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Address: Bar Part Time =E2=80=93 San Francisco=2C CA (https://maps.app.goo= =2Egl/T6jCybw1vy6k5sBPA?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) What happens when you bring sustainability advocates together for a book c= hat? Admirable conversations paired with delicious drinks (who could ask f= or more)! The USGBC Northern California Women in Green Committee is hosting a Book C= lub and Happy Hour (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/book-club-and-happy-hour-n= orcal-region/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) on Mon=2C August 5. We= look forward to hearing your thoughtful insights into the celebrated book= by Jessica Bantom (https://www.linkedin.com/in/jessicabantom/?mc_cid=3Dd8= f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) : Design for Identity: How to Design Authentical= ly for a Diverse World (https://www.amazon.com/Design-Identity-Authentical= ly-Diverse-World/dp/B0BXMJP98C?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) . Don't have time to read the whole book? Come anyways! This is a space for you to meet other inspiring women and allies=2C so ple= ase join us! Come to our Book Club and Happy Hour! (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/book-cl= ub-and-happy-hour-norcal-region/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) https://usgbc-ca.org/events/informal-settlements-building-with-the-people-= by-the-people-and-for-the-people/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID Informal Settlements: Building with the People=2C by the People=2C for the= People (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/informal-settlements-building-with-th= e-people-by-the-people-and-for-the-people/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUN= IQID) Thu=2C Aug 8 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM PT / Join us online! Discover how to bridge the gap between architectural theory and everyday l= ife by exploring the world of informal settlements (https://usgbc-ca.org/e= vents/informal-settlements-building-with-the-people-by-the-people-and-for-= the-people/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) ! Current design methods= often fall short in addressing urban complexities=2C but by learning from= grassroots initiatives=2C we can uncover innovative=2C people-centered so= lutions for sustainable buildings. Learning Objectives 1. Recycle: Reinterpret materials for cost-effective=2C sustainable soluti= ons. 2. Low Tech Systems: Understand how infrastructure longevity can be achiev= ed without complex technology. 3. Innovation & Adaptability: Reflect on current practices and explore alt= ernative water collection and usage methods. 4. Empowering Self-Led Solutions: Learn how to support self-led housing in= itiatives with municipal assistance. Sign up today! (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/informal-settlements-building-= with-the-people-by-the-people-and-for-the-people/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_e= id=3DUNIQID) https://usgbc-ca.org/events/emerging-professionals-speed-networking/?mc_ci= d=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID Emerging Professionals: Speed Networking & Resume Workshop (https://usgbc-= ca.org/events/emerging-professionals-speed-networking/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e= &mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Thu=2C Aug 8 Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PT / Join us in person at the AllSteel Showroom (= Located at the City National Plaza) (https://maps.app.goo.gl/tDUcLvZSXssnV= aZg8?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) ! Exciting chance to boost your professional journey! Join us for the Emerging Professionals Speed Networking & Resume Workshop= (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/emerging-professionals-speed-networking/?mc_= cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) on August 8=2C 2024. This dynamic event is your chance to connect with industry leaders=2C expa= nd your network=2C and enhance your resume with expert advice. Whether you= 're a recent graduate or looking to advance your career=2C this workshop o= ffers invaluable opportunities to grow and succeed. RSVP for our Networking & Resume Workshop (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/eme= rging-professionals-speed-networking/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Interested in being a Mentor? Apply here! (https://form.jotform.com/918880= 83492976?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Wildfire Defense Certificate Training for Construction Professionals (http= s://usgbc-ca.org/events/wildfire-defense-for-construction-professionals-ce= rtificate-training-2/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Thu=2C Aug 15 Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM PT / Join us online! Join the USGBC-CA Wildfire Defense Certificate Training (https://usgbc-ca.