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SUMMARY:Presinar: Every Breath You Take: Innovative Air Quality Design
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920017319 \nThis session explores how photocatalytic coatings can improve the health and comfort of building occupants and outdoor air. We review the LEED v4 Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ) category and common air quality issues. Our team explains how the photocatalysis process helps combat dangerous pathogenic microorganisms and air pollution. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDiscuss the LEED v4 Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ) category and common indoor air quality issues that affect the health of building occupants\nDescribe how photocatalytic coatings can help protect the health and comfort of building occupants\nReview how Titanium dioxide (TiO2) helps eliminate VOCs\, allergies\, odors\, mold\, bacteria\, and viruses in buildings\nExplain how Ti02 photocatalytic coatings can clean interior and exterior building surfaces and help combat air pollution\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/every-breath-you-take-innovative-air-quality-design-11882335 \n  \n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/ \nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance. \n  \nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members. \nAbout Chapter Membership\n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. \n \nMembership Benefits \n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n  \nBecome a Member\n  \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-every-breath-you-take-innovative-air-quality-design/
LOCATION:Room Hemmingway\, Floor 18\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190220T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190114T190743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190114T190743Z
UID:10001373-1550680200-1550685600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar - Green Lights: A Lighting Manufacturer’s Road Map to LEED v4
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920014794\nLighting enables visual engagement with our built environment\, with innovative manufacturers raising the performance bar ever higher. Join us in this half hour course to evaluate how lighting products contribute to LEED v4 certification. We will review LEED v4 credits as they relate to lighting products\, and identify steps that can be taken by the manufacturer to increase their products’ contributions to this rating system.\nCourse Objectives:\n\nIdentify the inherent sustainability and human health benefits of lighting and lighting products\nAssess how lighting products support achievement of LEED v4 credits\, such as Sustainable Sites credit Light Pollution Reduction for LEED BD+C\nList the LEED credits\, including Energy and Atmosphere credit Optimize Energy Performance for LEED BD+C and ID+C related to lighting products for new and existing buildings and interiors\nDetermine what information is required to document individual LEED credits\, such as Materials and Resources credit Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Material Ingredients for LEED BD+C\n\nCredits: 0.5 AIA 0.5 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA\, ID+C)\nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/green-lights-lighting-manufacturer%E2%80%99s-road-map-leed-v4-11293538\n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/\nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance.\n\nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members.\nAbout Chapter Membership\n\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 acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here.\nMembership Benefits\n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-green-lights-a-lighting-manufacturers-road-map-to-leed-v4/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190221T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190201T200248Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T182402Z
UID:10001391-1550737800-1550743200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Passive House
DESCRIPTION:PassivHaus\, Passive House or PH for short: we know you have been hearing about it\, if you subscribe to high-performance building. This well-known standard has made its way to the Americas and now is growing roots in Massachusetts. Come connect with the leaders at Passive House Massachusetts and learn the basics of the system.\nPassive House comprises a set of design principles used to obtain a quantifiable and rigorous level of energy efficiency and building comfort. Where did the Passive House standard come from and how has it evolved over the years? In this session\, participants will learn the history of Passive House as a building concept and the differences between the national and international standards as well as how they relate to LEED and other building standards. A great opportunity to learn the basics of Passive House and get your questions answered.\nLearning Objectives:\n\n\nLearn the basics of Passive House principles\n\n\nIntroduce yourself to Passive House Massachusetts and how you can learn more in upcoming sessions\n\n\nFind out how Passive House is being integrated into code in different areas nationally and internationally\n\n\nNetwork with other Passive House practitioners and those interested in the practice\n\n\n  \n  \n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. To use a member discount\, enter your email address as a promotional code in the purchasing window. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, 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.\n\nBecome a Member \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-passive-house/
LOCATION:5th Floor “Meridian” Conf Room\, 50 Milk St\, 5th Floor "Meridian" Conf Room\, Boston\, MA\, 02109
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190226T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190201T203227Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190201T203227Z
UID:10001392-1551169800-1551177000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:LEED BD+C version 4.1 - What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:The latest update to the LEED BD+C Rating system\, version 4.1\, was released this January. Version v4.1 promises to be “bigger\, bolder and stronger”\, raising the bar to more directly address carbon emissions and climate change. It also streamlines and simplifies many credits\, resulting in a system that is easier to use\, with bigger impacts. \nThis two-hour session will be led by Chris Schaffner\, LEED Fellow and President of The Green Engineer\, Inc.  Chris is the current Chair of the LEED Steering Committee and has been deeply involved in the development on LEED version 4.1. He’ll review all the major changes in v4.1 BD+C \, and will discuss how v4.1 language can be used on your current projects. He’ll also outline to future path for LEED development\, and there will be ample time reserved for Q&A. \n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course!\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our 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/leed-bdc-version-4-1-what-you-need-to-know/
LOCATION:Room Anchor\, 1st Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190228T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190219T193558Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T193558Z
UID:10001402-1551377700-1551383100@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar: Protecting Building and People from Fire
