2017 Meetings
Green Infrastructure Meeting
November 1, 2017
Solar & Energy Efficiency Meeting
October 17, 2017
Sustainability Series Presentation
September 21, 2017
Steering Committee Meeting
September 21, 2017
Show Me the Money! Grant Workshop
September 13, 2017
- Presentation by Ann Marie Hess (Annmarie.Hess@asu.edu), Research Advancement Manager, Global Institute of Sustainability and Innovation
- Grant Workshop Presentation
- Review Exercise
- NSF PI Check List
- Funding Opportunities
Steering Committee Meeting
August 9, 2017
Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
June 20, 2017
- Using Sunshine to Power Arizona’s Water Future (Presentation) by Janet Bunchman, AZ Water Association
- Using Sunshine to Power Arizona’s Water Future (Article) by Janet Bunchman, AZ Water Association, and Daniela Panfil, Engineer in Training and Assistant Engineer at Hazen and Sawyer
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
May 4, 2017
- Desert Landscaping Guide by Luana Vargas, Program Director of Adult Education at the Desert Botanical Garden
- Desert Landscaping Guide Overview
SCN and SOS Open House: Engaging with Cities Luncheon
April 28, 2017
- Meeting Introduction Slides and Background
- Waste Diversion, St. Mary’s Food Bank Alliance by Rachael Rosenstein, James Sponsler, James Spearman, and Whitney Love for SOS 593
- Sustainable Neighborhoods for Happiness, City of Tempe by Beth Ann Morrison, Erica Berejnoi Bejarano, and Rabekha Siebert for SOS 498/594
- Green Infrastructure, City of Phoenix by Mike Schwartz, Zachary Muncy, Alison Almand, Shizuki Goto, and Matt Burmeister for SOS 321
- Waste Diversion, City of Scottsdale Curt Klepper, Steve Latino, Olaya Reyes, Haley Daily, and Conrad Bavousett for SOS 321
Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
April 11, 2017
Steering Committee Meeting
March 15, 2017
- Adaption Implementation: Chicago Climate Action by Joyce Coffee, President of Climate Resilience Consulting
- City Climate Risk by Joyce Coffee, President of Climate Resilience Consulting
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
March 9, 2017
- Shade Tree Prioritization Map: Planning Analysis by Wolfgang Grunberg & Alix Rogstad Relevant links:
- Shade Tree Planting Prioritization project page with downloadable files (Report, Atlas) and links to interactive maps and a GIS data download
- Arizona Urban Tree Map project pages (urban tree inventory guide, tree ID guides, state-wide urban tree cover estimates, tree benefit reports for submitted inventories, interactive maps, etc.)
- Urban and Community Forestry projects page
Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
March 7, 2017
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
January 12, 2017
- HEINEKEN USA Tree and Shade Master Plan Presentation by Mark Nordstrom, On-Premise Manager for Heineken Phoenix
- City of Glendale Water Conservation Programs for HOAs and Businesses by Joanne Toms, Environmental Program Manager for the City of Glendale
- Glendale’s Habitat Garden Education Program by Anne Stahley, Water Conservation Specialist for the City of Glendale
2016 Meetings
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
December 1, 2016
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
November 29, 2016
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
September 13, 2016
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
August 24, 2016
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
August 9, 2016
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
May 19, 2016
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
May 5, 2016
- Roadside Pollinator Habitats by Kris Gade, ADOT
- Planting for Pollinators by Kim Pegram, Desert Botanical Garden
Solar Powering Your Community Workshop
April 12, 2016
- City of Tempe’s Renewable Energy Program by Grace Kelly
- Trends in AZ and Across the U.S. that have implications for the future of the solar industry by Lee Feliciano
- Solar Powering Your Community: Addressing Soft Costs and Barriers by representatives from the Department of Energy
SCN Best Management Practices & Greenbuilding Workgroup Meeting
March 30, 2016
Presentations by Jonce Walker and Chris Starkey, Terrapin Bright Green
Regional Tree and Shade Summit, 2.0
March 9, 2016
Specs & Standards Subworkgroup Meeting
March 2, 2016
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
February 24, 2016
- Secrets to Success in Funding Stormwater/Green Infrastructure Projects by Sara Konrad
- ADEQ Water Quality Improvement Grant Program by Samuel “Jake” Breedlove
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
February 9, 2016
For more information on SCN or to become a part of this growing Network, contact Anne Reichman.
