PeoplesBank awarded LEED Silver certification

Date: 3/2/2011

HOLYOKE — PeoplesBank recently announced that it has been awarded LEED Silver certification established by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and verified by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI) for their office located at 1051 St. James Ave., Springfield.

LEED is the nation's preeminent program for the design, construction and operation of high performance green buildings.

PeoplesBank's St. James Office achieved LEED certification for energy use, lighting, water and material use as well as incorporating a variety of other sustainable strategies. By using less energy and water, LEED certified buildings save money for families, businesses and taxpayers; reduce greenhouse gas emissions; and contribute to a healthier environment for residents, workers and the larger community.