DESCRIPTION:AboutThis one hour course will describe the evolution of light wood frame construction and why it is an effective method to solving the affordable housing crisis. Our team will discuss how fire poses significant threats to mid-rise light wood-frame buildings-under-construction. We will also explore fire protection strategies and how to design safer and more sustainable buildings for occupants and first responders. Finally\, we will review how fire inhibitors may contribute to LEED v4 BD+C projects. This one hour course will describe the evolution of light wood frame construction and why it is an effective method to solving the affordable housing crisis. Our team will discuss how fire poses significant threats to mid-rise light wood-frame buildings-under-construction. We will also explore fire protection strategies and how to design safer and more sustainable buildings for occupants and first responders. Finally\, we will review how fire inhibitors may contribute to LEED v4 BD+C projects.Objectives\n\nDescribe the history of wood frame construction in the United States and the environmental impact of wood products derived from premature tree harvesting\nReview why mid-rise light wood-frame buildings bum down so frequently during the framing phase of construction\nIdentify fire protection strategies to design safer and more sustainable buildings for occupants and first responders\nExplain how wood products treated with fire inhibitors may contribute to LEED v4\nBD+C projects\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course!\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-protecting-building-and-people-from-fire/
LOCATION:National Grid’s Sustainability Hub\, 912 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190201T214744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190201T214838Z
UID:10001394-1551947400-1551978000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:LEED Green Associate Exam Prep
DESCRIPTION:The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the LEED Green Associate. The day-long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Green Associate Exam. If you have specific questions regarding a specialty exam\, feel free to bring these questions to class and have the instructor cover these identified areas.\nAbout the Class\nThis is a fast-paced class for real estate professionals\, architects\, engineers\, students and anyone else interested in green building practices and LEED. The majority of attendees have little previous knowledge of the LEED rating system\, green building operations and green building construction. Upon completion of the class employees will be eligible to sit for the LEED Green Associate exam at a local testing center. Please note that the national office has lowered their student rate to 100 dollars\, read more at usbgc.org. By passing the exam\, employees will earn the LEED Green Associate credential.\nThe 8-hour course is devised of the following sessions:\n\n\nIntroduction – This 1-hour chapter will explain the LEED Green Associate credentialing process and serve as an introduction to LEED\, sustainability\, the USGBC\, the GBCIand the LEED rating system. Chapter #2 – Location and Transportation / Sustainable SitesThis 1-hour chapter will focus on site issues such as connectivity\, transportation\, erosion\, landscaping\, and heat island effect.\n\n\nWater Efficiency / Energy and Atmosphere – This 1-hour chapter will focus on water issues (plumbing efficiency\, irrigation\, process water\, etc.) and energy and atmosphere issues (demand\, efficiency\, renewable energy\, ozone-depleting substances\, etc.)\n\n\nMaterials and Resources – This 1-hour chapter will focus on procurement and waste diversion. Chapter #5 – Indoor Environmental QualityThis 1-hour chapter will focus on indoor environmental quality issues such as indoor air quality\, occupant comfort and green cleaning.\n\n\nInnovation / Regional Priority / Certification Process – This 1-hour chapter will explain the LEED certification process and the Innovation and Regional Priority categories.\n\n\nExam Review – This 1-hour chapter will focus on exam format and registration and sample exam questions.\n\n\nExam Review – This 1-hour chapter will focus on sample exam questions.\n\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial. \nBenefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our 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.\n\nBecome a Member
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-green-associate-exam-prep/
LOCATION:Room TBD\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190319T103000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190220T173437Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T180129Z
UID:10001404-1552984200-1552991400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:WELL vs FITWEL vs LEED
DESCRIPTION:Sometimes\, it can be easy to feel drowned in different standards and systems. As a member of the A&D community\, deciding what standard will best fit your projects needs can be confusing.\nWhether designing for occupant health\, building efficiency and more\, this course will give you an introduction on how to differentiate LEED\, WELL\, and Fitwel\, and get a basic understanding of each\, and their core differences.\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial. \nBenefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/well-vs-fitwel-vs-leed/
LOCATION:Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190320T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190114T190926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T180338Z
UID:10001377-1553099400-1553104800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar - Vegetated Green Roofs for LEED Projects
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920014219 \nThis course begins with the basic definition of a vegetated green roof and moves on to a discussion of green roofing policies in various jurisdictions\, focusing on American cities. We will talk about the LEED credits related to vegetated green roofs. We will examine the details of green roof design and construction\, including case studies\, custom and standard sections and spatial design issues. Finally\, we will talk about the advantages and disadvantages of vegetated green roofs and about the types of sites for which they are best suited. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nContrast the environmental and life cycle analysis benefits and drawbacks of vegetated green roofs with those of other roofing strategies. (LEED v4 BD+C Sustainable Sites Credit: Heat Island Reduction and Sustainable Sites Credit: Open Space)\nDescribe the layers of a vegetated green roof system and explain their functions. (LEED v4 BD+C Sustainable Sites Credit: Heat Island Reduction and Sustainable Sites Credit: Open Space)\nAnalyze strategies for dealing with green roof drainage\, access and site issues. (LEED v3 O+M Sustainable Sites Credit: Site Development – Protect or Restore Open Habitat)\nIdentify synergies and tradeoffs to existing credits and green building strategies. (LEED v3 ID+C Sustainable Sites Credit: Heat island Effect – Roof and LEED v4 ND Green Infrastructure and Buildings Credit Rainwater Management)\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, ID+C\, GA\, O+M\, ND) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/vegetated-green-roofs-leed-projects-11189141 \n\n  \n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/ \nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance. \n  \nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members. \nAbout Chapter Membership\n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. \n \nMembership Benefits \n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n  \nBecome a Member\n  \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-vegetated-green-roofs-for-leed-projects/
