2 GREEN TECH U The Chicago Center for Green Technology’s Green Tech U Educational Program has been developed in response to the increasing demand for educational resources in green technology in Chicago. Green Tech U seminars provide an opportunity to meet like-minded people, expand professional networks and increase knowledge of sustainability, green building and public policy. All Green Tech U seminars are available to any interested individuals throughout the year.
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TITLE: What We Worry About: Ten Chicago Artists and Our Green ConcernsDATES: 10/7/2010-12/16/2010 TIME: Open during regular building hoursLOCATION: 2nd Floor Hallway, Chicago Center for Green TechnologyFEE: Free, open to the publicIn partnership with the Global Alliance of Artists, CCGT is hosting a unique collection of art works created by ten Chicago visual artists. The artists will present their perspectives on concerns ranging from Chicago’s environmental challenges to the global challenge of climate change. Join us at the opening reception on Thursday, October 7 from 5:30-7:30 PM to meet the artists and hear more about their projects.
TITLE: USGBC 2010 Natural Talent Design CompetitionTIME: Open during regular building hoursDATES: 9/7/2010-12/31/2010LOCATION: 2nd floor hallwayFEE: Free, open to the general publicIn a partnership between USGBC and the Salvation Army’s EnviRenew Initiative, this national design competition challenges entrants to design homes that demonstrate both short-term and long-term affordability, a high quality of life for their residents and replicable strategies that contribute to our understanding of how to build affordably, efficiently and with minimal impact on the environment. The design criteria for the home included a small footprint not to exceed 880 square feet, a budget not to exceed $100,000 in construction costs, demonstrated hurricane resistance, incorporate principals of universal design, and meet the requirements of LEED™ for Homes Platinum certification.
U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL–ILLINOIS CHAPTER The USGBC–Illinois Chapter leads the regional transformation of the built environment to become ecologically sustainable, profitable and healthy. The Chapter works to achieve this through advocacy, collaboration and education, including LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars, Green Building for Contractors and a variety of other green building related programs and events throughout the region. The Chapter is located at 222 Merchandise Mart Plaza, Suite #946. For information on Chapter programs and events, please visit the website at www.usgbc-chicago.org or call (312) 245-8300.
LEED™ Extra Credit SessionsLEED™ Extra Credit sessions have been integrated into the Chicago Center for Green Technology’s Green Tech U educational program. There is a fee for these seminars, $10 for members, $15 non-members, pre-registration is required. Please visit www.usgbc-illinois.org to register, payment is taken at registration. Look for the USGBC–Illinois Chapter logo to indicate co-sponsored seminars throughout the GTU seminar listings. 232
CHICAGO CENTER FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGY
The chicago center for green Technology is the first rehabilitated municipal building in the nation to receive the LEED™ Platinum rating by the U.S. Green Building Council. Mayor Richard M. Daley dedicated the building in 2002 and it has gone on to become a national model for sustainable design and technology.
The center serves as the most comprehensive green design educational resource in the Midwest. We promote and advance sustainable homes, workplaces and communities to enhance the quality of urban life. We work to facilitate this through educational programming and training, research and demonstration and by acting as a resource network.
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Guided tours are available for groups of ten or more. Tours are offered Monday– Saturday at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM. A minimum of two weeks advanced registration is required. To obtain a Tour Request form, please e-mail Greentech @cityofchicago.org with ”Tours” as the subject line or call (312) 746-9642.
Smaller groups are encouraged to take a self-guided tour during business hours. Self-guided tour brochures are available at the front desk. reSource ceNTer
The Green Building Resource Center is an invaluable tool for those interested in learning about sustainability, green technology and green building. We are open to the public six days a week and are accessible to anyone–from green building experts to Chicago homeowners. Our resources include:
• Knowledgeable staff• BuildingGreen™ Kiosk–Featuring full public access to the BuildingGreen™ Suite• Sample library of eco-friendly building and design materials• Reference books & web resources• U.S. Green Building Council LEED™ reference materials• Periodicals, newsletters and industry journals
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The Chicago Center for Green Technology’s Green Tech U Educational Program has been developed in response to the increasing demand for educational resources in green technology in Chicago. Green Tech U seminars provide an opportunity to meet like-minded people, expand professional networks and increase knowledge of sustainability, green building and public policy. All Green Tech U seminars are available to any interested individuals throughout the year.
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REGISTRATION:Advance registration is required for all Green Tech U seminars, unless otherwise noted. You may register by calling (312) 746-9642, or email your desired class and contact information to [email protected] with “Green Tech U” as the subject line.
coST:Unless otherwise specified in the program description, Green Tech U seminars are free to the public.
CERTIFICATES:Green Tech U offers certificates in the following subject areas:• Architecture• Building and Construction Management• Engineering• Green Business• Green Home and Garden• Interior Design
To register for a certificate, participants must fill out a Program Registration form. Registrants must then complete six eligible seminars within a 12-month period; one of the six seminars must be the foundation course, Ecology of Design. Please sign in before each seminar on the sign-in form provided, specifying what certificate(s) you are pursuing.
