[Congressional Record Volume 159, Number 56 (Tuesday, April 23, 2013)]
[Extensions of Remarks]
[Page E513]
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  COMMENDING THE BULLITT FOUNDATION UPON COMPLETION OF THE ``GREENEST 
                    OFFICE BUILDING ON THE PLANET''

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                           HON. JIM McDERMOTT

                             of washington

                    in the house of representatives

                        Tuesday, April 23, 2013

  Mr. McDERMOTT. Mr. Speaker, I would like to commend Denis Hayes and 
the Bullitt Foundation for developing the world's most environmentally-
friendly and self-sustaining buildings right here in Seattle. The 
Bullitt Center represents a deep commitment to environmental 
stewardship and redefines our ideas about sustainable development in 
dense urban areas. By creating the greenest office building on the 
planet, you have provided the world an example leading the way to our 
future. The building is an inspiration and represents a milestone in 
our efforts to leave a smaller carbon footprint for future generations.
   Each aspect of the Bullitt Center was meticulously planned and 
evaluated with its striking technical aspects. From its rainwater 
cistern and photovoltaic panels to its energy transparency and 250 year 
life span, the Bullitt Center is and will remain a marked departure 
from what has been previously achieved in large-scale architecture.
  Your vision reveals the environmental innovation that can be attained 
and the completion of this building draws attention to the viability 
for such projects. The Bullitt Foundation's pledge to construct a 
complex with so many far-reaching goals in sustainability reflects its 
hard work, determination and resolve.
   The development of the Bullitt Center stands as an example for 
Seattle, the United States and beyond as a viable solution to our 
continued efforts to go green and commit to furthered environmentally 
sound projects. Through your dedication, conviction and perseverance to 
establish such a groundbreaking commercial workspace you have set a new 
standard of achievement for environmental sustainability.

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