Green Government Initiative Publications

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Green Government Initiative

Launched in 2007, the NACo Green Government Initiative provides comprehensive resources for local governments on all things green, including energy, air quality, transportation, water quality, land use, purchasing and recycling. NACo serves as a catalyst between local governments and the private sector to facilitate green government best practices, products and policies that result in financial and environmental savings.

Through the Initiative, NACo will:

• Increase education and outreach on all things green;
• Help educate counties and help them educate the public;
• Promote environmentally-preferable purchasing;
• Facilitate an open dialogue with the private sector; and
• Reverse misinformed opinions that green techniques are too costly or of lesser quality

Publications and Presentations Greening County Fleets (PDF) This fact sheet explains how counties can implement green purchasing policies for their own buildings. Green Purchasing in County Offices (PDF) This fact sheet explains how counties can implement green purchasing policies for their own buildings. Improving Energy Efficiency in County Buildings (PDF) A guide on utilizing tools and resources through the U.S. EPA ENERGY STAR Program and NACo to improve the energy efficiency of county buildings. 10 Ways to Green Your County This fact sheet provides information on 10 ways for counties to use green practices. Solid Waste Management, Recycling and E-Waste This fact sheet provides an overview to the challenges and possible solutions of managing the growing problem of solid waste and also explores how to implement county programs for recycling, especially for e-waste. Workshop: High Water Marks- Tools for Rural Counties to Improve Water Quality Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. Workshop: How to Implement County Green Policies-Innovative Codes and Ordinances Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. Workshop: Does the Equation Add Up? Environment + Jobs = Strong Economy? Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. Workshop: Climate Protection Tools Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. Workshop: Food, Fuel and the Environment: Making Sense of the Ethanol Debate Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. Workshop: Waste Not, Want Not: How to Prepare for New Challenges in Recycling Presentations from the 2008 NACo Annual Conference in Kansas City. County Green Programs Survey A report on a survey by NACo in June 2008 of county green government practices. Gas Prices, County Budgets and County Operations A report on a survey by NACo in June 2008 on the impacts of gas prices on county budgets and operations. Local Leaders in Sustainability: Green Counties A report by NACo and the American Institute of Architects that examines green building practices in the nation's 200 most populous counties. Advanced Water Management - IBM Presentation on water management by IBM at the 2008 NACo Legislative Conference. Video: Arlington County, Va. FreshAIRE Campaign Approximately a 30-minute video on the launch of Arlington County’s successful initiative to reduce emissions. Diesel Technology Forum – Energy Efficiency, Energy Independence, and Greenhouse Gas Emission Reductions A look at clean diesel and climate change. Diesel Technology Forum – Renewable Diesel Fuels Fact Sheet An overview of renewable diesel fuels. Diesel Technology Forum - Did You Know? Off-Road Equipment Embarks On Clean Diesel Revolution 2007 County Climate Protection Forum Presentations from the first-ever national forum for counties on climate protection. Blue Earth County courthouse 'goes green' Blue Earth County courthouse 'goes green', earns coveted ENERGY STAR rating. Counties and Residential Green Building Standards (PDF) This fact sheet provides a basic overview of green standards and certifications for residential buildings being implemented at a national and local level, and details resources available to help counties achieve those standards and certifications. Air Quality Improvement Guide for Local Governments This guide provides best practice examples on a range of activities local governments are undertaking to help achieve and maintain attainment status for ozone and particulate matter pollution. Clean Diesel Technology for County Operations This fact sheet provides a basic overview of clean diesel technology for county fleets, the 5 R’s of retrofit, funding and company resources, and best practice examples. Energy Efficient Lighting in County Facilities This fact sheet provides a basic overview of energy efficient lighting and its benefits, how it is used in county buildings, best practice examples, emerging technologies and company resources.

Creating a Green County Team (pdf) This fact sheet assists counties looking to advance green government practices across their agencies and communities with a team of staff members to help facilitate the effort

Geothermal Energy in County Facilities This fact sheet provides a basic overview of geothermal energy and its benefits, how it is used in county buildings, best practice examples, and company resources.

Fueling Your Fleet: The Future of Alternative Fuels Presentations from a workshop at the 2007 NACo Annual Conference on Tuesday, July 17, 2007.

Purchasing and Procurement: Go Green, Save Green, See Green Presentations from a workshop at the 2007 NACo Annual Conference on Monday, July 16, 2007.

Renewable Energy Forecast: What Will Fuel Your County? Presentations from a workshop at the 2007 NACo Annual Conference on Monday, July 16, 2007.

Green Standards and Certifications: How Green is Green? Presentations from a workshop at the 2007 NACo Annual Conference on Sunday, July 15, 2007.

Wind Energy Guide for County Commissioners This publication is designed to provide county commissioners, planners, and other local county government officials with a practical overview of information required to successfully implement commercial wind energy projects in their county.

Going “Green” in Your County: Diversified Power Sources and Renewable Energies Presentations from this workshop at NACo's 2006 Annual Conference.

