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🌧️💰💚Investing in a rain barrel = sustainable garden/lawn irrigation + environment protection + 💰 savings! Why wait? Pre-order yours TODAY and start making a difference! RainBarrelProgram.org/Houston 🌱🌻🌿
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🌧️💰💚Investing in a rain barrel = sustainable garden/lawn irrigation + environment protection + 💰 savings! Why wait? Pre-order yours TODAY and start making a difference! RainBarrelProgram.org/Houston 🌱🌻🌿
🔍 Searching for places to recycle? This website has got you covered! Find over 350 materials & 100K+ listings by entering your zip code and the material you're trying to recycle. bit.ly/3TJapRf 🌎
Tomorrow is ! Join the biggest hour for 🌎 and switch off your lights starting at 8:30pm to show solidarity. Give an hour for earth, together let's make a difference! 🤗
🤩It’s Tax Season! 🤩Homeowners, if you've been considering making energy-efficiency improvements, you can now save 💰 with the Inflation Reduction Act! 🌎Get more info about the tax incentives here👉 https://bit.ly/3n6WpEH 💸
🌸 Spring officially starts next week, and you know what that means. Spring showers! Capture the rainwater with a rain barrel. Pre-order today! ➡ rainbarrelprogram.org/Houston 🌧️
Are you thinking 🤔 about building your own home? Did you know that your home can be LEED certified? Check what is required to build a living space where you can thrive before beginning on those plans. bit.ly/3llapKf
Green architecture and urbanism are growing in popularity as ways to fight climate change at every level. They are beautiful and sustainable and offer a range of effective options, including urban trees, rain gardens, and green networks. This article explores some of the benefits of green architecture and urbanism, and how they can be used to fight climate change. http://bit.ly/3ZXecw2
What is artificial nature? It could be the answer to combatting climate change and using urbanization in smart green ways.
Join us on , April 22, 2023, at Discovery Green. The theme for this year is water! Come celebrate the importance of water with us by learning all about it through educational talks, fun activities, and a variety of other family-friendly activities! You do not want to miss out! http://bit.ly/3YpSRKA
🌧️💦Don't let stormwater go to waste! Help protect our freshwater resources with a rain barrel. 🌿 Perfect for small business owners, schools, homeowners, and corporations. Pre-order yours now and conserve our precious water! rainbarrelprogram.org/Houston 🌧️💦
If you are 👀 to build a sustainable home but don't know where to start? “Ask Steve!" for a free planning consultation. Submit your questions here: bit.ly/3zrsjPk
There's no need to suffer through poor indoor air quality all year round. With a few simple tips, you can keep your home safe and healthy all spring and summer long. Here are some tips to get started: bit.ly/3MEt8ZW
We’re excited to reveal the results of our battery recycling challenge! See how many batteries were recycled and the total weight. Let’s make 2023 the year of battery recycling! https://youtu.be/HbgF9l7jIes ♻
A mosaic of the City of Houston's seal made from recycled batteries.
Thanks to everyone who came out last Wednesday for the Green Building tour at Boxprefab. Stay tuned for the next tour. USGBC Texas Gulf Coast Region
Don't miss Earth Day HTX 2023! This year's event is set to be epic -- we're expecting fun activities, food, and more in downtown Houston. Mark your calendars now and come join us as we celebrate our planet together.
HTX is Wednesday, April 19, 2023! Join Mayor Turner, city departments, and partners in front of city hall from 10 a.m. – 2 p.m. for hands-on activities, displays, food, information, and interactive booths showcasing city initiatives that are paving the way towards a cleaner, greener Houston. Kicking off the big bash will be a star-studded speaker series from April 17-19.
Earth Day HTX 2023 promises to be the largest Earth Day event ever presented by the City of Houston!
Have you completed a DIY home energy audit this year? No! Here's what Steve has to say about it, and don't forget to check out our DIY Home Energy Audit Form. https://bit.ly/3IlpjXX
🌬️💨 Hear this! A new rooftop wind energy innovation can generate 50% more energy than solar at the same cost! 🤔 Read more here: bit.ly/3WGrPhn 📘
Check out this new water 💧 conservation video from Houston Public Works!😀
Last year was one of the hottest years on our planet ever, and we need to do whatever we can to prevent this trend from continuing. That's why I'm encouraging everyone to read more about the rising temperatures and the dangers they pose. Read here ➡ bit.ly/3ZPu6t4
Harris County Commissioners passing the Climate Action Plan is a great start to 2023! 💡 Pledging to cut emissions by 40% in the next 8 yrs. 🌎 Let's take action now & make this world a better place! Read more about it here: bit.ly/41bFkJi
The climate action plan, which passed 3-1 on a party-line vote, aims to reduce emissions compared to a base year of 2021.
Let's make 2023 the year of battery recycling! ♻️ Check out this awesome mosaic of the city of Houston seal made entirely of recycled batteries - can you guess how much it weighs?