= org/events/wildfire-defense-for-construction-professionals-certificate-tra= ining-2/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) on Thu=2C Aug 15=2C and lear= n how to protect homes and landscapes from wildfires. Gain insights from i= ndustry experts=2C explore real-world examples=2C and earn your certificat= ion with this 150-minute online training. From understanding wildfires to hardscape strategies and post-fire recover= y=2C be part of the cultural shift towards safer=2C fire-resilient communi= ties and earn your Wildfire Defense Certificate! Sign up to get Wildfire Defense certified (Construction)! (https://usgbc-c= a.org/events/wildfire-defense-for-construction-professionals-certificate-t= raining-2/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) https://usgbc-ca.org/events/net-zero-accelerator-2024-meet-greet/?mc_cid= =3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID Net Zero Accelerator 2024 Meet & Greet (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/net-ze= ro-accelerator-2024-meet-greet/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Wed=2C Aug 28 Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT / Join us online! Here's your chance to meet the Innovative minds of the 2024 Net Zero Accel= erator (NZA) cohort (https://usgbc-ca.org/usgbc-california-selects-2024-ne= t-zero-accelerator-cohort/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) companies!= The NZA 2024 Meet and Greet (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/net-zero-acceler= ator-2024-meet-greet/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) on Wed=2C Augus= t 28 offers a chance to: * Explore Innovation: Discover cutting-edge building technologies and idea= s from the NZA cohort companies. * Experience the Future: Watch quick pitches from innovators presenting th= eir transformative concepts. * Engage in Discussions: Participate in breakouts to connect and collabora= te with forward-thinking companies. * Forge Connections: Network with the green building community to foster i= mpactful partnerships and drive progress toward a net zero future. Get ready for the NZA Meet & Greet! (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/net-zero-= accelerator-2024-meet-greet/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Learn more about the 2024 NZA Cohort (https://usgbc-ca.org/usgbc-californi= a-selects-2024-net-zero-accelerator-cohort/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DU= NIQID) https://usgbc-ca.org/events/rootdown-la-august-garden-workday-goodbye-summ= er/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID RootDown LA August Garden Workday: Goodbye Summer (https://usgbc-ca.org/ev= ents/rootdown-la-august-garden-workday-goodbye-summer/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e= &mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sat=2C Aug 31 Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT / Join us in person! VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITY! Summer comes to an end in September. We want to bid the season farewell by= hosting another RootDown LA Garden Workday (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/r= ootdown-la-august-garden-workday-goodbye-summer/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_ei= d=3DUNIQID) on Sun=2C Aug 31! Volunteers will help bring to life a mobile=2C passively cooled structure= with solar-powered refrigeration for the George Washington Carver Middle= School garden's culinary program. Please wear clsoe-toed shoes=2C bring y= our sunscreen=2C and a reusable water bottle=E2=80=93tools and lunch will= be provided! Want more info? Please check out our Community Hub page (https://community= =2Eusgbc-ca.org/communities/community-home?CommunityKey=3Dd12e8339-2737-40e7= -ba5d-018b025d7603&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) or contact our Co= mmunity team (community@usgbc-ca.org) to learn more about the project. Volunteer with us! (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/rootdown-la-august-garden-= workday-goodbye-summer/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) https://usgbc-ca.swoogo.com/minigolf24?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID Let's Par-tee! Save the date and join us for a hole lot of fun=2C delicious food=2C and d= rinks=2C all while supporting our Environmental Justice Project (https://u= sgbc-ca.org/programs/enviromental-justice-project/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_= eid=3DUNIQID) ! Whether you're a pro with a putter or just looking for a f= un day out=2C our mini golf course is perfect for everyone. Enjoy tasty bites and refreshing beverages as you putt your way through th= e day. Plus=2C this is a fantastic opportunity to network with fellow advo= cates and industry professionals. Bring your friends=2C family=2C and coll= eagues to join in the fun. Don=E2=80=99t miss out on the event of the seas= on=E2=80=94swing by=2C have a blast=2C and make a big impact on a greener= future! Location: LA Kretz Innovation Campus (Los Angeles) Time: 4pm-7pm Register here (https://usgbc-ca.swoogo.com/minigolf24?