Green Technology

Moving forward for public transportation! 👏

The first zero-emission train in the U.S. has arrived in San Bernardino and you can ride it later this year The hydrogen-powered hybrid train will run on Metrolink's Arrow line, which links San Bernardino and Redlands.

🌟 **Exciting Announcement!** 🌟

We are thrilled to announce the keynote speakers and moderator for our upcoming Sustainability event in November!

Keynote Speakers:

1. Tamara Wallace
Senior Manager for the Energy, Sustainability, and Transportation unit, California State University Office of the Chancellor

Tamara is a distinguished leader in sustainability and climate action. Her work in carbon reduction and climate resilience is action-oriented through partner-building and implementation strategies.

2. Christos Chrysiliou
Chief Eco-Sustainability Officer, Los Angeles Unified School District
Christos is a renowned leader in sustainability and eco-friendly practices. His vast expertise and innovative strategies have significantly contributed to making LAUSD a model for sustainable education systems.

3. Eric Driever
Principal Architect, Division of the State Architect HQ/Codes and Standards

Eric brings over two decades of expertise in managing DSA access, fire/life safety, and sustainability programs. He has made significant contributions to regulation development for CALGreen in schools and CBC Chapter 11B Access Code.

4. Kelley Lê
Executive Director, UC-CSU Environmental and Climate Change Literacy Projects (ECCLPs), UC Irvine Center for Educational Partnerships

Kelley brings over a decade of experience in education, serving as a high school science educator, instructional coach, and educational leader. She is recognized for her leadership in environmental and climate change literacy and is the author of "Teaching Climate Change for Grades 6-12."

Keynote Moderator:

Jonathan Klein
Co-founder and CEO, UndauntedK12
Jonathan is a visionary leader working to support America's public schools in making an equitable transition to zero carbon emissions. His extensive experience includes co-founding GO Public Schools, Revolution Foods, and the Oakland Public Education Fund.

Join us for this incredible opportunity to gain vital insights and knowledge on sustainability from top experts in the field.

📅 Save the Date: November 13, 2024
📍 Location: Pasadena Conference Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
👉 Sign up now to reserve your spot!: https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes-registration

Link for details on reg: https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes-registration-details/

Stay tuned for more updates and mark your calendars. Let’s come together to learn, share, and commit to a brighter future! 🌱🌍

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce Eric Driever, Principal Architect at the Division of the State Architect HQ/Codes and Standards, as one of our esteemed keynote speakers at our upcoming event in November!

Eric brings over two decades of expertise in managing DSA access, fire/life safety, and sustainability programs, making significant contributions to regulation development for CALGreen in schools and CBC Chapter 11B Access Code. His leadership extends to overseeing the CASp Program and serving as the Executive Director of the Historical Building Safety Board.

Join us on November 13, 2024, at the Pasadena Conference Center to gain invaluable insights from Eric and other top experts in the field of sustainability and architecture.

📅 Save the Date: November 13, 2024
📍 Location: Pasadena Conference Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
👉 Secure your spot now at https://www.rsvpbook.com/GCSHES2024

🌐 Website link: https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes/

Stay tuned for more details and mark your calendars. Let’s collaborate towards a sustainable future!

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School Districts and Higher Education lunch and learns series at Fremont Union High School District, with guests from Santa Clara USD and adjacent schools joining in to learn about Roofing Solutions and HVAC solutions. Education on the different sustainable solutions to support facilities projects in the education sector is vital for California campuses. Thank you MBTechnology Corporation and Seeley International Americas!

Happy 4th of July! On this special day, let's celebrate not only our nation's independence but also our beautiful planet. Enjoy your festivities in an environmentally friendly way, such as by hosting a zero-waste picnic or using biodegradable fireworks. Thank you for your partnership, and have a green and joyous Independence Day!

**Calling all experts!!***

The Call for Presentations is open for the Green California Schools and Higher Education Summit! https://lnkd.in/gjRUgn6J

Topics we are looking for and that will be covered this year are:

Decarbonization and Embodied carbon
Climate change, Climate mitigation, climate adaption and literacy
Sustainability in the Curriculum and Student Engagement
Transformative solutions for outdoor learning environments
Community Schools
Environmental Literacy
CalGreen for Schools
Energy Code updates
Stormwater permits, MS4 permits, School changes and/or best practices.
CalSHAPE
Funding and grant opportunities for Schools & Higher Education: IRA, IIJA, school bus grant, green schoolyards grant
Organic Waste Recycling/ Waste Diversion – SB 1383
Best Practices for implementation of Sustainability or initiatives
Sustainable Infrastructure
Energy Efficiency – Zero Net Energy
Water Conservation, Water usages, Irrigation
Water filtration, Recycled water, greywater
Transportation electrification/Electric Vehicles and infrastructure
Sustainability Planning for Schools & Higher Education
Energy Benchmarking Program
Building Resiliency

Deadline for Submissions is September 5th, 2024.

