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Case Study: Darling-Wright Residence

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 03:27:05 GMT

Return to Case Study landing page The first GreenPoint Rated historic home-a Greene and Greene house in Claremont-showcases how to improve a building's environmental performance while protecting its architectural integrity. The GreenPoint Rating process, although challenging at times, we found the experience to be very rewarding and informative. -Alan Brookman, project architect Case Study Contents: Overview Energy Use and Greenhouse Gas Emissions Indoor Air Quality Natural Resources Water Conservation Community & Living Green Project Stats Location: Claremont, CA GreenPoint rated score: 49 Elements Year built: 1903 Original size: 2,940 square feet ...

Thu, 09 Feb 2012 00:48:49 GMT

GreenPoint Rated Rebate Increased to $2,000 in LA County The Energy Upgrade California program in Los Angeles County has doubled the rebate amounts for getting a GreenPoint Rated label. Learn More. (GreenPoint Rated label Rebate amounts in Alameda County are $1,000. Learn More.) Studies are showing that homes with green labels retain their value better and sell faster than conventional homes. Plus the label offers homeowners peace of mind that their home or remodel really is green - a healthier, more comfortable, and more resource efficient space for them and their families. Build It Green Members: Get a Discount to the Green California Summit Get 20% off your registration to the Green California Summit, the largest annual event focused on green policy, practice and technology....

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 23:00:23 GMT

GreenPoint Rated Checklists and Manuals The Checklists are a free resource. They are used to track the green building measures incorporated into a project and their associated point values. The Rating Manuals are essential companion documents to the GreenPoint Rated Checklists. They outline the specific applications, requirements, intent, and verifications for each of the GreenPoint Rated Measures to help you understand, interpret and implement each of the available points. The Manuals are available for purchase in PDF format only for $30 each. TO ORDER MANUALS: Download and complete the order form. Submit forms by email to bookkeeper@builditgreen.org or by fax 510-740-7233. All orders will be processed within one (1) business day. New Home Existing Home Download Single Family...

Wed, 08 Feb 2012 01:57:43 GMT

This job board lists current employment opportunities in all aspects of green building and the home performance industry, including openings for green remodelers, crew, consultants, energy auditors, field technicians and administrative and marketing staff. There is no charge for job seekers to view listings or post profiles and resumes. This job board is provided through a partnership of Build It Green and Energy Upgrade California in Los Angeles County. Quick Search Company Location Category SHOW ALL Accounting Administrative Auditor/Rater Contractor Crew Lead Energy Modeling Human Resources Installer Marketing Operations Sales Don't require travel

Funders and Partners

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 22:21:23 GMT

In addition to the financial support of our Members and Sponsors, Build It Green receives funding, endorsements, and other support from many generous foundations, public agencies, organizations, and business partners. Highlighted here are selected funders and partners that are currently supporting Build It Green's initiatives. Association of Bay Area Governments (ABAG) In 2008, ABAG endorsed GreenPoint Rated as a verification system for residential projects that encourages the rapid adoption of green building programs by Bay Area cities and counties. ABAG provides information about and publicizes the advantages of comprehensive green building programs and GreenPoint Rated to ABAG member jurisdictions . Bay Area Air Quality Management District The Bay Area Air Quality Management District awarded a grant to help Build It Green develop an online tracking system to track and report environmental benefits attributed to GreenPoint Rated, Build It...

Jobs

Tue, 07 Feb 2012 01:33:41 GMT

Build It Green is a professional non-profit membership organization whose mission is to promote healthy, energy and resource-efficient buildings in California. We are growing rapidly and are continually seeking quality applicants to assist with various programs that promote the design and construction of green buildings in California's single and multi-family residential sectors. Come join our team! Full-time opportunities Desktop Review Associate (application deadline: 2/21/2012) PG&E Building Science Sr. Project Manager (application deadline: 2/21/2012) Real Estate Outreach Project Manager (application deadline: 2/10/2012) Senior Project Manager (applications due 1/20/2012) Part-time opportunities Online Training Consultant We are looking for an experienced online training consultant to guide us in transitioning one or more of our trainings to an online format. The ideal person will have extensive knowledge of online...

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 00:55:13 GMT

Thirty-four talented staff contribute a diverse array of backgrounds and expertise to manage and implement Build It Green's departments and programs. Administration & Finance Catherine Merschel Executive Director email | ext. 104 Bruce Mast Director of Programs email | ext. 111 David Clerici Director of Finance email | ext. 129 Camela Nitollama Administrative Coordinator email | ext. 126 Kimara Smith Staff Accountant email | ext. 115 Tracie Delos Santos Receptionist email | ext. 109 Karis Ingram Executive Assistant email | ext. 109 ...

