Just In! for September 28, 2024

The weekly newsletter of the New York Geothermal Energy Organization (NY-GEO)

Just In! is NY-GEO's weekly news feed for members. See more information on memberships here. If we send you a complimentary copy and you're not a member of NY-GEO, it means we value your role in the transition to renewable heating, but without a membership, please don't count on getting Just In! weekly. For past issues, check out the Just In! Archive available on the NY-GEO.org website.

NY-GEO Members Help Shape Non-Pipeline Alternatives (NPA) Regulations:  NPA’s may hold the key to building decarbonization. When a gas utility seeks to fund the replacement or extension of gas lines, NPA policy can require an evaluation of using the funding to help the residents electrify their homes instead.  The NYS Department of Public Service (DPS) has sought input on a series of questions about how to regulate future NPA projects. NY-GEO’s members have stepped up to the challenge. Under the leadership of Director of Operations John Rath, our Friday “Let's Talk” sessions examined the DPS questions. The resulting document was sent to DPS incorporating written comments from Dandelion, Salas O'Brien, Joanne Coons, Earth Sensitive Solutions, Groundheat, NY-GEO board members, NY-GEO staff and verbal comments from several other "Let's Talk" participants.  Thanks to all who contributed. Link.

City & State Cites Lisa Gomez of L&M Development Partners for Geo Projects – City & State is publicizing a list of Trailblazers in Building and Real Estate, noting one of its honorees has developed several affordable geothermal projects.  “Tackling two challenges facing policymakers – affordable housing and sustainability – L+M Development Partners has marked several milestones and cemented its place as a leader in sustainably built affordable housing under Lisa Gomez. Gomez, an expert in real estate finance with invaluable experience in government as well, was named CEO of the firm in 2022, and has since seen it develop several community-scale and multifamily geothermal projects in affordable housing. She is also a member of the Federal Housing Finance Agency’s Advisory Committee on Affordable, Equitable and Sustainable Housing and chair of the state Dormitory Authority.” Alphabetical listing of Trailblazers in Building and Real Estate at this link.

Lisa Gomez, CEO and Partner, L+M Development Partners

200,000 Claimed IRA Tax Credits on Home Energy Upgrades in NY in 2023 - NYSERDA – “New data from the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) outlines how much American households received in IRA tax credits during 2023 – the first full year the IRA was in effect. In New York State, 189,680 households claimed over $374 million in home energy tax credits on their 2023 federal tax returns. This amounts to roughly $1,972 per household in cost savings on a variety of energy-saving home improvements”, including geothermal heat pumps. Link.

Hydrogen Heating Pilot Scrapped in UK – BBC – “Plans for a Cheshire village (Ellesmere Port) to be used to trial the UK's first hydrogen-powered community have been scrapped after residents objected… It would involve hydrogen boilers being installed in about 2,000 homes. But some residents were uneasy about their natural gas being turned off and replaced with pure hydrogen from 2025. Justin Madders, Labour MP for Ellesmere Port and Neston, said: ‘It is clear that asking people to try experimental new forms of energy consumption for their homes will not work unless basic questions about safety, efficacy and cost can be answered from the start.’ After this article was published a second trial in Redcar was also dropped after citizens objected.” Link.

Ambient Loop District System in London – Peter Wilson – New York Times – “Bankside Yards is using a ‘fifth-generation’ combined heating and cooling network that can balance energy within each building and then between buildings by collecting unwanted heat, say from a refrigerator in a restaurant or a piece of office equipment that needs to be cooled, and carrying that heat to somewhere that needs hot water or domestic heating. Electric-powered heat pumps on building rooftops and in each apartment or commercial space then adjust the temperature of the water by withdrawing or injecting heat into the pipes to provide the heating, cooling and hot water needed in each place.” Link.

City & State on Hochul and Climate Week – Rebecca C. Lewis and Austin C. Jefferson – City & State - “It’s New York City Climate Week, and Gov. Kathy Hochul is being hailed as a 'climate superhero,' even as New York is on track to miss its climate goals, her congestion pricing pause remains divisive and lawmakers and advocates await her signature on the Climate Superfund Act and other legislation.” Link.