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&= mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Make an Impact - Become a Sponsor! (https://usgbc.ca/sponsorminigolf?mc_ci= d=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Read our Latest Blog https://usgbc-ca.org/understanding-calgreen-new-requirements-for-embodied-= carbon-reduction/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID California's updated CALGreen code (https://www.dgs.ca.gov/BSC/CALGreen?mc= _cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) =2C effective July 1=2C 2024=2C introdu= ces new requirements for reducing embodied carbon in non-residential build= ings over 100=2C000 square feet and schools over 50=2C000 square feet. The= code offers three compliance pathways: building reuse=2C performance-base= d whole building life-cycle assessments=2C and prescriptive environmental= product declarations for materials. Our latest blog post by One Click LCA (https://oneclicklca.com/software/de= sign-construction/calgreen?utm_medium=3DReferral&utm_source=3DMediaPartner= &utm_campaign=3DNA%202024%20Partner%20USGBC-CA&utm_term=3D&utm_content=3D&= mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) =E2=80=99s Amarpreet Singh (https://w= ww.linkedin.com/in/amar611/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) =2C LCA &= Circular Economy Expert | Building Decarbonization delves into how these= measures aim to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of construction= projects! Read more (https://usgbc-ca.org/understanding-calgreen-new-requirements-fo= r-embodied-carbon-reduction/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Upcoming USGBC California Events Aug. 5 / 5:30pm / Book Club and Happy Hour =E2=80=93 NorCal Region (https:= //usgbc-ca.org/events/book-club-and-happy-hour-norcal-region/?mc_cid=3Dd8f= 834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 8 / 11:00am / USGBC | Building Transformation Forum: Resilience in Wa= ter (https://web.cvent.com/event/57adf05d-1b52-4a43-9227-e89b227217cf/summ= ary?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 8 / 5:00pm /Emerging Professionals Speed Networking and Resume Review= (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/emerging-professionals-speed-networking/?mc_= cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 28 / 12:00pm / Net Zero Accelerator 2024 Meet & Greet (https://usgbc-= ca.org/events/net-zero-accelerator-2024-meet-greet/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc= _eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 31 / 8:00am /RootDown LA August Garden Workday: Goodbye Summer (https= ://usgbc-ca.org/events/rootdown-la-august-garden-workday-goodbye-summer/?m= c_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sep. 5 / 4:00pm /Annual Mini Golf Tournament+House Party (https://usgbc-ca= =2Eorg/events/lets-par-tee-annual-mini-golf-tournament-house-party/?mc_cid= =3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sept. 12 / 7:30am /Annual Women in Green Breakfast (https://usgbc-ca.org/= events/2024-annual-women-in-green-breakfast/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3D= UNIQID) Dec. 11 / USGBC California 20th Annual Green Gala & Sustainable Innovation= Awards - Submit Your Nominations + Applications! (https://usgbc-ca.org/ev= ents/20th-annual-green-gala-sustainable-innovation-awards/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834= d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Look further into our 2024 event schedule! (https://usgbc-la.org/events/?m= c_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Upcoming USGBC California Trainings Aug. 2 / 9:30am / Extreme Heat Certificate Training for Construction Profe= ssionals (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/extreme-heat-certificate-training-fo= r-construction-professionals/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 8 /12:00pm /Informal Settlements: Building with the People=2C by the= People=2C and for the People (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/informal-settle= ments-building-with-the-people-by-the-people-and-for-the-people/?mc_cid=3D= d8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 15 / 3:00pm / Wildfire Defense for Construction Professionals Certifi= cate Training (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/wildfire-defense-for-constructi= on-professionals-certificate-training-2/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQ= ID) Aug. 23 / 3:00pm / Certificado de Calor Extremo para Profesionales de la C= onstrucci=C3=B3n (H=C3=ADbrido) (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/certificado-d= e-calor-extremo-para-profesionales-de-la-construccion-hibrido/?mc_cid=3Dd8= f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 30 / 9:00am /Sustainable Production and Entertainment Certification (= SPEC) Pilot Launch (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/sustainable-production-and= -entertainment-certification-spec-pilot-launch/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) Sep. 4 /9:00am /Sustainable Production and Entertainment Certification (SP= EC) Pilot Launch (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/sustainable-production-and-e= ntertainment-certification-spec-pilot-launch-2/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) Sep. 4 / 12:00pm / Decarbonization & ESG Fundamentals Workshop + Exam (htt= ps://usgbc-ca.org/events/decarbonization-esg-capacity-building-workshop-ex= am/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sep. 6-13 / 9:00am / GPRO Operations & Maintenance - 3 Day Virtual Trainin= g + Exam (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/gpro-operations-maintenance-3-day-v= irtual-training-exam-tickets-908691920997?aff=3Doddtdtcreator&mc_cid=3Dd8f= 834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sep. 7 / 3:00pm / Certificado de Defensa contra Incendios para Profesional= es del Paisajismo (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/wildfire-defense-for-constr= uction-professionals-certificate-training/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUN= IQID) Sep. 13 / 10:00am / LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Virtual Training (https= ://usgbc-ca.org/events/leed-green-associate-exam-prep-virtual-training-2/?= mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Sep. 20 / 1:00pm / GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green Training + Exam (Ba= kersfield=2C CA) (https://usgbc-ca.org/events/gpro-fundamentals-of-buildin= g-green-training-exam-bakersfield-ca/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Look further into our 2024 trainings schedule! (https://usgbc-la.org/event= -category/trainings/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Upcoming Community Events July 31 / 8:30am / AWA+D | Self-Employed / Business Owner Group Morning Co= ffee (virtual) (https://www.awaplusd.org/events-listing?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33= e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID#!event/2024/7/31/self-employed-business-owner-morning-co= ffee) July 31 / 8:30am /Energy Code Ace | 2022 Title 24=2C Part 6 Essentials =E2= =80=94 Nonresidential Standards for Building Inspectors (https://events-na= 11.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/1090754428/en/events/event/shared/5= 021603635/event_landing.html?sco-id=3D5021612374&_charset_=3Dutf-8&mc_cid= =3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) July 31 / 12:00pm / CMAA SC | Working in PLA and Unionized Construction En= vironments (https://cmaasc.org/event-5692254/Registration?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d= 33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 1 / 3:30pm / AWWEE | Tour of the New Mission Rock Development: Sustai= nability=2C Efficiency=2C and Sea-level Rise Adaption (San Francisco) (htt= ps://awwee.org/events/aug-1-mission-rock?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQ= ID) Aug. 6 / 2:00pm / Energy Code Ace | 2022 Title 24=2C Part 6 Essentials =E2= =80=94 Single-family & Low-rise Multifamily Standards: Solar & Battery Sto= rage (https://events-na11.adobeconnect.com/content/connect/c1/1090754428/e= n/events/event/shared/5024756162/event_landing.html?sco-id=3D5024765413&_c= harset_=3Dutf-8&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 6-8 / 2024 Water Efficiency & Conservation Symposium (Chicago=2C IL)= (https://localenergycodes.com/content/2024-water-efficiency-and-conservat= ion-symposium?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 6-9 /ACEEE 2024 Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings (Pacif= ic Grove=2C CA (https://localenergycodes.com/content/aceee-2024-summer-stu= dy-on-energy-efficiency-in-buildings?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID)= ) Aug. 13 / 2:00pm / SoCal Gas | Designing for Sustainability (at LACCD) (ht= tps://seminars.socalgas.com/prod/emc00/EventSearch.htm?mid=3D9&mc_cid=3Dd8= f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 17 / 3:00pm / Women in Cleantech & Sustainability | Fashioning the Fu= ture=2C Sustainable and Inclusive Design (https://www.womenincleantechsust= ainability.org/fashioning-future-8-17-24/?mc_cid=3D16f9d66b9d&mc_cid=3Dd8f= 834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) (Berkeley=2C CA) Aug. 21 / 3:00pm / CMAA SC | Navigating Sustainability Goals within Projec= t Financial Constraints (https://cmaasc.org/event-5809536?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d= 33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Aug. 22 / 12:00pm / Verdani Partners | ESG Essentials Webinar Series: Proj= ect Implementation (students w. =E2=80=98.edu=E2=80=99 get 50% off=2C emai= l to (https://www.eventbrite.com/e/project-implementation-tickets-85969987= 4467?aff=3Dodeimcmailchimp&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) training@v= erdani.com (mailto:training@verdani.com) ) Sept. 1 / REMINDER | College of the Canyons NEW Bachelor of Applied Scienc= e in Building Performance Program - applications due Sept. 30 (https://www= =2Ecanyons.edu/academics/basbp/how-to-apply.php?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) Sept. 6 / 8:00am / LA Business Council | Sustainability Summit (https://la= businesscouncil.org/events/sustainability-summit/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_e= id=3DUNIQID) Sept. 13 / SUBMISSIONS CLOSE | The Architect=E2=80=99s Newspaper | Best of= Design Awards (https://archpaperawards.com/design24/?trk_msg=3DJ74E35OL4= AJKPF63DG62QI5RJ8&trk_contact=3D8KIN6IQDOT3ELQ0O97PQDMJ47O&trk_sid=3DVLNP5= KCGCJQKB018SSLTS8VIA8&trk_link=3DGOMSN5HQ62AK1D4HKHEG4126AK&utm_source=3Dl= istrak&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_term=3DRegister+Today&utm_campaign=3DLaunchi= ng+Today%3a+AN%27s+2024+Best+of+Design+Awards&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID!) September 15-17 / 2024 WateReuseCA