Podcasts about us green building council

You're Walking on a Climate Solution and You Don't Even Know It!This carbon-negative flooring innovation is revolutionizing the way we design spaces and you won't believe how it works! Discover Interface's bold solution that's redefining sustainable design. In this episode, Ian Peterman sits down with Mikhail Davis from Interface to reveal how they've created carbon-negative flooring that's transforming businesses and building a greener future. Learn how sustainable flooring innovations are cutting costs, reducing carbon footprints, and boosting profits, all while helping reverse global warming.Discover the secret behind Interface's Climate Take Back™ initiative and how it's transforming sustainable design. Learn about key trends in green building, eco-friendly materials, and carbon reduction, along with practical strategies businesses can use to adopt sustainable practices and win big doing it.Hit play now to uncover this game-changing innovation. Don't forget to like, subscribe, and turn on notifications for more insights on conscious design

Why are so many buildings designed to shut out nature instead of working with it?Vivian Loftness has spent 50 years advancing sustainable architecture, focusing on climate-responsive design, energy efficiency, and healthier buildings. Her career began during the first energy crisis, leading her to research passive solar design and climate-adaptive architecture. She studied in Finland, where she learned from architects who prioritized daylighting and material efficiency.As a professor at Carnegie Mellon University and a leader in organizations like the US Green Building Council and the International Living Future Institute, she has pushed for buildings that operate with minimal mechanical intervention. Her work has influenced policies on passive survivability - ensuring buildings remain habitable during power outages - and environmental surfing, a strategy for maximizing natural ventilation and daylight before using mechanical systems.In this episode, Vivian explains why modern buildings have become overly sealed and dependent on artificial systems, how architects can design for location-specific climates, and why daylight and operable windows should be non-negotiable in all buildings. She also discusses groundbreaking projects like a Singapore hospital that cut mechanical cooling by two-thirds, replacing it with natural ventilation and rooftop gardens that feed patients.To explore more about Vivian and her work, you can follow her onLinkedin or visitCarnegie Mellon University's School of Architecture website.Join me, Ladina, on this green journey, and don't forget to subscribe for more insightful conversations about sustainable living and architecture and drop us a review. If you have suggestions for future guests or topics, I'd love to hear from you on my socials!Let's explore the world of green architecture, one conversation at a time.Contact: Ladina ⁠⁠@ladinaschoepf⁠⁠Website: ⁠⁠⁠⁠buildinggreenshow.comProduced by: ⁠⁠marketyourarchitecture.com⁠

Dan welcomes Paul McElroy, Executive Vice President of Design and Construction at Lucid, Highgate's in-house design studio, onto today's episode where they dive into the transformative power of sustainability within the hospitality industry. Paul emphasizes the critical role of small changes and conversations, the significance of detailed project management, and the impactful lessons learned from challenging construction projects. The conversation conveys how vulnerability and resilience shape professional approaches and industry-wide improvements. The duo also explores how pioneering figures and companies are integrating sustainable practices, stressing the necessity of these efforts to become standard operations due to regulatory and market pressures. Takeaways: Embedding sustainability into projects from the kickoff meeting ensures that objectives are clear and incorporated into the workflow from the beginning.Integrate sustainability metrics and waste management plans into RFP processes to ensure accountability and commitment from contractors and vendors from the start.Show up with authenticity and vulnerability. This approach breaks down barriers and builds stronger, more genuine relationships with peers and partners.Set clear, audacious goals and communicate the “why” behind initiatives. This helps to align and motivate teams around shared objectives.Work collaboratively with contractors and vendors, bringing them on the journey rather than dictating from above. Understanding their challenges and working together to solve them can result in more sustainable and feasible solutions.Recognize and utilize the power of collective effort. Mobilize your organization and partners to join in the sustainable mission, thereby amplifying the impact.Be open to changing course based on what you learn along the way. Healthy friction and iterative improvements can lead to significant advances in sustainability practices.Quote of the Show:“It's very important that a hotel exhibits extreme hospitality to their guests, but I think hospitality extends way beyond the four walls of a hotel.” - Paul McElroyLinks:LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/paul-mcelroy-3387954a/ Website: https://www.luciddevelopmentgroup.com/ Website: https://www.highgate.com/ Shout Outs:So and So Bar https://www.soandsosbar.com/ MindClick https://www.mindclick.com/ Hilton Hawaiian Village https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/hnlhvhh-hilton-hawaiian-village-waikiki-beach-resort/ Alohi Lani https://www.alohilaniresort.com/ BDNY https://bdny.com/ Hyatt Regency San Francisco https://www.hyatt.com/hyatt-regency/en-US/sfors-hyatt-regency-san-francisco Kara Swisher https://www.linkedin.com/in/kara-swisher-b7213/ US Green Building Council https://www.usgbc.org/ Hotel Marcel https://www.hotelmarcel.com/ Ways to Tune In: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/show/0A2XOJvb6mGqEPYJ5bilPXApple Podcasts: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/defining-hospitality-podcast/id1573596386Google Podcasts: https://podcasts.google.com/feed/aHR0cHM6Ly93d3cuZGVmaW5pbmdob3NwaXRhbGl0eS5saXZlL2ZlZWQueG1sAmazon Music: ​​https://music.amazon.com/podcasts/8c904932-90fa-41c3-813e-1cb8f3c42419Transistor: https://www.defininghospitality.live/

  Enzo Tessitore, Licensed Architect & Urban Planner, LEED Fellow, sustainability advocate, local community supporter, amateur baker and classic car lover is a sustainability-driven executive with international experience in bringing people, organizations, and money together to help drive the global property industry toward green practices. In 2023, in recognition of his extraordinary contribution to the global green building movement and LEED, the USGBC recognized him as the youngest LEED Fellow in the world. As an Architect and Urban planner, Enzo is responsible for the Green Building Council Brazil operations, where he has worked for over seven years. He also served on the global business development team for Latin America at the US Green Building Council, focusing on developing the Brazilian market for Arc buildings' operational performance benchmark platform. He participates on several steering and technical committees, such as in the Ministry of Mines and Energy, ABNT (Brazilian Association of Technical Standards), in the global project Better Places for People, of the World Green Building Council, where strategies are discussed to increase the demand and the adoption of sustainable buildings that support the health, well-being, and productivity of the people within them, as well as in the Advancing Net Zero, also from the WorldGBC, which aims to increase adoption of Net Zero buildings throughout the world. For the past five years, he has maintained his professional practice in architecture and urban planning, working with projects focused on sustainability at different scales. Born in Brazil and educated in California and Sao Paulo, Enzo holds a double major in Architecture and Urban Planning from Escola da Cidade in Sao Paulo. Show Highlights   Enzo became the youngest LEED Fellow at age 30. Brazil's status as the fifth-largest market for LEED certifications. Explains structure of World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) and local chapters. Focus on decarbonization strategies and biodiversity. The absence of supportive legislation contributes to green buildings remaining a niche market despite a growing interest. The push for new construction and existing building retrofits is essential for achieving sustainability goals. AI's potential impact on green building design leading to more sustainable choices. Clear communication fosters understanding and alignment among diverse stakeholders in green building projects. “Green buildings are not going away… Green buildings are an umbrella. There's a whole bunch of things underneath it, whether you're an energy efficiency geek or you really love to study how the built environment affects our forests or maybe you're really into passive design. There's a whole bunch of things that are underneath that sort of green building umbrella. There's going to be more and more legislation that requires your building to be efficient. There's going to be more and more incentives for your building to be efficient. I hope at some point we're not allowed to build inefficient buildings...” -Enzo Tessitore     Show Resource and Information Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on .  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the !   Copyright © 2024 GBES

This episode of Going Green (a SPACES podcast story) explores the politicization of environmental issues and the emerging communication war on climate change. The evolution of media, politics, and corporate interests and its impact on the public's opinion of climate change are detailed. The episode also highlights the creation of the AIA Committee on the Environment (COTE) and the establishment of the US Green Building Council and its LEED Green Building Rating System. Subscribe to SPACES PodcastEpisode Extras - Photos, videos, and links to additional content I found during my research. Episode Credits:Production by Gābl MediaWritten by Dimitrius LynchExecutive Produced by Dimitrius LynchAudio Engineering and Sound Design by Jeff AlvarezArchival Audio courtesy of: CSPAN, Demux, CSPAN-O'Neill, CSPAN-Wright, Mother Jones, Slipstream, History, Secular Talk, CSPAN-Byrd-Hagel, Channel 4 News, FORA.tv, The Young TurksMentioned in this episode:ArchIT

Emma serves as the Executive Vice President of Commercial at ClimeCo. She generates new opportunities, supports existing accounts, and explores how to strengthen ClimeCo's existing Environmental, Social, & Governance (ESG) and Climate Strategy Consulting services. Before joining ClimeCo, Emma built and headed the Impact & Sustainability practice at MSL, a global PR and communications agency, helping companies better tell their stories and drive progress around environmental sustainability, social impact, DEI, and purpose. Previously, Emma was the Global Renewable Energy Lead for McDonald's Corporation, where she built and executed a strategy to achieve their ambitious climate goals. Within three years, she procured enough renewable energy equivalent to planting over 70 million trees. Emma also sat on the Board of Directors for the Clean Energy Buyers Alliance (CEBA). She advocated for a clean energy policy on Capitol Hill to make renewable energy more accessible and affordable for all. She incorporated environmental justice, human rights, and community impact considerations into McDonald's procurement strategy, demonstrating that large brands can use their Scale for Good to transform the renewable energy market. In 2020, McDonald's became the US's fourth-largest corporate buyer of renewable energy. Emma also led all energy, water, and waste sustainability programs for the 15,000 restaurants in the US before heading up renewable energy for McDonald's. Before joining McDonald's, Emma focused on driving impact through environmental and social sustainability. After graduating from Columbia University, she worked for the US Green Building Council, then moved to Chicago to lead business development and marketing for Green Per Square Foot, an energy and sustainability tech start-up. Emma later led the energy and sustainability consulting group at Cushman & Wakefield, where she worked with large occupier clients to develop their ESG strategies and created tools to help them achieve their goals. https://www.climeco.com/ https://nexuspmg.com/

This week on the 50th Better Buildings for Humans, host Joe Menchefski sits down with Eric Corey Freed, a pioneer in regenerative and restorative design! Eric shares his insights on sustainability in architecture, introducing innovative concepts like regenerative design, carbon smart design, and circular economies. Together, they explore how these ideas can reshape the built environment and our relationship with it. Eric also delves into his revolutionary idea of "prostruction"—growing building materials through synthetic biology—while emphasizing the impact of natural light on occupant well-being. From rethinking how we construct to leveraging the power of materials, this episode will inspire anyone passionate about transforming the future of buildings. More About Eric:  https://www.cannondesign.com/people/eric-corey-freedhttps://www.linkedin.com/in/organicarchitect/ Eric Corey Freed is an award-winning architect, author, and global speaker. As Principal and Director of Sustainability for CannonDesign, he leads the healthcare, education, and commercial teams toward low-carbon, healthy, regenerative buildings for over 30 million square feet a year. For two decades, he was Founding Principal of organicARCHITECT, a visionary design leader in biophilic and regenerative design. His past roles include Vice President of the International Living Future Institute and Chief Community Officer of EcoDistricts, both nonprofits pushing innovative new paradigms for deep green buildings and communities. He serves on the board of Design Museum Everywhere, whose mission is to “bring the transformative power of design to all.” Eric is the author of 12 books, including "Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies” and "Circular Economy for Dummies." In 2012, he was named one of the 25 "Best Green Architecture Firms" in the US, and one of the "Top 10 Most Influential Green Architects." In 2017, he was named one of Build's American Architecture Top 25. He holds a prestigious LEED Fellow award from the US Green Building Council. Where To Find Us: https://bbfhpod.advancedglazings.com/ www.advancedglazings.com https://www.linkedin.com/company/better-buildings-for-humans-podcast www.linkedin.com/in/advanced-glazings-ltd-848b4625 https://twitter.com/bbfhpod https://twitter.com/Solera_Daylight https://www.instagram.com/bbfhpod/ https://www.instagram.com/advancedglazingsltd https://www.facebook.com/AdvancedGlazingsltd

Send us a Text Message.Unlock the secrets of zero waste in business with our host Stephanie McLarty and  incredible guest Celeste McMickle, the Director of Client Solutions for True Zero Waste Certification at the US Green Building Council. Celeste uncovers the hidden world of industrial waste, often invisible to consumers, and its massive impact on the circular economy. She enlightens us on the zero waste hierarchy, highlighting the critical strategies of redesign, reduction, and reuse to proactively prevent waste.Next, we discuss the rising wave of companies striving for zero waste certification as they navigate their sustainability journeys. Learn how the TRUE Zero Waste Certification Program acts as a crucial roadmap, guiding businesses to achieve an impressive 90% or better diversion from landfill, incineration, and waste-to-energy. Celeste also underscores the importance of third-party reviews in ensuring a robust certification process, and we talk about the realistic timelines for companies to meet their zero waste goals.Finally, we explore the intricacies of achieving facility-level zero waste certification and the benefits it brings. From boosting employee engagement to providing marketing advantages, the rewards are manifold. We also emphasize the significance of widespread, imperfect participation in zero waste efforts, particularly in IT asset disposition and e-waste recycling. Join us at Quantum Lifecycle as we support your sustainability journey and work together towards a more circular future.TakeawaysZero waste is a critical goal for businesses to reduce their environmental impact and contribute to a circular economy.The zero waste hierarchy prioritizes reduction, reuse, and recycling as strategies to minimize waste.The True Zero Waste Certification program provides a framework for companies to measure and improve their waste diversion efforts.Third-party certification adds credibility and transparency to a company's waste reduction initiatives and can benefit marketing, employee engagement, and overall sustainability performance.Thanks for listening! If you like our podcasts, please leave us a review on Spotify or Apple or wherever you get your podcasts from. Want to be a guest on The Circular Future podcast? Email Sanjay Trivedi at strivedi@quantumlifecycle.com Listen on: https://quantumlifecycle.com/podcast Follow us on LinkedIn | Facebook

