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MISSION
To promote and advocate for “green” design, construction, and development practices in the City of Lowell, through research, identification, and implementation of policies, programs, and education that will increase the sustainability and reduce the environmental impacts of building activity.
NEWS
- Did you know that you can save big and benefit the environment with the many tax incentives passed by Congress through the American Recovery and Re-investment Act (ARRA)? The act has expanded and created new tax benefits to encourage home owners and businesses to implement energy efficiency improvements and renewable energy sources on their building. Follow this link to the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) for an overview of the programs available.
- The Green Building Commission will be participating in the Green: More Than a Color event hosted by the Brush Art Gallery & Studios Saturday, June 27 from Noon to 4:00PM. (Rain date has been schedule for June 28). The event will take place in and around the Market Mills Courtyard in downtown Lowell (256 Market street). Participate in this collaborating between Lowell's art galleries and eco-friendly oganiztions that will include exhibits and demonstrations with environmental themes. For more information visit the Brush Art Gallery web page.
UPDATES
The Green Building Commission recently participated in the Toxics Use Reduction Institutes State House event highlighting initiatives accross the Commonwealth that are working to reduce Toxic Materials in the home and workshplace. The Commission was awarded citations from State Representative and TURI for the work completed through the Green Buildings / Healthy Homes initiative. To view the presentation given at each of the neighborhood meetings CLICK HERE. For further reading check out some of these resources - Toxics Use Reduction Institute, Green Seal Certification, and Carpet & Rug Green Certification.