Communications
27200 Hilliard Blvd.
Westlake, OH 44145
440.250.1258
www.wlake.org
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Sept. 30, 2015
WESTLAKE HIGH SCHOOL ACHIEVES LEED SILVER
CERTIFICATION
Westlake High School achieved LEED Silver certification from the U.S. Green
Building Council.
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification identifies
WHS as a showcase example of sustainable design. The WHS project earned
LEED Silver certification by scoring 54 points from the key areas measured:
• Sustainable sites
• Water efficiency
• Energy and atmosphere
• Materials and resources
• Indoor environmental quality
• Innovation in design
• Regional priority
“This designation reaffirms the school district’s commitment to provide ongoing
sustainability through engineering and design projects,” said Director of Business
Affairs Dave Kocevar. “Energy efficient utility systems and environmentally
friendly building products were used in all phases of the construction project.”
The new WHS opened to students and staff for the 2013-2014 school year.
WE EDUCATE FOR EXCELLENCE…
Empowering all students to achieve their educational goals, to direct their lives,
and to contribute to society