Once the six seminar minimum has been met, attendees are responsible for completing the certificate Tracking and application form and submitting it to a Green Building Resource Center staff member, e-mailing it to greentech@ cityofchicago.org, or faxing it to (312) 746-9778. Please call (312) 746-9642 or e-mail for assistance.
CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: AIA CEU Registered ProviderThe center provides continuing education credits for architects and engineers as an AIA CEU Registered Provider and for Illinois Department of Professional Regulation license renewal. While we report CEUs for registered AIA members who have signed the Provider Form B at sign-in, it is up to the participant to self-report for other continuing education credits with the provided certificates of Attendance. These forms apply only towards professional continuing education credits–they are not required as verification for Green Tech U attendance by the Chicago Center for Green Technology. To be valid, a staff member must sign the form upon completion of the seminar.
SEMINARS:a complete seminar listing is located in this brochure and online at www.cityofchicago.org/Environment/GreenTech.
EXHIBITS AND EVENTS
TITLE: Tweet Home Chicago Bird Houses
TIME: Open during regular building hours
DATES: 8/30/2010-12/31/2010
LOCATION: Green Building Resource Center, Chicago Center
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FEE: Free, open to the public
This spring the city of chicago and chicago Park district hosted Tweet home
Chicago, a bird house design and build competition to raise awareness about
birds and bird habitat. More than 130 adults and youth submitted creative,
functional bird houses made of sustainable materials with a Chicago bird-friendly
location in mind. These whimsical bird houses are being displayed in Chicago
parks and other locations across the city introducing residents to steps they can
take to help our feathered friends–beyond bird houses. Several submissions are
currently on display throughout CCGT and sites across the city.
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LEED™ Extra Credit: Champion Systems
Getting the Ideal Lawn, Naturally!
Building a Furnace-Free Housein Chicagoland
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What Consumers Should Know About Forest Certification
LEED™ Extra Credit: Greywater– It’s Not Just for Indoors Anymore
Energy Retrofits Results: Experience from Chicago Case Studies
Preparing Your Vintage Home for Winter
Living Building Challenge
Patagonia: A Green Business Model
Chicago Green Homes Program:A Case Study
New Hand Dryer Technology
Beekeeping in Chicago
Wallcoverings: Then and Now
Building Material Reuse: Bridging the Gap between Have & Need
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Greenbuild International Expo 2010
The U.S. Green Building Council’s Greenbuild International Conference & Expo
convenes the industry’s largest gathering of representatives from all sectors of
the green building movement. Three days of extensive educational programming,
workshops, a vast exhibition floor and ample networking events provide unrivaled
opportunities to learn about the latest technological innovations, explore new
products, and exchange ideas with other professionals. The Expo will be held
on November 17-19, 2010, at McCormick Place in Chicago, Illinois. Visit www.
greenbuildexpo.org for more information.
TITLE: Gifts from the Garden: Recycled Crafts
DATE: 11/13/2010
TIME: 2:00-4:00 PM
SPEAKER: Bonnie Tawse, Lurie Garden
LOCATION: Chicago Cultural Center, 1st Floor, Garland Room,
78 E. Washington St.
FEE: Free, registration is required at 312-742-TIXS
The garden is beginning to slow down but it still has lots to offer! We will enjoy
the beauty of the plants in late autumn and utilize plant material and other
recycled objects to make several works of art – these crafts make the perfect
holiday gifts! Children ages 5 & up with an adult.
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Rainwater Harvesting and Condensate Recovery
Green Furniture – Redesign It!
Green Solutions to Textile Choices
Natural Finishes for Urban Interiors
Chicago Green Homes Program
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Clean Energy Policy in Illinois and Energy Programs for Illinois Consumers
TITLE: Clean Energy Policy in Illinois and Energy Programs for Illinois ConsumersDATE: 12/7/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Annie Warnock and Celia Christensen, Citizen Utility BoardLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.You have already switched over to CFLs, so what is the next step toward energy efficiency? Join experts from the Citizens Utility Board (CUB), the country’s premiere utility watchdog group, for a discussion of everything consumers should know about our energy future. You will be introduced to the latest clean energy policies in Illinois, hear about rebates and loans that can help you become more energy-efficient and learn about how to calculate your home’s carbon footprint.
TITLE: Interpreting LEED™ for HomesDATE: 12/9/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Jason La Fleur, Alliance for Environmental SustainabilityLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.The U.S. Green Building Council’s residential rating system, LEED™ for Homes, covers major home renovations and new construction of single-family homes, multi-family apartments and condos and mixed-use residential buildings. Learn how LEED™ homes are healthier, more comfortable and have lower utility bills. Common myths such as cost and complexity will be dispelled while the benefits of the LEED™ for Homes rating system will be featured, using local Chicago projects as case studies. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Greywater– It’s Not Just for Indoors Anymore DATE: 9/2/2010TIME: 5:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: George Tuhowski, Leopardo CompaniesFEE: $10 members; $15 non-membersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.When greywater design is being considered, applications for use outside the building are often overlooked. We will take a comprehensive look at the design and uses of greywater for the entire project – building and site. Attendees will interact with representatives and panelists involved in design, products and installation of greywater systems – both challenges and best practices. AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken at registration.
