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(https://usgbc-la.org/events/?m= c_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Upcoming USGBC California Trainings Apr. 17 / 12:00pm / Lessons Learned: The Fundamentals of Carpet Recycling= (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/862324334297?aff=3Doddtdtcreator&mc_cid=3Db= 9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Apr. 18 / 9:00am / USGBC-CA Extreme Heat for Construction Professionals (h= ttps://www.eventbrite.com/e/usgbc-la-extreme-heat-for-construction-profess= ionals-tickets-852412999227?aff=3Doddtdtcreator&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) Apr. 25 / 5:00pm / USGBC-CA Wildfire Defense Professional Certificate: Lan= dscapers Module (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/usgbc-la-wildfire-defense-pr= ofessional-certificate-landscapers-module-tickets-824631343547?aff=3Doddtd= tcreator&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 22 / 9:00am / Where Rigor Meets Accessibility: Exploring Certification= and Decarbonization with GBI's Green Globes (https://www.eventbrite.com/e= /where-rigor-meets-accessibility-exploring-certification-and-decarbonizati= on-with-gbis-green-globes-tickets-861708030917?aff=3Doddtdtcreator&mc_cid= =3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Look further into our 2024 trainings schedule! (https://usgbc-la.org/event= -category/trainings/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Upcoming Community Events April 18 / 10:00am / NBI and CEDA | Low-Global Warming Potential Refrigera= nts (https://us06web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_qlJ2NmPVRGiHWL6kmjRHgg?mc= _cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID#/registration) April 18 / 11:00am / AWWEE | =E2=80=8B=E2=80=8BInnovations in Managing Wat= er: Communications and Marketing (Part 1) (https://awwee.org/events/apr-18= -innovations-of-managing-water?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 19 / 8:00am / AIA LA COTE | 1.5=E2=84=83 Symposium (https://www.aial= osangeles.org/home/aiala-events/1-5-degrees-c-climate-change/?mc_cid=3Db9e= c92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 19 / 9:00am / AWWEE | Earth Month Virtual Coffee Networking Hour (ht= tps://awwee.org/events/apr-19-networking?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQ= ID) April 20 / 8:00am / FoLAR | Earth Day Habitat Restore & Renew (https://sup= port.folar.org/event/earth-day-habitat-restore-and-renew/e565781?mc_cid=3D= b9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 23 / 10:00am / USGBC | LEED v5: Quality of Life and Ecosystem Conser= vation & Restoration (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/leed-v5-quality-of-life= -and-ecosystem-conservation-restoration-1-pm-et-registration-865619339747?= aff=3Dodeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 24 / 7:30am / ULI LA @Beehive | Urban Marketplace=2C from LA84 to LA= 28 (https://la.uli.org/events/detail/4ED90A06-DF34-4E2E-9CC3-A2F74EB83322/= ?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (https://cmaasc.org/event-5595123?= mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 24 / 9:00am / SoCalGas | Smart Operation and Maintenance (O&M) for H= igh Performance Buildings (https://seminars.socalgas.com/prod/emc00/EventS= earch.htm?mid=3D9&EvtID=3D66663&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (ht= tps://la.uli.org/events/detail/4ED90A06-DF34-4E2E-9CC3-A2F74EB83322/?mc_ci= d=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 25 / 9:00am / CMAA SC | The Latest on Prevailing Wage=2C Apprentices= hip=2C Skilled and Trained Workforce Requirements and New Laws (https://cm= aasc.org/event-5595123?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 25 / 12:00pm / USGBC NCC | Building Transformation Forum: Equity in= the Built Environment (https://web.cvent.com/event/5ecefe06-b69d-4c5d-94c= 6-7f65f4194d93/summary?