California: PG&E Ratepayers to Get Climate Credit on their Bills – Energy Central News - “In October, millions of residential and eligible small business customers will receive the California Climate Credit on their Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) electric bill.  Residential households with an active electric account will receive an electric credit of $55.17, the same amount they received in the spring… The California Climate Credit is a direct result of the state's nation-leading Cap-and-Trade Program that requires polluters to pay for climate pollution.  The bill credit is designed to help utility customers during the transition to a more sustainable future.” Link.

Ruptured Gas Main in the Bronx – “Authorities repaired a ruptured gas main in the Bronx that caused safety concerns and evacuations on Sunday…The FDNY, NYPD and Con Edison crews were all on the scene working to address the issue. More than 100 EMS personnel responded… First responders treated five patients, and transported three of them to area hospitals.” Note: Just In! has been regularly covering gas explosions and safety incidents. Our intention is not to be critical of utilities, whose workers generally do a remarkably good job of keeping communities safe while working with lethal fossil fuels. The intention is to raise awareness of the dangers of heating with fossil fuels when safer, non-polluting alternatives like geothermal heat pumps are available. Link.

Hochul Signs Rate Case Transparency Bill - Luke Parsnow – State of Politics “New York Gov. Kathy Hochul signed a bill into law aimed to increase transparency and accountability in public utility rate changes, she announced Wednesday…. (The) legislation will require the Public Service Commission to publish certain information prior to a major rate change by a public gas or electric utility, explaining why the rate change is requested and a summary of how the proposed revenue will be spent.” Link.



Seattle Offers Heat Pump Rebates – Ysabelle Kempe – Smart Cities Dive - “The city of Seattle announced last week that it’s offering a new $4,000 rebate for moderate-income households to replace their oil heating systems with electric heat pumps.  The rebate means income-qualified residents can access a total of up to $8,000 in support for transitioning to heat pumps, by stacking the new rebate with the city’s existing, non-income-restricted $2,000 instant rebate and a $2,000 federal tax credit.  Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell has set a goal that no homes will be heated with oil by 2030.”  There is no indication from this article where geothermal heat pumps fit with this initiative. Link.

Seattle Mayor Bruce Harrell

Rally at NYPA HQ Demands Public Renewables to Meet Climate Goals – “On Tuesday, September 24, New Yorkers, elected officials, and climate leaders rallied outside the New York Power Authority's (NYPA) headquarters in White Plains to demand that Gov. Kathy Hochul and NYPA CEO Justin Driscoll commit to building 15 gigawatts of renewable energy by 2030 — starting with 5 gigawatts over the next two years as part of NYPA’s upcoming two year strategic plan — to achieve New York’s climate goals.” Link.

Climate Solutions Face Refereendum in Washington State – “Washington residents will see Initiative 2066 on their ballots this fall, a…ballot initiative backed by fossil fuel corporations and powerful special interests in an effort to eliminate key affordability and energy efficiency policy at the state and local level, and experts have raised serious concerns about the potential impacts that the initiative would have on energy bills. The initiative is part of a suite of four initiatives funded by mega millionaire Brian Heywood, which are trying to undo the State’s progress on issues from health care to combating the climate crisis. A broad coalition made up of environmental organizations, affordable housing developers, labor unions, builders, small business owners, and public health advocates has formed to fight this effort and encourage Washington residents to vote ‘no’ on 2066”. Link.

The cities of Kirkland and Vancouver have joined numerous unions and other organizations urging a “no “vote on 2066.

Huge Impact of Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) and Other Federal Acts on Manufacturing – electrify now – Two years after the IRA, the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law, and the CHIPs act were passed, $910 billion in private investments have been announced in domestic manufacturing areas such as semiconductors/electronics and clean-energy. In addition, public investments of $582 billion have been made in infrastructure, such as transportation and EV charging, under the Biden administration. Link.  

Charging Adapters for Other Make Vehicles being Produced in Buffalo Tesla Facility – Simon Alvarez – Teslarati - “Tesla Giga New York may be the company’s most underrated production facility, but the Buffalo-based plant is accomplishing some key goals for the electric vehicle maker Just recently, for example, Tesla announced through its official Tesla Charging account on social media platform X that Giga New York has successfully ramped the production of NACS adapters to 8,000 units per week… NACS adapters are needed for non-Tesla EVs to access compatible Supercharger stalls, so the accessory, at least for some drivers, could determine if they could comfortably travel long distances or not.” Link.

