Layers isolate extreme
temperatures , keeping the building cool when it's hot outside and vice
versa. "We also see improvements in the health and well-being of employees.

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, as construction moves ahead on the future broadcast home of ABC 7
newscasts, special events and other local programming."
"As the news leader in town , we are always looking to interact with our
viewers, and this new venue allows us the opportunity to make a connection in
ways we've never done before," said Jennifer Graves, Vice President and News
Director, ABC 7 Chicago. PNC would be the first U.

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"ABC 7 has a long tradition
of reaching out to the Chicago community, and we'll soon be demonstrating that
commitment quite literally -- by providing a front-row look at our studio to
Chicagoans and others walking down State Street.

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PITTSBURGH , Creating a bank that is both friendly
to customers as well as the environment is no small feat .
But PNC Bank, with nearly 800 bank branches and 23,000 employees
nationwide, has made integrating its business practices with environmental
responsibility a top priority."
PNC has begun an ambitious effort to ensure new branches meet U.
- Water collected from the roof will be used to flush toilets, decreasing
waste water by more than 50 percent and overall water consumption by
40 percent.

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Also:
- Daylight maximizes natural light without creating interior glare or
heat; natural light both saves energy (7 percent energy reduction) and
provides greater comfort for customers and employees.

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In addition, a video ticker banner will present headlines of
the day and important community announcements.

The environmentally friendly approach will be housed inside branches
designed by Gensler, the world's largest architectural firm .

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- Masonry walls: Pre-cast polymer material allows branches to be quickly
and economically built.

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"Contrasting
materials of clear glass and terra cotta will be intertwined in a harmonious
entity, each representing a different era of architectural expression," added
Vojo Narancic, head of design at Legat Architects.

** To view renderings of the new ABC 7 State Street Studio visit
http://www.com .

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However, construction time is four to five weeks faster, resulting in
a 75 percent reduction in waste.
- Teller stations: Four inside branch and one drive-thru
- Internet Cafe: Two computers with Web access to view PNC AccountLink
info
- Plasma screens: Display business-related news and information
- Information Kiosk: Details of PNC products/services, community and
environmental info

For more information or images of PNC Bank's newly designed branches,
contact Patrick McMahon of PNC's corporate communications department at
412-762-2477 or patrick.

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ABC 7 Chicago Officially Breaks Ground on New Sidewalk Studio on Historic State Street Thursday April 7

Slated for completion this fall, the State Street studio complex will also
feature a 40-foot curving video sculpture with integrated LED technology
providing various scrolling images. company to employ a "volume
build" strategy for green buildings .
- Solar energy photovoltaic panels on the roof capture and convert
sunlight to energy , providing 10 percent of building energy.

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"Customers are proud to do business with a socially responsible company
and communities favor new construction and economic growth with minimal impact
on local resources," says Gary Saulson, director of corporate real estate at
PNC. In
one PNC -green building, employee satisfaction was higher and retention
improved 50 percent.

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The bank has also contracted to store and
recycle material that would normally go to a landfill.

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The 8,200 square foot
conversion of existing retail space includes an expansive bay window which
extends to the sidewalk -- providing an upclose look behind-the-scenes at the
city's top-rated newscasts. Bombick , AIA,
principal, Legat Architects. "Once again, ABC 7 is stepping up to create an
energetic and pioneering statement that will put State Street on the map, and
add to the area's growing list of attractions.

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"
The construction cost of a "green branch" is the same as a traditional
branch . Other
customer-centric features include:
- Concierge desk: PNC employees can provide general information and
guidance for services.

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Features of these buildings include:
- Window walls: These feature a "four-element assembly" with two sheets
of glass sandwiching two sheets of film.mcmahon@pnc.

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"
The State Street Studio renovations will preserve the image of the 1920 's-
era building, while capturing a more contemporary image.

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Building Council standards.
- Interior: Countertops are made of recycled paper and sustainable wood.

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Cabinetry is made of wheat board, a byproduct of wheat processing,
instead of plywood, while the use of rubber flooring and steel is also
sustainable as is recycled content in carpeting, wall covering and
fabric for furniture.

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The groundbreaking will take place at ABC 7
Chicago, 190 N. Several high resolution LCD plasma
screens inside the studio will allow ABC 7 to broadcast current programming
and live tapings.
Turner Construction Special Projects Division is the General Contractor
for the State Street Studio project.

PNC Bank Leads 'Green' Approach to Retail Business to Make Branches Friendly to Customers and the Environment

A simulated
"brick " pattern with an atrium creates a sleek, contemporary look.

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"Our new sidewalk studio is designed as an exciting destination point in
the continuing revitalization of this historic downtown area ," said Emily
Barr, ABC 7 station president and general manager.

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"As a bank we recognize the importance of wise investments and that the
integration of green principles into our business practices enhances the value
we deliver to customers, shareholders, communities and employees," says Neil
Hall , CEO of regional community banking at PNC.S.

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CHICAGO, ABC 7 celebrates the groundbreaking on
its new state-of-the-art studio on State Street Thursday, April 7, from 9-9:30
a. "Good environmental sense
makes good economic sense. They are manufactured off-site, resulting in
less construction waste.

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The bank already has 10 environmentally friendly
buildings, with plans to build at least 90 such branches with even more
rigorous standards.

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"ABC 7 showed its commitment to State Street's revitalization with a major
renovation of its studios in the mid-eighties," said Alan F.com