If you are planning to attend Greenbuild '09. please let us know, so that we can build a local attendee list. Include your name, company, cell phone number, and, if you are staying at a hotel in Phoenix, which hotel. We will share this list, electronically, with those who are on it, to help you connect to each other during Greenbuild.
Send your information to Admin@usgbcaz.org , subject line “Greenbuild 09 Attendee”
Greenbuild '09 Scholarships Awarded
The Arizona Chapter facilitated the selection and awarding of USGBC scholarships for Greenbuild ’09 full conference registrations.
Categories were Social Equity and Young Professionals.
Congratulations: Candice Morris, Vernetra Young, Greg Kinkel, Christopher Samila, Rachel Hill, Chuck Jentlie, Patricia Ewanski, Maja Viteskic, Melanie Debo Stauffer, Pamela Posten, David Plotkin, Judi Quay and Judy Frieder!
Watch for more detail on our candidates and their stories in the next Chapter Newsletter, and USGBC Greenbuild press releases!
University Community Greenbuild Opportunity
Special Invitation for Members of the Arizona college and university community
Members of the Arizona college and university community are invited to
attend the Greenbuild Opening Keynote & Celebration at Chase Field
on Wednesday, Nov. 11.
For the low price of $10, students, faculty and staff can join with
thousands of Greenbuild attendees to hear the keynote address by Former
Vice President Al Gore and a performance by nine-time Grammy Award
winner Sheryl Crow.
Green Schools and Residential Green Building
Deadline: NOVEMBER 20TH
Annually, the Arizona Chapter selects two formal Chapter Advocates to report to USGBC on our Arizona effforts. This year, we are seeking interested chapter members, to consider becoming our Green Schools Chapter Advocate: Committed to promoting green building in schools in Arizona Residential Green Building Advocate: Committed to promoting residential green building in Arizona
These positions lead a statewide committee (each), and interact with/through branch based standing Advocacy committees.
If you would like to be considered for one of these formal Chapter Advocacy positions, please forward to Admin@usgbcaz.org , subject line “Chapter Advocate Nominee”, 2-3 paragraphs letting the Chapter know why you would like to lead these advocacy groups, and what your experience would bring to the position.
Explore Green Buildings in Arizona
Local Residents - Unable to attend Greenbuild this Year?
You can still take advantage of many of the local activities, tours, parties and networking.
The Arizona Branch Governing Council Elections booth is now open.
Arizona Chapter Members have the opportunity to vote on candidates for their respective branch 2010 Governing Council. Every known/current Arizona Chapter member was forwarded their unique username and password along with a link to the voting booth on Wednesday, October 28th.
The Election Booth will remain open for 30 days. Please contact the administrative office if you are unable to locate the email or if you need assistance with voting. Admin@usgbcaz.org or 602-840-2900
To view your candidates nomination, resume and bio's click on the links below.
Vice Chair - Stefanie Gerstle of Architectural Fusion
Secretary - Megan Bloomer of Xanterra
Treasurer - Jim Westberg of the Arizona Department of Commerce
Greenbuild Update
Connect to the Conversation! Opportunities for member Engagement and Fun!
TEMPE GREEN
STREETS
Tuesday, November 10, 6-10pm
Tempe is taking it to the streets - in a
green way.
Beginning
with Defining Sustainability at the ASU Art Museum,
which presents a series of dynamic and interactive projects that illustrate
sustainable ideas, the fun continues with:
The
Desert Doghouse Competition teams high school students with
professionals as they design and construct a sustainable doghouse. Ten lucky students
will showcase and auction their creations with all proceeds benefiting Habitat
for Humanity. Look for more action at:
Music
on Mill - musicians
and performers will cover a gamut of musical genres reflecting Tempe's vibrant music
history.
The
Market on Mill will be the first sustainable, carbon neutral market in Arizona.
