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Early Bird Rates end August 5th!
Led by USGBC faculty members Lynn Simon and Pepper Smith, this workshop provides essential knowledge of the LEED Rating Systems and sustainable building concepts for those seeking a better understanding of LEED or pursuing GBCI's LEED Green Associate credential. By presenting LEED concepts at the credit category level - across building types and rating systems - and basics on the building certification process, this workshop provides the foundation required for any 300-level LEED education offering. Real project examples help demonstrate and reinforce learning. Recommended Prior Knowledge: Familiarity with USGBC and LEED, or USGBC's "Green Building Basics and LEED" instructor-led workshop or online program. Learn more & register!
Led by Green Building Services, this workshop will be a comprehensive overview and analysis into the green building movement and specifically, upcoming changes to the LEED Rating System. Drawing from the experience of helping to write the LEED 2009 Reference Guide and Exam Prep Study Guides, GBS experts will provide an outline of the 2009 changes to the core LEED products using project examples to illustrate the core changes. This informative session will help you improve your understanding of what is coming and what impact these changes will have on your future projects. Additionally, the presentation will explore what is happening with key market sector rating systems, such as Schools, Healthcare, and Retail as well as updates in LEED professional accreditation. By the end of this two and a half hour training, you will have an understanding of how to effectively communicate with team members and clients about what these changes mean on-the-ground. This training will be delivered by a GBS Principle and Senior Consultant. Register today - early bird member rates available until August 11th!
This workshop helps building owners, operators and facility managers improve the energy efficiency, occupant health and environmental impact of their building operations. This session will walk attendees through the organization of the LEED for Existing Buildings/l Operations & Maintenance (EBOM) rating system, the assessment process and the business case for pursuing certification. Participants will also learn about implementation and documentation processes. Register by September 11th for the early bird rate!
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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 at the door.
A discussion on the challenges two unique projects faced on their road to LEED Certification. The Granary, a LEED Gold project, is a lasting symbol of a once fully self-sustaining community. Moffett Towers is an example of how sustainability and achieving LEED certification effect on site planning and building design, as well as the overall effect on architectural expression. Learn more and register!
Built in 1914, the Moraga Barn is the oldest building in Moraga. Canyon Construction undertook the renovation of this former hotel, grocery store, telephone switching center, and bar in February 2006 with the goal of achieving Platinum LEED Certification. Canyon Construction also sought to restore the building to its original historical exterior, while renovating the interior using the latest in modern green technologies to showcase abilities and interests in fine craftsmanship, historical aesthetics, conservation, and efficiency. The Moraga Barn is a state of the art green building, using 100% renewable energy, ultra energy and water efficient design, salvaged and sustainably harvested materials, and the optimum in indoor air quality. Chris Avant, President of Canyon Construction, will speak about the project. Register!
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!
August 21st - Dolores Park, San Francisco
Come join us for the first ever USGBC-NCC & EGB SF Summer BBQ Mixer. As summer starts to fade, we are going to host a fun event for USGBC-NCC members and non-members alike to get together, trade ideas, network, and share a meal in a relaxed atmosphere. The event will be held at the picnic tables towards the Southern end of Dolores Park (right next to the playground). The event cost goes to buying food for everyone (vegetarian options will be available) but please bring your own beverages. Feel free to bring your kids, your dog, a fun game, or anything else to pass the time at the park. BBQ is 4-8pm, tickets are $5. Buy a ticket!
2009 has been a year of great economic turmoil, yet there is great optimism in Silicon Valley for the future. Silicon Valley is where the unique convergence of creative energy, venture capital, educational and technical infrastructure and innovative people from many cultures allows it to continually reinvent itself to brew tomorrow's ideas into reality.
USGBC Silicon Valley Branch has asked key representatives of the best of the Valley to express their vision for the future of our region, our nation and our world as it relates to their perspectives on what has been happening and what needs to be happening in the green building / clean tech movement. Come join us to see the vision.
Join the newly formed Diablo East Bay Branch for our Inaugural Gala!
The beautiful historic Wente Vineyard will provide the setting for Diablo East Bay's Inaugural Gala. Founded over 125 years ago under ownership and management by the Fourth and Fifth Generations of the Wente family, the winery draws from approximately 3,000 acres of sustainably farmed Estate vineyards. Karl Wente will present sustainable practices used by Wente. Buy your ticket!
August 11th - PG&E Pacific Energy Center, San Francisco
August 27th - AIA SF/USGBC-NCC Offices, San Francisco
The Sustainable Building Advisor Program is a USGBC Mastery Level Education Provider Program that focuses on the practical, forward-thinking ways to design, develop & construct buildings to be resource efficient, environmentally responsible, cost effective, & healthy for occupants. The program is offered as a 9 month course, meeting once a month (Friday & Saturday) to accommodate professional schedules. Come to a Free Information Session to learn about the Sustainable Building Advisor Program from instructors and graduates. RSVP!
October 1st-3rd - Fort Mason Center, San Francisco
Whether you're an architect, designer, builder, developer, facility manager, realtor, or government official, West Coast Green is an unprecedented opportunity for you to advance your personal and professional goals while having the time of your life. While new green events emerge every year, West Coast Green represents the largest milestone yet in the green innovation movement. The West Coast Green experience is a feast of innovations, ideas and opportunities designed to expand your business, widen your vision, and stimulate your thinking with the latest best practices and key players in building, business and design. Each year the conference has grown to meet the needs of industry leaders, practitioners and homeowners; this year the conversation will deepen to include a focus on the intersection of the built environment and technology. And, we're also including emerging products within the Cleantech sector that have the greatest ability to reduce global warming such as solar, wind and waste reduction. Special discount for USGBC-NCC Chapter members!
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