Wildfire Rebuilding Certificate Training & Resource Expo

In the January 2025 LA Wildfires, we experienced one of the worst climate disasters of our time, at a moment when we are seeing these types of wind- and drought-driven wildfire incidents increase in size and scale. We will rebuild and move forward, yet the how and the message we send to those watching around the world, fearing the next disaster will be in their backyard, is incredibly important.

10am-1pm: Rebuilding Certificate Training (Must register separately to attend. Space is limited.)

1pm-4pm: Community Rebuilding Expo

About the Community Expo

Join USGBC-CA and Resilient Palisades as we host approved partner organizations, key community groups, and certified professionals community expo to answer questions and support residents and businesses with resources. If you're interested in tabling, reach out to sarah@usgbc-ca.org.

Resilient Palisades brings together neighbors and local institutions to address the climate and ecological crisis. We are harnessing our collective energy to help build a resilient future for our community and for the city and parkland that surrounds us. Pacific Palisades becomes a national model for post-disaster recovery—rebuilding resilient, regenerative neighborhoods powered by clean energy and electrification. Since the fires, we have developed our ‘Guiding Principles’ for Rebuilding which emphasize an integrative framework (reimagine, regenerate, and rebuild for people, planet, and progress) to mitigate future fire hazards and center resiliency so that our community will withstand and recover quickly from future risks, including fire, heat, drought, sea level rise, etc.

If you are a homeowner or business owner seeking to build a resilient and sustainable home or a professional aiming to enhance your understanding and skillset in sustainable design and building, this event is for you!

About the Training

The Rebuilding Certificate Training is designed to provide direct insight into our Rebuilding Guide and to help you implement best practices in sustainable rebuilding. Spots are limited to the first 25 who are registered at our Learning Center through the link you received upon registration. The training will be taking place before the community expo, from 10am-1pm) in the same location. Register here.

USGBC-CA, with technical support from Arup and our Wildfire Defense Advisory Committee, developed the Wildfire Rebuilding Guide to support those affected by the recent fires in the Los Angeles area. This group of experts in wildfire recovery, sustainable building, and community resilience has identified key early decisions that homeowners and building professionals will face and provides guidance to help them make the best decisions on their pathway to rebuilding. If you are a homeowner, business owner, contractor, architect, urban planner, landscape architect, or resident of a fire-affected community looking to rebuild a resilient and sustainable home or a professional looking to deepen your understanding and skillset in sustainable design and building, this certificate is for you!

This training offers guidance, resources, best practices, materials and other tools designed to support contractors, construction professionals, and landscapers during the post-climate disaster rebuilding process. The goal is to increase the capacity and knowledge around resilient and green building principles and to underscore best practices in high-road contracting. Our goal is to collaborate with partners across our region to provide comprehensive resources and support towards a greener and more resilient future.

About the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide

In collaboration with Arup and dedicated volunteers, we’re proud to introduce the California Wildfire Rebuilding Guide—a comprehensive resource to help communities rebuild with resilience, sustainability, and safety in mind. This guide offers step-by-step support for homeowners, professionals, and recovery teams, ensuring an equitable and informed rebuilding process.

By focusing on climate resilience and long-term well-being, we can create safer, stronger communities for the future. Please share this resource with those who may need it. Together, we will rebuild.

Find more Wildfire Defense Rebuilding Support and Recovery Resources here.

If you are interested in sponsoring this event, please reach out to us at events@usgbc-ca.org for more details!

In Partnership with:

Resilient Palisades

Department of Angels

Sponsored by:

Clean Power Alliance

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