Identify and facilitate the creation of full blocks in Oakland to showcase green building. These "green blocks" would provide visible, marketable examples that show Oakland is actually doing and supporting green projects, not just talking about it.  The initiative would start with commercial blocks, then expand to residential blocks, leading to entire green neighborhoods.  As a pilot, Brandywine Realty Trust is exploring the possibility of developing the first “Green Block” in downtown Oakland, with a goal to make a replicable model that could be duplicated for other blocks throughout Oakland.  The green block would combine Center 21’s new green building with a green retrofit of an existing commercial property and be a visible, iconic showcase of Oakland’s green building talent and commitment to sustainability.  Brandywine and local green building consultants hope to become a pilot for PG&E’s Sustainable Communities program.

Champions: Mikiten Architecture; Brandywine Realty Trust