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Are You Our Next Social Media Guru?

By Heather James On May 1, 2013 · Add Comment · In White Roof Project Itself
White Roof Project is seeking a social media summer intern! Social media is a huge component of our outreach and education campaign and is especially important during the summer months. Our successful social media strategy includes a viral video with over 45,000 views and numerous press hits in sources such as CNN, Reuters, and many [...]
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Money Saving Tips for Your Building: All of your Green Energy Questions Answered!

By Heather James On April 15, 2013 · Add Comment · In Events, Partners, Uncategorized
Join us on Wednesday, April 24th at the West Side Green Owners Seminar hosted by Council Member Gale Brewer. Location: the American Bible Society, 1865 Broadway (at 61st) Time: 6:30-7:30 We’re a co-sponsor! Other co-sponsors include: Solar One (solar1.org), New York Association of Realty Managers (NYARM), 32BJ Training Fund, Council of New York Cooperatives & [...]
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Baltimore is Taking Climate Action

On April 15, 2013 By Pablo Muñoz Hernandez
On November 29th, 2012, Baltimore launched its Climate Action Plan. Baltimore CAP was born with the goal of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions and making the city more attractive for existing and future residents, visitors, and employers. This way, the Charm City followed in the footsteps of other cities, like New York, Chicago or Washington [...]
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We’re Off to the NYC Green Festival this April

On April 2, 2013 By Heather James
It’s earth month and WRP is off the NYC Green Festival at the Javits Center. We were one of only a few groups elected to give a Do It Yourself presentation on our work. Look for more details online and  in our newsletter soon..
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Welcome Spring, Welcome Our New Executive Director

On March 20, 2013 By Heather James
Today is always an exciting day, but spring is especially exciting this year because the change of seasons also welcomes our new Executive Director Rachel Laiserin. Rachel has extensive administrative experience working for New York City government agencies including the Department of Design and Construction, Housing Preservation and Development, and the Department of Information Technology [...]
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Thinking about Climate Change on the First Day of Spring

On March 20, 2013 By Heather James
Lynn Meyer is new to the White Roof Project team, and she has a passion for curbing climate change. Earlier this year, she participated in the Forward on Climate rally on the Washington Mall. The temperature was freezing, but the 40,000 attendees generated lots of energy. Speakers included Van Jones of Rebuild the Dream, White [...]
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White Roof Project 2012 Wrap Up – The Future Will be Here Soon

On January 22, 2013 By Heather James
If you do one extra thing this week, take 2 minutes to watch this video. 2013 could be a big year for the environmental community nationally and in New York. Let’s get inspired and get involved. Give us your feedback on our exciting year below. Thanks 2012. It’s been great!    
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White Roofs for Green Schools

On December 31, 2012 By Heather James
Leisha John, Director of Environmental Sustainability at a major accounting firm and friend of the White Roof Project, talks about white roofing schools in Miami. She opens with some exciting statistics on white roofs’ energy saving potential in just one city. Did you know?: White roofing Miami schools could save 37 million dollars in 10 [...]
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Join Our Team in 2013!

On December 31, 2012 By Heather James
Join our expanding team in 2013. Be part of our biggest year ever as we hire our first paid Executive Director and build out our impressive group of board and junior board members. Join an exciting team of nonprofit entrepreneurs for a one year minimum commitment. Be a real part of the discussion and be part [...]
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Happy Holidays! Thank You for a Great Year!

On December 19, 2012 By Heather James

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