We work to evaluate, improve and certify sustainable communities. Now part of the LEED for Cities and Communities program at the US Green Building Council.
Joined December 2012
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USGBC is pleased to say that our #LEED v4.1 rating system drafts are now available online for BD+C, ID+C, Residential, and Cities and Communities! Check it out: new.usgbc.org/leed-v41
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@HilariVarnadore and Dr. Vatsal Bhatt of @USGBC lead a wonderful meeting today outlining the future of #LEED for Cities and the integration of the @STARCommunities system. So excited to be here for this historic moment! #PartnershipIsTheNewLeadership
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It’s not enough just to build a #data-driven city; your local gov also has to share those efforts with residents. Learn from @GoldsmithOnGov in @DataSmartCities why communications skills are so critical to building a well-managed city. #CitiesWinWithData bit.ly/2DPsvvN
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#Climatechange, demographic shifts and aging infrastructure are wreaking havoc on cities. Luckily, we can help local leaders protect their communities. Apply for our 2019 Leadership in Community Resilience program today. Applications due January 4: bit.ly/2yMtJVc
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Thank you to State Rep Jennifer Benson for recognizing #Devens and our recent transition from a @STARCommunities STAR Certified Community to a @USGBC LEED Certified Community! See our full press release: devensec.com/news/Devens-rec… @USGBCMA @APASCD @APA_Mass
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Cambridge is a LEED-Certified City, following the integration of @STARCommunities into @USGBC's LEED for Cities program. In 2016, Cambridge received the highest 5-STAR rating from STAR for its sustainability efforts. Learn more - camb.ma/2ziqeWW #CambMA
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Congratulations to #CityofChicago for achieving #LEEDforCities Platinum @SustainChicago @USGBC @Greenbuild #Greenbuild2018 #MayorEmanuel @m_raman
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The City of Corinth announced that it has become a LEED Certified City.
LEED for Cities is a program from the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) that advances healthy, green and economically strong cities and communities. cityofcorinth.com/CivicAlert…
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Congratulations to @elcerrito on becoming a LEED certified city! 🙌 🎉 Read more about it here: ow.ly/NLtD30mCASS @USGBC #LEED #sustainability
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We're at #greenbuild2018 to learn how #WashingtonDC became the 1st #LEED Platinum city in the world (hint: in part from most LEED buildings in the U.S.)—and how other cities can follow @MayorBowser's leadership on #Buildings #ClimateAction: doee.dc.gov/release/washingt…
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Proud that Indy’s STAR certification has now qualified us to be recognized as a @USGBC LEED City! Our office is excited to partner up for healthy, green and economically strong communities! #ThriveIndianapolis
.@STARCommunities Community Rating System to be Fully Integrated into @USGBC’s LEED for Cities & Communities Programs usgbc.org/articles/star-comm…
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.@STARCommunities Community Rating System to be Fully Integrated into @USGBC’s LEED for Cities & Communities Programs usgbc.org/articles/star-comm…
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Enjoyed hearing how #STARCertified @CityofBaltimore and @CityOfLasVegas are addressing #smartcities and becoming #datadriven #SmartCitiesWeek @ShonteEldridge @BigSurfDon @STARCommunities @USGBC #LEEDforCities
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.@ELGL50 is taking nominations for its 2018 Chris Trager Award! Do you know someone who is an influence both inside and outside of their community through professional associations, mentoring, and writing? Submit a nomination today. bit.ly/2NTR7FV
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Climate plans must go beyond 🚗🚌 electrification. In San Francisco, our 2030 goal is to have 80% of trips on sustainable modes by improving🚶♀️🚶♂️🚴♀️🚴♂️🚌🚎🛴 safety, reliability, & accessibility. #bikes4climate #walk4climate #cities4climate #GCAS2018
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#CedarRapids receives 4- @STARCommunities certification #communitysustainability #sustainabilityindicators @CityofCRiowa buff.ly/2MXFPnB
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.@CityofEvanston City Manager @WallyBobkiewicz discusses City’s use of @STARCommunities framework to instill sustainability into all City functions. #Big10citymgrs
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People are dying on our streets. Why is this happening and how can we talk about it responsibly? Join @completestreets, @schmangee, and @_ericdlawrence for a webinar and conversation next Tuesday: bit.ly/2Kd9D9L
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Looking forward to learning from colleagues from @Big10Cities and new friends from @CityOfLincoln. I’ll be sharing @CityofEvanston work incorporating @STARCommunities measures in our work citywide. @GreenEvanston. @ICMA #Big10citymgrs
2018 Summer Meeting of the Big Ten City Managers getting underway this morning in Lincoln. Follow us today and tomorrow for highlights. @UNLincoln @CityOfLincoln @JoslynInstitute #Big10citymgrs
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The new requirement calls on developers to submit community outreach plans to the city at an early stage, before the later Design Review meetings. nextcity.org/daily/entry/sea…