San Francisco Bay Area Guilds

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 20:39:03 GMT

There are four Guilds in the San Francisco Bay Area. Each Guild meets monthly in the South Bay, East Bay, North Bay and San Francisco. Pre-Registraion price: $10 Members, $15 Non-Members | At the Door: $15 Everyone South Bay Meets every first Tuesday of the month from 5 - 7PM at Harrell Remodeling in Mountain View. No meetings in Jan and Aug. View Schedule Sign up for the e-mail list - Green Bldg Prof Guilds Mtg Announcements Previous Presentations Please note - not all speakers provide their slide presentations for posting on our website. November 1, 2011 Electric Vehicles in 2011 (ppt) March 1, 2011 GreenPoint Rated, CalGreen and You - Tenaya Asan Handout: CalGreen Mandatory Preliminary Review Handout: CalGreen Tier Pre-requisite Review February 1, 2011 The Cost of Points in GPR - How to achieve a high GreenPoint Rating...

Build It Green Membership

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 19:04:15 GMT

We at Build It Green want the green building industry to succeed. We want builders to have the resources and training they need to thrive in the green building marketplace. Your membership dues make it possible for us to provide the high quality resources you've come to rely on. As a Build It Green Member, you are part of a community of green building professionals who are helping each other find new opportunities. Learn more about benefits, membership dues, or apply for Professional or Supporting Membership today. Already a Build It Green Member? Access your benefits now! (login required) Professional Member Benefits Supporting Member Benefits Professional Member Benefits Credibility and Visibility Listing in Our Members Directory A listing in the Build It Green Membership Directory with a link to your website promoting you and your involvement with Build It Green Use of the Build It Green Member Logo Exclusive...

Triple Training | Downey, CA | March 2012

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 00:50:31 GMT

Los Angeles County and Build It Green Present: Certified Green Building Professional + GreenPoint Rated Core + GreenPoint Rated Existing Home Single Family Scholarships are available to building professionals in LA County! See below for details. There has never been a better time for homeowners to make energy upgrades to their home and get a green label. Energy Upgrade California in LA County is offering up to $2000 in rebates for a label and up to $8000 for energy upgrades. Our trainings will help you take advantage of the business opportunities created by this rebate program. You'll learn the basics of green building as well as more advanced building performance techniques and become qualified to help homeowners get a green label for their home. For as little as $100 (with scholarship), this series is an investment in your business you can't afford to pass up! Apply now for the...

Save the World in 20 Slides

Wed, 01 Feb 2012 20:12:46 GMT

PechaKucha Night was devised in Tokyo in February 2003 as an event for young designers to meet, network, and show their work in public. Drawing its name from the Japanese term for the sound of chit chat, it rests on a presentation format that is based on a simple idea: 20 images x 20 seconds. It's a format that makes presentations concise, and keeps things moving at a rapid pace. We love this idea and will be hosting our version of PechaKucha at the following regional Guild meetings: South Bay - July meeting North Bay- November meeting Regional Deadlines and Other Info: South Bay TBD: Synopsis due - submit by e-mail to: TBD TBD: Response from committee TBD: Presentations due July 10: Event night - Register to attend North Bay TBD: Synopsis due - submit by e-mail to: TBD TBD: Response from committee TBD: Presentations due July 10: Event night - Register to...

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:30:09 GMT

Oakland Office 160 Franklin St, Suite 310 Oakland, CA 94607 510.590.3360 Phone 510.590.3361 Fax Los Angeles Office 523 W. Sixth Street, Suite 1128 Los Angeles, CA 90014 213.213.1960 Phone 213.213.1972 Fax Popular inquiries Energy Upgrade California: 510.590.3360 ext. 606 Professional Training: Registration & general inquiries: 510.590.3360 ext. 603 Recertification: 510.590.3360 ext. 605 GreenPoint Rated: 510.590.3360 ext. 604 Membership: 510.590.3360 ext. 108 Green Building Professionals Guilds: 510.590.3360 ext. 105 Government Relations Website Inquiries Rating Manuals & Green Building Guidelines Media Relations, Event Tabling & Speaking Opportunities: 510.590.3360 ext. 120 Accounting:...

