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Green Resource Links


BID Partners  for Green Trainings, Services, Certifications, Assessments
www.sbnow.org - Sustainable Business Network of Washington (SBNOW) provides networking opportunities and a certification program for property owners and tenants within the DC metro area.

www.greenhome.org - a learning center and one-stop-shop for green building professionals, policy makers, and the public.

www.coolcapitalchallenge.org - Cool Capital Challenge works with local and national organizations to reduce CO2 emissions in the Capital region.
www.eco-coach.com - Eco-Coach offers sustainability-consulting solutions for individuals and businesses.
www.dcgreenworks.org - DC Greenworks is green roof advocate and one-stop shop for green roof consultation, design, and installation.

Government Programs and Information – Federal and Local
www.energystar.gov - a joint program of the U.S. EPA and the U.S. Department of Energy, ENERGY STAR creates and maintains energy efficiency standards for products and practices. Image From Citylight Image Library.

www.green.dc.gov - a comprehensive information resource for current programs, policies, services, events, and issues concerning the DC environment.

www.recycle.dpw.dc.gov/recycle - the DC Department of Public Works – Office of Recycling. Provides information about recycling services for residential, commercial, education, and outreach.
www.usgbc.org - The US Green Building Council is dedicated to expanding green building practices and education and certifies sustainable buildings for businesses, homes, hospitals, schools, and neighborhoods.

Green Blogs, Learning, Information & News
www.bestgreenblogs.com - A directory of green and sustainable themed blogs. 
www.thegreenguide.com - National Geographic's online envirionmental magazine featuring green living tips, product reviews, and environmental health news.
www.treehugger.com - Tree Hugger is the leading media outlet for sustainability issues.

www.goinggreen.com - site dedicated to finding solutions for the sustainability of the planet. Includes blogs, news, and current events.

www.thedailygreen.com - site geared toward people who are looking to be more environmentally responsible. Includes news items, blogs, and “green” cuisines.
www.msnbc.msn.com/id/17950339/ - MSNBC.COM's Going Green Special Report includes the latest news and analysis about the business of environmental technology, including hybrid cars, etc.

Green Shopping – Products for Home and Office
www.theultimategreenstore.com - The Ultimate Green Store offers environmentally friendly products home and office.
www.unitedgreenproducts.com - United Green Products in an online supplier of eco-friendly home products.
www.buildinggreen.com/menus/index.cfm - The online GreenSpec® Directory lists product descriptions for over 2,000 environmentally preferable products.

 

 
 

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118 new trees were planted in Downtown in 2005.