I will start with the question on sustainability. We endeavour to adopt as many of the requirements as possible that are now included in the updated national building code. We are proud to say that during the implementation of the LTVP, the modernization of the building systems will provide us with a higher energy efficiency than prior to the rehabilitation.
I would also mention that we were able to achieve LEED gold certification for the full production facility, for example. All our designs are set to meet 70% of the green globe standard, which are sustainability targets for heritage buildings, and that is approximately equivalent to LEED silver. We are using elements such as a green roof on the Sir John A. Macdonald Building, water-saving plumbing systems, and heat recuperation, including in the new chamber in the West Block.
Regarding your question on the slope, we have made progress in that regard. We have sought advice from experts on the best approach to stabilize Parliament Hill's escarpment, giving priority to the health and safety of passersby and users. A decision was rendered to carry out priority work associated with that stabilization. That work was completed in September 2013 at a cost of $1.2 million by—