This workshop is geared towards anyone interested in learning the best way to choose the best green materials. This is a practical training for designers, specifiers and other professionals to be able to identify, integrate and maintain green materials in projects.
Returning Workshop Attendees: You are entitled to a 10% discount off your next workshop. Learn more!
At the door registration will begin one half hour prior to the
workshop, only full Non-Member rates will be available the day of the
workshop. For more information regarding payments, credit card charges, or disputes, please contact Paul Buckman.
Workshop Benefits
Gain a complete understanding of how materials should be evaluated
Learn about the process and tools that support green materials selection.
Develop decision-making, procurement and materials management skills
Become familiar with the material certification systems and tools available to support
Included in this Workshop
Learn from the most direct Green Building resource in Northern California
Be a part of a small, interactive workshop led by expert professionals
Have the opportunity to learn and network with like-minded similar professionals
Be guided by a conceptually framing power point presentation
About the Instructors
Elaine Aye
As a principal at Green Building Services, Inc., Elaine brings a unique perspective to green building and sustainability initiatives. She represents, in her work and approach, the successful merger of the best of the interior design and architectural disciplines, materials specifications, and green building. Her multidisciplinary background and diverse project experience, which ranges from residential and commercial development to state of the art convention centers, distinguishes her in the green building industry. Elaine leads teams through the successful greening of their buildings and facilities management practices. Her realistic perspective on the impact and implementation of green building strategies ensures that GBS clients receive the critical information they need to make informed and smart decisions. By focusing on strategies that deliver the greatest value, Elaine consistently positions project teams to exceed their initial green building expectations. Her excellence as a communicator and results-driven focus keep projects teams on schedule, on budget and on target with their green building goals.
A registered Architect and LEED AP, Brian is recognized as an expert in
the area of green building and sustainable design and construction and
is personally dedicated to making high-performance and renewable-energy
systems more prevalent in commercial construction projects. His
lectures have helped to educate building owners and industry
professionals on environmental and passive design, photovoltaics and
other advanced technologies.
Refund and Cancellation Policy
Please email Paul Buckman
at least one week prior to the workshop to cancel attendance, transfer
to another workshop, or replace a workshop attendee. Please note the
following policies:
If you cancel at least a week beforehand, you will receive an 80%
refund. If you cancel within 7 days, you will receive a 20% refund.
Attendees can request a transfer of their
registrations a maximum of one (1) time. All transferred registrations
will incur a cancellation fee of $30.
A colleague from the same company may replace your reservation for a workshop with one week notice.
Should USGBC-NCC have to cancel the workshop, attendees can receive a
100% refund or transfer their registration to another scheduled
workshop.
