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Summer 2007

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Greendatabase.org has submitted a proposal tohelp promote the New Jersey Clean Energy Programs.The education of our children about thebenefits of using renewable energy alternatives, energy efficiency and Energy Star to reduce CO2
emissions which, in turn are causing negative climate impacts as documented by the UNEP, (United Nation Environment Programme, 2007 “Building Climate Change Status, Challenges and Opportunities).

Terracycle Bottle Brigade Program

Terracycle produces all-natural, all-organic plant food, potting soil, liquid fertilizer, and deer repellent. These products are made from waste (worm poop or casting) and packaged in old soda bottles. Greendatabase will collect 20 oz. soda bottles from local schools, churches, shops, etc. where boxes or containers will be put aside for collection. In return, Terracycle will donate $0.05 per bottle to the organization.

Green Roof Project

Green roofs consist of a green space created by adding layers of growing medium (soil) and plants on top of a traditional roofing system. They replace the vegetated footprint that was destroyed
during construction. Green roofs promise to become an increasingly important option for building owners by providing, among other things, energy efficiency, a longer roof life and sound insulation. At Greendatabase.org students will be involved in the design and construction process of a green roof at the Sowinski Sullivan Architects office. The project is intended to promote green roof research, education, and technology to understand the impacts of green roofs in the environment and community.

IDP Community Service

NCARB requires architects who are enrolled in the Intern Development Program (IDP) to volunteer their time for a total of 10 units of training which equal 80 hours of service. Greendatabase. org gives all of these interns the opportunity
to engage in research that is greatly needed for the architecture community.

Greendatabase.org is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council

For membership with greendatabase.org and the U.S. Green Building Council email us at: info@greendatabase.org

Meet the Board

Frank Belardo, CECM
Frank Belardo is a managing partner of Phoenix Environmental Technology, LLC (PET). PET is an innovator and leaders in mobile on-site solvent recycling and waste management services. Mr. Belardo is a graduate of Rutgers University.

Felix McIntyre, CPA
Felix McIntyre is a certified public accounted and owner of McIntyre and Company. He graduated with a Bachelor of Accounting from St. Francis University. He has over 35 years in preparing tax
returns and expert witness in accounting litigation. Mr. McIntyre continues to enhance his profession with the continuation of various graduate and CPA courses.

Robert B. Nicholson, III
Robert Nicholson is president and CEO of Eastern Propane Corporation in Oak Ridge, New Jersey, a regional propane distribution company offering gas, installation and repair of appliance and equipment for commercial and residential
applications. Mr. Nicholson was educated at Florida Southern College with a Bachelor of Science Degree in Business Management.

Marby Senker
Marby Senker has a Masters in Social Work from West Virginia University and is a licensed Graduate Social Worker. She has over 15 years of clinical experience as a social worker specializing in care for the elderly. She is the source of Greendatabase.org’s information on consumer products.

Suzanne Sowinski, AIA, LEED-AP
Suzanne Sowinski a principal at Sowinski Sullivan Architects. Ms. Sowinski has over 20 years experience in the field of architecture. She graduated from New York Institute of Technology with a Bachelor of Architecture. Currently she is
enrolled in a Sustainable Design program at Boston Architectural College and is a LEED- AP, a title earned from the US Green Building Council

Vision Statement of Greendatages.org

Greendatabase.org is a nonprofit organization focused on improving the environment by educating people through the process of information gathering and sharing about all green related topics. The organization researches, develops and maintains database of green issues, information and solutions for use by building professionals and the general public. The organization will also provide an avenue for architectural students and interns to be involved with research on green/sustainable issues and materials.

Board of Directors

Frank Belardo
Felix Mc Intyre
Rob Nicholson
Marby Senker
Suzanne Sowinski

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