2015 Meetings
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
December 3, 2015
- WMG Phoenix Green Infrastructure/LID Projects by Ryan Wood
- Tall Pot Tree Nursery Program by Harry Cooper
Best Management Practices Workgroup Meeting
November 18, 2015
Best Management Practices Workgroup Meeting
October 20, 2015
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
October 1, 2015
Northern Arizona Meet&Greet Luncheon and Steering Committee Meeting
September 23, 2015
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
September 15, 2015
- State of Arizona Contract for Solar Energy Systems by Jennifer Wenger, Arizona Department of Administration
- Solar Project for CAP Canals and Waste Management–SINGULAR by Lorena Suarez, Living Earth Ecological Institute
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
June 23, 2015
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
June 18, 2015
Best Management Practices Workgroup Meeting
May 20, 2015
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
May 19, 2015
- Crafting Low-Cost Ordinances to Promote Solar Energy Growth by Troy Rule, Sandra Day O’Connor College of Law
- Energy Policy Innovation Council (EPIC) Update by Edward Burgess, EPIC
Best Management Practices Workgroup Meeting
April 30, 2015
- Sustainable Neighborhoods for Happiness
- See the full presentation:
School of Sustainability Open House: Engaging With Cities Luncheon
April 30, 2015
- SOS 321: Policy and Governance in Sustainable Systems, Spring 2015 Projects
- Introduction to SOS 498/594: Urban Sustainability Best Practices/Case Studies, Student Work
- SOS 498/594: Urban Sustainability Best Practices/Case Studies, Student Work
Joanna Nadeau, Audubon International
April 23, 2015
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
April 16, 2015
Presentations: Low Impact Development Toolkit
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
March 10, 2015
Presentation
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
February 4, 2015
Presentations
- Project Desert Canopy, Growing a Healthier Community by Richard Adkins, City of Phoenix and Alix Rogstad, Arizona State Forestry
- Student Coursework and Local Government Partnerships, by Nalini Chhetri, School of Sustainability
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
January 29, 2015
Presentation
American Meterological Society Exclusive Session for Communities on Extreme Weather
January 8, 2015
Notes and Biographies
Presentations
2014 Meetings
Best Practices and Green Building Workgroup Meeting
November 19, 2014
Presentation
Solar and Energy Efficiency Meeting
November 4, 2014
Presentations
- APS Incentives for Water and Wastewater Treatment and Distribution Facilities by Blaine Miller, Lincus Inc.
- Water Energy Partnership in Arizona (WEPA) by Lisa Henderson, Governor’s Office of Energy Policy
Tempe Sister Cities Meeting
October 10, 2014
Presentation
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
October 2, 2014
Presentation
SCN Statewide Meeting: “Building a Sustainable Future, One Community at a Time”
September 23, 2014
Presentations
- Connected Communities are Sustainable Communities: Lessons from ‘The Arizona We Want’ Project,” By Lattie Coor, Chairman & CEO, The Center for the Future of Arizona
- Strong Communities: Promoting Health by Influencing Policy” by C.J. Hager, Associate Director of Community Health Policy, St. Luke’s Health Initiative
- “The Path to a Green City: Lessons from Vancouver” by Mark Hartman, Chief Sustainability Officer, City of Phoenix
- “Sustainability Storytelling: Achieving Success through Engaging Narratives” by Park Howell, President, Park&Co
- Small Group Notes
Best Management Practices/Green Building Workgroup Meeting
August 20, 2014
Presentation
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
August 14, 2014
Presentation
Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
June 17, 2014
Presentation
- Energy Policy Innovation Council (EPIC) – AZ Department of Revenue Solar Property Tax Issue
- Local Government Energy Policy Database Project
May 13, 2014
Presentation and Video
- Governor’s Office of Energy Policy, emPOWER AZ Presentation
- Energy Spark, An introduction to understand Arizona’s complex energy systems.
