This morning finds me looking out a hotel window to palm trees and what looks like a sunny Thursday. I’ve left the coast of Maine for Florida and the start of the National Association of Realtors newest continuing ed core course: the Green Designation.
Like most of us, I’m doing my best to “green” myself and my home. CFLs now shine instead of traditional lightbulbs; our old farmhouse is getting an energy efficent facelift; and my old Sequoia SUV is a thing of the distant past. But what about my real estate practice? Are there ways in which I can become more useful to my clients, my community, and hopefully the planet by becoming more societally conscious, sustainable, and knowledgeable?
After nearly nine hours of classroom time yesterday (with another two days to go) my answer is a resounding yes. I realize I’ve just dipped my toe in the Green Pond and that I’m not going to become an expert any time soon. I’m humbled to realize that my carbon footprint is still way too big and that I have alot to learn. But I’m off to a greener start today, a journey I’ll be pleased to share with you.
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