LOCATION:Room Hemmingway\, Floor 18\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190403T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190403T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190311T202337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190326T185332Z
UID:10001423-1554315300-1554320700@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Central MA Presinar: Pioneering the Way to LEED v4
DESCRIPTION:The Library! At Bown Crossing project is one of the first endeavors to pursue certification under the new LEED v4 BD+C rating system. We invite you to explore the building design concepts and construction implementation regarding both design and LEED in an in-depth analysis. \nThe project team chose to implement LEED v4 before the registration deadline was established\, resulting in a truly pioneering effort to certify before most projects considered taking the plunge. This choice was a collaborative decision between the design team\, construction team\, and key stakeholders. \nIn this course\, lessons learned from this project to achieve LEED v4 BD+C: New Construction Silver Certification are analyzed to provide current and future project teams with best practices for implementing the new rating system effectively and efficiently. v4 is here\, but there’s nothing to fear! \n\n\nObjectives\n\nIdentify challenges that the Bown Library! project team faced when pursuing the Low-emitting materials credit of the LEED v4 BD+C rating system.\nExamine how the Integrative Process credit of the LEED v4 BD+C rating system effected the pre-design\, design\, and construction phases of the Bown Library! project.\nList the Building Product Disclosure and Optimization credits of the LEED v4 BD+C rating system that the project team chose to pursue during the construction phase kick-off meeting.\nApply the best practice strategies identified in this course to future LEED v4 BD+C rating system project(s).\n\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \n\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial. \nBenefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/central-ma-presinar-pioneering-the-way-to-leed-v4/
LOCATION:National Grid’s Sustainability Hub\, 912 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190417T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190114T191025Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T180919Z
UID:10001379-1555518600-1555524000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar - Comparing the Environmental Performance of Building Products - Shining Light on EPDs
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920013505 \nOver the past few years\, demand for tools like Environmental Product Declarations has been growing among the green building industry. Primarily intended for a specialized audience\, life cycle assessments and their results displayed in standardized documents named EPDs are out in the open for everyone to see. However\, EPDs are not mere documentation and are very technical. Green Building Programs\, such as LEED\, requiring EPDs for credit achievement have forced unspecialized professionals to understand it. This course is intended to give you the tools you need to get your head around EPDs and be able to compare them if needed. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what is an EPD for the purpose of LEED® v4 MR Credit Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Environmental Product Declarations\nInterpret and analyze EPD data to be able to decipher EPD requirements for Option 1 and Option 2 of the LEED v4 Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Environmental Product Declarations Credit\nCompare EPDs to be able to achieve Option 2 of the LEED v4 Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Environmental Product Declarations Credit\nEvaluate pros and cons of EPDs\, one of the new key feature of the LEED v4 Material and Resources Credit\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, ID+C\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/comparing-environmental-performance-building-products-shining-light-epds-10988130 \n\n  \n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/ \nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance. \n  \nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members. \nAbout Chapter Membership\n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. \n \nMembership Benefits \n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n  \nBecome a Member\n  \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-comparing-the-environmental-performance-of-building-products-shining-light-on-epds/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190425T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190311T202438Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T202438Z
UID:10001424-1556216100-1556221500@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Central MA Presinar: Every Breath You Take: Innovative Air Quality Design
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920017319\nThis session explores how photocatalytic coatings can improve the health and comfort of building occupants and outdoor air. We review the LEED v4 Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ) category and common air quality issues. Our team explains how the photocatalysis process helps combat dangerous pathogenic microorganisms and air pollution.\nCourse Objectives:\n\nDiscuss the LEED v4 Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ) category and common indoor air quality issues that affect the health of building occupants\nDescribe how photocatalytic coatings can help protect the health and comfort of building occupants\nReview how Titanium dioxide (TiO2) helps eliminate VOCs\, allergies\, odors\, mold\, bacteria\, and viruses in buildings\nExplain how Ti02 photocatalytic coatings can clean interior and exterior building surfaces and help combat air pollution\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course!\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/central-ma-presinar-every-breath-you-take-innovative-air-quality-design/
LOCATION:National Grid’s Sustainability Hub\, 912 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190509T100000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190425T153916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190425T154003Z
UID:10001444-1557388800-1557396000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Designing a Carbon Free Boston
DESCRIPTION:The Green Ribbon Commission (GRC) released Carbon Free Boston in January 2019\, setting forth an ambitious plan to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 2050. Because two-thirds of GHG emissions come from buildings\, and because the majority of the 2050 building stock was built before 1950\, the AEC professions have a large role to play in reaching this goal. \nJoin the BSA/AIA on Thursday\, May 9 to hear more about the report and the role that building design plays in helping Boston reach its goals. The US Green Building Council Massachusetts chapter will be represented by our Executive Director\, Meredith Elbaum\, who will speak about our recent report of the cost of building net zero throughout the state. The morning will then turn to best case practices in low energy buildings in urban settings. \nSpeakers: \nMichael Walsh\, Technical Lead\, Carbon Free Boston and Research Assistant Professor\, Boston University \nMeredith Elbaum AIA\, LEED AP\, US Green Building Council -Massachusetts Chapter \nGabrielle Aitcheson AIA\, CPHC\, Project Architect + Sustainability Leader\, ICON Architecture \nRebecca Hatchadorian\, LEED AP BD+C\, WELL AP\, Associate\, Sustainability Leader\, Arup \n2 LU/HSW AIA credits are available. \nImage courtesy of Resonant Energy
