This news item is about: From its mission to the state-of-the-art structure that houses it, the Animal Health Diagnostic Center is committed to sustaining the health and well-being of animals, people, and the environment. This dedication was recently acknowledged with a “gold” certification of the New York State Veterinary Diagnostic Laboratory by the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) Green Building Rating System, as judged by the U.S. Green Building Council.