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LG Technologies Bring Unrivaled Energy Efficiency To Greenbuild 'GreenZone' Community CenterLOS ANGELES, Oct. 4, 2016 /PRNewswire/ -- Energy efficient technologies from LG Electronics are at the heart of a new community learning center developed for Compton YouthBuild, which provides educational and vocational opportunities for young people who are invested in creating a sustainable future for themselves, their families and their communities. LG Electronics USA is the leading technology provider for the "GreenZone," a featured exhibit at the Greenbuild International Conference & Expo 2016. Following this week's trade show in Los Angeles, the 15-by-40-foot prefabricated modular facility – designed to LEED standards – will be relocated to the Compton YouthBuild campus in Compton, Calif. From super-efficient air conditioning and LED lighting systems to ENERGY STAR® certified home appliances and commercial displays, LG products in the Greenbuild GreenZone underscore LG's commitment to leadership in developing sustainable technologies for greener buildings. The structure, created in partnership with the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) and Building Design+Construction magazine, will be used by Compton YouthBuild to expand its construction-training program and outreach efforts to the Compton community. Air Conditioning System LED Lighting Home Appliances Commercial Displays Sustainable Countertops "The GreenZone at Greenbuild 2016 is the ideal platform to highlight how LG's broad product portfolio – from air conditioning to appliances to LED lighting and more – helps designers and builders create more sustainable buildings," said William Cho, president and CEO, LG Electronics USA. "This project, which benefits Compton YouthBuild's terrific education programs, also represents a wonderful opportunity to give back to the community." Kimberly Lewis, USGBC's senior vice president of community advancement, called the GreenZone, "a magnificent example of what is possible for sustainability in the classroom." She said, "This classroom serves as a living demonstration of the benefits of green building for the Compton community, while providing a much needed space for the Compton YouthBuild students to learn about the importance of sustainability." Designed by HDR Architecture and built by MODS PDX in Portland, Ore., the 600-square-foot prefabricated classroom will provide indoor/outdoor workspaces for students to learn hands-on construction skills. The 15x40-foot structure features a kitchenette, a deck, and handicap ramp access. "The project team took considerable effort to ensure that the learning environment would support project-based collaborative learning to engage the students while illustrating sustainable design that will position them for 21st Century jobs," said HDR Design Principal Kate Diamond. Compton YouthBuild is committed to "rebuilding our communities and rebuilding our lives." It provides programs in community advocacy and leadership development, career pathways, counseling and construction vocational training, as well as opportunities to earn a high school diploma through its educational partnership with the YouthBuild Charter School of California. Greenbuild 2016 Platinum Sponsor LG Electronics was named "Official ENERGY STAR TV Provider for Greenbuild 2016." About LG Electronics USA Logo - http://photos.prnewswire.com/prnh/20141231/166554LOGO
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