With the implementation of sustainable management, libraries move towards sustainability and are converted into green libraries. The present study aimed to propose a model for sustainable management in Iranian libraries. This research was a qualitative and applied study. In order to obtain the required data and information, deep and semi-structured interviews with twelve experts in the fields of information and knowledge science and sustainable development were used. The interviewees were selected by a purposeful sampling method. For data analysis using grounded theory methodology, the topics raised by interviewees were coded and categorized in three steps. Fifty-five concepts from the coding stage were classified into six subcategories. In the final paradigm of sustainable management, these subcategories were classified into context, intervening and causal conditions, strategies, and consequences, which act in relation to the main category of sustainable management in order to establish a green library.

The aim of this paper is to show how small and locally oriented projects like the Green library project can grow and expand to a national level. The Green Library project was first initiated in 2011. by the Librarian Association of Istria, with the goal of educating the public and raising awareness about sustainable development and the necessity for environmental protection. The project was received exceptionally well in the County of Istria, and its activities were well attended. Since the beginning of 2013. Public library Fran Galović in Koprivnica implements this idea and integrates “green” topics into its regular programs. Most of the programmes were oriented on small practical steps and advices on what we can do in our everyday lives to contribute and participate in sustainable development and environmental protection. During National assembly of Croatian Library Association in October 2014. Project Green library has expanded on a national librarian level by establishing the Working group for Green libraries. The aim of this Group is to establish a network of libraries ready to be involved in an existing form of the project and to participate in the education of general public and raising the awareness about the importance of a sustainable society as well as to advocate for the environmental protection through libraries and library associations.

Keywords: Green library project, Croatia, Public libraries, sustainable development, environmental protection

Over the last decades there are libraries all over the world following the “green way”. In the US some are certified by LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design), constructed and designed to fulfill these high standards for certification as a “green” building through the rating system. But there are additional criteria for libraries to fulfill the ideas and ideals of environmental sustainability. Besides being an environmental friendly building the library can act as educator and leader through driving an eco-friendly office management, eco-friendly user services, exemplary ecofriendly activities and offering information and courses in and eco-friendly lifestyle. Drawing upon a recently defended master thesis in Germany, the purpose of the paper is to propose the development of a sector-specific certificate to award libraries as a “Green library”. The certificate is awarded not only for building aspects but specifically for services and management systems. The objective of this paper, presented at the IFLA conference, is to define systematically all aspects of an environmentally sustainable library through a certification system. And additionally, to recommend Environmental Sustainability and Libraries SIG (ENSULIB), as the only official worldwide initiative for promoting (awarding?) green libraries with an “ENSULIB Green Library Certificate”.

Keywords: Green Library, Environmental Sustainability, Certification System

A Green Library also knows as a sustainable library, is a library build with environmental concerns in mind, Green libraries are a part of the larger green building movement. Green libraries are being build all over the world, along with library 2.0 green design is an emerging trend, defining the library of the 21st century. A study of Green libraries in 2008 revealed that not only has energy conservation become important, but that spaces designed for users Rather than books have become paramount the Modular system worked particularly well for housing ever-expanding books collections but collecting growth is no longer practical goal. Users want and need a greater variety of spaces, which purpose build rooms are better at meeting.

The evolution of libraries through three stages –modernization, automation and digitization- is analysed. A formula is presented to evaluate the importance of libraries to our society, and it is applied both retrospectively and futuristically, extrapolating a 2030 scenario. The conclusion is that if the current generation of librarians does not introduce radical changes in the role of libraries, their future is seriously threatened. Keywords Analysis, Sustainability, Values, Roles, Functions, Libraries, Extrapolation, Future developments, Prospects, Trends, Forecast

Many colleges and universities across the United States have adopted sustainability in their

curriculum and operations. Academic libraries need to support the mission of their university and

therefore must also play their part in sustainability education and operations. The library and

information science literature shows the term “green library” to be a hallmark for a library building

with an environmentally friendly design. However, there are very few academic libraries in the

United States that are LEED certified. I argue that a green library is more than what the architecture

entails. By using example initiatives and providing recommendations for green library operations,

it is determined that a green library does not necessarily entail a green building, but it does involve

a green mission.

