Verdani Institute for the Built Environment

With Halloween approaching, it’s time to consider how we can celebrate the season while caring for our planet. At VIBE, we believe that every holiday can be an opportunity to make more sustainable choices—whether it’s through reducing waste, reusing materials, or supporting eco-friendly options. 🌍✨ From DIY costumes to plastic-free treats and energy-efficient lighting, our sustainable Halloween tips are designed to help you enjoy the festivities while keeping environmental impact in mind. Small actions add up, and together, we can make a difference this Halloween. Swipe through to explore practical ways to make this Halloween both memorable and mindful! 🍂👻 #Halloween2024 #SustainableHalloween #EcoFriendlyTips

In honor of the International Day of Climate Action yesterday, we're offering a special deal! For one day only—October 25th, download a FREE e-book version of Earth's Climate Heroes. Children are already facing the growing impacts of climate change, even though they have done nothing to cause it. Without immediate action to limit the rise in global temperature, future generations will inherit a planet very different from the one we've known. We must empower them to create solutions. Earth's Climate Heroes provides a powerful tool to educate and inspire young minds. This vibrant book helps children understand climate change and equips them to become the next generation of climate champions: https://lnkd.in/gKGxJvnQ 🌱💡 #childrensbook #climatechange #climatechampions #changemakers

It was an incredible opportunity to connect with sustainability leaders and showcase our commitment to driving corporate ESG strategies that lead the way to a net-zero future. From world-class education sessions to inspiring keynotes and networking celebrations, the event was a fantastic platform for collaboration and action. Together, we’re helping pave the path toward sustainable, regenerative practices that address today’s climate challenges. 🌱♻️ #Sustainability #ESG #NetZeroConference #ClimateAction

🌍 Whether it’s the hotter temperatures, historic flooding, or a longer wildfire season, communities across the globe are being forced to confront the growing impacts of climate change head-on. In just the few years I’ve lived in Bend, Oregon, I’ve observed the number of days with harmful air quality from wildfire smoke increase year after year, leading me to seriously question if I want to live here long term. It’s a stark reminder of how quickly climate change is affecting our daily lives. Similarly, companies are facing the reality that sustainability challenges are already here and demand immediate action. To stay ahead and remain competitive, businesses must decarbonize their operations, build resilience to climate impacts, and integrate sustainability strategies into core business practices like planning, risk management, and investor reporting. This is where our latest Corporate Sustainability Strategies guidance report from the Verdani Institute for the Built Environment comes in. 🌿 🏢 This comprehensive guide offers businesses a blueprint to: - Strategically plan for sustainability 🌱 - Set and achieve long-term goals 🎯 - Implement programs for climate, biodiversity, DEI, and more 💼 - Measure and report on their progress 📊 Proud to have worked with the VIBE team on this impactful report, helping corporations and the real estate industry make smart choices that not only boost financial resilience but also safeguard the health, safety, and well-being of our communities. 💡🏘️ Bennett Rea Julie Jacobson Darian Gore Daniele Horton, CRE® Kyle Pickett 👉 Check out the report here: https://lnkd.in/gzYgfMyW #esg #corporatesustainability #climatechange

On #WorldTeachersDay, we recognize the incredible role that teachers play in shaping the future of our planet. 🌍✨ Earth's Climate Heroes isn’t just a children's book – it’s a great classroom resource that educators can use to teach students about the climate crisis in a way that’s both engaging and hopeful. Through climate storytelling, teachers can inspire students to become the next generation of climate champions, empowering them to create solutions for a sustainable future. 📚💚 This World Teachers' Day, let’s celebrate educators who are making a difference in their classrooms and encouraging young minds to protect our planet for generations to come. Grab a copy of Earth's Climate Heroes written by our founder Daniele Horton, CRE® here: https://lnkd.in/gKGxJvnQ #EarthsClimateHeroes #childrensbook #changemakers #teachers

Verdani Institute for the Built Environment (VIBE) is seeking a passionate Resilience Fellow to drive research and innovation in climate resilience in the commercial real estate sector. If you're ready to make a tangible impact and excel in research, data management, and communication, we want you! Ideal Candidate: Bachelor’s Degree, Majors (Real Estate, Architecture, Environmental Studies, Engineering, Business Admin), willing to consider current students who are graduating within the next year Preferred: Master’s Degree (completed or in progress) LEED Green Associate or other LEED or green building Professional accreditation 📧 Apply Now: https://lnkd.in/gagjwMQQ #CorporateSustainability #ESG #ClimateAction

