Resources
NYS Resources
Unwaste NY
The Unwaste NY website contains information, resources, and tools for New Yorkers to learn about energy use and set a personal goal to reduce energy waste. You can find out how to reduce your energy waste by modifying everyday behaviors, and making some easy changes to your home. You can find financial incentives and rebate programs to help you save money as you make changes to save energy. You can even create a custom plan to unwaste your home, and connect with other New Yorkers, in the Unwaste Network, who are doing the same
New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
NYSERDA is a tremendous resource for any residence, business, or municipality striving to reduce their energy consumption or considering building a new green building or retrofitting an existing one. NYSERDA has the tools to help.
View this video High Performance Buildings Video from NYSERDA to learn more, then visit their extensive website: www.nyserda.org
Green Careers NY
The Green Careers NY website is a portal to help visitors find information on a variety of “green” topics. You'll find information about green jobs and careers, how to get green training, and incentives for going green.
USGBC Resources
Green Building Certification Institute - information for LEED Accredited Professionals & Credentials
Greenbuild(365) - programs & plenary sessions online
Green Guide for Homes - resources for residential sector
Green Guide for Schools - resources for schools
Green Guide for Local Governments - resources for communities
ReGreen Residential Remodeling Guidelines - resources for homeowners
Helpful USGBC and GBCI Websites and Emails
Education
Courses, Education Provider Program, Educator Resources
www.usgbc.org/education and www.gbci.org/erp/coursecatalog/index.aspx
Education inquiries unrelated to LEED workshops
education@usgbc.org
LEED (Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design) LEED Green Building Rating System
www.usgbc.org/leed
LEED Certification for Buildings and Neighborhoods and Credentials for Individuals
http://www.gbci.org/
Membership
USGBC Membership for Companies and Organizations
www.usgbc.org/membership or membership@usgbc.org
Greenbuild Conference & Expo www.greenbuildexpo.org
Green Schools Advocate Materials
Why LEED for Schools?
How to Deliver the Message
Green Schools Advocate Training 12-8-07
Advocate Training Resources
Office of Professions, New York State Education Department (maintains list of registered Architects, Landscape Architects, Engineers & Interior Designers etc.)
Government/Not-for-Profit Organizations
U.S. Green Building Council ( USGBC) and Green Building Certification Institute
Upstate Chapter Documents
Posted 1/3 - Chapter Branch Guidelines
Posted 1/8 - Fundraising in Tough Times
Posted 1/11 - Upstate Case Statement
Posted 1/11 - Green School Audit
