Interested in learning more about our sustainability initiatives? Visit www.wetlands.com/wssi-office for an example of how we emphasize sustainability in our workplace. In 2005, we built our headquarters in Gainesville – Virginia's first Gold-certified building under the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system. Our goal was to incorporate innovative design and sustainability practices into a showcase office building and grounds that supports our work and stewardship ideals. Our design includes a variety of low impact development (LID) stormwater management techniques, solar energy, water-efficiency and energy-efficiency measures, and recycled and rapidly renewable materials, along with landscaping and a rain garden that support wildlife. WSSI staff have walkable access to restaurants, stores and housing (and our office bicycles to use); our community fruit and vegetable garden; and our dog kennel.
