Comments on: HOW GREEN RENNOVATIONS PAY OFF http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292 Southern California Office Real Estate Blog is your key to buying + selling in the Los Angeles office market. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 09:51:12 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.6.2 By: Jessica Jensen http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-141488 Jessica Jensen Fri, 14 Aug 2009 06:34:58 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-141488 Collect and recycle your e-waste. Electronic waste, also known as e-waste, includes printers, monitors, computers, and anything else with an on/off switch. E-waste should never go in the trash as it may contain toxic chemicals that can leach into the groundwater under landfills. Instead of just chucking it, take it to your local hazardous waste center, or contact one of the many recycling companies operating around the country. Since there’s value in the recycled components, look for one that doesn’t charge a fee for pick-up. You can find local resources for disposing of e-waste here. Collect and recycle your e-waste. Electronic waste, also known as e-waste, includes printers, monitors, computers, and anything else with an on/off switch. E-waste should never go in the trash as it may contain toxic chemicals that can leach into the groundwater under landfills. Instead of just chucking it, take it to your local hazardous waste center, or contact one of the many recycling companies operating around the country. Since there’s value in the recycled components, look for one that doesn’t charge a fee for pick-up. You can find local resources for disposing of e-waste here.

]]> By: Pac Park http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-125844 Pac Park Sun, 12 Jul 2009 07:52:03 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-125844 Pacific Park in Santa Monica has a solar powered Ferris wheel featuring more than 160,000 energy-efficient LED lights generating more than 71,000-kilowatt hours of renewable photovoltaic power. Pacific Park in Santa Monica has a solar powered Ferris wheel featuring more than 160,000 energy-efficient LED lights generating more than 71,000-kilowatt hours of renewable photovoltaic power.

]]> By: CalGreen http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-111173 CalGreen Mon, 08 Jun 2009 06:47:57 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-111173 GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS 2009 – FEEDBACK NEEDED ----------------------------------------------------------------- In an effort to promote sustainable buildings, California last year became the first state in the nation to adopt a statewide Green Building Code. Known as CalGreen, it is already being updated. Your input is critical. Your analysis and feedback is needed on the proposed changes for non-residential properties. To read the proposed changes for California Green Building Standards Code, Part 11, Title 24 -- Commercial, Industrial, and Retail Real Estate, http://www.cbpa.com/documents/CA%20Green%20Building%20Code%202009%20Update%20-%20Non-Residential.pdf. GREEN BUILDING STANDARDS 2009 – FEEDBACK NEEDED
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In an effort to promote sustainable buildings, California last year became the first state in the nation to adopt a statewide Green Building Code. Known as CalGreen, it is already being updated. Your input is critical.

Your analysis and feedback is needed on the proposed changes for non-residential properties. To read the proposed changes for California Green Building Standards Code, Part 11, Title 24 — Commercial, Industrial, and Retail Real Estate,
http://www.cbpa.com/documents/CA%20Green%20Building%20Code%202009%20Update%20-%20Non-Residential.pdf.

]]> By: SustainLane http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-103418 SustainLane Sat, 25 Apr 2009 05:45:53 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-103418 Top 10 Renewable Cities We present the Top 10 of US Cities that use renewable energies, according to SustainLane, this percentage is the amount of electricity that comes from renewable energies, such as solar energy. 1. Oakland, CA (17%) 2. Sacramento/SF/San Jose, CA (12%) 3. Portland, OR (10%) 4. Boston, MA (8.6%) 5. San Diego, CA (8%) 6. Austin, TX (6%) 7. Los Angeles, CA (5%) 8. Minneapolis, MN (4.5%) 9. Seattle, WA (3.5%) 10. Chicago, IL (2.5%) Top 10 Renewable Cities
We present the Top 10 of US Cities that use renewable energies, according to SustainLane, this percentage is the amount of electricity that comes from renewable energies, such as solar energy.

1. Oakland, CA (17%)

2. Sacramento/SF/San Jose, CA (12%)

3. Portland, OR (10%)

4. Boston, MA (8.6%)

5. San Diego, CA (8%)

6. Austin, TX (6%)

7. Los Angeles, CA (5%)

8. Minneapolis, MN (4.5%)

9. Seattle, WA (3.5%)

10. Chicago, IL (2.5%)

]]> By: U.S. Department of Energy http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-97764 U.S. Department of Energy Sat, 04 Apr 2009 18:49:21 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-97764 Obama Administration Announces $3.2 Billion for Energy Efficiency Improvements The Department of Energy has announced plans to invest $3.2 billion in energy efficiency and conservation projects in cities, counties, states, territories, and tribes. The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program, funded by President Obama's American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, will provide formula grants for projects that reduce total energy use and fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency nationwide. The funding will support energy audits and energy efficiency retrofits in residential and commercial buildings, the development and implementation of advanced building codes and inspections, and the creation of financial incentive programs for energy efficiency improvements. Other activities eligible for use of grant funds include transportation programs that conserve energy, projects to reduce and capture greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy installations on government buildings, energy efficient traffic signals and street lights, deployment of Combined Heat and Power and district heating and cooling systems, and others. Get all the details @ http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/news/daily.cfm/hp_news_id=160 Obama Administration Announces $3.2 Billion for Energy Efficiency Improvements

The Department of Energy has announced plans to invest $3.2 billion in energy efficiency and conservation projects in cities, counties, states, territories, and tribes.

The Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant program, funded by President Obama’s American Recovery and Reinvestment Act, will provide formula grants for projects that reduce total energy use and fossil fuel emissions, and improve energy efficiency nationwide.

The funding will support energy audits and energy efficiency retrofits in residential and commercial buildings, the development and implementation of advanced building codes and inspections, and the creation of financial incentive programs for energy efficiency improvements. Other activities eligible for use of grant funds include transportation programs that conserve energy, projects to reduce and capture greenhouse gas emissions, renewable energy installations on government buildings, energy efficient traffic signals and street lights, deployment of Combined Heat and Power and district heating and cooling systems, and others.

Get all the details @ http://apps1.eere.energy.gov/news/daily.cfm/hp_news_id=160

]]> By: CBPA Weekly Update http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-92210 CBPA Weekly Update Sat, 14 Mar 2009 01:56:44 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-92210 FEDERAL STIMULUS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY The California State Assembly Business and Professions Committee held an informational hearing to discuss how the incoming federal stimulus dollars may be used to “Green State Buildings.” Representatives from CBPA were present and provided testimony urging the state to move the money out the door as quickly as possible using the guideposts of the state’s already stringent energy code, the new green building standards, and suggesting the state rely on Energy Star as a metric. We also offered assistance to the state through the many energy efficiency programs that are focused on management of private buildings. FEDERAL STIMULUS FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY
The California State Assembly Business and Professions Committee held an informational hearing to discuss how the incoming federal stimulus dollars may be used to “Green State Buildings.” Representatives from CBPA were present and provided testimony urging the state to move the money out the door as quickly as possible using the guideposts of the state’s already stringent energy code, the new green building standards, and suggesting the state rely on Energy Star as a metric. We also offered assistance to the state through the many energy efficiency programs that are focused on management of private buildings.

]]> By: Paul Russo http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-90957 Paul Russo Sun, 08 Mar 2009 01:41:00 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-90957 I would like to ask how I could get on your bid list for your wood flooring needs. I have been in the business since the 70's and install, repair, recoats and sand and finish wood flooring. I am attaching some pictures of my work, if i can be of any help to you I would appreciate the chance to give you a bid on your wood flooring projects. If you have any questions feel free to contact me. Thank you, Paul Russo 909 560 5826 muggser@yahoo.com I would like to ask how I could get on your bid list for your wood flooring needs. I have been in the business since the 70’s and install, repair, recoats and sand and finish wood flooring.

I am attaching some pictures of my work, if i can be of any help to you I would appreciate the chance to give you a bid on your wood flooring projects.

If you have any questions feel free to contact me.

Thank you,

Paul Russo
909 560 5826
muggser@yahoo.com

]]> By: Nigel F. Maynard http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-83730 Nigel F. Maynard Sun, 08 Feb 2009 05:46:20 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-83730 The thrust of the Clean Energy Stimulus and Investment Assurance Act of 2009 is to create green-collar jobs and revitalize the economy through clean energy investments. Section 506 of the bill, offers property owners a 30 percent tax credit for qualified green roof expenses. The tax credit applies to both new and retrofit projects, but it requires that at least 50 percent of the roof area be covered with vegetation. The thrust of the Clean Energy Stimulus and Investment Assurance Act of 2009 is to create green-collar jobs and revitalize the economy through clean energy investments. Section 506 of the bill, offers property owners a 30 percent tax credit for qualified green roof expenses. The tax credit applies to both new and retrofit projects, but it requires that at least 50 percent of the roof area be covered with vegetation.

]]> By: THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-78454 THE NEW YORK TIMES COMPANY Sat, 17 Jan 2009 01:12:19 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-78454 Goals The New York Times Building at 620 Eighth Avenue was developed and constructed with three goals in mind: • To enhance the way we work by creating a comfortable and efficient workspace for Times Company employees. • To serve the Times Company’s long-term operational needs as an owner/user. • To reflect the Company’s values and make a meaningful contribution to New York City. The building was designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Renzo Piano in association with FXFOWLE Architects. The New York Times Company interior office space was designed by Gensler. Goals
The New York Times Building at 620 Eighth Avenue was developed and constructed with
three goals in mind:
• To enhance the way we work by creating a comfortable and efficient workspace for
Times Company employees.
• To serve the Times Company’s long-term operational needs as an owner/user.
• To reflect the Company’s values and make a meaningful contribution to New York City.
The building was designed by Pritzker Prize–winning architect Renzo Piano in association
with FXFOWLE Architects. The New York Times Company interior office space was
designed by Gensler.

]]> By: Erika Morphy http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-48877 Erika Morphy Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:37:38 +0000 http://www.socalofficerealestateblog.com/?p=292#comment-48877 next generation of LEED standards--LEED 2009 or LEED v. 3 as it is sometimes called--is heading toward the finish line. Final member balloting has been underway for close to a month and is set to end Nov. 14, at 5 PM EDT. Any industry stakeholders that wish to contribute have this week to contact the US Green Building Council. next generation of LEED standards–LEED 2009 or LEED v. 3 as it is sometimes called–is heading toward the finish line. Final member
balloting has been underway for close to a month and is set to end Nov. 14, at 5 PM EDT. Any industry stakeholders that wish to contribute have this week to contact the US Green Building Council.

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