Faculty Meet & Greet
May 1, 2014
Presentation
Presentation Recordings
February 26, 2014
Presentations
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
April 1, 2014
Arizona State Forestry Service
Presentation
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
March 27, 2014
City of Tempe South Water Treatment Plant
Presentation
Best Management Practices/Green Building Workgroup Meeting
February 26, 2014
Wrigley Hall, Room 481
Presentations
- Tucson’s STAR Experience, the Rating Versus the Framework, by Leslie Ethen City of Tucson
- Introduction to the STAR Community Index, by Bob Goff, City of Chandler
Solar and Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
January 14, 2014
Decision Center for a Desert City, Conference Room 175
Presentations
2013 Meetings
Green Infrastructure Workgroup Meeting
November 21, 2013
The Orchid House, 2nd Floor Conference Room
Presentations
- i-Tree, Tools for Assessing and Managing Community Forests by Richard Adkins, City of Phoenix
- State Forestry Perspective: Trunk, Branches, Twigs and Roots by Alix Rogstad, Arizona State Forestry
Sustainable Cities Network’s Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meetings
October 15, 2013
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall, Room 401
Presentation
September 10, 2013
Avondale City Hall
Presentations
August 13, 2013
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly GIOS building) Rm. 401
Presentation
May 21, 2013
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly GIOS building) Rm. 401
Presentation
Arizona Chapter, American Planning Association
Friday September 27, 2013, 10:30AM-11:45AM
Annual 2013 Conference, Scottsdale, AZ
Presentation:
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices and Green Building Workgroups
Wednesday September 18, 2013
ASU SkySong, Room 201
Presentation:
Wednesday November 28, 2012
Papago Park Military Reserve
Presentation
Wednesday May 23rd, 2012
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly GIOS building), Rm. 401
Presentation
- A Case Study of Organizational Effectiveness: ICLEI’s Role in Arizona
- For more information on SustainabilityConnect, visithttps://sustainabilityconnect.asu.edu
Cultivating Green Infrastructure: Challenge to Action- Codes, Communication, & Collaboration
March 20, 2013
The Pueblo Grande Museum
Presentations
LID Basics and Beyond: Low Impact Development Trends in the Southwest Workshop Resources
February 5, 2013
Glendale Public Library
Presentations
- Brad Lancaster, Regenerative Rights-of-Way: Local Harvests and Enhancements in Our Community Commons
- Eileen Dunn, LID and MS4 Stormwater Permit Nexus
- Kimberly Brewer, Implementing Existing LID Tools for the Community and Region
- Jenna Cleveland, Water Resources Research Center: Utility Guide to Rainwater and Stormwater Harvesting
- James DeRoussel, Community Based Green Infrastructure in Arizona’s Public Rights-of-Way
- Grant McCormick, LID Examples in Public Settings
- Tom Kaczmarowski, Permeable/Porous Pavement
- Richard Adkins, The Urban Forest Resource: A Critical Component of Developing Sustainable Infrastructure and Healthy Living
2012 Meetings
Sustainable Cities Network Fall 2012 Regional Meeting
September 25, 2012
The Mesa Arts Center
Presentations
- Steve Banta, CEO, ValleyMetro, “Make Transit Happen”
- Shannon Scutari, Sustainable Communities Collaborative
- Nalini Chhetri, The Center for Integrated Solutions to Climate Challenges
- Dan O’Neil, Patricia Reiter, Rob and Melani Walton Sustainability Solutions Initiatives
Sustainable Cities Network Water Resources Workgroup
September 5, 2012
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Decision Center for a Desert City
Presentation
- Dave White, WaterMatch Development, Evaluation, Research and Policy Dialogue
- Tom McClean, Scenario Planning
Sustainable Cities Network Water Resources Workgroup
Thursday, March 29th, 2012
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly GIOS building), Rm. 401
