BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Built Environment Plus - ECPv6.17.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Built Environment Plus X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Built Environment Plus REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20180311T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20181104T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20190310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20191103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20200308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20201101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20210314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20211107T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20221025T170000 DTSTAMP:20221018T163457Z CREATED:20220310T204334Z LAST-MODIFIED:20221018T163457Z UID:29627-1666702800-1666717200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Passive House Trades DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThe Introduction to Passive House Trades will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics\, review typical construction types\, windows and installation\, air barriers and insulation and new\, innovative PH products. It is crucial when working on Passive House buildings to properly install components\, understand how to correctly implement design details and assess and plan for the current and future performance of the building. This live online course is accompanied by mini video tutorials for various PH product installations\, plus incorporates actual building of Passive House details relevant to the US construction industry. This course is provided by The Passive House Network. \nParticipants will need to provide their own laptop with internet capabilities. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n4 AIA/HSW Continuing Education Units are available for this training. The Passive House Network is an AIA Continuing Education Provider. \nBackground photo by Henry & Co. on Unsplash \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About PHN\n The Passive House Network (PHN)\, formerly known as NAPHN\, is a high-performance building literacy program. We provide comprehensive\, high-quality Passive House education to stakeholders across the building industry – from architects and engineers\, to builders and developers\, to regulators and policymakers. We demystify the impact of design and construction choices\, form knowledge-sharing networks\, raise expectations\, and transform how professionals fundamentally think and work. \nPassive House is widely recognized as the most powerful tool we have today to produce buildings that rise to meet our challenges\, forming the cornerstone of climate mitigation and adaptation\, public health\, and equity impacts. Read The PHN Difference\, for a description of what makes us uniquely positioned in the US building industry. \nOur Vision: A sustainable\, post-carbon\, all-renewable energy future – supported by buildings that are efficient\, comfortable\, affordable\, resilient\, and healthy. \nOur Mission: The transformation of the built environment\, using the tools developed by the Passive House Institute\, is a critical effort to combat global warming. We provide training\, conferences\, and other events to both engage and educate design and building professionals\, policymakers\, and the general public. We support the success and vitality of the Passive House community. \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Should I Attend this Course?\n Learn Passive House standards and their implementation during construction. \nDiscover best practices for passive house design implementation \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend?\n \n\n\nThis course was developed for a wide range of student profiles include architects\, MEP and structural engineers\, facade\, energy and sustainability consultants\, contractors\, developers\, policymakers\, regulators\, and more. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nDescribe the five key principles of Passive House projects. \nSummarize typical materials and methods used for insulation and air barriers on Passive House projects \nExplain challenging details seen on wood and steel framed construction projects and propose solutions on how these can be overcome. \nDescribe the common approaches for air barrier application and insulation installation on residential and commercial projects. \nExplain systems that can be used to provide space conditioning and ventilation on Passive House projects. \nDescribe the documentation requirements needed for Passive House certification and identify how it overlaps with the overall quality assurance process. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 4th\, 2022\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Learn more and get in contact. \nCourse ID# 1135247 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/introduction-to-passive-house-trades-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IntroPHTrades_HenryCo_Upsplash-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20220602T170000 DTSTAMP:20220310T200932Z CREATED:20220310T200158Z LAST-MODIFIED:20220310T200932Z UID:29616-1654174800-1654189200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Introduction to Passive House Trades DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThe Introduction to Passive House Trades will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics\, review typical construction types\, windows and installation\, air barriers and insulation and new\, innovative PH products. It is crucial when working on Passive House buildings to properly install components\, understand how to correctly implement design details and assess and plan for the current and future performance of the building. This live online course is accompanied by mini video tutorials for various PH product installations\, plus incorporates actual building of Passive House details relevant to the US construction industry. This course is provided by The Passive House Network. \nParticipants will need to provide their own laptop with internet capabilities. \n4 AIA/HSW Continuing Education Units are available for this training. The Passive House Network is an AIA Continuing Education Provider. \nBackground photo by Henry & Co. on Unsplash \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About PHN\n The Passive House Network (PHN)\, formerly known as NAPHN\, is a high-performance building literacy program. We provide comprehensive\, high-quality Passive House education to stakeholders across the building industry – from architects and engineers\, to builders and developers\, to regulators and policymakers. We demystify the impact of design and construction choices\, form knowledge-sharing networks\, raise expectations\, and transform how professionals fundamentally think and work. \nPassive House is widely recognized as the most powerful tool we have today to produce buildings that rise to meet our challenges\, forming the cornerstone of climate mitigation and adaptation\, public health\, and equity impacts. Read The PHN Difference\, for a description of what makes us uniquely positioned in the US building industry. \nOur Vision: A sustainable\, post-carbon\, all-renewable energy future – supported by buildings that are efficient\, comfortable\, affordable\, resilient\, and healthy. \nOur Mission: The transformation of the built environment\, using the tools developed by the Passive House Institute\, is a critical effort to combat global warming. We provide training\, conferences\, and other events to both engage and educate design and building professionals\, policymakers\, and the general public. We support the success and vitality of the Passive House community. \n \n \n \n \n \n Why Should I Attend this Course?\n Learn Passive House standards and their implementation during construction. \nDiscover best practices for passive house design implementation \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Attend?\n \n\n\nThis course was developed for a wide range of student profiles include architects\, MEP and structural engineers\, facade\, energy and sustainability consultants\, contractors\, developers\, policymakers\, regulators\, and more. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nDescribe the five key principles of Passive House projects. \nSummarize typical materials and methods used for insulation and air barriers on Passive House projects \nExplain challenging details seen on wood and steel framed construction projects and propose solutions on how these can be overcome. \nDescribe the common approaches for air barrier application and insulation installation on residential and commercial projects. \nExplain systems that can be used to provide space conditioning and ventilation on Passive House projects. \nDescribe the documentation requirements needed for Passive House certification and identify how it overlaps with the overall quality assurance process. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by May 12th\, 2022\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Learn more and get in contact. \nCourse ID# 1135247 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/introduction-to-passive-house-trades/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/IntroPHTrades_HenryCo_Upsplash-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210830T000000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210830T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T195736Z CREATED:20210711T195731Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T195736Z UID:22414-1630281600-1630330200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - HIGHER ED PERFORMING ARTS AND EDUCATION DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around adaptive reuse for performing arts and education spaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about transforming existing buildings to host performances\, arts education\, and creative collaboration.