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Seminars are listed in chronological order. The certificate titles directly below are color-coded and cross referenced with the dots after each seminar description indicating towards which Green Tech U certificate each seminar counts.
• Architecture• Building & construction MAnAgeMent• engineering• green Business• green hoMe & gArden• interior design
Unless otherwise noted, pre-registration is required. You are welcome to attend any class independently of registering for a certificate track. Please note the location for each seminar.
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Chemical Cocktails – The Disconnect Between Product Selection, Final Specs & IAQ TestingDATE: 12/2/2010TIME: 5:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Melissa Ling, MetaChloros, LLCFEE: $10 members; $15 non-membersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.current green building materials are either specified primarily on emission chamber studies or on their VOC content (g/L) in the case of adhesives, sealants, and surface finishes. Neither of these fully addresses the resulting chemical cocktail of the mix of building products into a typical finished occupied space. These issues will be explored in more depth through building modeling in order to assist project managers in answering the current question – to test or not to test for indoor air quality. Emission modeling will also assist project teams to determine the proper scheduling of the IAQ testing. Case studies will illustrate the top ten issues that lead to IAQ testing failure. AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken at registration.
TITLE: Finding Green CareersDATE: 9/14/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Jason La Fleur, Alliance for Environmental SustainabilityLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Learn about jobs and careers in the new green economy. The goal is to discuss the future of sustainability, show you some of the many related career options and help you identify your role in this exciting field. The session then presents an overview of the top projected careers in the green economy and appropriate designations people can pursue on a career path.
TITLE: Getting the Ideal Lawn, Naturally!DATE: 9/18/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Steve Pincuspy, Safer Pest Control ProjectLOCATION: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.It is possible to have a beautiful lawn without using chemicals by switching to natural lawn care. Learn the basic steps to weed-free and lush grass without including harmful pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, chemicals that threaten our health, harm wildlife, and pollute the environment, ultimately destroying the biology and soils that grow good grass. Natural lawn care uses safe and effective organic products plus proper maintenance to create a naturally healthy and resilient lawn system; one that requires less time, energy and money. Whether you maintain your own lawn or use a professional, this session will teach you how to make a successful and sustainable transition.
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TITLE: Chicago Green Homes ProgramDATE: 11/16/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Timothy Heppner and Team, Chicago Green Homes ProgramLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Building green generates a number of positive impacts, from the increased market value of a home to lowered CO2 emissions. The Chicago Green Homes Program (CGHP) provides an integrated design approach for homeowners, residential builders and developers looking to incorporate sustainable, “green” design into residential buildings. The CGHP equips participants with the tools and resources needed to meet their building goals, and ultimately achieve a more sustainable environment for us all. Join consultant Tim Heppner and CGHP team members for an interactive program discussion, including innovative design features, requirements and enrollment opportunities. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Demystifying Green Building: Return on Investment (ROI) for Current Rating Systems—Analysis & ComparisonDATE: 11/30/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Rich Mazzuca and Gary Keclik, Sustainable Environments by Design, LLCLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar focuses on the redefined, triple bottom-line relationship among societal, financial and ecological aspects of the built environment. It is organized to provide useful insights to those responsible for the design, construction, management, operation, leasing, and purchase or sale of real properties and associated transactions. Presenters Rich and Gary will provide an overview of sustainability rating systems and present ways in which their practical application can benefit ROI for building design and real estate professionals or property owners. We will explore how a building’s value depends upon relationships between the costs of construction and maintenance and the income it produces; including market forces and effective cost reductions that also benefit the environment. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: Building a Furnace-free House in ChicagolandDATE: 9/21/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Tom Bassett-Dilley, Architect; Marko Spiegel, CTI; Mary Chris Jaklevic, HomeownerLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Learn what it takes to build an ultra-efficient, furnace-free house on an urban lot. Members of the project team for the Jaklevic/Schuster home in Oak Park will discuss how they dramatically reduced energy use with thick insulation and an airtight shell, inspired by German passive houses. The house is heated by the sun, appliances and occupants’ bodies. Presenters will explain how super- insulation, solar orientation, compactness, mechanical systems, lighting and appliance selection factor into the energy-efficient design. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Indoor CompostingDATE: 9/23/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Amber Gribben, Urban Worm GirlLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.learn about the benefits of composting your food scraps and paper waste using different methods of indoor composting, including vermicomposting and Bokashi. Urban Worm Girl will teach you how these simple, clean, and odorless methods of composting can be done in your house, condo, or apartment. Plus, you’ll learn some amazing facts about earthworms while you’re there!
TITLE: Green Solutions to Textile ChoicesDATE: 11/9/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Madhoolica Dear, Design ProfessionalLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Our clothing, furniture upholstery, drapes, carpeting, vehicle interiors, and so many other everyday items are covered in fabric and textiles. Unfortunately, the textile manufacturing process is extremely resource demanding, using up to 3,000 liters of water to make one shirt! In addition, there are many toxic materials and processes involved in fabric and textile production, leaving you and your family at risk to over-exposure. Join Madhoolica Dear for an exposé of the industry and green solutions to textile choices, making you a more informed consumer.