India is fighting severe problems, as for e.g. pollution explosion, dwindling resources,

illiteracy, poverty, unemployment, threats of terrorism, among others. In this perspective, little

emphasis is given on emerging issues like hygienic and environmental awareness.

Very recently, Indian libraries started to have provisions for natural lights as much as

possible, energy saving bulbs in the reading rooms and other places within library premises,

provision of natural air, emphasis on cleanliness, hygienic toilets, adequate provision of waste bins at

appropriate places, proper disposal policies for weeded library materials/equipments, etc. This paper

will present the report of a survey of some important libraries in the four metropolises (Kolkata,

Mumbai, Delhi and Chennai) of India.

This paper deals with libraries’ awareness of ecological sustainability as part of the marketing

strategy with high impact on both clients and stakeholders. Libraries are particularly responsible not

only for disseminating information on environmental sustainability but also for serving as examples

to follow. Small steps in going green can have a big impact on the library’s image. Activities in this

field can be developed in cooperation with unpaid partners like NGOs, Friends of the Library groups

etc. The paper will give examples from libraries in different countries from all over the world, dealing

with ideas of how to gain recognition with a green identity, which conveys an attractive market

image.

Old buildings are being recycled into libraries all over the world. The process of rededication of a building with a former different usage into a library is quite obviously a matter of recycling. The transformation of an existing building with a prior non-library function into a library brings the challenge and the opportunity for sustainable thinking in library planning. As non-renewable resources are decreasing, reusing and recycling are going to become increasingly necessary in the future. The recycling of old buildings means reducing the ecological footprint of library buildings in a cost-effective and efficient way. Beside ‘green’ aspects like water conservation, energy conservation, recycled or sustainable building materials, indoor air quality, and solar power from photo-voltaic panels, the planning of an adaptive reuse is a very different task than the planning of a library in a totally new building. Some best practice case studies from Germany, and other countries in Europe are presented.

Due to continuous use and easy availability of Information and Technology more libraries are evolving all over the world. They are providing numerous opportunities to us of quick retrieval of correct Information. Libraries have adopted advanced technology to cater to ardent information users. Hence a new revolution in the form of green libraries is emerging that is not only thought provoking but also needs to follow for long time sustainability in the library world. The need for green technology services to the users are also growing and becoming very essential day by day. Libraries are in good position in promoting environmental awareness. Libraries can lead to develop ecological sustainability practice, re-using of materials, reducing waste and toxic products and developing alternative technologies. Green Technology focuses on natural environment in rapidly growing world population. This technology paid great attention in organizations and libraries also are not exception from it. Library architecture must also go in par with the concept of green building, which has no adverse effect on its natural surroundings. This paper highlights green initiatives that may be possible in libraries. It also suggests possible issues, trends, challenges to be faced by future library and Institutions in developing countries. It is an attempt to discuss this new emerging thought along with the librarians role in making the libraries more greener for good and healthy environment.

Purpose

– The purpose of this paper is to provide an overview of green building technologies and practices and illustrate how public libraries can use them as tools to teach their communities about sustainability and foster behavior change.

Design/methodology/approach

 – Through literature searches, case studies analysis, and individual phone and e‐mail interviews, the author identified ways that public libraries can use their buildings to demonstrate green technologies and practices and show their patrons how to apply them at home, at work, and in the community.

Findings

 – Education is a component of LEED certification. Many LEED certified libraries publicize a list of the green technologies used in their building projects. Some sponsor programs related to the green building and include permanent displays in the library to explain how the technology works. The Fayetteville Public Library went beyond these basic techniques to not only improve the sustainability of their operations but also become a community test bed for a renewable energy project.

Originality/value

 – This paper sheds light on how building projects can be used not only to educate the public about green technologies and practices, but also inspire others to begin using similar techniques at home, at work, and in the community.

The article reports on the environmental and science-themed programs offered to children and families at the Calgary Public Library in Calgary, Alberta. The programs were designed to promote environmentally friendly practices and awareness. The article describes the impact of these programs on the library, community, and environment, including developing programs for the future, less fee-based programs, and increased library outreach.

