013 // The Green New Deal

Kathryn Exon Smith -

High-profile political leaders around the world have recently been talking more about an economic policy shift on par with FDR’s New Deal of the 1930s — one that also emphasizes the importance of sustainability, broadly under the label of a Green New Deal. What do they mean by this, and what would it look like? Is is realistic, or politically feasible? Why are so many people talking about this idea in 2019?

This salon will explore the growing interest at the intersection of sustainability, politics, and economic policy with a long-time leader in the green building industry.

Marty has been working in the field of sustainability construction for several years, including helping to develop green building standards for the City of San Jose and serving as Past President of the Board of the US Green Building Council Northern California Chapter. Marty is currently Director of Sustainability & Construction at First Community Housing in San Jose.

Text - H.Res.109 - 116th Congress (2019-2020): Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal.
Text for H.Res.109 - 116th Congress (2019-2020): Recognizing the duty of the Federal Government to create a Green New Deal.
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This salon took place March 8, 2019.