The order says. Sustainability means using, developing and protecting resources at a rate and in a manner that enables people to meet their current needs and also provides that future generations can meet their own needs. The division's role under this order is this. Within six months following the date of this order, the Department of Administrative Services shall adopt sustainable facilities standards and guidelines. These shall guide the siting, design, construction, deconstruction, operation and maintenance of state buildings and landscapes, and the selection, terms and conditions for state leaseholds.
Sustainability means looking at the total effect of our activities.
For buildings, this means answering these kinds of questions. The goal is to move closer and closer to natural closed systems. But, it will be a never-ending process. When the Executive Order was signed, we began researching and drafting a policy. We researched web sites and publications.