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EmmamHowe
Marketing/Green Policy Development Hopkinton MA United States Member Since: 05/25/2016
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Plastic vs. Reusable Bags: Which Bag Is Best?
Did you know that you need to reuse a canvas bag 171 times to mitigate the environmental impacts over a plastic bag? But now, due to the looming threat of climate change and the overfilling of our landfills, more and more people are making the choice to be more environmentally conscious in their everyday lives. One of the ways people have been transitioning to a more green lifestyle is by using reusable bags. There are even ordinances...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 03/27/2023 + Show |
Energy Star: A Leading Label in Voluntary Energy Conservation
Long popular, Energy Star has increasingly become a top symbol for energy conservation and going green, helping save families and businesses $300 billion on utility bills while at the same time reducing greenhouse gas emissions by two billion metric tons. Energy Star not only promotes energy efficient household appliances like light bulbs, ovens, and refrigerators, but the labeling program also focuses on helping residents and businesses ...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 04/07/2017 + Show |
SRECS: The Incentive for Commercial Buildings to Go Solar
As a commercial building owner, you can achieve significant short and long term savings by installing solar power. The benefits of solar include operational energy cost reductions, shrinking your carbon footprint, increasing your building’s asset value, and unlocking other potential health, productivity, and marketing/morale gains. Solar energy savings are achieved through electric bill reductions and protection from potentially signifi...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 03/28/2023 + Show |
Global Green Development Goals: The Need For Sustainable Cities
There is a direct correlation between climate change and buildings, according to the World Green Building Council (WGBC) CEO Terri Willis. With the increasing incidence of dangerous climatic events such as flooding, heat waves, earthquakes, extreme weather events, and rising ocean levels, it is clear that the world needs to take action to combat climate change. Willis believes that the green building movement will lead the fight against clim...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 04/04/2023 + Show |
Composting 101: Tips for Everyday Composting at Home (You Can Do It!)
Green Tips For Composting At Home: If you’re thinking about taking up more green living practices, composting can be a great place to start. While composting may seem mysterious or complicated, it’s actually a simple and natural process: Composting is when organic plant or animal material decomposes. If you’ve ever taken a hike in the woods, you’ve already experienced composting! In nature, plant and ani...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 04/05/2023 + Show |
The TPP In A Nutshell – Too Risky for the Environment
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is one of the most ambitious free trade agreements ever proposed. In 2005, a similar deal, the P4 trade agreement was crafted by Brunei, Chile, New Zealand and Singapore. The P4 removed tariffs on most of the goods traded between these nations and also committed them to cooperate on wider issues such as employment practices, intellectual property and competition policies. The TPP, on the other hand, involv...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 04/06/2023 + Show |
The First US Climate Change Refugees - A New Reality
To many Americans, the idea of “climate refugees” and displacement due to rising sea levels and changing environmental conditions seems like an impossible fantasy that only happens in far off Island nations. But this no longer solely affects distant Island nations. In fact, Amsterdam, Hamburg, Lisbon, and Portugal, are a few of the major cities that will face the impacts of rising seas before the end of the century. Not only that...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 04/06/2023 + Show |
Making Sustainable Strides: Greening America's School Systems
In the U.S., there are more than 130,000 K-12 schools and more than 4,300 colleges and universities. Schools are at the core of our fundamental American values and culture, and though we acknowledge their importance, we have not yet made them our priority as they begin to require repair and renewed infrastructure. In the 2016 report State of Our Schools: America’s K-12 Facilities, the Center For Green School’s estimates that t...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 02/02/2017 + Show |
Community and Urban Gardening: Both An Environmental And Healthy Choice
Over the past few years, urban farms and community gardens have become increasingly popular throughout the United States. In fact, the Food and Agriculture Organization of the United Nations reports that 800 million people worldwide grow vegetables or fruits or raise animals in cities, and the National Gardening Association reports that over one-third of American households are now growing some of their own food. In some sense, this is no...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 02/02/2017 + Show |
MA State House: Energized To Discuss New Energy Bill