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) April 25 / 6:00pm / ASCE LA | Upcoming changes to P.E. Licensure April 26 / 9:30am / Green Home Institute | LEED for Homes Virtual Green Ra= ter Training (https://greenhomeinstitute.org/leed-for-homes-virtual-green-= rater-training/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (USGBC-LA members get= 10% off with code =E2=80=9CUSGBCLARATER=E2=80=9D) April 26 / 1:00pm / SD GBC | Earth Month Volunteer Day (https://docs.googl= e.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd0vzJX2AxXX_U5mzuoKwTusqZMAtKPW6BNInQdurrGnprHyw/v= iewform?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (https://greenhomeinstitute= =2Eorg/leed-for-homes-virtual-green-rater-training/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_e= id=3DUNIQID) April 30 / 8:30am / Hispanic Coalition of Small Business | Spheres os Sust= ainability Summit (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/spheres-of-sustainability-= summit-tickets-780870955047?aff=3Dodeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_e= id=3DUNIQID) May 1 / USGBC | U.S. Market Insights Summit: Workforce Development in Gree= n Building SUBMISSIONS DUE (https://usgbc.wufoo.com/forms/r1myn7d61cq5ctd/= ?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 2 / 8:00am / USGBC Redwood Empire | 2024 North Bay Zero Waste Symposiu= m (https://usgbc-rec.org/2024-north-bay-zero-waste-symposium-keynotes-anno= unced/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 3 / 10:00am / Architect=E2=80=99s Newspaper | Using the New AISC and A= SCE Specifications for Sustainable & Resilient Structural Stainless Steel= Design (https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_m8dBHUGPRXutD2BkZ853_= A?trk_msg=3DBHT71T5O6L84V57A2VASCB5S90&trk_contact=3DKRJ5F5D3FM2O9QMN0VPQP= 3V8J0&trk_sid=3DU911BGN33COKQKGMVGSGPHA94S&trk_link=3DMSLAIRG64LU490JS4GA1= BOMG3C&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID#/registration) May 7 / 12:00pm / CMAA SC | Assignment:Earth - a Holistic Approach to Sust= ainability in a Higher Education Setting (https://cmaasc.org/event-5634435= ?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 7-9 / IWBI | WELL Conference: RECHARGE (https://www.wellcertified.com/= events/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 7-9 / ILFI | Living Future Conference (https://www.livingfutureconfere= nce.org/event/2473f788-aa25-45ab-8d52-8299cc1bbeb2/summary?mc_cid=3Db9ec92= 826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (in Atlanta=2C GA) (10% off with code =E2=80=9CUSGBC= LF24=E2=80=9D) May 9 / 7:30am / LABC (https://business.labusinesscouncil.org/ap/Events/R= egister/01HJqdXFYHwCR?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 10 / 7:30am / LABC | 22nd Annual Mayoral Housing=2C Transportation & J= obs Summit (https://business.labusinesscouncil.org/ap/Events/Register/01HJ= qdXFYHwCR?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 11 / 12:00pm / Dashboard.Earth | Griffith Park Cleanup Hike (https://w= ww.eventbrite.com/e/griffith-park-cleanup-hike-dashboardearth-tickets-8524= 32517607?aff=3Doddtdtcreator&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 12-15 / 17th Annual VerdeXchange (https://www.verdexchange.org/?mc_ci= d=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 15 / 6:00pm / AWA+D | Professional Development: Tools of the Trade - A= I at Work (https://www.awaplusd.org/events-listing?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_= eid=3DUNIQID#!event/2024/5/15/tools-of-the-trade-ai-at-work) May 17 / 8:30am / Women in Cleantech & Sustainability | Pro Development:= Identifying & Leveraging Transferable Skills for a Sustainability Career= (https://www.womenincleantechsustainability.org/pdw-skills-5-17-24/?mc_ci= d=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) May 20 / 12:00pm / SD GBC | Design Strategies to Mitigate Climate Change= (https://www.sd-gbc.org/design_strategies?utm_campaign=3Dapril_2024_newsl= etter&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_source=3Dusgbcsd&mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) May 21-23 / The Climate Registry | Climate Leadership Conference (https://= climateleadershipconference.org/?mc_cid=3Db9ec92826b&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (10%= off w. 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Wed= =2C Apr 17

