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Want to know how we are advancing sustainable development? Tapestry Development Group has successfully installed solar panels on our Highland Terrace II property in Columbus, leveraging incentives from the 2021 federal Inflation Reduction Act. This initiative underscores our commitment to sustainable and inclusive community development. By integrating solar energy, we aim to reduce our carbon footprint while enhancing long-term affordability and resilience for our residents. Moving forward, we plan to incorporate solar panels on two upcoming projects this year, reinforcing our dedication to environmental sustainability. We look forward to sharing the updates as they come. We will continue to implement green initiatives across our developments. #SustainableDevelopment #SolarEnergy #AffordableHousing #GreenBuilding #InflationReductionAct #CommunityDevelopment #EnvironmentalSustainability #TapestryDevelopmentGroup #AffordableHousingGA #CommunityDevelopmentGA #HelpingBuildCommunities #GeorgiaHousingInitiative #HousingEqualityGA

Money doesn’t grow on trees, but it certainly grows on sunshine ? We’re working with Equans UK & Ireland and the LHW Partnership LLP to deliver a new solar farm in Barkham. It’s a great investment for the local area as the solar farm could generate an income of around ￡2.74 million a year, helping us protect the essential frontline services our residents rely on so much ? It’s also a big win for our plans to help tackle the climate emergency, as the solar farm will generate a carbon saving of more than 6,000 tonnes of CO2 emissions a year, see thousands of new trees planted, and a significant improvement to the biodiversity of the area through detailed landscaping plans. We’re also creating a new traffic free greenway route to better connect local towns and villages and encourage people to ‘ditch their cars’ ?? Read more about this great scheme here ??https://lnkd.in/gTjx4psD

Hoosier rural communities are keen to boost their resilience but struggle to find the time and resources to compete for federal funding for sustainability projects. That's where the Indiana Resilience Funding Hub comes in. Since launching in 2023, the Hub has helped secure more than $1M for small communities in the state, including projects that address: ?? electrification ??♀? alternative transportation ? energy efficiency https://lnkd.in/gAtCyrPA

Capital-aligned decarbonization is key to achieving climate mitigation, adaptation, and affordability. I've enjoyed working with Region of Peel's Capital Planning & Project Management, Real Property Asset Management, and Climate Change & Energy Management teams on this and several other deep retrofit projects over the past couple of years. I'm impressed by their commitment to achieving affordability, climate resilience, and climate adaptation for the Peel Living portfolio and their dedication to implementing these complex projects. I'm grateful to be part of a robust team of professionals at WSP in Canada providing full building envelope, capital planning, energy, carbon (embodied and operational), structural, mechanical, and electrical consulting engineering services for the assessment, strategy development, zero carbon leadership, design, construction review, and contract management on this and several other Region of Peel projects. Soon, the renewed building enclosure will emerge from the scaffolding and we will be implementing a new low-carbon HVAC system that provides improved ventilation and cooling for residents. All while this building remains occupied! Christian Flores Ben Sagriff Aldrin Villamayor @Andrea Yee Dan Templeton Emily Haggarty Hamid Reza Hooshangi, Tony Noce Russell Ashbourne Robin Tuck Kévin Duris Jason Paulos Mark Centrone Toynbee Gonsalves Biljana Bajagic, @nalinda mendis Brian Campbell #realproperty #decarbonization #zerocarbon #deepretrofit #electrification #lowcarbonHVAC #envelope #architecture #energy #efficiency #zerocarbon #capitalplanning #capex #resilience #climate #climatechange #resiliency #buildingscience #mechanical #mechanicalengineering #retrofit #renewal #decarbonizedcapitalplanning

This is what #climate leadership looks like: "Climate justice becomes an all-city, all-bureau agenda. That’s the future of city governance: a focusing of purpose across all bureaus. Holding big businesses accountable for their #carbon footprint and then reinvesting that money back into impacted communities to repair harm is an incredible return on investment. This is how you rethink city leadership to fit the times." Way to lead, Portland. #climatejustice #cleanenergyfund Latest in Fast Company Carbon Neutral Cities Alliance Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN) Southeast Sustainability Directors Network https://lnkd.in/eFEXVwGm