\n  \nMIT Theater Artsdesigned by designLABfor MIT \nPresenters:Sam Batchelor AIApartner\, designLAB \nKelly Haigh AIApartner\, designLAB \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nMiddlesex Community College New Academic Arts Centerdesigned by Leers Weinzapfel Associatesfor Middlesex Community College \nPresenters:Josiah Stevenson FAIAprincipal\, Leers Weinzapfel Associates \nKaren Osterchair of Performing Arts\, Middlesex Community College \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-higher-ed-performing-arts-and-education/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_ED-FAC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210823T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T195458Z CREATED:20210711T195451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T195458Z UID:22410-1629720000-1629725400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - RESIDENTIAL DESIGN DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around smart and sustainable renovation of single-family homes. Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about weighing demolition and new construction versus continued use as well as bringing sustainable design to the residential level.\n  \nPresenters:Jonathan Kantarprincipal\, Sage Builders \nRachel WhiteCEO\, Byggmeister Design Build \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-residential-design/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_HOUSING.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210816T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210816T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T194226Z CREATED:20210711T194220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T194226Z UID:22405-1629115200-1629120600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - MISSION-DRIVEN WORKPLACES DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around adaptive reuse for mission-driven workplaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about making existing buildings viable workplaces for innovators looking toward the future.\n  \nThe Swift Factorydesigned by Bruner/Cottfor Community Solutions \nPresenters:Jason Jewhurst AIApartner + principal\, Bruner/Cott \nTodd McCabeproject executive+ vice president of Project Services\, Consigli \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nGreentown Labsdesigned by Silverman Trykowski Associatesfor Greentown Labs \nPresenters:David Silverman AIAprincipal\, Silverman Trykowski Associates \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-mission-driven-workplaces/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_WORKPLACE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210809T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210809T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T193851Z CREATED:20210711T193846Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T193851Z UID:22400-1628510400-1628515800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - K-12 SCHOOLS DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around adaptive reuse and renovation for K-12 schools! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about making space for these essential learning places.\n  \nEliot Innovation Schooldesigned by Finegold Alexander Architectsfor Boston Public Schools \nPresenters:Rebecca Berry AIAprincipal + president\, Finegold Alexander Architects \nChristopher Lane AIAprincipal\, Finegold Alexander Architects \nTraci Griffith Walkerprincipal\, Eliot Innovation School \n— \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-k-12-schools/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_ED-FAC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210802T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210802T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T193004Z CREATED:20210711T192959Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T193004Z UID:22395-1627905600-1627911000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - COMMERCIAL WORKPLACES AND MIXED-USE DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around adaptive reuse for commercial workplaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about developer-driven workplace projects.\n  \nCongress Squaredesigned by Arrowstreetfor Related Beal \nPresenters:Kate Bubriski AIAdirector of Sustainability & Building Performance\, Arrowstreet \nAmy Korte AIApresident\, Arrowstreet \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nPost @ 200 Smithdesigned by CBTfor Anchor Line Partners \nPresenters:Maren Reepmeyer AIAprincipal\, CBT \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-commercial-workplaces-and-mixed-use/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_WORKPLACE.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210726T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T191952Z CREATED:20210711T191946Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T191952Z UID:22391-1627300800-1627306200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - MULTIFAMILY HOUSING DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around multifamily existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about senior living and affordable housing.\n  \nMystic Waterworksdesigned by DiMella Shafferfor Somerville Housing Authority \nPresenters:Brian Langtondirector of Modernization\, Somerville Housing Authority \nFrank Valdez AIAprincipal\, DiMella Shaffer \n— \nArlington Pointdesigned by ICON Architecture \nPresenters:Bethany Moody AIAproject architect\, ICON Architecture \nAdditional presenters to be announced. \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-multifamily-housing/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_HOUSING.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210721T133000 DTSTAMP:20210812T222140Z CREATED:20210617T202938Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210812T222140Z UID:21233-1626868800-1626874200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Dangers of PFAS Chemicals in the Built Environment DESCRIPTION:BE IN THE KNOW\n \n \n \n \n \n Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of chemicals that are found in a wide range of building products\, including roofing\, paints and coatings\, sealants\, caulks\, adhesives\, fabrics and more. PFAS provide desirable functions such as weatherproofing\, corrosion prevention\, lubrication\, friction reduction\, and grease and water resistance\, but they don’t break down\, and can bioaccumulate in the soil\, water\, and even in living things. Health studies of some PFAS show them to be hazardous to humans\, with documented effects including kidney and testicular cancer\, elevated cholesterol\, liver disease\, decreased fertility\, and thyroid problems. \nA recently released report\, “Building a Better World: Eliminating Unnecessary PFAS in Building Materials” by researchers at the Green Science Policy Institute\, provides an introduction to this class of chemicals\, and shows they’re ubiquitous in products used in our sector. The good news is that work done by the AEC community over the last decade to drive the market toward healthier materials has resulted in a plethora of transparency labels and optimized products\, so the transformation framework needed to accelerate the reduction of PFAS in building products is in place. Regulations\, on both the state and federal level\, are also under development\, and when enacted\, should provide a clear signal to manufacturers to eliminate PFAS in certain consumer products\, and develop safer alternatives. \nThe goal of the session is to help all interested parties understand where PFAS might be found\, develop strategies to eliminate them in their work\, and illuminate the long term efforts needed to identify safer alternatives for use in buildings. In addition to presentations by experts\, small group sessions will be used to ensure everyone has an opportunity to engage and increase their understanding. \nPrior to the workshop: It is recommended participants review the Green Science Policy Institute Report on this page\, as well as\, the video on the hazards of PFAS. \n  \n  \nThis event is approved for the following continuing education credits: \n\n1.5 LU/HSW AIA credits\n1.5 General LFA CE credits\n\n \n  \nWorking Agenda: \n\nWelcome by BE+ Clean Water Action\nIntroduction – Integrated Ecostrategy\nOverview of the Problem – Green Science Policy Institute\n#1: Prioritization\n#2: Action\nClosing\n\n  \nSpeakers: \n\nMeredith Elbaum\, Executive Director of Built Environment Plus\nLaura Spark\, Sr. Policy Advocate at Clean Water Action (MA)\nHannah Ray\, Ph.D\, Science and Policy Fellow at Green Science Policy Institute\nCharley Stevenson\, Principal at Integrated Eco Strategy\n\n  \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nUnderstand the basics of perfluorinated chemicals and how they function in building products.\nBegin to identify PFAS in your scope of influence–in the products you make\, specify\, and/or purchase.\nDevelop an action plan for identifying PFAS in products in whatever space you practice.\nDevelop strategies for eliminating PFAS in your work and the wider building community.\n\n  \nAlternative Title: Addressing PFAS in the Built Environment for Public and Environmental Health \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n READ THIS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n WATCH THIS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n HOST\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PARTNERS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPONSOR\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n JOIN US\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \nSCHOLARSHIP FORM \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Don't let cost keep you from participating. Scholarships for our events and trainings are provided by our friends at the R.W. Kern Center. Apply for free admission.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Job Title\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Company\n \n \n \n \n \n \n What would free registration to Addressing PFAS in the Built Environment do for you?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n How will you use this opportunity to help others?