In this enlightening episode of the Sustainability Podcast, host Jim Frazer engages in a deep dive with Mahesh Ramanujam and Vincent Chiusano from the Global Network for Zero. The conversation explores their unique journeys into the sustainability sector, the evolution of the US Green Building Council, and the critical importance of zero emissions.Mahesh and Vincent share their insights on the challenges and strategies for achieving net zero emissions, emphasizing the importance of incremental progress, education, and the global-local implementation dichotomy. They discuss the pivotal role of the Global Network for Zero in harmonizing standards, providing guidance, and celebrating successes across diverse regions and industries.Tune in to learn how businesses, communities, and individuals can contribute to a sustainable future and the steps needed to transform the vision of zero emissions into a global reality. Don't miss this episode packed with inspiration, practical advice, and a call to action for a sustainable world.Subscribe to our podcast for more episodes that bring you closer to the forefront of sustainability and energy transition.--------------------------------------------------------------------------Would you like to be a guest on our growing podcast? If you have an intriguing, thought provoking topic you'd like to discuss on our podcast, please contact our host Jim Frazer View all the episodes here: https://thesustainabilitypodcast.buzzsprout.com

Lindsay Baker is a movement leader, author, and podcast host. Currently, she is the CEO of the International Living Future Institute, and her path there has been surprising and impressive. She started her career working at the US Green Building Council developing early standards for LEED, subsequently she was a researcher at UC Berkley, global head of sustainability at WeWork, member of Google's Real Estate Sustainability Team, and co-founder of a smart buildings company. Throughout her winding career, she has been driven not by a desire to have a particular role but by a desire to effect as much change as possible at the intersection of buildings, climate, and human health. She seeks positions where she can access “levers for disproportionate change,” where she can make a major impact. Lindsay and show host Neal trace Lindsay's mission-focused upbringing and professional career, including her childhood in Atlanta, formative years in college, and first job working on the LEED certification. They talk about her experience in Silicon Valley, at Google and WeWork, exploring her philosophy behind enacting change most effectively. They also touch on her current position at the International Living Future Institute, her experiences leading the organization through a period of significant change, including the pandemic and social justice movements, and the group's future goals. For more information about her current work, visit living-future.org.———————-At Latitude, we're more than a real estate firm; we're your partner in the transformation of homes, communities, and habitats towards healthy, resilient, and thriving communities. By combining specialized real estate consulting services with a creative agency model, we work with property stewards and developers on capital and fundraising strategies, team formation, branding, marketing, and sales. ---------Are you a professional wanting to create transformational outcomes with your work? Join the Regenerative Real Estate Community to get access to workshops, regenerative real estate investment opportunities, and connect to other leaders and culture creators within the greater real estate industry to create the impact you seek in your work.

    Erica Weeks, is a licensed architect who has dedicated her career to sustainability. Erica manages the Sustainability Services Sector at Hastings Architecture, where she works with owners, architects, engineers, and contractors across the country to facilitate sustainability rating systems. Erica has a keen ability to create synergies between disciplines and execute cross discipline calculations.   Erica earned her first LEED AP credential in 2006 and has facilitated the sustainability process on over 200 projects, under the array of available rating systems. She frequently presents at local, regional and national conferences for organizations such as the AIA and USGBC (US Green Building Council). She sits on the USGBC's Water Efficiency Technical Advisory Group (WE TAG), a global cohort of water experts that share knowledge to enhance requirements for water in the future versions of LEED. (2022-2023)   Erica is in her second term nationally with the AIA's Framework for Design Excellence cohort, addressing sustainability for the “every-day” architect in the AIA's toolkits and has been a Committee on the Environment technical reviewer for the AIA's annual COTE Top 10 Awards program. (2021-2023).   In June 2021, during USGBC Live, Erica was recognized as one of two individual Regional Leaders in the USGBC's “Big South” (15 states, from Maryland to Texas) for her on-going leadership to create sustainable buildings and communities.   In 2017, Erica was named one of Nashville Business Journal's Women of Influence, in the category of Inspiration/Mentoring, for her on-going support of professional education within Hastings and beyond. Erica provides project-based mentorship to design professionals, with the overall goals of making sustainability inherent to the design/construction process and fostering the education of the next generation of design professionals.   In October 2020, Erica was named a “Shero” in Courage by the US Green Building Council, for continuing to challenge the ‘business-as-usual' thinking of the design and construction industry to make sustainability an embedded priority.    Show Highlights   Insights on upcoming trends and developments in green building, such as LEED version 5 and the AIA's framework for design excellence. The involvement in various organizations promotes continuous learning and improvement in green building practices. Advice on emphasizing the importance of knowledge and avoiding greenwashing. Tips on pushing the boundaries and raising the bar in sustainability. Erica emphasizes the importance of staying up-to-date with the latest research in the field and making sure you agree with the credit language. Familiarize yourself with AIA”s ten different principles around energy, resources, water, integrated design and discovery. The value of obtaining credentials and expertise in rating systems. Avoid being a “regular engineer”  to find what you are meant to do in the built environment.  “How do we implement all these other actual design features to make people feel connected with culture, feel connected with ecology? I think that question is increasingly important as we focus on more equitable social responsibility issues.”  -Erica Weeks   Show Resource and Information In Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on .  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the !   Copyright © 2024 GBES

Seema Bhangar is a Healthy Buildings & Communities Principal at the US Green Building Council; she focuses on research and innovation. She is also a visiting scholar at UC Berkeley's Center for the Built Environment. If you are interested in the field of human health and buildings, Seema advises you to “collect data and be curious and discerning and honest. We have evaluate impact and ask what we do not know.” Seema is working with a new team to rebuild a dedicated research function at USGBC. She is fueled, she says, by the magic that happens “when we bring researchers to our communities of practice.” Seema is deeply proud of the network of people she has cultivated during her career so far, "people who value having a vision, who ask questions at the right scales, and who voice their opinions," she says. "In buildings and health, it's not about the individual superstar. The nodes are people. Each one has a set of expertise and knowledge, and we really advance when we connect and share.” She is excited for the frontiers that are now being explored in the movement. “Health is different than energy, so we're using different methods than we did for the other pillars,” she says. “The community today has many tools and  appreciates the need for urgency and scale.”

  Charlie Cichetti, CEO, LEED Fellow and WELL AP, is one of the leaders in the green building industry. He's built a career around green building services/education/and technology, and has co-founded multiple companies that hold sustainability leadership as core values. His career has evolved from a strong construction background, to real estate, to early LEED expertise, to starting his own business, to buying a business, and now to co-founding two technology companies - all in the built environment. ESG | Decarbonization | ClimateTech | EdTech | LEED Charlie is invested in the success of the green building industry. He works with people and buildings around the world to create the highest level of sustainability possible. Show Highlight Current Trends and a glimpse to the future for programs and rating systems around resiliency for the industry. The Past 10 Episodes you should check out * Episode 298: Alvis Yuen, head of ESG Real Estate for Bain Capital. * Episode 297: Silas Mahner with NextWave to help advance the world to a cleaner future. * Episode 296: Keith Fine the Principal at SLAM for an in depth conversation on innovation and AI. * Episode 295: Tucker Perkins with PERC for a conversation on Propane Education and Research Act. * Episode 294: Isela Rosales is the Managing Director, Head of ESG & Sustainability at Bridge Investment Group, a leading $50 billion investment portfolio. Charlie's Playlist of 8 episodes to check out on GBES Podcast Episode 48: Maria Perez, LEED Fellow at Gensler . Episode 37: Vivian Loftus and the amazing work she's doing at Carnegie Mellon. Episode 57: A Wild Conversation with Jason Twill. Episode 172: Drew Shula, a social entrepreneur focused on building up our green building consulting firms. Episode: Emmanuel Powells, who is a living Future hero. Episode 180: Peter Templeton, the current CEO of the US Green Building Council. Episode 224: A live podcast interview in Munich, Germany last year. Episode 287: The founding father of Lead Rob Watson. Inspirational Projects to check out Companies are focused on climate risk and opportunities to support the CDP framework. Show Resource and Information Charlie's Podcast Playlist Inspirational Projects Cal Guerxo Show Notes Don't forget to catch more episodes and resources for all of your green building news at the website. Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES: GBES is excited our membership community is growing.  Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more insurances that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on . We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the ! Copyright © 2023 GBES

Mary Ruppenthal: Registered Architect, Associate Principal at HED - Designing Schools that Meet the Needs of Students and Their Communities. This is episode 604 of Teaching Learning Leading K12, an audio podcast. Mary is a registered architect and an Associate Principal at HED, one of the oldest and largest architecture and engineering firms in the country, with 400+ employees and annual revenues above $100M. They serve clients nationwide in a broad range of market sectors, including Healthcare, Higher Education, Mission Critical, Housing and Mixed-Use, Pre-K 12, Science, Manufacturing and Product Development, Workplace, Community, and Government. With nearly 30 years of experience in public and private sector educational, civic, and cultural design, Mary oversees Pre-K-12 and community education projects at HED and is a regular speaker at trade and industry events on the best practices of flexible and adaptive learning environments for tomorrow's pedagogical needs and the needs of tomorrow's workforce and incorporating wellness into educational space design. She has devoted her career to collaborating with school districts in the design of innovative, high-performing educational facilities that enhance the user experience, maximize efficiency, and help shape the future for students of all ages. Mary is a member of the American Institute of Architects (AIA), AIA Committee on the Environment, School Energy Coalition, Architecture for Learning Environments (A4LE), Board Secretary, 2020 - Present, this past year served on the NorCal Chapter Board as President Elect and is moving into the role of president in October, Design-Build Institute of America, US Green Building Council, and the Coalition for Adequate Student Housing, where she regularly presents lectures on sustainable school design, case studies, and advocates for evolving best practices in school design. Cool conversation! So much to learn and think about! Before you go... Could you do me a favor? Please go to my website at https://www.stevenmiletto.com/reviews/ or open the podcast app that you are listening to me on, and would you rate and review the podcast? That would be so cool. Thanks! If you are listening on Apple Podcasts on your phone, go to the logo - click so that you are on the main page with a listing of the episodes for my podcast and scroll to the bottom. There you will see a place to rate and review. Could you review me? That would be so cool. Thank you! Hey, I've got another favor...could you share the podcast with one of your friends, colleagues, and family members? Hmmm? What do you think? Thank you! Thanks for sharing! Thanks for listening! Connect & Learn More: https://www.hed.design/ https://www.linkedin.com/in/mary-ruppenthal-6bab8713/ https://www.facebook.com/HEDadvances/ https://www.instagram.com/hedadvances/ https://www.linkedin.com/company/hedadvances/ https://schoolconstructionnews.com/2023/03/28/three-school-building-trends-that-are-setting-the-curve/   Length - 01:05:24

An analysis by POLITICO's E&E News and First Street revealed issues in the U.S. Green Building Council's rating system that could spell flood danger for hundreds of structures. E&E News's Corbin Hiar dissects the LEED certification gaps that are putting the newest generation of climate-friendly buildings in jeopardy. Plus, the EPA lost a lawsuit arguing that the agency wrongly approved a Colorado air permitting program that allowed the state to ignore ozone-forming emissions from oil and gas wells. For more news on energy and the environment, subscribe to Power Switch, our free evening newsletter: https://www.politico.com/power-switch And for even deeper coverage and analysis, read our Morning Energy newsletter by subscribing to POLITICO Pro: https://subscriber.politicopro.com/newsletter-archive/morning-energy Catherine Morehouse is an energy reporter for POLITICO and the host of the POLITICO Energy podcast. Corbin Hiar is a climate and business reporter for E&E News. Kara Tabor is an audio producer for POLITICO. Alex Keeney is a senior audio producer at POLITICO. Gloria Gonzalez is the deputy energy editor for POLITICO.  Matt Daily is the energy editor for POLITICO.

