Green and Black for the Environment

The Green Revolution has hit the world by storm. Its kinda like the movements that happened where concepts such as organic eating, electronic networking sites, blogging and others changed the way that the world's citizens live their lives.

Well, a local museum is hosting a ground breaking exhibit which features the innovation of African American architects, designers, engineers and business leaders that are making headway in the Green Revolution. The Museum of Science and Industry will showcase innovations in agriculture, renewable energy and sustainable building contributions made by our folks! 

The Green Revolution has to do with living lives that have the least impact on the environment. That could be from starting a compost, buying locally grown foods, recycling or not using harsh chemicals to clean. The US Green Building Council selectively doles out the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) green building certification  which recognizes buildings with a stamp of approval after its constructors have adhered to environment friendly guidelines and processes during construction. I had the privilege to live in a LEED certified dorm during a recent fellowship. For examples, shower heads used less water, lights dimmed if there was not movement in a particular room, and the building used solar energy.

I plan on getting to this one!

Black Creativitiy 2009: Green Revolution

January 15- March 1, 2009

Museum of Science and Industry

5700 South Lake Shore Drive