\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9 + 7 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/addressing-pfas-in-the-built-environment-for-public-and-environmental-health/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,Living Future Collaborative ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/DangerPFASChemicals.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210719T133000 DTSTAMP:20210711T191349Z CREATED:20210711T191258Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210711T191349Z UID:22381-1626696000-1626701400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings - STUDENT LIFE DESCRIPTION:Register with the Boston Society for Architecture (BSA)\n \n \n \n \n \n Build the will around higher education existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about projects at Boston University and Emerson College.\n  \nThe Little Buildingdesigned by Elkus Manfredi Architectsfor Emerson College \nPresenters:Ross Cameron RIBAvice president\, Elkus Manfredi Architects \nMargaret Ingsinterim vice president for Government & Community Relations\, Emerson College \nMichelle Lambertfounding principal\, Lambert Sustainability \n— \nAlan and Sherry Leventhal Centerdesigned by Goody Clancyfor Boston University \nPresenters:Dennis Carlberg AIAdirector of Sustainability\, Boston University \nLori Ferriss AIAdirector of Sustainability and Climate Action\, Goody Clancy \nArjun Mande AIAassociate principal\, Goody Clancy \n— \nInterested in the rest of the Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings series? Learn more here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/matter-opinion-existing-buildings-student-life/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/07/SNIP_ED-FAC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210414T150000 DTSTAMP:20210330T175435Z CREATED:20210325T230233Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210330T175435Z UID:19234-1618405200-1618412400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Breaking the Cost Barrier | Green Building Training Program DESCRIPTION:Photo by Sarah Gudeman via BSA \nBreaking the Cost Barrier? \nLike it or not\, money talks. In pursuing high performance\, there are many potential financial pitfalls. \nFor example\, the benefit of high performance envelope strategies are often washed out with overly-conservative HVAC sizing; using rules of thumb for system sizing makes it look like achieving targets are out of reach. And\, designers often are not aware of the impact of their design decisions on loads\, HVAC system design\, and construction cost. So\, improper investments are made that tip the balance away from achieving both energy and construction cost goals. \nIn other words\, using data to question and inform optimal design decisions is essential to achieve true high performance without driving up construction cost. The high performance goals extend beyond energy to address indoor environmental quality including thermal comfort and daylighting. The experts listed below\, will guide you through these challenges\, and approaches to deal with them\, using real world experiences and case studies to showcase each scenario. \nGet Ready to Play! \nBut\, beyond your typical training\, this session directly engages the attendees in a game that simulates the design decisions encountered on actual projects. In the game\, teams compete to achieve high performance goals\, while breaking the cost barrier. You will be surprised at what you learn through this hands-on process\, and how much fun you have doing it! \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Upon completion:\n\nparticipants will be able to describe what drives a peak heating and cooling load\, and how those related to annual energy consumption.\nparticipants will be able to explain the impact that envelope performance and amount of glass have on HVAC system sizing and first cost.\nparticipants will be able to dispel the myth that quality design\, superior energy performance (NZE)\, occupant satisfaction and low first costs are incompatible goals through real examples.\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n You and your business may be eligible to take this training for FREE! Learn more about this opportunity at our Green Building Training Program website. \n \n \n \n \n \n Green Building Training Program Information\n This course is now funded through the Commonwealth Workforce Training Fund’s Small Business Direct Access Program (SBDAP). If you are a small\, Massachusetts-based business that employs 100 people or less\, you and your employees may be eligible to take this training session for free! Learn more about this opportunity at our Green Building Training Program website. \n** This course will be hosted virtually. All attendees\, regardless of whether or not they are eligible for the Green Building Training Program (GBTP)\, must register for the course through our Eventbrite page. For GBTP participants\, your company’s enrollment in the Commonwealth Workforce Training Fund’s Small Business Direct Access Program (SBDAP) must be verified before you can access the Zoom link – unverified participants will not be let into the meeting. ** \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Alejandra Menchaca\, PhD\, LEED AP\, WELL AP\n Vice President | Thornton Tomasetti\nAlejandra is a Vice President in the Sustainability practice for Thornton Tomasetti.  She combines expertise in mechanical engineering and building science to give clients a clear understanding of the impact design strategies and innovative solutions have on long-term building performance. Alejandra leverages research and simulations to provide project teams with sustainable design knowledge and energy expertise. She is experienced in the design of both passive buildings and energy- and carbon-intensive structures such as laboratories and healthcare facilities. Her expertise also includes thermal comfort\, energy modeling\, daylighting\, embodied carbon\, and computational fluid dynamics. Alejandra holds a PhD from MIT in Mechanical Engineering\, and has taught courses on natural ventilation and energy in buildings both at MIT and the Harvard GSD. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Heather Jauregui\, LEED AP BD+C\, O+M\, CPHC\nDirector of Sustainability | Perkins Eastman\nHeather works as the Director of Sustainability at Perkins Eastman\, where she combines her passions for both research and architecture. As a firmwide resource\, she works internally to educate architects about sustainability\, and to provide them with easy access to key research and tools they need to integrate sustainability into the design process. As a project resource\, she works as an internal consultant to help guide sustainability throughout the design process from goal setting to strategy identification to measuring results. She is passionate about passive design\, building science\, indoor environmental quality\, and pre/post-occupancy evaluations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jacob Knowles\nDirector of Sustainable Design | BR+A\nAs Director of Carbon Neutral Planning at BR+A\, Jacob Knowles leads our sustainability consulting team. He is a Zero Net Energy guru\, spearheading millions of square feet of Carbon Neutral + Cashflow Positive projects. With the help of his team\, we have developed carbon neutral master plans and our projects have received awards such as AIA COTE Top Ten\, I2SL Go Beyond\, and major MA DOER high performance buildings and zero net energy grants. Jacob is also a board member of the Boston Society for Architecture. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jana Silsby\, AIA\, LEED AP\nK-12 Education Client Leader / Principal | DLR Group\nJana was highly involved with Greenbuild 2017\, where she developed Tours for the Greenbuild International Conference in Boston\, which included 29 tours that visited 80+ sites over three days\, as well as developed the RFP\, reviewed and compiled tour sites into tours\, and managed more than 60 volunteers. She is part of DLR Group’s Sustainability Forum\, the firm-wide group that provides sustainability strategy\, resources\, education\, analysis and supports teams in DLR’s integrated design process. Jana graduated from Ball State University with a Bachelors in Architecture and a Bachelors in Environmental Design. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/breaking-the-cost-barrier/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/03/BreakingTheCostBarrier.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20210325 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20210327 DTSTAMP:20210126T030233Z CREATED:20210126T030119Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210126T030233Z UID:18339-1616630400-1616803199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:NESSBE 2021: Power of Place DESCRIPTION:NESSBE 2021: Northeast Summit for a Sustainable Built EnvironmentPower of Place: Climate Action and Justice in the Built Environment\n\n\n\nNESSBE is a biennial northeast regional summit meant to include a larger community of building professionals\, owners\, academics\, policymakers\, advocates\, and students in a conversation about sustainability in the built environment. \nWe have less than a decade to reverse current greenhouse gas emissions trends to avoid the most devastating effects of climate change. The intention of this summit is to explore the means and solutions for meeting this challenge in the built environment\, while improving the quality of life for all CT residents\, and lifting up our most vulnerable communities. \nRegistration coming soon. Learn more HERE. