USGBC Iowa Chapter Chapter Meeting:
“Regenerative Design: Embracing Sustainable Sites”
SAVE THE DATE!
Wednesday, April 15, 2009
12:00 – 1:30pm
Des Moines Botanical Center
909 Robert D. Ray Drive
Des Moines, IA 50316
Program:
Presented by Ryan Peterson ASLA, Architecture & Design
Cost: Includes lunch
$20 USGBC Iowa Chapter members, $30 guests
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The next version of LEED, known as LEED v3, will launch on April 27, 2009. The new version of LEED recognizes new technologies and advancements in building science and prioritizes energy efficiency and CO2 emissions reductions.
The three main components of LEED v3 are: LEED 2009, the new version of the technical rating system; a more user-friendly, reliable and faster LEED Online; and an expanded building certification infrastructure based on ISO standards, administered by the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI).
USGBC is committed to supporting the transition to LEED v3 and is here to help every step of the way with expanded customer service hours, tutorials and new help features incorporated into LEED Online, and extensive webinars and other educational offerings. Visit www.usgbc.org/LEEDv3 for the latest information and support tools.
USGBC is the first stop for LEED and green building education. The LEED core curriculum is expanding and adapting to address changes to the LEED green building rating system and to help prepare professionals for the changes to GBCI's LEED professional credential.
Learn how USGBC's education programs are responding to LEED v3 and GBCI's changes to professional accreditation. http://www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1936
New LEED reference guides will be available for purchase beginning March 27, 2009.
» Learn about the new reference guides and how they support LEED 2009 rating systems. www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1970#2
» Learn what project teams currently using LEED should do. www.usgbc.org/DisplayPage.aspx?CMSPageID=1970#1
» Visit GBCI.org for more information on the changing credentialing program for professionals. www.gbci.org/
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SAVE THE DATE
May 31–June 2, 2009
Greening the Heartland Regional Conference
COBO Center, Detroit
LEED v3 to Launch April 27th
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Request for Proposal:
Green Building Training
The purpose of this request for proposals is to identify and select one or more parties to coordinate, develop, market, and deliver training to the buildings trade industry (i.e., architects, engineers, developers, builders, subcontractors, code officials, HVAC system installers, assessors, appraisers, etc) and building owners on sustainable building practices.
The training shall support quick and ongoing implementation of sustainable design and construction best practices for building rehabilitation, renovation and new construction efforts in Iowa's natural disaster affected areas and across Iowa. The training programs shall support construction and rehabilitation of safe, affordable, energy efficient, durable, and healthy buildings that capitalize on using existing infrastructure and project locations that promote walk ability, public health, sustainable land use planning, and protect natural resources. Responders to this request for proposals may propose to provide training on just one topic, some of the topics or all of the training topics identified in Section C at the following link.
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COSC Green Streets Seminar
Thursday, April 9th
11:30am – 1:00pm
West Des Moines Community Center
217 Fifth Street
Historic Valley Junction
West Des Moines, IA 50265
Program:
COSC is hosting a Learn and Lunch covering Iowa Department of Economic Development's Green Streets program on Thursday, April 9th from 11:30 am to 1:00 pm at the West Des Moines Community Center, 217 Fifth Street, Historic Valley Junction, West Des Moines. Visit www.icosc.com for more information.
Cost:
$20 including lunch
$10 for COSC members
RSVP:
Register here: https://app.etapestry.com/hosted/CenteronSustainableCommunit/OnlineDonation.html
or contact Emily at (515) 277-6222 or Info@icosc.com by Wednesday, April 8th.
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Earth Day in the Junction
Sunday, Åpril 19th
9:00am - 3:00pm
Historic Valley Junction
5th Street
West Des Moines
Program:
Exhibits ~ 9:00am - 3:00pm
5K Run/Walk ~ 9:00am
Children's Fun Run ~ 10:00am
Hybrid Mileage Contest ~ 11:00am
Live Music ~ 9:30am - 3:00pm
Cost:
FREE
$20/$25 for 5K Run
$10 for Kids Fun Run
More Information:
www.earthdayinthejunction.org
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Green Roof Workshop
"Green Solution - Green Roofs: An Energy Efficient and Stormwater Management Alternative"
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
8:30am - 5:00pm
Iowa Association of Municipal Utilities
1735 NE 70th Ave.
Ankeny, IA 50021
Program:
Learn about the details of Green Roof Design including energy efficiency, stormwater management advantages, roof structure and design, media and plant selection.
Cost:
$75 (Late Fee $85)
RSVP:
Register here: www.iowastormwater.org
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