Local Governments

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 01:01:51 GMT

Build It Green offers strategic assistance to local governments for developing, promoting, and implementing their green building policies and programs. Services provided by Build It Green include: Establishing and supporting Public Agency Councils in priority regions around the state Helping local governments reach the next level in their climate action goals through the Roadmap for Local Governments Conducting training for local government officials, policy makers, and staff Benchmarking and tracking local government policies, programs, and incentives to tap into emerging best practices and avoid reinventing the wheel. As awareness increases among state and local government agencies about the economic, health, environmental and social benefits of green building, a corresponding need exists for effective green building policies that these agencies can embrace and promote to their constituents. The policies we develop and promote are: ...

Green Building Professionals Guilds

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:21:33 GMT

Would you like to learn more about green building while expanding your professional network and business opportunities?

Come to a Green Building Professionals Guild (GBPG) meeting!

These educational events feature cutting edge green building and energy efficiency topics presented by experts in their field. Every meeting provides opportunities to share experiences, contacts and lessons learned.

Guilds meet monthly in various geographic locations. Learn more about Guilds In:

Or go directly to our online events calendar to register for an upcoming meeting.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 04:14:40 GMT

GreenPoint Rated adds value to the services you provide your customers. Add green building expertise to all your business offerings and give homeowners the assurance that their homes are healthier, and more energy and resource efficient. The GreenPoint Rated label is the mark of quality for green home construction. It is a recognizable, independent seal of approval that verifies a home has been built or remodeled according to proven green standards. And studies are showing that green labels like GreenPoint Rated can improve property values at time of sale. To make sure that every GreenPoint Rated home is healthy and efficient from the inside out, points for green home improvements are awarded across five different categories: ENERGY EFFICIENCY: lighting · insulation · heating and cooling · more ...

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 23:37:02 GMT

Ratings are performed by certified GreenPoint Raters, independent professionals who are trained and certified by Build It Green. The rating process is a non-invasive physical examination of building systems, structures, materials and components to assess energy and water efficiency, indoor air quality, resource efficiency of materials and construction methods, and construction quality.* The rater will generally engage in at least four of the five following activities during the course of project design and construction: Plan check, Rough inspection, Final inspection, Supporting documentation review, Performance testing. * The rating process is not intended to be technically exhaustive and should not be relied upon to identify potential construction defects. Process Find a Rater. Our online directory helps you find a Rater in your area. Ideally, you should hire your Rater before you...

Wed, 18 Jan 2012 19:43:47 GMT

To become a GreenPoint Rated Advisor or Rater, you must demonstrate education in green building and professional experience appropriate to the certification you are seeking. Once you have demonstrated your eligibility by applying for training, your next step will be to take Build It Green's GreenPoint Rated Core. Please see the matrix below for specific eligibility requirements related to your preferred certification. - Eligibility Requirements - Certifications GreenPoint Rated Core Green Building Education License/ Certification Building Performance Multifamily Experience New Home Advisor or Rater Existing...

Certified Green Real Estate Professional

Tue, 17 Jan 2012 23:57:45 GMT

Be your clients' go-to resource for healthier, higher quality, green homes. In this course, we'll demystify utility and local government rebate programs and teach you to help your clients navigate state disclosure regulations, consumer label programs, and green lending programs, including 203K and EEM's. You'll be better equipped to attract the green-minded homebuyer and provided added value to all your real estate relationships. This 2-day course focuses specifically on selling existing green homes in the California marketplace and will prepare you to take advantage of these new opportunities. After passing the exam you will receive your certification, and can be listed on Build It Green's Certified Professional Directory, which receives over 2500 searches per month. Topics covered in this class: The Value of a Green Home: Understand the market demand, regulatory changes and state initiatives. Energy...

Eligibility Requirements for GreenPoint Rated Raters and Advisors

Sat, 14 Jan 2012 00:19:14 GMT

About the Certified Green Professionals Directory

Mon, 09 Jan 2012 20:22:51 GMT

You can search for any of the following categories of Build It Green Certified Professionals in the Directory: CGBP - Certified Green Building Professional A person who has successfully completed the introductory, residential green building certification training. CG-REP - Certified Green Real Estate Professional A real estate professional who has successfully completed the Certified Green Real Estate Professional training. EH Advisor - GreenPoint Rated: Existing Home Advisor A person who designs, builds or advises on a GreenPoint Rated existing home project. As an advisor they are ineligible to verify and submit that project for certification. EHMF Rater - GreenPoint Rated: Existing Home Multi-Family Rater A person who verifies and submits an existing home multi-family project for a GreenPoint Rated certification. EH Rater - GreenPoint Rated: Existing Home Rater A person who verifies and submits an...