I have heard nothing but good, forward-thinking ideas coming from the transition team. I am intrigued by the idea of an open government, and even more so by opening a briefing to the citizens of the United States to contribute their ideas in an effort to be that much closer to a truly democratic society. Thank you.
I am proposing that President Obama and his team allow volunteer companies and organizations to contribute their input to make the White House "green", using LEED and other popular standards to embrace conservation, sustainability, and a healthy indoor environment for those working inside. Set the example.
Promote the Green Industry and support Green Jobs. Award the job, not just to one company, but to all those that can collaborate together to make the White House green. Companies, small and large, will have the opportunity to contribute their efforts to be a part of history and change our government for the better. The changes will remind Americans and countries around the globe of the importance of the environment in the United States. From installing CFL's to using renewable energy to being 100% paperless, I hope the White House can become green in every way; building design, office operations, transportation, communication, indoor health, energy efficiency, and much much more.
For those companies and organizations that donate their efforts, they could possibly be rewarded not with cash, but by x amount of tax breaks, T-bills or something of equivalent value.
Sincerely,
David Guirl
http://scenviro.blogspot.com
Columbia, South Carolina
USC Alumni and concerned American
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