It’s been nearly a year since the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) announced the closing of registration for LEED v3 projects. If you (or your team) have hesitated to jump into a new project for fear of the complicated documentation that often comes with new standards, fear no more. At least if you are in California.

The City of San Jose has a new LEED certified building to celebrate. The 422,863 SF mixed-use project offers two 12-story residential towers over commercial space, with a podium level pool and gym.

Beth, a LEED Green Associate, brings her considerable expertise in marketing and client outreach to the In Balance Green Consulting team. When she's not producing first-class presentations and managing proposals, you might find her bravely immersed in LEED documentation, Cal Green code, and keeping up on the latest Zero Net Energy trends.

The California Department of Transportation (Caltrans) in San Luis Obispo has recently been awarded LEED Gold certification.