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/nessbe-2021-power-of-place/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20210225T100000 DTSTAMP:20210616T152732Z CREATED:20200902T221407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T152732Z UID:16984-1614240000-1614247200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Net Zero Water and the Water/Energy Nexus DESCRIPTION:Home\nThe R.W. Kern Center Session | Oct. 15th\nIn the City Session | Dec. 9th\nThe Water/Energy Nexus Session | Feb. 25th\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The New England Living Building Collaborative is presenting a series of webinars on how water management\, water efficiency and water and energy nexus concepts can be incorporated into project planning\, design\, construction and operation. \nDeep Dive into Net Zero Water and the Water/Energy Nexus will explore how energy is involved with water by looking at the energy embodied in water infrastructure\, and the energy available from water and how these can be utilized to contribute to an overall energy budget. The implications of embodied and operational carbon in the built environment water cycle will be addressed. Case studies to be included in this third workshop will include thermal extraction of water from reuse water in Manhattan. Additional case studies may include geothermal and extraction of thermal energy from sewers are still underdevelopment and will be announced as the workshop is refined. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL PROMOTION\nEarly Bird Series PackageRegister for all three courses\,get one FREE! \nFind this deal in the registration window below \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sheng ChuSenior Project Engineer  | Natural Systems Utilities\nSheng Chu is a Senior Project Engineer at Natural Systems Utilities \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Michael RedfearnSenior Vice President | Homeyer Consulting Services\, Inc. \nMichael is a Marine Engineer with 30 years of experience in the specialty chemical industry for treated water systems.  He has worked as an independent water consultant with Homeyer Consulting Services for 25 years and is responsible for Managing 12 Field Consultants in the New York through Mid-Atlantic Region. Mike has developed monitoring programs\, management\, and forensic services for client water systems to assist in determining the success of their water treatment programs.  Evaluate corrosion\, scale\, and microbiological damage to multimillion-dollar investments in treated water systems.  Work with clients and water treatment vendors to develop and implement solutions to unfavorable conditions\, then verify and validate their continued success.  He has also\, developed customize water safety plans for the minimization of legionellosis risk in managed domestic water systems\, process water systems\, decorative water features\, and cooling water systems. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zach Gallagher\nExecutive Vice President | Natural Systems Utilities\nZach Gallagher is a licensed Professional Engineer\, a LEED Accredited and BPI Certified Professional holding BS and MS degrees from Rutgers University in Bio-Resource and Civil/Environmental Engineering. \nHe is currently the Executive Vice President for Water Reuse at Natural Systems Utilities (NSU) and serves on the Board of Directors as Vice Chair for the U.S. Green Building Council\, NJ Chapter. In 2007\, Mr. Gallagher partnered in Alliance Environmental\, an environmental engineering and sustainability consulting firm where he served as COO before its merger with NSU. Prior to this time he worked for Applied Water Management Group where he specialized in wastewater management planning and water reuse systems. \nMr. Gallagher’s current focus is on water reuse and complete integrated infrastructure approaches that combine water and energy with a concentration on handling the systems integration aspects and overall functionality.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bruce Douglas\, P.E.Vice President\, Business Development | Natural Systems Utilities\nBruce Douglas has over 32 years of experience in integrated water management\, specializing in the planning\, design\, construction\, and operation of integrated and onsite wastewater management systems for direct and indirect reuse. He has worked internationally\, in the Middle East\, Indonesia\, and China. Domestically\, Mr. Douglas has worked in both the public and private sectors in New England\, New York\, New Jersey\, Illinois\, Wisconsin\, and California. At NSU\, Mr. Douglas has lead the New England design-build and operations groups and is currently responsible for business development. He recently played a key role in the establishment of a public-private partnership for a private onsite wastewater treatment facility which will treat wastewater\, for indirect reuse\, from both private and municipal sources. Mr. Douglas is a registered Professional Engineer and a licensed wastewater treatment plant operator\, with a B.S. Degree from the University of New Hampshire and an M.S. degree from the University of Vermont. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n\nWhat are net zero water and the water-energy nexus?\nHow much energy is embodied in water infrastructure?\nHow can thermal energy be recovered from reclaimed water in a building?\nHow can consideration of the water/energy nexus be included in project planning\, design\, construction and operation?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n This webinar is approved for the following continuing education credits:\n2 General LFA CE credits – living-future.org/lfa/2 AIA LU|HSW2 GBCI CE Hours for LEED AP BD+C \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n Important information: when ordering a package deal\, it may take a few days to receive admission information for the courses included in the package. We thank you for your patience. \nBecome a Built Environment Plus Member to save an additional 15% on your registration! Become a member through Joinit then follow the on-boarding instructions to learn how to use your discount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scholarships\nAre you experiencing financial hardship and may have difficulty affording the course tuition? We have a limited number of scholarships available. Please fill out the scholarship application and we will get back to you as soon as possible about your eligibility. \n \n \n Apply Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/deep-dive-into-net-zero-water-and-the-water-energy-nexus/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Building Tour,Collaborations,Courses,Panel,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201209T100000 DTSTAMP:20210616T172906Z CREATED:20200902T221326Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T172906Z UID:16971-1607500800-1607508000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Net Zero Water in the City DESCRIPTION:Home\nThe R.W. Kern Center Session | Oct. 15th\nIn the City Session | Dec. 9th\nThe Water/Energy Nexus Session | Feb. 25th\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The New England Living Building Collaborative is presenting a series of webinars on how water management\, water efficiency and water and energy nexus concepts can be incorporated into project planning\, design\, construction and operation. \nDeep Dive into Net Zero Water in the City will focus on urban water reuse\, which has recently become practical in Massachusetts Water Resource Authority (MWRA) sewer service communities\, due to a 2019 housekeeping rule revision. To introduce how urban water reuse works\, case studies from Battery Park City and other projects in New York City will be highlighted\, as urban onsite water reuse has been in place in Manhattan since 2002. Onsite water ruse is currently embraced by the NYC Department of Environmental Protection as a means of water efficiency and conservation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL PROMOTION\nEarly Bird Series PackageRegister for all three courses\, get one FREE! \nFind this deal in the registration window below \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Zach Gallagher\nExecutive Vice President | Natural Systems Utilities\nZach Gallagher is a licensed Professional Engineer\, a LEED Accredited and BPI Certified Professional holding BS and MS degrees from Rutgers University in Bio-Resource and Civil/Environmental Engineering. \nHe is currently the Executive Vice President for Water Reuse at Natural Systems Utilities (NSU) and serves on the Board of Directors as Vice Chair for the U.S. Green Building Council\, NJ Chapter. In 2007\, Mr. Gallagher partnered in Alliance Environmental\, an environmental engineering and sustainability consulting firm where he served as COO before its merger with NSU. Prior to this time he worked for Applied Water Management Group where he specialized in wastewater management planning and water reuse systems. \nMr. Gallagher’s current focus is on water reuse and complete integrated infrastructure approaches that combine water and energy with a concentration on handling the systems integration aspects and overall functionality.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bruce Douglas\, P.E.\nVice President\, Business Development | Natural Systems Utilities\nBruce Douglas has over 32 years of experience in integrated water management\, specializing in the planning\, design\, construction\, and operation of integrated and onsite wastewater management systems for direct and indirect reuse. He has worked internationally\, in the Middle East\, Indonesia\, and China. Domestically\, Mr. Douglas has worked in both the public and private sectors in New England\, New York\, New Jersey\, Illinois\, Wisconsin\, and California. At NSU\, Mr. Douglas has lead the New England design-build and operations groups and is currently responsible for business development. He recently played a key role in the establishment of a public-private partnership for a private onsite wastewater treatment facility which will treat wastewater\, for indirect reuse\, from both private and municipal sources. Mr. Douglas is a registered Professional Engineer and a licensed wastewater treatment plant operator\, with a B.S. Degree from the University of New Hampshire and an M.S. degree from the University of Vermont.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Hannah DohertyPolicy Analyst | New York City Department of Environmental Protection\nHannah Doherty is a Policy Analyst at the New York City Department of Environmental Protection (DEP). She works with the Integrated Water Management group\, supporting the management of New York City’s water resources and identifying cost-effective approaches to balancing regulatory and long-term sustainability goals. Hannah is the project manager for the Water Conservation and Reuse Grant Pilot Program\, the Water Conservation Challenge to Universities\, and helps promote water reuse and conservation through research and data analysis. Prior to DEP\, Hannah worked internationally for four years as an operations analyst\, where she monitored and promoted water and energy conservation projects. Hannah holds a Master of Environmental Management degree from Duke University and a Bachelor of Arts degree in Environmental Studies from Mount Holyoke College. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Kathy Watkins\, P.E.Assistant Commissioner / City Engineer | City of Cambridge\nKathy is the Assistant Commissioner / City Engineer with the City of Cambridge Department of Public Works. She oversees the design and construction of city infrastructure including the City’s $175M Public Investment Plan\, as well as permitting private development in the City. She has been actively engaged with climate change preparedness and working to improve Cambridge’s resiliency through city projects\, regional collaboration\, and design standards for new development projects. Key to these climate change efforts has been the development of the City’s innovative floodviewer tool that provides projected flood information on a parcel level to help property owners understand the risks associated with climate change. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n\nWhat is net zero water and why would one reuse water in a city?\nHow water balance planning should be incorporated into a project at the planning steps?\nHow does urban onsite water reuse work\, and how can it benefit a project’s water balance?\nWhat are the opportunities for urban water reuse in New England in general and Massachusetts in particular?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n This webinar is approved for the following continuing education credits:\n2 General LFA CE credits – living-future.org/lfa/2 AIA LU|HSW2 GBCI CE Hours for LEED AP BD+C\, LEED AP Homes\, LEED AP ID+C\, LEED AP O+M\, and LEED Green Associate. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important information: when ordering a package deal\, it may take a few days to receive admission information for the courses included in the package. We thank you for your patience. \nBecome a Built Environment Plus Member to save an additional 15% on your registration! Become a member through Joinit then follow the on-boarding instructions to learn how to use your discount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scholarships\nAre you experiencing financial hardship and may have difficulty affording the course tuition? We have a limited number of scholarships available. Please fill out the scholarship application and we will get back to you as soon as possible about your eligibility. \n \n \n Apply Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/deep-dive-into-net-zero-water-in-the-city/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Building Tour,Collaborations,Courses,Panel,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20201015T100000 DTSTAMP:20210616T172149Z CREATED:20200902T221106Z LAST-MODIFIED:20210616T172149Z UID:16940-1602748800-1602756000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Deep Dive into Net Zero Water at the R.W. Kern Center DESCRIPTION:Home\nThe R.W. Kern Center Session | Oct. 15th\nIn the City Session | Dec. 9th\nThe Water/Energy Nexus Session | Feb. 25th\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The New England Living Building Collaborative is presenting a series of webinars on how water management\, water efficiency and water and energy nexus concepts can be incorporated into project planning\, design\, construction and operation. \nDeep Dive into Net Zero Water at the R.W. Kern Center will focus on the R.W. Kern Center\, at Hampshire College in Hampshire MA as a case study. The R.W. Kern Center received Living Building Challenge (LBC) certification\, with a very robust means of addressing the LBC’s water petal needs\, without connection to the municipal sewer. The Center features a net-positive water system\, meaning that 100% of the building’s water is sourced\, processed\, and managed on site.  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPECIAL PROMOTION\nRegister for all three courses\,get one FREE! \nFind this deal in the registration window below \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Speakers\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sara DraperDirector of Educational Program and Outreach | R.W. Kern Center\, Hampshire College\nAs the R.W. Kern Center director and self-proclaimed “chief building ambassador” Sara works across campus and beyond to make the most of the educational and influential potential of the RWKC. Through building tours\, research partnerships\, courses\, community events\, and outreach to other LBC projects\, she showcases the RWKC as a powerhouse of educational innovation and a model for positive environmental change. Sara previously worked as a sustainability strategist at Bruner/Cott\, a Cambridge architectural firm\, and was part of the R.W. Kern Center project team. She’s an active member of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association\, and with the Association for the Advancement of Sustainability in Higher Education and the Massachusetts Living Building Collaborative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher Chamberland\, P.E.Principal Civil Engineer | Berkshire Design Group\nMr. Chamberland has nine years of experience in site development\, roadway\, and utility design for various public and private clients in New England and the New York City area. His past projects include public plazas\, subdivisions\, municipal roadways\, site design for institutional facilities\, airports and public transit facilities. His work on a wide variety of civil engineering projects in rural\, suburban and urban settings have provided the experience necessary to take on most any design challenge. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher Nielson Architect | Bruner/Cott\nChristopher is passionate about design that respects our building heritage\, supports community\, and addresses the issues of climate change. As project architect for the Kern Center\, Christopher brought project goals and ideas to life\, working closely with the rest of the project team to ensure that the rigorous criteria of the Living Building Challenge were met. Christopher regularly speaks at national and regional conferences ranging in topics from net zero water and energy design\, and currently serves as a committee member on the Climate Action Protection Committee\, the Envision Cambridge Environmental Committee\, and recently completed a term on the National Council for Architectural Registration Board’s Strategic Focus committee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Bruce Douglas\, P.E.Vice President\, Business Development | Natural Systems Utilities\nBruce Douglas has over 32 years of experience in integrated water management\, specializing in the planning\, design\, construction\, and operation of integrated and onsite wastewater management systems for direct and indirect reuse. He has worked internationally\, in the Middle East\, Indonesia\, and China. Domestically\, Mr. Douglas has worked in both the public and private sectors in New England\, New York\, New Jersey\, Illinois\, Wisconsin\, and California. At NSU\, Mr. Douglas has lead the New England design-build and operations groups and is currently responsible for business development. He recently played a key role in the establishment of a public-private partnership for a private onsite wastewater treatment facility which will treat wastewater\, for indirect reuse\, from both private and municipal sources. Mr. Douglas is a registered Professional Engineer and a licensed wastewater treatment plant operator\, with a B.S. Degree from the University of New Hampshire and an M.S. degree from the University of Vermont. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n\nWhat is net zero water?\nWhat are the benefits of net zero water to the building owner and user(s)?\nHow can proactive planning and permitting achieve net zero outcomes in building design?\nHow net water is integrated in to site and building design?\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Thank You to Our Sponsors \n \n \n \n \n \n Natural Systems Utilities\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n NSU is a national leader in water reclamation and reuse innovation. We currently operate over 240 systems along with 160 innovative/alternative Title V facilities across the United States\, including the largest base of reuse and natural treatment systems. Our approach offers clients fully integrated and cost effective solutions that incorporate award-winning innovations in system design. NSU has built the unique capability to structure a full range of design\, build\, operations and ownership project solutions. Our reputation has been built on best in class execution capability\,  and on long term shared-value partnerships with the people and communities we serve. Learn more about Natural Systems Utilities here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n R.W. Kern Center\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The R.W. Kern Center is the 17th certified Living Building in the world\, an embodiment of Hampshire’s values in practice and ideas in action. It meets the stringent requirements of the world’s most advanced green building standard\, the Living Building Challenge: it generates its own electricity\, collects and treats its own water\, and is built with local\, non-toxic\, and low-carbon materials. The 17\,000-sq-ft building is a major piece of Hampshire’s broad sustainability initiatives to make campus operations carbon neutral. This multi-functional building also serves as a living laboratory where students and the public study its innovative systems and performance. Learn more about the R.W. Kern Center here. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Important information: when ordering a package deal\, it may take a few days to receive admission information for the courses included in the package. We thank you for your patience. \nBecome a Built Environment Plus Member to save an additional 15% on your registration! Become a member through Joinit then follow the on-boarding instructions to learn how to use your discount. