Rory Bakke
777 Davis Street, Suite 200
San Leandro, CA 94577
510.614.1699
rbakke@stopwaste.org
http://www.stopwaste.org
Description:
The ACWMA is responsible for countywide waste management planning and waste reduction programs for Alameda County. The Agency provides support and assistance to local jurisdictions, businesses, institutions and residents in a variety of areas including: sustainable building, recycled content building materials, green building specification guidelines, and producing workshops and conferences focusing on sustainable building methods.
Building Concerns
Victoria Schomer
San Rafael, CA 94901
415.785.3207
vschomer@buildingconcerns.com
http://www.buildingconcerns.com
Description:
Building Concerns has, since 1991, provided information and publications to help in the implementation of sustainable design and build practices. Their national regional resource directories program includes listing of all service providers in the green building sector, including local initiatives and programs, and case studies. There is a Northern California directory. Building Concerns produced the first national green building newsletter, Building Concerns Newsletter, the first national products directory, unique events, and content at different web sites.
Certified Forest Products
John Parr
21-C Orinda Way, #234
Orinda, CA 94563
(925) 258-4372
cfp.john@sbcglobal.net
http://www.certifiedforestproducts.com
Qualifications:
FSC Chain of Custody Distributor SCS-COC-00768
Description:
Wholesale Northern California based stocking distributor of sustainable building materials for green builders. We have FSC chain of custody certification which allows wood to be traced from job-site to forest.
City and County of San Francisco
401 Van Ness Avenue, Room 308
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.554.3430
Description:
The City of San Francisco is a national leader in programs for municipal energy conservation, recycling, water conservation, pollution prevention and public health. It has a very active environmental advocacy community, whose members work locally to maintain and restore our environmental heritage and to protect the health of our citizens. These programs help advance the City toward the goal of becoming a sustainable city. San Francisco's municipal environmental programs are not centralized under one agency, and local environmental groups pursue their projects independently. The community on San Francisco's Environment has created a first-ever guide to the environmental programs currently offered by the City of San Francisco and the local environmental community. It includes a number of organizations and agencies involved with: energy conservation; hazardous materials; neighborhood beautification, parks and urban forestry; noise abatement; policy, planning and zoning; recycling and garbage; transportation; water; wild and domestic animals; and information.
Contra Costa County
Dennis M. Barry, AICP, Community Development Director
651 Pine Street, 4th Floor
Martinez, CA 94553
http://www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/
Description:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Currently no initiatives for alternative energy. WASTE MANAGEMENT AND RECYCLING: cccrecycle@yahoo.com 800.750.4096 Hotline for recycling and toxic waste dumping. Mandated under AB939 Initiative to minimize waste from construction and demolition by 70% by the year 2020. GREEN BUILDING: Kae Ono, kono@cd.cccounty.us, 925.335.1230 GREEN BUILDING PROGRAM: http://www.co.contra-costa.ca.us/
Environmental Health Network
PO Box 1155
Larkspur, CA 94977
415.541.5075
http://www.ehn.ca.org
Description:
Environmental Health Network is an all-volunteer organization with support and an information Hot Line offering informtion, referrals, peer support and a newsletter for those with Multiple Chemical Sensivity and "hidden disabilities." "Fragrance-free" meetings are held the first Saturday of each month.
Green Resource Center
Berkeley, CA
510.845.0472
bbb@greenresourcecenter.org
http://www.greenresourcecenter.org
Description:
The Green Resource Center is the central hub for information on green building in the San Francisco Bay Area. We are building a network that links consumers with all components of the emerging green building industry and channels market demand into action. We are also the hosts of the City of Berkeley's "Berkeley's Best Builders" program, promoting green building - improving environmental performance for new construction and renovation projects in the City of Berkeley.
Marin County Community Development Agency
Sam Ruark
3501 Civic Center Drive, Room 308
San Rafael, CA 94903
415.499.6269
sruark@co.marin.ca.us
http://www.maringreenbuilding.org
Qualifications:
Sam Ruark is the Green Building Program Coordinator with the County of Marin. He is a LEED Accredited Professional and a Certified Permaculture Designer.