TITLE: Natural Finishes for Urban InteriorsDATE: 11/13/2010TIME: 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Anna Wolfson, Wolfson Earthen FinishesLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Natural finishes are exceptionally gentle on the planet, on a building’s fabric, and on the senses. Accessible earthen materials can be made into paints, plasters, glues, mass heat sinks, and architectural ornaments that contribute to the health and beauty of the urban residence or business interior. This hands-on class will cover a range of natural finishes, including the creation of clay paint and plaster to try and apply. We will discuss products on the market and raw recipes for these fascinating, non-toxic materials. Bring a brush and trowel if you have them, and a sample board if you’d like to take your trials home.
Please note: There is no fee for this seminar, but registration is limited to 20. Registration will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis at [email protected].
TITLE: LEED™ Professional Credentials & MaintenanceDATE: 11/2/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Katie Kaluzny, USGBC–Illinois ChapterLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This session will explore the Green Building Certification Institute’s (GBCI) professional credential and maintenance system. You’ll learn about the new, tiered LEED™ exams, the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), how to maintain your LEED™ AP status, and/or how to become a LEED™ Green Associate or LEED™ AP with Specialty. The session will also cover exam eligibility requirements, testing specifics and available study tools and resources. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Green Furniture - Redesign It!DATE: 11/6/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Ashlie Langan, Covers UnlimitedLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This session will take a look at the furniture industry’s impact on the environment and offer insight into more sustainable options: reuse, redesign and reupholstering existing furniture. Ashlie Langan, design consultant and project manager at a local reupholster shop, will inspire you to take a look at that worn sofa or your grandmother’s dining chairs in a whole new light! She will discuss the process of reupholstering various furniture types and the resources available, from the most appropriate material options to the best vintage and resale shops. She will also touch on various foams available and which are the most environmentally friendly options.
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TITLE: Case Study: Logan Square Kitchen DATE: 9/28/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Zina Murray, Logan Square Kitchen; Jean Dufresne, SPACE Architects+Planners; Sachin Anand, dbHMSLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Logan Square Kitchen is a shared commercial kitchen incubator and private event space located at 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave. This seminar chronicles the transformation of a blighted foreclosure at 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave. into a LEED™ Gold Commercial Interior. Key elements include historic preservation, operating a social enterprise, local salvaged materials, energy efficiency, and commercial kitchen design. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: What Consumers Should Know About Forest CertificationDATE: 9/30/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Bill Maniates, Totem LumberLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Bill Maniates, a veteran of the lumber industry, will discuss what consumers should know about forest certification before purchasing wood products for their projects. The presentation will give a short history of the major forest certification systems, logos to look for, what assurances a chain of custody provides the consumer and the rapid growth of certification. Mainstream certified wood products are becoming more widely available in the market place. A variety of samples of FSC, SFI and the Canadian Forest Certification products will be on display for the audience to explore. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Energy Retrofit Results: Experience from
Chicago Case Studies
DATE: 10/5/2010
TIME: 6:00-8:00 PM
SPEAKER: Cheryl Pomeroy, eZing
LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.
Is improving energy efficiency in your home really simple and quick -- just buy a
product or call a contractor? energy auditors involved in home retrofits know the
challenges in crafting and overseeing a customized, cost-effective work plan for
your home. This seminar reviews several energy reduction retrofit jobs guided
by the presenter. The results include job costs, utility savings, and measured
improvement in air tightness. Included are photos and videos of work in progress
and use of utility analysis software to document results.
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Champion Systems–Moving Large Scale
Sustainable Infrastructure Forward
DATE: 10/7/2010
TIME: 5:30-8:00 PM
SPEAKER: Will Cordray, Harbour Contractors, Inc.
LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.
FEE: $10 members; $15 non-members
Strategies to build efficient and quality infrastructure environments have
taken leaps forward because of a major transportation project’s champion
systems. These systems, modeled closely after LEED™, have been implemented
in Illinois through a range of strategies including regulatory and voluntary
based models. With presentations outlining the models effectively “greening”
Chicago’s infrastructure, we can identify and compare why these systems have
grown successfully. Attendees will interact with representatives and panelists
involved in airports, highways, road ways and alleys to discuss what is essential
to pushing the quickly evolving sustainable infrastructure projects forward.
AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the
U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois
website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken
at registration.