Did you know in 2022, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ranked No. 1 on Green Power Partnership Top 30 Local Government once again? To learn more, visit: http://bit.ly/3ZTqq9K
Happy Valentine's Day! ❤️The spring rain barrel sale starts today! Take home a beautiful 50-gallon Ivy rain barrel for just $77 (150% off retail). Love the planet & purchase your rain barrel today! rainbarrelprogram.org/Houston
Don't miss out - sign up for the FREE green building tour now! 🌱📝💚
🗣 Calling all green building enthusiasts! 🌱 Join us on Feb. 22 at Box Prefab’s prefabrication facility to get a sneak peek at the assembly process & official warehouse tour. To RSVP, register on usgbctexas.org/event-5138455 or email [email protected] or call 832-394-9050📢 USGBC Texas Gulf Coast Region
Many individuals believe that you must build a sustainable home from the ground up, but you can always convert your present residence. Making this transition is an upfront investment that will pay itself over time. Here is how you can start: bit.ly/3HOndQI
It's time to upgrade your 🏠 and give it the protection it deserves! Whether you're in the rainiest region or the driest, it pays to plan for the worst-case scenario and make some long-term changes to extend the life of your home. http://bit.ly/3WtgEbo
In a time of increasing natural events and storms, here are some steps you can take toward protecting your home and investment.
Moving your solar system to a new house? Make sure to follow these tips to relocate your solar system and keep your carbon footprint in check! http://bit.ly/3HlKmer
Get ready to get your personalized offer for Texas Solar Switch! Sign up now and take advantage of this exciting opportunity. The deadline to register and accept offers is February 21, 2023 - don't miss it! bit.ly/3x18D3a
🗣 Calling all green building enthusiasts! 🌱 Join us on Feb. 22 at Box Prefab’s prefabrication facility to get a sneak peek at the assembly process & official warehouse tour. To RSVP, register on usgbctexas.org/event-5138455 or email [email protected] or call 832-394-9050📢 USGBC Texas Gulf Coast Region
Wetlands are one of the most interesting and unique ecosystems on Earth. They play an important role in biodiversity and climate regulation, and they provide vital freshwater habitats for many species. World Wetlands Day is a great opportunity to increase your understanding of wetlands, and to help protect them for future generations.
In honor of Black History Month, we wanted to share some of the incredible black Americans who have advanced and innovated the fields of conservation, environmentalism, and activism. From urban and rural agriculturalists to planetwalkers, and environmental justice activists, the legacy of black Environmentalists exists in our natural places, National Parks, and enacted policy. We hope this list inspires you to learn more about these trailblazers and their work. http://bit.ly/3GTct2V
If you want to help create a healthier planet in 2023 🌎🍃, composting is the answer! It's a simple process that can help reduce your carbon footprint and add nutrient-rich soil back into your garden.
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Do you still have your real Christmas tree and want to repurpose it for mulch or other landscaping materials? Until January 31, you can drop off your Christmas tree at one of the City of Houston Solid Waste Management 24 free drop-off recycling locations! For more info, visit: http://bit.ly/3ws2TPE
Stop what you're doing and take advantage of this awesome program! Save on your energy bill! 😎👍
Texas Solar Switch personal offers are now available! If you have already signed up for the program, check your inbox for your offer. If you have not signed up, you can still do so. You will receive a personalized offer immediately upon registering. The deadline to register and to accept offers is February 21, 2023.
Learn more today!
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Ready to make your dream of living in a 🏡a reality this year? Let Steve help you check all the boxes needed to make it happen! Submit your questions for a free planning consultation now at bit.ly/3zrsjPk
Kickstart your sustainable journey in 2023! We've got the perfect books to help you reduce the carbon footprint of your home, remodel with eco-friendly materials, and save energy, time, and money ➡️ https://www.codegreenhouston.org/transform
In honor of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. our offices will be closed today. We will reopen normal business hours on Tuesday, January 17th.
