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The new San Francisco Tower is also expected to receive a L EED Gold certification. It was designed to provide natural daylight in the offices and public lobby, and will include a roof garden, low - flow plumbing fixtures, energy - efficient HVAC systems, LED lighting, electric vehicle charging stations, sustainably pr oduced interior finish materials, and on - site renewable power generation through the use of photovoltaic panels. Chicago O'Hare's South and San Francisco will join Palm Springs and Oakland control towers, both commissioned in 2013, and already designated as LEED Gold. Palm Springs Tower has a newly - installed photovoltaic system generating an average of 32,000 kilowat t hours of renewable energy each month since the system came on line in March 2015. Also, Oakland Tower features geothermal heating and air conditioning, solar panels, and a rainwater collection system that gathers water from the roof and uses it to water landscape outside the tower. As we design new facilities with green features, we're also making similar improvements at existing ones. For instance, at Northern California TRACON, we added a large number of solar panels, sustainable landscaping, and energy - efficiency upgrades to the building. The improvements have reduced the facility's energy usage by almost 50 percent and water usage by more than 50 percent. At Southern California TRACON, we've partnered with San Diego Gas & Electric on three major energy efficiency projects, including interior and exterior lighting replacements, mechanical system upgrades, and installation of a photovoltaic solar array. We have projects like these planned for more facilities throughout the country. As we move forward, I look forward to seeing great results. Teri L. Bristol ATO Chief Operating Officer MEMBERSHIP AND MARKETING DEPARTMENT NATCA STORE ITEM FOR THE WEEK: NATCA Mouse Pad 7.5" x 8.5" x 1/4" antimicrobial fabric surface mouse pad. Makes a great gift for some one who spends a lot of time at the computer. Optical - friendly for improved tracking. Pr otects desktop from scratches. Nonslip rubber backing prevents mouse pad from sliding. Machine washable. Price: $5. Made in USA. Click HERE to view the item and order at natcastore.com . Select USPS or UPS as your shippi ng preference on your orders. Reminder: Apparel items take 3 - 4 weeks to d eliver from date of order. If you need items by a certain date, please contact NATCA Store Cus tomer Service for arrangements. Expedite d shipping charges may apply. To check on stock availability or for further assistance, call 800.266.0895 or email natcastore@natcadc.org . 2016 Pocket Calendars If you would like to order an individual 2016 NATCA Pocket Calendar, please make your request through the NATCA Portal . Please e nsure that the mailing information under "My Profile" is correct. Once you have verified the information, please click the Event tab and make your request under "Requ est for 2016 Pocket Calendar." Please make your reque st no later than November 15. The f ree pocket calendars will be mailed to your residence by mid - December. BENEFIT SPOTLIGHT: Union Plus Home Heating Oil Discount