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Walking the Walk

Hello everyone ,

This is my first post for this group as I am just finding out about alot of these things. I just became the first certified EcoBroker in New Jersey and looking to plug in as much as possible to the ideas and what folks are actually doing in the real world regarding Green awareness and education in our business.

I did want to share something I thought alot of you would really enjoy, if you have ever heard of the TED conference held each year you may know about some of the amazing prople that speak there . My first offering is a link to a talk given by Majura Carter , a woman in the South Bronx of NY who literally is changing the world as we speak. it is about 20 minutes long , do yourself a favor and watch the whole thing and tell me what you thought. I hope you will see how this relates to our business and why I shared it.

http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/53

Thanks ,

David Green GRI, EcoBroker

Posted by David Green GRI on 05/01/2007 10:48 PM

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9 Comments on Walking the Walk

Good luck. You have to realize that the green movement and the eco brokers are a strong voice within this political ideology which is anti housing, anti builder, anti development and anti property owner's rights. Pro regulation, pro tax increases for "green" business and all the rest of the under pinnings to economic hardship to the tradesman that build thisa country.

05/01/2007 11:18 PM

by Michael Ross - North Shore of Boston (Coldwell Banker Residential Brokerage)

David~

You will find that most of the members of this social network are delightful. As you read through the posts at the ECO-All-Stars Group, you will also find intelligent, creative and entrepreneurial TALENT! As the Moderator of that Group, I invite you to participate in our GOLD STAR CHALLENGE..which represents what this Group is all about..

Write a photo essay with your own photos/graphics and original text that:

·1)      invites audience connection·
2)      educates, inspires
·3)      delivers humor, wit, enthusiasm...
·4)      generates discussion
·5)      recognizes "giving back", "paying forward"  " responsible stewardship"
·6)      AND *** tells a story .from the perspective a day-in-the-life of- a REALTOR®
              (or real estate related occupation.)

All the Best!

05/01/2007 11:36 PM

by Asheville's GREEN Land & Homes ECO-Steward Realty

Thanks JaneAnne

Did you watch the movie?

05/01/2007 11:48 PM

by David Green GRI (RE/MAX at The Shore)

David~

"So I'm sitting at my desk at work, earplugs inserted, and tears running down my face. I'm watching this video of Majora Carter's presentation at TED, and thinking ... I love this woman! But don't listen to me ... go listen to her!"

http://www.ted.com/index.php/talks/view/id/53 ..

and ...sure to let be sure to let Jeff Link know about this...as he just did a piece on our landfill

05/02/2007 12:02 AM

by Asheville's GREEN Land & Homes ECO-Steward Realty

Dave,

Remember, Listed Green can list all your green,energy efficient, sustainable homes for sale.

All listings are personally reviewed to ascertain to be green and energy efficient.

Your listing also lets you have a direct link to your site.

Good luck.

Dave

05/02/2007 06:38 PM

by David

David, It's a pleasure. Thanks for all the information.

05/02/2007 07:29 PM

by Gary Smith, Realtor® (RE/MAX Platinum)

I found out something pretty powerful today, New Jersey gives up to 50% on some Green improvements installations on your home through one of their grant programs . It can be used for a variety of solar, wind, and other approveds energy upgrades.

Check with your state to see what's out there.

Dave

05/02/2007 08:33 PM

by Dave Green

Dave~ Good information on NJ energy credits. Do you know of a link to other States' info?

05/02/2007 10:47 PM

by Asheville's GREEN Land & Homes ECO-Steward Realty

Hi JaneAnne,

You could try the US Green Building Council and find the local chapters, That was a great source for me out here . I also joined the group. There is also the States Dept. of Energy , they generally have alot of great material on funding programs for Energy upgrades.

http://www.njcleanenergy.com/ci.html This is the New Jersey site

http://www.usgbc.org/Chapters/ChapterList.aspx?CMSPageID=191& This is the Green Building Council Site.

Hope that helps, have a great day

Dave

05/03/2007 10:52 AM

by David Green GRI (RE/MAX at The Shore)

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