This is the behind-the-scenes story of the transformation of a handsome yet badly deteriorated 19th-century landmark of New York City into an environmentally-friendly building. It describes new technologies applied, such as an advanced heating and cooling system which eliminates CFCs.

- Jon and Alex Naar, authors of This Land Is Your Land: A Guide to North America's Endangered Ecosystems

TOWARD A SUSTAINABLE ARCHITECTURE.
The Built Environment: Counting the Costs.
Dimensions of Sustainable Design.
INSIDE AUDUBON HOUSE.
Lighting and Other Energy Efficiencies.
Heating, Cooling, and Energy at Audubon.
The Healthy Workplace: Ventilation and Materials.
Recycling at Audubon: Closing the Loop.
Conclusion: A Success in the Making.
Appendices.
Index.