Saturday, November 24, 2007

Wall of Death - Emory building draped in black


Atlanta - It is one of Emory University's most environmentally friendly buildings, a hallmark of the institution's efforts to "go green." To hear John Wegner describe it, it's also a slaughterhouse.
The soaring glass windows in Emory's Mathematics and Science Center reflect the woodsy view, confusing hapless birds who smash into it at full speed.
"The building killed 60 birds in the first year," said Wegner, Emory's chief environmental officer. Full Story - Discount Magazine Subscriptions - Discount Cigarettes & Tobacco - Enesco