Heading back to college? Let's make sure to amp up our sustainability game! Here are some tips to get you started! https://bit.ly/3GOXLvc
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Want to know why that electricity bill isn’t steady? You may have “leaks” in your house, causing that cool air to seep out and make your air conditioner work harder. It could be a tiny crack in your attic or a window that did not close all the way. Let’s go investigate for those leaks and save some energy! #SaveEnergy #GBRCHouston #saveonyourelectricitybill
Tiny homes have a lower carbon footprint, less materialism, and many other advantages. Steve discusses some of the environmental advantages of downsizing. Take note of what he has to say! #tinyhome #part2 #tinyliving #GBRCHouston #tinyhomeseries
Are you thinking about building a tiny home? Steve discusses the various downsizing options. Listen to what he has to say! #tinyhome #part1 #tinyliving #GBRCHouston #tinyhomeseries
In search of a book 📚 to read this month? Steve has the perfect book for you! Listen to what he has to say.. #bookofthemont #ClimateAction #GBRCHouston Book: The New Climate War: The Fight to Take Back Our Planet Author: Michael E. Mann
Have you been to GBRC recently and noticed the new Urban Heat Island City Model display? Well, come by and see it for yourself! KPRC Channel 2 will be doing a special report on this one-of-a-kind display on August 11th at 7PM. You won't want to miss it‼ #urbanheatisland #greeninfrastructure #greensolutions
Looking for a last-minute summer read? Steve has just the book 📚 for you! Listen to what he has to say.. #bookoftheweek #climateaction #summerreads Book: Confronting Climate Gridlock: How Diplomacy, Technology, and Policy Can Unlock a Clean Energy Future Author: Daniel S. Cohan
#FridayFeeling is starting your own compost today! Watch this video to see how easy it can be! #composting #sustainability #foodwaste #compostingtips #GBRCHouston
Do you live in an apartment building 🏘 and want to compost but are unsure where to begin? Don't worry‼ Steve can show you how to compost in your apartment. #composting #apartmentcomposting #foodwaste #urbangarden #sustainability
Do you want to help create a healthier planet 🌎🍃, reduce your carbon footprint and add nutrient-rich soil back into your garden? Then composting is the answer! #composting #foodwaste #urbangarden #sustainability
#DidYouKnow that indoor #airpollution can be worse than outdoor air pollution in even the most industrialized cities? Learn how to combat poor #indoorair quality in your own home. bit.ly/3MEt8ZW
Looking for a new book to read this summer? Steve has the perfect book 📚 for you! Listen to what he has to say.. #bookoftheweek #climateaction Book: Living the 1.5 Degree Lifestyle: Why Individual Climate Action Matters More than Ever Author: Lloyd Alter
Is your home prepared for #hurricaneseason ⁉ You're not sure 🤔? Use our Resilient Home Guideline to determine how prepared your home is. bit.ly/37UFeyY #DisasterPreparedness #ResilientHomeGuideline
Do you want to read something new this summer? Steve has the book 📚 for you! Listen to what he has to say. #BookoftheWeek Book: Animal, Vegetable, Miracle: A Year of Food Life Author: Barbara Kingsolver
Happy #WorldGreenRoofDay! Did you know plants extend the roof's life by protecting the roof materials from damage caused by heat and sunlight? For more info, visit: bit.ly/3aIocoJ #WGRD2022
Those 👀 for a tax break on energy-efficient ⚡️ items can do so this holiday weekend, May 28-30, by purchasing qualifying ENERGY STAR products tax-free. Learn more: bit.ly/3lGKF7J #SaveEnergySaveMoney #taxfreeweekend #energyefficient
Green Jobs has been a term since 2013, and it may not appear that they are readily available, or that you can apply for one without a PhD. Someone who handles recycling for a living has a green job. Some green jobs do not even require a college degree. #GreenJobs #sustainability ♻️
The City of Houston Tax Abatement Program (Ordinance No. 2009-858) established a partial tax abatement for LEED-certified commercial buildings. The tax break has been extended three times, most recently in 2018. (Ordinance No. 2018-391). bit.ly/3M5lF5k #taxincentives #GreenBuilding #DidYouKnow
#DidYouKnow increasing permeability on paved surfaces allows the ground to absorb rainwater🌧 and recharge the water table. For more information, to go: https://bit.ly/3Lqkeht
We've refreshed our website! Take a look and let us know what you think https://www.codegreenhouston.org/. What else would you like to see?
Keeping your house too 🥶 cool during the 🍁fall could cause higher blood pressure… https://www.greenbuildermedia.com/blog/the-case-for-a-warmer-house #conserveenergy #greenbuildingsolutions
🧑🤝🧑Community involvement is at its finest when you're reducing, reusing, and recycling ♻️ by saving 💰, energy, and natural resources. This not only helps your community but the environment. See how you can get involved in your area https://bit.ly/3mAJJU5 #recycleresponsibly #GBRCreFresh
🔋Purchasing rechargeable batteries is one way to reduce the number of batteries 🔋 in the waste stream. Nearly one in five dry-cell batteries purchased in the United States is rechargeable. Interesting right? Keep reading... Over its useful life, each rechargeable battery may substitute for hundreds of single-use batteries. Find out more, GBRC can relate...https://bit.ly/3iEB3K1
15 Astonishing Ways to Recycle Water at Home 🏠 https://bit.ly/2SGScst via Conserve Energy Future #waterrecycling #diyhome
Check out this article! A good friend of mine @rives taylor talks about the six design strategies that can protect builders and homeowners from another grid meltdown. https://www.greenbuildermedia.com/may-june-2021-digital-issue-age-of-resilience
No more fumbling in the dark! Stick these motion censored LED light straps almost ANYWHERE … Check them out! https://bit.ly/2YUdsua
Spring is less than a month away and this is the perfect time to do a self home energy audit. An audit can help you assess how much energy your home uses and evaluate what measures you can take to improve efficiency and … save money! For more info visit http://www.greenhoustontx.gov/energy2.html
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