Learn how Denver Public Schools' Climate Action Plan was developed and is being implemented. DPS policy is to “be a national leader in establishing an organizational culture anchored in sustainability, climate action, and environmental justice in both the conservation of natural resources and in minimizing the carbon footprint of DPS' practices.” LeeAnn Kittle, director of the Sustainability Team at Denver Public Schools, shares the details on that climate plan. She'll also highlight the significance of GHG inventory storytelling and financial impact assessments, which have played a critical role in driving sustainable change across the school district. LeeAnn holds a Master's in Business Administration and a B.S. in Environmental Science. She is passionate about educating and inspiring her community on sustainability initiatives to address pressing climate issues. She works hard to change the narrative from climate crisis to one of bold action, innovation, and accountability. Kittle has served on several boards across the front range, including organizations such as US Green Building Council, Recycle Colorado, and Colorado Association for School District Energy Managers. LeeAnn also took part in NREL's Energy Executive Leadership Program and was recently named Energy Manager of the Year for the Central and South US through the Association of Energy Engineers. MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Presenter's Slides https://studio809podcasts.com/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/AUG-2023_SIP-PRESENTATION_DPS.pdf Denver Public Schools Climate Action Planhttps://sustainability.dpsk12.org/2023/01/06/see-the-dps-climate-action-plan/  Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future Monthly Newsletterhttps://tinyurl.com/4h4ujnya Sustainable and Resilient Pikes Peak Region Facebook Grouphttps://www.facebook.com/groups/srppr Pikes Peak Permaculture Fundraiser - September 16 https://www.pikespeakpermaculture.org/event/pikes-peak-permaculture-fundraiser/ The Brewshed Alliance Liquid Lecturehttps://www.fountain-crk.org/liquid-lecture-series  Fountain Creek Watershed's 10th Anniversary Creek Week Cleanup Registrationhttps://www.fountain-crk.org/creek-week-2023-registration?fbclid=IwAR17qEUuoOIrjcV4dPytDVhIZq-OJ2deuZ9ZDb-JcNn7yjrwPVOyfydIkLU This episode was recorded at the Sustainability in Progress  (SIP) virtual event on August 16, 2023. Sustainability in Progress is a monthly program of the Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future. Join us (free) the third Wednesday of every month. Register for the next Sustainability in Progress event: Building High Efficiency, All-Electric Homes – Pikes Peak Habitat for Humanity - September 20 at noonhttps://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZAocOCppjwuHNZFUr8MeMV8K6pJa0IA-WGy The mission of Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future is to promote regional sustainability and advance the Pikes Peak region's sustainability plan (PPR2030) through regional collaboration and outreach. Connect with us at peakalliance.org The following environment/sustainability organizations in the Pikes Peak region collaborate to produce the Peak Environment podcast about environmental stewardship, sustainable living and enlightened public policy in the Pikes Peak Region. Peak Alliance for a Sustainable Future https://www.peakalliance.co/ Pikes Peak Permaculture https://www.pikespeakpermaculture.org/ GrowthBusters https://www.growthbusters.org Keep up with all the organizations and events making our area a better place to live. Follow on your favorite podcast app so you don't miss an episode:    

Calling all soccer enthusiasts! In this episode, Amanda Hsieh immerses in an enlightening discussion with Jordan Enke, Senior Vice President of Stadium Operations at Austin FC in Austin, Texas. Jordan plays a pivotal role in the organization with a comprehensive scope that includes overseeing general operations, safety and security, event and guest services, parking and mobility, and sustainability initiatives. Having been a part of Austin FC since its early days in 2019, he was instrumental in various aspects, from site selection to the design and construction efforts of Q2 Stadium.  Q2 Stadium has garnered numerous accolades, including being certified as LEED Gold by the US Green Building Council. Its achievements also span receiving the Outstanding Construction Award from the Associated General Contractors (AGC) for the Austin Chapter in 2021, being recognized as a VenuesNow All-Star, securing the ULI Austin Impact Award for Most Influential Project in 2021, and earning a StadiumDB Nomination for Stadium of the Year in the same year. The stadium further received the Austin Business Journal Commercial Real Estate Award for Project of the Year in 2021 and the '21 Best Projects Award of Merit from Engineering News-Record in the Sports/Entertainment category for the Texas-Louisiana Region. In 2022, the MLSPA voted Q2 Stadium the Best Atmosphere and Best Field. Jordan's educational journey led him to a Bachelor of Science in Sport Management from West Virginia University, where he graduated Magna Cum Laude in 2010. In addition to his academic achievements, he was also recognized as a Facility Management Professional in 2015, showcasing his dedication to excellence. This is our first ESG Decoded episode to feature a professional sports team. However, instead of talking about players and stats, Amanda and Jordan take a fresh approach by exploring sustainability. Keeping with the theme of 'firsts,' Austin FC is the first major professional sports team in Austin, a city that has long boasted some of the most passionate college sports fans in the country. Tune in as they unravel the intricacies of building a stadium, with a spotlight on site selection being a pivotal factor for sustainability advancements.  Considering the climate, Q2 Stadium's design cleverly harnesses natural breezes and integrates inventive stormwater management and passive cooling systems. In line with an eco-friendly approach, the stadium's intentional limited parking promotes public transportation usage. The Austin FC organization extends its influence beyond the field, serving as a unifying force in the community with targets for financial and ticket donations to deserving causes.  This conversation will offer a new perspective and an appreciation for the blend of sustainability and sportsmanship. After listening to this episode, we hope you never look at sports stadiums the same again. Unlock the world of sustainability and join the ESG Decoded Podcast community! Make sure to subscribe to be notified of new episodes on your favorite streaming platforms, YouTube, and our social channels (linked below). Get ready for thrilling new episodes that will ignite your passion for positive change. Tune in, engage, and let's decode ESG together! Episode Resource Links Amanda's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/ahsieh1/ Jordan's LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jordan-enke-04684145/  Austin FC LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/austin-fc/ Austin FC Website: https://www.austinfc.com/

It's easy to overlook the beauty and craftsmanship that architecture offers. But what if we could shift our perspective and reconnect with the spaces that surround us?In this episode, we are joined by Blake Jackson, the Global Director of Sustainability for NORR, a renowned architecture, engineering, and design firm. Blake's journey in architecture began in the rural town of Chatsworth, GA, where his passion for shaping spaces took root. Blake has cultivated an impressive career spanning over 22 years in the architecture, engineering, and construction (AEC) industry. Currently serving as the Global Director of Sustainability for NORR, a prestigious integrated firm with over 800 professionals in architecture, interior design, planning, and engineering, Blake's expertise influences projects across 14 locations worldwide, including the US, UK, UAE, and Canada. With a focus on 12 major building sectors, Blake spearheads NORR's commitment to sustainable design and practices.Beyond his role at NORR, Blake is also dedicated to sharing his knowledge and shaping the next generation of architects as a professor. His contributions extend to various advisory boards, including the esteemed University of Massachusetts Dartmouth's Interior Design Program. Blake's passion for advocacy has led him to serve as the Vice President of Advocacy for the Boston Society of Architects from 2016 to 2018. He is also an invited lecturer at prestigious universities such as Harvard, Columbia, and Clemson.Blake's remarkable contributions have not gone unnoticed. In 2015, he was recognized as one of the "40 under 40" by the Building Design and Construction Magazine, acknowledging his outstanding achievements and impact in the industry. Furthermore, in 2021, Blake was honored as a LEED Fellow by the US Green Building Council, solidifying his expertise and leadership in sustainable architecture.

Episode 111: Practice with Purpose - A Guide to Mission Driven DesignHow can architects address some of society's most urgent challenges?Written by LEDDY MAYTUM STACY Architects, “Practice with Purpose: A Guide to Mission Driven Design” is about designing buildings beyond their property lines to address some of society's most urgent challenges: the climate emergency, racial and ethnic injustice, chronic homelessness, educational crises, and the preservation of the embodied carbon and culture of existing buildings. These are not discrete phenomena - they are inextricably linked in an ecological and societal emergency that demands creative, integrated design responses. Architects and designers have a historic opportunity to help lead our communities toward an equitable, climate-positive future for all.This week we sit down with Founding Principal William Leddy and Senior Associate Gwen Fuertes of LMSA to learn more about the firm's model for practice, their new book, their projects, and net zero carbon architecture.Guests:William Leddy, FAIA, is a Founding Principal of San Francisco-based LEDDY MAYTUM STACY Architects, the 2017 recipient of the AIA Firm Award. For over 30 years, he has been a national leader in the design of environments that celebrate our place in the natural world. LMSA has received more than 175 design awards and is one of only three firms to have received eleven or more national AIA Committee on the Environment Top Ten Green Project awards. A past chair of the national AIA COTE, he currently serves as the AIA California Vice President for Climate Action, helping to advance the rapid decarbonization of the built environment in California and beyond. He is the co-author of his firm's new book – “Practice with Purpose: A Guide to Mission Driven Design”, published in late 2022.Gwen Fuertes, AIA, LEED AP BD+C, has two decades of work in design, research, and analysis of high-performing buildings. She began her career at the US Green Building Council in Washington, DC. She then worked at the Center for the Built Environment (CBE) as a graduate student researcher, acquiring a depth of expertise in building science and post-occupancy analysis. Gwen has worked at LEDDY MAYTUM STACY Architects for over nine years, designing low-carbon, mission-driven projects in Northern California.Gwen was a member and former co-chair of the AIA 2030 Commitment working group, most recently leading the pivot of the program towards a carbon-focused metric. She was also a member of the LEED Technical Committee. She has taught at California College of the Arts and UC Berkeley as an adjunct lecturer, focusing on energy efficiency, resilience and resource cycles, and considers teaching a passion. She has spoken at numerous national conferences on integrating low-carbon design in practice.

En este episodio les presentamos las entrevistas que tuvimos con Peter Templeton, CEO del US Green Building Council, y Chris Pyke, Senior Vicepresident de ARC Skoru, dentro del Foro Ejecutivo de Acciones Climáticas de SUMe, celebrado en la Ciudad de México en Febrero del 2023. Hablamos de LEED y su nueva versión, del lugar que México tiene dentro de la adopción de LEED en el mundo y diferentes perspectivas acerca de la creciente importancia de la integración de LEED en los ecosistemas de los aspectos ASG / ESG (Ambientales, Sociales y de Gobernanza), y de las herramientas y papeles que ARC y GRESB tienen para navegar por el mundo creciente de los estándares y mediciones de la sustentabilidad en las construcciones. ¡Un episodio muy interesante! --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/sumecast/message

    Jim Hambright, is a professional registered architect that has worked in more than 30 states and 16 foreign countries over the past 48 years. He has a Masters in Architecture and is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Royal Institute of British Architects. He is also a member of the US Green Building Council where he is a LEED Accredited Professional. He was recognized and selected as a LEED Fellow as one of twenty professionals globally for this honor in 2022 by the U.S. Green Building Council and Green Business Certification, Inc. Mr. Hambright was recognized as a Fluor Fellow in 2010 in the field of sustainability and has extensive experience and expertise in site master planning, facility planning, programming, project management, production, design and detailing of projects throughout the world.    He has specific experience in the field of pharmaceuticals, biotechnology, electronics, specialized industrial facilities, sports facilities, office and retail facilities, food industries, military, power and chemicals facilities, educational facilities, as well as smaller residential and land planning development work. He has also performed work for governmental agencies and provided expertise and consulting for a variety of specialty, security, and confidential projects.   Underlying efforts in all of Mr. Hambrights' projects has been the fundamental incorporation of elements of sustainability, creativity, innovation, functionality, and appropriateness that fit into the community and environment specific to a given project and location. Mr. Hambright strives to make the best use of resources, innovative design, and time constraints and is constantly seeking optimization on each project.   Specialties: Sustainability, Carbon Neutral and NetZero project aspects, large and small-scale masterplanning, programming, international, national, and regional projects, governmental solutions, electronics facilities, industrial, camps and campuses, pharmaceutical, biotechnology, residential developments, single and multi-housing units, community projects. Also specializing is historic renovations and rehabilitation projects, as well and photography, modeling, and Computer Aided Drafting capabilities.   Show Highlights Jim shares the myriad of disciplines within the Fluor Corporation. The struggles you face when implementing sustainable changes in a very large organization.  Logistics, labs, and data centers are the growing sectors of the movement. How green hydrogen facilities and different gasses can best be produced, stored, and distributed. The strategies and laws for the variety and emerging energy sources.  Manufacturers and producers are getting on board with the science and microbes of how they can get better production, better yield rates and better customer satisfaction. The secret and advice for sustainable entrepreneurship. The balance in finding the right amount of flexibility within an organization to implement your goals and share your expertise. “When we're all out in the midst of the battles, if you will, it's hard to even think about recognition or anything else. You're just trying to get the work done, trying to solve the problems when they come,  and provide options, opportunities, and research to help the clients to do the best thing they can do. Of course there's always a struggle with scheduling, the budget, supply chain, and a lot of other issues that we have to deal with on a daily basis.” -Jim Hambright  Get the episode transcript here!!   Show Resource and Information Linkedin The immortal life of henrietta lacks  Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2022 GBES

This is a cool episode, because Grant Canary has found a way to make money by cooling the planet—with trees! In episode 98 with Maddie Hall, we learned about how her startup, Living Carbon, is bioengineering trees to grow faster so we can reforest the planet faster. And in this 101st episode, we'll hear about a different approach to reforestation. Every year, millions of acres of forests in the US burn down, and the number of acres burning is increasing annually. We know that trees not only provide critical wildlife habitat, but they're an important part of keeping carbon out of the atmosphere, yet literally billions of trees burn up in wildfires each year. Regardless of how fast those trees grow, just imagine how much time it would take to hand plant enough seeds to replace billions of burned trees. Enter Drone Seed. Founded in 2016, the company's raised well over $30 million from venture investors so far to essentially automate the reforestation process.  Rather than planting seeds by hand or even randomly from the air, the 100-person startup's drones survey the burned land, plan the mission, and then strategically drop pucks filled with seeds and the nutrients they'll need to grow in the areas they're most likely going to take root.  The company is already selling carbon offsets to companies like Shopify, proving that sometimes it can be more profitable to grow a forest than to cut one down.  Discussed in this episode Grant recommends The Lean Startup, The Hard Thing About Hard Things, and Multipliers Shopify's Planet app Mark Rober video TechCrunch story and CNBC story about Drone Seed More about Grant Canary Grant Canary is Founder and Chief Executive Officer of DroneSeed, which reforests after wildfire using heavy lift drone swarms. It was founded to make reforestation scalable and mitigate the worst effects of climate change. It recently acquired subsidiary Silvaseed which has been expanded to be the largest private seed bank on the west coast. The company is now a one-stop-shop for reforestation providing seed, seedlings, aerial seeding, and financing via carbon credits. Grant has focused his entire career on sustainability—working at Vestas wind energy in China, the US and Denmark, and for the US Green Building Council in its infancy. He has had one prior acquisition. He founded Biosystems Co., in Bogotá, Colombia that utilized food waste to feed insect larvae for use as industrial fish feed— alleviating overfishing pressure and utilizing food waste. He worked with the acquirer to scale that company to a 60k sq ft insect protein factory which is going strong today. Grant is a pacific NW native growing up in Oregon playing chess, then poker, then improv. By virtue of DroneSeed he is a Techstars Seattle Alumni ('16), Mulago Foundation Fellow, and Grist list of 50 Fixers.

