Commitment to building a greener future.

The annual California Building Officials (CALBO) business meeting is always a highlight for our team. We have the opportunity to connect with the jurisdictions we work with frequently and it provides us with an opportunity to learn about the latest innovative solutions being used to meet our state’s low-carbon goals and electrification-building needs. 

CALBO has more than 500 members and this is the 61st year they have held their annual business meeting. This year’s annual meeting was held in San Diego and we were able to meet with officials from across our state as well as changemakers in every vertical. This was the first time our team showcased our education courses available through ID360 Academy. We even give away a few! 

With so many changes happening so rapidly the CALBO Annual Meeting provides us with an opportunity to share our expertise and support many jurisdictions with their climate action goals. Additionally, here are a few of the highlights from our time in San Diego. 

• Congratulations to Chu Chang of the City of San Jose, who was the recipient of the 2022-2023 Building Official of the Year Award. They are a leader in sustainability initiatives and have made significant progress towards achieving their Climate Smart goals. Their work includes decarbonization efforts such as prohibiting natural gas in new construction projects and requiring EV charging infrastructure requirements beyond the statewide CALGreen Code.
• Focus on Climate Action Planning. We heard from many jurisdictions that are focused on acting on the goals within their City’s Climate Action Plan. They are working towards this by developing building and electric vehicle reach codes that support emission reductions, better indoor air quality, and enhanced resiliency. 
• Welcome to the new officers of CALBO! New leadership was introduced during the annual meeting. They hail from all over our state and we are grateful for their commitment to this group.

It is always inspiring to be in one place surrounded by colleagues and leaders in the building-safety community who are dedicated to their work and community. Thank you to the CALBO team for bringing us together and for hosting another great event. 

Menlo Park, CA, March 17, 2023. ID360, a leading sustainability consulting company, announced today their support for the upcoming Women Leaders in Code Enforcement Symposium event. 

The Women Leaders in Code Enforcement focuses on bringing forth some of the industry’s most fierce and dedicated female leaders that have transformed their own professional journey and are committed to paying it forward through mentorship. The annual symposium offers two in-person and virtual tracks and is designed to promote a supportive learning environment for women in the building industry. The Symposium will be held in San Diego, California March 21-23, 2023.

“As a woman-owned business in the sustainability industry I know first-hand how small the network of female leaders is and how challenging it can be to connect with other like-minded women,” said Melanie Jacobson, Principal, and Founder ID360. “Events and organizations like the Women Leaders in Code Enforcement are paving the way for future female leaders in sustainability and driving home the importance of mentorship and support within this community.”

ID360 is joining the Women Leaders in Code Enforcement Symposium as a sponsor and will also be attending to connect with other female industry leaders. The event will feature tracks on working as a public servant, growing your career, and envisioning success. Additional tracks and speakers are being added. ID360 is also in the green education space. In addition to providing green consulting services, their online and on-demand ID360 Academy is designed for working green professionals interested in advancing their careers in areas of LEED, CALGreen, decarbonization, and sustainability. 

For more information or to register for the Women Leaders in Code Enforcement Symposium visit www.wlce.net. To view a full list of courses available through ID360 Academy or learn more about ID360 visit www.id360.green. It’s an exciting time to be a part of the exciting inclusive change. Please show your support for the many Women in our industry that play pivotal roles in the success of building departments nationwide, building code development, and play impactful leadership roles that help guide, mentor, and grow future building and safety industry leaders.

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