An innovative solution to some of the challenges of downtown development, this system is active between 13th and 17th Streets to provide subgrade collection and storage of storm water runoff from public and private developments. It alleviates surcharge to the combined storm and sanitary systems in this area. The storm water is captured and stored beneath the sidewalks to be either transferred to one of the city's combined sewer overflow facilities or pumped to the sewage treatment plant or treated and reused to irrigate the city landscape. A 75-foot tall stainless steel tank with a storage capacity of 105,000 gallons is located at the corner of 17th and Market Streets.

The Majestic is the first Gold LEED certified theater in the country, adhering to the greenest building standards, requiring use of recycled materials in construction & environ- mentally-friendly amenities to reduce energy consumption. Rain water caught on the roof is used to flush toilets and water landscaping. The Majestic Theater features 12 screens, 2,500 seats, DLP digital projection & QSC prime digital sound and three screens with 3D capabilities. It is expected to host between 375,000 and 400,000 customers annually. Carmike President and CEO David Passman, stated, “Carmike is extremely excited about bringing the first-ever ‘green’ entertainment complex to the people of Chattanooga and the surrounding communities, and we know they will also love the first-run Hollywood entertainment, including 3D features and digital alternative content, such as live sporting events, opera and independents films.”

Eleven solar arrays have been constructed as canopy structure over the parking lot of the south side of Finley Stadium to generate electricity for the EPB’s electric system as well as TVA’s power grid. The arrays have 140-240 photovoltic modules, for a total of 2,260 modules that can generate up to 77.3 kilowatts of alternating current and produce 127,000 kilowatt hours of electricity each year.

This is the largest Green Roof in the city, made up 3,000 sq ft of small trees, plants, & pansies. Benefits include a reduction of indoor sound and extension of the existing roof life. The plants and soil protect the roof from U.V. radiation, thermal contraction and expansion from temperature extremes, and reduce damage from winds. The green roof also reduces the cooling expenses during summer and limits storm water runoff by up to 90%. "The green roof will not only provide environmental benefits to the Museum and the community, it will also be viewed by thousands of children and families every year who will learn the many ways that a green roof can help create a healthier planet," says Executive Director, Henry Schulson.

Today's design and building best practices can do away with un-necessary waste and improve performance. Better tools - such as LEED certification and green design materials and resources bring practical benefits to owners, developers, and occupants. green|spaces provides incentive funding for commercial projects to be built green, certified sustainable, and include high profile green features. green|spaces is also a resource center for commercial and residential projects, showcasing the best eco-friendly materials and methods. For more information, contact Jeff Cannon at 423-648-0963 or jeff@greenspaceschattanooga.com.