As my fellowship with the U.S. Green Building Council and LEED for Cities team comes to an end, I am happy to share the Equity Guide I have been working on throughout the year. This document is primarily intended for local governments engaging with the unique equity concerns in their jurisdiction in combination with their fight against climate change. For local governments involved in LEED for Cities certification, this guide can be used as a tool alongside the process of certification and post-certification action/implementation. For those not yet involved with LEED for Cities, this guide can be used as a framework for municipal equitable climate action plans. Centering equity in sustainability sets the standard that every action and goal can and should consider equitable outcomes. This standard results in a just distribution of resources to protect all communities from climate-related hazards. Equity takes many forms locally, this guide is a starting point for these explorations. Thanks to Hilari Varnadore, CC-P, Samuel Leu, Larissa McFall, Assoc. AIA, NOMA, LEED Green Associate, and Selina Holmes for their help along the way. U.S. Green Building Council U.S. Green Building Council - U.S. Market Insights
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As my fellowship with the U.S. Green Building Council and LEED for Cities team comes to an end, I am happy to share the Equity Guide I have been working on throughout the year. This document is primarily intended for local governments engaging with the unique equity concerns in their jurisdiction in combination with their fight against climate change. For local governments involved in LEED for Cities certification, this guide can be used as a tool alongside the process of certification and post-certification action/implementation. For those not yet involved with LEED for Cities, this guide can be used as a framework for municipal equitable climate action plans. Centering equity in sustainability sets the standard that every action and goal can and should consider equitable outcomes. This standard results in a just distribution of resources to protect all communities from climate-related hazards. Equity takes many forms locally, this guide is a starting point for these explorations. Thanks to Hilari Varnadore, CC-P, Samuel Leu, Larissa McFall, Assoc. AIA, NOMA, LEED Green Associate, and Selina Holmes for their help along the way. U.S. Green Building Council U.S. Green Building Council - U.S. Market Insights
Advancing Equity | U.S. Green Building Council
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Driving sustainability through the retrofit agenda Paul Mann, Gleeds’ Director for Consultancy (North England), recently participated in Building Magazine's Building the Future Think Tank roundtable in Newcastle. The event focused on addressing retrofit challenges in the region. Key insights: - Tackling poor housing quality and climate change impacts - Enhancing collaboration among industry, government and communities - Addressing the skills gap and securing long-term funding - Making policy recommendations for the new government - The main takeaways highlighted the need for improved finance access, skills development, and the need for public buy-in. Read the full article: https://lnkd.in/eeGrfqmt
Leading from the front: Driving sustainability through the retrofit agenda in the North-east of England
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"As we mark Earth Day, it serves as a poignant reminder of the global imperative to embrace sustainable practices across all sectors, including the built environment. With climate change increasingly impacting communities worldwide, the property development sector faces mounting pressure to adopt responsible and eco-conscious approaches to construction and urban planning." #sustainability Today in Building Design. industry experts discuss the importance of sustainability within the built environment and how it is being implemented. https://lnkd.in/erhb9gDk
Demystifying ESG on Earth Day – industry perspectives
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Over the past several decades, the global green building community has proved that buildings can significantly reduce carbon emissions and natural resource consumption; protect biodiversity; create healthier indoor environments; support disaster mitigation, preparedness and recovery; improve affordability; and drive the creation of financial value, among other groundbreaking outcomes. Scientists have long emphasized the necessity of cutting global carbon emissions by at least 50% by 2030 to avert the worst impacts of climate change, making building decarbonization a top priority. This report highlights USGBC's role in championing sustainable building practices and advocating for decarbonization efforts.
