Click HERE for our April 2007 Newsletter!
Announcing LEED for Schools Workshop & Reception
May 9, 2007 8:00 a.m.
Presented by USGBC Arkansas
Doubletree Little Rock
Six chapters have been selected to host the first LEED for Schools Workshops in the nation. The first will be in Little Rock, Arkansas on May 9! Register today!
To register: www.usgbc.org/workshops/register
*MUST REGISTER THROUGH NATIONAL OFFICE*
Platinum Sponsor: Trane
For the OFFICIAL FLYER Click HERE!
For Help Registering Click HERE!
For LEED for Schools Speaker Bob Kobet's BIO Click HERE!
For the reception invitation Click HERE!
Congrats to our Emerging Green Builder Design Winners
Jonathan Opitz of Williams & Dean Architects and Patty Opitz of Polk Stanley Architects were the official winners of the Emerging Green Builders Design Competition.
To view their project board click HERE!
Project Synopsis: Solar orientation, prevailing winds, water collection and storage, thermal massing, and a strong connection to nature are the central themes of the Woodglen Solar Subdivision model house. These ideas are articulated through the emulation of indigenous southern archetypes, by learning strategies implemented prior to the advent of electricity. We attempted to emphasize the systems of the house, using them to create dynamic poignant moments where functions are highlighted for their beauty as well as their utility. This house blends old southern sensibilities with new materials and technology to create spaces that embrace nature esthetically and mechanically.
For a better look click HERE!
Congratulations Patty and Jonathan! See the EGB page for further details.
Announcement: Arkansas Chapter State Board Meeting
When: May 30, 2007 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m.
RSVP (501) 244-2332 or info@usgbcar.org.
Welcome our Newest National Members
So far in April 2007, USGBC National Office has approved the following new members from the state of Arkansas. The members are as follows:
Welcome new National Members!
For a list of all National Members from the state of Arkansas go HERE.
GREENBUILD 2007: New Dates for the Conference in Chicago
Greenbuild is the annual conference hosted by the USGBC National office. In 2006, the conference drew over 12,000 attendees. The 2007 Conference will be hosted in Chicago from November 7 - 9. Visit www.greenbuildexpo.org for more information on pricing and sessions.
Arkansas Wins Chapter Advocacy Award at Greenbuild 2006
2006 Arkansas Chair Chris Ladner accepts Advocacy Award in Denver 11/2006
USGBC Arkansas applied for the chapter award in the Advocacy, Education, and Organizational Excellence categories. We were the recipient of the Chapter Award for Advocacy. Chris Ladner accepted the award at the USGBC Greenbuild Conference in Colorado this November. Special Congratulations to Martha Jane Murray and Mark Robertson for their continuing efforts to promote the concept of sustainability to our legislature. We should also offer congratulations to all of our board members that have supported our advocacy efforts over the past 4 years. This is an award that recognizes the continued efforts of a dedicated group of individuals that have focused their efforts on a goal that benefits us all.
Please view the full application for the Advocacy Application HERE.
For all the Chapter award winners at Greenbuild 2006 please go HERE.