Green California Summit Kicks Off April 7
SACRAMENTO, Calif. — California’s efforts to combat climate change and grow a vibrant economy that will sustain both present and future generations will be highlighted at the upcoming Green California Summit in Sacramento April 7-8.
Through a program of education sessions, pre-summit training and an expo featuring scores of green products and services, the summit will highlight the wide range of policies, programs, strategies and technologies that are being actively implemented to preserve the state’s natural resources.
Randy Meyers has joined HOK’s San Francisco practice as senior vice president and leader of the office’s engineering group. With 35 years of experience across a wide variety of project types, Meyers will be responsible for overall leadership and management of the office’s engineering disciplines.
AUSTIN, Texas — With minimal rain, commercial water consumers are prompted to implement innovative ways to conserve water, but it can be difficult to know how to start the process without a water expert on staff. 
WASHINGTON — California is the nation’s leader in solar energy, according to a new report from the Washington, D.C.-based Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA).
Amanda Loper, AIA LEED AP, has been promoted to principal at David Baker Architects (DBA) of San Francisco. Loper first joined DBA in 2006 and has since worked on a variety of affordable housing, market-rate housing and commercial projects. Currently, she is consulting for the city of San Francisco to craft a density bonus program and is designing the Hunters View Block 10 project.