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If it could be properly harnessed, enough sunlight falls on the earth in just one hour to meet world energy demands for a whole year


Source: GreenFactOfTheDay.com

The National Association of REALTORS^® has created a green designation and benefits program tailored for real estate agents.  NAR's Green Designation provides advanced training in green building and sustainable business practices so that you can seek out, understand, and market properties with green features.  

Builder and consumer adoption of sustainability is rapidly growing...will you be ready to guide your clients? 

"This course should be mandatory for all REALTORS^®"  - Paige Arnold, GREEN

^{NAR's Green Designation courses are part of the USGBC Education Provider program and count as credit toward LEED® credential maintenance.}

Green REsource Council News

View the most recent Green REsource Council Webinar - Green Value Tips: Intro to the New Green Addendum
Watch this recording for an in-depth look at the new green addendum from the Appraisal Institute. This webinar introduces and explains the importance of the recent green addendum issued by the Appraisal Institute late last year. Learn how the addendum can help value green features in the homes in your market, and learn how to find and work with appraisers on this important topic.

Don't forget to renew your 2012 Green REsource Council Membership!
Visit our site to renew today. Take advantage of the great benefits offered with NAR's Green Designation, including webinars, newsletters, marketing materials, and more.  Plus, keep an eye out for our new Facebook business app to help you stand out online!

Learn more about NAR's Green Designation benefits with this recording
Click the link above to view this webinar. Presented by Amanda Stinton, Specialist for NAR’s Green Designation at the National Association of REALTORS® in Chicago, this Green REsource Council webinar shows the value and availability of the membership benefits associated with NAR’s Green Designation. We will explore some new benefits that will be made available to GRC members in 2012, allowing you to continue to advocate your knowledge in this sector of the industry.

Keep an eye out for the GRC's Question of the Month!
Each month the GRC poses new questions to its members about how they are using green perspectives in their business, community, or daily life. Keep an eye out on our Facebook, Twitter, and LinkedIn pages - as well as our monthly eNewsletter - for these questions. A response could give you some increased exposure through an upcoming newsletter article. Email us for more information.

Designees, take advantage of 25% off first time orders at the online Print Shop!
Have you visited the Online Print Shop? Connect with your clients through customizable, FSC-Certified postcards and brochures sent directly to your client list. Market your designation with a variety of messages and imagery. Choose your paper, customize your design, and even upload a contact list for direct mailing options! All first -time orders will receive 25% off their order total!

GReen Industry News

Obama expedites wind energy off Mid-Atlantic

The Obama administration announced Thursday that it's moving forward to develop wind power off the coasts of four Mid-Atlantic states.
From: USA TODAY: Green House

President Obama's State of the Union Address Touts Clean Energy

President Obama's annual State of the Union address included proposals for clean energy tax credits, a clean energy standard, and energy efficiency assistance for manufacturers and businesses. The president also announced two initiatives to advance the deployment of clean energy technologies.
From: EERE Network News