Jared is the Partner in Crown Capital in charge of Investor Relations. Jared is a general partner and investor in a 134-unit apartment building in Houston, TX. He has been investing in real estate since 2017 and owns several rental properties in Memphis, TN.In addition to his work with Crown Capital, Jared is the Founder of Capstone Government Affairs. Jared has over two decades of experience in government affairs, politics, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and economic development consulting.Jared has a Master's in Public Administration from American University and a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University. He is LEED AP certified by the US Green Building Council. Jared currently serves the City of Walnut Creek as a Transportation Commissioner, and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife and three children.Crown Capital is a multifamily investing firm that allows you to build wealth without wall street. We help our investors to live financially free through progressively passive real estate investments. Our firm allows investors to own real estate without having to own the operation and management responsibilities.https://crowncapitalcorp.com/https://www.linkedin.com/in/jaredasch/

Summary: In the eighth episode of Season 10 of the Propcast, host Louisa Dickins is joined by Sonu Panda, the CEO of Prescriptive Data and Becca Rushin, the Director of ESG at Jamestown. Becca and Sonu discuss challenges in the industry including the impact of the current geopolitical climate and whether this will slow down the journey to net zero. Becca and Sonu share their career journeys to ESG and technology. In this episode you'll hear Sonu explain more about script data and how it improves sustainability in buildings. Becca talks about Jamestown's sustainability and social responsibility initiatives and shares information on their green program and charitable foundation. The key takeaway from this episode is that people want to work in healthy buildings and environments, however, achieving carbon neutrality through offsets is not enough. Instead, true science based approaches are what's needed to tackle the bigger issue of climate change. Resources: LMRE Global Recruitment and Search Consultancy LMRE YouTube Interviews Cradle to Cradle by William McDonough and Michael Braungart The Ecology of Commerce by Paul Hawken The RHINO Principle, Paul Johnson Companies Mentioned: Rudin Management  Carbon Lighthouse  Measurabl Deepki Boston Properties The James Beard Foundation   Shout Outs: John Gilbert, COO of Rudin Management Ben Myers, Vice President of Boston Properties   Key Insights From This Episode:   So much of what we do is a function of the deep thoughts that our customers have and the feedback that we receive. - Sonu I think the holy grail for a tech company is to find some sort of portfolio deployment that works for every single asset, everyone wants that package deal. - Becca I see a more widespread recognition that climate change is real, that achieving carbon neutrality through offsets is not enough, and that true science based approaches are what's called for - Sonu One thing that is really important about our portfolio is that it is very diverse, we don't own glass office towers, we have a lot of special snowflakes. - Becca People want to work in healthy buildings and environments, these are the things that people are paying attention to, it's the new employee value proposition. - Louisa   About Our Guests: Sonu Panda:  Sonu Panda is the CEO of Prescriptive Data, a privately-held SaaS company focused on the intersection of the Internet of Things, big data, and machine learning as applied to built environments of all types. Sonu develops and executes Prescriptive Data's business and technology strategy, and oversees all functions within the company, including sales, business development, marketing, customer onboarding and success, engineering, talent management, finance and administrative operations. Prior to Prescriptive Data, Panda most recently served as the co-founder and COO of H.Bloom, a B2B marketplace company, where he developed the company's operational model, established both product/technology development and process engineering efforts and managed day-to-day business operations.    Becca Rushin: Becca Rushin the Director of ESG at Jamestown. She leads environmental, social and governance (ESG) initiatives through the Jamestown Green program and the Jamestown Charitable Foundation. Prior to joining Jamestown in 2012, Ms Rushin worked as a local government consultant for Clark Patterson Lee, where she served as Community Development Coordinator and Sustainability Commission Staff Liaison for the City of Dunwoody. She is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM) and holds a LEED AP O+M credential. Ms Rushin is an active volunteer with the Urban Land Institute, the US Green Building Council, and Community Farmers Markets. She holds a Bachelor of Arts in Spanish and Environmental Policy from Sewanee: the University of the South and a Master of Science in Sustainable Development: Environmental Policy and Management from Utrecht University.   About Jamestown: Jamestown is a global, design-focused real estate investment and management firm with a 38-year track record and mission to create places that inspire. Since its founding in 1983, Jamestown has executed transactions in excess of $35 billion. As of June 30, 2022, Jamestown has assets under management of $13.1 billion and a portfolio spanning key markets throughout the U.S., Latin America, and Europe. Jamestown employs more than 400 people worldwide with headquarters in Atlanta and Cologne, and offices in Amsterdam, Bogotá, Boston, London, Los Angeles, Madrid, Milan, New York, San Francisco, and Washington. Current and previous projects include One Times Square and Chelsea Market in New York, Industry City in Brooklyn, Ponce City Market in Atlanta, Ghirardelli Square in San Francisco, the Innovation and Design Building in Boston, and Groot Handelsgebouw in Rotterdam. For more information, visit www.jamestownLP.com.   About Prescriptive Data:   Prescriptive Data is the creator of Nantum OS, an award-winning platform optimising building's operational performance while saving energy, reducing carbon emissions, and lowering costs without sacrificing occupant health or comfort. Combining historical data with predictive analysis and real-time occupancy, Nantum OS enables buildings to hit their ESG goals.https://twitter.com/prescriptivedat https://www.facebook.com/prescriptivedata About Our Host Louisa Dickins Louisa is the co-founder of LMRE, which has rapidly become the market leading global PropTech recruitment platform and search consultancy with operations across North America, United Kingdom, Europe and Asia-Pacific. To promote the industry she is so passionate about, Louisa set up the Global podcast ‘The Propcast' where she hosts and invites guests from the built environment space to join her in conversation about innovation. About LMRE LMRE is globally recognised for leading the way in Real Estate Tech & Innovation talent management. From the outset our vision was to become a global provider of the very best strategic talent to the most innovative organisations in PropTech, ConTech, Smart Buildings, ESG, Sustainability and Strategic Consulting. At LMRE we are fully committed at all times to exceed the expectations of our candidates and clients by providing the very best advice and by unlocking exclusive opportunities across our global network in the UK, Europe, North America and Asia-Pacific.   Timestamps: [2:43] Becca: How did you get to become in the ESG space at Jamestown and how do you know Sonu? I learnt about sustainability whilst I was studying environmental policy, from there I decided to go to the Netherlands to study sustainable development. Over the last ten years I have focused on putting systems into place that have evolved from the benchmarking of monthly utility performance to more robust energy management platforms. I first heard about Prescriptive Data through a friend of mine that worked there. I then sat on a panel with Sonu and listened to John Gilbert from Rudin talk about the evolution of the Nantum platform. [5:41] Sonu: How did you become CEO of Prescriptive Data and can you tell us more about the product? I have always been in the enterprise software business, when I had my son I started thinking about how I can work in a field that is fundamentally important to the world and what will have an impact, this led me to meeting Rudin Management. Prescriptive Data started as a project within the Rudin Management portfolio, we are now entirely independent. Our original premise was the idea that commercial offices exist to provide productive and comfortable workplaces, a big part of that is indoor air quality and thermal comfort. We used occupancy sensors so we could learn the rhythms of the building and correlate with the technology controlling the air quality in the buildings. This was the beginning of the Nantum OS. [12:33] Becca: Can you talk us through Jamestown's initiatives, what your strategy is and what you're working on at the moment? The Jamestown Green program and the Jamestown Charitable Foundation are ultimately about our efforts to reduce Jamestown's impact on the environment and support the communities where we own property and where we operate.  The Charitable Foundation was established to help host community events that benefit nonprofits. We invest in metropolitan centres and then support the nonprofits that make those cities more desirable places to work. The Jamestown Green program is for sustainability efforts. We look to find management practices and initiatives that help increase our net operating income, drive financial performance at our assets and make our assets more valuable  [16:45] Becca: Are there any other companies that you are piloting on the portfolio that are helping to reduce emissions more specific to ESG?  I've been focused on first just having a system in place, and over the last couple of years focusing more on the quality of the platform and matching specific tech solutions and providers with a specific type of asset. We have partnered with a company called Carbon Lighthouse, they identify energy saving products that the team then implements. They help back up those projections with their energy models and monitor the projects so they stay in place over the long term. [19:22] Sonu: What is the main challenge you face in the industry? Everybody is worried about the geopolitical situation, however I try not to think about it, largely because there is so much momentum around sustainability. I see a more widespread recognition that climate change is real, that achieving carbon neutrality through offsets is not enough and that true science based approaches are what's called for.   L – Touch on the main lessons you have learnt throughout your career. Sonu - The RHINO principle, keep your eye on the prize, there is an impact to be made, we are doing really important work and we must stay focused on it. M - Please give a mention to anyone / product / service. Becca -  I think that part of the reason that I've been successful is because I've been relentless about networking and finding partnerships. R – What has been the most  rewarding  aspect of working in PropTech? Sonu: The fact that we are working on something that is a shared concern and if we resolve it will be a shared benefit. E - What are you excited about in the future of PropTech?  Sonu answered earlier in the show: I'm excited about the transition towards net zero I've witnessed in the last six months. I think it's a great opportunity because people have realised something needs to be done.   Sponsors Launch Your Own Podcast A Podcast Company is the leading podcast production and strategic content company for brands, organisations, institutions, individuals, and entrepreneurs. Our team sets you up with the right strategy, equipment, training, guidance and content to ensure you sound amazing while speaking to your niche audience and networking with your perfect clients. Get in touch hello@apodcastcompany.com

Chris Pyke, Ph.D. is the Senior Vice President for Product for ArcSkoru, Inc. Prior to joining Arc, Dr. Pyke was the Chief Strategy Officer for Aclima, Inc., Chief Operating Officer for GRESB, B.V., Vice President for Research at the US Green Building Council, and a physical scientist with the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency. He is a principal investigator for the Green Health Partnership, a long-term research initiative supported by the Robert Wood Johnson Foundation. Dr. Pyke has served in a number of advisory roles, including as a lead author for the United Nations Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change, chair of the US EPA Chesapeake Bay Program Scientific and Technical Advisory Committee, and co-chair of the U.S. Climate Change Science Program Interagency Working Group on Human Contributions and Responses to Climate Change. Dr. Pyke is on the faculty of the Urban and Regional Planning Program at Georgetown University. He holds a Ph.D. from the University of California, Santa Barbara and a B.S. from the College of William and Mary. Show Highlights The fundamental intersection between land use, the built environment and natural systems.  Questions to ask to grow buildings and cities in a better way.  How to create a career that provides the privilege of working to pay it forward. The gateway to information and the research side of the green building community (GBIG, GRESB, Aclima and USGBC) to see the big picture of the movement. ARC is going to be foundational to what happens next for the Green Building movement. Chris shares amazing ideas and tools that came from a “blank sheet of paper” to benefit projects and people.  The benefits and impact of GRESB, The global real estate sustainability benchmark, on everything you've had an influence on.  Free resources for consultants to get your building scored with a growing list of building performance standards. The three most foundational things to read to bring our movement to scale.  Why green building needs more innovation around all things sustainability. The benefits of understanding and taking the scientific approach.   “One of the reasons I've been successful to the degree that I have at USGBC, is that I came at it as a scientist. I'm trying to ask questions and test them with data. If I had come into USGBC as an architect, as an engineer, as a planner, I would have been locked into a tribe. I think because I wasn't from any of our ‘food groups,' I didn't have a natural affinity to only one of our tribes.” -Chris Pyke Get the episode transcript here!! Chris Pyke Show Resource and Information Linkedin Twitter Green Building Information Gateway-GBIG Malcolm Gladwell | Speaker - TED Diffusion of Innovations Crossing the Chasm The Innovator's Dilemma: The Tipping Point Net Zero by 2050 - A Roadmap for the Global Energy Sector Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community!   If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2022 GBES

Jared Asch is the Partner in Crown Capital in charge of Investor Relations. Jared is a general partner and investor in a 134-unit apartment building in Houston, TX. He has been investing in real estate since 2017 and owns several rental properties in Memphis, TN. In addition to his work with Crown Capital, Jared is the Founder of Capstone Government Affairs. Jared has over two decades of experience in government affairs, politics, procurement, stakeholder engagement, and economic development consulting. Jared has a Master's in Public Administration from American University and a Bachelor of Science from Florida State University. He is LEED AP certified by the US Green Building Council. Jared currently serves the City of Walnut Creek as a Transportation Commissioner, and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. He lives in the San Francisco Bay Area with his wife and three children. In this episode, we talked about: How did Jared's experience working in government relations help him build his multifamily portfolio? Handling the difficulties of his first real estate deals The importance of integrity in business. Fostering long-term and good relationships with investors. Benefits of passive investing and multifamily syndication. What is a miracle morning routine? How it is helping Jared stay energized and focused. What is the role of faith and spirituality and how does it play an important role in his personal and business life? Using other platforms and CRM to grow your business. Recommended books for mindset and success. To connect with Jared Asch, please visit: ➡️Website:

Ben Evans, Federal Legislative Director for the US Green Building Council shares his insights into why the green building movement is critical to mitigating the climate crisis, the increasing demand from investors and consumers and the importance of green building affordability and equity for all. 

