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Dear ,
I am excited to see many of you at SARTA's Clean Tech Showcase next week (Tuesday!). If you haven't registered yet, it's time to sign up for the most comprehensive, region-focused clean tech event of the year. I'm honored to be a part of a panel discussion, and GCA welcomes all of you to visit our booth and meet the Valley Vision staff for the project.
The next month brings other exciting large-scale events to the Sacramento region: the Summit of Emerging Technologies in Energy Efficiency and the Governors' Global Climate Summit 3.
Events like these are great for bringing recognition to the region's green and clean tech sector-- by other regions and our local community, too. If you are a part of any green associations or industry groups, we encourage you to contact Paul Miller of the Sacramento Convention and Visitors' Bureau to learn about the perks and benefits of hosting your conferences right here in the Sacramento area.
Happy Autumn!
Be well,
Kristine
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SACOG Receives $1.5 Million award
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The Sacramento Area Council of Governments (SACOG) has received a $1.5 million competitive grant award from the U.S. Housing and Urban Development (HUD). The award was made under HUD's new Sustainable Communities Regional Planning Grant program which supports the development and implementation of regional plans that combine affordable housing with retail and business development. Congresswoman Doris Matsui stated that the funding "will further enable SACOG and its partners to implement their plans for local projects that are creating sustainable communities with access to high-quality public transit and affordable housing options." View Article. |
Small Business Energy & Water Makeovers
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| Earlier this month, SMUD, the City of Sacramento, and the California Air Resources Board joined efforts to help small businesses in Sacramento take advantage of cost savings by become more energy efficient. The Stockton Blvd and Oak Park business districts were selected for the Small Business Energy & Water Makeovers, provided with free electricity and water-use "check-ups" by SMUD and the Sacramento Department of Utilities respectfully. About 30 staff from b oth SMUD and the City participated in a business walk to spread the word, while also providing information on upcoming rebates and incentives programs. The City and SMUD are partnering to launch a Small Business Energy Efficiency Program, in which small business will have access to energy check-ups, rebates, and financing.
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PACE Highlighted in Comstock's Magazine
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An article in the October issue of Comstock's magazin
e entitled "A Slow Pace?" brings widespread attention to the current topic
surrounding Property Assessed Clean Energy (PACE) programs. The article, also featured on the cover, spreads awareness on the benefits our region can gain from PACE, and how the program stall has affected jurisdictions in our region and nationwide. Read online or inside the October 2010 issue.
Photo: Yes! Construction Services Inc. in Roseville. Photo by Ken James.
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| UPCOMING EVENTS |
Coming Soon: Clean Tech Showcase
A great way to get up to date on the latest clean tech news and companies in the Sacramento region. Don't forget to stop by the GCA booth! Note: Tickets are required.
HealthCorps Sacramento Kickoff Featuring Dr. OzDate and Time: Saturday October 23, 2:00 - 3:30 PM Location: Luther Burbank High School Theater, 3500 Florin Road, Sacramento Focus: Join Sacramento Mayor Johnson and The California Walnut Board in welcoming HealthCorps founder, heart surgeon, and host of "The Dr. Oz Show", Dr. Mehmet Oz. A short Greenwise meeting will take place from 3:00 - 3:30 PM. RSVP: Required
Sacramento Green Drinks
Date: First Thursday of each month, 6:00 - 8:00 PM Location: TBDFocus: A casual monthly get together for professionals in the green or clean tech sector.
2010 Summit on Emerging Technologies in Energy Efficiency
Date: November 7-9 Location: Sacramento Convention Center Focus: Explore promising new technologies and learn about key policy considerations at the local, state, and national level.
RSVP: Register by Friday, October 22 for the early bird rate
Governors' Global Climate Summit 3
Date: November 15-16
Location: UC Davis, Mondavi Center
Focus: Gathering leaders from around the world, the event's vision is to catalyze climate change solutions to promote a clean, green global economy and economic prosperity for developed and developing nations. INNOVATE 2010Date and Time: November 19, 11:30 AM - 2:30 PM Location: Hyatt Regency Sacramento, 1209 L Street, Sacramento Focus: This new Metro Chamber forum will focus on the intersection of green technology and innovation, clean tech application, and sustainable community strategy. RSVP: Registration is required |
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