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/designing-a-carbon-free-boston/
LOCATION:BSA Space\, 290 Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190515T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190114T191049Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T181026Z
UID:10001381-1557937800-1557943200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar - Performance Score LEED O+M Certification
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920016582 \nThis course will review the Arc Platform and how it is used to pursue and certify projects in Performance Score to Certification in LEEDv4 Operations & Maintenance\, as well as understand the similarities to certification in LEEDv4.1 Operations & Maintenance (O+M). Additionally\, attendees will understand the benchmarking and analytics tools within the platform to further a projects sustainability goals. Finally\, attendees will review a case study for a project that achieved LEED Platinum Certification in LEEDv4 O+M through the Arc Platform. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nLearn about the Arc platform and its application to the built environment (LEED v4 O+M Performance Score to LEED Certification)\nUnderstand how Arc is utilized to achieve the Performance Score to Certification (LEED v4 O+M Performance Score to LEED Certification)\nUnderstand the importance of tracking ongoing building performance (LEED v4 O+M Performance Score to LEED Certification)\nReview a case study of a project which utilized the Arc platform to recertify as LEED v4 Platinum using the Performance Score (LEED v4 O+M Performance Score to LEED Certification)\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific O+M\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/performance-score-leed-om-certification-11740621 \n\n  \n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/ \nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance. \n  \nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members. \nAbout Chapter Membership\n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. \n \nMembership Benefits \n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n  \nBecome a Member\n  \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-performance-score-leed-om-certification/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190521T173000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190326T202045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190514T162352Z
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SUMMARY:EMD Serono SagaMORE Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join USGBC MA for a tour of EMD Serono Sagamore\, the winner of USGBC MA’s Green Building of the Year!\nProject SagaMORE is a 30\,000 SF expansion of EMD Serono’s R&D campus in Billerica and was designed to enhance EMD’s progressive work culture through employee engagement\, wellbeing\, technology\, and biophilic design. The project’s design challenge was to expand and improve upon the existing\, 24\,000 SF office building (Project Bridgeway) to produce a unified solution\, while achieving both WELL and LEED NC certification. Both the existing office (Project Bridgeway) and annex (Project Sagamore) have jointly achieved WELL Gold certification for New & Existing Construction from the International Well Building InstituteTM (IWBI)TM. It is the 1st New & Existing Building WELL Certified Gold project in the US and only the 2 in the World. \nIf you’re interested in attending\, but worried about transportation\, carpooling can be arranged – reach out to communications@usgbcma.org before May 18th for more info. \n— Registration will close 3 days before the event (May 18th) — \n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \n\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial. \nBenefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emd-serono-sagamore-tour/
LOCATION:EMD Serono SagaMORE\, 45 Middlesex Turnpike\, Billerica\, MA\, 01821\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190522T140000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190426T205339Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190513T143404Z
UID:10001448-1558526400-1558533600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Central MA: LEED BD+C Version 4.1 - What You Need to Know
DESCRIPTION:Thank you to LPA|A for sponsoring this event. \nThe latest update to the LEED BD+C Rating system\, version 4.1\, was released this January. Version v4.1 promises to be “bigger\, bolder and stronger”\, raising the bar to more directly address carbon emissions and climate change. It also streamlines and simplifies many credits\, resulting in a system that is easier to use\, with bigger impacts. \nThis two-hour session will be led by Chris Schaffner\, LEED Fellow and President of The Green Engineer\, Inc. Chris is the current Chair of the LEED Steering Committee and has been deeply involved in the development on LEED version 4.1. He’ll review all the major changes in v4.1 BD+C \, and will discuss how v4.1 language can be used on your current projects. He’ll also outline to future path for LEED development\, and there will be ample time reserved for Q&A. Lunch will be provided. \n CEUs will be available. \n \nTransportation information: \nThere is a Route 30 bus stop right outside of the LPA|A Office building\, which comes from Union Station. \nValidated parking is available across the street. \n\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? \nSee a tutorial.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-bdc-version-4-1-what-you-need-to-know-2/
LOCATION:LPA|A Office | Northworks Building\, 3rd Floor\, 108 Grove Street\, Suite 300\, Worcester\, MA\, 01605\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190530T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190311T202539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190311T202539Z
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SUMMARY:Central MA Presinar: Understanding Water Credits in LEED
DESCRIPTION:LEED v4 addresses water holistically\, taking into account indoor use\, outdoor use\, specialized uses and metering. It measures all sources of water related to a building\, including cooling towers\, appliances\, fixtures\, fittings\, process water\, and irrigation.\nThe speakers provide an overview of the water credits in LEED\, differences between v2009 and v4\, discuss how water is used in a building and dive deeper into several of the prerequisites and credits including Outdoor water use reduction and Rainwater management\nThis session will present an overview of resources\, strategies as well as tips for successful credit achievement. Attendees will hear from USGBC and GBCI experts about how water is addressed in LEED today as well as future issues regarding water needs and usage.\nLike what you see? For related courses\, check out the playlists that this course is featured in:\n\nCMP: LEED AP BD+C playlist\nCMP: LEED AP ID+C playlist\nCMP: LEED AP O+M playlist\n\n\n\nObjectives\n\nProvide an overview of how LEED v4 addresses water in LEED BD+C\, ID+C\, O+M\, such as prerequisite Indoor water use reduction\nReview different strategies for achieving the Rainwater credit in LEED v4 BD+C\, O+M\nIdentify changes in credits from LEED v2009 and LEED v4 such as the new prerequisite Building-level water metering in LEED v4 O+M\nDiscuss the projections about the future of water usage needs\n\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course!\nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/central-ma-presinar-understanding-water-credits-in-leed/