Early Bird discount ends TODAY for the cheapest registration price for the Green California Schools & Higher Education Summit coming up in November! Don't miss this great offer! Sign Up Now!
https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes/

School District Vendor Briefing Lunch and Learn Series
Join us for a series of vendor briefing Lunch and Learns for school districts and colleges that serve as a crucial forum. Select vendors with environmental technology or services can communicate directly with the school district or college campuses. During this lunch and learn, vendors have the opportunity to showcase their products, solutions, or services tailored to the specific needs of schools or campuses. The briefing allows vendors to demonstrate how their offerings align with the district’s facility and sustainability goals.

These lunch and learns are important for school districts or universities as they enable administrators and educators to stay informed about the latest advancements in technology and services. Districts can explore innovative solutions and sustainable practices. These Lunch and learns facilitate a collaborative environment where school districts or universities can make informed decisions about adopting new technologies and services.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with Fremont Union High School District - Three dates at FUHSD available:
9 July 2024 - Roofing solutions and extending your roofs lifecycle & Hybrid HVAC solutions, new IAQ technologies
16 July 2024 - Outdoor classrooms and outdoor learning solutions & Benefits of Incorporating Recycled Paint to Buildings and Infrastructures
14 August 2024 - Comprehensive school facilities software for operations and planning & Alternative Funding solutions, turnkey solutions for schools, CALSHAPE assistance, & Trash/Recycling solutions.

More details here: https://lnkd.in/gUzWxeJz
Contact [email protected] to RSVP.

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Kelley Lê, Executive Director of the UC-CSU Environmental and Climate Change Literacy Projects (ECCLPs) at UC Irvine Center for Educational Partnerships, will be joining our esteemed panel of keynote speakers at the upcoming summit in November!

Kelley Lê brings over a decade of experience in education, serving as a high school science educator, instructional coach, and educational leader. She is recognized for her leadership in environmental and climate change literacy, having received the Friends of the Planet NCSE Award in 2022. Kelley is also the author of "Teaching Climate Change for Grades 6-12: Empowering Science Teachers to Take on the Climate Crisis Through NGSS" (2021).

Join us for this unique opportunity to hear from Kelley Lê and other top experts as they share invaluable insights on environmental education and sustainability.

📅 Save the Date: November 13, 2024
📍 Location: Pasadena Conference Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

👉 [Sign up now] (https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes-registration) to reserve your spot!

Stay tuned for more updates and mark your calendars. Let’s come together to learn, share, and shape a sustainable future! 🌱🌍

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟
We are thrilled to announce that Tamara Wallace, California State University, Office of the Chancellor, Assistant Director of Systemwide Sustainability, will be one of our keynote speakers at our upcoming event in November!

Tamara Wallace is a distinguished leader in sustainability and climate action. During her nearly 15-year career, her work in carbon reduction and climate resilience has been action-oriented through partner-building and implementation strategies. She is the team lead for the emerging Climate Action Grants Program, pursuing external funds prioritizing carbon reduction and campus resilience infrastructure projects.

Tamara is an elected member and current chair of AASHE’s STARS Steering Committee. She promotes access to climate research and literacy for all as a co-founder and Managing Editor for the CSU Journal of Sustainability and Climate Change and is a sitting member of the statewide Executive Committee for the Environmental and Climate Change Literacy Projects (ECCLPS) CSU-UC partnership.

Join us for this incredible opportunity to gain vital insights and knowledge on sustainability. Don't miss out on hearing from top experts in the field!

📅 Save the Date: November 13, 2024
📍 Location: Pasadena Conference Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.
👉 Contact https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes-registration-details/ and sign up now to reserve your spot!

Stay tuned for more details and be sure to mark your calendars. Let’s come together to learn, share, and commit to a brighter future! 🌱🌍

🌟 Exciting Announcement! 🌟

We are thrilled to announce that Christos Chrysiliou, Chief Eco-Sustainability Officer, Los Angeles Unified School District, will be one of our keynote speakers at our upcoming event in November!

Christos Chrysiliou is a renowned leader in sustainability and eco-friendly practices. His vast expertise and innovative strategies have significantly contributed to making LAUSD a model for sustainable education systems.

Join us for this incredible opportunity to gain vital insights and knowledge on sustainability. Don't miss out on hearing from top experts in the field!

📅 Save the Date: November 13, 2024
📍 Location: Pasadena Conference Center
⏰ Time: 8:00 A.M. - 5:30 P.M.

👉 Contact https://www.green-technology.org/gcshes-registration-details/ and sign up now to reserve your spot!

Stay tuned for more details and be sure to mark your calendars. Let’s come together to learn, share, and commit to a more sustainable future! 🌱🌍

Keynote speaker ⚡ Commissioner Andrew McAllister with Green Technology's Keith Miller at the 🌿 this month in Sacramento, talking and learning about strategies, best practices, and technologies behind successful public sector facility projects.

