<link>http://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/main.htm</link><description/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:07:31 -0700</pubDate><generator>http://www.smallboxsoftware.com</generator><language>EN</language><item><title> California Cities and Counties Get No-Cost Tool to Measure GHG Emissions

<link>http://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/main.htm</link><description/><pubDate>Mon, 25 Apr 2011 12:07:31 -0700</pubDate><generator>http://www.smallboxsoftware.com</generator><language>EN</language><item><title> California Cities and Counties Get No-Cost Tool to Measure GHG Emissionshttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post62.htmMon, 25 Apr 2011 12:07:31 -0700ICLEI released the SEEC Community Inventory Tool to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and save energy.NREL Report on Energy Plans in Denver and Austinhttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post61.htmMon, 25 Apr 2011 12:05:27 -0700A new report released by the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL) outlines the best ways to implement an effective energy plan despite financial or political obstacles. NACTO Launches Urban Bikeway Design Guidehttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post60.htmMon, 25 Apr 2011 12:03:11 -0700The National Association of City Transportation Officials (NACTO) has unveiled a new tool for designers and planners that will take their bikeway plans to the next level.EPA Green Building Resource Now Availablehttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post59.htmMon, 25 Apr 2011 12:01:05 -0700Sustainable Design and Green Building Toolkit includes comprehensive instructions to make your community more environmentally friendly. DOE Updated Solar Guidebook for Local Governmentshttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post58.htmMon, 25 Apr 2011 11:57:53 -0700As more local governments set up solar panels to capture the sun's energy, the Department of Energy is capturing something nearly as valuable: their lessons learned.Climate Action Maphttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post57.htmThu, 01 Apr 2010 01:31:13 -0700ClimateActionMap.org is a free online mapping and database tool that enables cities to share green initiatives and policies with other cities and the general public. Climate Action Map is also a valuable resource for learning about what other cities around the world are doing to address climate change.NYC Green Codes Task Force Reporthttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post56.htmWed, 24 Mar 2010 12:20:47 -0700The most sophisticated and comprehensive analysis of building codes ever conducted by a municipality anywhere.A Blueprint for Greening New York City’s Buildings: 1 Year: 1,000 Green Superintendantshttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post55.htmWed, 24 Mar 2010 12:19:40 -0700Report describes program that trains superintendents, resident managers and handypersons to become energy efficient Multifamily Building OperatorsEnergy Efficiency Program Options for Local Governments under the 2009 American Recovery and Reinvestment Acthttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post54.htmWed, 24 Mar 2010 12:18:31 -0700Report looks at energy efficiency programs that can be implemented by local governments with ARRA fundingGreen Buildings for Cool Citieshttp://www.greenplaybook.org/resources/whats_new/post53.htmWed, 24 Mar 2010 12:17:25 -0700USGBC-Sierra Club Partner on Guide to Local Green Building Policies