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?? Join GAIA, Prologis, Rexford Industrial, Hillwood, and Permacity Foundation at NAIOP ICON West in Los Angeles March 27. Our Industrial Solar & Battery Storage panel invites expert perspectives to share their real-world examples on compliance, financing, and investor risk mitigation — ? Ryan McEvoy, Founder at GAIA (Moderator) ? Jacob Morgan, VP of Development-Energy Storage and Solar at Prologis ? Josh Cox, SVP of Development at Hillwood ? Richard Bogan, Director of Capital Projects at Rexford Industrial ? Jonathan Port, Founder of PermaCity Foundation ?? Thursday March 27 @ 10:20am Attendees will learn: ?? Navigating Title 24 Solar & Battery Requirements: What’s mandatory, what’s avoidable, and how to stay compliant. ?? Entitlement Challenges & Beyond-Code Mandates: How evolving regulations and environmental pressure are reshaping industrial projects. ?? Utility Constraints & Interconnection Hurdles: Are developers planning for grid capacity limits and delays? ?? Financial Impact & Investment Strategies: Does solar and battery storage pencil out? Comparing Cash vs. PPA, ESG drivers, leasing demand, and potential pitfalls in solar contracts. ??? Link to buy tickets in the comments.

Trammell Crow Company is driving change up the supply chain ??. Over the years we've supported TCC sustainability initiatives, including #LEED certification, #embodiedcarbon reduction, and energy efficiency through energy models and commissioning. "Not too long ago, low VOC carpet and paints were difficult to source. Today, they are ubiquitous. Developers, architects and contractors demanded these materials and manufacturers responded and they are de facto standards today—boosting occupant wellbeing and productivity. We are doing the same thing today, helping suppliers see the value of future-proofing their operations by creating lower carbon materials." What’s one material innovation you hope to see become a new industry standard?

??Had so much fun leading a My Green Earth, Inc. lesson, alongside Dajawn Williams at my son’s elementary school. We taught ESL students about native vs. invasive plants and the role they play in our environment! We explored Georgia’s white oak, medicinal naturalized dandelions, learned why poison ivy is actually an important food source for birds vs. kudzu, which has taken over landscapes. The kids were so engaged and excited to be outside learning about the biodiversity right in their school playground. I had the honor to translate the lesson prepared by My Green Earth, Inc. in Spanish. It’s always inspiring to see young minds get curious about nature. You never know—one of these students might be shaping the future of sustainable land management.

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Companies are doubling down on solar, and the numbers prove it. ?? The latest Solar Means Business report from Solar Energy Industries Association highlights how commercial solar adoption is driving energy cost savings and resilience. GAIA is proud to see our clients and their projects featured in this report. As Solar Owner's Reps, we help owners navigate solar and battery storage opportunities—from feasibility to implementation. View report: https://lnkd.in/gj-zH7gj Learn the value of a Solar Owner's Rep: https://lnkd.in/gJdDtSRP

???? Spotted at Rexford Industrial's project in Sylmar, California during our commissioning site visit. Love seeing fruit grow in urban spaces! Project: 12772 San Fernando Road https://lnkd.in/g7HTY3Km

I.CON West is around the corner and GAIA is excited to present on stage for the 3rd year in a row. Ryan McEvoy, Principal & Founder, will be moderating a panel about California's new solar & battery storage requirements and compliance strategies. Who's planning to attend?

Great to see The HUB @ ONT incorporating sustainability and decarbonization strategies. Our team conducted the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) to measure embodied carbon and support the project’s LEED Silver certification goals. Looking forward to its progress!

A ?hydrogen-powered train just shattered a world record. The Flirt H2 ran non-stop for 46+ hours, covering 1,700+ miles, all without a single refuel.