Welcome to theMetro Philadelphia Steering Committee space where you can learn about our mission, join our online conversation, find details of our future events and meetings and access relevant resources.
Committee Mission
To oversee the operation of the Metro Philadelphia Branch and work throughout Philadelphia, Chester and Delaware Counties to promote DVGBC's mission to transform the Delaware Valley through sustainable and environmentally responsible planning, design, construction and operation of the region’s buildings, landscapes, cities and communities, mindful of the legacy left for future generations
Strategic Goals
Lead the advancement of green building policies, practices and projects throughout the Delaware Valley region.
Advocate for effective and comprehensive green building policy and building and zoning codes to all levels of government in the Delaware Valley region.
Build social equity by supporting community leaders as advocates for green communities including infrastructure, landscapes, building design, rehabilitation, and operation.
Increase membership and create an exceptional member experience that provides meaningful opportunities for professional development, social networking and thoughtful discussion of green building policies and practices.
Develop the DVGBC’s organizational structure and leadership capacity to leverage the knowledge, expertise and passion of all DVGBC members.
Position the DVGBC as the Delaware Valley region’s green building leader and first point of contact.
Meetings
info@dvgbc.org
Submitted by Alex Yarde DVGB... on Mon, 04/30/2012 - 5:08pm
Online Registration for Best of Greenbuild closes Tuesday, May 1st at 3pm!
REGISTER NOW!
Don’t miss out on hearing what’s next for our region! In 2013, the Greenbuild International Expo & Conference will bring 30,000+ sustainability advocates to our region. This year’s Best of Greenbuild conference envisions what visitors will see when they get here: sustainable schools and stadiums, revived community centers, celebrated historic buildings, national demonstration projects and energized leaders everywhere.
Submitted by aroche11 on Tue, 03/27/2012 - 4:02pm
Good afternoon,
If you are interested in helping exhibit at the DVGBC table at Thursday's Spring into Science Education event at Laurel Hill cemetery, please drop me a line (rochea11@gmail.com) sometime between now and Thursday morning (3/29). The event's details are as follows (see more info here):
Submitted by Elizabeth Fries... on Tue, 03/20/2012 - 2:44pm
Don’t miss out on hearing what’s next for our region! In 2013, the Greenbuild International Expo & Conference will bring 30,000+ sustainability advocates to our region. This year’s Best of Greenbuild conference envisions what visitors will see when they get here: sustainable schools and stadiums, revived community centers, celebrated historic buildings, national demonstration projects and energized leaders everywhere. 5 GBCI credits available to choose from during the conference.
Register here
Submitted by aroche11 on Mon, 03/19/2012 - 2:14pm
Good afternoon fellow EPs,
I hope you're enjoying this wonderfully gorgeous day. Please follow this link to view the agenda for tomorrow evening's meeting. This month, as part of our Leadership & Learning Series, we will be joined by Mr. Scot Case, TerraChoice's Vice President and UL Environment's Director of Markets Development.
Submitted by Natalie Beckwit... on Mon, 03/19/2012 - 12:05pm
Hi All,
Now in its second year, this event brings together industry, university and community leaders to share best practices, ask challenging questions and provide cutting edge information about sustainability in the Delaware Valley.
Nationally Acclaimed Keynote Speakers:
Submitted by Natalie Beckwit... on Thu, 03/08/2012 - 4:45pm
Hi All,
As engaged members of DVGBC, we did not want you to miss the chance to attend the upcoming Greenbuild 2013 briefing. We currently have 125 of the 180 seats available filled. Please see the meeting details below.
Greenbuild 2013 Briefing & Discussion
Submitted by aroche11 on Thu, 03/08/2012 - 3:06pm
Sustainable 19125's Green Your Home Fair is this Saturday, 3/10, from 11am-2pm. DVGBC will have a table. Email me (rochea11[at]gmail[dot]com) if you'd like to help table. 1hr shifts are available. Let me know a.s.a.p.! Thanks! (:
Submitted by aroche11 on Wed, 03/07/2012 - 11:57am
Calling all those interested in helping develop the “green” story of Kensington CAPA! We EPs are documenting this story through a survey-like profile (found here) and a video documentary. Please send me (rochea11[at]gmail[dot]com) or Sally (sallyazer[at]gmail[dot]com) an email with your availability to work on either the survey, video documentary, or both!
Good afternoon fellow EPs,
Submitted by Natalie Beckwit... on Mon, 01/30/2012 - 3:46pm
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