The article looks at the “Rediscover Green” project at the Red Deer Public Library (RDPL) in Red Deer, Alberta, Canada that encourages citizens to develop an environmentally friendly and sustainable community. According to the article, the project provided the community information on the topic of sustainability and also held meetings to discuss effective practices. Outcomes of the project are listed, including staff development, community engagement, and increased library outreach.

The article features the recycling program of the University of Arkansas for Medical Sciences (UAMS) spearheaded by the UAMS Library Recycle Team. It describes the work of the team composed of volunteers in cooperation with the UAMS Sustainability Officer, from collection of segregated recyclable materials to disposal and recycling.

The article provides a broader context of the history of environmental movements in the U.S. The American history discussed covers the Dust Bowl of the 1930s when meager corps were destoryed by drought and swarms of locusts, the Great Depression which devastated the economy and the public awareness of ecological problems during the 1960s and 1970s. The article presents the author’s insights into how green movement and sustainable practices can be a good option for libraries.

The article features Sheep River Inter-municipal Library which opened in April 2011 in Turner Valley, Alberta. The library has been built to be functional and environmentally conscious, in which it earned a Silver Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification. Moreover, the library offers various programming which include talks about computers, wildlife and travelling.

The intent of this editorial is to provide a starting point for a more comprehensive assessment of libraries’ progress towards environmental sustainability, and consequently contribute to a discourse on pathways that can enable sustainable development of libraries in the future.

Some of the different sustainability measures undertaken by Macquarie University’s new library in recent times are discussed. The different innovations undertaken by the library are highlighted.

There is growing concern that a variety of factors threaten the sustainability of academic libraries: developing and preserving print and digital collections, supplying and supporting rapidly changing technological and networking infrastructure, providing free services, maintaining growing costs of library buildings, and lowering libraries’ ecological footprint. This paper discusses the multidimensional issues of sustainability in academic libraries and identifies needs for designing an integrated framework for sustainable strategies in academic libraries. Additionally, the paper presents a synthesis of existing literature on the increasingly popular topic of “green libraries” and prepares a background toward developing a framework for sustainable strategies in academic libraries.

Im Dezember 2006 wurde das neue Bibliotheksgebäude der Hochschule für Technik und Wirtschaft Dresden nach fast zweijähriger Bauzeit eröffnet (Bilder 1 und 2). Damit konnte die Hochschule einen weiteren Neubau in Besitz nehmen, der den Campus komplettiert. Die neue Bibliothek bietet in vier Etagen und mit einer Gesamtfläche von ca. 2100 m² genügend Platz für Bücherregale, Arbeitsplätze für

The George W. Bush Presidential Center has been designed to achieve LEED platinum certification and will include numerous sustainable design strategies, including locally sourced and 20% recycled building materials, solar hot water panels, native landscaping to reduce irrigation, and a storm-water management system that conveys, cleanses, and collects surface runoff and roof rainwater and will provide 50% of the irrigation needed for the site.

When it opens in 2013, the new center will be the 14th “presidential library,” as they are commonly known, and will be located at Southern Methodist University, five miles north of downtown Dallas. A library will constitute an integral part of the entire complex. The design is “a modern brick and limestone structure that complements the American Georgian character of the SMU campus, set within a low-maintenance, quintessentially Texas landscape,” said a news release announcing the unveiling.

Former First Lady Laura Bush, architect Robert A. M. Stern, and landscape architect Michael Van Valkenburgh unveiled the design of the Presidential Center November 18 during a news briefing at SMU. Former U.S. ambassador to Costa Rica Mark Langdale, president of the Bush Foundation and member of the design committee, and SMU President R. Gerald Turner also answered questions following the briefing. Renderings and models of the building and landscape design were on display.

“I applaud the work of Robert Stern and Michael Van Valkenburgh in designing a building and landscape that will capture the dignity of the office of the presidency, while at the same time being warm and welcoming to visitors,” President George W. Bush said at the unveiling.

“The building and landscape evoke elements of the full span of George and Laura Bush’s life and service, from their ranch in Crawford to the White House, and help us share the story of a couple committed to public service based on the core principles of freedom, opportunity, responsibility and compassion,” said Langdale.