For Details on the Upcoming October NY-GEO Conference in Brooklyn see 2024 10 21 in the Green Events Section Below or Go Directly to the NY-GEO Website. For a list of All the Tracks and Session Titles, updated 2024 09 14, click here.

NY-GEO 2024 Spring Conference - Albany Recordings Available

Access the conference recordings now to stay at the forefront of geothermal advances and drive sustainable change here.

Contractors Corner

Jobs in Geothermal – We're thrilled to extend an invitation to you and your team to be part of NY-GEO’s Jobs in Geothermal initiative at upcoming workforce development events. These job fairs are an opportunity to engage with young minds eager to jumpstart their careers and showcase the opportunities in the geothermal industry. It's a chance to connect with future talent, to inspire and shape the sustainable energy landscape for the geothermal industry.

Be ready to:

• Showcase the diverse career opportunities within your company
• Engage with the next generation of geothermal professionals
• Share your wealth of knowledge and expertise

Join with NY-GEO at these Job Fairs and turn ambition into achievement. Questions? Contact NY-GEO Executive Director Christine Hoffer at christine@ny-geo.org. For more details and to secure your spot, please visit our website.

Blackboards & Borefields: Developing Geothermal Training – The Driller Staff - “In this episode of the Driller Newscast, host Brock Yordy celebrates the successful completion of a pilot training program at HEET in Boston, where seven new geothermal professionals graduated. The episode features an engaging discussion with Angie and Stacy from HEET, who share their experiences and the collaborative efforts that made the training successful. They highlight the importance of safety, professionalism, and the exciting future of geothermal drilling. Tune in to hear inspiring stories, industry insights, and the enthusiasm of the new graduates as they embark on their careers in geothermal drilling.” 20 minute newscast and transcript at this Link.

Stacy Kinnaly, HEET’s Project Executioner (Left) , Brock Yodry (Center), Angie Alberto Escobar, HEET’s Director of Community Gas to Geo (Right)

Climate Updates:

"We know from a recent study that every tenth of a degree in temperature rise that we prevent keeps 140 million of our brothers and sisters in habitable zones on this planet. And nothing has changed my basic conviction about the key: we need to keep building huge movements to finally break the political power of the fossil fuel industry and force the emergency conversion to clean energy." —Bill McKibben

NYC Youth Strike Against Fossil Fuels in Advance of Climate Week - “The Fridays for Future protest called for a focus on ending production of oil, gas and coal at the annual gathering that coincides with the U.N. General Assembly session… ‘We protest because the world hasn’t listened,’ said 17-year-old Fridays for Future activist Lorelai Crean. ‘For years, scientists, activists and people with lived experiences have been sounding the alarm about the climate crisis. Today we walked out of over 25 schools across the city to amplify that alarm. The threat posed to our planet by the fossil fuel industry and climate change has never been clearer.’ ” Link.

Antarctica’s “Doomsday Glacier” – ScienceRecent.com – “Dubbed the ‘Doomsday Glacier,’ Antarctica’s Thwaites Glacier occupies a critical spot in the discussion about climate change and rising sea levels. The looming threat of its collapse could spell disaster, ushering in catastrophic sea level increases that would affect millions worldwide… recent findings released this week unveiled in a study from the Proceedings of the National Academy of Sciences shed new light on this icy giant. These insights not only deepen the understanding of the glacier’s historical behavior but also paint a concerning picture for its future—and for coastlines around the globe.”. Link.

Hochul Considers Bill On Sea Level Rise - – Jack Arpey – Spectrum News – State of Politics - “As climate week convenes in New York City, Gov. Kathy Hochul is considering a bill (A9015 (Cruz)/S8110 (Martinez)) to reconvene the state’s sea level rise task force. The task force would be in charge of updating data and making recommendations for how to best address the issue. The task force was last convened back in 2007 and presented its report in 2010. Those pushing the bill stress that our understanding of climate change and the data available have changed drastically since, and so should the state's strategy… Tyler Taba, director of resilience at the Waterfront Alliance (notes)… ‘We’re a city of 520 miles of coastline but we’re also a state with a lot more coastline and estuaries and rivers that are going to be impacted by default,’ ” Link.

