- AuraBorealis
Canada
Aura Borealis is a site dedicated to sustainable living. Its 2 main sub-sections are The Green Foundation and Boreal Ecoliving. The Green Foundation is a non-profit educational organization which promotes ways of sustainable living. Boreal Ecoliving is a live location in Alberta which demonstrates ecological living.
http://www.auraborealis.com/
- Building Envelopes
United States
Building Envelopes was built with the cooperation of a non-profit consortium of building industry companies, universities, and research centers. It provides resources for the construction industry on energy-efficient buildings and techniques.
http://www.buildingenvelopes.org/
- Canadian Environmental Network
Canada
The CEN's mandate is "To Protect The Earth And Promote Ecologically Sound Ways Of Life". To this end, they help connect environmental organizations with citizens and other organizations. The network is strengthened through several regional networks operating in nearly all provinces and territories.
http://www.cen-rce.org/
- Development Center for Appropriate Technology (DCAT)
Arizona
The Development Center for Appropriate Technology aims to improve the health of the planet and communities by promoting sustainable construction and development through leadership, strategic relationships, and education. The site provides codes, standards, and training kits to help achieve its goal.
http://www.dcat.net/
- Ecological Building Network
International
The Ecological Building Network is a non-profit, international association of builders, engineers, architects, academics and developers promoting safe and efficient building methods and materials for a sustainable future. The organization publishes papers on green building and holds regular conferences.
http://www.ecobuildnetwork.org/
- Energy & Environmental Building Association (EEBA)
International
The Energy and Environmental Building Association provides education and resources to motivate the residential design, development and construction industries to produce efficient and sustainable homes and communities. They hold conferences, provide resources on building methods, offer a catalogue of books and showcase projects that demonstrate sustainable development.
http://www.eeba.org/
- Enermodal Engineering
Kitchener, Ontario
Enermodal Engineering is a Canadian consulting firm. It specializes in improving the energy and resource efficiency of buildings and building products. They are experienced in sustainable design, ecological building materials and practices, building inspection and energy audits, and the evaluation of the structure of buildings.
http://www.enermodal.com/
- EnvironDesign9
North America
EnviroDesign is devoted to providing the highest quality information on sustainable design. It holds conferences and workshops to connect like-minded people and to educate them. Professionals from all walks of life and all sectors contribute to the organization.
http://www.isdesignet.com/ED/index.html
- Green Communities Canada
Canada
Green Communities Canada is a national network of community-based non-profit organizations that deliver innovative environmental programs and services, with a focus on household and community action. Green Communities Canada supports member organizations in working together to achieve environmental sustainability, including healthy ecosystems and communities, sustainable resource use, and clean air, water, and soil.
http://www.gca.ca
- Greenroofs.com
International
Greenroofs.com uses projects showcases, articles, news, and research, to inform and promote green building technologies. Among their numerous resources is the Greenroof Directory of Manufacturers, Suppliers, Professional Services, Organizations, Students & Green Resources.
http://www.greenroofs.com/
- International Council for Local Environmental Initiatives (ICLEI)
International
ICLEI - Local Governments for Sustainability was founded in 1990. It represents all governments interested in creating sustainable communities. The goal of the initiative is to create an environmentally friendly global society by encouraging local communities to contribute to the effort.
http://www.iclei.org/
- International Initiative for Sustainable Built Environment
Canada
The International Initiative for Sustainable Built Environment tackles energy and environmental issues as they relate to building construction. Their goal is to accelerate the energy and environmental efficiency of buildings. They hold conferences to help members stay current in the changing industry.
http://www.greenbuilding.ca/
- Local Government Commission
California
The LGC is a not-for-profit organization that provides resources, networking and knowledge for those who are interested in creating environmentally friendly communities. It is primarily intended for municipal officials and other community leaders, but also has lots of information for residents.
http://www.lgc.org/
- Smart Communities Network
United States
The Smart Communities Network offers resources, tools, articles and publications on various sustainable development-related topics. These resources are provided to educate communities about the feasibility and advantages of sustainable, environmentally responsible municipalities.
http://www.sustainable.doe.gov/
- Smart Growth BC
British Columbia
Smart Growth BC is a provincial non-governmental organization devoted to fiscally, socially and environmentally responsible land use and development. Working with community groups, businesses, municipalities and the public, we advocate for the creation of more livable communities in British Columbia. It is a joint project of the University of Victoria Eco-Research Chair of Environmental Law and Policy and West Coast Environmental Law Association.
http://www.smartgrowth.bc.ca
- Smart Growth on the Ground
British Columbia
The University of British Columbia Sustainable Communities Program, Smart Growth BC, and the Real Estate Institute of BC have joined forces to change development in BC, by creating Smart Growth on the Ground. This unique partnership aims to assist three communities with the preparation and implementation of neighbourhood plans that are smarter and more sustainable.
http://www.sgog.bc.ca
- Sustainability Now
British Columbia
A dedicated team of engineers and scientists created Sustainability Now. They wish to provide more information about sustainable development and related technologies. The website offers a wealth of resources and documents including best practices on municipal engineering, mining engineering, the construction of Green buildings and the use of appropriate materials.
http://www.sustainability.ca/
- Sustainable Building Information System
International
The Sustainable Building Information System was created to provide users with impartial information on worldwide sustainable building projects. It aims to educate users about the techniques being used worldwide, and how they can be applied in different situations. Projects from Japan, USA, Canada demonstrate the innovative use of green building materials.
http://www.sbis.info/
- The Cardinal Group Inc.
Toronto, Ontario
The Cardinal Group consists of four divisions with their individual specialties. The divisons work together to promote the awareness and use of environmentally friendly technologies for the creation of sustainable communities.
http://www.cardinalgroup.ca/
- The Centre for Sustainable Communities Canada
Canada
The Centre for Sustainable Communities Canada is a registered not-for-profit entity dedicated to advancing the development of sustainable communities through the marketing, advancement and promotion of Canadian-based Environmentally Sustainable Technologies (EST).
http://www.sustainable-communities.ca
- The Sustainable Region Initiative
Vancouver, British Columbia
The Sustainable Region Initiative hopes to inspire the Greater Vancouver area to be a leader in the development of sustainable communities. Their knowledge has been made publicly available in order to facilitate this goal. SRI has a selection of tools, networks, and services on their website.
http://www.gvrd.bc.ca/sustainability/
- Welcome to Sustainable Buildings Canada (SBC)
Canada
Sustainable Buildings Canada is a non-profit organization promoting and supporting sustainable building concepts. SBC provides information about best practices, assessment tools, the integrated design process through events and links, newsletters and announcements.
http://www.sbcanada.org/
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