County Buildings: Energy Efficiency and Performance Contracting A fact sheet on utilizing performance contracts for energy efficiency improvements of county buildings.

Webinar Presentations and Recordings - Cost free online trainings on green subjects for county officials and staff.

Green Counties 101 (Closed)
Wednesday, May 7 2008 - 2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern
Green momentum is here, and counties have positioned themselves as leaders. With increasing momentum, green policies and programs have taken shape as counties hunt for the most effective targets, incentives and rewards to help affect behavioral change in their communities. Counties of all regions and compositions are helping us understand that green can be as much about doing the right thing for the environment as it is about being fiscally and socially responsible.
This webinar will utilize county best practices that will allow you to understand:

• How to begin a green government movement in your county
• Challenges to "going green" and how to overcome them
• How to engage key players

Presentations:

Audio Presentation Dane County, WI - Brett Hulsey Green Counties 101 Webinar Howard County MD - Joshua Feldmark La Plata County CO - Wally White Marin County CA - Dawn Weisz Green Purchasing 101 (Closed) Tuesday, May 13 2008 - 12:00pm – 2:00pm Eastern As the public demand for more environmentally sensitive purchasing increases, county officials are concerned about the added costs of buying green. Buying green is no longer more expensive, and in the long run, may be cheaper. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover: Components to green purchasing policies Implementing the policy and getting appropriate staff on board Available mechanisms for environmentally-friendly products Overview of green labels and certifications Dispel common myths that being green is expensive or sacrifices quality Presentations: Audio Presentation Green Government Initiative Overview LosAngeles County CA - Joe Sandoval Matanuska Susitna Borough AK - Emerson Krueger Office Depot - Yalmaz Siddiqui Sarasota County FL - Susan Scott US Communities Government Purchasing Alliance - Connie Kuranko Funding Options and Financial Incentives for On-Site Renewable Energy Projects (Closed) Thursday, May 22 2008 - 1:30pm – 3:30pm Eastern Public sector entities are helping meet their energy needs with on-site renewable energy facilities. One key to the long-term success of an on-site renewable project is financing: how will construction be funded and what incentives can be leveraged to ensure the financial feasibility of the project? In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover: Financing options available to counties Performance contracting as a deal structure Government, utility and market incentives for on-site renewable energy projects Monetizing the attributes of renewable energy, such as renewable energy credits (REC's), Energy Efficiency Certificates (EECs) Presentations: Audio Presentation Butte County CA - Brian Haddix Catalyst Financial Group - Neil Zobler Derek Price - Johnson Controls Inc. Green Government Initiative - Onsite Renewables Funding Webinar National Renewable Energy Laboratory - Karlynn Cory Waste Management, Recycling and E-Waste 101 (Closed) Thursday, June 12 2008 - 2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern We’ve all heard the phrase “Reduce, Reuse, Recycle,” but now hear how county governments are implementing policies and programs to help divert waste from overflowing landfills and prevent harmful effects on the environment. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover: Overview of waste collection and processing methods Proper disposal and successful methods of diverting aging electronics from landfills Presentations: Alameda County CA StopWaste - Debra Kaufman Audio Presentation Clackamas County OR Rick Winterhalter Green Government Initiative - Waste Management, Recycling and EWaste Webinar Logan CO OH – Alan Hale Waste Management Ecycling - Joe Aho Waste Management LampTracker - Mark Stennes Communicating Your County Climate Protection Message (Closed) Wednesday, June 18 2008 - 1:30pm – 3:30pm Eastern As more and more counties adopt community greenhouse gas emissions reduction targets, how can they effectively communicate with the public and private sectors that are key in achieving these reductions? In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover: Effective tools and messaging in communicating with the public and private sectors Innovative and interactive methods to mobilize the community Gaining internal staff support for your county's climate goals Presentations: American Institute of Architects - Stephen Loos Boulder County CO - Ann Livingston Digitized Audio Replay Green Government Initiative - Communicating Your County Climate Protection Message Webinar Pew Center on Global Climate Change - Tom Steinfeldt Sarasota County FL - Lee Hayes Byron Whatcom County WA - Christina Reeves LEED for Existing Buildings (Closed) Thursday, June 26 2008 - 2:00pm – 4:00pm Eastern The LEED for Existing Buildings (LEED-EB) Rating System helps building owners and operators measure operations, improvements and maintenance on a consistent scale, with the goal of maximizing operational efficiency while minimizing environmental impacts. LEED for Existing Buildings addresses whole-building cleaning and maintenance issues (including chemical use), recycling programs, exterior maintenance programs, and systems upgrades. In addition to county case studies, this webinar will cover: Costs and benefits of LEED-EB certification How to incorporate LEED-EB into strategic energy management or facility upgrade plans Tools and resources available to assist your county in the process Presentations: Ada County ID - Selena O'Neal Audio Presentation BOMA International - Transwestern - Al Skodowski Green Government Initiative - LEED EB State of California Department of General Services - Jeff Henninger US Green Building Council - Melissa Gallagher Rogers

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