The Sterling Physical Therapy clinic was built to be as green as possible with current technology and cost factors.

• LEED like construction procedure. To find out more about LEED building ratings go to www.usgbc.org/leed.
• Mike Lubberden from Central College was consulted on LEED and other green construction avenues we explored.
• Geothermal heating and cooling system – 19 wells under the north parking lot 188ft deep take energy from the earth to heat and cool our building.
• Energy efficient Pella windows
• Energy efficient electric water heater
• Energy efficient lighting where possible.
• Lighting on timers
• Green cleaning system from Des Moines Sanitary which mixes a concentrate with water so we have the exact ratio needed.
• Zoned heating and cooling areas – so areas of the building that are not being used can be shut down.
• The building was engineered and pre wired to use solar power once solar becomes more efficient and cheaper to install.
• The building was engineered and pre wired to use wind turbines once they become more efficient and cost effective.
• Recycled carpet squares are used in the carpeted areas of the building.
• The Clinic’s vehicle is Flex Fuel – it can operate on “normal gas” up to E85.