ENERGY BILL UPDATE: Though the most recent MA energy bill has already passed through the house, ma… ENERGY BILL UPDATE: Though the most recent MA energy bill has already passed through the house, many interest groups and State Representatives are still frustrated with the bill, claiming it still lacks crucial amendments before it passes through the Senate. Below are several proposed pending amendments to the bill: ·An amendment that would increase the size of the clean energy procurement, expanding the current megawatt allotment for both wind and hydro power ·An Amendment addressing the fact that the current bill does not include a pipeline tax ban · An energy storage amendment that would ensure that the Department of Energy Resources (DOER) develops a plan to implement an energy storage program in the Commonwealth. The flexibility of energy storage could solve problems related to integrating wind and solar energy and help grid operators manage resources more efficiently. · An amendment to increase the Massachusetts Renewable Energy Portfolio Standard (RPS), a statutory obligation that requires utilities to obtain a percentage of the electricity they provide to customers from renewable energy sources. By adopting this amendment, Massachusetts could make rising to the climate challenge more achievable To quote Jesse Mermell, President of the Alliance For Business Leadership, “we must continue to invest in clean energy in order to bolster our economy, mature a thriving industry and tackle climate change.” Though she and many other progressive MA citizens are encouraged by the progress made in the House, they want to make sure this issue remains at the forefront of the State House as the end of the legislative session draws near. What amendments do you agree with or feel should be added to the bill? For more information see: http://www.rateitgreen.com/green-building-community/groups/posts/ma-state-house-energized-to-discuss-new-energy-bill/1186 http://www.masslive.com/politics/index.ssf/2016/06/massachusetts_house_debates_hy.html
Reply given on: 06/15/2016
The TPP In A Nutshell – Too Risky for the Environment:
The Trans-Pacific Partnership (TPP) is one of the most ambitious free trade agreements ever proposed. In 2005, a similar deal, the P4 trade agreement was crafted by Brunei, Chile, New Zealand and Singapore. The P4 removed tariffs on most of the goods traded between these nations and also committed them to cooperate on wider issues such as...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/30/2016 + Show |
The MA Stretch Code: Reaching For More
In 2009, the Stretch Energy Code was added to the Massachusetts building code as an optional appendix for cities and towns to provide a streamlined and cost effective route to achieving approximately 20% better energy efficiency for new residential and commercial buildings compared to the baseline energy code in place when it was established. The...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/27/2016 + Show |
Dubai Sets Ambitious Goals To Go Green
After a recent convening of the Dubai Supreme Council of Energy, it seems that Dubai is committed to invest in green energy. In fact, Dubai will be the first city in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) to launch a clean energy strategy that sets specific targets and deadlines for 2050. The Dubai Government seeks to implement a host of green...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/27/2016 + Show |
Post-Brexit: The UK Must Continue To Fight for Environmental and Climate Progress
Ever since the term Brexit, the decision of whether the UK should leave the European Union or not, was coined June of 2012, green groups have been warning voters that the decision to leave will have disastrous environmental consequences. Their arguments are not without evidence, as these groups have been pointing to the 2016 high-profile report...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development 1 reply Last updated: 06/24/2016 + Show |
June 22nd: RMI INNOVATION CENTER TOUR: BASALT, CO
Join the tour to learn about how the Innovation Center was contracted, designed, constructed, commissioned, and operated and what RMI learned in the process. Quick Fun Facts: · 15,610 sq. ft. building achieving net-zero energy · Is the most energy-efficient building in the coldest climate zone in North America · ...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/21/2016 + Show |
COP21: Will The Agreement Remain a Climate Change Success Story?
As the negative impacts of climate change become more imminent and dire, it becomes necessary for all countries to band together in the fight against climate change. The 2015 COP21 convention gives us hope that nations are willing to agree to take a stand on key climate issues, compromising and agreeing on necessary provisions. A significant and...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/20/2016 + Show |
COP21: What Does the Paris Agreement Do - And Not Do?
Thanks to expansive and comprehensive media coverage, millions of people have heard or seen the words “COP21” or the “Paris Agreement” at some point in the past year, and millions more people are aware of the dangers of climate change and our need to limit carbon emissions below current and future dangerous levels. Yet many people may be...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/20/2016 + Show |
A Window Into International Climate Policy
Since the 1970s, the climate community has worked tirelessly to establish a credible scientific basis for anthropogenic climate change. Though climate change deniers still exist, ever since the International Panel for Climate Change (the IPCC) declared that “observed increase in global average temperatures since the mid-20th century is very...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/20/2016 + Show |
MA State House: Energized To Discuss New Energy Bill
This past Wednesday, there was tension in the Massachusetts House, as state representatives began debating a new energy bill. The bill requires MA utilities to seek out long-term contracts to purchase 1,200 megawatts of offshore wind power and 1,200 megawatts of hydropower by 2027—enough electricity to support more than two million homes. The...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development 1 reply Last updated: 06/13/2016 + Show |
Massachusetts Renewable Energy Policy Survival Guide
Clean energy policy in Massachusetts is focused on balancing the state's need for affordable energy with its environmental and economic needs. Decisions on policy are made by our State Representatives and Senators, as well as by local governments, utilities and regulatory agencies. These decisions affect all MA citizens economically...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Last updated: 06/13/2016 + Show |
USGBC NE FLORIDA: 2016 USGBC NF GREEN CARPET FILMS-July Through January!