The plan for the center “reflects a unique design that is appropriate in representing the first U.S. president of the 21st century,” Turner noted. “At the same time, it reflects major components of SMU’s collegiate Georgian architectural tradition of nearly 100 years. As a modern expression of our heritage, this facility will be a welcome addition to the stately buildings and grounds that make the SMU campus a special place for learning,” he said.

The architects hope that the landscape will be an attraction in and of itself, with seasonable displays in the wildflower meadow; large tree-shaded lawns for sitting, picnicking, or playing; numerous gardens and courtyards; tall-grass prairie with seasonal wildflowers; and savannah and woodland clearings that provide a range of native habitat for butterflies, birds, and other wildlife species.

They also want the landscape to function as an urban park that will engage a broad range of users, including library and special-event visitors; SMU students, faculty, and staff; and the University Park community. It will probide numerous spaces for events and gatherings, including performances in the outdoor amphitheater and intramural sports on the west lawn.

Robert A.M. Stern Architects, LLP, is a 220-person firm of architects, interior designers, and supporting staff based in New York City. The firm is “dedicated to the idea that architecture must engage in a conversation across time, connecting the present and future with the past.” The firm also designed the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge, Massachusetts; the Roger Tory Peterson Institute in Jamestown, New York; and the Museum Center at the Mark Twain House and Museum in Hartford, Connecticut.

The article discusses efforts by librarians and information professionals to adopt and promote green practices to help conserve energy. Richard Hulser, an information professional from Los Angeles, California, recommends reusing and recycling paper and switching to electronic content subscriptions and information access to reduce energy costs and consumption. The sustainability efforts of the Morris Library at the University of Delaware (UD) include recycling all print cartridges and encouraging the downloading and emailing of electronic research.

An architect nationally known for his design of sustainable libraries has been named the first director of sustainability for Indiana University Bloomington. William M. “Bill” Brown, head of library design and marketing for the 55-person Indianapolis firm Browning Day Mullins Dierdorf Architects will start the new job on March 2. The new position builds on work by a volunteer task force and student interns. As director of sustainability, Brown aims to develop a coherent, campus-wide sustainability program by coordinating academic, research, operations, and student activities. That involves environmental stewardship, energy conservation, applied environmental science and policy research, environmental literacy, and community outreach.

Librarians need to be on the constant cutting edge in terms of technology, researching, web tools and even architecture and design. But libraries are also a great place to educate the public and your students about the environment, from eco-friendly lifestyle choices to organizations that promote green causes. Here are 100 ways to make your library a little greener.

The creation of green libraries is approaching a tipping point, generating a Green Library Movement, which is comprised of librarians, libraries, cities, towns, college and university campuses committed to greening libraries and reducing their environmental impact. Constructing a green library building using a performance standard like LEED is a way some libraries are choosing to become green and sustainable. Environmental challenges like energy depletion and climate change will influence the type of information resources and programs libraries will provide to their communities.

The latest calamities to befall the economy aren’t reflected in the 2008 compilation of building projects. This article discusses how public and academic buildings combine for 213 projects in 2008. The 183 public libraries and 30 academic facilities, completed between July 1, 2007, and June 30, 2008, squeaked through before the repercussions from the current financial debacles. Yet people certainly can’t ignore the money side of things. Funding is at the heart of libraries and their future. The root of economy means “to manage.” The root of eco means “environment.” Managing the library environment this past year showed distinct signs of going green and saving green as design ramped up sustainability elements.

The article focuses on the Ames Public Library (APL), Iowa, and Iowa State University (ISU) Library. The article reports that the two libraries have switched their interlibrary loan delivery system from using the U.S. Postal Service to Bikes at Work, a bicycle delivery service, inferring that it will lower their carbon footprint. Comments from Wayne A. Pedersen of the ISU Library are included.