Zillow Introduces Climate Risk Data on for-Sale Listings Across the US – “Zillow® is introducing climate risk data, provided by First Street, the standard for climate risk financial modeling, on for-sale property listings across the U.S.  Home shoppers will gain insights into five key risks—flood, wildfire, wind, heat and air quality—directly from listing pages, complete with risk scores, interactive maps and insurance requirements.  With more than 80% of buyers now considering climate risks when purchasing a home(opens in a new window), this feature provides a clearer understanding of potential hazards, helping buyers to better assess long-term affordability and plan for the future.” Link. 

This Week's Work of Art:

Hot Rocks Geo Has a Theme Song – “Project InnerSpace, in collaboration with musician and songwriter Mike Roberts, singer Will Hammond, Jr., directors Ed Ng and Keoni Mars, and a team of supporting creatives today released a geothermal rock anthem and music video entitled ‘(Our love is) Geothermal‘ that celebrates and elevates abundant, clean geothermal energy as an essential part of the energy mix as we strive to address climate change.” Thanks to Bill Eggertson of Net Zero PLUS for this tip. Link.

Frequent Sources for Just In! briefs:

Green Energy Times

City & State First Read

POLITICO Weekly NY & NJ Energy email)

Canary Media

National Building Electrification Network & Sunstone Strategies



Just in! thanks NY-GEO board member John Ciovacco of Aztech Geothermal for his weekly proofreading contributions to this publication and Paul Maliszewski for his work on the briefs.

EVENTS:

*Indicates a New Listing or Updated Information

*2024 10 01 – False Solutions Jeopardizing NY’s Climate Progress – Noon - 1:30 pm ET – NYCP (New Yorkers for Clean Power) – “This event will delve into critical topics such as hydrogen blending for buildings, renewable natural gas (RNG) and biofuels, and carbon capture and storage—false solutions that could hinder New York State's efforts to achieve meaningful climate progress.” Speakers from Earthjustice, Environmental Defense Fund and the Science and Environmental Health Network. Register here.  

*2024 10 01 - Community Thermal Energy Network Business Models for NYS Municipalities – 1:00 pm ET - NYSERDA and Pace Energy and Climate Center at the Elisabeth Haub School of Law are holding a webinar with municipal officials throughout New York State to explore ownership structures for thermal energy networks. NYSERDA’s goal in funding this project has been to identify a full range of legal alternatives for communities to own, finance and manage their thermal resources for the benefit of citizens. To register: email District.Thermal@nyserda.ny.gov with your name, email address, organization and title, if applicable. Link to join the event. Password: nyserda1.

2024 10 01 to 12 03 – 10-Week Hybrid Certified GeoExchange Designer (CGD) Course Online with Ed Lohrenz - Tuesday lunchtime for 10 weeks, 12:00 – 1:30 pm ET – “Live, online & interactive. Videos of each session are recorded and will be available to you on a Google Drive folder to view at your convenience. The instructor is available by phone, email of video call if you have questions or require any clarification for the duration of the course. You will also have access to the geothermal feasibility assessment tool (ProFease) at www.geofease.com for the duration of the course.” Register here.

*2024 10 03 – Geothermal Industry Survey - 3:00 – 3:30 pm ET – HEET – “In collaboration with the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), we are launching a survey to better understand costs and challenges to guide best practices for geothermal technology. This webinar will explain the purpose of the survey and invite you to participate. Survey submissions will be anonymous, and the resulting analysis of the data will be made publicly available as part of HEET’s LeGUp project.” Register here.

*2024 10 07 – Succeeding with Federal Funding: Experiences from the Field - 4:00 pm ET – The Energy Democracy Project – “Join to learn how grassroots organizations across the country have been leveraging federal funding to bring resources to their communities and build capacity to fight for energy democracy! There will be a variety of panelists from energy-focused initiatives and non-profits. These include Craig Ickler from Cleveland Owns, Jessica Travis from the Climate and Energy Project, and Crystal Huang from People Power Solar Cooperative. Mmakgantsi 'Mak' Mafojane and Sarah Gakenia Cleveland will also be joining us from the People’s Solar Energy Fund."  Register here.