Description:
Marin County's Green Building Program includes: Green Building Technical Assistance based on LEED, Incentives for Energy Efficiency (EE), Trainings and Workshops, Sustainability Ordinances (EE and C&D Waste), and a Green Business and Solar Energy Program.
Napa County
Conservation, Development & Planning
1195 Third Street, Suite 210
Napa, CA 94559
707.253.4416
cdp@co.napa.ca.us
http://www.co.napa.ca.us/GOV/Departments/DeptDefault.asp?DID=29000
Description:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Open to alternative energy use and encourage solar energy by waving permit fees and only charging for electrical and installation. There is talk of implementing a formal green initiatives program, but have not found it to be crucial as most new construction in Napa County is progressive WASTE MANAGEMENT: Considered to be on the forefront for adaptive reuse of materials and alternative construction methods. GREEN BUILDING: Currently do not have a formal program as far as green building initiatives and planning. However, Napa County was rated second in its jurisdiction for strawbale construction.
San Francisco
Mark Palmer, Green Building Coordinator
11 Grove Street
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.355.3700
mark.palmer@sfgov.org
http://www.sfgov.org/sfenvironment
Description:
SEC. 82.3 RESOURCE EFFICIENT BUILDING PROGRAM : (a) Establishment and Purpose. There is hereby created within the Department of the Environment a Resource-Efficient Building Program. ENERGY EFFICIENCY: SF Environment's Resource Efficiency Program coordinates the city's resource efficiency and energy conservation efforts. It also provides resource reduction and energy conservation tips to city employees and the general public. The Resource Efficiency Program is responsible for implementing the City's Resource Efficient Building Ordinance. Resource-efficient buildings â also called "green" buildings â are designed, constructed, renovated, and operated in an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly manner. These buildings save the City money, while cutting down on the amount of energy, water and materials used. The City's 1999 Resource Efficient Building Ordinance mandated that SF Environment develop and manage a portfolio of pilot projects, the intent being that after a three year period, enough data would be collected to mandate green building codes and guidelines. WASTE MANAGEMENT: Sec. 82.5 CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS MANAGEMENT: This requirement applies to all Construction Projects with a total projected cost of $90,000 or more at City-owned Facilities and New and Existing City Leaseholds. All City Departments shall ensure that each Construction Project subject to this Chapter shall minimize construction and demolition debris disposal. The SF Recycling Program works with residents & businesses to promote waste prevention, reuse and recycling throughout the City in order to conserve valuable resources and reduce the amount of material that is landfilled. Program responsibilities include; maximizing waste prevention, meeting a state-mandated requirement to divert 50% of disposed material from landfills. Recycling hotline: (415) 554-7329
San Francisco AIA Committe on the Environment
Chris Hammer and James Stefanski
San Francisco, CA
415.362.7397
Description:
Promotes environmentally sound design and construction through lectures, seminars, tours and other activities. Presents the leading edge of green design.
San Francisco City Council/Notification for Fragrance-Free Meeting Access
1540 Market Street, Suite 760
San Francisco, CA 94102
415.554.5184
Description:
Voluntary compliance with notification for fragrance-free public meeting access and reasonable accommodations including building materials, cleaning products and furnishings.
San Mateo
County of San Mateo RecycleWorks
555 County Center, 5th Floor
Redwood City, CA 94063
888.442.2666 RecycleWorks Hotline
http://www.recycleworks.org
Description:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: Currently no initiatives for alternative energy, but are open to it. WASTE MANAGEMENT: Malia Longworthy 888.442-2666 - RecycleWorks hotline info@RecycleWorks.org GREEN BUILDING: Jill Boone, Green Building Program Manager, 650.599.1433 jill@recycleworks.org, http://www.recycleworks.org/greenbuilding/index.html
Solano County
Solano County Division of Architectural Services
530 Clay Street
Fairfield, CA 94533
707.421.7908
kartiche@solanocounty.com
http://www.co.solano.ca.us/Department/Department.asp?NavID=834
Description:
ENERGY EFFICIENCY: New Government Building will be LEED certified. Starting to incorporate sustainable design on a case by case basis. Currently there are no established initiatives or programs. WASTE MANAGEMENT: Narcisa Untal (Senior Planner for Environmental Management), 707.421.6765 GREEN BUILDING: New Government Building will be LEED certified. Starting to incorporate sustainable design on a case by case basis. Currently there are no established initiatives or programs.