Zero Emissions Day is a global initiative to showcase what the world could look like without the release of fossil fuels into the atmosphere. The day is a reminder of the significant impact our daily emissions—from electricity, agriculture, and transportation—have on our planet. Read more here: https://lnkd.in/gUB28ApP Please visit and follow VIBE's new account on TikTok too: https://lnkd.in/g3ZcfmjC #ZeroEmissions #ZeroEmissionsDay #NetZero #Decarbonize #NetZerobuildings #DecarbonizeBuildings

As proud partners of Net Zero Buildings Week (NZBW) New Buildings Institute, we are excited to invite you to explore our new Corporate Sustainability Strategies Guidance Report, designed to help businesses, particularly in the real estate industry, navigate the path toward sustainable operations. 🌍 In line with NZBW's mission to foster collaboration and innovation for net-zero buildings, our guidance report provides a practical template for integrating corporate sustainability practices. With the increasing pressure from regulations, investor and occupant demands, and the urgency of addressing climate change, it's more crucial than ever for real estate companies to establish a clear approach to sustainability and ESG. However, many companies struggle without a standardized order of operations for these initiatives. This is where our report steps in—offering a customizable framework that empowers businesses to integrate sustainability at every level. Whether you're looking to reduce carbon footprints, meet regulatory requirements, or enhance investor and occupant trust, our guidance provides the foundation you need. Although developed with the real estate industry in mind, the principles and processes are relevant for businesses across sectors. We invite you to read our guidance report and discover how it can help you take actionable steps toward a more sustainable future. Together, we can drive the real estate industry's transformation toward net-zero and beyond.: https://lnkd.in/gTYhwuAE #ZeroEmissions #NetZeroBuildingsWeek #NetZero #Decarbonize #NetZerobuildings #DecarbonizeBuildings

Exciting news! 📢 VIBE's guidance report on Corporate Sustainability Strategies is published! Download your complimentary copy now. Discover strategies for seamlessly integrating ESG principles into your company, from initial planning to ongoing evaluation. This in-depth report covers every aspect of the ESG implementation process for the commercial real estate industry, including best practices for vision statements, materiality assessments, budgeting, policies, execution, reporting, certifications, and annual reviews. Fill out the form to get your copy: https://lnkd.in/gTYhwuAE Please visit and follow VIBE's new account on TikTok too: https://lnkd.in/g3ZcfmjC Credits: Lead Author: Bennett Rea, Author: Carli S., Research and Editing: Darian Gore, Content Advisors: Daniele Horton, CRE®, Mariana Young, JERRY YUDELSON, Project Management: Paulynn Cue, Julie Jacobson, Graphic Design: Cassandra Taylor, Luciana M., Joshua Paul Gaces, Sponsor: Verdani Partners (and seeking additional sponsorship)    Special Thanks: Ritu Rajashekar(contributing author), Kara Edmonson, Jennifer Newfield, Seth Kamphoefner, Dana Weiss, Kristen Wernick, Ying Mo, Samantha Varela, Katie Teare, Gabe John, Kelsey Ceccarelli, Jamie Bemis   Volunteers: Carolina Guzman, Abbey Serio, David Shi, Alex Siu, Olivia Bain, Carly Trattner, Ann Natunewicz, Maya Noesen, Ansar Mohammed #benchmarking #metrics #greenbuildingdata #greenbuildingbenchmarking #benchmarking #regulations #energytracking #energymeasurement

Volunteers are the beating heart of VIBE and we are endlessly grateful for their support. Today, VIBE celebrates Isabella Milles for her help with research for VIBE's guidance report which was published in December. Isabella is a University of California, Santa Barbara alumni who majored in Environmental Studies. Originally from San Diego, her passion for sustainability blossomed while she began learning more about the vital environmental issues our world is facing. She expanded her knowledge of ESG while aiding in research for VIBE's guidance report series. Connect and see more of Isabella's work: https://lnkd.in/g2m9Yr9w We recognize that our organization would not be where it is today without the unwavering dedication and tireless work of volunteers like Isabella. Together, we can continue to make a positive impact in our community and work towards a more sustainable future! If you are interested in volunteering with VIBE, please reach out to us too! Please visit and follow VIBE's new account on TikTok too: https://lnkd.in/g3ZcfmjC #VIBE #VerdaniPartners #builtenvironment #environment #sustainable #sustainability #sustainabledevelopment #buildingsector #green #greenpractices #climate #climatechange #climateaction #ESGReporting #USGBC #BOMA #AIA #NAIOP #volunteer #teamwork #dreamwork #volunteer #feature #grateful