Habitat Studio
Architectural design firm specializing in LEED Consulting, Commercial and Residential Architecture, Planning & Engineering, Site Selection & Analysis, Passive Solar Design, Sustainable & Non-Toxic Materials, Green Building Pages, Inc., Strawbale Architecture & Design, Graphic Design, Furniture & Lighting Design, Permaculture Design, Eco-house Designs
T: (805) 544-6075
Jennifer Rennick Green Architecture, Sustainable Design and Energy Consulting
T: (805) 466-4550
RRM Design Group We are a multi-discipline design firm of architects, engineers,
landscape architects, planners and surveyors who create new communities
and revitalized urban areas to parks, trails and open space; civic,
public safety, and commercial spaces. Our designs and our culture
embody sustainability, collaboration, innovation, and execution.
T: (805) 543-1794
San Luis Sustainability Group
San Luis Sustainability Group is a design firm which specializes in green architecture and sustainable planning. Since 1976, we have been responsible for numberous innovative projects.
T: (805) 438-4452
Builders
Cullen Construction Cullen Construction is a custom homebuilder and remodeling contractor with skills and experience in sustainable design and construction practices. Working with clients and architects Cullen Construction offers a personal approach to client support and on-site management of each project. Our attention to detail means that the finished product does the talking on our commitment to craftsmanship and the longevity of everything we build.
T: (805) 550-7639
G.J. Gardner Homes G.J. Gardner Homes is a local home builder with an uncompromised reputation for building premium quality, custom homes. We take pride in being as environmentally friendly as possible in every aspect of construction. We provide families with a streamlined, cost-effective, custom home building experience. In addition to offering over 200 standard home plan designs, G.J. Gardner Homes also welcomes the opportunity to work with you or your architect to design a custom home that fits your personal lifestyle and needs. Our Design Center and Showroom has complete product displays to make choosing your finishes fast and easy.
Semmes & Company, Builders Located on the Central Coast of California, Semmes & Co Builders constructs unique and creatively styled, environmentally-friendly homes. By blending sustainable building and passive solar techniques, as well as the most current green materials and technologies, these homes are durable, energy efficient, and, above all, a delight to live in.
T: (805) 466-6737
Consultants
Elements Inc. (Formerly New Image Technologies) Elements is an interactive agency focused on San Luis Obispo web design. Elements provides enterprise marketing solutions for all sizes of businesses including Fortune 500 companies. From conception and strategy to design and implementation we combine world-class web design services with cutting-edge technology expertise and forward thinking web design strategies to deliver a successful solution for your web design projects.
T: (805) 547-1160
In Balance Green Consulting
In Balance Green Consulting offers energy
analysis and optimization, LEED and other green certification services,
daylight modeling, and building performance verification.
T: (805) 235-6355
Directories
Green Building Pages
Green Building Pages, Inc. is an on-line, sustainable design and decision-making tool for building industry professionals and environmentally and socially responsible consumer. Green Building Pages' mission is to create a clear, concise, public format for communicating comprehensive, current, and transparent information to enable building industry professionals and consumers seeking a healthy, sustainable lifestyle to choose building materials that preserve health, the environment, and whose production and manufacture processes promote social equity and economic sustainability.
T: (805) 544-6075
Solstice Publishing, LLC
Promote. Find. Connect. The Green Directory for Conscious Change and Healthy Living. Making Green Visible! The Central Coast is one of the greenest places in California. The vast rolling hills and endless acres of vineyards give vibrant color and beauty to this area. Residents are more conscious about living greener and healthier. The number of people looking to make more sustainable choices is growing exponentially. Local businesses are changing to meet this need. Who provides solar panels and green building design? Where do you go for a great foot massage? Where can you find natural foods or safe childrens toys? The Solstice Green Directory makes finding sustainable resources easy!
T: (805) 473-5064
Electrical Contractors
Electricraft, Inc.
Family-owned Electricraft Inc, founded in 1984, is based in San Luis Obispo and provides electrical services throughout the central coast. Electricraft provides service for commercial, industrial and residential building during all stages of construction -- from complete electrical for new construction and design/builds to upgrades and tenant improvements. Electricraft understands the necessity for staying up to date, with a LEED AP on staff Electricraft stays current on all emerging technologies and can offer complete lighting efficiency audits and turnkey solar system installations. Let us provide service for all your electrical needs .
(805) 544-8224
Engineering
RRM Design Group We are a multi-discipline design firm of architects, engineers,
landscape architects, planners and surveyors who create new communities
and revitalized urban areas to parks, trails and open space; civic,
public safety, and commercial spaces. Our designs and our culture
embody sustainability, collaboration, innovation, and execution.
T: (805) 543-1794
Wallace Group At Wallace Group, we approach our work from that perspective. We are a community of professionals whose multi-discipline approach includes different divisions--Civil Engineering, Construction Management, Landscape Architecture, Mechanical Engineering, Planning, Public Works Administration, Surveying/GIS and Water Resources--working independently and together in order to provide solutions. We understand how change impacts its surroundings. Therefore, we pay particular attention in determining the best way to achieve change while maintaining the inherent character of a site.
W: www.wallacegroup.us
Finance
The Mortgage House The Mortgage House is proud to be an Energy Star® Partner, and to be able to offer Energy Efficient Mortgages. Energy Star® is a joint program of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). These agencies are helping us all save money and protect the environment through energy efficient products and practices. By partnering with the Energy Star® program, we promote and participate in the financing of homes that meet the EPA and DOE energy efficient standards.
