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Josh Dickinson, GREEN, took an indirect route to the real estate industry. It included getting a degree in environmental engineering and an MBA.
 
After stints in other careers, including academic fundraising and environmental engineering jobs focused on water issues, he realized he wanted something else: autonomy, work that aligned with his values, and a career where he could make an impact on improving the environment.

There is an old saying in business: always follow the money. These days, there’s a lot of money making its way into the proptech space through doors labeled “ESG,” “Climate Tech,” and “the Inflation Reduction Act.” In 2022, $195 Billion in equity transactions was invested in companies whose products and services address climate change. Globally, governments and investors have committed $1.1 Trillion to investments of various kinds to mitigate climate change.

When Jo Cusi, GREEN, was getting ready to list a Pittsburg, CA, house in May, she wanted to highlight its green features to give it a marketing edge.
 
Initially, she considered just including the green features in the MLS description.

The National Association of REALTORS®’ 2023 Community & Transportation Preferences Survey offers stats and insight you can use to zip up your fall marketing materials and bolster your argument that walkability matters.

Joshua Dickinson is the 2023 EverGreen Award winner. 

2023 marks the 15th year that Green Designees have been honored for 
their commitment to advancing green industry practices and using their skills and knowledge to enhance their communities.