USGBC - Redwood Empire Chapter presents

CALGreen for Non-Residential Building & Design

Contact

Chapter Administrator 
US Green Building Council - Redwood Empire Chapter 
info@usgbc-rec.org 
707-266-1264 

When

Thursday November 10, 2011 from 9:30 AM to 3:30 PM PST

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Redwood Credit Union 
3033 Cleveland Ave
Santa Rosa, CA 95403 

 
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Join the USGBC Redwood Empire Chapter on Thursday, November 10, for two  important educational workshops "CALGreen Non-Residential Code Review" and "Integrated Design for CALGreen Non-Residential Code Compliance".

Two sessions will help you gain a stronger position in your industry by increasing your understanding of what's neccessary to comply with the base mandatory CALGreen Code that went into effect in January.
CALGreen is the next generation update to TItle 24 and sets a new framework for recognizing and codifying an important set of risks to public health and safety not previously considered or addressed in the State's code of regulations. The code slashes water use, mandates the recycling of construction waste, and cuts back on polluting materials in new homes, schools and commercial buildings statewide.

With the Code applying to all occupancies, your clients and consumers will be the beneficiaries of smarter, healthier, more sustainable buildings, including reduced operating costs for building occupants, improved indoor air quality, reduced strain on restricted water and energy supplies, and an overall improved quality of life for Californians.  

Read a April 2011 USGBC press release with Dave Walls, Executive Director of California's Building Standards Commission who was asked about his thoughts by Jeremy Sigmon, Manager of Building Codes Advocacy at the US Green Building Council's headquarters in Washington, D.C.

The CALGreen code was a culmination of a three-year development process by California Building Standards Commission (CBSC), Housing and Community Development (HCD), the Division of State Architect, and the Office of Statewide Health Planning and Development. It was important to be open and transparent in the process, which included bringing together a wide variety of stakeholders to help with the direction and content of the code. The diversity of opinions and interest made for an interesting ride, and while the code may not be perfect, adding CALGreen to Title 24 is a major step forward toward meeting California's ongoing environmental policies.    

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10:00 AM - 12:15 PM  

CALGREEN NON-RESIDENTIAL CODE REVIEW WORKSHOP      (2 CE hours)

Presented by: Wayne E. Miller, Architect, General Contractor, LEED AP NC, and CALGreen Special Inspector

Through both lecture and hands-on exercises we'll explore the California Green Building Standards Code and share the intent, methodology and organizational structure of the code and prepares you to use it effectively.  

This workshop will cover:
1. Green building codes and standards overview
2. Working Effectively with CALGreen
3. Understanding Tier 1 & 2, Mandatory and Voluntary Measures
4. Non-Residential Mandatory Measures
5. Non-Residential Voluntary Measures
6. Working with Code Forms and Worksheets
7. Questions and Answers

Learning outcomes for this workshop:
1. Functional understanding of code structure and requirements
2. Ability to determine what green building measures will be required to comply with code
3. Ability to complete code compliance checklists and compliance forms 
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1:00 PM - 3:30 PM     

INTEGRATED DESIGN FOR CALGREEN NON-RESIDENTIAL CODE COMPLIANCE   (2.5 CE hours)

Presented by: Wayne E. Miller, Architect, General Contractor, LEED AP NC, and CALGreen Special Inspector and Claudia Cleaver, LEED AP  

Through lecture and hands-on exercises, we'll explore the collaborative design process that integrates green building measures into new, non-residential projects to achieve CALGreen code compliance in California.

This workshop will cover:
1. Developing an integrated green building and CALGreen compliance strategy during preliminary design.
2. Finalizing green building measures during Design Development.
3. Documenting green building measures for CALGreen Compliance during Construction
4. Document preparation


Learning outcomes for this workshop:
1. Ability to collaboratively create a green building and CALGreen compliance strategy at early stages of design
2. Ability to develop and integrate cost effective green building measures into design
3. Ability to appropriately document green building measures in the construction documents
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Attend one or both of the workshops. Lunch is from 12:15-1:00p.  A boxed lunch is included only for attendees registered for both workshops.  

 

Cost:

AM Workshop ONLY - $55.00 for non-members, $45.00 for Redwood Empire Chapter members

PM Workshop ONLY - $55.00 for non-members, $45.00 for Redwood Empire Chapter members

AM & PM Workshop - $100.00 for non-members, $80.00 for Redwood Empire Chapter members. Lunch included when registering for both! 

 

REGISTRATION IS REQUIRED.   

It's easy - just click the REGISTER NOW button on the left. 

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Can I share a ride? But of course! 

In our continual goals to reduce our impact on our planet, we encourage carpooling and offer the chance for you to indicate this on your registration. A day or two prior to the event, we'll share your email address with those interested for coordination.

More about the USGBC Redwood Empire Chapter

 The US Green Builidng Council Redwood Empire Chapter mission is to promote the design, construction and operation of buildings in Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Mendocino, Lake, Humboldt and Del Norte Counties that are environmentally responsible, profitable and healthy places to live, work and learn.

As the leading voice in education, advocacy and the transformation to sustainability, the Chapter provides networking, education classes, and activities throughout the Redwood Empire Region of Marin, Sonoma, Napa, Lake, Mendocino, Humboldt and Del Norte Counties. The Chapter has long understood how the environmental and sustainable movement can revitalize and energize our economy and culture. Members consist of leaders in regenerating and sustaining healthy buildings and communities.


USGBC Chapters allow people to join USGBC as individuals. USGBC National allows corporate members to join at the national level. Corporate members also join local chapters as individuals to enjoy benefits in their region.

Joining the local chapter connects you with green building experts in your area to share strategies, resources, best practices, tour projects, networking and more. Redwood Empire Chapter members include manufacturers, architects, engineers, designers, general contractors, building professionals, vintners, utilities, insurers, government and other organizations all working to supporting leading-edge green building and community design.

Begin enjoying the value of this membership today!  
1. Go to www.usgbc.org
2. Click join a Chapter
3. Register with a Log-in
4. Select the Redwood Empire Chapter
5. Select membership type
6. Pay by check or credit card     

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