The birds of prey moved into their PGE/Earth Smart structure January of 1998. The construction was funded by the Oregon Zoo, Portland General Electric, and private donations.
The 6,000 square foot facility includes:
- 500 square feet fully enclosed in the kitchen/office area.
- New, larger mews (bird enclosures) with both sheltered and open areas for each bird.
- A sheltered flight space to allow training during inclement weather.
Earth Smart design features include:
- Recycled material content in walls, floors, and windows
- Energy efficient heating and cooling systems
- Lead free paints on interior and exterior surfaces
- Energy efficient compact fluorescent lighting and natural light skylights
- Roof-mounted cistern to recover rainwater for other uses
For more information about Earth Smart visit PGEs website at www.pge-online.com