Gone are the days of tiptoeing to the dumpsters with boxes of weeded books in tow. Lots of libraries are now taking advantage of the many low-cost services and solutions that promise to help extend the lives of collection discards. Some of these options can be very profitable. Some create goodwill within the local community. Some may seem more labor-intensive, while others require only a computer, a printer, and a few free shipping labels. Thanks to the ever-growing number of possibilities, libraries can select the solutions that best match their own staffing levels and space issues. Above all, every single library–no matter the size, budget, type, or location–can actively participate in “green weeding,” another form of library resource sharing. The act of weeding itself obviously ensures that collections, like gardens, stay green and healthy, but libraries can also strive to reduce their footprint by making conscious and collective efforts to pursue only environmentally friendly discard options. This article discusses some ecofriendly options for library discards.

Purpose

– The purpose of this paper is to introduce the planning and architectural design features, and the post‐occupancy evaluation (POE) of the Beitou Branch Library in the Taipei Public Library System. This paper also proposes possible solutions in response to the public’s suggestions for improvements.

Design/methodology/approach

– A library‐user survey was employed to appraise the functioning of the Beitou Branch Library by the general public. The questionnaire for this survey was divided into three parts: background information of patrons; patrons’ use of the Beitou Branch Library; and patrons’ opinions on the facilities of the Beitou Branch Library. The 511 valid returned patron questionnaires were numbered and processed by means of Microsoft Excel statistical analysis. Chi‐square testing, ANOVA and Pearson T‐test were then used to analyze the relevant data and statistics.

Findings

– The findings from the Beitou Branch Library survey are as follows: its innovative design and unique architecture and furniture has created a trend for new design concepts in Taiwan; it increases the number of library visits; it increases the visibility of the library and changes the stereotype of the library in the public’s mind; it embodies the principles of ecological education and has become a multi‐faceted learning center; it has gained the support of local residents and professional experts; it has generated corporate sponsorship of green library buildings; and the average numbers and distribution of frequency indicate that, other than “convenient parking” and “number of computers in the computer area”, patrons were generally satisfied with the library’s facilities, with all other categories receiving an average rating of 3.5 or greater.

Originality/value

– This paper provides details of the experience of Taipei Public Library in planning and designing a diamond class green library and may increase public libraries’ concerns about the issues of environmental protection and energy conservation.

The article focuses on the environmentally friendly libraries in Durham County, North Carolina, which show the county’s commitment to sustainable design. It states that the Durham County Library (DCL) is shifting to a regional library system, from the traditional main library small branch model. It notes that the East Regional Library received Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) certification, the North Regional Library a silver certification, and the South Library is being built with the aim of attaining gold certification.

Climate change affects us all. Individually and collectively, we must reduce our carbon footprint to protect the future of the planet. But how can higher education libraries contribute? In April of 2007, a request was made to SCONUL libraries – via LIS-SCONUL – for information on library green initiatives that they were taking forward. The responses highlighted that there is growing interest in the issue and that sustainability issues are beginning to be taken very seriously. This is partially driven by the greater awareness of the need to reduce carbon emissions throughout society. Specifically within higher education, it is also a result of encouragement by funding bodies, such as the Higher Education Funding Council for England (HEFCE) (see http://www.hefce. ac.uk/lgm/sustain/), through pressure from groups such as People and Planet and their ‘green league’ of higher education institutions (http:// peopleandplanet.org/gogreen/greenleague2007), and through rewards for excellence such as the Times Higher Education and Higher Education Academy Awards for an outstanding contribution by a higher education institution to sustainable development. Library staff are often active in wider institutional sustainability initiatives and can act as ‘champions’ for environmental issues and initiatives. Most of the libraries that responded to the request for information have aligned their green initiatives/ policies with those of their host organisation. Some libraries have participated in a wider institutional initiative to apply for the environmental management standard, ISO 14001. However, there are many specific ways that libraries can become more environmentally friendly and can make a difference.

The year in architecture offered grand façades, creative collaborations, and calamities overcome and viewed as opportunities. The 168 public building projects and 21 academic facilities completed between July 1, 2006, and June 30, 2007, are truly allowing us to catch sight of the future.

One caveat before we plunge into the wealth of fascinating detail. For the third year, LJ has employed an online data collection tool. As wonderful as technology is, when it malfunctions, all heck breaks loose. Our apologies to any library whose project was submitted electronically but not reported here. We might just revert to paper forms in the future.

