This training covers the implementation of a comprehensive sustainability building audit toward LEED EBOM certification. The goal is for participants to come away with a clear understanding of the building and energy audit process from the initial assessment through corporate planning, implementation of green building strategies and LEED certification. Geared toward building owners, facilities managers, maintenance contractors, developers and government representatives, the course is in slide presentation format and also contains hands-on activities and case studies to illustrate the ASHRAE Energy Audit Process. Register today - early bird member rates available!
July 14th - Mountain View
At this meeting, you will get an overview of what constitutes a C02 Footprint as well as discuss policies and needs that are driving C02 reductions, resources for companies to help measure/reduce their footprint and what future actions might look like to further reduce emissions.
At this event, you will learn how to:
- Cut your energy use
- Switch to low or zero carbon power
- Support labeling schemes
- Give your appliances a health checkup
- Think big about what you and your company can do
Register today!
July 15th - USGBC-NCC Offices, San Francisco
Building healthcare facilities in California presents unique opportunities and significant challenges. The Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development (OSHPD) programs endeavor to implement the vision of equitable healthcare accessibility for California. As a regulating authority, it makes innovation within the industry difficult. LEED and California's push for sustainable development provides interesting challenges and discussions in which the Bay Area LEED Users Group will explore.
Please join representatives from Anshen & Allen, Charles M. Salter and Associates, and DPR Construction in bringing together a panel discussion of the differences in the rating systems and the difficulties with fitting LEED into the healthcare building type. Also we will look at the acoustical challenges and prescriptive requirements associated with new versions of LEED BD&C as well as LEED for Healthcare. Tickets for members are by donation, non-member tickets are $10. Register!
July 16th at Guttman and Blaevoet Consulting Engineers
Confirming and verifying that all building systems and equipment are functioning as appropriate according to the equipment schedule is good "cents" as well as earns points for all projects seeking LEED certification. This event will feature a panel presentation by a group of professionals with extensive experience working with the LEED commissioning process. They will focus on the effects that commissioning and enhanced commissioning have on projects during design, construction, and post-construction. Register today!
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July 22nd - 555 Mission St, San Francisco
For over three decades, Tishman Speyer has thought increasingly about sustainability, energy efficiency, respect for the environment and the people who inhabit our buildings. Consequently, 555 Mission Street achieved USGBC's LEED Gold certification. 555 Mission Street is a 34-story Class A Commercial Office building capturing stunning views of the city and the bay with floor-to-ceiling windows. The design of 555 Mission took pride in the simple understanding that human beings live, work and breathe in the structures Tishman Speyer creates. Learn more and register!
July 23rd - SFMOMA
Come experience SFMOMA's new Rooftop Garden with Emerging Green Builders (EGB) and Bay Area Young Architects (BAYA). Described as a "gallery without a ceiling" by architect Mark Jensen, the space provides both open air and enclosed spaces which feature the San Francisco skyline and sculptural works from the museum's collection. A tour guide from SFMOMA will speak about the art chosen for the new gallery space and a member of the design team will be on hand to answer questions. Afterward, head over to Thirsty Bear (661 Howard, at Third) for continued networking with other emerging green building professionals. Register online and pick up your ticket at the SFMOMA ticket window, tell them you are with the EGB tour. Meet the group at SFMOMA at 6pm, and at 8pm we will head over to the Thirsty Bear. Register!
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August 5th - Moss Landing Marine Labs
Jason Burnett, founder of Burnett EcoEnergy, a company that structures and secures financing for renewable energy and energy efficiency projects, and Debbie Picard, fundraising consultant with Platinum Development Company, will introduce unique funding opportunities for renewable energy, energy efficiency and green building projects. Register!
August 20th - Nacht & Lewis Architects Office
The State of California Department of General Services Central Plant Renovation Project is now under construction in downtown Sacramento and is anticipated to achieve LEED Gold under budget and on schedule! This event will review the procurement, design, construction and operational strategies associated with turning the State's requirement for LEED NC Silver into a Project beyond LEED Gold. There will be a PowerPoint presentation, discussion and tour of the new Plant. Speakers include representatives from the Department of General Services, Nacht & Lewis Architects, CECI, & Skanska. Register!
July 11th, six month program starts in San Rafel & Novato
Tuition Discount for USGBC-NCC Members!
Architect Pete Gang, LEED AP, & Contractor Bruce Hammond, LEED AP, creators of the successful Green Building Certificate Program at Sonoma State University, and co-founders of the USGBC Redwood Empire Chapter, will offer a 6-month certification class providing a great overview of green building principles and technologies. Learn from Experts in the Fields of: • Smart Growth • Transportation Alternatives • Clean Energy Technologies • Ecological Restoration • Passive Solar Strategies • Green Materials • Integrated Design • Low Impact Development & much more!
Classes held in San Rafael & Novato for 6 months - 1 Saturday per month & 4 Thursday Evenings. Complimentary Saturday lunches & free parking. Program approved for AIA Continuing Education units
Cost: $1,695
$150 discount for USGBC Chapter members
Additional Early Registration $100 discount through July 8, 2009
PROGRAM BEGINS JULY 11, 2009!
For more information call 707.794.9970 or visit www.longvieweducationassociates.com. Offered by Longview Education Associates Certification through the US Green Building Council, Redwood Empire Chapter.
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