Conference (Garden Grove=2C CA (https:/= /www.sd-gbc.org/r?u=3DDmdvvstNBrzbMbWm6PDODLujwnw8DjO3CQpaFUYLmz-R48rcCdLW= 1QtNl93s03sD-5PyDZravmiw5whPQTDkIO9KivCMzBrXu_lX3aM89TRpxXRQRI5Iff5U_jkyS-= c2Qev4HKAdmaV3-vIjGvJ9VOGLTDWnUtflHVkXdbkVC1NVlNNk_X_lUYPZTC77OsIA&e=3D2d5= 1a23a50a090d2f175efb955c76073&utm_source=3Dusgbcsd&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_= campaign=3D2024_04_30_event_blast&n=3D34&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQ= ID) ) September 17-18 / Net Zero Conference 2024 (Anaheim=2C CA (https://www.sd-= gbc.org/r?u=3DIxYiTgHkCA2W7mGsAn5_v7VN0sI9QXh6WBXix016O1c&e=3D2d51a23a50a0= 90d2f175efb955c76073&utm_source=3Dusgbcsd&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_campaign= =3D2024_04_30_event_blast&n=3D35&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) ) September 26 / AIA San Diego | a=E2=80=9924 Conference at Park & Market (h= ttps://aiasandiego.org/a24?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) October 29-31 / GreenBiz | VERGE 24: Deploying Climate Tech at Scale (http= s://www.greenbiz.com/events/verge/2024?utm_medium=3Dpartner&utm_source=3Du= sgbc-la&utm_campaign=3Dv24&utm_content=3D--best&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) (NOTE: 20% off with code V24USLA) November 12-15 | Greenbuild 2024: Built To Scale=2C Philadelphia=2C PA (ht= tps://www.sd-gbc.org/r?u=3DJdaq-PIttx4QAtc1yseKFt6zXTNmL5WGt1nAGbvHJtVpzaQ= ie1HRJ095yLelAbIl&e=3D2d51a23a50a090d2f175efb955c76073&utm_source=3Dusgbcs= d&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_campaign=3D2024_04_30_event_blast&n=3D36&mc_cid= =3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) December 1 / REMINDER | Architecture at Zero 2024 Design Competition - app= lications due Dec. 16 (https://www.architectureatzero.com/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834= d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Throughout 2024 | World Design Capital 2024 San Diego Tijuana (https://www= =2Esd-gbc.org/r?u=3DthW2YlGVXoemOhM8P3YAUTSuhtGeGW76uxvNW41Hyfc&e=3D2d51a23a= 50a090d2f175efb955c76073&utm_source=3Dusgbcsd&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_campa= ign=3D2024_04_30_event_blast&n=3D37&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) Ongoing | EV Match Grant Opportunity for Multi-family properties in San Di= ego County for EV Charging Station hardware (https://www.sd-gbc.org/r?u=3D= vHU_rWJys58iBmIEI5InVRjdinL-R6msetzWHBgrcEG8oYNxACQDH-l-GdXzH_wO&e=3D2d51a= 23a50a090d2f175efb955c76073&utm_source=3Dusgbcsd&utm_medium=3Demail&utm_ca= mpaign=3D2024_04_30_event_blast&n=3D38&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID= ) Thank you to our Annual Sponsors! USGBC-CA Partners and Sponsors (https://usgbc-la.org/sponsor/?mc_cid=3Dd8f= 834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) provide operating support for all of our programs= and events as well as start-up funds for new green building programs and= initiatives. Please join us - we need your support! Contact Ben Stapleton (mailto:ben@u= sgbc-ca.org) for more information. https://usgbc-la.org/become-a-sponsor/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID Your support is crucial in helping us advance our initiatives and transfor= m California into a more sustainable state for all! Click here (https://usgbc-la.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/08/2021-Annual-Re= port-RF.pdf?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) to learn how your contri= bution will help! Donate now! (https://usgbc-la.org/donate/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNI= QID) Keep your access to exclusive USGBC-CA member benefits and resources! If you would like to become a member or renew your membership=2C please cl= ick here (https://usgbc-ca.org/become-a-member/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid= =3DUNIQID) . =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D= =3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D=3D Were you forwarded this email? Click ** here (https://usgbc-la.us17.list-manage.com/subscribe?u=3D2eb1f4d= 218f1405976fddab1c&id=3Df922f6ef65&mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DUNIQID) to make sure you don't miss out on the next one! ** LinkedIn (http://www.linkedin.com/company/usgbcca?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&m= c_eid=3DUNIQID) ** Website (usgbc-ca.org) ** Link (https://www.instagram.com/usgbcca/?mc_cid=3Dd8f834d33e&mc_eid=3DU= NIQID) Copyright =C2=A9 2024 USGBC-CA=2C All rights reserved. Want to change how you receive these emails? You can ** update your preferences (https://usgbc-ca.mailchimpsites.com/ma= nage/preferences?u=3D2eb1f4d218f1405976fddab1c&id=3Df922f6ef65&e=3D0558141356&c=3Dd8f834d33e) or ** unsubscribe from this list (https://usgbc-la.us17.list-manage.com/un= subscribe?u=3D2eb1f4d218f1405976fddab1c&id=3Df922f6ef65&t=3Db&e=3D0558141356= &c=3Dd8f834d33e) =2E --_----------=_MCPart_1003957403 Content-Type: text/html; charset="utf-8" Content-Transfer-Encoding: quoted-printable Books & Brews =F0=9F=93=97: Join our Book Club and Happy Ho= ur on August 5 Plus= =2C network and revamp your resume at the Emerging Professionals Workshop<= /span>
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Mon= =2C Aug 5

