Join the most influential and active green building organization in Northern California.Your company may be a member of USGBC National, but as an individual, you
can have local impact by joining our Chapter! USGBC-NCC membership
provides you with the latest innovative learning opportunities, a
variety of ways to engage in green building activities in the region,
and a valuable professional network. Recently honored at Greenbuild
with a 2008 Chapter Award of Excellence, USGBC-NCC is one of the most
respected and fastest growing Chapters in the country. USGBC-NCC
members have a voice of leadership on the most critical sustainability
issues in our region.
| Who Should Join
Membership is open to anyone who has a passion for green building and sustainable communities.
You should join if:
- You are a professional doing green or LEED®-related work in the Northern California region.
- You are a developer, building owner, facility manager, green financier, sustainability student, etc.
- You
believe sustainable building practices should be standard practice and
you want the market to move rapidly towards that goal.
- You want to participate in how the Chapter grows and evolves.
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Benefits of Chapter Membership
- Up to 50% off the ticket price for all Chapter events
- 15% off all Chapter-led classes
- Special discounts to events hosted by partner organizations
- 20% discount on passes to the annual West Coast Green conference, 40% off when you purchase 10+ passes.
- A Zipcar Membership for just $25/year, a $50 savings, and $25 in driving credit when you sign up!
- 8% discount on a CREDO Mobile monthly plan fees, 25% discount on cell phone accessories, including solar chargers, and CREDO Mobile we will pay up to $200 for early termination fees with your current carrier.
- 20% off a subscription to The Registry
- 50% off a subscription to Sustainable Industries
- 25% off BuildingGreen's Environmental Building News, BuildingGreenSuite, and more!
- Up to $475 in savings on Green Dentistry
- Voting rights for Chapter Board of Directors
- Eligibility to run for Chapter Board and Branch Leadership
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Chapter Membership Dues
- Full Chapter Membership (for employees of USGBC National Member companies): $75
- Associate Chapter Membership (employer is NOT a member of USGBC National): $85
- Emerging Green Builders (under 25): $35
The Value of Chapter Membership
"My membership at the USGBC-NCC has
been incredibly valuable since day one. I am able to network with my
fellow professionals, participate in committees, attend fun events, and
get discounts on great educational workshops. If you live in the
Northern California area there is no better way to maintain involvement
in the green building industry than by becoming a member of the NCC
Chapter."
- Bob Rudd, Account Executive, Sustainable Energy Partners
"Becoming
a member of the Northern California Chapter of the USGBC has been one
of the best decisions I have made personally and professionally. The
Chapter provides outstanding programs that are always informative and
entertaining. I have also found NCC events to be a great networking
opportunity. I encourage everyone to attend an event and join the
Chapter."
- Alex Gilmete, LEED AP, Executive Vice President, INTERform
COMMERCIAL INTERIORS
"Renewing my membership to the NC Chapter was a very easy decision.
The quality of programming, information sharing and networking is a
tremendous asset to my career and helps keep me at the forefront of the
green building industry."
- Michael Foster, Supervising Environmental
Specialist, City of San Jose
"I was happy to renew my membership to the NC Chapter. I attended
several workshops and meetings and found the chapter does a great job
of keeping abreast of this fast moving field and helping members keep
connected to the changes and each other."
- Meade Boutwell, Senior Vice
President, CB Richard Ellis
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