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“Think Home First 💭” As part of our wildfire defense series, we want to share how you can increase the chances of a property surviving a wildfire The 3 most effective ways are: 🏠 Home Hardening: Use fire-resistant building materials to protect your home from wildfires 🛣️ Create your defensible space: Defensible space is the buffer that helps to keep the fire away from a home 🪴Fire-resistant landscaping: Surround your home with fire-resistant landscaping Read more in our Wildfire Defense Toolkit, developed by California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) 🔗: https://lnkd.in/gsfEt8ED Plus, check out our Wildfire Defense + Extreme Heat trainings schedule to get certified on how to protect your community and property 🧑🏫: https://lnkd.in/gQDZ-jhA Up Next ⬇️ Stay tuned for the next Wildfire post, where you can learn how to develop a “Wildfire Action Plan: Emergency Preparedness and Evacuation” ⛑️

To prepare for a wildfire emergency, CalFire recommends that homeowners and households put together a Wildfire Action Plan, an Emergency Supply Kit, and an Evacuation Plan. Here’s what you need to know: 🧯A Wildfire Action Plan must be prepared in advance of a wildfire, and be familiar to all household members and includes an evacuation plan with clear instructions. 💬 What does an “Emergency Kit” look like? See slide 3 as we list items that an emergency kit should have (according to California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE). Save this post for future reference 🔖 💬 What does a successful “Evacuation Plan” look like? 📍 A designated meeting location outside the fire hazard area 🗺️ Multiple escape routes from the house and surrounding area, and more! • Keep your home and loved ones safe this wildfire season ⛑️. Read more in our Wildfire Defense Toolkit, developed by CAL FIRE: https://lnkd.in/gsfEt8ED • Plus, check out our Wildfire Defense + Extreme Heat trainings schedule to get certified on how to protect your community and property ❤️🩹: https://lnkd.in/gQDZ-jhA PODCAST ALERT 🎙️ Listen to our Executive Director, Ben Stapleton on the Building Enclosure podcast to learn more about our wildfire defense and extreme heat programs: https://lnkd.in/gPDisMqc

Please join our own board member Seth Strongin as he shares his experience on the "Advancing Decarbonization: Embodied Carbon Reductions Enter California Building Code" panel via our friends at AIA Los Angeles! It will be worth getting up early for! About the panel: A pioneering update to California’s building code will require reductions in Embodied Carbon for commercial building projects. A panel of experts will discuss the implications, strategies, opportunities, and tools to advance embodied carbon reduction relative to the CALGreen code update. https://lnkd.in/e5ufkTW5

Now is the time to prepare for hotter days! Heat can cause serious illness, so make a plan and take extra care to prevent yourself from getting sick. Swipe for tips to keep yourself healthy in the heat! Visit bit.ly/LA-Heat-Resources for more ways to stay #HeatSafeLA

Proud to announce our partnership with #Greenbuild! Together, we are empowering sustainability and driving positive change in the built environment. Join us at the Pennsylvania Convention Center from November 12-15, 2024, and be part of the movement towards a more resilient, equitable future 🌎 For more information, visit the Greenbuild website and register today to be a part of this impactful event 🌿! https://bit.ly/3Kr4RXG **Use code "USGBCCAEXPO" to receive unlimited free attendee expo passes to distribute to members/network! 🔁 NOTE: This code, USGBCCAEXPO, does not expire, the code is only valid for the 2024 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo

What happens when you bring sustainability advocates together for a book chat? Admirable conversations paired with delicious drinks (who could ask for more)! 🌿 Join the USGBC Northern California Women in Green Committee for a Book Club and Happy Hour on Monday, August 5 from 5:30-7:30 pm at Bar Part Time in San Francisco, CA 🌁 We're excited to dive into Jessica Bantom's celebrated book, "Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World," and hear your thoughtful insights 💭. Haven't read the whole book 📚? This is the perfect space to meet other inspiring women and allies–we encourage you to come anyway! Register now and be part of this engaging event 🌱: https://lnkd.in/gjhAXEBf

2 SOLD OUT EVENTS 👀! But don’t worry–here are some events you can sign up for this week 🙌 ⭐️ Fri, Aug 2 | Extreme Heat Certificate Training for Construction Professionals - SOLD OUT! 🔥 We have a Spanish Extreme Heat Training on Fri, Aug 23. Sign up for it, or share 🔁 with your network: https://lnkd.in/gPHHC7dY ⭐️ Mon, Aug 5 | 📍 San Francisco, CA | Book Club and Happy Hour - USGBC Northern California Women in Green Committee | What happens when you bring sustainability advocates together for a book chat 📚🐛? Admirable conversations paired with delicious drinks! We'll be discussing the celebrated book by Jessica Bantom, “Design for Identity: How to Design Authentically for a Diverse World”: https://lnkd.in/gjhAXEBf ⭐️ Thu, Aug 8 | 12-1 pm | 💻 Online | Informal Settlements: Building with the People, by the People, for the People | Discover how to bridge the gap between architectural theory and everyday life by exploring the world of informal settlements 📄! Learn about recycling ♻️, low tech systems, innovation & adaptability, and more: https://lnkd.in/gzQwuivB ⭐️ Thu, Aug 8 | 5-7 pm | 📍 Los Angeles, CA | Emerging Professionals: Speed Networking & Resume Workshop | Whether you’re a recent graduate or looking to advance your career, this workshop offers invaluable opportunities to grow and succeed! 🤓📈: https://lnkd.in/gckMN5hP ⭐️ Fri, Aug 9 | 💻 Online | Decarbonization is a Group Project: Embodied Carbon & Scope 3 Emissions - SOLD OUT! 🔥

Climate Café was a success 🤩🌿! Thank you to Fox Point Farms for allowing San Diego's Women+ in Green to host this incredible event. The farm-to-table food and brew were incredible 👩🌾 We discussed all things climate, and we appreciate everyone who joined us. Thank you for your profound words, and for carving out time to spend the evening with us 🎑

PRESS ALERT 🚨🗞️ Exciting developments in California's push for greener transportation! USGBC California is proud to be featured in Government Technology's article exploring the growing presence of EV chargers at curbs and apartments across the state 🚗 We believe it's crucial to create accessible charging solutions to help foster a more sustainable future for all 🌿🔋. Check out the full article for more insights on how GreenWealth Energy and Voltpost are working to make electric vehicles a more workable solution for renters and people with lower incomes: https://lnkd.in/g2bSZqZ8   #Sustainability #GreenBuilding #USGBC #EVCharging #California #CleanEnergy

We're so thrilled for RainStick for completing an oversubscribed $2.6M Seed+ funding round 🥳! Fun fact: Rainstick was part of the Net Zero Accelerator 2023 cohort 👏: https://lnkd.in/gfhJ5exM Read their blog to learn more: https://lnkd.in/geXk8nZz