Low CO2 Footprint

Low CO2 Footprint

From a minimalist approach to handouts to bringing this seminar to you on the web, we thought about the ‘triple bottom line’ – economic, social and environmental impacts.
Taubman Sign Up

Taubman Sign Up

The Taubman Museum hosted a modestly sized Roanoke-based event where we gathered facts and strategies for our entire region.
Veterans Green Jobs

Veterans Green Jobs

Brett KenCairn of Veterans Green Jobs Skyped in to give a riveting presentation about why returning troops are committing to the new green economy.
Local Innovators

Local Innovators

Diana Christopulos of RVCCC, Rupert Cutler from Roanoke City Council, and presenter Ken Cronin of the City of Roanoke were some of the local Green Building champions who attended.
Diverse Audience

Diverse Audience

Homeowners interested in learning about home performance reflected a wide range of income levels and interests, from Habitat for Humanity homeowners through building industry professionals.
Taubman Intermission

Taubman Intermission

Making connections was the focus of the event – and this website!
Incentives

Incentives

Ecobroker Robin Laing presented the wide range of financial incentives and benefits for homeowners who are crafting their own triple bottom line strategies.
Students

Students

Models of sustainable buildings by Middle School attendees of the Taubman Architecture Camp demonstrate that our only limit is our imagination! Check out what River Laker did.
The Green Future

The Green Future

Do you have questions about your place in the green economy? Our whiteboard has some answers … and a way for you to join the conversation.
Connect the Dots: A GreenPrint for Your Home is a ‘road map’ for Southwest Virginia homeowners: This site connects you with experienced regional experts who can help you strategize a path for sustainable, high performance upgrades. Every home will take a different route to achieve sustainable, safe and efficient performance. You can take a long journey all at one time – or split it up into short, quick trips. It’s up to you. Connect with knowledgeable, accredited experts to streamline the process and maximize the value of your home.
 

Thomas Jefferson on Sustainability

“Then I say the earth belongs to each…. generation during its course, fully and in its own right. The second generation receives it clear of the debts and encumbrances, the third of the second, and so on. For if the first could charge it with a debt, then the earth would belong to the dead and not to the living generation. Then, no generation can contract debts greater than may be paid during the course of its own existence.”

— Thomas Jefferson
September 6, 1789

Founding Primary Sponsors

About Us

Connect the Dots is a project of the U. S. Green Building Council Southwest Virginia Chapter to advocate and educate our region about green building through a locally produced seminar series and subsequent website modules.

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Facts

95% of our buildings are over 10 years old; while LEED and other programs do a lot to address new homes, improving performance for all buildings is important, higher value, higher performance, lower bills.

Strategies

  • Begin with a ‘Home Performance Analysis.’
  • Map your own path: state clear, measurable goals.
  • Engage qualified experts to advise you and carry out the work.
  • Measure post-improvement performance to track your progress.
  • Finally, engage a third party, certified energy rater.

Connections

Our founding sponsors were selected from among the most innovative, forward thinking companies in Southwest Virginia. Check them out - they may be able to help you complete your goals for high performance building!

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