Congratulations to this years Sustainable Facilities Forum 2024 Leadership Award Recipients:

STATE GOVERNMENT
May Lee State Office Complex
California Department of General Services & HENSEL PHELPS

PUBLIC COLLEGE OR UNIVERSITY
California State University, Sacramento

K-12 PUBLIC SCHOOL
Modesto City Schools

PIONEER
Enrique M. Rodriguez
Associate Construction Analyst
California Building Standards Commission

ENVIRONMENTAL CHAMPION
Visions Quality Coatings

PIONEER
Hafsa Burt
Founder/Creative Director
HB+A Architects

We had a great Sustainable Facilities Forum last week!
Amazing Keynotes, a dozen education sessions, new environmental products and services on display and an outstanding group of inspirational awardees this year! Thank you all for coming and we look forward to seeing you next year!

Congratulations to Visions Quality Coatings on their newest location for recycled paint in Los Angeles, They had their Grand Opening on Friday, April 19th. Loved this amazing mural!

Let's celebrate our beautiful planet and take action to protect it together.

Here is what Commissioner, Andrew McAllister has to say about the Forum coming up in May: “Learning by doing and then convening to share lessons can move California towards climate solutions more quickly and completely. The Sustainable Facilities Forum is a worthwhile event.”

Don't miss this years Forum and Commissioner McAllister at the Keynote on May 9th! https://lnkd.in/gNnfNavB California Energy Commission

Heard about the Education Sessions @ this year’s Sustainable Facilities Forum?

From lower carbon buildings to EV fleets to energy code updates, come get the latest and best info on making California a truly sustainable & green state!

Register now:
https://www.rsvpbook.com/event.php?540933&540933=

Sustainable Facilities Forum 2024 Join us for an in-person event highlighting strategies, best practices and technologies behind successful public sector facility projects. The program for this years Forum includes access to education sessions, keynote, Leadership Awards and to the sustainable products displays. The Forum is designe...

Congratulations to our 2024 student research grant recipients! Each year, CNPS awards research grants to students who focus on native plants within the natural and social sciences. 🌿 We are so proud to support the research of this year’s 15 recipients, who are contributing to the understanding and conservation of our native flora. Investing in the next generation of native plant research is an essential part of our mission! 🔬

Read on to learn more about this year’s student research grant recipients: https://tinyurl.com/cnpsgrant24-fb

CNPS 2024 student grant recipients Sage Ellis, Andrea Romero, Cameron Jones, Aidan Harrington, and Killian Cook.

📢 is seeking a strong candidate to be our next Distributed Electricity Backup Assets (DEBA) Program Specialist in our RREDI Division!

The ideal candidate will have a high level of knowledge, skill, and ability in the areas of grid reliability, demand flexibility, renewable energy, energy markets, and distributed energy resources.

⚡Apply by 3/21/2024: https://bit.ly/49MhDLq

📬 Contact our Recruitment and Outreach team with questions about this opportunity or eligibility requirements: [email protected]

Call for Presentations is EXTENDED!

We have TWO more slots to fill at the Sustainable Facilities Forum, and are looking for specific subject matter experts in the areas of Water Solutions, Waste Diversion and Power Budget Alternatives 2025.

Interested? Sign up now!
https://form.jotform.com/223555319557160

Sustainable Facilities Forum Session Submission Please click the link to complete this form.

Donate food to help people in need and keep it from going to waste! A federal law encourages more food donations and protects donors from liability. Donate now! More info: https://ow.ly/9zT650QSvsc

May 9th is rapidly approaching! Have you gotten your ticket for the Sustainable Facilities Forum yet? 🌿🏢

Register before March 22nd for the Early Bird Discount! 🐦

Sustainable Facilities Forum 2024 Join us for an in-person event highlighting strategies, best practices and technologies behind successful public sector facility projects. The program for this years Forum includes access to education sessions, keynote, Leadership Awards and to the sustainable products displays. The Forum is designe...

🌟 History in the making! It's Women History Month, and we're highlighting two trailblazing women who'll speak at our Inclusive STEMM Excellence Institute this July; Caroline Sanchez Crozier, Founder & CEO of Latinx Digital Leaders Now and Lillian Martinez, CEO of oSTEM Incorporated!

Hear from these amazing women and register today! https://greatmindsinstem.org/inclusive-stemm-excellence-institute

Society of Women Engineers - SWE

Join us for the Business Meeting on March 13, 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m. 📅

🏢In-person: California Natural Resources Agency Auditorium, 715 P Street, Sacramento (♿️Wheelchair Accessible)

Remote via Zoom: ID: 938 6923 0237, Passcode: mtg@10am 💻

Details: https://bit.ly/March2024BizMeeting 🔗

📝On the Agenda:
⚡️ Up to $35M to make EV charging cost-effective & grid-friendly
🧠 $3.5M grant for a tool to help utilities & communities plan for climate impacts
🔌 $3M to train electricians for infrastructure
🚗 $6M for LA County to expand EV charging in underserved areas

California's nation-leading rules to slash single-use are now open for public input. Less than 9% of plastic gets recycled. New law requires producers to cut waste and make recycling succeed.

More info: https://rb.gy/ltcazp