The Omega Center for Sustainable Living (OCSL), a water reclamation facility and environmental education center, was selected for the American Institute of Architects Committee on the Environment (AIA/COTE) Top 10 Green Projects Award for 2010. Gund Fellow John Todd's Eco-Machine technology is central to the project’s function. "The core of the center is a 4,500-square-foot greenhouse containing the Eco-Machine, which is a water filtration system. This living system uses plants, bacteria, algae, snails, and fungi to recycle Omega’s wastewater (approximately 5 million gallons per year) into clean water that is used to restore the aquifer." "The OCSL serves as the heart of Omega’s ongoing environmental initiatives, and includes a greenhouse, an Eco-Machine, constructed wetlands, and a classroom. The OCSL is open year-round for tours and educational events." The OCSL and other AIA/COTE winning projects will be honored at the AIA 2010 National Convention and Design Exposition, taking place June 10th-12th in Miami.