On Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, San Diego EarthWorks will once again produce a self-guided tour of homes and businesses in San Diego County that features sustainable building practices that are attractive, practical, and affordable today. These structures demonstrate that energy and resource-efficient residential and commercial design and construction are the right way to build. Sites on the tour will include new construction as well as rebuilds and retrofits.
Environmentally friendly construction and retrofit options are available to fit almost any budget or lifestyle. These days, everyone can find ways for their homes and businesses to do more for their pocketbooks as well as the planet.
The Tour takes place over over two days, with different sites available on each day, to allow participants to visit more sites.
What's On the Tour
Homes and businesses around throughout San Diego County will be open for touring.
The Tour has something for everyone. There are commercial sites and residential sites; sites that are still under construction, just completed, and ones that have been “lived in” for a while; new structures that were designed from the ground up, and ones that are remodels. Some of the sites were also on the last tour, so if you missed them you get another chance.
The structures will feature many different “green” building and landscaping options, including:
* Ecologically sound building materials and technologies (e.g., straw bale and PerformWall construction);
* Energy-efficient building components (e.g., “high-E” insulating windows);
* Water-efficiency features (e.g., gray water systems, native landscaping);
* Alternative energy technologies (e.g., solar electric and solar water heating);
* Healthy building materials (e.g., low-emission paints, nontoxic insulation, filtration systems);
* Recycled and/or reused materials (e.g., renewable bamboo flooring, recycled plastic carpet, composite decking);
* Xeriscaping – landscaping technique using native and drought-tolerant plants to minimize exterior water use.
Owners, architects, and builders will be available to answer questions about each project throughout the day.
The tour will include new sites, plus a selection of those from last year's tour (you can see how last year's new construction turned out!).
GreenBuilt Tour Guide Book
Free GreenBuilt Tour Guides, with descriptions of the tour sites, a glossary of “green” building terms, and a resource guide will be distributed at more than 100 sites throughout San Diego County. You can also pick up one at any GreenBuilt Tour site on the day of the tour.
The Guide Books will be available starting the first week of September. Check back here for a list of locations where you can pick up a guide.
Do you have a product or service you would like to present to GreenBuilt Tour Guide readers? Click here for information about placing an ad in the Guide.
Tour Tickets
The GreenBuilt Tour costs $20 per person throough September 30, and $25 on the day of the tour. Tickets for students (with proper ID) are $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the tour. Ticket holder's children aged 14 and under can tour for free.
Tickets are good for both days, for all tour sites. You can purchase tickets:
* By Visa or MasterCard from our secure website beginning July 1. Check back here for a link to the website.
* By sending a check to:
San Diego EarthWorks
PO Box 9827
San Diego, CA 92169
* At any GreenBuilt Tour site on the day of the tour.
Time:
10:00am - 4:00pm
Location:
Various locations around San Diego County
Description:
About the GreenBuilt Tour
On Saturday and Sunday, October 4 and 5, San Diego EarthWorks will once again produce a self-guided tour of homes and businesses in San Diego County that features sustainable building practices that are attractive, practical, and affordable today. These structures demonstrate that energy and resource-efficient residential and commercial design and construction are the right way to build. Sites on the tour will include new construction as well as rebuilds and retrofits.
Environmentally friendly construction and retrofit options are available to fit almost any budget or lifestyle. These days, everyone can find ways for their homes and businesses to do more for their pocketbooks as well as the planet.
The Tour takes place over over two days, with different sites available on each day, to allow participants to visit more sites.
What's On the Tour
Homes and businesses around throughout San Diego County will be open for touring.
The Tour has something for everyone. There are commercial sites and residential sites; sites that are still under construction, just completed, and ones that have been “lived in” for a while; new structures that were designed from the ground up, and ones that are remodels. Some of the sites were also on the last tour, so if you missed them you get another chance.
The structures will feature many different “green” building and landscaping options, including:
* Ecologically sound building materials and technologies (e.g., straw bale and PerformWall construction);
* Energy-efficient building components (e.g., “high-E” insulating windows);
* Water-efficiency features (e.g., gray water systems, native landscaping);
* Alternative energy technologies (e.g., solar electric and solar water heating);
* Healthy building materials (e.g., low-emission paints, nontoxic insulation, filtration systems);
* Recycled and/or reused materials (e.g., renewable bamboo flooring, recycled plastic carpet, composite decking);
* Xeriscaping – landscaping technique using native and drought-tolerant plants to minimize exterior water use.
