Resources
regional energy networks
In Balance is a proud partner of the Tri-County Regional Energy Network (3C-REN), Inland Regional Energy Network (I-REN), and Central California Rural Regional Energy Network (CCR REN), providing expert Energy and CALGreen Code support as well as live and on-demand trainings on the Energy Code, CALGreen Code, Zero Net Carbon Design, High Performance Building, and more! Visit their websites for upcoming live and on-demand training resources.
CODE COMPLIANCE
CALIFORNIA GREEN BUILDING CODE (CAL GREEN)
CAL Green has been in effect since January 2011, and the current 2022 standard went into effect January 1, 2023. View the code section-by-section or to purchase the document.
SAN LUIS OBISPO GREEN BUILDING ORDINANCE (GBO)
The County GBO took effect January 2013. In the unincorporated areas of San Luis Obispo County, new homes greater than 2,500 SF must earn a 3rd-party green building certification using either GreenPoint Rated or LEED for Homes. Additional measures apply.
GREEN BUILDING CERTIFICATION
LEADERSHIP IN ENERGY AND ENVIRONMENTAL DESIGN (LEED)
LEED is a 3rd-party green building certification system administered through the non-profit US Green Building Council (USGBC). There are different rating systems for Building Design & Construction, Interior Design & Construction, Building Operations & Maintenance, Neighborhood Development and Homes.
GreenPoint Rated
GreenPoint Rated is a 3rd-party green building rating system for single family and multifamily homes administered through the non-profit Build It Green, located in Oakland, CA.
View or purchase GreenPoint Rated documents and checklists →
LIVING BUILDING CHALLENGE
The Living Building Challenge is a rigorous standard for performance in the built environment and is administered through the International Living Future Institute. To be certified under the Challenge, projects must meet a series of ambitious performance requirements, including net zero energy, waste and water, over a minimum of 12 months of continuous occupancy.
2030 CHALLENGE
Architecture 2030
Architecture 2030 has developed targets for the building sector to reach carbon neutrality by the year 2030.
Visit the Architecture 2030 website →
AIA 2030 Commitment
The AIA has developed a protocol and reporting program to support members in achieving the 2030 Challenge targets. In Balance Green Consulting has signed on to the AIA 2030 Commitment, and is a founding member of the AIA California Central Coast Chapter’s 2030 Commitment Team. Our long-range Sustainability Action Plan outlines our approach to meeting the AIA 2030 Commitment.
San Luis Obispo County Family Friendly Workplaces
In Balance Green Consulting is recognized as a recipient of the SLO County Family Friendly Workplaces award, achieving Diamond Level. These awards are for public, private and nonprofit employers on the Central Coast and seek to recognize and support organizations that adopt and implement family-friendly workplace practices for their employees.