2024 10 08 – National Thermal Energy Policy Call: New York - 1:00 pm ET “Today, environmental advocacy organizations, utilities, unions, and other building decarbonization stakeholders are working to shape the implementation of several New York neighborhood-scale zero-emission thermal energy network projects… we invite you to join Jessica Azulay from Alliance for a Green Economy (AGREE), Greg Koumoullos from Con Edison, Brett Thomason from the Enterprise Association of Steamfitters Local 638, and other experts as they explore the progress New York is making on the development of utility and non-utility thermal energy networks, and the opportunities and challenges that lie ahead for New York’s neighborhood-scale transition to clean heating and cooling." Register here.

2024 10 08 – The Benefits of Nine Types of Heat Pumps - 2:00 pm ET - “As the U.S. moves toward electrification, heat pumps are becoming more popular. Thanks to generous tax credits and rebates being offered by utilities, sales of heat pumps will likely increase exponentially in the coming years, so it's important to understand the wide range of equipment that is currently available.

·       Discover the benefits of each type of heat pump.

·       Examine the energy-efficiency of the different heat pumps.

·       Learn about the tax credits for each heat pump.

·       Analyze the proper installation practice of each heat pump.”

Joe Parsons, Climate Master’s Senior Marketing Sustainability Manager will be one of 4 panelists. Register here.

*2024 10 09 – IGSHPA Town Hall – Supporting State and Provincial Geo Trade Organizations - 11:30 pm ET – “This month IGSHPA's Advocacy & Communications Taskforce will be hosting and moderating a panel of directors from various geothermal State & Provincial Associations with a focus on how we can better support them. Panelists include:

·      Kathy Ridley- Geothermal Alliance of Illinois

·      Christine Hoffer- New York Geothermal Energy Organization

·      Brandon Mahoney- Michigan Geothermal Energy Association”

Register here.

2024 10 09 & 10 – 4^th Annual LIUNA Builds Renewables Summit – Laborers International Union of North America – Turning Stone Casino – NY-GEO member NYS Laborers Organizing Fund (NYSLOF) is an organizer of this event. “Join industry leaders, developers, contractors, state officials, and community advocates to discuss how to build renewable energy responsibly across New York State.”  Interim DEC Commissioner Sean Mahar will give the Summit Keynote Address on October 10^th. Register here.

2024 10 17 – World Geothermal Day - “This annual event is a global celebration, honoring the remarkable contributions of geothermal energy systems and highlighting their profound impact on communities worldwide...We invite everyone to recognize the dedicated individuals involved in the thousands of geothermal systems providing reliable electricity, heating, and cooling to essential facilities and homes worldwide. Geothermal energy offers significant advantages as we face climate challenges and work towards net-zero carbon systems… With the earth's dependable and efficient geothermal energy, we continue to explore new ways to connect and innovate.” Link.

2024 10 16 to 18 - IGSHPA Accredited Installer (AI) Course - 8:00 am to 5:00 pm ET each day - Get accredited on your way to the NY GEO conference in Brooklyn. Held at the Energy Catalyst Training Facility in Troy, NY, this 3-day course will allow attendees to take a test to become an IGSHPA certified contractor. This certification is required to be a participant in the NYS Clean Heat Program and is recognized by most rebate agencies, including Mass Save and Efficiency Vermont. This Accredited Installer training will be provided by NY-GEO member and IGSHPA Certified Trainer Jacquie Scherer. HDPE pipe fusion training is included. Register through the IGSHPA events page.

2024 10 21 to 23 – NY-GEO 2024 – Fall Conference – Brooklyn – NY-GEO is hosting a three-day event in Brooklyn, with a day of optional pre-conference site tours and followed by our formal two-day conference at the New York Brooklyn Bridge Marriott. The conference will be a four-track format with 40 educational sessions, the NY-GEO Annual Dinner and over 50 exhibitors. This is NY-GEO's first conference Downstate with special emphasize on how to address densely populated areas and large buildings. To register for our NYC event and learn more about becoming a sponsor and or exhibitor. click here.

NY-GEO NYC Featured Keynotes:

Tuesday, Oct. 22nd - Morning Plenary:

• Doreen Harris, President and CEO, NYSERDA

Tuesday, Oct. 22nd - NY-GEO Annual Dinner:

• Sadie McKeown, President, Community Preservation Corporation

Wednesday, Oct. 23rd Morning Plenary + Developer Panel Moderator:

• Matthew Ketschke, President, Con Edison of New York

9/14/2024 - UPDATED list of All the Tracks and Session Titles click here.

