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The Green Building Program encourages a whole-systems approach through design and building techniques to minimize environmental
impact and reduce the energy consumption of buildings while contributing to the health of its occupants.

News and Updates

Scottsdale Green Building Lecture Series Continues through June 2012

The City of Scottsdale's Green Building Program advocates responsible use of our natural resources in the design and construction of our built environment. Held the first Thursday of each month, guest speakers address varied topics from smart energy and water saving technologies to healthy interiors and green communities. See the lecture topic schedule for more information.

Scottsdale adopts the International Green Construction Code (IgCC)

On July 5, 2011, Scottsdale City Council adopted the International Green Construction Code as the core component of the city’s voluntary Commercial Green Building Program. This significant step makes it easier for developers of commercial and multi-family housing to be green certified. The new code provides flexibility to adapt to Scottsdale’s geographic conditions and environmental quality of life while promoting uniformity and consistency from city to city. By integrating the voluntary code into the city’s plan review and inspection process, green certification is streamlined and a Green Certificate of Occupancy is issued following the final building inspection. See news release for more information.

Green Building Codes and Standards class offered this fall semester at SCC

The International Green Construction Code, ASHRAE 189.1 Standard for High Performance Green Buildings, National Green Building Standard (ICC 700), and other green standards and rating systems will be the focus of a new class (BLT 142) offered at Scottsdale Community College beginning August 20 …more

Community Energy Audit Program ...more

Net Zero Energy Future ...more (pdf/8mb/68pp)

Steps towards a Sustainable and Energy Free Home ...more (pdf/1mb/1p)

A Culture of Sustainability (pdf/334kb) - a brochure that showcases Scottsdale's environmental efforts

Comparative Overview of National and Local Green Home Rating Programs...more (pdf/53kb/1p)

Federal Tax Credits for Energy Efficiency ...more

Green Economic Recovery Resources - usgbc.org

SWEEP Publishes Guide on Programs for Increasing Energy and Resource
Efficiency in New Homes and Commercial Buildings ...more (pdf/72kb/2pp)

Municipal Green Building Policies Report: Strategies for Transforming Building Practices in the Private Sector

The past few years have seen a tremendous surge in municipal green building policies. A growing number of local governments recognize that changing building practices is important not only for conserving scarce natural resources and preventing pollution, but also for improving health and productivity and achieving economic sustainability. This report reviews more than 30 municipal policies that aim to advance green building in the private sector by (1) establishing mandatory green building criteria;(2) providing expedited review as an incentive for green building; or (3) offering other direct financial incentives for green building, including grants, fee waivers, tax breaks, and bonus development - for more information go to:
http://www.elistore.org/reports_detail.asp?ID=11295

Architecture 2030 - Climate Change and the Built Environment

Green Building Advisory Board Agendas and Minutes

Green Building Program Awards

Scottsdale adopts LEED Gold Policy