Setting the Foundations: Why Sustainability in Schools Matters and How to Start the Process
Implementing sustainable strategies in schools enables children to learn more about the environment and how to protect it early in life. Such schools prioritize energy efficiency, implement passive design strategies, and integrate renewable energy resources such as solar PV panels, serving as educational institutions and real-world examples of environmental stewardship. These initiatives teach students the importance of sustainability, inspiring them to adopt eco-conscious practices and contribute to preserving our planet for generations.
California's New Emissions Reporting Mandate for Large Businesses
In a landmark move, California recently enacted the Climate Corporate Data Accountability Act, impacting public and private enterprises with revenues exceeding $1 billion.
The mandate encompasses scope 1, 2, and 3 emissions, covering direct, indirect, and other indirect greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions.
Driving Toward a Greener Future: California Embraces Electric Vehicles in Building Codes
California governors’ executive orders have championed zero emissions vehicles (ZEVs), advancing California’s mission to widely adopt electric vehicles (EVs). California has seen several regulations in the 2019 and 2022 California Green Buildings Standards Codes (CALGreen) that have further promoted EVs and EV infrastructure.
CALGreen Promotes Embodied Energy Reduction
Embodied Energy will be a part of the CALGreen requirements starting July 1, 2024. ENERlite Consulting performs embodied carbon analysis to help our clients toward decarbonization goals.