Sonoma County Waste Management Agency
http://www.recyclenow.org/o_buildinggreen.html
Description:
The Sonoma County Waste Management Agency, formed in 1992, is the joint powers authority of the nine cities and the County of Sonoma. The specific focus of the Agency's efforts is the implementation of regional waste diversion programs as required by AB939 in the following categories: Wood Waste, Yard Debris, Household Hazardous Waste, Education and Planning. GREEN BUILDING: Don Dakon- County Architect, 707.565.3340, Local projects incorporating green building features. Through a one year grant from the California Integrated Waste Management Board, the Sonoma County Waste Management Agency completed a tour series of 11 local projects that illustrate various aspects of green building. ENERGY EFFICIENCT: Amy Rider- Energy Specialist arider@sonoma-county.org, 707.565.2139 WASTE MANAGEMENT: Eco-Desk Hotline 707.565.3375 eco-desk@recyclenow.org SAN FRANCISCO: 11 Grove Street, San Francisco, CA 94102 http://www.sfgov.org/sfenvironment/ 415-355-3700 Contact: Mark Palmer, Green Building Coordinator 415-355-3710 f. 415-554-6393 mark.palmer@sfgov.org SEC. 82.3 RESOURCE EFFICIENT BUILDING PROGRAM (a) Establishment and Purpose. There is hereby created within the Department of the Environment a Resource-Efficient Building Program. Energy Efficiency Initiatives: SF Environment's Resource Efficiency Program coordinates the city's resource efficiency and energy conservation efforts. It also provides resource reduction and energy conservation tips to city employees and the general public. The Resource Efficiency Program is responsible for implementing the City's Resource Efficient Building Ordinance. Resource-efficient buildings â also called "green" buildings â are designed, constructed, renovated, and operated in an energy-efficient and environmentally friendly manner. These buildings save the City money, while cutting down on the amount of energy, water and materials used. The City's 1999 Resource Efficient Building Ordinance mandated that SF Environment develop and manage a portfolio of pilot projects, the intent being that after a three year period, enough data would be collected to mandate green building codes and guidelines. Waste Management: Sec. 82.5 CONSTRUCTION AND DEMOLITION DEBRIS MANAGEMENT. This requirement applies to all Construction Projects with a total projected cost of $90,000 or more at City-owned Facilities and New and Existing City Leaseholds. All City Departments shall ensure that each Construction Project subject to this Chapter shall minimize construction and demolition debris disposal. The SF Recycling Program works with residents & businesses to promote waste prevention, reuse and recycling throughout the City in order to conserve valuable resources and reduce the amount of material that is landfilled. Program responsibilities include; maximizing waste prevention, meeting a state-mandated requirement to divert 50% of disposed material from landfills. Recycling hotline: (415) 554-7329
United States EPA Region #9
75 Hawthorne Street
San Francisco, CA 94105
415.947.8012
http://www.epa.gov
Description:
Information, training and outreach on aspects of solid waste management and in the following categories: Submit Questions/Comments to Region 9 Hotlines and Information Contacts Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) Requests EPA Staff Locator (all EPA offices) Pacific Islands Contact Office-Honolulu, HI Library Laboratory Regional Organization Chart Region 9 Main Office Visitor Information
US Green Building Council
http://www.usgbc.org
Description:
The US Green Building Council is the only balanced nonprofit consensus coalition of the building industry, promoting the understanding, development, and accelerated implementation of 'green building' policies, programs, technologies, standards, and design practices on a national basis. There are currently both Northern California and Redwood Empire Chapters in the Bay area, offering membership, educational programs and special event to area professionals.
