USGBC California

“Think Home First 💭” As part of our wildfire defense series, we want to share how you can increase the chances of a property surviving a wildfire The 3 most effective ways are: 🏠 Home Hardening: Use fire-resistant building materials to protect your home from wildfires 🛣️ Create your defensible space: Defensible space is the buffer that helps to keep the fire away from a home 🪴Fire-resistant landscaping: Surround your home with fire-resistant landscaping Read more in our Wildfire Defense Toolkit, developed by California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gsfEt8ED Plus, check out our Wildfire Defense + Extreme Heat trainings schedule to get certified on how to protect your community and property 🧑🏫: https://lnkd.in/gQDZ-jhA Up Next ⬇️ Stay tuned for the next Wildfire post, where you can learn how to develop a “Wildfire Action Plan: Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation” ⛑️

With this year already on pace to break wildfire records, please remember there are actions we can take TODAY to reduce wildfire risks on our properties and for our communities. Please check out our Wildfire Defense toolkit and upcoming classes.

Climate Café was a success 🤩🌿! Thank you to Fox Point Farms for allowing San Diego's Women+ in Green to host this incredible event. The farm-to-table food and brew were incredible 👩🌾 We discussed all things climate, and we appreciate everyone who joined us. Thank you for your profound words, and for carving out time to spend the evening with us 🎑

PRESS ALERT 🚨🗞️ Exciting developments in California's push for greener transportation! USGBC California is proud to be featured in Government Technology's article exploring the growing presence of EV chargers at curbs and apartments across the state 🚗 We believe it's crucial to create accessible charging solutions to help foster a more sustainable future for all 🌿🔋. Check out the full article for more insights on how GreenWealth Energy and Voltpost are working to make electric vehicles a more workable solution for renters and people with lower incomes: https://lnkd.in/g2bSZqZ8   #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #USGBC #EVCharging #California #CleanEnergy

We're so thrilled for RainStick for completing an oversubscribed $2.6M Seed+ funding round 🥳! Fun fact: Rainstick was part of the Net Zero Accelerator 2023 cohort 👏: https://lnkd.in/gfhJ5exM Read their blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/geXk8nZz

Meet us at VERGE 24 on Oct 29-31 in San Jose, CA! (Tix prices go up 8/9 - see below!) Climate tech solutions are here, with emerging technologies, finance models and policy to support a low-carbon future. How can your organization implement these solutions? Join VERGE 24 where leaders in the field are working on these challenges together, tapping into the knowledge and community needed to supercharge impact. Register before August 9 to get $400 off the Final Rate All-Access Pass and use our special USGBC-CA discount code V24USLA for an additional 20% off: https://buff.ly/3wk0WZe #netzeroaccelerator GreenBiz Group

Volunteer to pilot a DIY install of a free mobile heat pump or AC unit this Summer! ☀️ USGBC-CA is offering free mobile heat pump equipment and $200 in gift cards to eligible residents of the Los Angeles region to perform a do-it-yourself installation of a mobile heat pump unit and to document the installation process 📷 While participants located in the Eastern San Fernando Valley or Wilmington/San Pedro will be prioritized, all are welcome to apply through our Green Homes interest form 🔗: https://lnkd.in/dZ9xsBga For more information, download the flyer: https://lnkd.in/d2xCA8i3

🎉 Big News! 🎉 We are thrilled to announce that several incredible businesses have achieved Green Business Certification! 🌱🌟🏆 About Green Business Certification: The City of Los Angeles Green Business Program helps businesses enhance efficiency, promote health, and attract new customers. Learn more at: https://lnkd.in/ggkQXTqQ 🌟 Here’s how it benefits your business and community: 🌍 Reduce Utility Costs 🏢 Create a Healthy Workplace 💨 Mitigate Greenhouse Gas Emissions 🚮 Divert Waste from Landfills 💧 Conserve Water ⚠️ Eliminate Hazardous Waste Safely 🏆 Meet the Pioneers: 📚 UCLA Library System UCLA’s Meyer & Renee Luskin Conference Center Tom and Ashleigh representing UCLA’s campus-wide pursuit of the green business certification. 🎛️ Noise Engineering Partners in life and business, Stephen and Kris are among a bunch of passionate folks making the products they wish existed. 🏨 Sofitel Los Angeles at Beverly Hills Eric and Rocco helped Sofitel become one of only two hotels in this cohort to achieve certification while also certifying their two restaurants, Esterel and Riviera 31. 🏢 Westside Media Center Property managers at Kilroy’s flagship property, Antonella and Jeannine at the premier three-building creative office and studio campus located in West Los Angeles. 🏛️ Los Angeles Convention Center Committed to sustainability, Estella anchors the Los Angeles Convention Center’s operations while delivering excellence at many of Los Angeles’ premier events. ☕ Cafecita Coffee Featuring a solar-powered coffee cart, Natalie’s Cafecita Coffee has built a business committed to delivering equitable value to women producers at every stage of production. 🏗️ Howard Building Corporation While Howard Building Corporation builds the future one space at a time, Sharon creates a culture of sustainability in the office place. 💇♀️ The Ministry Salon At The Ministry Salon, Joy is pioneering new standards in the hair care industry with a cruelty-free approach in every aspect of the salon, from the products used to operational practices. LA Sanitation & Environment #greenbizla

Wildfire season is here. Here’s your quick guide to understanding wildfires 🌲 Wildfire follows known paths (aka fire regimes). In recent years, these paths have expanded. Wildfire advances in three ways: 1. Flying embers 2. Direct Flames 3. Radiant Heat Did you know? Fine, dry and combustible materials ignite easily, while hydrated materials must be dried to burn. Plus, it takes greater heat to ignite large materials than fine materials. Keep your home and loved ones safe this wildfire season ⛑️. Read more in our Wildfire Defense Toolkit, developed by California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gsfEt8ED Plus, check out our Wildfire Defense + Extreme Heat trainings schedule to get certified on how to protect your community and property: https://lnkd.in/gQDZ-jhA   Up Next ⬇️ Stay tuned for the next Wildfire post, where you can learn “How to: Increase the Chances of a Property Surviving a Wildfire” 🏘️

RSVP to talk all things "climate" at San Diego Women+ in Green's Climate Café ☕️! https://lnkd.in/gpPR4gcj Sign up for our newsletter for more upcoming events 🌿📧: https://lnkd.in/dCWiSsK