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT / Join us online!

TOMORROW= ! Discover the transformative journey of wall-to-wall carpet and= carpet tile recycling with The Fundamentals of Carpet Recycling Virt= ual Workshop! Dive into the groundbreaking advancements in California'= s carpet recycling scene following the passage of AB 2398=2C the first carpet stewardship law in the country.

Join Lisa Mekis=2C a seasoned expert from CARE=E2=80=99s Cal= ifornia Carpet Stewardship Program=2C as she covers the law=E2=80=99s= requirements=2C how the stewardship program functions=2C and the carpet r= ecycling process=2C along with challenges ranging from carpet collection t= o processing to market development. Learn how you can contribute to and be= nefit from this sustainable movement. Your involvement is pivotal for CARE= to enhance its commercial services.
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Wed= =2C Apr 24

Time: 2:30 PM - 4:00 PM PT / Join us online!

Looking for a ne= w job within the sustainability industry? Join us at our LA Green Jobs: Virtual Career & Resource Fair!

If you're looking for an opportunity to speak directly with hiring manager= s in the sustainability industry for the built environment=2C this is= a great opportunity for you! Seek advice from job placement spe= cialists and job readiness programs. Some of our past parti= cipating employers include Elite Talent Solutions=2C Chargi= e=2C Therapeutic Play Foundation=2C North East Trees=2C and more! Check out our Green Jobs Page for current opportunities.

Participating Companies on 4/24 (more to be announced!):<= /p>

This is not just= a career fair=E2=80=93we have professional development training opportuni= ties thanks to our workforce development partners. Register your profile i= n our Professional Directory to strengthen your profes= sional development and connect with other sustainability professionals.&nb= sp;USGBC California is committed to helping you access a green&n= bsp;job!
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Thurs= =2C Apr 25

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM PT / Join us online!

What happens aft= er the rain? Join us for the 150-minute "USGBC California Wildfi= re Defense Professional Certificate" training to equip yourself w= ith essential knowledge and strategies for safeguarding homes and landscap= es against wildfires. Developed to empower contractors and landscaper= s=2C this training covers crucial aspects such as materials=2C maintenance= practices=2C and firewise design practices proven to mitigate fire&n= bsp;risks.

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This program off= ers real-world examples and comprehensive guidance=2C ensuring you're prep= ared to reduce fire risks effectively. Sign up today and become= an advocate for safer communities!
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Fri= =2C Apr 26

Time: 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM PT / Join us online!

Join us for a fa= st-paced & engaging LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Webinar= =2C designed to give you the guidance=2C tools=2C and direction needed to= successfully pass the exam!

This vir= tual training will focus on key areas covered on the test=2C including:

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Are you rea= dy to drive towards a greener future with an electric vehicle (EV)=2C but= concerned about the costs? Maybe you=E2=80=99ve heard that there are tax= credits and rebates that could be available to you=2C but don=E2=80=99t k= now where to start? USGBC California=E2=80=99s Green Homes initia= tive is thrilled to announce our partnership with Incentivize =E2=80=93 a= groundbreaking new platform designed to simplify the process of accessing= EV rebates and tax credits =E2=80=93 and a member of our Net Zero Ac= celerator 2023 cohort.

Introducing the Incentivize Rebate Calculator =E2=80=93 your ul= timate solution to navigating the world of EV rebates with ease. This user= -friendly tool calculates all relevant federal=2C state=2C local=2C and ut= ility programs available to your household=2C making it easier than ever t= o purchase a new or used electric vehicle and charger of your choice.

Incentivize is dedicated to making billions of dollars in government and u= tility incentives for EVs and EV chargers accessible=2C ensuring EV buyers= can easily obtain every rebate and tax credit they deserve. Incentivize w= ill send you your own free Rebate Report right to your inbox =E2=80=93 inc= luding personalized eligibility checks and potential savings estimates =E2= =80=93 so you can make your EV purchase with confidence. Join us in our jo= urney to transform the rebate user experience for the betterment of both p= eople and the planet!

