The University of Michigan’s Board of Regents approved the design for the new C.S. Mott Children’s and Women’s Hospital on February 17th. The approved design will also support LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) certification. This successful inclusion of LEED shows that the U-M Health System (UMHS) recognizes the importance of the environment and the building environment in children’s health. While not included in the reports published in The University Record or the Michigan Daily, the decision to do LEED certification would not have occurred without the dedication of several people in the university and external communities including Rachel Baker and Richard Bole. Congratulations on a job well done! It’s not easy changing an institution, but they have helped to pave the way for positive change in construction at the University of Michigan.