FEATURED FILMS: Tapped: Detailed and comprehensive look at the bottled water industry and its socio-environmental impacts Tue., Jul 19th, 6pm, Museum of Science and History Water Blues, Green Solutions: Tue., Aug. 23rd, 6pm, Corazon Cinema The Clean Bin Project: A fun and honest look at huge quantity of waste generated by...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 01/17/2017 + Show |
Help Build What’s Next - Chicago, Illinois November 14, 1:30-4:30 google 320 N Morgan St Chicago, IL 60607 Are you a Sustainable Building Leader, or... Do you Want to be? Check out this promising workshop series, hosted by cradle2cradle, BuildingGreen, and google: Built Positive workshops are for thought leaders in the built...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 11/14/2016 + Show |
SEPT 26-28: REGISTER NOW for "The Michigan Energy Symposium"
INFO: Climate change is a potential threat to the welfare of mankind and its mitigation is becoming urgent. Nuclear energy, which provides one-fifth of U.S. electricity generation, is a leading utility-scale, carbon-free baseload power source in America. But it is expensive, controversial, and regulated in a way that poses challenges to...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 09/26/2016 + Show |
Save the date: Sept 14th: 2016 Michigan Sustainability Conference (MISCON)
WHEN: Wednesday, September 14, 2016 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM (Eastern Time) WHERE: Eberhard Center; 616-331-6700; 301 W. Fulton Street; Grand Rapids, Michigan 49504-6495, United States Building off of the successful DEQ Sustainability Series Webinars, MISCON has been designed to promote meaningful engagement with business professionals around the...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 09/14/2016 + Show |
Sept 10th: WMEAC's 13th Annual Mayors’ Grand River Cleanup
WMEAC is proud to host the 13th Annual Mayors’ Grand River Cleanup! This event will be hosted by WMEAC on September 10th, 2016 from 8:30am until 1pm! There will be a small breakfast available before the event and a light lunch after the event. Founders Brewing Company will provide beer to volunteers who are 21+, and live music during...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 09/10/2016 + Show |
AUGUST 20th: Seed School in a Day W/ Denver Urban Gardens
Seed School is a one-day workshop that offers a comprehensive overview of seed saving. Practical, hands-on activities are balanced with engaging lectures to provide a fun and interactive learning experience. Following the workshop, participants will understand why bioregional seed saving is so important and they will gain enough skills to begin...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 08/20/2016 + Show |
AUGUST 16th: Support Future Green Leaders at 11th Annual WMSBF Member Outing
West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum recognizes the critical role emerging professionals play in forwarding corporate and community sustainability initiatives. They’ve worked hard to facilitate connections between local educational institutions and the business community, and have long prioritized efforts to develop the next generation of...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 08/16/2016 + Show |
August 13th: Sustainability Night at Red Bull Arena in Harrison, New Jersey!
Don't miss this Fun Summer Event on Saturday, August 13: Sustainability Night with Major League Soccer's Red Bulls! Enjoy the game with your fellow school and municipal green team friends and other sustainability-minded people. As you watch the New York Red Bulls take on the Montreal Impact, you can share ideas for sustainable programs and make...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 08/13/2016 + Show |
Discuss the benefits of native plants for pollinators, including bees and butterflies. Pollinators are crucial for the life and health of your veggie plants! Includes hands-on component in which attendees will help plant native plugs around the vegetable beds at Urban Roots. Please sign up here:...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 08/13/2016 + Show |
AUGUST 11th: The Art of Reuse Event @ Newmarket Millspace
The Post-Landfill Action Network (PLAN) cultivates, educates, and inspires the student-led zero waste movement. They inform students about the waste crisis and equip them with the necessary skills and resources to implement solutions to waste in their campus communities. PLAN empowers our generation to be changemakers every year at their annual...
By EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development Event Date: 08/11/2016 + Show |
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