Monterey Bay Branch Steering Committee
(click name to email steering committee members)
CO-CHAIRS
Stewart Wadsworth, Consultant
Jordan Daniels, BuildingWise
COMMITTEES
(* indicates committee chair)
Advocacy:
Sharon Sarris*, Greenfuse
Libby Barnes, Carver and Schicketanz
Schools Advocate:
Elizabeth Cordero*, Consultant
Publicity:
Yvonne Ross*, Designwise
Mardee McGraw
Julie Ziemelis
Membership:
Debbie Picard*, Platinum Development
Bill Wagner
Newsletter:
Jenny Shelton*, Shelton Design
Finance:
Saren Pierson* (treasurer), CSUMB
Alan Forrest, Sustainable Solutions
Registration:
Jeanne Bulger*, Power Solutions
Scott Grover, ART-F/X Environments
Sarah McCandliss, Landscape Design
Secretary:
Jenny Shelton, Shelton Design
Catering:
Erica Fox*
Labris Willendorf
USGBC Liaison:
Barry Giles, BuildingWise
Outreach/Volunteers:
Rick Williams*, Pacific Inland Mortgage
Labris Willendorf
Carmel Sustainability Fair & Solar Homes Tour Liason:
Jeff Condit, Rana Creek
Members at Large:
Phoebe Larson, design PRL
Marli Melton
Jay Tulley, Otto Construction
Lydia Corser, greenspace
Ana Maria Rebelo, County of Santa Cruz
Joe Fullerton, City of Santa Cruz
Daniel Silvernail, Daniel Matthew Silvernail Architect
Co-Chairs Emeritus:
Sharon Sarris (03-06, founding co-chair)
Lili Wright (03-05, founding co-chair)
Jay Tulley (06-07)
Jenny Shelton (07-08)
Events
July 24 and August 25 - LEED 2009, Managing the Transition
July 24 - AIA/ USGBC-NCC Offices, San Francisco
August 25th - Stopwaste, Oakland
Led by Green Building Services, this workshop is a comprehensive overview and analysis into the green building movement and specifically upcoming changes to the USGBC's LEED Rating System.
Register.
July 25 & 26 - American Clay Plaster Workshops
7/25: 9:00-4:30 PM
American Clay Fundamentals
7/26: 9:00-4:30 PM
American Clay Artistic Techniques Workshop
Contact greenspace to enroll: 831.423.7200
July 26 - Free E-Waste Recycling
The North Fremont Business District of Monterey and the Monterey County Fairgrounds are hosting a Recycling E-waste Event July 26, 2009. Please come by the fairgrounds 9-3 to recycle anything from cellular phones to TV's.
July 31 - Application Deadline
Call for Applicants, Deadline: July 31st
Seeking capital for your social venture? Investors' Circle is currently accepting applications for its Fall Conference and Venture Fair to be held November 15th - 17th in Washington, DC. Investors' Circle seeks early or expansion-stage companies whose businesses address significant social or environmental issues. More.
August 5 - Monterey Bay Branch Local Government Advocacy Team meeting
4:30-5:30p.m. - immediately before the MBB program. Moss Landing Marine Labs - look for sign for location. New members welcome. Contact: Sharon Sarris
August 12 - Raw Foods
6-8 p.m.
Robyn Boyd, author of 'RAWSOME RECIPES' will speak at SC41 furniture store's Green Living program. 2647 41st Ave., Santa Cruz. Robyn will speak on integrating raw and whole foods to create simple and nutritious meals. Refreshments will feature samples of her recipes. 831-464-2228
August 16 - LEED Core Concepts and Strategies
SMUD, Sacramento
This workshop provides essential knowledge of the LEED Rating Systems and sustainable building concepts for those seeking a better understanding of LEED or pursuing GBCI's LEED Green Associate credential.
Register.
August 20 - Monterey Bay Region Plug-in Electric Vehicle Community Readiness Initiative meeting
10am-Noon at IBEW Local 234, Castroville. Contact Sharon Sarris for more info. Background info here.
August 21 - Funding Green Buildings: A 1 Day Intensive Workshop
San Diego
Workshop with Jan McAdams, with 33 years experience in the field of grantwriting and fundraising.
Register.
September 26 - Sustainable Living Festival
Hilton Bialek Habitat at Carmel Middle School, 4380 Carmel Valley Road, 9 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Now in its 7th year, The Sustainable Living Festival is the Monterey Peninsula's longest running festival of renewable energy and sustainable living. (Formerly known as the Solar Home Tour & Sustainability Fair).
