Green Building United

Our Delaware Community Mix & Mingle last Wednesday was a resounding success! Thank you to our GBU Members and Delaware friends for the fun-filled evening🎉 🥂 No worries if you missed out on this one, we're hosting a GBU Happy Hour on August 7th and we'd love to see you there! Link in our bio for info on free registration🔗

As we head into August, GBU reflects on significant policy achievements and ongoing advocacy efforts. Over the past six months, our community's dedication led to the adoption of the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code for commercial buildings in Pennsylvania and secured substantial funding for energy efficiency and green building initiatives in the state budget. However, challenges remain, such as the non-adoption of the residential energy code and the lack of funding for the Whole Home Repair program. Click the link to read more about our victories and future advocacy plans: https://bit.ly/3Slzt1b

Our Delaware Community Mix & Mingle last Wednesday was a resounding success! Thank you to our GBU Members and Delaware friends for the fun-filled evening🎉 🥂 No worries if you missed out on this one, we're hosting a GBU Happy Hour on August 7th and we'd love to see you there! Register for free here: https://bit.ly/3XSUPqj

This week, our Living Future Community came together for a discussion on the origins and environmental benefits of our regional wood products🌲 Join the Living Future Community at our next GBU Happy Hour on August 7th! Link in our bio for more info🍃

Thank you to our Passive House Community for another informative and fun event last week🥂 Don't miss out on the next one! Check out our roster of upcoming events: https://bit.ly/4bO96HY

Join us on September 18th for an insightful discussion on the importance of making spaces accessible for people with sensory sensitivities, including neurodivergent and highly sensitive individuals. We'll debunk myths about the needs and capabilities of autistic people and showcase processes for integrating sensory accessibility into sustainable design projects, developed by autistic and highly sensitive designers. Register for free: https://bit.ly/4czJtfk

Exciting months ahead! Check out our upcoming event roster - from virtual coffee chats and fun networking events to educational sessions with CEUs. There's something for everyone; For more event info and to register: https://bit.ly/4bO96HY

Join us for a summer happy hour bringing together Green Building United members & the Living Future and Passive House Communities! Network and catch up with fellow green building enthusiasts, share ideas, and celebrate your passion for sustainable design. This informal event is open to all, so come meet new people, reconnect with colleagues, and raise a glass to a greener future! 🥂 Register here: https://bit.ly/3XSUPqj

The School District of Philadelphia has effectively leveraged the GESA Program to enhance learning environments through Energy Performance Contracting. Join GBU and David Newman (VP of Engineering at Energia) on August 13th as we delve into how extensive building upgrades, including Indoor Air Quality improvements and lighting optimization, are creating environmentally friendly, healthy, and high-performance schools. Register for free: https://bit.ly/3S0YX3I

Our Northeast Rising Community Emergency Response Training was a big success with 22 members completing the two day training!👏 🚨 This effort was spearheaded by longtime northeast Wilmington community organizer and army veteran Jaehn Dennis and supported by our NFWF flood resilience funding. Training was provided by City of Wilmington Office of Emergency Management, New Castle County Office of Emergency Management and Delaware Emergency Management Agency.