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Green Infrastructure Workgroup
Wednesday, March 7th, 2012
City of Phoenix Encanto Park Boat House
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Regional Meeting
Wednesday, January 25th, 2012
Historic A.E. England Building, downtown Phoenix
Presentations:
- Sustainable Cities Network Update by Anne Reichman
- ASU’s Next Steps Towards Greater Sustainability by Dr. Nicholas Brown
- Making the Most of Your Sustainability Intern by Sada Gilbert
- Inside Las Vegas’Sustainability Program by Jeff Dix
Jeff Dix, City of Las Vegas Additional Information
- Additional Presentation Information
- City of Las Vegas Recycling Summary
- Resolution Adopting a Sustainable Energy Strategy
- Sustainable Energy Strategy
Sustainable Cities Network’s Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting
Thursday, January 19th, 2012 10:00am-noon
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly GIOS building), Rm. 401
Presentation
2011 Meetings
Sustainable Cities Network Water and Wastewater Workgroup Meeting
November 3, 2011
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly Global Institute of Sustainability)
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices Workgroup Meeting
October 19, 2011
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly Global Institute of Sustainability)
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices Workgroup Meeting
September 28, 2011
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly Global Institute of Sustainability)
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Water & Wastewater Workgroup Meeting
August 31, 2011
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Wrigley Hall (formerly Global Institute of Sustainability)
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices & Green Building Joint Workgroup Meeting
June 22, 2011
Phoenix City Hall
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Solar & Energy Efficiency, Best Practices & Green Building Joint Workgroup Meeting & Presentation
January 20, 2011
Chandler City Hall
Presentation
Sustainable Cities Network Solar Finance Subcommittee Meeting & Presentation
January 13, 2011
ASU’s Tempe Campus, Global Institute of Sustainability
Presentation
2010 Meetings
Sustainable Cities Network Water & Wastewater Workgroup Meeting & Presentations
November 3, 2010
City of Avondale Municipal Operations Service Center (MOSC)
Presentations
- Jason Fitzpatrick – Environmental Compliance Tracking Software by Intelex, Inc.
- Bryan Cooper, Water/Wastewater Treatment Systems Integrator – City of Scottsdale Information Access Systems (IAS)
Sustainable Cities Network Fall Valleywide Meeting and Tessera Solar Facility Tour
October 20, 2010
Rio Vista Recreation CenterCity of Peoria
Meeting Agenda and Presentations
- Final Agenda
- Sustainable Cities Network and Workgroup Updates
- Tom Huetteman, Associate Director for the Waste Division –
EPA Region 9 Sustainability Priorities & Resources
- Braden Kay & Lauren Withycombe, ASU GIOS/SOS, and Tricia Games, City of Phoenix –
Anticipatory Governance for Sustainability: What Is It and Why Should My City Be Considering It?
, Part I | Part II - Municipal Breakout Questions/Discussions
Lunch Presentation
Tessera Solar Facility Tour
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices Workgroup Meeting & Presentation
August 18, 2010
City of Goodyear City Hall
Presentations
Maricopa County Green Government Program – Update on Version 2.0
Sustainable Cities Network Solar & Energy Efficiency Workgroup Meeting & Presentations
August 10, 2010
ASU Global Institute of Sustainability
Presentations
Solar Townhall Forums & Solar Outreach Efforts – What’s Working?
- Jason Crampton, City of Chandler
- Tim Rinesmith, Gilbert Town Council Representative
- Scott Bouchie, City of Mesa
Small Scale Solar Projects – What Are Examples and Creative Uses for Small Solar Projects?
