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August/September Newsletter

As we approach September, we find ourselves at a unique moment of balance, much like the upcoming equinox that will bring equal parts day and night. We are embracing this theme of balance and reflection, recognizing the importance of harmonizing the demands of work with the need for personal renewal. As we navigate this period of transition, we are reminded that finding balance in our lives can lead to a deeper sense of purpose and fulfillment in the work we do.

July Newsletter

As Summer heats up, so does the spirit of transformation at Build It Green! Just as the California landscape bursts with life, we’re cultivating opportunities in the housing sector. Our recent event, “Hidden Cost, Vital Opportunity: Unlocking Housing Through Equitable Infrastructure,” sparked discussions that are seeding new possibilities for regenerative development.

March/April Newsletter

Have you noticed what’s blooming this Spring? We’re not talking about those blossoms on your magnolia tree. We’re talking about the housing industry – beautiful opportunities for coalescing and ideating with fellow changemakers are blossoming across the state! As we see poppies and lupine spring from the soil, it’s apparent this season is inherently a time for taking action and tending to new growth.

Feburary Newsletter

California’s colder, shorter days of winter have many of us spending more time indoors reflecting. At Build It Green, we are constantly thinking about how to bring a regenerative lens to housing and what ‘home’ and ‘homeownership’ looks like.

December 2023 Newsletter

Whether it was gathering with us in person, attending a virtual event, working with your peers and Build It Green staff on an initiative, or simply following along with our newsletter, we truly appreciate your engagement with BIG in 2023.

November 2023 Newsletter

About two years ago, the historic Dixie Fire was declared contained. It displaced families, leveled historic buildings, and, among other places, flattened 963,309 acres of Greenville, a town of 1,000 people.

Alex Coba

Communication Associate

As a proud California native from Stockton, Alex brings a wealth of experience and a versatile skill set. He has a solid communication background with a Bachelor of Arts in Journalism and Public Relations from California State University, Chico. Alex is adept at strategic communications and media relations, with experience gathering and sharing stories from his local communities that uplift the unique spirit and values of those places. He is excited to join Build It Green, where he can apply his talents to further BIG’s mission to help communities across California thrive