Great green stocks and healthy health stocks found in these articles: “Ten Green Stocks I expect to do well over the next year”; “Top Health Care Stocks To Buy Right Now? 4 To Watch”; “Top 5 Companies That Pledged To Go Carbon Neutrality”; and “Best Stocks To Buy Now? 4 Renewable Stocks For Your List.” Podcast: Great Green Stocks Transcript & Links, Episode 87, July 15, 2022 Hello, Ron Robins here. Welcome to my podcast episode 87 published on July 15, 2022, titled “Great Green Stocks” — and presented by Investing for the Soul. Investingforthesoul.com is your site for vital global ethical and sustainable investing mentoring, news, commentary, information, and resources. Remember that you can find a full transcript, and links to content – including stock symbols, quotes, and bonus material – at this episode's podcast page located at investingforthesoul.com/podcasts. Now if any terms are unfamiliar to you, simply Google them. Also, just a reminder. I do not evaluate any of the stocks or funds mentioned in these podcasts, nor do I receive any compensation from anyone covered in these podcasts. Furthermore, I will reveal to you any personal investments I have in the investments mentioned herein. ------------------------------------------------------------- 1. Great Green Stocks This first article is titled Ten Green Stocks I expect to do well over the next year by Tom Konrad. It appeared on altenergystocks.com. I've covered Mr. Konrad's picks before, so this is an update. His picks are followed by brief comments on each one. “1) MiX Telematics (NASD: MIXT) A provider of vehicle tracking and telematics to large international vehicle fleets.  The company is green because it both reduces accidents and fuel usage for its customers. 2) Valeo, SA (FR.PA or US ADR: VLEEY or US foreign stock ticker: VLEEF) A provider of electrified drive trains, sensors, and comfort systems for the automotive industry. 3) NFI Industries (NFI.TO C$13.39 or US foreign stock ticker: NFYEF) A leading international bus and motorcoach manufacturer selling a large and growing number of electrified vehicles. 4) Rockwool A/S (ROCK-B.CO and ROCK-A.CO or US foreign stock ticker: RKWBF) A manufacturer of fire and mold resistant building insulation. 5) Hannon Armstrong Sustainable Infrastructure (NASD: HASI) A financier of solar, wind, biogas, and energy efficiency installations. 6) Veolia (VIE.PA or US ADR: VEOEY or US foreign stock ticker: VEOEF) A large international developer and operator of municipal infrastructure such as water, wastewater, recycling, and environmental remediation. 7) Enviva, Inc (EVA) A vertically integrated wood pellet supplier to European and Japanese markets, where they mostly displace coal in electricity generation. 8) Umicore, SA (UMI.BR or US ADR: UMICY or US foreign stock ticker: UMICF) A vertically integrated recycler of hard-to-recycle and specialty metals used in clean energy industries such as batteries, solar, wind, and catalytic converters. 9) Avangrid (NYSE: AGR) One of the top producers and developers of renewable electricity in the United States.   10) Atlantica Sustainable Infrastructure (NASD: AY) An international owner and developer of renewable energy, efficient natural gas, electric transmission line and water assets.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 2. Great Green Stocks This next article recommends some leading health care stocks. Many ESG portfolios contain the healthcare stocks in this article titled Top Health Care Stocks To Buy Right Now? 4 To Watch by Joe Samuel at StockMarket.com. Here are some quotes by Mr. Samuel on each one. Quote. “1) Vertex Pharmaceuticals Incorporated (NASDAQ: VRTX) This is a company that focuses on the development of medicines… for the underlying cause of cystic fibrosis (CF)… Vertex also has a pipeline of investigational therapies in other serious diseases… This includes sickle cell disease, type 1 diabetes, pain, beta-thalassemia, and more… The company announced earlier this week that the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) has lifted the clinical hold placed on its Phase 1/2 clinical trial of VX-880. The drug is an investigational stem cell-derived, fully differentiated pancreatic islet cell replacement therapy for people with type 1 diabetes.  Furthermore, Vertex also signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with the pan-Canadian Pharmaceutical Alliance (pCPA)… Not only is this a huge milestone for the company, but this new recommendation will be a huge boost for all people living with CF in Canada. So, would you consider Vertex Pharmaceuticals stock as a top health care stock to buy? 2) Novavax (NASDAQ: NVAX) This is a biotech company that specializes in developing vaccines to treat infectious diseases… the company's portfolio consists of vaccines for Ebola, influenza, and respiratory syncytial virus among other emerging infectious illnesses… the company is actively working on a coronavirus vaccine. Novavax stock is among the most bullish stocks in the health care sector today… The latest (development) that contributed to its momentum (is) its Nuvaxovid COVID-19 vaccine… the European Commission gave the green light for conditional marketing authorization of the vaccine in the European Union for adolescents aged 12 through 17… Keeping this in mind, would you consider jumping on the Novavax stock bandwagon?  3) Adaptive Biotechnologies (NASDAQ: ADPT) Similar to Novavax, Adaptive Biotechnologies is a company that has been quietly building momentum recently. For those unaware, it is a commercial-stage company that focuses on the human adaptive immune system to develop the diagnosis and treatment of diseases… For now, the company's commercial research products include immunoSEQ and immunoSEQ T-MAP… In June, the company launched the T-Detect™ Lyme. This is a test… that will identify… Lyme disease… With that in mind, should investors keep a closer tab on Adaptive Biotechnologies stock?  4) Beam Therapeutics (NASDAQ: BEAM) Is a biotech company that focuses on precision genetic medicines based on its base editing technology… Therefore, it would not be surprising if investors will be paying more attention to BEAM stock moving forward… Recently, it appears that the company has entered into an amended and restated collaboration and license agreement with Verve Therapeutics (NASDAQ: VERV). Under the amendment, Beam granted Verve a license toward an additional liver-mediated cardiovascular disease target… Overall, these new amendments appear to be a positive development. Having said that, does BEAM stock have a spot on your watchlist?” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 3. Great Green Stocks Now, do you want to invest in the Top 5 Companies That Pledged To Go Carbon Neutrality -- and yes, that's the title of this next article! It's by Samiya Saeed. It's found on inventiva.co.in. Here are a few quotes from Ms. Saeed on each company. “1) GOOGLE (GOOG) In 2017, Google became the first company to meet 100% of its yearly worldwide electricity needs with renewable energy… it has promised to decarbonize its electricity supply and run-on carbon-free energy seven days a week, 24 hours a day, by 2030. 2) Apple (AAPL) By 2030, Apple's entire business, manufacturing supply chain, and product life cycle would all be carbon neutral, the company announced in July 2020. According to the company, nearly 70 suppliers have committed to using only renewable energy in their manufacturing processes… The company also said in March that the 2022 iPhone SE would be the first device to use its carbon-free aluminum smelting technology. The 16-inch MacBook Pro is likewise manufactured with low-carbon aluminum. Apple is also spending money on afforestation and other environmentally friendly methods to sequester carbon. 3) INTEL (INTC) Intel, has made a commitment to becoming carbon neutral by 2040 as well as to increase energy efficiency and lessen the carbon impact of its platforms and products… The corporation aims to use solely renewable energy in all of its international operations by that time. Intel will invest $300 million in energy-saving measures at its facilities, saving a total of 4 billion kilowatt-hours. Additionally, the company will build new buildings that meet the requirements of the US Green Building Council's LEED program in Europe, Asia, and the United States. 4) MICROSOFT (MSFT) Microsoft has committed to becoming carbon neutral by 2030. The company also claims that by 2025, it will have either directly or indirectly eliminated from the environment all of the carbon it has released into the atmosphere since its foundation in 1975. To hasten the global development of carbon reduction, capture, and removal technologies, it has established a $1 billion climate innovation fund. 5) IBM (IBM) IBM stated in February that it would have zero net greenhouse gas emissions by 2030.” End quotes. ------------------------------------------------------------- 4. Great Green Stocks Now we return to renewable energy stocks with this article titled Best Stocks To Buy Now? 4 Renewable Stocks For Your List by Jonathan Phillip from StockMarket.com. Here's some of what Mr. Phillip says about his picks. “1) Clearway Energy (NYSE: CWEN) The company is one of the country's largest renewable energy owners. Impressively, the company has over 5,000 net megawatts (MW) of installed wind and solar generation projects… Its 7,500 net MW of assets also include approximately 2,500 net MW of environmentally sound, highly efficient natural gas generation facilities… Last week, the company announced that it has entered into an agreement with Capistrano Wind Partners to acquire its operating wind projects… these wind projects would be a perfect fit for Clearway's current portfolio… The acquisition… should boost Clearway's financials from 2023. Given this acquisition, should you invest in Clearway stock? 2) JinkoSolar (NYSE: JKS) One out of every ten solar modules in the world is produced by JinkoSolar. Since the start of the year, JinkoSolar stock has risen nearly 40% in price. Earlier this month, JinkoSolar kicked off the construction of its latest n-type solar cell and module production plant in Jianshan in China. On this site, the company will produce 11 gigawatts (GW) of n-type cells with an average efficiency of 25%. This would mean that JinkoSolar could be the world's first 10 GW-scale factory to mass-produce solar cells of above 25% efficiency… With JinkoSolar making these advancements, should you keep an eye out for JKS stock? 3) First Solar (NASDAQ: FSLR) The company engages in the manufacture of solar panels and utility-scale photovoltaic (PV) power plants. Besides that, it is a global provider of sustainably produced eco-efficient solar modules. The company's advanced thin-film photovoltaic (PV) modules represent the next generation of solar technologies… Last week, the company inked an agreement to supply 2 GW of its solar modules to National Grid Renewables (NGR), further strengthening its partnership with the company… Through this, it would seem that First Solar's long-standing relationship with National Grid Renewables exemplifies the capabilities of its products. Therefore, should you add First Solar stock to your portfolio? 4) NextEra Energy (NYSE: NEE) It is a renewable energy company that owns the largest rate-regulated electric utility in the U.S., Florida Power & Light Company (FPL)… (which) serves more than 11 million residents across Florida with clean, reliable, and affordable electricity. It also owns a competitive clean energy business, NextEra Energy Resources (NEER)… one of the largest generators of renewable energy from the wind and sun and a world leader in battery storage… The renewable energy giant announced that it will be purchasing the wastewater system of Towamencin Township in Montgomery County, Philadelphia… NextEra's management recently increased its earnings per share expectations for the 2022 to 2025 period… Considering the news, is NextEra Energy stock worth watching?” End quotes. Incidentally, JinkoSolar is still accused by some of employing forced labor. ------------------------------------------------------------- Other Honorable Mentions – not in any order, links on this podcast's webpage 1) Title ETFs for investors willing to ride out the volatility in the clean energy sector - theglobeandmail.com. By Joel Schlesinger. 2) Title DividendChannel: Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock - VerizonPR (5.0% Yield) on coinsobserver.com. 3) Title Schlumberger a Top Socially Responsible Dividend Stock With 2.1% Yield (SLB) on nasdaq.com. By BNK Invest. 4) Title 5 Best Robo-Advisors for Socially Responsible Investing – CEO Money on wfn1.com. By Barbara Friedberg. 5) Title This Solar Stock Continues To Rise As Consumers Seek Alternative Energy in Investor's Business Daily at investors.com. By Michael Molinsky. Plus an article for UK investors — again link on this podcast's webpage Title Want to invest ethically and cheaply? Find a responsible tracker fund on thisismoney.co.uk. By Tanya Jeffries. ------------------------------------------------------------- Ending Comment Well, these are my top news stories with their stock and fund tips -- for this podcast: “Great Green Stocks.” To get all the links, and stock symbols, or to read the transcript of this podcast -- and more -- go to investingforthesoul.com/podcasts and scroll down to this episode. Also, be sure to click the like and subscribe buttons in Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, or wherever you download or listen to this podcast. And please click the share buttons to share this podcast with your friends and family. Let's promote ethical and sustainable investing as a force for hope in these deeply troubled times! Contact me if you have any questions. Thank you for listening. Talk to you next on July 29. Bye for now. © 2022 Ron Robins, Investing for the Soul

Bill Reed  works with the Regenesis group  which focuses on a living system design process. Bill is an internationally recognized architect and consultant working in sustainability and regeneration. Bill is also a founding member of the US Green Building Council and co-founder of the LEED Green building Rating System."Regenerating Life" completes Season 1 of ALIVE.Enjoy current episodes while we prepare Season 2 with lots of storytelling!  Find @credko on Twitter.  See  alivepodcast.netGlen Hope Road 8, field recording by Douglas TallamyTheme music created by Tim Moor. Source: https://soundcloud.com/tymur-khakimov Support the show

An interaction with Mili Majumdar, US Green Building Council Hello and Welcome to DH Radio. Can Green / Net Zero buildings help tackle carbon emissions and climate change? To understand the concept, DH Radio's Amrit Kaur Janagal speaks to Mili Majumdar, Managing Director of Green Business Certification Institute India and Senior Vice-President, US Green Building Council. Listen in...

