Rivermark Credit Union has upped its 'green cred.'

Recently BikePortland.org, which covers the Portland bike scene, shared with followers the eco-conscious choices that will be available at the $490 million credit union's new green Hawthorne branch including walk-up teller station and covered bike parking.

The new 8,700-square-foot building will be located adjacent to the existing branch in Portland, which will remain open during construction. Once the new branch opens the existing branch will be demolished and a majority of it recycled. The new building will incorporate green building practices, such as a partial green roof to save energy and reduce storm water runoff. The branch will also feature an exterior living wall that in time will be covered with vegetation.

The post included a link back to Rivermark CU's home page (rivermarkcu.org).