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November 2018
Residential Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC): Small Heat Pumps and Small Furnaces – High Efficiency and More Affordable
Rick Chitwood will explain why setting an air tightness goal for the enclosure and confirming it has been achieved via blower door testing is essential and makes it possible to select small heat pumps and furnaces that cost less than a ‘standard’ furnace. Register: http://usi.pge.com/event-details?EventID=19605 Integrated Design and Construction: Rebuilding for Comfort, Efficiency, and Affordability. ... Read more
Find out more »February 2019
Redwood Empire February Chapter Mixer
“We are all in deep environmental shit. All our local municipalities need to fess up and develop a plan of action for their constituents. Please join the USGBC-REC board of directors for a discussion focused on local community advocacy.” ~ Steve Sheldon Join the Redwood Empire Chapter of US Green Building Council for our quarterly ... Read more
Find out more »Rebuild Green EXPO
Showcase for building affordable, sustainable and resilient communities Energy systems and storage Healthy interiors and finishes Construction methods and wall systems Heating and cooling Windows, roofing and walls Landscaping Water use and reuse ADU Accessory Dwelling Units Multi-family options Appliances And more! Join the Fun! We are accepting exhibitor and sponsor applications now. Check out ... Read more
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Rescheduled February Mixer
“We are all in deep environmental shit. All our local municipalities need to fess up and develop a plan of action for their constituents. Please join the USGBC-REC board of directors for a discussion focused on local community advocacy.” ~ Steve Sheldon Join the Redwood Empire Chapter of US Green Building Council for our quarterly ... Read more
Find out more »September 2019
Forests and Climate – a Sierra Club Webinar
This program explains the vital role that forest protection and climate-friendlier forestry can play in combating the climate crisis, by safeguarding and increasing stores of forest carbon while safely removing some of the excess of CO2 in the atmosphere. It also puts forth a bold new vision for a Sierra Club Forests & Climate campaign ... Read more
Find out more »Redwood Empire September Chapter Mixer
“We are all in deep environmental shit. All our local municipalities need to fess up and develop a plan of action for their constituents. Please join the USGBC-REC board of directors for a discussion focused on local community advocacy.” ~ Steve Sheldon Join the Redwood Empire Chapter of US Green Building Council for our quarterly ... Read more
Find out more »October 2019
Advanced Energy Rebuild Program & Net Zero Home Tour
Advanced Energy Rebuild Program & Net Zero Home Tour Join Hammond and Company, Gilleran Energy Management, and Synergy Solar to see the results of a close collaboration in a fire rebuild project targeted to hit net Zero +. These building professionals worked closely together with Brett Collins Design and their clients to create this high ... Read more
Find out more »November 2019
Coffey Park Open House: All-Electric Fire Rebuild
This is a FOR SALE fire rebuild home in the Coffey Park area. Refreshments will be served. Designed from the ground up to exceed California minimum energy standards, this home is all-electric, with carbon-free water and space heating and an induction kitchen range, along with a solar electricity (photovoltaic) system with integrated battery energy storage ... Read more
Find out more »December 2019
ADU Accelerator
ADUs are taking off, and for good reason! Due to recent changes in State Legislation, Californians can look to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) as a way to create lasting investments for their families while building attractive, affordable, and sustainable housing for their community. Join us on December 12 to learn about all the benefits of ... Read more
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Board Elections & Member Dinner
Join the US Green Building Council Redwood Empire Chapter Board for our 2019 Member Dinner and Board Elections. Ticked non-members and guests are welcome. 2020-2021 USGBC Redwood Empire Board of Directors Nominations and Confirmations The 2020 Board of Directors as proposed: Oren WoolBoard Member, USGBC Redwood EmpirePrincipal, Sustainable North BayClaudia CleaverBoard Member, USGBC Redwood EmpireMorse ... Read more
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