Event website
Participate as an EXHIBITOR
October 1-2 - Biogas Conference
San Francisco
The event brings together over 30 top level speakers who will share best practice case studies of agri, waste, landfill, sewage and wastewater biogas, providing an excellent platform for networking, knowledge transfer and new business development. More Info
October 1-3 - West Coast Green
Conference + Expo on Green Innovation
Fort Mason Center, San Francisco. Early registration ends July 31.
www.westcoastgreen.com
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In this issue:
Monterey Bay Branch Monthly Program: Funding Resources and Strategies
Join the Monterey Bay Branch Team
Sponsor a Branch Event
Local Government Advocacy Update
USGBC Online Courses and Webinars
Registration Open for Greenbuild 2009
LEED 2009 Credentials
MBB July Mixer Highlights
Central Coast Green Building Directory
Events
Monterey Bay Branch Monthly Program
Green Building Funding Resources and Strategies
Wednesday, August 5, 2009
Moss Landing Marine Labs
5:30 - 6 - Light refreshments and Networking
6 -8 p.m. - Presentation
Please register by August 3rd.
The demand for sustainable development among commercial building owner, businesses, occupants, entrepreneurs and public agencies is growing as the benefits associated with environmental design and reduced energy consumption become more widely known. Finding the right funding sources for your project and developing a sound strategy will ensure that the process is as smooth as possible. This month's program will introduce you to new funding avenues and successful strategies that could raise the bar and take your project to the next level.
Many thanks to our generous sponsor!
Speakers at this event include:
Debbie Picard is the Managing Partner of Platinum Development Company, LLC, a full service consulting firm, that supports high profile green projects to secure funding and material resources. Formed in 1999, the company has established a diversified collection of registered LEED projects across the nation providing funding feasibility studies, launching capital campaigns and preparing creative grant proposals.
Jason Burnett is the founder of Burnett EcoEnergy, a company that structures and secures financing for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects. Previously, Jason was the Associate Deputy Administrator of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency where he coordinated energy and climate change policy across the EPA and led the development of greenhouse gases regulations.
Special feature: Residential Funding Opportunities by Rick Williams, Eco Energy Loans and Linda Butler, Block Energy Design
Space is limited. Please register for the event before August 3. Registration fee: $10 for NCC members, $15 for non-NCC members, $20 for non-members at the door.
Join the Monterey Bay Branch Team!
Become a contributor to the Monterey Bay Branch Newsletter.
Send your upcoming events or short article to Jenny Shelton, Branch Newsletter Editor. Non-commercial submissions only. Deadline is the 10th of each month. |
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Now is a great time to volunteer with the USGBC-NCC! In fact, its people just like you that help make the Chapter the premiere source for green building education, advocacy, and networking in our region. A great way to make a difference during this explosion of growth in green building is to contribute your passion and energy to the USGBC-NCC Monterey Bay Branch, which serves Santa Cruz, San Benito and Monterey Counties. We invite you to join our steering committee, join a subcommittee and help out with easy tasks before and at our events, or bring your creative ideas for 2009 education and networking events, and a willingness to help make them happen. Tell us your strengths and we'll find a role that's right for you. |
Sponsor the Monterey Bay Branch in 2009
Supporting the Monterey Bay Branch is a great way to increase your company's visibility with our members and attendees. Sponsorship levels start as low as $250. Contact Jordan Daniels, 831-359-2584 or Stewart Wadsworth 831-332-0612 to find out more.
Monterey Bay Branch Local Government Advocacy Update
~ Advocacy Team member Safwat Malek (Enviro International) spoke at the July 21 Marina City Council to encourage them to develop a green building policy.
~ Advocacy Coordinator Sharon Sarris (Greenfuse) and Elisabeth Russell (AMBAG) gave a presentation to the Hollister Planning Commission on July 23 to encourage the development of a green building policy and suggested coordinating with the County of San Benito.
~ Members Oona Gabersek (BFSLA) and Sharon Sarris spoke on July 22 to the American Public Works Association - Monterey Bay Chapter, along with LEED AP Keith Severson of Graniterock, on LEED 3.0 and strategies to enhance public works projects.