Sustainable Living Classes will he held inside MADCAP Theaters, offering a wide
range of green living topics to attend for just $10. For more information
about the event visit www.tempe.gov/events/greenstreet. 480-858-2215
SCOTTSDALE GREEN STREETS
Thursday, November 12, 7-10pm
Green Streets Scottsdale will celebrate the city's
sustainability efforts as free events kick off in the Scottsdale Arts District,
along Main Street
and Marshall Way,
with live Latin Jazz musicians, organic beer tastings, eco-friendly public art
installations and interactive exhibits.
The Art Walk will feature artist demonstrations with
recycled and reusable materials and live, local music. The Southbridge and Scottsdale Waterfront areas
are set to feature interactive exhibits including a photographic journey
showcasing conservation efforts in the McDowell Sonoran Preserve,
virtual hiking and rock-climbing experiences, talks by renowned local
architects, a gallery of LEED-certified projects in the city and more.
For
more information about the event visit www.greenstreetscottsdale.com and for information about event
sponsorship opportunities call 480-889-2714.
PHOENIX GREEN STREETS
Friday Nov. 13, 6-10pm
Phoenix Green Streets is a FREE event, open to the public, celebrating green initiatives, sustainability, the arts, and urban living as the Grand
Finale of Greenbuild '09 International Conference & Expo.
The Green StreetsFestivalwill feature a premier Green Zone (see below). Roosevelt
St. is the hub of the First Friday Art Walk
in the City of Phoenix,
the largest free, monthly art walk in the nation that attracts diverse crowds
of over 20,000! Add to the mix the more than 25,000 expected for Greenbuild, and you have one heck of a party!!
The event will also feature local arts and crafts from First
Friday's finest, locally-grown food prepared by favorite local chefs, and a
beer garden hosted by Arizona's own Four Peaks Brewing Company featuring
seasonal local brews including our fall favorite, pumpkin beer!
LOW
COST GREEN VENDOR BOOTHS at Phoenix
Green Streets!
Vendor applications being taken for the first-ever Green Zone, being held November 13,
between 4th and 7th Streets on East
Roosevelt St. during the Phoenix Green Streets
event.
The Green Zone will feature demonstrations and low-cost booths ($250 or $300) for vendors showcasing eco-friendly, sustainable products and services, information about energy and water saving resources, regates and programs, and green job training opportunities.
FLAGSTAFF GREEN
STREETS
Saturday, November 14, 4-7pm, 8pm
Unwind in the Pineswith the Green Building Mixer at the Greenroom. Meet, greet, share secrets and lessons learned with every award-winning homebuilder and homeowner in Coconino County's Sustainable Building Program and the Residential LEED Certified homeowners and homebuilders. An open mic will be available to tell stories, share challenges and answer questions. Awards will be given to five new homes and the MNA.
Following the Mixer, the celebration continues at the Orpheum Theater at 8pm where the acoustic string band Hot Buttered Rum performs their plugged-in, percussive powerhouse music.
The 2009 CHAPTER ANNUAL MEETING
The 2009 Chapter Annual Meeting will be held the evening of December 4th in Tucson.
Come join the Chapter in our Southern Branch. For event details, please visit the AZ Chapter website calendar of events: Calendar
This annual meeting will feature the formal announcement of 2010 Branch Governing Council members, introduction of the 2010 chapter board of directors, member action/vote on updated Chapter by-laws expanding Chapter Membership voting and service opportunities, and the revelry and camaraderie of our sustainable community.
Building Green Discount
Building Green provides 25% Discount off Regular Prices
All Arizona USGBC Chapter Members
receive a 25% discount on all their products, including Subscriptions
and Memberships
to:
Books
and Directories, including:
GreenSpec®
Directory
Green Building Products
Your
Green Home
and Selected Proceedings from the first two
Greenbuild conferences:
The
Austin Papers
The
Pittsburgh
Papers
Bundle:
Austin Papers + Pittsburgh Papers
The discount may be applied to any order
by using a special URL, BuildingGreen.com/go/USGBC09 or promo code T09AA8C9.
Want to become a LEED AP or Green Associate under V3?
Join a study group in your area!
Facilitated study groups in the Phoenix Metro area will be available to members after Greenbuild. We are still building the list, and have more than 50 signed up to date. Don’t miss the Study Group Rollout!