- Casey Turgeon, Gila River Indian Community
- Mitch Jordan, City of Scottsdale (Solar powered cooled drinking fountain)
- Bonny Bentzin, ASU Sustainable Business Practices (Solar compactors)
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices Workgroup Meeting
June 16, 2010
Salt River Pima Maricopa Indian Community, Two Waters Complex
Presentations
Sustainable Cities Network Spring Valleywide Meeting and Sustainable Code Development Workshop
May 12, 2010
Mesa Arts Center
Meeting Agenda and Presentations
- Final Agenda
- Sustainable Cities Network and Workgroup Updates
- Greening Transportation–Electric Vehicle (EV) Project Update
- ICLEI USA: Local Climate & Sustainability Action
- Overview of Sustainable Codes
Lunch Presentations
Sustainable Code Development Workshop
- Saving the World Through Zoning: The Sustainable Community Development Code
- Laying the Foundation for Sustainable Code: The Sustainable Plan
Sustainable Cities Network Best Practices Workgroup Meeting& Integrated Pest Management (IPM) Presentation
Wednesday, April 28, 2010 Phoenix City Hall, 14th Floor, 14 West conference room 200 West Washington Street, Phoenix, AZ 85003
Presentations
Sustainable Cities Network Energy Audit & Performance Contract:Municipal Discussion & Panel
February 25, 2010
ASU’s Decision Center for a Desert City
Municipal Panelists & Presentations
- Jonce Walker, Maricopa County – Maricopa County Green Government Program
- Neil Urban , Maricopa County – Energy Partnership: Promoting Fiscal Responsibility, Environmental Stewardship and County Employee Well-Being: Investment Grade Utilities Audit
- Nicole Woodman, City of Flagstaff – Flagstaff Sustainability Program: Working Toward Community Sustainability
- David Brixen, Arizona State University
- Robert “Bob” Goff, City of Chandler – City of Chandler Municipal Department: Efforts Regarding Energy Audits
2009 Meetings
Sustainable Cities Network Street Light Technology Presentation and Municipal Panel Discussion
December 9, 2009
Tempe Transportation Center
Meeting Agenda
Municipal Panelists
- Craig Blum, City of Mesa
- Jeremy Dye, City of Scottsdale
- John Osgood, City of Tempe
- Ernie Encinas, City of Tucson
Sustainable Cities Network Valleywide Meeting
September 16, 2009 Tempe Campus
Meeting Agenda
Best Management Practices for Communities
- Learning From Each Other: A Comprehensive Survey of Sustainability Practices
- Sam’s Club Sustainability Initiatives
- Presentation by Bonnie Bentzin
- Transitioning Airport Sustainable Planning, Design & Construction Guidelines for Municipal Use
Lunch Presentations
Communicating Sustainablity to Residents, Staff & Management/Council
- Getting the Message Across: Maricopa County Sustainability
- Creating and Managing Sustainability for a Municipality
- Communicating Sustainability to Your Residents
Sustainability & the Neighborhood Stabilizing Program
Solar Workgroup
May 20, 2009 Tempe, AZ
Presentations
- All the Power to Purchasing: Buying Solar Power through Power Purchase Agreements
- Arizona State University: A Leader in Solar, by Bonny Bentzen
- ASU’s Solar: Lessons Learned, by Robert W. Vandling
SCN Kickoff Meeting
February 25, 2009 Tempe, AZ
Agenda
Pertinent Documents
Presentations
- Introduction by Jim Holway, Global Institute of Sustainability, Arizona State University
- Brainstorm List Session by Tammy Perkins, City of Phoenix
- Solar Working Group Activities by Scott Bouchie, City of Mesa, and Anthony Floyd, City of Scottsdale
- Best Practices Project Activities by Nicole Dailey, City of Maricopa, and Scott Chesney, City of El Mirage
SCN Solar Workshop
February 25, 2009 Tempe, AZ
Agenda
Pertinent Documents
Presentations
- Solar Technology and the Future by George Maracas, Global Institute of Sustainability, ASU
- ASU’s Solar Installations by Bonny Bentzin, Global Institute of Sustainability, ASU
- The Challenges in Getting Solar Started in Your Community by Harvey Bryan, School of Architecture and Landscape Architecture, ASU
- Solar Financing and Options by Lee Feliciano, CarbonFree Technology