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From the Director's Desk:
The celebrations are over, but I still would like to wish you a happy and prosperous New Year for 2010! Even though economic circumstances continue to be tight and uncertain, I know this will be a good year for CCSE, California and the nation in our journey toward a cleaner energy future. Read more. SANDEE Awards – It’s Not Too Late!
You can still nominate your business, your clients or yourself for the prestigious sixth annual San Diego Excellence in Energy (SANDEE) Awards that recognize people, projects and activities for achieving noteworthy energy savings in 2009. The awards are for leadership in energy efficiency, energy conservation, renewable energy and carbon dioxide reduction. Read more. SDSU Students Make Splash in Solar
The Associated Students of San Diego State University extended their commitment to a more sustainable campus by installing a solar photovoltaic ( PV) system to power the Aztec Aquaplex swim center. CCSE rewarded the students with a $286,116 rebate check from the California Solar Initiative during a ceremony held in December 2009. Read more. Beyond Standard Building Codes
New California building standards for energy efficiency that are 15 to 20 percent more strict than previous codes went into effect Jan. 1 in the state’s continuing move toward zero-net energy homes and buildings that will save energy and reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Read more. San Diego Solar Design Contest
An innovative design for a commercial carport incorporating thin-film photovoltaic panels in a fabric canopy won the inaugural sustainable tensile architecture design competition sponsored by CCSE and SKYShades of Southern California held in December. The winners were three San Diego NewSchool of Architecture and Design (NSAD) students – David Mandel, Robbie Bennett and Jason Yang. Read more. Green Learning Adventure Under Way
CCSE's Green Learning Adventure, a new, in-classroom enrichment program about global climate change and sustainable living, was presented for the first time at a parent-student science night at Bethune Elementary School in San Diego’s Bay Terraces neighborhood in November. Read more. Community Energy Action Hero
Interested in remodeling or building green? You can view and buy a host of energy-efficient and eco-friendly building supplies at an exceptional store in North Park called Olive Branch Green Building Supply. Owned by Lisa Cunningham, a LEED certified construction manager and building inspector, the store provides a selection of green building products from flooring and countertops to plumbing fixtures and paint. Read more.
Policy and Planning
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From the Director's Desk: Happy New Year SANDEE Awards – It’s Not Too Late! SDSU Students Make Splash in Solar Beyond Standard Building Codes San Diego Solar Design Contest
Did you know CCSE offers free, ongoing workshops on energy efficiency, solar energy, green building, transportation and climate change? Register now! Click on the links below or call (866) SDENERGY. Options for Lighting Retrofits Next Generation Data Center Solutions Solar Water Heating Basics for Home Owners
All Renewables, One Place Plan now to join thousands of government, business and technology professionals at a premier event for the renewable energy industry – RETECH 2010. The Renewable Energy Technology Conference & Exhibition (RETECH) will take over the Washington, D.C., Convention Center February 3-5 with more than 300 U.S. and global companies showcasing their products and technologies and more than 250 speakers. As an affiliate of CCSE, you can receive $100 off the registration by using the promotional code SUP2010. Go to www.retech2010.com. Time is running out.
Greening California Get up to date on the latest innovations and strategies for sustainable living at the Green California Summit and Exposition, March 15-17, at the Sacramento Convention Center. The event, sponsored by the nonprofit Green Technology, will highlight hundreds of green products and services and provide educational programs on a wide range of subjects such as renewable energy, sustainable building, green workforce, water management, transportation, government programs and more. For information and registration, visit their website.
Siobhan Foley Siobhan Foley provides strategic leadership to all facets of CCSE’s public communication efforts and directs the center’s special events, energy education, climate change and marketing teams. Prior to joining CCSE, Siobhan directed marketing and public relations initiatives for Bonneville Environmental Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to clean energy development and watershed restoration based in Portland, Oregon. She also managed outreach for the foundation’s Solar 4R Schools, a solar education program with more than 130 installations nationwide. Her previous experience includes managing marketing and public relations for the off-Broadway, nonprofit LAByrinth Theater Company and at Travelocity. Siobhan holds a B.A. degree in American history and English literature from Columbia University.
If you’re building or doing a remodel, it’s a great opportunity to rid you home of volatile organic chemicals or VOCs that are linked to numerous health problems. While you won’t be able to eliminate every source, avoiding products with high VOC emissions is possible by checking manufacturer reports. There are more than 400 VOCs typically found in homes, with 250 associated with carpeting. Among the tips are install the least amount of carpeting possible, buy only low-VOC paints and use solid wood for counters and cabinets. You’re whole family will breathe easier..
Current green job openings:
“I think the [green building] movement is intensifying. Within the next 5-10 years we'll see a lot more green buildings being built. Not just buildings but green cities, green environment, green master plans, green products, green lifestyles, green transportation. I'm very optimistic..” - Ken Yeang, Malaysian architect and ecologist
Help us STAND FOR LESS. So that everyone can enjoy life more. Please take a few minutes today and join us at www.standforless.com.
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