Goal For The Green

Just to let you know, On Thursday, November 5th at 12:30 EST, you are invited to a free sneak-preview Webinar, hosted by Robert Watson, GreenerBuildings.com Editor, and “Father of LEED.” It’s called “Building a Sustainable Future: Progress and Trends Toward Improving the Environmental Footprint of Commercial Buildings.”

In case you didn’t know, LEED means, Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design.  It is the Green Building rating system.

The webinar starts at 12:30 pm EST. Here’s the Registration link

During this 60 minute webinar, Robert Watson will present the findings of the soon to be released, 2009 Green Building Market and Impact Report that was sponsored by Johnson Diversey. This report is an integrated assessment of the land, water, energy, material and indoor environmental impacts of the LEED for New Construction (LEED NC), Core & Shell (LEED CS) and Existing Building (LEED EB) standards.

All registrants will have access to a download of the report.

Johnson Diversey President & CEO Ed Lonergan, opens the webinar by highlighting the importance of sustainability in today’s business environment.  He is offering insights and examples, of the company’s work toward improving the sustainability of its customers’ facilities, as well as its own. This presentation will detail Johnson Diversey’s own focus on LEED certification for many of its facilities worldwide.

In these fast-changing times, and with the ever changing economy, it is imperative, that  we have measurement around whether green building choices provide a very high return on investment, and a significant decrease in environmental impact.

I hope you can help in spread the word about this event. Tell anyone  you think would be interested in learning more about green commercial buildings, and corporate sustainability.

Go here to register for the Green Building Webinar.

Sure, hope you can attend.  They are working toward a better and greener tomorrow for us all!

I love being able to pass on good information that saves both energy and money.  This product does just that, with three versions to choose from.   Monster Green Power™ is a revolutionary new way to automatically reduce energy waste,  and save you money.   All you need to do is, plug your computer, or AV receiver into the Green Power  Control outlet (power surge protector).   When it’s turned off, or goes to sleep ( like when you do),  all the other Green Power outlets switch off too.  This  automatically eliminates energy wasted by connected equipment – like your printer, scanner, HDTV or subwoofer – when you’re not using them, but they are still plugged in.

I think most of us are guilty of not always turning our computers off (and just letting them sleep), much less unplugging electrical appliances when not in use.  Even though, they are not turned ON, they are still using energy, just being plugged in.   Now, when your computer or AV receiver is turned back on, the Green Power outlets automatically power up again.

Here is a great product demonstration on You-tube.

This demonstration gives you a more detailed description of the three Green Power surge protectors offered, and exactly how they help reduce energy consumption and waste.  But, that’s not all,   Monster will replace up to $300,000 worth of your equipment if it’s damaged by (power conditions). You can’t go wrong with a deal like that.

Above is the MDP 900.  It offers Advanced Dual Mode Plus surge protection with automatic disconnect and an audible alarm.  This device saves you money, and stops standby mode energy waste.   There is Exclusive Stage 2 PC Clean Power, that filters and rejects noise and interference.  The coaxial is surge protected for your network and telephone connections, plus there is 10 surge protected, color coded AC power outlets to accommodate your electronics.

You can visit the Monster Green Power Digital Power Center to learn where you can buy Monster products, and gain more product and company information. They are helping us “go green,” save money, and work toward many better tomorrows!

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With gas prices quickly approaching $3.00 a gallon, perhaps you’re wondering if you will even get to go on a vacation this year.  Instead of another “staycation,” at least try and save some ” green” and plan a “green” vacation.

Did you know Cleveland is going green?  First time visitors my not realize that Cleveland, is situated on the beautiful blue shores of Lake Erie.  You can even, charter a fishing boat, and cruise the Cuyahoga River, or set sail for Lake Erie Islands.

Cleveland became known as the city of the burning river, after a huge industrial fire along the Cuyahoga River in 1969.  Now, you can visit and learn about the rebirth of the Cuyahoga River, and see why Cleveland has now become an eco-friendly hot spot.

Positively Cleveland,  has compile a wonderful list of 75 Green Things In Cleveland Plus , to check out and enjoy.   Thay also have a card called the Cleveland Plus Pass, that’ll make your trip easy and more affordable.  It gives you access to ten major attractions and other traveler discounts in the region.  You can purchase for Adult, Youth or Senior passes, for 2, 3, or 5 days.  A pass saves you 30% off general admission to the participating venues in the area.   They are making Cleveland a great place to save “green” and enjoy great family fun.  Now, you have no reason to not go on a vacation this summer.  So, jump on the fun wagon and enjoy!

See where the cutest ladybugs live!