T: (805) 788-4488
Landscape Design and Construction
Madrone Landscapes, Inc. Madrone Landscapes has maintained a 30 year mission of water conservation on the Central Coast through creative landscapes. Sustainable landscape services include: landscape planning and design; hardscape - from matural stone to concrete, wood to straw bale; plant selection - natives and other site-appropriate plant species; edible plantings, vegetable and herb gardens; smart irrigation - efficient, durable low-flow systems; rainwater harvesting and graywater systems; lighting, waterfeatures, patios, fencing; fully licensed and insured; award-winning design and installation. T: (805) 466-6263
Sage Ecological Landscaping Sage Ecological Landscapes is a unique custom landscape company. We design, build and maintain some of the finest residential and commercial gardens and landscapes on the Central Coast. Our clientele celebrate the Central Coast’s exceptionally blessed mild climate and outdoor lifestyle in our garden creations.
Marketing
FILLERUP marketing communications
In this time of increasing job competition, the need for well-written, strategic, implementable marketing communications is greater than ever. Your brand, your product, your service: at first blush, they are only as good as the words used to describe them. FILLERUP marketing communications specializes in helping sustainable-minded small businesses with market research, strategies and implementation. Get the word out.
T: (805) 748-2135
Materials
Green Goods Our friendly and knowledgeable stall will provide you with all the information you need about our products and the philosophy of building green. Our store offers everything from recycled cotten insulation to earth-based plasters. If you can't find it here, we will track it down for you. Stop by our showroom to see our products in action. Please feel free to stop by, call or email us with questions or comments.
T: (805) 543-9900
Hayward The most dependable supplier of products, services, and solutions to the construction market since 1919, Hayward has the solutions for your building needs, large or small. Hayward's EnviroSmart program assists environmentally conscious builders and architects to make the right choices, providing environmentally-preferred building products that are high quality and dependable. HAYWARD IS YOUR BUILDING PARTNER!
T: (805) 543-0825
Pro Source Wholesale Flooring There’s a lot more than just low prices awaiting you at ProSource. When you become a ProSource Member, you can work more efficiently, profitably and successfully since you can count on. Walk through the doors of any ProSource Showroom and you’ll find it’s bigger in size and more diverse in selection than anything you’ve experienced before. Find aisle after aisle of designer area rugs, natural stone floor options for bathrooms, discount ceramic tiles for kitchens and carpet cushions for rec rooms. We guarantee our Members will get the best prices in the marketplace.
T: (805) 781-2657
Plumbing Contractor
Harvey Plumbing Harvey Plumbing Company specializing in Industrial, Commercial, and Residential plumbing. We stock water saving fixtures such as dual flush toilets, low flow shower heads, low flow faucets, and more.
T: (805) 466-4300
Public Utility
Pacific Gas and Electric Company
T: (805) 595-6430
Renewable Energy
Pacific Energy Company
Pacific Energy Company, established in 1980, is the oldest retailer of solar electric products on the Central Coast. Specializing in; Off Grid systems for home, business, ranch, water pumping, RV’s and boats, Grid Tie systems for home or business, and modern Solar Assist hot water systems. We are the local leader in demonstrating and offering clean burning, energy efficient wood or gas Fireplaces, Stoves and Inserts. Experience the best in renewable energy products by visiting our showroom at 2121 Santa Barbara St. in the Historic Railroad District of San Luis Obispo or on line at www.alteryourenergy.com.
T: (805) 544-4700
REC Solar, Inc. REC Solar, Inc. specializes in grid-tied solar electric design and installation, offering the latest technology, state of the art equipment, and financing opportunities for all commercial and residential customers. We maintain a dedicated staff of engineers, designers, and installers to make solar a turnkey solution for our customers. With a focus on quality, professionalism, and services, REC Solar has excelled to become a trusted market leader.
T: (805) 526-9705
Sharpe Solar Energy Systems, Inc.
West coast's leading supplier of environmental solar electric energy solutions. With headquarters in Bakersfield, CA and regional sales & installation in Fresno. For over 27 years Sharpe Solar Energy systems has been installing throughout the state of California.
T: (661) 392-3680
Solarponics Solarponics is the Central Coast's alternative energy pioneer, helping residents achieve energy independence for over 30 years. The longest continually owned and operated solar company in California, Solarponics has been family owned and operated since 1975. We can design, install and service anything from the sublimely simple to complete off-grid living systems. We offer solar electric, solar water heating, radiant flooring, wind energy and solar pool heating. Give us a call today for a free consultation and see why Solarponics is The Bright Alternative.
T: (805) 466-5595
SunPower SunPower designs, manufactures and delivers the planet’s most powerful solar technology broadly available today. As a leader in residential, commercial and large scale solar, SunPower is committed to making renewable energy a vital part of our nation’s energy mix in and beyond the 21st century. SunPower is also the developer of the California Valley Solar Ranch proposed in San Luis Obispo County.
T: (805) 542-9019
Utility Contractors
MGE Underground MGE Underground is a full service utility contractor providing sewer, water, drainage, telecom, electrical and gas construction and rehabilitation services. We work to incorporate environmentally friendly methods into our projects. One example of this is Horizontal Directional Drilling, which can reduce diesel fuel use by up to 70% during construction. We utilize high quality construction methods to ensure system longevity, and we strive to always provide the best overall value to the client. MGE Underground provides “Excellence in Utility Construction”.
T: (805) 238-3510