Owners, architects, and builders will be available to answer questions about each project throughout the day.
The tour will include new sites, plus a selection of those from last year's tour (you can see how last year's new construction turned out!).
GreenBuilt Tour Guide Book
Free GreenBuilt Tour Guides, with descriptions of the tour sites, a glossary of “green” building terms, and a resource guide will be distributed at more than 100 sites throughout San Diego County. You can also pick up one at any GreenBuilt Tour site on the day of the tour.
The Guide Books will be available starting the first week of September. Check back here for a list of locations where you can pick up a guide.
Do you have a product or service you would like to present to GreenBuilt Tour Guide readers? Click here for information about placing an ad in the Guide.
Tour Tickets
The GreenBuilt Tour costs $20 per person throough September 30, and $25 on the day of the tour. Tickets for students (with proper ID) are $15 in advance and $20 on the day of the tour. Ticket holder's children aged 14 and under can tour for free.
Tickets are good for both days, for all tour sites. You can purchase tickets:
* By Visa or MasterCard from our secure website beginning July 1. Check back here for a link to the website.
* By sending a check to:
San Diego EarthWorks
PO Box 9827
San Diego, CA 92169
* At any GreenBuilt Tour site on the day of the tour.
The City of San Diego and the San Diego County Regional Airport Authority, on behalf of the San Diego Regional Sustainability Partnership present:
Coming Clean, Going Green II
Construction & Demolition Debris Recycling Workshop
October 6, 2008, 8:00am – 12:00pm
The purpose of this workshop is to help residents and construction and demolition professionals, in their resource management by showing them how to develop and implement construction and/or demolition waste reduction plans. Certified recyclers and project managers for different size projects will be presenting their various waste reduction programs and what worked/didn’t work.
Find out how the City’s Construction and Demolition Debris Deposit Ordinance affects your projects, and how best to comply, as well as save some green!
Who should attend?
Any resident, business or organization interested in reducing their carbon footprint! Local government agencies, non-profits, developers, construction, demolition and deconstruction professionals, recyclers and waste removal companies are also encouraged to attend.
Register now, Space limited to the first 200.
Time:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
WAXIE, 9353 Waxie Way, San Diego, CA 92123
Description:
USGBC-SD Board Meeting
Location:
Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, CA
Description:
The Green California Community College Summit, coming to the Pasadena Convention Center from October 8-9, will be here soon.
Our next Early Bird registration deadline is August 29. This event has a limited seating capacity - if you act quickly, you will not only save money - you'll ensure that you have a place! Click here to register now.
More than a green building event, the Summit will encompass all aspects of the "green opportunity" that exists across California's community college system, an opportunity that ranges from the chance to build sustainable, healthy facilities to helping students prepare for rewarding careers in the green economy. Speakers and presenters will include the leaders behind some of the most innovative programs in the state.
Who should attend? Anyone involved with implementing green and sustainable activities, workforce development, and educational programs in community colleges, including:
• Community college administrators, faculty and students
• State and local community college chancellors offices
• Community college l building facility planners & designers
• Community college building maintenance managers
• Community college CFOs/business managers
• Community college purchasing officers
• Curriculum developers
• State, county and city government officials and policymakers
• County Office of Education administrators
• Architects
• Construction managers
• School building planning & design professionals
• Financial professionals
• Utilities, energy management professionals
Whatever your role may be, you don’t want to miss this event! For details on the education program: Go to: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
Partners in Learning – Your chance to meet at the Summit!
The Partners in Learning program is an opportunity for professional organizations that want to meet onsite at the Summit, in a dynamic atmosphere designed to inspire, inform and encourage interaction.
As a courtesy, Green Technology provides free meeting space for all Partners in Learning. There are also substantial registration discounts for group members that want to participate in Summit activities. In addition, Green Technology has negotiated discounted rates at several area hotels to accommodate out of town attendees. (Audio/visual equipment and catering are not provided, but can be arranged and purchased through the Pasadena Convention Center.)