LOCATION:National Grid’s Sustainability Hub\, 912 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190611T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190422T212432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190604T182501Z
UID:10001428-1560243600-1560250800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Passive House: A Technical Look
DESCRIPTION:Passive House is a complimentary and comprehensive standard that can help LEED projects achieve valuable Energy and Atmosphere (EA) points\, Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) points\, and meet other LEED project requirements.  In this 2-Hour session\, Luke McKneally AIA\, LEED AP\, CPHC will go into greater depth regarding the challenges and successful strategies employed to achieve the rigorous Passive House design criteria on significant projects in the Northeast. \nCEUs Available: 2 LU/HSW AIA credits \nLearning Objectives \n\nLearn more about what has been called the most energy efficient building standard in the world\, Passive House.\nUnderstand how Passive House provides an ideal path to achieving Net Zero Energy buildings.\nUnderstand how the building enclosure design is critical to meeting the Passive House certification criteria.\nLearn how mechanical systems design can work with envelope design to reduce energy loads.\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. To use a member discount\, enter your email address as a promotional code in the purchasing window. \nBenefits 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/passive-houses-a-technical-look/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190619T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190114T191726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190312T181350Z
UID:10001383-1560961800-1560967200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar - Keep Sustainability in Your SITES: An Overview of the SITES v2 Rating System
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920013655 \nThe Sustainable SITES Initiative seeks to develop sustainable landscapes through a comprehensive set of guidelines modeled after healthy ecosystems and processes. These standards focus on land selection and development\, water use\, vegetation planting\, soil restoration\, green maintenance techniques\, user engagement\, and others. SITES provides a holistic approach to developing landscapes that create more resilient communities. These landscapes are also better able to respond to weather events such as floods or droughts by focusing on their ability to deliver ecosystem services. In this course\, attendees will receive a comprehensive overview of the SITES v2 Rating System including an exploration of the framework structure\, core concepts\, recommended implementation strategies\, and project examples. Attendees will also learn how this framework fosters resiliency through landscapes that provide multiple ecosystem services. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDescribe the ecological benefits gained when a project meets the prerequisite\, Limit development on farmland of Section 1: Site Context of the Sustainable SITES Initiative v2 Rating System.\nDiscuss how user and stakeholder engagement can impact a project’s design in the credit\, Engage users and stakeholders of Section 2: Pre-design Assessment + Planning of the Sustainable SITES Initiative v2 Rating System.\nRelate the strategies used to implement the credit\, Conserve and use native plants of Section 4: Site Design – Soil + Vegetation of the Sustainable SITES Initiative v2 Rating System to the guiding principle “do no harm.”\nExplore the unique qualities of the Sustainable SITES Initiative and its synergies with the LEEDv4 rating system and similar frameworks.\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific O+M\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/keep-sustainability-your-sites-overview-sites-v2-rating-system-11036824# \n\n  \n\nAbout USGBC MA’s Presinar series\nUSGBC MA sources material from USGBC for a series of in-person video presentations. The content grants attendees CEU credits\, and can be purchased for personal viewing here: https://www.usgbc.org/education-listing/ \nUSGBC MA does not have a hand in producing any of the content. Attendees of the course must apply themselves to receive CEU credits through their USGBC account. A printed certificate will be included to prove attendance. \n  \nAbout USGBC MA\nThe USGBC Massachusetts Chapter is a membership-based community advocating for green buildings at the state and local level. The USGBC MA Chapter provides green building education\, networking\, advocacy and leadership opportunities for the sustainable building practitioner community and beyond. Our events and programming are supported and enhanced by the volunteer efforts of our community members. \nAbout Chapter Membership\n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, and we offer a variety of discounts to be as inclusive as possible. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check here. \n \nMembership Benefits \n\n15% discount on USGBC MA events**\n\n*Does not include a few partnered events\n*Certain memberships have larger discounts\n\n\nFree access to roundtables and our annual general meeting\nAbility to nominate board members and vote in board elections.\n\n  \nBecome a Member\n  \n\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-keep-sustainability-in-your-sites-an-overview-of-the-sites-v2-rating-system/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T170000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190425T171209Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190618T153917Z
UID:10001445-1561021200-1561050000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:CANCELLED: LEED Deep Dive w/ Chris Schaffner of Green Engineer
DESCRIPTION:– This event has been cancelled – \nCome hear the latest from LEED fellow and expert Chris Schaffner. Learn what you need to know to pass the LEED AP BD+C  exam and more. \nAlready an AP\, but struggling with version 4? Come to the workshop – we’ll discuss whats new\, what you need to know\, and what might be changing in 4.1. \nChris is an experienced teacher and a member of the original LEED faculty – since 2001 he has taught LEED to more than 10\,000 professionals like you. Chris likes to run his courses a little differently\, so this full day session will be dynamic and interactive\, so be ready to dive in! Laptops only\, no scuba gear required. \nCEUs Available: 7 GBCI CE hours | LEED specific: BD+C\, ID+C
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-deep-dive-w-chris-schaffner-of-green-engineer/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T181500
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190620T194500
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190311T202539Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190521T140729Z
