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Grace Elizabeth Morrison
Weston MA United States Member Since: 05/01/2022My Activities
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An Introduction to Residential Green Building Certifications: Part I
Certification programs represent a major part of the green building industry, affirming specific achievements and credentials and encouraging the development of leading-edge practices and materials. It can be challenging for someone new to green building to gain proficiency or to understand how to approach this field and to figure out where or exactly how to begin a green building journey. At the same time, there is only so much informatio...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 04/12/2023 + Show |
In Part I of this two-part series on the Residential Green Building Market, researching the different certification programs created broader, more complex questions about the state of the residential green building market. Thankfully, some industry leaders were willing to speak with me and share their experiences, each from different backgrounds in green building and representing various market sectors. I am grateful to those who were willi...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 02/23/2023 + Show |
EVs, the Climate, and the US Postal Service
There have been many climate battles over the years with environmentalists taking polluters to court for decisions that harm us all. We may all look to fossil fuel corporations as the major target of these battles, fostering and encouraging unhealthy and unsustainable practices for financial gain; this ongoing environmental case, however, has a defendant that may surprise you: the United States Postal Service. Natural ...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 02/24/2023 + Show |
The State Energy Policy Cheat Sheet: An Analysis of ACEEE’s Energy Efficiency Scorecard
A breakdown of state policies and actions advancing energy efficiency. Click to view the Energy Cheat Sheet Infographic . ACEEE’s State Energy Efficiency Scorecard reports and provides analysis on energy efficiency-related policies and achievements in all 50 states and Washington, DC. In this infographic, we review leading states and key policies, as well as discuss the implications...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 02/25/2023 + Show |
Stargazing: An Indicator of Light Pollution – and Health
I, with many others, have looked up at the night sky and been disappointed. We hope to see the glittering night sky, while only catching a few of the brightest stars; stargazing, for many, has become a thing of the past. This reality is the same for an alarming amount of the world: one-third of all people and 80% of North Americans cannot see the Milky Way Galaxy. This hard truth is due to our overuse of lights during the night, which impac...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 02/25/2023 + Show |
Climate Change and Abortion: They’re More Connected Than One Might Think
Times are changing: climate change is upon us and the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, a ruling which guaranteed Americans the right to an abortion. One may be asking oneself how these two are connected, a fair question to raise. The answer is that in US states where abortion has become a crime, the government can persecute those pregnant...
By gracemorrison 1 reply Last updated: 07/18/2022 + Show |
Jumpstarting The EV Transition
This year might just be pivotal in the growth of electric vehicle adoption, a key shift necessary to lower vehicle energy consumption and emissions, as a part of the larger fight to mitigate the effects of climate change and preserve environmental health. EV demand was already growing with the number of electric cars on the road doubling between...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 07/07/2022 + Show |
Investing in Green Energy Improvements
There seems to be some market fear of making green building improvements under the assumption that they will constitute a considerable expense without a sufficient return on investment. This belief is rather short-sighted. When analyzing this myth that green energy and sustainable improvements aren’t profitable investments, common sense, and...
By gracemorrison 1 reply Last updated: 06/27/2022 + Show |
Health, Income, and Energy Efficiency Access: It’s all Connected
Energy efficiency, a term used to compare the amount of energy required for a product to work, is becoming increasingly important in our fight against climate change. Since energy-efficient products use less energy, they call for less electricity which helps lower emissions if the energy source is fossil fuels. There is another appealing factor to...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 05/31/2022 + Show |
War on Ukraine’s Impact on Green Energy: Progression or Digression?
We are all witness to the degradation of our environment caused by fossil fuel emissions. We can perceive rising extreme weather occurrences and changing weather and natural resource health patterns, and we can measure the start of what is likely to become a great climate migration as conditions become less livable in parts of the world. While...
By gracemorrison Last updated: 05/31/2022 + Show |
Webinar: LEED for Cities + Communities: A Catalyst for Change, July 1, 1PM
In this session, panelists will address how local leaders are scaling up the impact of individual green buildings and spaces to the city and community level. They will share examples of certified projects leading the way on carbon neutrality and the just transition to a greener, cleaner economy. USGBC will highlight places that are...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 07/01/2022 + Show |
Cooper Recycling Tour, Brooklyn, NY, June 29, 5:45PM
Even though the majority of construction waste is recyclable, the overall recycling rate for construction and demolition waste in NYC is estimated to be less than 50 percent. Cooper Recycling in Brooklyn is trying to maximize material recovery by using custom-engineered equipment and state-of-the-art technology. On June 29, join Urban...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/29/2022 + Show |
Women in Green Advancing Sustainable Development Goals in Florida, Online, June 28, 12 pm
In this year's Women in Green, with the theme of "Rising Collective," the USGBC FL WIG Host Committee will host three events in 2022 focusing on 17 women in Florida who have made a positive impact in one or more of the UN Sustainable Development Goals. In its 11th year, Women in Green provides a space for leaders who are...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/28/2022 + Show |
Roadmap Conference, Portland, OR, June 28-30
Accelerated and widespread electric, smart, and shared mobility adoption requires a diverse and supportive ecosystem of industry and community leaders including utilities, local governments, vehicle OEMs, charging providers, technology startups, public interest groups, communities and drivers. The annual Forth Roadmap Conference brings these...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/28/2022 + Show |
The 31st Annual Energy Fair, Custer, WI, June 24-26
The MREA (Midwest Renewable Energy Association) invites you to join us in this celebration and exploration of renewable energy, and sustainable living. Each year, The Fair brings 11,500+ attendees together to learn about clean energy, connect with others, and take action toward a just energy transition. The Energy Fair features all things...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/24/2022 + Show |
Summer Solstice, Southface Celebration, June 23, 6PM, Atlanta, GA
Meet new Southface President James Marlow and mingle with Georgia’s sustainable building community at our 2022 Summer Solstice Celebration! Join in person for food, drinks, prizes, entertainment, inspiration, and networking opportunities where you can truly shine.
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/23/2022 |
Women in Cleantech and Sustainability, Pitch Competition, Online, June 23, 6PM
Women from six companies will be selected out of all applications to pitch their innovative cleantech or sustainable-focused business idea to a panel of industry leaders. Startups will have 5 minutes on the virtual stage followed by 3 minutes for Q&A from the judges. Winners will be announced towards the end of the conference.
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/23/2022 |
Rethinking Building Carbon Accounting - Free CE Webinar, June 22, 12 PM
Scott Farbman with DataBased+ (dbHMS’s human-centered, research-driven design studio) will review the decisions faced by owners, developers, and designers in trying to achieve whole building carbon emission reduction. This webinar will explore in detail the impact both HVAC and Envelope design decisions have on the total carbon emissions...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/22/2022 + Show |
Western Resilience Series, USGBC Mountain Region: Extreme Heat, Online, June 22, 12PM
Extreme heat caused by climate change is impacting cities, agricultural lands and forests across the western United States. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, “Heat waves are occurring more often than they used to in major cities... and their frequency has increased steadily, from an average of two heat waves per year during...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/22/2022 + Show |
CGBG Presents: Fire Resistant Exteriors, Virtual, June 21, 6 PM
CGBG presents Fire Resistant Exteriors, an introduction to fire-resistant building materials, recommended anywhere wildfires are of concern. Panelists will discuss fire-resistant materials, from finishes to framing, and everything in between. Members of the CGBG board will be present to run a quick overview of fire-resistant materials and...
By gracemorrison Event Date: 06/21/2022 + Show |