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TITLE: Rainwater Harvesting and Condensate Recovery: New Tools for Sustainable Site DevelopmentDATE: 10/28/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Tom Barrett, Green Water Infrastructure, Inc.LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Capturing and using rainwater is enjoying revival as an alternate source of water enhancing the landscape. Up to 90% of the rain which falls onto a site can be captured, stored, and used to create a sustainable community. Additionally, the water condensing from air conditioning units during the summer months in hot humid areas can produce hundreds of gallons of water each day. It is possible to combine rainwater harvesting and condensate recovery to irrigate the landscape. This use of locally produced, non-potable water helps develop a “natural approach” to efficient use of water and relieve stormwater management issues. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Ecology of DesignDATE: 10/30/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Michael Iversen, University of Illinois at ChicagoLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.The Ecology of Design is based on the study of integrated human/natural environments as complex dynamical ecosystems, which are being stressed from the convergence of urbanization, fossil-fuel energy depletion, and climatic change. Using an ecosystem-based approach, design is viewed as the intentional shaping of energy, material, information and monetary flows that act as inputs and outputs of an urbanized ecosystem. The inventory and analysis of these system flows serves as the basis for informed design decisions and policymaking. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Wallcoverings: Then and NowDATE: 10/23/2010TIME: 10:00-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Lynn Galdoni, D.L. Couch LOCATION: Lecture Hall Gallery, Chicago Architecture Foundation, 224 South Michigan Avenue, ChicagoWallcoverings have been used for hundreds of years, but the industry has experienced a great deal of change in the last few years. This seminar will discuss past and current trends in wallcoverings and the Wallcoverings Sustainability Standard, which is currently in development. The following topics will be covered: recycling programs for wallcoverings, impact on Indoor Air Quality, life cycle analysis, and material choices, including vinyl, recycled-content and PVC-free wallcoverings. Sample materials will be on display. AIA/CEU 2
TITLE: Building Material Reuse: Bridging the Gap between Have & NeedDATE: 10/26/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Nathan Benjamin, PlanetReuseLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.As much as 40% of landfill waste comes from construction projects. The reuse of reclaimed materials—one of the purest forms of recycling—can drive down that number significantly while saving a project time and money. This session will illustrate the wide range of salvageable materials, demonstrate the most efficient process and timing for incorporating reclaimed materials into a project, and simplify the process for sourcing reclaimed materials. Case studies will offer practical, how-to examples for both material reuse and deconstruction. Bridging the gap between those who want reclaimed materials and those who have them available will make reuse easier, encouraging more designers, builders, owners and suppliers to mount the effort. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: Preparing Your Vintage Home for WinterDATE: 10/9/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Matt Cole, Neighborhood Housing ServicesLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.From greystones to bungalows to workers cottages, Chicagoans love their vintage homes. However despite their beauty and solid construction, these buildings can be drafty and costly to heat in winter. Join Matt Cole from Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago to learn about practical, cost effective strategies for enhancing the comfort and energy efficiency of your vintage home while also preserving the architectural features - including those dependable, historic wood windows - that make it unique. Matt will also discuss important seasonal maintenance that can improve the health and safety of your family during the winter heating season.
TITLE: Living Building Challenge DATE: 10/12/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Brian Dolan, Living Building AmbassadorLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar provides a broad overview of the Living Building Challenge. This certification program covers all buildings at all scales and is a unified tool for transformative design, allowing us to envision a future that is socially just, culturally rich and ecologically benign. Whether your project is a single building, a park, a college campus or even a complete neighborhood community, Living Building Challenge provides a framework for design, construction and the symbiotic relationship between people and all aspects of the built environment.AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Patagonia: A Green Business ModelDATE: 10/14/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Brooks Scott, PatagoniaLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This discussion will feature Patagonia, a leading manufacturer of environmentally conscious clothing. There will be a presentation on the company’s history, particularly its impact on the environment and how Patagonia views this as their mission statement: “Build the best product, do no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis.” We will also be discussing the impact of the company’s most recent project, The Footprint Chronicles.
TITLE: Chicago Green Homes Program: A Case Study DATE: 10/16/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Jay Keller, SPACE Architects and PlannersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar will present the making of a 3-Star Chicago Green Home from the perspective of the home owner and architect Jay Keller. Jay will present images and narration as he reflects on the building process and the building blocks of his home’s green design. He will discuss working with the designers, subcontractors, and other building professionals throughout the project. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: New Hand Dryer Technology: Sustainable, Hygienic and Cost-effectiveDATE: 10/21/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Matthew Cool, DysonLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This course lists the key characteristics and benefits of different hand drying methods, identifying the sustainability and financial cost issues associated with commercial hand dryers. Matthew will highlight the hygiene benefits of the new technology hand dryer, demonstrating how the new technology hand dryer conserves energy and reduces a buildings carbon footprint. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Beekeeping in ChicagoDATE: 10/23/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: John William Christman, CCGT Head Beekeeper LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar will cover the basics of beekeeping with a special emphasis on beekeeping in an urban setting. Topics covered include; 1) the history of beekeeping in North America, 2) basic bee biology, including some of the newer discoveries that have resulted from the “Beenome” project, 3) a discussion of colony collapsing disease (CCD) and the major pathogens and environmental pressures on honeybees, and 4) some basics of setting up and managing beehives at CCGT, including the production of honey and beeswax. There will be a hands-on demonstration of equipment and products and a generous supply of honey to consume!
TITLE: Patagonia: A Green Business ModelDATE: 10/14/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Brooks Scott, PatagoniaLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This discussion will feature Patagonia, a leading manufacturer of environmentally conscious clothing. There will be a presentation on the company’s history, particularly its impact on the environment and how Patagonia views this as their mission statement: “Build the best product, do no unnecessary harm, use business to inspire and implement solutions to the environmental crisis.” We will also be discussing the impact of the company’s most recent project, The Footprint Chronicles.