USGBC Online Courses and Webinars
USGBC is an approved continuing education provider for the following NATIONAL professional organizations: AIA, AICP/APA, CSI, IDCEC, BOMI, CoreNet, and IFMA. USGBC reports directly to AIA and CSI. As a national organization, USGBC does not apply to individual states' licensing entities. Many state-level professional organizations approve USGBC LEED courses for continuing education credits. Attendees who are members of other national or state organizations typically earn credits by using a requested certificate of completion to self-report their attendance. Subscribe to Education Program communications to keep up-to-date of the latest Education Program news. Visit www.usgbc.org/webinars for more information and to register.
Registration Open for Greenbuild 2009
Attend Greenbuild 2009, secure your place in the green economy - and see a music legend in concert!
As the world continues the work of building a stronger, more prosperous, more equitable economy for the future, there remain many questions about what that economy will look like. But one thing is clear: It will be a green economy. For professionals seeking to cement their place in the new green economy and companies looking to expand their role in the green building marketplace, the place to be is Phoenix this November.
The 2009 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo heads to the American Southwest Nov. 11-13. Year after year, Greenbuild has continued to grow to become the largest conference and expo dedicated to green building and the year's biggest event for networking, learning and growing professionally. This year more than ever, Greenbuild is a must-attend event: It's your chance to be a leader in the new economy, it's chock-full of travel and other discounts, and with more than 1,800 booths it promises to be the biggest Greenbuild ever. And best of all, we'll be in sunny Phoenix in the middle of November - so you can bring your family along and enjoy a vacation in one of the most beautiful and unique parts of the country.
And the location isn't the only thing new this year. Some of the things we have planned to make this year's Greenbuild an event to remember include:
* Enjoy a concert with your opening plenary: The traditional opening plenary session is getting a makeover this year - we're combining it with a concert featuring one of music's biggest names at Chase Field, home to the Arizona Diamondbacks. Stay tuned for the announcement of our headliner early next week: You can be the first to know if you follow us on Twitter or Facebook.
* Bring the family: The USGBC Companion Program and the Greenbuild Children's Program ensure that while you're on the expo floor or in an educational session, your significant other and kids will have plenty to do. Learn more »
* Find a job: The first-ever Greenbuild Job Fair is an easy way to network with exhibiting companies and make real progress in your job search off the expo floor and in a more relaxed atmosphere. Stay tuned for more information: Visit GreenbuildExpo.org often, and subscribe to the Greenbuild newsletter.
Of course, alongside all these new features, Greenbuild will still offer the latest in top-notch LEED and green building educational programming, industry-leading master speakers, plenty of off-site tours, and great events like the Greenbuild 2009 Residential Summit, International Forum, and the Greenbuild Film Festival - just to name a few.
Register today for Greenbuild 2009 »
Sign up to receive the Greenbuild newsletter »
New LEED 2009 Credentials: Now Open for Business
With the launch of LEED 2009, a new LEED credentialing system is now available. The LEED Green Associate credential denotes basic knowledge of green design, construction, and operations. For more technical professionals, the LEED AP+ credentials denote knowledge of specific LEED rating systems. The LEED AP Fellow credential, to be released, will highlight professionals who have contributed to standards of practice and improvements in the green building field.
An important aspect of this new tiered structure is its inclusionary characteristic. Whereas LEED credentialing had historically been geared primarily for those professionals dealing with the technical application of LEED, the new Green Associate credential allows professionals from non-technical sectors to demonstrate their knowledge of green building.
The Green Associate credential proves a foundational knowledge of LEED and green building. This means that a broker, realtor, lawyer, consultant, or investor can now have a credential that clearly proves their fundamental understanding of LEED, a competitive advantage in a market that is quickly and surely turning green.
Take a LEED Core Concepts & Strategies workshop to gain a basic understanding of LEED and prepare for the Green Associate exam, or take a LEED 2009: Managing the Transition workshop for a comprehensive overview of the changes to LEED and green building.
For more information on becoming a LEED Green Associate, please visit GBCI.org
Monterey Bay Branch Mixer and Film Screening Highlights
     
Central Coast Green Building Directory
Search for providers, or register your business or service at CentralCoastGreenBuilding.org. Green Building service providers must be certified as a Green Building Professional and hold a valid State License in order to be included in the directory. Proof of certification is required. Acceptable accreditation includes:
Please email them to clarify if a green building certification or accreditation not listed above qualifies you for inclusion in the directory.
If you meet these membership requirements we invite you to register your business for inclusion in the Central Coast Green Building Directory.
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