If your organization would like to meet at the Summit, please download and submit an application here: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
Job Fair & Workforce Development Event
If you have students - or know working adults - who are looking to find a place in the green economy, there will be an additional opportunity at the Convention Center. On October 8, from 10 am to 2 pm, the LA Community College District will host a Green Job Fair and Workforce Development Event, offering information about potential green careers throughout a variety of industries. Attendees are advised to bring resumes and dress professionally. This event is being organized in association with the Foothill Workforce Investment Board and the Employment Development Department of the State of California?
Registration questions?
Call Eric Rennie at 626.577.5700. For more information on the Summit: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
We look forward to seeing you in October!
Green Technology | 236 West Mountain Street, Ste 105 | Pasadena, CA 91103
Location:
Pasadena Convention Center, Pasadena, CA
Description:
The Green California Community College Summit, coming to the Pasadena Convention Center from October 8-9, will be here soon.
Our next Early Bird registration deadline is August 29. This event has a limited seating capacity - if you act quickly, you will not only save money - you'll ensure that you have a place! Click here to register now.
More than a green building event, the Summit will encompass all aspects of the "green opportunity" that exists across California's community college system, an opportunity that ranges from the chance to build sustainable, healthy facilities to helping students prepare for rewarding careers in the green economy. Speakers and presenters will include the leaders behind some of the most innovative programs in the state.
Who should attend? Anyone involved with implementing green and sustainable activities, workforce development, and educational programs in community colleges, including:
• Community college administrators, faculty and students
• State and local community college chancellors offices
• Community college l building facility planners & designers
• Community college building maintenance managers
• Community college CFOs/business managers
• Community college purchasing officers
• Curriculum developers
• State, county and city government officials and policymakers
• County Office of Education administrators
• Architects
• Construction managers
• School building planning & design professionals
• Financial professionals
• Utilities, energy management professionals
Whatever your role may be, you don’t want to miss this event! For details on the education program: Go to: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
Partners in Learning – Your chance to meet at the Summit!
The Partners in Learning program is an opportunity for professional organizations that want to meet onsite at the Summit, in a dynamic atmosphere designed to inspire, inform and encourage interaction.
As a courtesy, Green Technology provides free meeting space for all Partners in Learning. There are also substantial registration discounts for group members that want to participate in Summit activities. In addition, Green Technology has negotiated discounted rates at several area hotels to accommodate out of town attendees. (Audio/visual equipment and catering are not provided, but can be arranged and purchased through the Pasadena Convention Center.)
If your organization would like to meet at the Summit, please download and submit an application here: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
Job Fair & Workforce Development Event
If you have students - or know working adults - who are looking to find a place in the green economy, there will be an additional opportunity at the Convention Center. On October 8, from 10 am to 2 pm, the LA Community College District will host a Green Job Fair and Workforce Development Event, offering information about potential green careers throughout a variety of industries. Attendees are advised to bring resumes and dress professionally. This event is being organized in association with the Foothill Workforce Investment Board and the Employment Development Department of the State of California?
Registration questions?
Call Eric Rennie at 626.577.5700. For more information on the Summit: http://www.green-technology.org/ccsummit/
We look forward to seeing you in October!
Green Technology | 236 West Mountain Street, Ste 105 | Pasadena, CA 91103
Description:
To Apply- Go Here:
http://www.flexyourpower.org/extranet/awards/
More information:
http://www.flexyourpower.org/feature/awards
Time:
4:00pm - 6:00pm
Location:
WAXIE, 9353 Waxie Way, San Diego, CA 92123
Description:
USGBC-SD Board Meeting
Time:
6:00pm - 10:00pm
Location:
The Neurosciences Institute, 10640 John Jay Hopkins Drive in La Jolla
Description:
The architect and designer Alfred HomannAlfred Homann grew up in South Zealand, Denmark. In 1976, he graduated as an architect from the Royal Danish Academy of Fine Arts in Copenhagen.
During his years as a student, he worked for the distinguished architect Vilhelm Wohlert. In 1978, he opened his own design and architecture office in Denmark, and from 1987 to 1995 he also practiced as a designer in the U.S.
Homann is one of Denmark’s most renowned architects. His designs are featured in projects and exhibits worldwide. In the past few decades, Homann has received international awards for his buildings, furniture and luminaire designs. Since his collaboration with Louis Poulsen in 1976, he has designed award winning luminaires such as the Kipp and Nyhavn series.
He believes that furniture and lighting create ambience in a space. By using timeless luminaires and furniture, Homann is able to enhance an environment through a product’s shape, surface material and detail.
