About the Class Passive House goals and methodology change the way architects and builders think and work, making the architectural design itself a driver of climate, health, and social solutions. This is a 4-hour course that dives into the basic principles, history, certification, and the new frontiers of Passive House design as it continues to […]
*BE+ Emerging Professional Roundtables (EPMA meetings) are being hosted virtually until further notice. BE+ EMERGING PROFESSIONALS (EP) The EP group is a great venue for becoming more engaged with the green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved. TYPICAL MEETING AGENDA: The […]
*BE+ Emerging Professional Roundtables (EPMA meetings) are being hosted virtually until further notice. BE+ EMERGING PROFESSIONALS (EP) The EP group is a great venue for becoming more engaged with the green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved. TYPICAL MEETING AGENDA: The […]
With this LEED® AP Building Design and Construction training, you will know the requirements and calculations required for the following LEED credits: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. You’ll learn and practice the three exam areas – Recognition, Application, and Analysis, as well as be able to […]
With this LEED® AP Building Design and Construction training, you will know the requirements and calculations required for the following LEED credits: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. You’ll learn and practice the three exam areas – Recognition, Application, and Analysis, as well as be able to […]
Join the BE+ Carbon and Energy Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to carbon and energy in buildings. Reach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. Group Leadership: Co-Chair: Joelle Jahn Co-Chair: Stephen Moore Board Liason: Julie Janiski Board Liason: Rebecca Hatchadorian Board Liaison: Kristen […]
It is that time of year again! ???? Get the crew back together or start a new team and join us for some friendly competition! ???? Show your squad has what it takes to tackle the second annual BE+ Scavenger Hunt and explore sustainable practices together in your own neighborhood. ????????Complete as many missions as […]
In the Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant (CPHD/C) course, you will learn the core principles of Passive House design.
Learn the components of Zero Net and co-examine case studies, detailing integrated systems and creative solutions that make ZNE a reality.
This workshop will highlight the trends and tools available to find and select healthier products.
A Scavenger Hunt? Yes! Check out and join the 2022 BE+ Sustainability Scavenger Hunt. Starting Earth Day and ending on Mother's Day. If you participate as a player, you get into the celebration event for free! Players will get a code for free registration after game start. Otherwise, you can just join into the fun […]
Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings. Reach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. View the roundtable's webpage Group Leadership: Co-Chair: Lisa Carey-Moore Co-Chair: Connie (Tzou) Wijaranakula Board Liaison: Jenn Taranto Board Liaison: Heather Henriksen Board Liaison: Rebecca Schofield […]
Come join us for a virtual Trivia Night- all about building design codes! You’ll test your knowledge and learn more about codes like ASHRAE 62.1, LEED, WELL AP, IECC Façade/Envelope Design, and the IBC. If you don’t know what these acronyms stand for – no worries! We will introduce you to the code and ask […]
The BE+ Women in Green Roundtable is a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to collaborate as Women in the industry. Reach out to womeningreen@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. View the roundtable's webpage Group Leadership: Chair / Moderator: Allison Zuchman, Senior Sustainability Consultant at The Green Engineer Board Liason: Jenn Taranto, […]
The BE+ Women in Green Roundtable is a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to collaborate as Women in the industry. Reach out to womeningreen@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. View the roundtable's webpage Group Leadership: Chair / Moderator: Allison Zuchman, Senior Sustainability Consultant at The Green Engineer Board Liaison: Jenn Taranto, […]
Come Celebrate! We invite you to join us for the 2022 Living Future New England Just Celebration to acknowledge organizations in our community who have taken the next step towards transparency in becoming a socially equitable and diverse business. This is an exciting opportunity to connect and celebrate with those raising the bar of social […]
Join the BE+ Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance hosted monthly roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings. Reach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. Existing buildings are major contributors to climate change. In 2015, existing residential and commercial buildings generated 1,913.3 […]
About the Class The 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 […]
Learn which Materials and Resources (MR) credits in LEED v4 your project can easily achieve, and what you need to know to achieve them.
The Introduction to the WELL Building Standard 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. This training will introduce how to reinvent buildings that are better for both people and the […]