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#MothersDay is tomorrow! If you’re still deciding which #flowers to give your mom this year, consider getting some beautiful and #water-efficient #California natives that you can plant together. These low-maintenance blooms are a great way to revitalize your yard, support local #biodiversity, and add greenery to your #neighborhood all at once. Use the California Native Plant Society and University and Jepson Herbaria - UC Berkeley #garden planning tool to find the perfect native plants for your garden: https://bit.ly/3tfjnqv #waterefficiency #Californianatives #gardening #healthyneighborhood #greenhome #landscaping

Did you know that our Executive Director, Jeremy Madsen, was featured on the MMighty Buildings, Inc.podcast last month? He sat down with Sam Ruben, their Chief Officer of Sustainability, for an in-depth discussion on how we can address the housing crisis and tackle other pressing issues, like climate change, at the same time. Read more about their conversation and listen to the episode through this link: https://bit.ly/3e8OJe2 #housingcrisis #climateaction #california #accessorydwellingunits #regenerativeneighborhoods #regenerativedesign #healthyhomes #healthyneighborhoods #housinginnovations #realestate #sustainability #sustainablehomes #greenhomes #greenbuildings

Do you have questions about how the 2019 energy code relates to ADUs? Join us next Thursday, May 13th, for a chance to ask one of the California Energy Commission (CEC)’s Energy Commission Specialists, Amie Brousseau. You’ll also learn more about different #ADU types, be able to identify their regulatory authorities, and leave the event with a number of helpful resources. Register through Eventbrite today: https://bit.ly/3dLPBVW #affordablehousingmonth #affordablehousing #energyefficiency #accessorydwellingunits #adus #energycode #California #newconstruction #realestate #solar #decarbonization #affordablehousingmonth

From devastating wildfires to surging rent prices, most Californians have seen the impacts of the climate and housing crises firsthandbut can these issues be dealt with simultaneously? Tomorrow, as part of #AffordableHousingMonth, the Greenbelt Alliance will host a discussion on just that. Register to hear from climate and housing experts on how affordable housing can be an effective way to address the climate crisis at the local level: https://bit.ly/3e4FrzO California YIMBY Save The Bay (San Francisco) Housing Leadership Council of San Mateo County Non-Profit Housing Association of Northern California #affordablehousing #climatecrisis #climateaction #housingcrisis #housing

Happy #ArborDay! Globally, reforestation is one of the most effective ways to sequester atmospheric carbon and provide valuable resources for communities heavily impacted by climate change. But did you know that it serves a local purpose, too? Not only do trees give homeowners a cheap option for reducing AC loads by providing shade, but they also bring vibrancy and comfort to any neighborhood. Celebrate today by learning about the urban forestry groups in your area with this @calreleaf map: https://bit.ly/3ntS5vq #reforestation #healthyhomes #healthyneighborhoods #carbonsequestration

For many of us, the thought of returning to a formal workplace still feels unsafe. If companies want to maintain a competitive hiring advantage when offices reopen, the pressure to improve building safety is onand making your home office healthier in the meantime is just as important. Even small improvements, like better air quality and ventilation, can drastically enhance your physical health and cognitive performance. Read more about the benefits of healthy buildings in this @HBSWK article: https://hbs.me/2QpP0QX #healthybuildings #indoorairquality #employeewellbeing #homeoffice #ventilation #humancapital

Do you have questions about how to build, rent or live in an ADU? Join us next week as Renee Schomp, Director of the Napa Sonoma ADU Center, hosts our last Fall Forum event "Owning & Renting an ADU", featuring guests with first hand experience. Learn more and register here: http://ow.ly/XuXK50Cv3Dr. ... And in the meantime, learn more about Renee's work here: http://ow.ly/aUYC50Cv4AZ #accessory-dwelling-units #affordablehousing #california #adus #homeowners #homebuilders #realestate #greenhomes #sustainability #urbanplanning #regenerative-development #propertymanagement #adu

We are grateful to have such an optimistic, collaborative and motivated community working together to make this world a better place to live, for all of us. Today and everyday, from the Ohlone Chechenyo land we live on, thank you for all you do and to the work we do together! #thankful #sustainability #greenhomes #regenerative_development #regeneration

Wondering what it's like to build an ADU as a homeowner? Or what it's like to live in one? Please join us for our final Fall Forum event where our guest speakers offer a window into what it's like to live in, own, and/or rent an ADU. Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/owning-and-renting-adus-ticket

What is regenerative development and how is it different from sustainability? CEU opportunity for BIG certified professionals starting tomorrow, Nov 19 at 4PM PST. Learn more and register here: https://www.eventbrite.com/e/introduction-to-regenerative-d

Follow Build It Green to learn about our other healthy home programming. Our new initiatives take a systems approach to the building ecosystem starting at the scale of the ADU. Follow Build It Green to stay informed about upcoming engaging webinars with and workshops!

What are ways to finance ADUs? Join us today at 4PM to explore some creative financial products and services that help build neighborhood housing solutions and community wealth. http://ow.ly/g1qK50BMtVd photo credit: accessorydwellings.org