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Scholarships\nAre you experiencing financial hardship and may have difficulty affording the course tuition? We have a limited number of scholarships available. Please fill out the scholarship application and we will get back to you as soon as possible about your eligibility. \n \n \n Apply Here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/deep-dive-into-net-zero-water-at-the-r-w-kern-center/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Building Tour,Collaborations,Courses,Panel,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20201007 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20201009 DTSTAMP:20201001T152516Z CREATED:20201001T152511Z LAST-MODIFIED:20201001T152516Z UID:17323-1602028800-1602201599@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Zero Carbon Conference 2020 DESCRIPTION:Zero Carbon Conference: Scaling our decarbonized future. \nThis exciting inaugural event is focused on the intersection of finance\, the A/E/C community\, and the building materials industry. The Zero Carbon Conference will knit together our community of developers\, architects\, engineers\, contractors\, interior designers\, and responsible manufacturers who are realizing zero carbon buildings and communities—along with ESG investors who can accelerate the decarbonized investments that are critical to bring them to scale. \nJoin together with 700 international thought leaders\, practitioners\, and ESG investors under the shared understanding that our future depends on the equitable acceleration of decarbonized projects in the built environment. Through keynotes\, plenaries\, sessions and individual networking opportunities\, the Zero Carbon Conference will unite attendees to deliver the technology\, the materials\, the know-how\, and the financing to pave the way for scalable transformation in global decarbonization efforts. \nFeaturing Keynote Speakers Tom Steyer and Georges C Benjamin\, MD. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Steyer is well known for his climate activism and political grassroots organizing\, including founding  NextGen America\, a nonprofit organization that mobilizes young people ages 18-35 to turn out for progressive causes and candidates. \nDr. Benjamin is a well–known health policy leader\, practitioner and administrator. He currently serves as the executive director of the American Public Health Association\, the nation’s oldest and largest organization of public health professionals. \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n About the International Living Future Institute\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The International Living Future Institute is an environmental NGO committed to catalyzing the transformation toward communities that are socially just\, culturally rich and ecologically restorative. The Institute is premised on the belief that providing a compelling vision for the future is a fundamental requirement for reconciling humanity’s relationship with the natural world. The Institute operates the Living Building Challenge\, the world’s most advanced\, holistic performance standard for buildings. It is a hub for many other visionary programs that support the transformation toward a living future. Learn more at www.living-future.org. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/international-living-future-institute-zero-carbon-conference-2020/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,conference,Living Future Collaborative,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20200923 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20200925 DTSTAMP:20200908T154014Z CREATED:20200908T154009Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200908T154014Z UID:17120-1600819200-1600991999@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:BuildingEnergy NYC 2020 DESCRIPTION:Now in its ninth year\, BuildingEnergy NYC is a conference designed by and for practitioners in the fields of high-performance building and design\, energy efficiency\, and renewable energy. Last year’s event brought more than 400 professionals from across the industry together to learn from and network with one another. Every year\, sessions are chosen by a committee of NESEA Members and highlight best practices and lessons learned. \nThe 2020 event will take place as virtual conference and trade show on Wednesday & Thursday\, September 23 & 24. Through one virtual platform you can connect with colleagues\, view live demos and interactive breakouts from our sponsors and partners\, livestream 19 accredited sessions\, engage in discussion with speakers\, and access recorded content for a full year after the event. You can earn AIA\, BPI\, LEED GBCI\, PE\, RESNET\, and PHIUS CPHC CEUs. \nThe conference theme of BuildingEnergy NYC 2020 is Carbon. Given the urgency with which we must dramatically reduce carbon emissions\, we are expanding the scope of BuildingEnergy NYC beyond operational performance to include the carbon impact of buildings throughout their entire life cycle. We’ve come a long way in figuring out how to make buildings operate at peak efficiency; let’s now examine how these high-performing projects can operate effectively on a rapidly decarbonizing grid. \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n About the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) helps high-performance building and renewable energy professionals improve their practices by learning from and networking with each other. Founded in 1975\, it is a member-driven 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing the adoption of sustainable energy practices in the built environment. Learn more at nesea.org. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/buildingenergy-nyc-2020/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,conference,Courses,Panel END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200818T093000 DTSTAMP:20200814T181222Z CREATED:20200723T193933Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200814T181222Z UID:15606-1597737600-1597743000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:How Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings? DESCRIPTION:A conclusion to our conversation series New Perspectives on Health & Well-being features a discussion between Dr. Joseph G. Allen (Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health) and the series’ building industry experts.  \nOver eight weeks of early Tuesday morning conversations\, industry experts presented an overview of a specific COVID-19 mitigation topic\, through a sustainability lens. The conversations with attendees that followed addressed issues like what building owners are asking for\, which solutions are proving most effective\, and how these strategies measure up against various sustainability imperatives. In addition to the priority of human health through reduced viral transmission\, we discussed the long-term impacts on health (like ozone and UV exposure)\, the environment (like GHG emissions from increased energy use)\, and the economy (capital as well as operational cost).  \nOptimally\, building industry professionals in practice look holistically at all aspects of impact when making decisions. So to close the conversation series\, we are bringing back all of our industry expert presenters for a final 90-minute discussion. Dr. Allen will begin with an introductory 15-minute presentation to set the stage for over an hour of discussion with the previous presenters and the building engineering and design community at large. Please join us as we debate the merits of various COVID-19 mitigation strategies\, their sustainability impacts\, and suggestions for moving forward addressing health and sustainability in the built environment. \nThis Panel Will Feature… \nAir Filtration: John Swift\, Principal\, Buro Happold Engineering \nFresh Air: Patrick Murphy\, Director of Sustainable Design\, Vanderweil Engineers \nHumidity Control: Nora McCawley\, Mechanical Engineer\, Buro Happold Engineering \nPressurization: Paul Tsang\, Director of Engineering\, Jacobs \nUV Light: Eric Edman\, Senior Associate\, BR+A Consulting Engineers \nAir Monitoring: Kathleen Hetrick\, Sr. Sustainability Engineer\, Buro Happold Engineering \nAntimicrobials: Monica Nakielski\, Dir.\, Sustainability and Enviro. Health\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts \nCleaning Practices:  Tim Conway\, Vice President Sustainability\, Shaw Industries \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thank you to the DLR Group for sponsoring this event. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n * If there is a financial hardship and you are interested in attending\, please reach out to us at communications@builtenvironmentplus.org * \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MenuHome\nHow Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings?\nAntimicrobials\nAir Filtration\nAir Monitoring\nCleaning Practices\nFresh Air\nHumidity Control\nPressurization\nUV Light\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Have Questions or Conversation Topics? Reach out below:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2 + 15 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/how-sustainable-are-covid-19-mitigation-strategies-for-buildings/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,Conversation Series,Panel,Roundtable END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200728T084500 DTSTAMP:20200723T201324Z CREATED:20200630T230439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200723T201324Z UID:15052-1595923200-1595925900@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Conversation Series: New Perspectives on Health & Well-being | Cleaning Practices DESCRIPTION:Join our community for a series of early morning conversations with coffee in hand. Each discussion will be led by an expert who will dive deep into one aspect of health and well-being in the built environment with a sustainability overlay. As we adapt our built environment to address virus mitigation we must ensure that the solutions are sustainable. We are stronger and wiser together. Please add your voice to the conversation. \nOur goal is to summarize the conversations in a series of brief white papers that will help inform the building industry. \nThis session will  focus on “cleaning practices”\, particularly examining the sustainability of COVID-19 cleaning practices\, and the long-term impact cleaning products can have on both building occupants and materials. Heather Henriksen\, Harvard University’s chief sustainability office\, will be facilitating the conversation and Tim Conway\, Vice President Sustainability of Shaw Industries\, will be speaking. \n\n \n White Paper Coming Soon\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MenuHome\nHow Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings?\nAntimicrobials\nAir Filtration\nAir Monitoring\nCleaning Practices\nFresh Air\nHumidity Control\nPressurization\nUV Light\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Have Questions or Conversation Topics? Reach out below:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 13 + 1 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/conversation-series-new-perspectives-on-health-well-being-cleaning-practices/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,Conversation Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200722T183000 DTSTAMP:20200716T154637Z CREATED:20200714T191616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200716T154637Z UID:15231-1595437200-1595442600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Careers in Sustainability: Navigating Career Moves Amid Uncertainty DESCRIPTION:1.5 LU AIA credits available pending approval \n\nJoin the BSA EPNet and the BE+ EPMA for a virtual panel discussion to help you navigate your career moves. Whether you are a new graduate looking for your first position or looking to make a switch within the green building industry\, things may seem uncertain. We will have a multi-disciplinary panel to answer questions about what to expect and how to prepare. \nPanelists include: \nMIT Career Advising and Professional Development \nRandstad Staffing \nCadmus Group \nMeridia Recruitment Solutions \n \n \n \n \n \n This event is brought to you by the BE+ Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts (EPMA) in partnership with the BSA Emerging Professionals Network (EPNet). \nThe Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts (EPMA) is a community of ascending professionals across the green building industry and allied fields providing professional support\, development and advocacy tools through active networking\, monthly programming\, and community events. \nThe Boston Society of Architects Emerging Professionals Network (EPNet) is an active social and professional network. Geared specifically toward recent graduates\, Architectural Experience Program™ (AXP™) participants\, young architects\, designers\, and other design/build professionals\, EPNet hosts tours\, presentations\, firm visits\, and other programs. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/careers-in-sustainability-navigating-career-moves-amid-uncertainty/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,EPMA,Panel END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200721T084500 DTSTAMP:20200716T141828Z CREATED:20200630T224650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200716T141828Z UID:15043-1595318400-1595321100@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Conversation Series: New Perspectives on Health & Well-being | Antimicrobials DESCRIPTION:Join our community for a series of early morning conversations with coffee in hand. Each discussion will be led by an expert who will dive deep into one aspect of health and well-being in the built environment with a sustainability overlay. As we adapt our built environment to address virus mitigation we must ensure that the solutions are sustainable. We are stronger and wiser together. Please add your voice to the conversation. \nOur goal is to summarize the conversations in a series of brief white papers that will help inform the building industry. \nThis session will focus on “antimicrobials” – Monica Nakielski\, Director of Sustainability and Enviro. Health | Blue Cross Blue Shield of MA\, will be facilitating the conversation and Lisa Carey-Moore\, Sustainability Analyst at Integrated Eco Strategy\, LLC\, will be speaking. \n \n White Paper Coming Soon\n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Comments\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n MenuHome\nHow Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings?\nAntimicrobials\nAir Filtration\nAir Monitoring\nCleaning Practices\nFresh Air\nHumidity Control\nPressurization\nUV Light\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Have Questions or Conversation Topics? Reach out below:\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Name\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Email Address\n \n \n \n \n \n \n Message\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 9 + 11 = \n \n \n Submit URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/conversation-series-new-perspectives-on-health-well-being-antimicrobial/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Community,Conversation Series END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200421T140000 DTSTAMP:20200406T175420Z CREATED:20200403T174609Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T175420Z UID:13607-1587474000-1587477600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Managing Change in Crisis DESCRIPTION:Managing change is a constant in business\, but in these times\, we are faced with more and faster changes with no way to predict what will happen from day to day. Pervasive uncertainty kills productivity and morale. Successful change management results from a combination of effective leadership\, clear and targeted communication\, team building\, emotional intelligence and appropriate levels of transparency. Leaders need to create for employees as much safety and predictability as they can\, as well as some level of perceived control in their lives. The practical tools and approaches shared in this webinar are useful all the time\, and especially valuable during this pandemic and attendees will leave with immediately applicable strategies.\n\nThis course is also available through the Workforce Training grant.\n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Presenter\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Barbra Batshalom\n Sustainable Performance Institute\, Founder \n Barbra has been a leader in the green building movement since 1998 when she left 12 years of traditional architecture practice to found The Green Roundtable (GRT) a nonprofit whose mission was making green building mainstream. GRT was the USGBC’s Affiliate in MA for 9 years and supported the growth of the LEED program.  \nSustainable Performance Institute (SPI)\, originally a program of GRT\, focuses on high-level interventions to institutionalize sustainability at the organizational level in processes\, systems and policies nationally\, working with companies to implement change management strategies and achieve measurable improvements in performance and profitability across their portfolios. SPI’s SMARTsustainability ™ program provides a framework to evaluate the capability of A/E/C firms to deliver consistent\, high quality sustainability services and was adopted by HUD for affordable housing developers.  \nSPI’s transformative workshop programs have been delivered to hundreds of organizations nation-wide to help raise the bar on professional practice in the industry. Barbra is an adjunct professor teaching Sustainable Real Estate Development in Brandeis University’s International Business School. She has served on numerous boards\, government task forces and committees to help develop public and corporate policies for sustainability and teaches courses on change management for sustainability for professionals around the world.  \nHer work focuses on the intersection of systems\, processes and culture. With a diverse background of fine arts\, social psychology and 20+ years in architecture and sustainability consulting\, she brings a variety of skills to her work and a unique perspective engaging the human dynamics of decision-making and creative collaboration to technical work. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/managing-change-in-crisis/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Courses,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200414T140000 DTSTAMP:20200406T175517Z CREATED:20200403T171016Z LAST-MODIFIED:20200406T175517Z UID:13583-1586869200-1586872800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Boost Organizational Resilience: People\, Processes\, Places Thriving in a Time of Crisis DESCRIPTION:We are now seeing how critical organizational resilience is and how unprepared we are to deal with the human side of a crisis – from business continuity to psychological health. This webinar addresses the three pillars of resilience: People\, processes\, places\, with a focus on the people and people-related processes. We address business processes\, single points of failure\, data security\, managing people in a virtual environment and more. We will record and archive this presentation if you can not join live. \n\nIn our industry\, we think of resilience predominantly as a physical infrastructure issue – passive survivability\, uninterrupted power supply\, and managing storm surges and flooding. The other side of resilience is business continuity and the human aspect of organizational function. Our current experience with COVID-19 is truly emphasizing how critical it is to be prepared to address the human dimension and manage operations from that perspective. \nThis webinar will address the issues of enhancing organizational resilience during times of crisis in general and a pandemic in particular. In the current situation where most people are working remotely\, a variety of business processes\, and ‘cultural’ norms are adversely affected. We will discuss the three pillars of resilience: People\, processes\, places\, with a focus on the people and people-related processes. \nStaff who are in managerial or leadership positions\, will need to adapt leadership styles to accommodate the new reality of remote teams\, and cultivate a stronger sense of team membership to facilitate productivity. In addition\, staff will have the increased burden of balancing work obligations and home responsibilities (especially if they have younger children or others requiring more care). \nThe webinar will provide answers for the following questions:1.     