From Vision to Action: USGBC's Commitment to Building Decarbonization | U.S. Green Building Council
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The Good Homes Alliance Build Net Zero Now conference is less than a week away, and all Green Register members can get a discount on tickets! Book your ticket now for a day of debates, expert insight, exhibition and networking as speakers discuss: - Are the recently announced Future Homes Standard proposals really ‘fit for the future’? - What are the implications of the December 2023 WMS for progressive councils across the UK who are seeking to meet their climate emergency commitments? - The key steps required to unlock investment and incentivise the delivery of net zero homes. - How we must adapt and make our buildings more resilient to a changing climate, through appropriate shading design and specification, to mitigate overheating risk. - The vital role for housebuilders in enhancing biodiversity in new housing developments. - How to overcome ever-increasing water supply/demand issues and improve water quality. - Leading edge thinking and aspirational policies are required to accelerate change and help tackle the climate crisis. Can we develop an ambitious ‘new manifesto for housing’ - championing net zero, healthy homes, community led housing, embodied carbon, building performance, the circular economy and more? https://lnkd.in/ehvtNFwy
Good Homes 2024 Annual Conference - Good Homes Alliance
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Our Head of Sustainable Investment, Stephane Villemain, and our Director of Sustainable Investment Europe, Bertrand Absolut, participated in the Building and Climate Global Forum last week. This major event, for which Bertrand worked as rapporteur, was organized by the UN Environment Programme and the French Ministère Écologie Territoires brought together governments and private companies from around the world to accelerate the decarbonisation and resilience of buildings worldwide. The forum culminated in the signing of the Chaillot Declaration by nearly 70 countries, a significant step forward in the implementation of the Paris Agreement. This document proposes a holistic approach to tackling climate change in the building and construction sector through concerted efforts by governments and industry. As a leading economic player engaged in the transformation of the real estate industry, we are proud to support these commitments, which include the establishment of clear regulatory and financial frameworks to accelerate the decarbonisation of real estate.
Buildings and Climate Global Forum
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Last month in Newcastle, our very own Environmental Manager, Asimina (Mina) Cole, joined industry experts to brainstorm innovative ways to advance retrofit initiatives in the North East. 🧠💥 The consensus? The work being done in the retrofit space is crucial for our region, especially given the impacts of climate change and the unique characteristics of our housing stock. Key discussions focused on funding, skill development, and the necessity for ongoing collaboration between government and industry. We emphasised that long-term strategies are essential—short-term, stop-start measures won't suffice. Engaging our communities and raising awareness about the importance of this work remains a top priority for us at RE:GEN Group. 🙌 Read more about the roundtable insights and outcomes in the link below. Let's continue building a sustainable future together! Thanks to Building Magazine for having us. 🌏 #Retrofit #Sustainability #ClimateAction #CommunityEngagement #REGEN https://lnkd.in/eeGrfqmt
Leading from the front: Driving sustainability through the retrofit agenda in the North-east of England
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🌍 Have you heard? The World Green Building Council (WorldGBC) has led the Buildings Breakthrough Priority Action 1, focusing on 'Standards and Certification'. This initiative, announced at the Global Solutions Forum, aims to make near-zero emissions and resilient buildings the new norm by 2030. 🌱✨ This game-changer for the construction industry aligns perfectly with FP Construction's mission to revolutionize building practices with our innovative, eco-friendly additives. 🏗️🔧 Why is this important? 🌟 Global standards: Establishes common principles for sustainable construction. 🌍 Climate action: Accelerates efforts to meet the Paris Agreement’s goals. 🏆 Industry leadership: Enhances collaboration between governments and the private sector. Read the full article to learn more about this initiative here: https://lnkd.in/e79mH4vm 📖 #FPConstruction #FullSulate #sustainability #netzero #greenbuilding #eco-friendly #constructioninnovation #energyefficiency #worldgbc #climateaction #sustainabledevelopment #leadership
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How can construction projects provide better environmental outcomes and benefit community? Join Meridian Energy's next webinar on October 4th to discuss:
How can construction projects provide better environmental outcomes and benefit the community? 👷♂️ That's the topic of our next Tackling Zero webinar. Join Meridian's Head of Sustainability, Tina Frew, and our Environmental and Sustainability Design Manager, Lloyd Clark CEnv FIEMA, as they discuss how Meridian's spearheading sustainability in construction projects. You can register for the webinar here: https://bit.ly/3MlCKKv We know we have a role to lead discussion around tackling climate change, and we’d love for you to be a part of this one. #Sustainability #ClimateChange #CleanEnergy #Environment #Construction
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Don’t just build green, build smart - check out the latest exclusive feature with Environment+Energy Leader news where our Director of Sustainability, Wijnand Bruinsma, explains why the current certifications might be missing the mark. “A whole-lifecycle approach in green building certifications will ensure that we don’t just address emissions in isolated phases, but tackle them comprehensively across the entire lifespan of a building.” Join us in redefining green building practices and make this World Green Building Week the start of reshaping the built environment. Learn more: https://lnkd.in/d7_a7j8X #AkzoNobel #BuildingTheTransition #WGBW24 World Green Building Council
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Aspiring Circular Economy Specialist | Policy Analyst | Project Manager | Community Builder
4moIt was so great to connect with you for this short time through USGBC! I'm so saddened to finish out the summer without you on the team but hope to stay connected in the future !