Time: 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM PT / Join us in person!
Address: Bar Part Time =E2=80=93 San Francisco=2C CA

What happens when you bring sustainability advocates= together for a book chat? Admirable conversations=  paired with delicious drinks (who could ask for more)!=

The USGBC Northern California Women in Green Committee is hosting= a Book Club and Happy Hour on Mon=2C August 5. We look forward to hearing your thoughtful insights into the celebrat= ed book by Jessica Bantom: Design for= Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World.

Don't have time to read the whole bo= ok? Come anyways!
This is a space for you to meet other inspiring women and allies=2C so ple= ase join us!
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Thu= =2C Aug 8

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

Disc= over how to bridge the gap between architectural theory and everyday life= by exploring the world of informal settlements!=  Current design methods often fall short in addressing urban complexi= ties=2C but by learning from grassroots initiatives=2C we can uncover inno= vative=2C people-centered solutions for sustainable buildings.

Learning= Objectives

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Thu= =2C Aug 8

Time: 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM PT / Join us in person at the  AllSteel Showroom (Loca= ted at the City National Plaza)! 

Exciting chance to boost your profe= ssional journey!

Join us for the= Emerging Pro= fessionals Speed Networking & Resume Workshop on August 8= =2C 2024.

This dynamic event is your chance to connect with industry leaders=2C expa= nd your network=2C and enhance your resume with expert advice. Whether you= 're a recent graduate or looking to advance your career=2C this workshop o= ffers invaluable opportunities to grow and succeed.
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Interested in being a Mentor? Apply here!<= /a>
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Thu= =2C Aug 15

Time: 3:00 PM - 5:30 PM PT / Join us online!

Join= the USGBC-CA Wildfire Defense Certificate Training on Thu=2C Aug 15=2C and learn how to protect homes and landscapes from wildfires. Gain i= nsights from industry experts=2C explore real-world examples=2C and earn y= our certification with this 150-minute online training.

From understanding wildfires to hardscape strategies and post-fire recover= y=2C be part of the cultural shift towards safer=2C fire-resilient communi= ties and earn your Wildfire Defense Certificate!
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Net Zero Accelerator= 2024 Meet & Greet

Wed= =2C Aug 28

Time: 12:00 PM - 1:30 PM PT / Join us online!

Here's your chance to meet the Innovative minds of the 2024 Net= Zero Accelerator (NZA) cohort companies! The NZA 2024 Meet= and Greet on Wed=2C August 28 offers a chance to:

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Learn more about the 2024 NZA Cohort
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RootDown LA August G= arden Workday: Goodbye Summer

Sat= =2C Aug 31

Time: 8:00 AM - 11:00 AM PT / Join us in person!

VOLUNTEE= R OPPORTUNITY!
Summer comes to an end in September. We want to bid the season farewell by= hosting another RootDown LA Garden Workday on Sun= =2C Aug 31!

Volunteers will help bring to life a mobile=2C passively cooled structure= with solar-powered refrigeration for the George Washington Carver Middle= School garden's culinary program. Please wear clsoe-toed shoes=2C bring y= our sunscreen=2C and a reusable water bottle=E2=80=93tools and lunch will= be provided!