This event goes beyond the ordinary by offering attendees the unique opportunity to visit geothermal sites in NYC on October 21, providing firsthand experience and insights. Networking opportunities and access to top industry experts, this gathering is a must for professionals, policymakers, businesses, and building owners dedicated to decarbonizing New York State. Immerse yourself in the world of geothermal technology and join us in Brooklyn October 21-23. Learn more and register

Top Job 2024 Competition @ NY-GEO Conference in Brooklyn, NY

The Top Job Competition presented by GeoStar has been an integral part of the NY-GEO annual conference since its inception in 2015. Its objective is to highlight and recognize the incredible skill, talent, and creative imagination that exists in geothermal system designers and installers. We are thrilled to announce that in 2024 we will be recognizing and awarding three winners, one each, in the categories of:

• Residential
• Commercial
• Drilling

Why Apply? Top Jobs provides an opportunity for us to learn about the latest advancements in geothermal technology. How it is being implemented in a wide range of building types and applications and showcasing the benefits of geothermal systems, from their energy efficiency and cost-savings to their positive impact on the environment. Top Jobs projects allows the geothermal industry to communicate to those outside the industry including policymakers the variety of ways this technology can be applied, especially in situations where daunting challenges seem impossible to overcome and yet they are.

Please share your Top Jobs project that will inspires, motivates and explores the possibilities of geothermal energy. Learn more and submit.

NY-GEO Members can attend the conference at a discounted rate, so now is a good time to renew your membership through 2024. To receive the discounted member rates, employees of your organization must be populated in the member database. Reach out to NY-GEO Executive Director Christine Hoffer at christine@ny-geo.org for assistance.

NY-GEO 2024 Spring Conference - Albany Recordings Available

Access the conference recordings now to stay at the forefront of geothermal advance and drive sustainable change here.

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2024 10 29 to 31 - In-Person Accredited Installer Training with WaterFurnace - Valhalla, NY - "Get your Accredited Installer certification with one of WaterFurnace’s Certified IGSHPA Trainers! Class Held at 65 Grasslands Road - Building A, Rooms A101 & A105 - Valhalla, NY 10595  Cost Varies depending on materials. Please note that class size is limited. Once the roster is full, registrants will be placed on waitlist. This course uses the NATE online test, proctored by the IGSHPA instructor at the end of the course. A WiFi device is required. A laptop, tablet, or smartphone will be used for the test."  Register here.

2025 03 11 to 13 – 2025 IGSHPA Annual Conference – Breaking New Ground– From the International Ground Source Heat Pump Association (IGSHPA): “Join us in Champaign, IL next March for our 2025 Annual Conference in collaboration with the Geothermal Alliance of Illinois!  Don't miss out on early bird pricing, and as always, if you are a GAOI or IGSHPA member you get to register at a discount!” Conference website here.

JOBS !                                                                    

Job Postings – Please add any job openings you may have to our NY-GEO Job Listings to gain visibility and help recruit new employees to your organization. This feature is available to all NY-GEO members, simply log into your account, select the NY-GEO Job Listings in the left toolbar, select Add in the upper right, and complete the form. If you need assistance, let us know at christine@ny-geo.org.

The Building Performance Contractors Association (BPCA) Career Center is here. 

Ongoing – NYSERDA is hiring! The New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) has ongoing recruitment opportunities. All qualified individuals will be evaluated for each relevant position for which they apply. Check this page periodically to learn about new career opportunities.

Become a NY-GEO Member - NY-GEO is the driving force in the mass adoption of Ground Source (Geothermal) Heat Pumps for residential, commercial, and utility-scale heating and cooling in New York State. NY-GEO's mission is to grow the geothermal heat pump industry and develop its workforce while educating policymakers building/property developers and residents about the benefits of geothermal heat pumps.

We are a member-funded, non-profit trade organization and we depend on YOUR SUPPORT to expand the use of clean, renewable, geothermal heating and cooling systems for the benefit

of all.

Learn more about the benefits of becoming a NY-GEO member and why your membership is important to advancing GHP, Click here.