Visitor Center, Museum Recognized by U.S. Green Building Council With Platinum Certificate, Nation's Highest Recognition for Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)--The Metropolitan Water District of Southern California's Diamond Valley Lake Visitor Center and the Western Center for Archaeology & Paleontology will be recognized Saturday for green building and development practices when they receive the country's highest acknowledgement for sustainable design and architecture. The platinum LEED certification will be awarded by the U.S. Green Building Council at an 11:30 a.m. ceremony. LEED, or Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design, is the standard for environmentally sensitive building design. "This is great recognition for the architects and for Metropolitan in demonstrating a commitment to environmental stewardship and sustainability," said Metropolitan board Chairman Timothy F. Brick, who will take part in Saturday's ceremonies. Brick also will be leading a Metropolitan-sponsored bike ride around DVL that is open to the public. The ride on the Lakeview Trail will begin at 8 a.m. and continue until noon. Riders may go around the lake, a distance of 21.8 miles, or any distance they choose. Parking will be available at DVL's marina.
