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Facilities Manager Kelly Rankich displaying energy efficient technology in the 21 Acres Great Hall
21 Acres LEED Green Building Tour

April 21, 2022 - Join us for a Green Building Energy Tour at 21 Acres, held every third Saturday of the month at 11:00

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Facilities Manager Kelly Rankich displaying energy efficient technology in the 21 Acres Great Hall
21 Acres LEED Green Building Tour

December 4, 2021 - Join us for a Green Building Energy Tour at 21 Acres, held every third Saturday of the month at 11:00

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Chris showing off a frame
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Preparing for Wildfire Smoke with Building Ventilation

August 12, 2021 - Here's how the 21 Acres facilities staff created a building filtration system built for this year's high temperatures and smoke.

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The eGauge monitoring system helps 21 Acres determine how much energy we are producing and reduce energy impacts.
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eGauge: When it comes to energy monitoring, knowledge is power

July 16, 2021 - Energy monitoring means more power to take climate action at home and at work.

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On a virtual building tour of the 21 Acres living roof, Barry Febos explains how local carbon credits can help with climate change and polluted urban areas.
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Local Progress in Carbon Offsets Proves Hopeful for Climate Action

March 5, 2021 - Pierce County is the first in the country to offer carbon offsets for urban reforestation. Here's why that's a big deal.

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Seeds of Equity in the Green Building Movement

September 16, 2020 - These green housing programs are making green buildings affordable for Seattle and beyond.

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Why I’m Shopping for Zero Carbon Locally by Barry Febos, Energy Manager & Educator

September 2, 2020 - Barry talks favorite carbon offsets and local renewable economy.

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EarthTalk: Harnessing Bioluminescence For Practical Purposes

October 22, 2019 - Modern researchers are hard at work synthesizing the chemical reactions behind bioluminescence for a range of modern-day applications.

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Get the Facts, Stay Informed, Then VOTE!

October 24, 2018 - Initiative Measure No. 1631, put forth to Washington State voters this November, 2018, concerns pollution.

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