Melink Newsletter

ChuckLohreMelink Corporation

On Friday April 26th, 2013 Cedarville University will dedicate its large-scale solar power system that converts sunlight into clean electricity to help meet the growing power requirements of the campus. The 2,154 kilowatt solar array was built on the southwest edge of the campus by Cincinnati-based Melink Corporation, which was also responsible for the development, engineering, construction, and operation of the system.

Since the completion of the installation, power has been flowing directly into the University’s distribution system. This energy is capable of supplying an average of 10% of Cedarville University’s demand, making it the largest solar system directly connected to a university in Ohio.

“Melink is proud to serve as the developer for this very significant solar array,” said Steve Melink, the President of Melink Corporation. “We would also like to acknowledge our partners: U.S. Bancorp, Union Bank & Trust Company, DP&L Energy, Yellow Springs Renewable Energy, TMI Electric, and the Village of Cedarville, who provided tremendous support. It is our hope that this success will inspire other schools and universities to consider clean and affordable renewable energy solutions.”

LEED Tax Abatement for Homes and Commercial Building Projects in Cincinnati presentation in Chicago

ChuckLohreCity of Cincinnati, LEED Certification Documentation

Greening The Heartland, City of Cincinnati LEED Presentation in Chicago Monday, September 9th 11:00 AM to 12:00 PM Session Code: GM12, Learn more and register. Since 2006, Cincinnati’s LEED tax abatement program has resulted in the rehabilitation or construction of 164 LEED-certified buildings, including three Platinum, 23 Gold, and 77 Silver certifications. Last December, the City Council passed an ordinance …

We’re greener than we seem

ChuckLohreCincinnati.com

Greater Cincinnati is on the leading edge of the green movement – maybe not in showy ways like curbside composting or light rail, but in the green you don’t see.

Cincinnati is the largest city in the country to get all of its electricity from alternative energy sources, and it has the third-most homes certified under the U.S. Green Business Council’s Leadership in Engineering and Design standards. The region is also a leader in LEED-certified schools.

“This is a happening place,” said Brewster Rhoads, executive director of the Green Umbrella. “We’re turning Mark Twain’s adage on its head. In many ways we are 10 years ahead, particularly compared to other Midwest cities.”

News: ReSource, Non-Profit Organization Help, Rolls Out Two New Programs

ChuckLohreOne Source Center for Nonprofit Excellence, ReSource Non-Profit Organization Help

Join ReSource on Wednesday, May 15, for hors d’oeuvres and drinks as it unveils two new programs to help further its mission of helping area non-profits.

ReSource is hosting the launch party to introduce the community to a room makeover program and Event Décor Rentals by ReSource, an event rental program.

“We invite the community to join us on May 15 for a big reveal,” said Molly Lohr, ReSource executive director. “We are renovating our showroom so that we can showcase our new event rental program. During the launch party, our guests will see all our rental items on display and will also get to preview our makeover designs. Our all-volunteer design teams will feature mock-ups and renderings of the room remodels that they are planning for two of our member non-profits.”

The 43rd CINCINNATI EARTH DAY CELEBRATION: “ONE EARTH, ONE CHANCE”

ChuckLohreEarth Day, Green Cincinnati Education Advocacy

What: This free, family-friendly event hosted by the Greater Cincinnati Earth Coalition and the Environmental Protection Agency, will feature live music, a children’s puppet show and parade, the 3rd-8th grade student recycled costume contest and fashion show and presentation of the 2013 Environmental awards recognizing individuals and organizations who demonstrate environmental stewardship. There will also be over 75 vendors and exhibitors offering earth-friendly products and interactive environmentally educational activities.

SolarQue, Solar Powdered BBQ, Still awaiting our KickStarter Launch

ChuckLohreGo Sun Solar Stoves, Go Sun Stove, SolarQue

We are working hard to launch the SolarQue in April, so hold on to your horses and hor d’oeuvres. The SolarQue is going into larger scale production very soon. We will be taking Pre-Orders through KickStarter.com in just a couple weeks. The SolarQue will need to meet a campaign goal of about $40K to take this next step – we will need your help supporting the totally tubular cooking revolution.

ReSource is here to help you get what you need for your non-profit organization

ChuckLohreOne Source Center for Nonprofit Excellence, ReSource Non-Profit Organization Help

Whether you are launching a new program or just need to replace a broken chair we are here to help you get what you need for your organization. Our 23,500 sq. ft. warehouse in Sharonville, OH is packed with great inventory thanks to today’s donor Fifth Third Bank

Below is a sample of items that we have on hand.

If you want to order something on today’s flyer please call us at 513.554.4944.

ReSource is located at 3610 Park 42 Drive, Sharonville, OH.

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. until 4:15 p.m.

Susan Ingmire, President of Ignite Philanthropy Advisors and Jim Yunker, President & CEO of Smith Beers Yuker & Company team up to present LEADership Development: Members Sit, Leaders LEAD at ReSource’s May 8 Building Blocks for Non-Profits. Learm more @ http://resourceweb.org/pdf/0513-leadership-development-seminar.pdf.

Green Marketing – How to make your plant LEED Platinum Certified.

ChuckLohreGreen Building Marketing, Green Marketing & Media Coalition, Volkswagen

Volkswagen ‘Greened’ its Chattanooga Assembly Plant

A recent visit to CASTEXPO 2013 in St. Louis encouraged us to investigate what it would take to make a foundry LEED Platinum. A VW ad on 60 Minutes gave us the inspiration.

From the VW press release, “Volkswagen’s Chattanooga manufacturing plant has received a platinum certification from the U.S. Green Building Council’s (USGBC) Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED®) green building certification program. The facility is the first and only automotive manufacturing plant in the world to receive the Platinum certification.”

With planning and a corporate education plan, high levels of Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) can be achieved. LEED was created by the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) in 1993 to encourage sustainable building practices. The USGBC is a non-governmental organization. It has become accepted as the sustainable building certification standard by the U.S. Government. All government buildings are required to be LEED Certified. LEED is based on a 100-credit system and broken up into five categories: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy and Atmosphere, Materials and Resources, and Indoor Environment Quality.

Earth Day Registration Ends March 16

ChuckLohreEarth Day, Greater Cincinnati Earth Coalition

Cincinnati’s 43rd Annual
Earth Day Celebration
April 20, 2013

Cincinnati’s 43rd Annual Earth Day celebration is noon to 5 p.m., April 20, at Sawyer Point, rain or shine.

Registration is open but will end on March 16 so hurry up and register if you have not already. Don’t be the one that is left out.

Details for exhibitors/vendors and registration is available on the Cincinnati Earth Day website. You can also register my mailing the Earth Day Registration Form.

Things First Time Managers Should Know, besides ReSource Helps Non-Profits

ChuckLohreOne Source Center for Nonprofit Excellence, ReSource Non-Profit Organization Help

Whether you are launching a new program or just need to replace a broken chair we are here to help you get what you need for your organization. Our 23,500 sq. ft. warehouse in Sharonville, OH is packed with great inventory thanks to today’s donor U. S. Bank.

Below is a sample of items that we have on hand. Call us at 513.554.4944 if you have questions or visit the agency at 3610 Park 42 Drive, Sharonville, OH.

Hours: Monday through Friday 8:30 a.m. until 4:15 p.m.

April’s Building Blocks seminar focusing on Things First Time Managers Should Know is filling up fast. Find out more at www.resourceweb.org/seminars.asp. Register today!