Note: We will cap this (pilot) facilitated study group at 100 people (goal is 10 groups of 10 study mates, with mentors/facilitators).
Facilitated or not, Phoenix Metro area or not, let us know if you want some study mates in your area, and the chapter will endeavor to connect you to others in your zip code. E-mail Stephanie at Admin@usgbcaz.org , subject line: “Sign me up!”
If you would like to explore becoming a LEED Study group facilitator, and help others become LEED Accredited Professionals, e-mail the chapter: Admin@usgbc.org , subject line: “Facilitator”. This is a great way to build your network, help the chapter and your peers advance their knowledge and professionalism, and potentially earn a modest stipend. You must currently hold your LEED AP designation to potentially become a LEED AP Study Group facilitator. We hope to find 10 facilitators, for up to 10 small study groups across the Valley.
Girl Scouts Forever Green Community Action Project
Mentor Girls in Your Community
This is a great way for you to give
back to your local community and provide mentoring to the next generation. In
case you missed it, the Girl Scouts partnership kick-off webcast is archived on
the Extranet. If your
chapter has begun to engage your local Girl Scouts council, please email Amy
King at aking@usgbc.org and provide progress updates as
appropriate.
LEEDuser
New Tool for LEED 2009
LEEDuser contains tips and
guidance, written by professionals in the field, on applying LEED credits and
the LEED certification process. LEEDuser is a third-party resource not affiliated
with USGBC or GBCI. For more information, please visit USGBC's LEED Resources
page and click on visit LEEDuser.
LEED Online
At the login screen for LEED Online v3,
anyone can submit feedback or errata to the USGBC by clicking the ‘Feedback'
button at the bottom. Currently this tool is in development to include a
dynamic form with a wider range of options and features.
There are a few things for you to
be aware of regarding the feedback button:
The LOv3 feedback feature is currently not linked to
GBCI's exam/credentialing and project certification feedback feature.
As noted in the text, the functionality for the feedback
feature will be significantly updated in the coming months.
The two features will eventually be linked to provide a
more streamlined location for customers to provide feedback.
More information regarding the
feedback/errata feature, including the implementation process, will be
available in the fall.
The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
The
Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) in Chicago is working with the US
Green Building Council (USGBC) to develop a matrix that will assess the
transportation energy intensity (TEI) of buildings. TEI is a measure of
the amount of energy associated with getting people to and from a specific
building.
CNT
is looking for businesses and organizations that would be willing to
participate in data collection for the project. Parties interested in
participating would be asked to supply background information about the
building in which they are located and send out an inquiry to building staff
asking them to take a short survey that explores employee commuting patterns.
The
building does not have to be LEED certified for inclusion in the project. Below is a fact sheet with more information, please contact Sofia Becker at sbecker@cnt.org if you have any questions or
would like to take part.
Have you made your personal membership gift yet?
The Southern Branch continues to hold the lead, with 18% of their branch members making an individual donation. Thank you Southern Branch…You Rock!
AND - Is your firm in Budget Season? Please submit a funding support request for the Arizona Chapter!
The Chapter January 2010 Partnership campaign is beginning, and Chapter Partnership Chairs and board members will be calling our members and their firms over the next three months, to seek their financial partnership with the chapter. Please, get us in your budget so we can count on you! OR: Click here to become a Partner NOW!
Arizona Chapter Wish List
The activity level evident by this Chapter is only possible with your continued support and efforts...
In order to be able to get the word out to you in a more timely and better organized fashion, we are putting a call out to our membership for several helpers.
For example, we are in need of the following assistance:
A Wish List Collector/Editor – this person will be responsible for updating, editing and delivering the Chapter Wish List.
Contact for the Chapter Communications Policy and How to Get Information Uploaded/Included/Posted.
A liaison to many other committees, to collect and assemble information as it comes in.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS!
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USGBC Vision
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) vision is that buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life within a generation.
USGBC Mission
To transform the way buildings and communities are designed built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.
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About Us
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TEI Fact Sheet