TITLE: Chicago Green Homes Program: A Case Study DATE: 10/16/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Jay Keller, SPACE Architects and PlannersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar will present the making of a 3-Star Chicago Green Home from the perspective of the home owner and architect Jay Keller. Jay will present images and narration as he reflects on the building process and the building blocks of his home’s green design. He will discuss working with the designers, subcontractors, and other building professionals throughout the project. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: New Hand Dryer Technology: Sustainable, Hygienic and Cost-effectiveDATE: 10/21/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Matthew Cool, DysonLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This course lists the key characteristics and benefits of different hand drying methods, identifying the sustainability and financial cost issues associated with commercial hand dryers. Matthew will highlight the hygiene benefits of the new technology hand dryer, demonstrating how the new technology hand dryer conserves energy and reduces a buildings carbon footprint. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Beekeeping in ChicagoDATE: 10/23/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: John William Christman, CCGT Head Beekeeper LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar will cover the basics of beekeeping with a special emphasis on beekeeping in an urban setting. Topics covered include; 1) the history of beekeeping in North America, 2) basic bee biology, including some of the newer discoveries that have resulted from the “Beenome” project, 3) a discussion of colony collapsing disease (CCD) and the major pathogens and environmental pressures on honeybees, and 4) some basics of setting up and managing beehives at CCGT, including the production of honey and beeswax. There will be a hands-on demonstration of equipment and products and a generous supply of honey to consume!
TITLE: Wallcoverings: Then and NowDATE: 10/23/2010TIME: 10:00-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Lynn Galdoni, D.L. Couch LOCATION: Lecture Hall Gallery, Chicago Architecture Foundation, 224 South Michigan Avenue, ChicagoWallcoverings have been used for hundreds of years, but the industry has experienced a great deal of change in the last few years. This seminar will discuss past and current trends in wallcoverings and the Wallcoverings Sustainability Standard, which is currently in development. The following topics will be covered: recycling programs for wallcoverings, impact on Indoor Air Quality, life cycle analysis, and material choices, including vinyl, recycled-content and PVC-free wallcoverings. Sample materials will be on display. AIA/CEU 2
TITLE: Building Material Reuse: Bridging the Gap between Have & NeedDATE: 10/26/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Nathan Benjamin, PlanetReuseLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.As much as 40% of landfill waste comes from construction projects. The reuse of reclaimed materials—one of the purest forms of recycling—can drive down that number significantly while saving a project time and money. This session will illustrate the wide range of salvageable materials, demonstrate the most efficient process and timing for incorporating reclaimed materials into a project, and simplify the process for sourcing reclaimed materials. Case studies will offer practical, how-to examples for both material reuse and deconstruction. Bridging the gap between those who want reclaimed materials and those who have them available will make reuse easier, encouraging more designers, builders, owners and suppliers to mount the effort. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: Preparing Your Vintage Home for WinterDATE: 10/9/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Matt Cole, Neighborhood Housing ServicesLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.From greystones to bungalows to workers cottages, Chicagoans love their vintage homes. However despite their beauty and solid construction, these buildings can be drafty and costly to heat in winter. Join Matt Cole from Neighborhood Housing Services of Chicago to learn about practical, cost effective strategies for enhancing the comfort and energy efficiency of your vintage home while also preserving the architectural features - including those dependable, historic wood windows - that make it unique. Matt will also discuss important seasonal maintenance that can improve the health and safety of your family during the winter heating season.
TITLE: Living Building Challenge DATE: 10/12/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Brian Dolan, Living Building AmbassadorLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar provides a broad overview of the Living Building Challenge. This certification program covers all buildings at all scales and is a unified tool for transformative design, allowing us to envision a future that is socially just, culturally rich and ecologically benign. Whether your project is a single building, a park, a college campus or even a complete neighborhood community, Living Building Challenge provides a framework for design, construction and the symbiotic relationship between people and all aspects of the built environment.AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Energy Retrofit Results: Experience from
Chicago Case Studies
DATE: 10/5/2010
TIME: 6:00-8:00 PM
SPEAKER: Cheryl Pomeroy, eZing
LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.
Is improving energy efficiency in your home really simple and quick -- just buy a
product or call a contractor? energy auditors involved in home retrofits know the
challenges in crafting and overseeing a customized, cost-effective work plan for
your home. This seminar reviews several energy reduction retrofit jobs guided
by the presenter. The results include job costs, utility savings, and measured
improvement in air tightness. Included are photos and videos of work in progress
and use of utility analysis software to document results.
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Champion Systems–Moving Large Scale
Sustainable Infrastructure Forward
DATE: 10/7/2010
TIME: 5:30-8:00 PM
SPEAKER: Will Cordray, Harbour Contractors, Inc.
LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.
FEE: $10 members; $15 non-members
Strategies to build efficient and quality infrastructure environments have
taken leaps forward because of a major transportation project’s champion
systems. These systems, modeled closely after LEED™, have been implemented
in Illinois through a range of strategies including regulatory and voluntary
based models. With presentations outlining the models effectively “greening”
Chicago’s infrastructure, we can identify and compare why these systems have
grown successfully. Attendees will interact with representatives and panelists
involved in airports, highways, road ways and alleys to discuss what is essential
to pushing the quickly evolving sustainable infrastructure projects forward.
AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the
U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois
website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken
at registration.
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TITLE: Rainwater Harvesting and Condensate Recovery: New Tools for Sustainable Site DevelopmentDATE: 10/28/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Tom Barrett, Green Water Infrastructure, Inc.LOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Capturing and using rainwater is enjoying revival as an alternate source of water enhancing the landscape. Up to 90% of the rain which falls onto a site can be captured, stored, and used to create a sustainable community. Additionally, the water condensing from air conditioning units during the summer months in hot humid areas can produce hundreds of gallons of water each day. It is possible to combine rainwater harvesting and condensate recovery to irrigate the landscape. This use of locally produced, non-potable water helps develop a “natural approach” to efficient use of water and relieve stormwater management issues. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Ecology of DesignDATE: 10/30/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Michael Iversen, University of Illinois at ChicagoLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.The Ecology of Design is based on the study of integrated human/natural environments as complex dynamical ecosystems, which are being stressed from the convergence of urbanization, fossil-fuel energy depletion, and climatic change. Using an ecosystem-based approach, design is viewed as the intentional shaping of energy, material, information and monetary flows that act as inputs and outputs of an urbanized ecosystem. The inventory and analysis of these system flows serves as the basis for informed design decisions and policymaking. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: LEED™ Professional Credentials & MaintenanceDATE: 11/2/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Katie Kaluzny, USGBC–Illinois ChapterLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This session will explore the Green Building Certification Institute’s (GBCI) professional credential and maintenance system. You’ll learn about the new, tiered LEED™ exams, the Credential Maintenance Program (CMP), how to maintain your LEED™ AP status, and/or how to become a LEED™ Green Associate or LEED™ AP with Specialty. The session will also cover exam eligibility requirements, testing specifics and available study tools and resources. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Green Furniture - Redesign It!DATE: 11/6/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Ashlie Langan, Covers UnlimitedLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This session will take a look at the furniture industry’s impact on the environment and offer insight into more sustainable options: reuse, redesign and reupholstering existing furniture. Ashlie Langan, design consultant and project manager at a local reupholster shop, will inspire you to take a look at that worn sofa or your grandmother’s dining chairs in a whole new light! She will discuss the process of reupholstering various furniture types and the resources available, from the most appropriate material options to the best vintage and resale shops. She will also touch on various foams available and which are the most environmentally friendly options.
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TITLE: Case Study: Logan Square Kitchen DATE: 9/28/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Zina Murray, Logan Square Kitchen; Jean Dufresne, SPACE Architects+Planners; Sachin Anand, dbHMSLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Logan Square Kitchen is a shared commercial kitchen incubator and private event space located at 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave. This seminar chronicles the transformation of a blighted foreclosure at 2333 N. Milwaukee Ave. into a LEED™ Gold Commercial Interior. Key elements include historic preservation, operating a social enterprise, local salvaged materials, energy efficiency, and commercial kitchen design. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: What Consumers Should Know About Forest CertificationDATE: 9/30/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Bill Maniates, Totem LumberLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Bill Maniates, a veteran of the lumber industry, will discuss what consumers should know about forest certification before purchasing wood products for their projects. The presentation will give a short history of the major forest certification systems, logos to look for, what assurances a chain of custody provides the consumer and the rapid growth of certification. Mainstream certified wood products are becoming more widely available in the market place. A variety of samples of FSC, SFI and the Canadian Forest Certification products will be on display for the audience to explore. AIA/CEU: 2
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TITLE: Building a Furnace-free House in ChicagolandDATE: 9/21/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Tom Bassett-Dilley, Architect; Marko Spiegel, CTI; Mary Chris Jaklevic, HomeownerLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Learn what it takes to build an ultra-efficient, furnace-free house on an urban lot. Members of the project team for the Jaklevic/Schuster home in Oak Park will discuss how they dramatically reduced energy use with thick insulation and an airtight shell, inspired by German passive houses. The house is heated by the sun, appliances and occupants’ bodies. Presenters will explain how super- insulation, solar orientation, compactness, mechanical systems, lighting and appliance selection factor into the energy-efficient design. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Indoor CompostingDATE: 9/23/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Amber Gribben, Urban Worm GirlLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.learn about the benefits of composting your food scraps and paper waste using different methods of indoor composting, including vermicomposting and Bokashi. Urban Worm Girl will teach you how these simple, clean, and odorless methods of composting can be done in your house, condo, or apartment. Plus, you’ll learn some amazing facts about earthworms while you’re there!
TITLE: Green Solutions to Textile ChoicesDATE: 11/9/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Madhoolica Dear, Design ProfessionalLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Our clothing, furniture upholstery, drapes, carpeting, vehicle interiors, and so many other everyday items are covered in fabric and textiles. Unfortunately, the textile manufacturing process is extremely resource demanding, using up to 3,000 liters of water to make one shirt! In addition, there are many toxic materials and processes involved in fabric and textile production, leaving you and your family at risk to over-exposure. Join Madhoolica Dear for an exposé of the industry and green solutions to textile choices, making you a more informed consumer.