What are the psychological principles that should guide engaging with employees throughout the process of dealing with crisis?2.     How can a “single point of failure” be avoided?3.     Which of our business processes are vulnerable to disruption?4.     How do we avoid burnout and employee turnover? \nWe will review practical “fixes” addressing issues related to communication; structuring the workday; and maintaining staff engagement. Finally\, we will review strategies for self-care\, personal resilience\, and caring for others (employees\, family members\, etc.). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n Meet the Presenter\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Dr. Guy Sapirstein\n Resilience Consulting \n With a PhD in Clinical Psychology\, Guy has been on the cutting edge of applied social science for the past 20 years. Following the events of September 11\, 2001 he began collaborating on the development of models for enhancing resilience through individual\, community and organizational preparedness and response. Those models have been successfully implemented across the United States and internationally. Currently he splits his time between coaching clients on personal and organizational resilience\, helping leaders implement strategies for resilience in their organizations\, and providing resilience focused psychotherapy for individuals and couples.\n\n \nAn experienced speaker\, Guy has presented at numerous conferences including the first UN sponsored International Strategy for Disaster Reduction conference in Davos\, Switzerland.  His articles have appeared in academic journals\, trade publications and textbooks. Additionally\, he co-authored several manuals (on crisis response and interventions) that have been translated into several languages and widely distributed by IBM Corporation as part of their crisis response following disasters in the USA\, Pakistan\, China\, the Philippines and Haiti. Guy holds a PhD from the University of Connecticut and a BA in Social Studies from Bar-Ilan University in Israel. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/boost-organizational-resilience-people-processes-places-thriving-in-a-time-of-crisis/ LOCATION:Online event CATEGORIES:Collaborations,Courses,webinar END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20200116T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20200116T170000 DTSTAMP:20191113T184050Z CREATED:20190912T193252Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191113T184050Z UID:10263-1579179600-1579194000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Living Building Challenge: Designing for the People in a Living Building DESCRIPTION:This session looks at the Living Building Challenge (LBC) petals and imperatives that directly affect people – health\, sense of self\, and sense of delight. We will look specifically at the less technical and more empathetic petals in the LBC: Place\, Health and Happiness\, Equity\, and Beauty are LBC petals where human-ness lives. We want to explore the potential of these petal areas\, while practicing some deep caring and empathy with exercises designed to bring these ideas to life. Participants will leave knowing that the Living Building Challenge is as much about enhancing life as it is about saving energy. Participants will gain an understanding of where they can use the guidance of the Living Building Challenge to make life truly beautiful and… more alive. \nA basic introduction to the Living Building Challenge Petal and Imperative structure is recommended for this course. \nThis event is organized by the Living Future Collaborative New England. \n \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand the design opportunities inherent in the non-technical LBC imperatives\nDefine the most powerful places to put design energy\nPractice using design thinking to meet the intent of the LBC goals\nEngage with the power of Place to drive design. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-building-challenge-designing-for-the-people-in-a-living-building/ LOCATION:Meridian Conference Room\, 5th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:Collaborations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191204T183000 DTSTAMP:20191112T175353Z CREATED:20191111T193211Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T175353Z UID:11414-1575478800-1575484200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Living Building Challenge: Collaborative Meeting DESCRIPTION:This meeting will reconsider the Collaborative project in New Bedford\, and consider what we learned and where we should go from here. This meeting is part of the Living Community Challenge; learn more at the International Living Future Institute website. \nThis event is organized by the Living Future Collaborative of New England. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis event is free for members. \nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. Benefits for all membership types are the same with a few exceptions\, including a 15% discount on all events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-building-challenge-collaborative-meeting/ LOCATION:Linnean Solutions Office\, 5 Upland Street\, Suite #3\, Cambridge\, MA\, 02140\, United States CATEGORIES:Collaborations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20191113T103000 DTSTAMP:20191112T200434Z CREATED:20190809T163645Z LAST-MODIFIED:20191112T200434Z UID:9519-1573635600-1573641000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:CANCELLED: Living Building Challenge (LBC) Roundtable DESCRIPTION:** Living Building Challenge (LBC) Roundtable has been cancelled. Thank you for your understanding and we hope to see you at upcoming Living Future Collaborative events!** \nUSGBC MA’s mission is to drive sustainable and regenerative design\, construction\, and operation of the built environment. The only way to accomplish our mission is to collaborate with community members. To that end\, join us for our first Living Building Challenge (LBC) Roundtable. \nThe LBC Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to LBC in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy. \nThis event is organized by the Living Future Collaborative New England. \n  \n\nThis event is free for members. \nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. Benefits for all membership types are the same with a few exceptions\, including a 15% discount on all events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. Become a Member URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-building-challenge-lbc-roundtable-2/ LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States CATEGORIES:Collaborations END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190909T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190909T130000 DTSTAMP:20190822T144120Z CREATED:20190822T144120Z LAST-MODIFIED:20190822T144120Z UID:9905-1568023200-1568034000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:USGBC MANE Region: The Next Evolution of LEED v4.1 DESCRIPTION:This workshop will provide participants with a look into LEED v4.1 BD+C\, ID+C\, O+M and the information needed to pursue certification. The focus will be on understanding the goals and outcomes of the LEED v4.1 beta. The newest update to the LEED rating systems\, LEED v4.1\, addresses lessons learned from LEED v4 project teams\, updates performance thresholds and reference standards to ensure LEED remains a global leadership standard\, and expands the marketplace for LEED. \nIn a world that is constantly evolving\, one of the hallmarks of LEED is “continuous improvement.” With each new version\, LEED raises the bar on the green building industry. The latest version of LEED\, LEED v4.1 is the next generation standard for green building design\, construction\, operations and performance. \nDuring this half-day workshop\, USGBC’s technical staff will walk participants through LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C credits including a restructured Materials and Resources section\, the addition of a greenhouse gas emissions metric and updated thresholds. The workshop will also touch on the full life cycle of the building\, by reviewing LEED Operations and Maintenance and recertification options available to projects and how BD+C and ID+C credits are structured to support ongoing performance. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nArticulate the main goals of LEED v4.1 technical development\nList the requirements of key LEED v4.1 BD+C and ID+C prerequisites and credits for success\nIdentify how LEED v4.1 for BD+C and ID+C increases accessibility throughout the rating system and positions LEED to continue to drive market transformation\nIdentify opportunities for continued building performance through LEED for Operations + Maintenance\nLearn about LEED Recertification\n\nPresenter:\nKat Wagenschutz\, Director Technical Solutions\, U.S. Green Building Council \nCredential Maintenance:\nThis workshop qualifies for 3 LEED Specific BD+C\, ID+C\, and O+M GBCI Continuing Education Credits. \nRegistration:\nUSGBC National Individual Members: $69\nNon-Members: $99\nNote: Non-individual members or non-current individual members who select the member ticket will be invoiced.\nJoin or Renew Today URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/usgbc-mane-region-the-next-evolution-of-leed-v4-1/ LOCATION:Fort Point Room\, Atlantic Wharf\, 290 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States CATEGORIES:Collaborations ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2019/08/https___cdn.evbuc_.com_images_63855636_209030564654_1_original.jpg END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR