5. The 9/11 Memorial is One Of The Most Sustainable, Green Plazas Ever Constructed

It’s no accident that the 9/11 Memorial Plaza is one the most sustainable, green plazas ever constructed. It was specifically designed and built as such to meet requirements of New York State Executive Order 111 for “Green and Clean” State Buildings and Vehicles and the WTC Sustainable Design Guidelines to promote environmentally friendly practices. The irrigation, storm water, and pest management systems were all designed to conserve energy, water, and other resources to pursue the Gold certification in the US Green Building Council’s LEED for New Construction program.
Take the official guided tour of the 9/11 Memorial