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Hear from Incentivize CEO & Founder Michael Kadish= in this blog post as we launch the Los Angeles pilot
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Thank you to LADWP for supporting this work.
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Apr. 23 = / 12:00pm / USGBC California Virtual Town Hall Meeting
Apr. 24 / 2:30pm / LA Green Jobs - Virtual Career & Resource Fair
May 8 / 1:00pm / Post-Advocacy Day Virtual Recap & Next Steps
May 23 / 8:00pm / California Green Building Conference 2024

Look further in= to our 2024 event schedule!
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Apr. 17 / 12:= 00pm / L= essons Learned: The Fundamentals of Carpet Recycling
Apr. 18 / 9:00am / USGBC-CA Extreme Heat for Construction Professionals
Apr. 25 / 5:00pm / USGBC-CA Wildfire Defense Professional Certificate: Landscape= rs Module
May 22 / 9:00am / Where Rigor Meets Accessibility: Exploring Certification and Dec= arbonization with GBI's Green Globes
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A= pril 18 / 10:00am / NBI and CEDA | Low-Global Warming Potential Refrigerants
April 18 / 11:00am / AWWEE | =E2=80=8B=E2=80=8BInnovations in Managing Water: Communica= tions and Marketing (Part 1)
April 19 / 8:00am / AIA LA COTE | 1.5=E2=84=83 Symposium
April 19 / 9:00am / AWWEE | Earth Month Virtual Coffee Networking Hour
April 20 / 8:00am / FoLAR | Earth Day Habitat Restore & Renew
April 23 / 10:00am / USGBC | LEED v5: Quality of Life and Ecosystem Conservation &= Restoration
April 24 / 7:30am / ULI LA @Beehive | Urban Marketplace=2C from LA84 to LA28 
April 24 / 9:00am / SoCalGas | Smart Operation and Maintenance (O&M) for High Perfo= rmance Buildings 
April 25 / 9:00am / CMAA SC | The Latest on Prevailing Wage=2C Apprenticeship=2C Skille= d and Trained Workforce Requirements and New Laws
April 25 / 12:00pm / USGBC NCC | Building Transformation Forum: Equity in the Built Env= ironment
April 25 / 6:00pm / ASCE LA | Upcoming changes to P.E. Licensure
April 26 / 9:30am / Green Home Institute | LEED for Homes Virtual Green Rater Training<= /a> (USGBC-LA members get 10% off with code =E2=80=9CUSGBCLARATER=E2=80=9D= )
April 26 / 1:00pm / SD GBC | Earth Month Volunteer Day 
April 30 / 8:30am / Hispanic Coalition of Small Business | Spheres os Sustainability Su= mmit
May 1 / USGBC= | U.S. Market Insights Summit: Workforce Development in Green Building SU= BMISSIONS DUE
May 2 / 8:00am / USGBC Redwood Empire | 2024 North Bay Zero Waste Symposium
May 3 / 10:00am / Architect=E2=80=99s Newspaper | Using the New AISC and ASCE Specific= ations for Sustainable & Resilient Structural Stainless Steel Design
May 7 / 12:00pm / CMAA SC | Assignment:Earth - a Holistic Approach to Sustainability i= n a Higher Education Setting
May 7-9 / I= WBI | WELL Conference: RECHARGE
May 7-9 / I= LFI | Living Future Conference (in Atlanta=2C GA) (10% off with code= =E2=80=9CUSGBC LF24=E2=80=9D)
May 9 / 7:30am / LABC 
May 10 / 7:30am / LABC | 22nd Annual Mayoral Housing=2C Transportation & Jobs Summ= it
May 11 / 12:00pm / Dashboard.Earth | Griffith Park Cleanup Hike
May 12-15 /  17th Annual VerdeXchange
May 15 / 6:00pm / AWA+D | Professional Development: Tools of the Trade - AI at Work
May 17 / 8:30am  /  Women in Cleantech & Sustainability | Pro Development= : Identifying & Leveraging Transferable Skills for a Sustainability Ca= reer
May 20 / 12:00pm  / SD GBC | Design Strategies to Mitigate Climate Change
May 21-23 / T= he Climate Registry | Climate Leadership Conference (10% off w. Code U= SGBC-LA-10)
May 22 / 8:00pm / Bisnow | LA Affordable Housing Conference
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US= GBC-CA Partne= rs and Sponsors provide operating support for all of our programs and= events as well as start-up funds for new green building programs and init= iatives.

Pl= ease join us - we need your support! Contact Ben Stapleton for more i= nformation.
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You= r support is crucial in helping us advance our initiatives and transf= orm California into a more sustainable state for all!

Click here to learn how your contribution will help!
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