As we highlight another “Great Place to Work,” we are joined by a repeat guest on the podcast. He is using metrics with his team members and implementing the principles he has learned to recruit and retain A-players for his business. Along with the normal business challenges, he is seeing success and big changes since working with us at Tap the Potential over the past year.  Rob Minnick is CEO and president of Minnicks, Inc. and Minnick Training Center. He has 39 years of experience in the heating and air conditioning field, especially in mechanical design and building performance for owners. Rob decided to concentrate on the family business because he loves what he does, it allows him to meet people, and he enjoys a challenge. Rob earned his certifications from the State of Maryland Air Conditioning Contractors of America, Building Performance Institute, Residential Energy Service Network, US Green Building Council, and National Comfort Institute.  In addition to his heating and air conditioning work, Rob is active in many associations. He lives with his wife, Dawn, in Burtonsville, Maryland, and they have three children, one granddaughter, and a dog. When not working, Rob likes to spend time with his family, play the drums, travel, and play golf.  Join us to learn how Rob is putting systems and metrics in place to hire A-players and create a work environment where they want to stay! Profit by Design is a Tap the Potential Production in collaboration with Small Business Consulting Group.   Show Highlights: Highlights of Rob's wins and successes over the past year How Rob supports his team in reaching the goal of getting 150 hours of training for 2022 What makes an A-player? (A REAL one–not just someone who presents themselves to be one in the interview process!) How Rob has faced his biggest challenge with employees that had to be let go, reducing his workforce by about half during 2021 How Rob has had to step into new roles and responsibilities because of his low staff numbers How Rob is making his business stronger through his interview process and marketing  How Rob's Pumpkin Planning is helping him differentiate his business and stop competing on price COVID consequences: The struggle to find technicians and create a payment plan that works How Rob is using what he has learned through How to Hire the Best and The Game of Work by Charles A. Coonradt Words of wisdom about Rob's immutable laws and how he uses them in the interview process How Rob is implementing what he's learned to create an environment where A-players want to work Connect with Rob: Minnicks and Facebook   Books mentioned in this episode: Built to Last by Jerry I. Porras and Jim Collins Who: The A Method for Hiring by Geoff Smart and Randy Street The Game of Work by Charles A. Coonradt How to Hire the Best by Sabrina Starling, PhD Links and Resources:   Learn more about the next How to Hire the Best course. It starts in April! New! Now Available!! The 4 Week Vacation book with bonuses! Download Dr. Sabrina's Introductory Training: How to Make Your Time Worth $10,000 an Hour Join Dr. Sabrina in our Entrepreneurs Take Your Live Back! Community  

Here's today's Home Improvement News Fix. Top stories include the growing furniture industry, how indoor air quality affects workers, and safely treating dog allergies.  In Business News According to a report from Allied Market Research, the global furniture industry was estimated at $556.36 billion in 2020. Further, the furniture industry is anticipated to reach $877.43 billion by 2031.  While there are market constraints for the supply chain currently, there are changes occurring in the furniture market. In summary, experts expect growth based on the development of eco-friendly raw materials, E-commerce, and an increase in disposable income. In Planet News Sustainable buildings increase productivity. The US Green Building Council reports that a body of research estimated worker productivity gains ranging from 2 to 10 percent with better indoor air quality.  And, healthier buildings are associated with 1.6 fewer sick days each year, according to research. That might not sound like a lot per person, but it's a lot when we consider the number of employees at a large company.  Did You Know? Zyrtec-D is harmful to dogs. Since it contains the active ingredient pseudo-ephedrine, which can cause high blood pressure, seizures, and even death.  Veterinarians deem Standard Zyrtec safe when administered appropriately. But, dogs don't usually have allergies to things they ingest. Instead, most dog allergies are contact-based. So an oatmeal bath may be the best way to treat your pup.

Community.  Gentrification.  Generational wealth.  Low status.  Brain drain.  When you read those terms, what comes to mind for you?  If you know what those words mean, have you thought about how they play out in your own neighborhoods?  Because even if you haven't seen these dynamics at play yourself, they are definitely happening where you live.  And we're going to tell you why that matters - not only to you but to the future of your neighborhoods and communities, regardless of whether you're in a big city or a small town.   Today we are so fortunate to be able to sit down with Majora Carter and discuss her new book, Reclaiming Your Community.  She not only talks to us about all of those terms we mentioned but also about the non-profit industrial complex - which, if you've ever supported or are part of a non-profit, you want to understand - and poverty level economic maintenance, which may be one of those things you saw but didn't understand until it's pointed out to you.  So get ready to think more broadly about the communities you know in ways that you never expected.   What to listen for: The role that “well-meaning” non-profits play in low-status (to be differentiated from low-income!) communities Understanding poverty-level economic maintenance - you know it when you see it Envisioning a world where reinvestment in the community can lead to talent-retention in low-status communities - a powerful alternative to gentrification  Getting comfortable with being uncomfortable   About the author:  MAJORA CARTER is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow, and Peabody Award-winning broadcaster. She is responsible for the creation and successful implementation of numerous economic developments, technology & green infrastructure projects, policies, and job training & placement systems. Carter applies her corporate consulting practice focused on talent-retention to reduce Brain Drain in American low-status communities. She has firsthand experience pioneering sustainable economic development in one of America's most storied low-status communities: the South Bronx. Majora is quoted on the walls of the Smithsonian Museum of African-American History and Culture in DC: "Nobody should have to move out of their neighborhood to live in a better one”. She has served on the boards of the US Green Building Council, Ceres, The Wilderness Society, and the Andrew Goodman Foundation. Carter has helped connect tech industry pioneers such as Etsy, Gust, FreshDirect, Google, and Cisco to diverse communities at all levels.   Website: http://www.majoracartergroup.com/ LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/majora-carter-8649529/ Insta: https://www.instagram.com/majoracarter/?hl=en Twitter: https://twitter.com/majoracarter  

While ESG has been a hot topic in Europe for quite some time, more and more business leaders are starting to tune in here in the United States. ESG, which stands for  “Environmental, Social, Governance,”  represents a lens that investors are using to examine business health and risk management as they make decisions about where to invest. Joining us to dig into this important topic are Kelly Worden from the US Green Building Council, and Phillipe Bernier, Vice President of Strategy, Operations, and Sustainability for JLL Canada. Hosted by:Jennifer Stukenberg, Principal at BWBRGuests:Kelly Worden, Public Health and Sustainability Researcher at USGBCPhillipe Bernier, Vice President of Strategy, Operations, and Sustainability at JLL CanadaMusic provided by artlist.ioSiberian Summer by Sunny FruitDuDa by Ian Post

Sunni and Lisa are joined by Majora Carter who talks about her book, Reclaiming Your Community: You Don't Have to Move out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better One.Majora Carter is a real estate developer, urban revitalization strategy consultant, MacArthur Fellow and Peabody Award winning broadcaster. She is responsible for the creation and successful implementation of numerous economic developments, technology & green-infrastructure projects, policies and job training & placement systems.Carter applies her corporate consulting practice focused on talent-retention to reducing Brain Drain in American low-status communities. She has firsthand experience pioneering sustainable economic development in one of America's most storied low-status communities: the South Bronx. She and her teams develop vision, strategies and the type of development that transforms low-status communities into thriving mixed-use local economies. Her approach harnesses capital flows resulting from American re-urbanization to help increase wealth building opportunities across demographics left out of all historic financial tide changes. Majora's work produces long term fiscal benefits for governments, residents, and private real estate developments throughout North America. In 2017, she launched the Boogie Down Grind, a Hip Hop themed speciality coffee & craft beer spot, and the first commercial “3rd Space” in the Hunts Point sectionof the South Bronx since the mid-1980s. This venture also provides a rare opportunity for local families to invest through SEC approved online investment platforms. Majora is quoted on the walls of the Smithsonian Museum of African-American History and Culture in DC:"Nobody should have to move out of their neighborhood to live in a better one”.Her ability to shepherd projects through seemingly conflicted socio-economic currents has garnered her 8 honorary PhD's and awards such as: 100 Most Intriguing Entrepreneurs by Goldman Sachs, Silicon Alley 100 by Business Insider, Liberty Medal for Lifetime Achievement by News Corp, and other honors from the National Building Museum, International Interior Design Association, Center for American Progress, as well as her TEDtalk (one of six to launch that site in 2006).She has served on the boards of the US Green Building Council, Ceres, The Wilderness Society, and the Andrew Goodman Foundation. Majora was born, raised and continues to live in the South Bronx. She is a graduate of the Bronx High School of Science (1984), Wesleyan University (1988 BA, Distinguished Alum) and New York University (MFA). After establishing Sustainable South Bronx (2001) and Green For All (2007), among other organizations, she opened this private consulting firm (2008) - which was named Best for the World by B-Corp in 2014.While at Sustainable South Bronx, Carter deployed MIT's first ever Mobile Fab-Lab (digital fabrication laboratory) to the South Bronx - where it served as an early iteration of the “Maker-Spaces” found elsewhere today. The project drew residents and visitors together for guided and creative collaborations. In addition, Majora Carter launched StartUp Box, a ground-breaking tech social enterprise that provided entry-level tech jobs in the South Bronx, operating it from 2014-2018. Majora Carter has helped connect tech industry pioneers such as Etsy, Gust, FreshDirect, Google, and Cisco to diverse communities at all levels.BOOK DESCRIPTION: Reclaiming Your Community: You Don't Have to Move out of Your Neighborhood to Live in a Better OneHow can we solve the problem of persistent poverty in low-status communities? Majora Carter argues that these areas need a talent-retention strategy, just like the ones companies have. Retaining homegrown talent is a critical part of creating a strong local economy that can resist gentrification. But too