See http://interrobangsd.org for more information.
Time:
6:30pm - 8:00pm
Location:
San Diego Natural History Museum, Balboa Park
Description:
Climate Change and Our Water Resources
Peter Gleick, Ph.D., President, Pacific Institute
The reality of global climate change is here. Among the most significant impacts will be threats to our water resources—water quality, quantity, the risks of storms and droughts, and rising sea levels. Look at how climate change will affect water resources globally and locally, and learn how to respond in ways that help us move along the path to sustainable water management and use in the 21st century.
Stay after the lecture for a book signing with Dr. Gleick!
Register soon, these free lectures sell out.
Time:
5:30pm - 8:30pm
Location:
CCSE - 8690 Balboa Ave, Ste 100, San Diego, CA 92123
Description:
This month's Green Meet:
Retrospective - Where are we one year after the fire? - Details TBD
Location:
University of California, San Diego
Description:
First in a quarterly series of all-day public forums.
Featuring: A Green Job Fair
And...
Presentations and Workshops on Strategies to
* Transition to a more secure and environmentally-sound regional economy
* Green your business with eco-friendly practices and technologies.
* Explore alternative green business models
*Find a green job
Time:
11:00am - 3:00pm
Location:
Casa Del Prado Courtyard, Balboa Park -San Diego.
Description:
The California Native Plant Society San Diego Chapter's Fall Plant Sale...
Saturday, October 18th, 2008
CNPS Members - 10AM to 3PM
Public - 11AM to 3PM
Buy a CNPS membership at the plant sale and get in at 10:00am!
We'll have just about everything from native bulbs, seeds, books, and posters, to plants.
From Abies to Yucca; there will be over 150 different species totaling more than 3000 pots.
This is a good place to see California native plants close-up and learn more about them.
Talk to professional native plant gardeners about their care.
Read the informative signs with photographs of each plant in bloom, its natural habitat and range, and horticultural hints.
We have an excellent selection of handouts to take home and books and other items to purchase.
Plan to come early as some species sell out in minutes and most plants are gone by noon.
Bring your little red wagons and boxes.
There is a loading zone on Village Place in front of the patio.
Books, posters, wildflower seeds and FREE expert California Native advice will also be available.
CASH or CHECKS only
Location:
Hyyatt, Mission Bay 1441 Quivira Road, 92109
Description:
You're Invited!
Come Join us and discover a "World of Energy Efficiency Innovation" at the 2008 ET Summit.
This is a unique opportunity to explore promising new technologies and learn about current key policy considerations at the local, state and national levels.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an event that will explore ideas and
technologies that offer infinite possibilities!
We now have a great line up of events and speakers. Take this opportunity to
meet top industry experts who will discuss the latest innovations in
energy-efficient technologies and practices.
*We have updated our Website!
*You can now get details on Keynotes, Plenary and Breakout Sessions, Schedules,
Exhibiting, Sponsorship and much more!
http://www.etccconference.com/
Location:
Hyyatt, Mission Bay 1441 Quivira Road, 92109
Description:
You're Invited!
Come Join us and discover a "World of Energy Efficiency Innovation" at the 2008 ET Summit.
This is a unique opportunity to explore promising new technologies and learn about current key policy considerations at the local, state and national levels.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an event that will explore ideas and
technologies that offer infinite possibilities!
We now have a great line up of events and speakers. Take this opportunity to
meet top industry experts who will discuss the latest innovations in
energy-efficient technologies and practices.
*We have updated our Website!
*You can now get details on Keynotes, Plenary and Breakout Sessions, Schedules,
Exhibiting, Sponsorship and much more!
http://www.etccconference.com/
Location:
Hyyatt, Mission Bay 1441 Quivira Road, 92109
Description:
You're Invited!
Come Join us and discover a "World of Energy Efficiency Innovation" at the 2008 ET Summit.
This is a unique opportunity to explore promising new technologies and learn about current key policy considerations at the local, state and national levels.
Don't miss this opportunity to be part of an event that will explore ideas and
technologies that offer infinite possibilities!
We now have a great line up of events and speakers. Take this opportunity to
meet top industry experts who will discuss the latest innovations in
energy-efficient technologies and practices.
*We have updated our Website!
*You can now get details on Keynotes, Plenary and Breakout Sessions, Schedules,
Exhibiting, Sponsorship and much more!
