Destiny USA: A Real Green Mega-Mall

The ambitious renewable energy goals of the $20 billion mega-mall are real, says Joel Makower.

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July 13, 2005, 10:00 AM PDT

By Abhijeet Chavan @http://twitter.com/legalaidtech

Joel Makower offer more information about the high-profile Destiny USA mega-mall.

"What the [New York] Times piece doesnt make clear is that Destiny has gone well beyond the vision stage. The project is just now breaking ground on the first phase of development and Destiny is currently making deals with solar, wind, and biomass companies that will bring several megawatts of renewable power and clean-tech jobs to upstate New York.

And Destinys green plans go beyond energy to include design and construction of the buildings and grounds; the transportation systems within the development; and the food, dining, and hospitality services.

Thanks to Sustainablog

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