What does it mean to buy green? There are no standard definitions for the words used to describe green products, so we sometimes tend to confuse products that sound green or claim to be green with those that truly are sustainable and environmentally friendly.  Some companies intentionally use words like natural or eco-friendly as a marketing ploy to imply that their products are better for you and the environment than they may actually be. That is known as greenwashing. Unfortunately, many companies that greenwash their products spend a lot more time and money on marketing than on becoming more sustainable and ecologically friendly.  I am Marla, the Green Home Coach. Today, I am pulling a podcast out of the archives in which Tony Pratte, my regular co-host, and I dive into the concept of greenwashing. In our conversation, we explain what you can do get above and beyond greenwashing, take action, and do better. We focus on green labels for the home and explain how they can work for you. Green labels for the home cover everything from energy efficiency to water efficiency to resource efficiency to toxin-free products and recycled materials. Stay tuned for more! Green Guides Greenwashing has been going on for a couple of decades now. Lately, people have been getting more concerned about it. Due to the current uncertainty surrounding the environmental and eco-friendly claims that companies have been making, the Federal Trade Commission has created green guides to help ensure that marketing claims regarding the environmental attributes of products are substantiated and truthful.  Wise up to greenwashing We all need to wise up to greenwashing and realize that we vote with our dollars. Many of us base our purchasing decisions on the performance, sustainability, and culture of the companies we buy from. So we are usually willing to pay a moderate premium for products made by people and companies authentically committed to being better environmental and health stewards. Green labels A lot of research goes into figuring out if products are what they claim to be. Green labels prove that research has been done on products by a green label-certified independent third party. Green labels give us guidelines to ensure that the products we buy will protect us, our families, and our fellow human beings. If the third party did not exist, anyone would be able to do or say whatever they wanted about any product. Green labels give us the peace of mind that comes from knowing we are using something better. Greenwashing The term greenwashing got coined about ten years ago. It gets used when someone thinks or hopes, rather than knows, that a product is green. It is nothing more than marketing hype or the misdirection of consumers because, although something gets claimed to be good for the environment, in reality, that may or may not be so.   The FCC and greenwashing The FCC (Federal Communications Commission) has put out rules about what you may say and claims you may make about a product. There is also a standard code of ethics for marketers, and the American Marketing Association has specific rules that forbid marketers from making any unsubstantiated claims. Using 'green' terms Many people- even those in the home-building industry, do not understand fully what green terms mean. Nor do they understand their value. And they often do not even know how to use the terms correctly. So they tend to throw them around loosely, without understanding the consequences or the ramifications that are sure to follow. For example, a home that has Energy Star-certified, energy-efficient windows cannot be described as an energy-efficient home simply because it has an energy-efficient feature in it. No real meaning Some terms have no real meaning to the FCC, like natural, which is often used to describe food and personal care products.  Specific rules There are some specific rules for using the word 'organic' to describe products.  The goal of green labels  Green labels exist to give people something tangible, and reliable parameters around a particular characteristic. They help us to understand more about what we are buying.  Having peace-of-mind around energy-efficiency  Lately, many companies are doing things that are more sustainably-minded. There are multiple levels on which we can choose to engage with the companies that are doing things better.  Guidelines Green labels give us all the necessary guidelines to ensure that we are doing something impactful that will protect our families, ourselves, and fellow human beings without doing all the research.  Everyday Green Home Shop To help you, I have started putting a lot of products in my Everyday Green Home shop that have green labels. For the products that do not have green labels, I go through the vetting process I learned from the Green Building Standard to ensure that they meet the requirements needed for a Green Home Certification. For the personal care products in my shop, I refer to the Environmental Working Group. Taking small steps You can green your entire home, taking one small step at a time. Some steps to take in that direction are: Energy Star - It covers 1000s of quality products including complete home certification. Choose these products when you decide to upgrade or change anything electrical in your home. Water Sense - It covers, for water, much the same as Energy Star does for energy. Choose these products when it is time to upgrade or replace your washing machine, dishwasher, faucets, showerheads, or plumbing fixtures. Green Guard - This certification tells you that a product, usually for woodwork or cleaning, has fewer toxins in it, and it meets California's requirements for air quality. Start taking control of the quality of the air you let into the house.  Cradle To Cradle is a new energy-saving concept for both products and processes. It is an efficient way to use resources.    How green labels apply in other parts of our life and for homes The US Green Building Council has LEED (Leadership, Energy, and Environmental Design). It is available for homes. There is also the National Green Building Standard, the National Association of Home Builders (NAHB), and local and regional green building standards, like Green Build Texas, Green Build Washington, and Earthcraft Homes in the South-East. There are also energy-efficient only certifications, like Energy Star, for homes and new homes. Home Energy Ratings Score (HERS) is a home energy ratings score index or a scale of energy efficiency which assesses the energy usage and relates it to an existing home.  Sustainability is about more than just the products Sustainability is about society and living standards. It is about how people get treated and the wages they are paid.    Referral links: My website Green Home Coach 1-https://greenhomecoach.com/shop/  Everyday Green Home shop for curated better and green products (link words "Everyday Green Home Shop") 2-Green Guard products on Amazon (needs my affiliate added in) https://www.amazon.com/s?k=greenguard&rh=p_n_cpf_eligible%3A21512497011&dc&crid=DO9J421RCZB3&qid=1644108145&rnid=21512496011&sprefix=green+guard%2Caps%2C257&ref=a9_sc_1 3-Signposts for Better Product Choices with Green Labels https://greenhomecoach.com/the-truth-about-green-product-labels/ 4-The Truth About Green Product Labels https://greenhomecoach.com/the-truth-about-green-product-labels/ 5-EPA Buying Green for Consumers https://www.epa.gov/greenerproducts/buying-green-consumers 6-A Guide to Greenwashing and How to Spot it from EcoWatch https://www.ecowatch.com/greenwashing-guide-2655331542.html 7-FTC Green Guides https://www.ftc.gov/sites/default/files/documents/federal_register_notices/guides-use-environmental-marketing-claims-green-guides/greenguidesfrn.pdf 8- Energy Star  www.energystar.gov  9-The Environmental Working Group - https://www.ewg.org/   "This post may contain affiliate links for your convenience. 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We all care about the health of our family and friends and want them to live in a safe and healthy environment. A few years ago, The US Green Building Council created a movement, campaign, and toolkit called the Living Well Standard, which published a message that still stands true today. It spells out how much it matters that the places we live, work, and play should not hurt us but protect us and enrich our lives in a sustainable way. That should be a standard that we can all expect and enjoy, rather than a luxury or a privilege.  Environmentalism is all about people and living well. But that tends to get lost amid all the advocating, politics, and policies. That is why I am all about action because words do not mean much until we get in there and do something! I am Marla, the Green Home Coach. Today, I am pulling a show out of the archives in which I have a great conversation with my co-host, Tony Pratte, and we share a lot more detail about the Living Well Standard and toolkit. We discuss how the Living Well Standard helps people help themselves, each other, and the environment. We also talk about the action we can take, as individuals, to make a difference.  What we do matters, and every little bit adds up! Stay tuned for more! The Living Standard The Living Standard, released by the US Green Building Council, is all about people. It is a dialogue to help people understand more about green living and sustainability.  The Living Standard is a toolkit  The Living Standard is a toolkit designed to help us improve our conversations about what we can do to live a green and sustainable lifestyle. Small things count If you can picture a billion people making small changes, you will see that it ultimately adds up to a billion small changes happening all over the planet. So, if you make even a small and incremental change in your life, you will not have to worry about the big environmental problem. A big conversation Talking about the environment is a big conversation because there is a lot that we need to understand. Unfortunately, many people tend to have problems when they talk about the environment because they become consumed with the big picture. What we need to understand We need to realize that everyone looks at things a little differently, and there are certain things about which we will not always agree. That, however, will make no difference to the kinds of small, common-sense changes that we all can make.   There is always something you can do. There is always something you can do to be part of the solution and change things for the better. Sometimes, we can become overwhelmed with everything we need to do to green our homes. It helps to know that whatever we do on a small scale will ultimately also work on a bigger scale because, even if it is something small, it will still move the needle.  The US Green Building Advocacy Committee A while ago, the Missouri Gateway Chapter of the US Green Building Council asked Tony to be on their advocacy committee. Why the Living Standard was released The Living Standard was created to move the environmental conversation away from jargonized, scientific, builder-speak towards a more common language that can easily be understood by everyone.  A non-confrontational conversation A conversation about sustainability and greening the environment does not have to be confrontational.   The goal of this podcast The goal of this podcast is to have heartfelt conversations and keep politics out of the way.  How to have the right kind of conversation and take it to even more people We need to speak to more people who live outside of our community. We also need to use inclusive language and powerful images to help everyone feel that they can take the action that is needed daily to create a sustainable environment for all.  It's all about a choice It's all about the choice you make. You can choose to take a small, incremental step now that will make a big impact later on. The top three things you can do to make meaningful small changes in your home Use only LED lightbulbs Use green cleaning products Use recycled toilet paper Referral Links: My website Green Home Coach Book: Living Green Effortlessly Learn how to make your home healthier for you and our world in my Love Your Everyday Green Home Facebook group Instagram & Facebook: @greenhomecoach Everyday Green Home Shop for curated better and green products The Living Standard Tool Kit The Living Standard Campaign The Standard Issue Report Are you interested in making your next home a healthy, eco-friendly one? 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Passive House Podcast cohost Zack Semke interviews Sy Safi, founder of Louisville, Kentucky-based design/build company, Ubergreen Spaces + Homes. Sy has been a leader in green building and design for well over a decade. In 2012 he created My Green Kentucky Home, a model home that is Kentucky's first Net Zero Energy, Net Zero Water home certified LEED Platinum by the US Green Building Council. Since then, he's adopted the most stringent third-party programs in the Living Building Challenge, Passive House and the WELL Building Standard, while becoming a Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home Partner, a Certified Passive House Consultant, Certified Passive House Builder and WELL Accredited Professional. In this interview, Sy talks about how he melds Passive House with WELL and Living Building Challenge in his work, and shares about a new, ambitious development project he's spearheading.

This is part 3 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable energy projects and is LEED AP from the US Green Building Council and he also owns several investment properties in the Southeast.    With him is Sid Shamim who is the Founder and CEO of Headway Capital Multifamily (HCMF) & Headway Property Management (HPM). His company owns and manages multiple multifamily assets in Houston's key areas. Prior to finding his niche in commercial real estate, he had a decade worth of work experience in corporate oil and gas companies. Sid has over 10 years of experience in commercial real estate investment and his core team combined possess 100+ years of experience in real estate management. His expertise lies in strategic planning, business development, expansion and integration.   Make sure to tune in until the end of this episode as we talk about reducing expenses, the role of property management groups, and offering technology packages. Listen in!  [00:01 - 09:39] Due Diligence for Providing Better Means of Living  Corner-cutting horror stories in multifamily units Good property management teams provide solutions  Building to fair extreme weather [09:40 - 16:14] Decreasing Expenses  Negotiating expense management with lenders  Learning from those who have more experience than us  [16:15 -21:11] Troubleshooting Maintenance Issues Water conservation rules and techniques  Preventing disasters is better than fixing disasters     [21:12 -24:51] Closing Segment  Final words from Jared Ash and Sid Shamim Connect with my guests using the links below!  Tweetable Quotes:   “Those Mom and Pops, they've got a level of experience that you're likely not going to have unless you've been doing this for a long time.” - Angel Williams    “For a new operator in the multifamily space, I would make sure that you have all of the elements in place as part of your partnership team between when you have an LOI accepted and when you sign the agreement.”  - Jared Ash      Connect with Sid and Jared on LinkedIn!  LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.

This is part 2 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable energy projects and is LEED AP from the US Green Building Council and he also owns several investment properties in the Southeast.    With him is Sid Shamim who is the Founder and CEO of Headway Capital Multifamily (HCMF) & Headway Property Management (HPM). His company owns and manages multiple multifamily assets in Houston's key areas. Prior to finding his niche in commercial real estate, he had a decade worth of work experience in corporate oil and gas companies. Sid has over 10 years of experience in commercial real estate investment and his core team combined possess 100+ years of experience in real estate management. His expertise lies in strategic planning, business development, expansion and integration.   Make sure to tune in until the end of this episode as we talk about reducing expenses, the role of property management groups, and offering technology packages. Listen in! [00:01 - 04:42] Reducing Expenses Some properties have minimal rent growth  Importance of knowing if there is a hairline change to your business  The importance of the management on the ground [04:43 - 10:57] Property Management Groups Buying Property  Thoughts on selling something you don't believe in  Property managers are knowledgeable about the market  Incentivizing property management companies  [10:58 -24:14] What's Included in a Technology Package  Inclusions of a technology package How to work with providers  Majority of the market is a younger age group  Tweetable Quotes:   “You can't operate under the basis of people being afraid.” - Sid Shamim     Connect with Sid and Jared on LinkedIn!  LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.

This is part 1 of my conversation with Jared Asch and Sid Shamim. Jared is the President and CEO of Firework Investments. Jared has worked for more than 20 years in public affairs and political consulting. He is a member of the Walnut Creek, California Transit Commission and he is on the Board of Advisors to the Contra Costa County Transit Agency. Jared has developed more than 218 MW of renewable energy projects and is LEED AP from the US Green Building Council and he also owns several investment properties in the Southeast.    With him is Sid Shamim who is the Founder and CEO of Headway Capital Multifamily (HCMF) & Headway Property Management (HPM). His company owns and manages multiple multifamily assets in Houston's key areas. Prior to finding his niche in commercial real estate, he had a decade worth of work experience in corporate oil and gas companies. Sid has over 10 years of experience in commercial real estate investment and his core team combined possess 100+ years of experience in real estate management. His expertise lies in strategic planning, business development, expansion and integration.   Listen in on this episode as we talk about increasing prices and the value of properties in 3 to 5 years. Jared and Sid shares with us ways on how it is important to get your numbers right to avoid stretchers and get the value for your investment. Listen in! [00:01 - 08:25] Opening Segment I introduce our guests for today Jared shares about his background Sid shares about his background  [08:26 - 21:40] Things to look for in a deal to avoid stretching  Buying and holding instead of flipping houses Getting into B class properties in A class neighborhoods Successful stretchers is good for the location  How the Eviction Moratorium is putting brakes on the prices Must consider the right strategies and making the numbers work for you  Prices to be so far outpacing with inflation  Look for existing cash flow  [21:41 -24:14] Closing Segment  Acknowledging that there are two sides to it  Importance of having good third party management  Connect with Jared and Sid through the link below Final words  Tweetable Quotes:   “I'm not going to bet on forced depreciation and the market just continuing to go up at the rate it is climbing for the next three to five years, that's not a good strategy you need to have the numbers to work for you.” - Jared Assh    “At the end of day, it's just how you can manage your chances.” - Sid Shamim     Connect with Sid and Jared on LinkedIn!  LEAVE A REVIEW + help someone who wants to explode their business growth by sharing this episode. Are you confused about where to start? Join our community and learn more about real estate investing. Head over to our Facebook Page, Youtube Channel, or website https://www.theacademypresents.com/jointhesummit36848306. Connect with Lorren Capital, LLC. for syndicated multifamily investments, https://lorrencapital.com/. To learn more about me, visit my LinkedIn profile, and connect with me.

LeAnne Harvey and Marjorie Alexander are LEED Green Associate and Education/Engagement Manager respectively of Green Building United, a chapter of the US Green Building Council which convenes building industry and sustainability professionals with an interest in improving the built environment. They discuss the need for green buildings, the challenges and trends of transitioning to green buildings, and policy implications. Planet Philadelphia, is a radio show about our shared environment 4-5:00 PM ET the first and third Fridays each month on 92.9 FM WGGT-LP & http://gtownradio.com. For more information go to: www.planetphiladelphia.com| @planetphila --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/message Support this podcast: https://anchor.fm/kay-wood9/support