Join the Cradle-to-Cradle revolution, where there is no ‘away,’ just a next life designed into smart stuff. Here Helen Milling shares the green products and materials her firm is using

Keywords:Waste management, Environmental management, Corporate social responsibility, Libraries, Information services

Face au changement climatique, aux préoccupations environnementales, à la pollution, les bibliothèques participent plus ou moins consciemment au pillage des ressources naturelles, au niveau de la construction et de l’utilisation du bâtiment, des livres, des ordinateurs… Il existe pourtant des solutions simples permettant de limiter les effets néfastes sur l’environnement et s’orienter vers une “ bibliothèque verte ” 1 . Présentation par Olivier Savoyat, documentaliste à Lyon.

Postulates the theory of Green Library Management as it applies to the key functions of the library. This theory has been put into practise at the University of Mauritius Library. Reviews some of the “green” measures applied in the administration of the Reference Library and makes further proposals. In integrating the concepts of sustainability, it draws attention to the need for a meeting point between the principles of environmental studies and library studies in the merging modern library management process.

Sustainable communities must have effective, reliable, economic and aquitable access to critical data and information. Yet many community members do not have adequate access primary data and information resources, nor do they have the expertise to understand and use these primary resources effectively in the decision-making process. They need smilar access to the data and information tools to analyze, evaluate, and manage these resources. Communities also need to access to institutional and human reservoirs of expertise and knowledge to assist them in the use of data and information for the decision-making process.

Environmental information is broad in its scope. It can be presented from many points of view, numerous sources, and in a variety of formats. It can influence people’s perception in many different ways. By presenting a discussion on the history and role of the Task Force on the Environment and the Electronic Green Journal, this article attempts to answer a question — how can we as information professionals play a real role in helping people find quality environmental information? The answer may lie in utilizing our skills in the creation and implementation of good, efficient searching strategies to serve the public needs and in the production of a creditable publication.

This article defines sustainability to include community, economy, and the buildings made in service to those
considerations. As gateways for knowledge, libraries are particularly well-suited as demonstration vehicles. Beneficiaries are determined so that potential sources of funding can be identified. The case study (Oak Park Library, Ventura, California) integrates state-of-the-art energy-conserving design into a new joint-use public and high school library. Client review, public presentations, computer modeling, and environmental specifications research led to a design thatwas awarded nearly $250,000 in construction funding and “buydowns”. Computer-modeled analyses of the energyconserving elements of the Oak Park Library showed
reductions in heating, cooling, and electricity consumption when those strategies were implemented. The strategies illustrated include techniques in lighting design, cooling/heating, and construction that can be replicated in new and existing projects to maximize efficiency in high-visibility community demonstration projects. A listing of additional resources is also included.

This article defines sustainability to include community, economy, and the buildings made in service to those considerations. As gateways for knowledge, libraries are particularly well‐suited as demonstration vehicles. Beneficiaries are determined so that potential sources of funding can be identified. The case study (Oak Park Library, Ventura, California) integrates state‐of‐the‐art energy‐conserving design into a new joint‐use public and high school library. Client review, public presentations, computer modeling, and environmental specifications research led to a design that was awarded nearly $250,000 in construction funding and “buydowns”. Computer‐modeled analyses of the energy‐conserving elements of the Oak Park Library showed reductions in heating, cooling, and electricity consumption when those strategies were implemented. The strategies illustrated include techniques in lighting design, cooling/heating, and construction that can be replicated in new and existing projects to maximize efficiency in high‐visibility community demonstration projects. A listing of additional resources is also included.

Shows how libraries can save money and energy with energy-efficient technologies, improving maintenance, and encouraging staff efforts to conserve energy. Specific techniques such as life-cycle cost analysis and energy audits focusing on lighting, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and water efficiency are described. Funding options and information resources are suggested.

Discussion of recycling paper in law libraries is also applicable to other types of libraries. Results of surveys of law libraries that investigated recycling practices in 1987 and again in 1990 are reported, and suggestions for reducing the amount of paper used and reusing as much as possible are offered.