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Register Now for the October 16 LEED for New Construction Technical Review!
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Late Registration Begins Thursday, October 9!
WHAT: This full day workshop is designed for those who need to implement the LEED for New Construction
Rating System on a project and for those preparing for the LEED AP
exam. This course walks you through the rating system using examples,
case studies and exercises to reinforce learning.
WHEN: Thursday, October 16, 2008
8:30 am - 5:00 pm (Registration begins at 8:00 am)
WHERE: Alberici Headquarters - 8800 Page (63114)
COST: $345, National USGBC Members; $445, non-members
Late Registration (begins October 9) - $375, National USGBC Members; $495 non-members
For more information or to register, visit Greenbuild365.org.
Please note: the LEED AP Exam will be changing in 2009 after LEED 2009 is launched.
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Living Green & Building Green with Ed Begley, Jr.
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Mark Your Calendar for Saturday, October 11 when Ed Begley Jr. will be in St. Louis for an public forum and green building workshops! USGBC-STL will have a table at this free event, so be sure to stop by and visit! WHAT: Living Green & Building Green: Make your dream home a green home with Ed Begley, Jr. WHEN: Saturday, October 11, 2008. Exhibits open at noon. Ed Begley, Jr. will speak at 1 pm and green building workshops at 3 pm. WHERE: St. Louis Community College at Forest Park, Student Center ( map) For more information or to register, visit www.mygreencottagestl.com. Sponsorship and exhibit opportunities are still available.
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October 13 ASHRAE Lunch Program
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WHAT: The October ASHRAE Lunch Program will feature Jeff Boldt, P.E., a principal at KJWW Engineering Consultants. During the Tech Session, Jeff will cover ASHRAE 90.1 - Health Care Facility Design Considerations and during the program, ASHRAE 90.1 - 30% Energy Reduction by 2010 WHEN: Monday, October 13. Tech Session begins at 10:55 am, lunch at 11:50 am and program at 12:10 pm. WHERE: Russo's Spazio at Westport, 12031 Lackland Rd-St Louis MO 63132 COST: $25.00 (covers Session I, II & Lunch) Register on-line here. For more information, visit the ASHRAE-St. Louis Chapter website.
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| October 15 USGBC-STL Program - Water Harvesting
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Join USGBC-STL for a great program on Water Harvesting. J.
Joe Scott, CPD, the Associate Vice
President and Senior Plumbing Designer for Cannon Design, will explore options available for the conservation
of water within a building. Among topics discussed will be
rainwater
harvesting, siphonic roof drainage, municipal water reuse, treatment methods,
and distribution options.
WHEN: Wednesday, October 15 - networking & registration at 5:30 pm, program at 6:15 pm
WHERE:
William A. Kerr Foundation
21
O'Fallon St., St. Louis, MO 63102 (map)
COST:
Free to
USGBC-STL members and students; $20 for non-members
RSVP to usgbc-stl@mobot.org or 314-577-0225
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USGBC 2009-2013 Strategic Plan
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The national USGBC has recently released its 2009-2013 Strategic Plan. The plan sets forth a very exciting vision for the next five years. Chapters are encouraged to adapt and adopt the plan and the St. Louis Regional Chapter leadership is in the process of doing just that!
There's a lot of work to do locally, around the country and around the world in order to achieve the goals and objectives in the Strategic Plan. USGBC-STL hopes you'll help us transform the built environment here in St. Louis by becoming a member of the Chapter, renewing your Chapter membership or getting involved in USGBC-STL committee!
Check out the USGBC 2009-2013 Strategic Plan
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| USGBC-STL Chapter Speakers Bureau Launches!
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USGBC-STL has officially launched a Speakers Bureau. After struggling with many requests coming in for speakers and presentations, the Advocacy Committee stepped up to the task to create a Speakers Bureau. See the Speakers Bureau list on the Chapter website (PDF).
Presentation requests should be e-mailed to usgbc-stl@mobot.org.
Interested in joining the USGBC-STL Speakers Bureau? You must be a USGBC-STL Member in good standing, review the Chapter Conflict of Interest Policy and sign a Conflict of Interest Acknowledgement form. We are looking for folks that are comfortable with public speaking and have knowledge of green building, USGBC and LEED. Contact Emily at (314) 577-0854 or usgbc-stl@mobot.org for more information!
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Missouri Clean Energy Initiative - On the Ballot Nov 4
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This fall, Missourians will have the opportunity to vote on Proposition C - Missouri Clean Energy Initiative. If passed the MO Clean Energy Initiative will require investor-owned utilities AmerenUE, Kansas City Power & Light, Aquila and Empire District Electric, to get 15% of their electricity from clean sources by 2021.
This sort of initiative is often called a Renewable Energy Standard (RES) and has already been implemented in 26 other states.
Learn more about the Missouri Clean Energy Initiative before the November 4 Election, including information on the Consumer Cost Savings Analysis (PDF).
The USGBC-STL endorses the Clean Energy Initiative because it will take a step
towards reducing global warming; heighten public awareness of the issues;
encourage the development of clean power generation in Missouri; and will allow energy consumers to demonstrate their desire for sustainable energy
practices.
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