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  Green Building Challenge Newsletter | Jan 12, 2016

Welcome
This month, we highlight Challenge participation by city, and recognize our leading participants: Shade Hotel, Custom Video ProductionsBeach Cities Health District, Watson Land, LEDtronics and Green Hapas Recycling!

As a Challenge participant, we invite you to attend two informative trainings, covering the basics of HVAC and an update on new Title-24 Standards. Please see info below and contact us if you have suggestions for future educational events.
Upcoming Trainings
HVAC Basics - 2/12/2016 

Attend this workshop to discover how you can create comfortable interior conditions while reducing HVAC cost for both residential and non-residential applications. Earn points for Tenant E&O-006 and Prop E&O-001. Read More
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New T24 Standards - 2/2/2016

Learn about residential and non-residential building envelope, lighting & mechanical requirements affecting new construction under California's 2016 Title-24 Energy Efficiency Standards.Earn points for Tenant E&O-006 and Prop E&O-001. Read More
6 Smart Energy Resolutions for 2016
As we begin 2016, we reflect on the past year and set new goals. It's a great time to review ways to save energy and take action to reduce your footprint and bill. From unplugging unused electronics, sealing air leaks, and fuel efficient driving, what will you do in 2016?  Read More.  

Reduce your energy usage and earn points through Tenant ENR-003 and Prop ENR-008!
Resources
Easy ways to earn points and climb the leaderboard!
 
  • Set Water Conservation Goals - 50 points (Tenant & Prop H2O-000)
  • Connect with the Challenge on Social Media -100 points (Tenant E&O-003, Prop E&O-008)
  • Invite Colleagues to join the Challenge - up to 300 points (Tenant E&O-002 (250 points), Prop E&O-004 (300 points))
  • Encourage your employees to install free aerators at home or install aerators at the office - up to 500 points (Tenant H2O-004, Prop H20-003) 
Questions? Contact us at gbc@southbaycities.org 
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