Want more info? Please check out our Community Hub page or contact our= Community team (community@usgbc-ca.org) to learn more about the project.<= /p>

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Let's Par-tee!

Save= the date and join us for a hole lot of fun=2C delicious food=2C= and drinks=2C all while supporting our Environmental Justice Project! Whether you'= re a pro with a putter or just looking for a fun day out=2C our mini golf= course is perfect for everyone.

Enjoy tasty bites and refreshing beverages as you putt your way t= hrough the day. Plus=2C this is a fantastic opportunity to network with fe= llow advocates and industry professionals. Bring your friends=2C family=2C= and colleagues to join in the fun. Don=E2=80=99t miss out on the event of= the season=E2=80=94swing by=2C have a blast=2C and make a big impact on a= greener future!

Location: LA Kretz Innovation Campus (Los Angeles)
Time: 4pm-7pm
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Make an Impact - Become a Sponsor!
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Read our La= test Blog
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Cali= fornia's updated CALGreen code=2C effective July 1=2C 2024=2C in= troduces new requirements for reducing embodied carbon in non-residential= buildings over 100=2C000 square feet and schools over 50=2C000 square fee= t. The code offers three compliance pathways: building re= use=2C performance-based whole building life-cycle assessments=2C and pres= criptive environmental product declarations for materials.

Our latest blog post by One Click LCA=E2=80=99s Amarpreet Singh=2C LCA & C= ircular Economy Expert | Building Decarbonization delves int= o how these measures aim to significantly reduce the carbon footprint of c= onstruction projects!
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A= ug. 5 / 5:30pm / Book Club and Happy Hour =E2=80=93 NorCal Region
Aug. 8 / 11:00am / USGBC | Building Transformation Forum: Resilience in Water
Aug. 8 / 5:00pm / Emerging Professionals Speed Networking and Resume Review
Aug. 28 / 12:00pm / Net Zero Accelerator 2024 Meet & Greet
Aug. 31 / 8:00am /RootDown LA August Garden Workday: Goodbye Summer
Sep. 5 / 4:00pm / Annual Mini Golf Tournament+House Party
Sept. 12 / 7:30am / Annual Women in Green Breakfast 
Dec. 11 / U= SGBC California 20th Annual Green Gala & Sustainable Innovation Awards= - Submit Your Nominations + Applications!

Look further in= to our 2024 event schedule!
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Aug. 8 /12:00pm / Informal Settlements: Building with the People=2C by the People=2C= and for the People
Aug. 15 / 3:00pm / Wildfire Defense for Construction Professionals Certificate Training=
Aug. 23 / 3:00pm / Certificado de Calor Extremo para Profesionales de la Construcci=C3= =B3n (H=C3=ADbrido)
Aug. 30 / 9:00am /Sustainable Production and Entertainment Certification (SPEC) Pilot= Launch
Sep. 4 /9:00am /Sustainable Production and Entertainment Certification (SPEC) Pilot Lau= nch
Sep. 4 / 12:00pm / Decarbonization & ESG Fundamentals Workshop + Exam
Sep. 6-13 / 9:00am / GPRO Operations & Maintenance - 3 Day Virtual Training + Exam<= /a>
Sep. 7 / 3:00pm / Certificado de Defensa contra Incendios para Profesionales del Paisa= jismo
Sep. 13 / 10:00am / LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Virtual Training
Sep. 20 / 1:00pm / GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green Training + Exam (Bakersfield=2C= CA)
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J= uly 31 / 8:30am / AWA+D | Self-Employed / Business Owner Group Morning Coffee (virtual= )
July 31 / 8:30am / Energy Code Ace | 2022 Title 24=2C Part 6 Essentials =E2=80=94 Nonr= esidential Standards for Building Inspectors
July 31 / 12:00pm / CMAA SC | Working in PLA and Unionized Construction Environments
Aug. 1 / 3:30pm / AWWEE | Tour of the New Mission Rock Development: Sustainability=2C= Efficiency=2C and Sea-level Rise Adaption (San Francisco)
Aug. 6 / 2:00pm / Energy Code Ace | 2022 Title 24=2C Part 6 Essentials =E2=80=94 Singl= e-family & Low-rise Multifamily Standards: Solar & Battery Storage=
Aug. 6-8 / 2= 024 Water Efficiency & Conservation Symposium (Chicago=2C IL)
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