New York is investing $32M in the Clean Mobility Program to support community-led projects that tackle local transportation challenges and reduce emissions. The funding will prioritize sustainable mobility solutions like micro mobility, shuttles, and ridesharing to improve connectivity, especially for disadvantaged communities. Administered by NYSERDA, the program offers planning grants up to $100K and demonstration grants up to $3M. Specific allocations include $8M for targeted regional projects, $5M for micro mobility, and $3M for the Bronx. This initiative aligns with NY's goal of 85% emissions cuts by 2050 and complements broader state investments in renewable energy and environmental programs. Apply by August 15, 2024, with potential additional rounds in 2025. #CleanMobility #SustainableTransportation #ClimateAction #NewYork

USGBC's Impact Report is a snapshot of USGBC's global impact, centering on communities and people. It highlights the impact the green building community has had on our movement. "The impact of our community extends beyond buildings. Our global community has shaped policy, shifted markets toward sustainable and healthy materials, inspired generations of professionals, and proven that the built environment can be a leading contributor to a better future for all. - Peter Templeton, president and CEO, USGBC View the report to learn more about the impact of #LEED and the global green building community. https://bit.ly/48WZJpF

Elmsbrook: A Pioneering Eco-Town in the UK Elmsbrook isn't just a town; it's a blueprint for a greener future. This groundbreaking development in the UK boasts: Ultra-Efficient Homes:?Passivhaus certified buildings minimize energy needs, creating a comfortable living environment with minimal environmental impact. Solar Powerhouse:?Solar panels on every roof will soon form the UK's largest residential solar array, harnessing clean energy for the entire community. Net-Zero on the Horizon:?Elmsbrook is on track to become one of the UK's first truly zero-carbon communities, thanks to its commitment to sustainability. Thriving Green Spaces:?A whopping 40% of the development is dedicated to parks and wild areas, promoting biodiversity and fostering a connection with nature. Zero Waste to Landfill:?Smart waste management keeps waste out of landfills, leading to a 30% reduction in the project's carbon footprint. Sustainable Travel:?Elmsbrook prioritizes eco-friendly ways to get around. Cycle paths, pedestrian walkways, and readily available public transport with live updates in homes make car-free living a breeze. Electric vehicle charging points and an electric car club further encourage sustainable choices. Elmsbrook is a shining example of how we can build thriving communities that live in harmony with the environment. #SustainableLiving #EcoCommunity

It's #SolarSaturday, and today we're highlighting a two-time #SolarMoonshotProgram grantee, Community Action Network (CAN) of Ann Arbor, which recently celebrated its two-year #solaranniversary for a couple of solar projects that are part of the Bryant Neighborhood Decarbonization project. These solar projects were made possible thanks to our philanthropic partner, BQuest Foundation, which funded the Solar Moonshot Program grant. ?? Bryant is a neighborhood in Ann Arbor, Michigan, that is engaged in a deep, multi-year effort to become the first fully decarbonized neighborhood in the Midwest. The Bryant Neighborhood Decarbonization project is an effort to work directly with residents in the Bryant neighborhood to design a strategy to improve health, safety, affordability, comfort and get local carbon emissions to zero. The Bryant neighborhood consists of roughly 260 households, of which 75 percent are considered low-income, over 50 percent of residents are BIPOC and 50 percent of residents are renters. This project is about more than solar, it’s about equitable decarbonizing and transforming the lives of a Community of Concern. Over the past year, the solar power systems have been able to produce 9,760 kWh of clean solar power, resulting in thousands of dollars in electric bills savings. Our first Solar Moonshot Program grant to Community Action Network was in collaboration with the City Of Ann Arbor and helped the city’s first clean energy resilience hub come to fruition thanks to our philanthropic partner, #LeftCoastFund. "Hammond Climate Solutions Foundation's Solar Moonshot Program is a critical first step in Community Action Network's effort to create the first pre-existing neighborhood to become carbon neutral in the Midwest! Our innovative approach to neighborhood-wide coordination and collaboration in a predominantly BIPOC under-resourced community will serve as a future template for addressing both environmental and social justice. The Solar Moonshot Program's early on investment has provided the much-needed nudge to ensure success!” said Derrick Miller, the executive director of Community Action Network. To learn more about this project, visit https://lnkd.in/ghd5xBnz To learn more about the Solar Moonshot Program, which helps nonprofit organizations afford the switch to solar, visit www.solarmoonshot.org Stay tuned for next week’s #SolarSaturday feature! ??