Southface promotes sustainable homes, workplaces, and communities through education, research, advocacy, and technical assistance, aiming for a regenerative economy, responsible resource use, and social equity through a healthy built environment for all.
The GoodUse program primarily supports nonprofits, recognizing the financial and environmental waste challenges posed by older buildings they often occupy. It aims to help these organizations reduce utility costs, thereby enabling them to reallocate savings towards their mission-critical services. The program provides technical assistance, education, and matching grants for facility and operational upgrades to increase resource efficiency, lower expenses, and improve indoor health. This initiative not only brings financial relief but also contributes to environmental conservation by targeting energy and water savings and enhancing indoor air quality. By improving operational efficiency, GoodUse empowers nonprofits to better fulfill their missions and serve their communities.