UID:10001426-1561054500-1561059900@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Central MA Presinar: Introduction to the WELL Building Standard
DESCRIPTION:The Introduction to the WELL Building Standard presentation provides an overview of the WELL Building Standard ideology\, structure\, and certification process. The medical basis for the concept categories is introduced along with design and construction strategies to create healthy buildings. The time has come to elevate human health and comfort to the forefront of building practices and reinvent buildings that are not only better for the planet—but also for people. This presentation will introduce how to do this using the WELL Building Standard as the framework.Like what you see? For related courses\, check out the playlists that this course is featured in: \n\nCMP: LEED AP ID+C playlist\nCMP: WELL AP playlist\nGBCI Programs playlist\nKey concepts for contractors and builders\n\n\n\nObjectives\n\nArticulate the financial\, societal\, and environmental benefits of WELL certification\nIdentify the role of the International Well Building Institute and the WELL Building Standard\nRecognize the structure of the WELL Building Standard\nExplain the 7 concepts of the WELL Building standard\, the strategies to achieve them\, and the health impacts they address\nSummarize the certification process of the WELL Building Standard\n\n\n\n\n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \nIf you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout. Not sure how? See a tutorial. \nBenefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA. Not sure if you are a member of USGBC MA? Check or Become a Member\n 
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/central-ma-presinar-introduction-to-the-well-building-standard/
LOCATION:National Grid’s Sustainability Hub\, 912 Main St\, Worcester\, MA\, 01610\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190711T123000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190523T172451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190711T132023Z
UID:10001529-1562832000-1562848200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Living Building Challenge: Materials Petal Deep Dive
DESCRIPTION:Half-day Workshop A level 200 Practical and Inspiring Workshop to Show You “It’s Possible!” \nAgenda 8:00am – 8:30am — Registration & Coffee 8:30am – 12:30pm — Workshop \n\nThis nuts and bolts session examines the steps required to achieve the Living Building Challenge (LBC) Materials Petal from client pitch (or not)\, into design specifications and through construction administration.  A curated review of each step will go beyond the basics and delve deeply into processes that will set your team up for success.  The discussion incorporates perspectives of all major players\, from design and construction teams to sustainability consultants and the specifications writer\, each offering unique guidance based on personal experience.  Participants will leave understanding the opportunities and obstacles to drive the market toward healthier materials while also developing leadership on this burgeoning issue that will improve your company’s reputation. \nA basic introduction to the Living Building Challenge Petal and Imperative structure is recommended for this course. \nGBCI Course ID: 0920019640 \nThis event is approved for the following continuing education credits: \n\n4 LU/HSW AIA CE credits \n4 LFA General CE credits\n4 GBCI CE hour(s) for the following specialties: LEED AP BD+C\, LEED AP O+M\, LEED AP ID+C\, WELL AP \n\n \nLearning Objectives \n\nVisualize a path through achieving the LBC Materials Petal\nDefine clear roles and responsibilities for all project team members\nDescribe how contract documents define LBC Materials Petal objectives\nWorkshop a process to get to certification\n\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Meet Our Panelists\n\n \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Matt Root\n					Senior Project Manager at Integrated Eco Strategy \n					Matt manages healthy materials and energy related projects for projects pursuing Living Building Challenge certification\, or at least inspired by the program’s intent. He primarily works closely with design and construction teams to implement processes that support projects in achieving their healthier materials goals.\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Lisa Carey Moore\n					Sr. Sustainability Analyst at Integrated Eco Strategy \n					Lisa is involved in all phases of projects to provide support to teams who are looking for materials that avoid ingredients of concern. She works closely with design teams looking for specific products\, and with contractors looking to solve red list issues. She speaks widely on the topic of material ingredients\, using the Six Classes approach to help teams understand where chemicals of concern can be found. She’s been involved in the materials research\, and project support\, for three Living Certified projects: Williams College’s Class of ‘66 Center\, The R.W. Kern Center\, and the Hitchcock Center for the Environment.\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Lisa Goodwin Robbins\n					Architect/Specifier at Kalin Associates \n					Working on a wide variety of project types\, Lisa supports other Architects\, both designers and project managers\, in their efforts to be green\, to solve problems\, and to get their projects built. She helps to develop and maintain Kalin Associates’ sustainable design specifications\, LEED\, LBC\, and WELL documentation requirements\, and master specification systems. \nDuring the past ten years\, Lisa has been speaking about healthier building materials and indoor air quality at national and regional conferences. She is committed to raising awareness among Architects and Designers about avoiding toxic chemicals in our built environment.\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Jim Rogers\n					Engineer at Turner Construction  \n					Jim Rogers has been with Turner Construction since 2014 and has experience in site work\, core & shell\, and finishes. In the past year and a half Jim has worked closely with Integrated Ecostrategy to develop and explore processes on how to implement the materials petal on large scale commercial construction. Jim has been involved with Turner Construction’s Sustainability Team to explore ways to remove chemicals of concern from the construction industry\, reduce material waste\, and to provide effective tools and procedures to review building materials on projects.\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n					Sam Batchelor\n					Partner at designLAB Architects \n					Sam Batchelor is a partner at designLAB architects\, a Boston-based architecture firm that works with mission-driven organizations to create spaces that support their work through conservation and stewardship.  Sam also founded and led the MassArt Community/Build Studio for 10 years\, and served as board president for the Community Design Resource Center of Boston\, a non-profit devoted to bringing pro-bono design services to underserved communities.\n					\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\nLiving Future Collaborative NE\, Facilitators:\nJim Newman\,\nPrincipal at Linnean Solutions \nDiAnn Mroszczak\,\nSustainable Director at PCA
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-building-challenge-materials-petal-deep-dive/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190717T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190531T185627Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T211501Z