In this episode of Smart Energy Voices, host John Failla is joined by Chris Castro, Director of Sustainability & Resilience and Co-Chair of the ‘Future-Ready' initiative for the City of Orlando. Chris has accomplished a tremendous amount with the city in an amazingly brief time. Listen in to learn more about the thrilling work Chris is currently doing and about this fascinating personal journey in the field of sustainability.  You will want to hear this episode if you are interested in... Chris' beginning in sustainability [02:40] Effectively building and creating teams [10:06] Orlando's sustainability program [11:21] Seven key priority areas for urban sustainability [17:11] Climate strategies for cities [20:52] What's next for Orlando? [25:30] Chris' entrepreneurial projects [29:18] The biggest challenge in Chris' career [36:20] Chris in the City of Orlando Over the last seven and a half years, Chris has had the privilege to work as the Senior Adviser to Orlando mayor Buddy Dyer and direct the Office of Sustainability and Resilience. He oversees some exciting policy interventions, program developments, and partnerships that are being established to advance the overall vision of Orlando. The city's work is securing its status as one of the most environmentally friendly, socially equitable, inclusive, and economically vibrant cities in the 21st century. Sustainability challenges in Florida Changing people's behaviors is extremely difficult to do. Changing the behaviors of an institution like a city that's been around for hundreds of years adds a whole new level of complexity. That's the genuine challenge that municipal government leaders like Chris and public officials are trying to address. Florida has had leadership that called climate change a hoax and made legislative sustainability measures banned or illegal. Now Florida has leadership focused on preemptions and stripping local governments' home rule to address some of the most significant issues. In the recent legislative session, Congress and Florida's governor signed a preemption bill regulating energy systems within Florida's cities.  What's different about Orlando's sustainability program? A city might have a strong mayor who says that sustainability is a priority. Initiatives will be created — and then a new mayor with a different initiative takes office, and efforts are shifted elsewhere. When Chris began working with the City of Orlando, he started the process of institutionalizing sustainability in the city. He helped the city create an office in the executive department. Now Orlando's ordinance has a specific chapter focused on sustainability and resilience, and it calls for a Director in the Office of Sustainability. They also have a chapter in internal policies and procedures focused on sustainability that specifically calls out this office. Importantly, they've created long-term permanence of this work beyond the mayor's term. Chris now oversees an office of thirteen individuals. He describes his office as a sustainability consulting firm. Their role is to help the Chief of Police, the Chief of Fire, the Head of Public Works, and the Streets and Stormwater Department implement and change operational procedures to ensure that the city is moving towards its sustainability goals. This model for how a city can transition towards a zero-carbon economy has made Orlando one of the leading cities advancing sustainability. Resources & People Mentioned Penelope Canan - Sociology IDEAS For Us - Advancing Environmental Action Worldwide Climate First Bank Buddy Dyer Epcot Theme Park Kenneth LaRoe - Founder & CEO - Climate First Bank Paris to Pittsburgh Connect with Chris Castro Their website On Twitter On LinkedIn On Facebook Chris serves as the Senior Advisor to Orlando Mayor Buddy Dyer, Director of Sustainability & Resilience, and 'Future-Ready' steering committee member at the City of Orlando — developing a comprehensive set of policies & programs that has turned Orlando into one of the leading cities in America accelerating sustainability, resiliency, and climate action. Chris is best known for his entrepreneurial efforts prior to coming to the City, including as Co-founder and President of the global sustainability nonprofit, IDEAS For Us, a clean energy consulting firm Citizen Energy, and a renowned urban farming social enterprise Fleet Farming. In 2020, Chris also joined partners to launch ‘Climate First Bank', the first B-Corp community bank in Florida working to advance ESG and local sustainable investing. Outside of work, Chris serves on many nonprofit and academic boards, including the UCF Energy Research Center, US Green Building Council of Florida, Project Greenschools, and Goodwill Industries of Central Florida. In December 2018, Chris starred in the National Geographic documentary on climate change called "Paris to Pittsburgh" to share the Orlando journey on climate action with millions of people around the World. 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Kimberly Hosken works building the P3 business at NORESCO with a highly skilled team of industry leaders in central plant design, construction and operations. Partnering with preferred equity firms to create the best value for owners in the P3 market. Developing best in class SOP's, operational plans and systems to achieve a quality working relationship with customers. Kimberly  joined Johnson Controls, Inc. in February 2008 as a member of the Global Energy and Sustainability team. Prior to joining Johnson Controls. Kim held the position of Director LEED, New Construction for the US GreenBuilding Council in Washington DC. She has been a speaker at multiple conferences where she has presented her work on Return on Investment (ROI)for green strategies and construction. Kimberly Hosken has rejoined Johnson Controls as part of the US P3 team on the UC MERCED 2020 project. She has been a leader in international applications of LEED leading design charrettes in China, Egypt, Chile, and Canada while continuing to support the US market. Kim has experience with all of the LEED rating systems and providing large scale benchmarking for portfolios of international companies. Kim participated in the LEED Manufacturing User Group, a dedicated group of industry professionals working to create more opportunities for greener, healthier and more efficient manufacturing facilities. She also participated in the LEED Fellow review process for the class of 2013. Kim became a LEED Fellow in 2012. As a LEED Fellow she provided training for both internal and external customers. Prior to joining Johnson Controls Kim held the position of Director LEED, New Construction for the US Green Building Council in Washington DC. She has been a speaker at multiple conferences where she has presented her work on Return on Investment (ROI) for green strategies and construction. Kim has developed and delivered multiple LEED and Green Building training programs globally, over 3000 people have attended her workshops. Kim has a MBA from Webster University, St. Louis and a B.S. in business from Sierra Nevada College, Lake Tahoe.   Show Highlights One of their first female superintendents in high rise construction in OC, California.  Contagious passion infected Kimberly's green building career path. Conversations that formed and shaped LEED mainstreamed. Green Compass tool to support LEED.  P3 brings the operations into the design.  Mechanical systems upgraded for existing building spaces.   Kimberly's great advice on how to adapt when change occurs.  Career advice on figuring out your green lens. “Be able to accept change with grace and do what you need to do to move on in the face of things that may not have been in the plan.” lol - Kimberly Hosken   Kimberly Hosken Transcript   Kimberly Hosken's Show  it and Information Miller Park  The Checklist Manifestoh Being lol Mortal  The 7 Habits  Linkedin   Connect with Charlie Cichetti and GBES Charlie on LinkedIn Green Building Educational Services GBES on Twitter Connect on LinkedIn Like on Facebook Google+ GBES Pinterest Pins GBES on Instagram   GBES is excited our membership community is growing. Consider joining our membership community as members are given access to some of the guests on the podcasts that you can ask project questions. If you are preparing for an exam, there will be more assurance that you will pass your next exam, you will be given cliff notes if you are a member, and so much more. Go to www.gbes.com/join to learn more about the 4 different levels of access to this one-of-a-kind career-advancing green building community! If you truly enjoyed the show, don't forget to leave a positive rating and review on iTunes.  We have prepared more episodes for the upcoming weeks, so come by again next week! Thank you for tuning in to the Green Building Matters Podcast!   Copyright © 2021 GBES

Chrissa Pagitsas is a senior advisor on sustainability, green bonds and ESG. She spent most of her career at Fannie Mae, where she created their ESG strategy and launched their Green Financing Business which has gone on to issue over $87 billion in green bonds. Chrissa also led a partnership with the EPA to develop the ENERGY STAR scoring and certification program for existing multifamily buildings.   Chrissa has served on the US Green Building Council's board as Secretary-Treasurer and has advised international and domestic standard setters, governing bodies and key industry associations including NASDAQ, Structured Finance Association, the International Capital Markets Association, and the Urban Land Institute.   Chrissa is ​​currently writing a book about the Chief Sustainability Officers at Fortune 500 companies and globally recognized brands such as IKEA, Coca-Cola and Netflix. The book will be out in early 2022.   You can connect with Chrissa on LinkedIn.   In this episode we cover: What a green bond is, why it's important, and how it's evolving The rise of the Chief Sustainability Officer The benefits of having a business integrated ESG strategy How employees, consumers and shareholders can support change in the sustainability, diversity & inclusion, and social impact space   Key Take Aways: The importance of third party verifications for transparency, adoption, trust and consistency. When companies have a third party certification, it shows they have met the same standards that all companies with that certification are held to. ESG reporting isn't standardized. There are many different frameworks and multiple rating systems that can be used. Unfortunately these systems don't align. That means that as companies start creating their ESG strategies and reporting their progress, transparency is incredibly important. The elevation of ESG and Sustainability representation to the c-suite will continue to increase. For ESG and Sustainability strategies to be effective, they need to be business integrated, which makes that c-suite representation crucial. It's through business integration that impact is maximized, and the benefits to the bottom line, employee engagement, and consumer loyalty are unlocked.   References:   Fannie Mae Morningstar explainer on green bonds S. Green Building Council page on LEED certification International Living Future Institute page on Zero Energy certification ESG: From Zero to Strategy, Process and Reporting ENERGY STAR Frank O'Brien-Bernini, Chief Sustainability Officer, Owens Corning Ezgi Barcenas, Chief Sustainability Officer, Anheuser-Busch InBev   Connect & Share: If you enjoy the podcast, would you please consider leaving a short review on Apple Podcasts/iTunes? It takes less than 60 seconds, and it really makes a difference in helping to convince hard-to-get guests. I also love reading them! If this episode resonated with you, I ask you to send it to a friend. Help bring even more visibility to these leaders that are using business as a force for good! Subscribe to the podcast to make sure you don't miss future episodes. This podcast is for you, the listener. I'd love to hear what resonated with you, or if you have a suggestion on who would be a great guest for this show. Please send me a note at info@KathyVarol.com. If you want to work with me to embed purpose into your business, go to www.KathyVarol.com.

Ep 046: According to U.S. Energy Information Administration (EIA) data from 2017, the average monthly energy bill in Maine is just $87.21. That's the lowest average energy bill of any state in New England, and one of the lowest in the U.S. For reference, Maine's closest neighbor, New Hampshire, features a much pricier $114.95 average monthly energy bill. (Source: SmartData) However, that's not the entire picture where electrical energy is only ONE energy source that Mainers use ~ many Mainers use heating oil, gas, wood, pellets, solar, etc. to heat their homes during winter months or supplement electrical use. For many Mainers, heating and electrical use is the considerable budget item. Energy can also be talked about in regards to our transportation systems and our vehicles ~ Energy in Maine is a BIG topic! But for us Mainers today, what's going on in energy use today and how will it impact tomorrow? Especially for retirees, how should they be thinking about creating enough energy flexibility for their homes that they can adapt and react to changing prices on energy over their lives? That's the premise of today's show!   Our next guest holds a degree in Chemical Engineering from Rensselaer. He is a former State Representative, where he was a member of the Energy, Utilities and Technology Committee. He co-founded DuraLife Decking, a composite decking manufacturing company that continues to operate and grow in Biddeford. After the company's acquisition, he then served as Director of Sustainability for GAF, North America's largest roofing manufacturer, developing initiatives such as roofing recycling and the company's Zero-Waste-to-Landfill effort, as well as building networks with national organizations such as the US Green Building Council. Currently, our next guest is the Executive Director for E2Tech - the Environmental & Energy Technology Council of Maine. He also hosted "The Grow Maine Show" for over 100 episodes and 6 years and had his show picked up by WGAN, where it airs Sunday Morning at 11a.    He grew up in Carthage, Maine, where his family still runs a small farm keeping Jersey cows. He and his wife Amy and their two children live in Biddeford where Amy works in the Biddeford School Department.  Please welcome Marty Grohman to the Retirement Success in Maine Podcast!   Chapters: Welcome, Marty! [2:53] How is energy being utilized throughout the state of Maine? [16:22] What are some things that Mainers can do to lower their heating and energy costs? [26:54] What's coming down the pike in terms of cutting-edge energy technologies? [37:50] What is Marty doing today to future proof himself from energy costs and moving to more sustainable forms of energy? [44:31] What is Marty's personal definition of Retirement Success? [48:36] Ben and Curtis wrap up the episode. [51:50]

Join host Jeanne Acutanza as she chats with Dr. Jeralee Anderson, CEO and Co-Founder of Greenroads International, a globally recognized independent 501(c)(3) non-profit organization leading the green and equitable transformation of the transportation industry and infrastructure through education and the independent third-party sustainability certification of transportation projects.You can find out more about Greenroads at https://www.greenroads.org/ and check if there are projects in your area that meet the certification at https://www.greenroads.org/portfolioFind out more about Dr. Anderson here: https://www.greenroads.org/1622/ops-team.html.Dr. Anderson talks about a different but similar certification tool developed for FHWA that she worked on called INVEST. INVEST (Infrastructure Voluntary Evaluation Sustainability Tool) is a web-based self-evaluation tool comprised of voluntary sustainability best practices, called criteria, which cover the full lifecycle of transportation services, including system planning, project planning, design, and construction, and continuing through operations and maintenance. Find about it at https://www.sustainablehighways.org/These sustainability certifications for transportation infrastructure are voluntary and not currently required for infrastructure investments; however, these projects are often cost saving and contribute to a more sustainable future. These certifications are similar to the certification system developed by the US Green Building Council https://www.usgbc.org/ for sustainability called LEED. (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) You can learn more about that at https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Leadership_in_Energy_and_Environmental_DesignYou can watch the Ted Talk that Dr. Anderson mentions at: https://www.ted.com/talks/jeralee_anderson_how_can_we_build_greener_roads

Kira Gould and Lindsay Baker host a sort of cousin podcast to this one. It's called Design the Future and it chronicles women leaders who are doing great sustainability work within the built environment. They've produced more than 20 episodes in 2020, and their guest list is a rock star roster. I've listened to nearly all of their conversations and love the inspiring stories they've featured. So I thought it'd be fun to compare notes and hear what Kira and Lindsay have been learning. We chat about career paths, leadership styles, and mentors. We grapple with the seasons, reminisce about in-person gatherings, and discuss how we're forging through the pandemic. Kira Gould is a writer and strategist who touches design leadership, climate action, and climate justice. She is a Senior Fellow with Architecture 2030 and serves on the AIA Committee on the Environment national Advisory Group. Kira co-authored Women in Green: Voices of Sustainable Design with Lance Hosey in 2007. She has directed communications for two design shops—William McDonough + Partners and Gould Evans—and served as Managing Editor at Metropolis magazine.Lindsay Baker is a real estate industry veteran with a background in building science, sustainability, and technology. She most recently led the creation of the Sustainability and Impact group at WeWork. Prior to that, she helped found Comfy, a smart buildings software company. She has also worked at Google, the US Green Building Council, and as a researcher of the built environment at UC Berkeley. She serves on a number of for-profit and non-profit boards, including Measurabl and SPUR—the San Francisco Bay Area Planning and Urban Research Association.

Bill Reed is an internationally recognized planning consultant, design process facilitator, lecturer, teacher, and author in sustainability and regeneration. He has been a leading figure in the green building movement as a founding Board of Director of the US Green Building Council and one of the co-founders of the LEED Green Building Rating System.His work and that of Regenesis has been to pioneer regenerative development—an approach to land use, community development, and the built environment that has defined the leading edge of sustainability--across the globe. Bill has been an outspoken advocate that is committed to proving that human activity can be a source of health and regeneration, rather than destruction and degradation. Living up to this promise will require humans to step up and develop a firm grasp of the complex working of natural systems in order to harmonize and evolve with nature.

A one-of-a-kind gathering of leaders in the Green Schools movement is about to take place in Denver. The Green Schools Conference & Expo is the only national event to bring together all the players involved in making green schools a reality: people who lead, operate, build and teach in U.S. schools. In today's episode we'll be joined by the hosts of the event, Dr. Jenny Seydel, Executive Director of the Green Schools National Network, and Anisa Heming, Director of the Center for Green Schools. Tune in as we talk about their organizations' work, the state of the green school movement in America, and why you should not miss the Green Schools Conference & Expo!