TITLE: Natural Finishes for Urban InteriorsDATE: 11/13/2010TIME: 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Anna Wolfson, Wolfson Earthen FinishesLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Natural finishes are exceptionally gentle on the planet, on a building’s fabric, and on the senses. Accessible earthen materials can be made into paints, plasters, glues, mass heat sinks, and architectural ornaments that contribute to the health and beauty of the urban residence or business interior. This hands-on class will cover a range of natural finishes, including the creation of clay paint and plaster to try and apply. We will discuss products on the market and raw recipes for these fascinating, non-toxic materials. Bring a brush and trowel if you have them, and a sample board if you’d like to take your trials home.
Please note: There is no fee for this seminar, but registration is limited to 20. Registration will be taken on a first-come, first-served basis at [email protected].
TITLE: Finding Green CareersDATE: 9/14/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Jason La Fleur, Alliance for Environmental SustainabilityLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Learn about jobs and careers in the new green economy. The goal is to discuss the future of sustainability, show you some of the many related career options and help you identify your role in this exciting field. The session then presents an overview of the top projected careers in the green economy and appropriate designations people can pursue on a career path.
TITLE: Getting the Ideal Lawn, Naturally!DATE: 9/18/2010TIME: 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Steve Pincuspy, Safer Pest Control ProjectLOCATION: Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.It is possible to have a beautiful lawn without using chemicals by switching to natural lawn care. Learn the basic steps to weed-free and lush grass without including harmful pesticides or synthetic fertilizers, chemicals that threaten our health, harm wildlife, and pollute the environment, ultimately destroying the biology and soils that grow good grass. Natural lawn care uses safe and effective organic products plus proper maintenance to create a naturally healthy and resilient lawn system; one that requires less time, energy and money. Whether you maintain your own lawn or use a professional, this session will teach you how to make a successful and sustainable transition.
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TITLE: Chicago Green Homes ProgramDATE: 11/16/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Timothy Heppner and Team, Chicago Green Homes ProgramLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.Building green generates a number of positive impacts, from the increased market value of a home to lowered CO2 emissions. The Chicago Green Homes Program (CGHP) provides an integrated design approach for homeowners, residential builders and developers looking to incorporate sustainable, “green” design into residential buildings. The CGHP equips participants with the tools and resources needed to meet their building goals, and ultimately achieve a more sustainable environment for us all. Join consultant Tim Heppner and CGHP team members for an interactive program discussion, including innovative design features, requirements and enrollment opportunities. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: Demystifying Green Building: Return on Investment (ROI) for Current Rating Systems—Analysis & ComparisonDATE: 11/30/2010TIME: 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Rich Mazzuca and Gary Keclik, Sustainable Environments by Design, LLCLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.This seminar focuses on the redefined, triple bottom-line relationship among societal, financial and ecological aspects of the built environment. It is organized to provide useful insights to those responsible for the design, construction, management, operation, leasing, and purchase or sale of real properties and associated transactions. Presenters Rich and Gary will provide an overview of sustainability rating systems and present ways in which their practical application can benefit ROI for building design and real estate professionals or property owners. We will explore how a building’s value depends upon relationships between the costs of construction and maintenance and the income it produces; including market forces and effective cost reductions that also benefit the environment. AIA/CEU: 2
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Greywater– It’s Not Just for Indoors Anymore DATE: 9/2/2010TIME: 5:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: George Tuhowski, Leopardo CompaniesFEE: $10 members; $15 non-membersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.When greywater design is being considered, applications for use outside the building are often overlooked. We will take a comprehensive look at the design and uses of greywater for the entire project – building and site. Attendees will interact with representatives and panelists involved in design, products and installation of greywater systems – both challenges and best practices. AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken at registration.
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SemiNar liStiNgS
Seminars are listed in chronological order. The certificate titles directly below are color-coded and cross referenced with the dots after each seminar description indicating towards which Green Tech U certificate each seminar counts.
• Architecture• Building & construction MAnAgeMent• engineering• green Business• green hoMe & gArden• interior design
Unless otherwise noted, pre-registration is required. You are welcome to attend any class independently of registering for a certificate track. Please note the location for each seminar.
TITLE: LEED™ Extra Credit: Chemical Cocktails – The Disconnect Between Product Selection, Final Specs & IAQ TestingDATE: 12/2/2010TIME: 5:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Melissa Ling, MetaChloros, LLCFEE: $10 members; $15 non-membersLOCATION: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd.current green building materials are either specified primarily on emission chamber studies or on their VOC content (g/L) in the case of adhesives, sealants, and surface finishes. Neither of these fully addresses the resulting chemical cocktail of the mix of building products into a typical finished occupied space. These issues will be explored in more depth through building modeling in order to assist project managers in answering the current question – to test or not to test for indoor air quality. Emission modeling will also assist project teams to determine the proper scheduling of the IAQ testing. Case studies will illustrate the top ten issues that lead to IAQ testing failure. AIA/HSW SD & GBCI CE Hours: 1.5
Please note: Registration for LEED™ Extra Credit Seminars administered by the U.S. Green Building Council-Illinois Chapter is taken through the USGBC-Illinois website at www.usgbc-Illinois.org. Pre-registration is required, payment is taken at registration.
