Resources
Design for Social Impact: How-To Guide
This guide lays out the principles of design for social impact and offers different modes of engagement that design firms can use to form projects that create positive social change in communities. Read More
Potential Application of Renewable Energy on Brownfield Sites: A Case Study of Michigan
Conversion of brownfields into solar and wind power sites can create jobs and attract investment in addition to enabling expedited development, according to a study by the Land Policy Institute at Michigan State University. Read More
State of the 2009 Sustainable Meeting Industry
This first report looking at the state of sustainable meetings gives an overview of trends and forecasts, with ideas and recommendations for greening meetings. Read More
Defining, Estimating and Forecasting the Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Industries in the U.S. and Colorado
This report estimates and forecasts the renewable energy and energy efficiency industries for the U.S. and Colorado, including definition, current size and composition and expected growth under three policy scenarios. Read More
A Blueprint for Legislative Action
The U.S. Climate Action Partnership extensive report detailing recommendations for a federal cap and trade emissions reduction program and complimentary actions. Read More
Assessment of Achievable Potential from Energy Efficiency and Demand Response Programs in the U.S.
This report from the Electric Power Research Institute details the achievable potential for electricity energy savings and peak demand reduction from energy efficiency and demand response programs through 2030. Read More
USGBC Update: The New Agenda – Green Jobs That Save Energy And Save Money
The U.S. Green Building Council reports to its more than 18,000 members about ongoing talks with the energy and environment members of President-elect Barack Obama's transition team about green building and its role as an essential element to economic recovery. Read More
Buying Environmentally Preferable Office Equipment
This fact sheet is intended to help institutions easily adopt a purchasing program for printers, copiers and fax machines that accounts for social and environmental concerns. Read More
The Smart Grid: An Introduction
This report explains what a smart grid is, the benefits of a smarter electrical grid and what the Department of Energy is doing to put a smart grid in place. Read More
Jerry Yudelson’s Top Ten Predictions for Green Building
Green building consultant Jerry Yudelson offers his Top 10 list of green building trends for 2009. Read More