UID:10001530-1563381000-1563386400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar: Reimagining Building Codes: How to Green All Buildings
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920018729 \nThis session discusses how codes and LEED work in concert together with one another to enable a future where green building benefits are available to everyone in every building. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify opportunities within current traditional building codes that can be addressed via green building measures\nIdentify connections between LEED v4.1 and the International Green Construction Code (2018-IgCC) and review examples where LEED v4 credits and code align\nReview how LEED and green building codes have been incorporated into public policy\, examples include CALGreen/LEED v4 crosswalk\, and provide guidance on how to advocate for similar changes in your area\nImpact green building codes in your community leveraging LEED v4 credits primed for adoption – examples include EQ credit Low Emitting Materials\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA\, O+M)\nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/reimagining-building-codes-how-green-all-buildings-12145799
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/reimagining-building-codes-how-green-all-buildings-12145799/
LOCATION:Room Hummingbird\, Floor 12\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190801T190000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190723T173856Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190723T205436Z
UID:10001321-1564680600-1564686000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Summer Picnic at SW Corridor Park
DESCRIPTION:Hello all\, please join us for our annual summer picnic for a relaxing evening of great food\, networking\, and discussion on parks in around Boston and the importance of urban parks. The picnic will be held at SW Corridor Park\, which is located across from Stony Brook Station along the Orange Line. \nWe will start the evening speaking about the role of parks in an urban setting\, the significance they have when it comes to reducing heat islanding effect and much more. Later\, we will have some delicious and healthy food from Wholeheart Provisions and celebrate the summer and open space with some lawn games. We will then have closing remarks by EPMA Chair Lindsey Machamer from Pare Corp. who will talk about parks and stormwater management and some ongoing projects at her firm. \n \nThis event is sponsored by Pare Corporation. \nPare Corporation has been a trusted engineering partner to universities\, owner/developer teams\, architects\, and federal\, state and municipal governments for over 49 years.  Pare currently employs approximately 115 personnel\, including 48 Professional Engineers registered in more than 25 states. Our engineers\, planners and scientists specialize in the areas of civil\, structural\, geotechnical\, environmental\, traffic\, highways\, bridges\, water/wastewater\, marine/waterfront\, dams\, wetlands\, permitting\, GIS\, and Envision and LEED documentation.  Pare’s services range from condition assessments\, feasibility studies\, and master planning to complete sustainable design services\, project permitting\, public outreach\, funding strategies\, and construction administration. Pare is a member of the U.S. Green Building Council and is a Charter Member of the Institute for Sustainable Infrastructure. The firm serves all of the Eastern United States from offices in Lincoln\, RI and Foxboro\, MA. \nThis event is brought to you by the Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts\, 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.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/summer-picnic-at-sw-corridor-parkl/
LOCATION:SW Corridor Park\, 100 Boylston St\, Jamaica Plain\, MA\, 02130\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190809T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190809T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190517T174628Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190731T145136Z
UID:10001460-1565341200-1565348400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Electric Vehicle Charging: Basics and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:The growth of electric vehicles (EVs) and the behavior of EV drivers are increasing the demand for electric vehicle charging stations. This session explains the different types of charging available and their suitable applications\, and discusses the planning and installation considerations for electric vehicle supply equipment (EVSE). \nThis session will be presented by \n\nBrian McKinnon\, Regional Manager\, Eastern US and Canada\, New Construction and Electrical Distributors at ChargePoint\nJohn Gilbrook\, Director of Sales\, Northeast US & Canada\, at ChargePoint\nJustin Ries\, LEED AP\, Account Executive\, New England at ChargePoint\n\nCEUs Available: 2 LU AIA credits\, 2 GBCI CE Hour(s) for LEED AP BD+C\, LEED AP O+M \nGBCI ID: 0920019648 \n\nChapter members get a discount on this course! \n\nOur members support our close-knit community of passionate practitioners. Join us in transforming the built environment to sustainable design practices. To use a member discount\, enter your email address as a promotional code in the purchasing window. \nBenefits for all membership types are the same with a few acceptions\, 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/electric-vehicle-charging-basics-and-beyond/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190815T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190719T172505Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190805T205130Z
UID:10001318-1565859600-1565866800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Life Cycle Assessment: What You Want to Know
DESCRIPTION:A Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) is a tool for understanding the environmental impacts associated with a material\, a product\, a building\, or an activity. Assessment factors include the material extraction and processing\, manufacturing\, distribution\, use or installation\, and repair/maintenance\, up to and possibly including the disposal and recycling of it. An Environmental Product Declaration (EPD) is a document that communicates LCA information. Both the LCA process and EPDs work towards implementing transparency in the built environment. This course will look closely at the nuances of LCAs and EPDs\, and their relations with the Living Building Challenge\, Living Product Challenge\, LEED\, and Green Globes standards. You will learn how to get the information you need to make product decisions\, as well as related advocacy opportunities\, political debate\, and emerging trends and impacts. This course will use the lens of building transparency curated through LCA and EPDs and supplemented with related sustainability initiatives\, ratings\, and standards\, to look at building material impact. \n2 LU HSW CEUs Available
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/life-cycle-assessment-environmental-product-declarations-course/
LOCATION:Room Anchor\, 1st Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190821T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190821T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190603T181219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T211612Z
UID:10001534-1566405000-1566410400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar: Sustainable Synergy: How Manufacturers and Scientists Can Collaborate
