Sustainability
Key Rebates and Incentives for Commercial PropertiesÂ
Key Rebates and Incentives for Commercial Properties Sustainability California’s frequent droughts have led to incentives from agencies like the Metropolitan Water District (MWD) and the LA Department of Water and Power (LADWP).  What You Need to Know Get up to $3 per square foot to replace lawns with native California plants.  You can also…
Read MoreAligning LA Commercial Properties with the New Zero Emissions BenchmarkÂ
Aligning LA Commercial Properties with the New Zero Emissions Benchmark Green Building, Sustainability The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released a national definition for “zero emissions buildings” to guide the real estate industry in cutting carbon emissions. What You Need to Know Key points: Existing buildings must be in the top 25% for energy…
Read MoreCity Aims to Use Performance Standards to Decarb Existing Buildings
City Aims to Use Performance Standards to Decarb Existing Buildings Sustainability The City of Los Angeles is developing a new program focused on decarbonizing existing 20,000 Sq. Ft. residential and commercial buildings.  This program will be developed by LA’s Department of Building & Safety in alignment with the city’s Green New Deal and stems from…
Read MoreLADWP’s New Incentive Program
Understanding all the various energy efficiency requirements and incentives can be overwhelming. However, the Los Angeles Department of Water and Power’s Business Offerings for Sustainable Solutions (BOSS) program can support business growth, especially as regulations become stricter. This rebate enables a business to potentially recoup their entire investment.
Read MoreNew Study Finds that the Salton Sea Has Enough Lithium to Power Nearly 400 Million EVs
A new analysis of the Salton Sea has found that there is enough Lithium to power nearly 400 million electric vehicles.
Read MoreBiden Administration Announces Hydrogen Investment for SoCal Ports
The Biden Administration has announced a major investment in hydrogen production for the SoCal ports.
Read MoreNewsom Visits China to Discuss Climate Policy
Following a trip to Israel, Governor Newsom visited China to discuss further collaboration on climate policy.
Read MoreCan Cool Pavements Reduce Temperatures in Los Angeles?
With heat waves and increased temperatures becoming more frequent in LA, can cool pavements be a viable solution?
Read MoreCalifornia and Trucking Manufacturers Reach Deal on the Phasing out of Diesel Trucks
The State of California and prominent truck manufacturers have reached a deal to ensure the state’s ban on the sale of diesel trucks will not face legal challenges.
Read MoreLong Beach City Council Passes Resolution to Reduce Port Emissions
The Long Beach City Council has unanimously passed Ship it Zero, a resolution to reduce emissions in maritime trade.
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