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920018995 \nThis webinar explores how science professionals can collaborate with building product manufacturers to overcome challenges in LEED v4.  This program discusses how scientists help manufacturers develop product declarations and documentation for LEED v4 projects and looks at the obstacles of achieving the LEED v4 BD+C MR credit: Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Material Ingredients. The webinar ends with a look at some free resources that can help manufacturers and AEC firms with LEED projects. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nDescribe the challenges that building product manufacturers may encounter contributing to LEED v4 BD+C Materials and Resources credits\nReview common LEED Materials and Resources product disclosures that AEC firms request from building product manufacturers\nExplain the challenges of meeting the LEED v4 BD+C MR credit: Building Product Disclosure and Optimization – Material Ingredients with a Health Product Declaration (HPD)\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/sustainable-synergy-how-manufacturers-and-scientists-can-collaborate-12205833
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-sustainable-synergy-how-manufacturers-and-scientists-can-collaborate/
LOCATION:Edison Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190909T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190909T130000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190822T144120Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190822T144120Z
UID:10001550-1568023200-1568034000@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
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190912T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190513T164145Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190513T164145Z
UID:10001456-1568278800-1568311200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:USGBC Build it Better: Jersey City 2019
DESCRIPTION:Save the Date!\nUSGBC Build it Better: Jersey City 2019 is U.S. Green Building Council’s premier\, signature event for the Middle Atlantic and New England Regions. This year\, leaders from ten states will gather to network\, learn\, and share ideas. The 2019 conference theme\, Building Performance\, will feature a morning keynote plus several sessions related to new\, existing\, and ongoing building performance. \nOver 1\,800 USGBC member companies\, over 9\,900 LEED Accredited Professionals\, and hundreds green building experts are invited to network\, learn\, and earn continuing education credits. \nUSGBC Build it Better: Jersey City 2019 for our region will be hosted at Liberty House in Jersey City\, New Jersey\, in a beautiful ballroom with a spectacular view of NYC. Our special exhibitor space\, destined for growth in future years\, will highlight our select sponsors. Please plan to join us for this inaugural event! \nLeading Opportunities\nHere is your opportunity to be seen and meet with representatives working in the green building sector. A target market for your services\, products\, and innovations! Partner with us for this inaugural regional conference covering 10 states in the upper northeast. \nContact Vincent Chiusano or Tracie Hall to learn about sponsorship opportunities! \nAccommodations\nSpecial rate available from The Westin Jersey City Newport of $339 per night. Please call Marriott Reservations at 1(800) 937-8461 or (201) 626-2900 on or before Sunday\, August 11\, 2019 to make room reservations. Identify yourself as part of the U.S. Green Building Council group staying at the Westin Jersey City Newport\, located at 479 Washington Boulevard\, Jersey City\, NJ 07310. All reservations must be guaranteed with a major credit card.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/usgbc-build-it-better-jersey-city-2019/
LOCATION:Liberty House Restaurant and Events\, 76 Audrey Zapp Drive\, Jersey City\, NJ\, 07305\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T110000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190719T194220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190917T193933Z
UID:10001319-1568797200-1568804400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Health and Wellness Roundtable: WELL
DESCRIPTION:USGBC 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\, we are kicking off a series of practice (architects\, engineers\, contractors….) and topic (health & wellness\, net zero\, living buildings…) roundtables.This Health and Wellness Roundtable will take place at Jacobs Engineering and focus on the WELL building standard. The Jacobs office at 120 Saint James Ave in Boston has received LEED V4 Gold\, WELL V1 Gold\, and Fitwel 3 stars. Join us to learn about the features that make this a wellness focused office and the challenges that the design team faced during design and construction through certification. This is a great opportunity to come together and share information about WELL\, discuss current WELL projects you and your firm are pursuing\, and learn from Jacobs Engineering’s experience with the WELL process. \nThe 120 St. James entrance is fixed\, please enter from 120 St. James – do not use the 200 Clarendon St. entrance. \n2 LU HSW CEUs Available \n\nThis event is free for USGBC MA Members!If you are a member of USGBC MA just use your email as a promotional code before checkout.Benefits for all membership types include a 15% discount on most of our events. Please note membership with USGBC National is NOT membership with USGBC MA.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/health-and-wellness-roundtable-well/
LOCATION:Jacobs Engineering\, 120 St. James Avenue 5th Floor\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20190918T180000
DTSTAMP:20260420T063929
CREATED:20190603T181211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190627T211741Z
UID:10001533-1568824200-1568829600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar: LEED Residential: The Evolution Towards Higher Performing Homes
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920018820 \nThis session looks at “Why LEED for your Home” and provides an overview of the new LEED v4.1 Residential offerings from USGBC. Panelists representing 2018 Power Builders and LEED Homes award recipients will talk about why LEED is valuable to their company and look at how they are successful in addressing green building challenges at the project and portfolio level. Attendees can learn about their hands-on experience with LEED through case studies of their award winning projects. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify how LEED and the next iteration of the rating system\, LEED v4.1\, will drive higher performing residential buildings\nUnderstand how LEED can be applied to different project types through case studies\nView LEED for residential projects through different lenses such as health\, social equity\, climate\, and resilience\nIdentify the business case and financial drivers that help developers and home builders decide on implementing LEED on single and multifamily projects\n\nCredits: 1 AIA 1 GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, Homes\, GA) \nhttps://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/leed-residential-evolution-towards-higher-performing-homes-12180583
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-leed-residential-the-evolution-towards-higher-performing-homes/
LOCATION:Edison Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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