BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Built Environment Plus - ECPv6.15.20//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:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250925T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20250527T185330Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T182406Z UID:10002175-1758812400-1758819600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Energy Code for Low-Rise Residential Buildings (2 Part Course) DESCRIPTION:Learn About the Series\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sept 25th & Sept 30th\, 3:00 – 5:00 pm\n \n \n \n \n \n About the TrainingThanks to the Sponsors of Mass Save® and the Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources\, registration for each session in this series is being offered at a reduced cost from Built Environment Plus’ typical course rate. \nIn this two-part training\, we will review the differences in Residential codes across Massachusetts’ three energy codes – Base code\, Stretch\, and Net Zero – for Single Family Homes\, existing\, Additions\, and Renovations. Various wall assemblies\, air barriers\, windows\, and ceilings/roofs will be discussed. Participants will gain an understanding of the embodied carbon credit\, as well as mechanical systems\, solar systems\, and electrical vehicle requirements. Additionally\, participants will learn what is needed to build\, test\, and verify to the new code for these project types. While there are no prerequisites to join this training\, it is recommended that attendees have already taken the level 1 courses taught by PSD and MassSave. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Refund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n This training is eligible for 4 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Amy Sheehan Latva-Kokko and Courtney Borelli with DSK | Dewing Schmid Kearns Architects + Planners; and Maciej Konieczny with New Ecology. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Amy Sheehan Latva-Kokko\, AIA\, CPHD\, LEED BD+C\, is the Chair of the BSA Committee on the Environment\, and the Director of Sustainability at DSK Dewing Schmid Kearns in Concord\, MA. Amy has worked on various aspects of the energy code\, as part of the development as a municipal voter of IECC 2021\, and then working to adopt the Specialized code in her town. Amy fields a lot of questions on the energy code\, and is excited to teach with her talented colleague Courtney Borelli. Amy organizes an internal education program DSKU in which she and colleagues have taught classes on resilience\, building detailing\, architectural theory\, and compliance with the new energy codes in Massachusetts. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Courtney Borelli\, RA\, CPHD\, is a Senior Associate at DSK Dewing Schmid Kearns in Concord\, MA. Courtney is an architect licensed in Massachusetts and a Certified Passive House Designer. Courtney works primarily on high-performance single-family residential homes and building envelopes from initial conception through completion of construction. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Maciej Konieczny\, CEM\, LEED AP\, CBCP\, CPHC\, CPHB\, is a recognized expert in sustainable development\, specializing in affordable multifamily housing. As Director of Building Technologies at New Ecology\, he drives innovation and impact by leading highly complex development projects\, bringing deep expertise in Passive House\, energy codes\, and advanced mechanical systems. He also empowers his team and the industry through staff mentorship and by leading educational initiatives on critical topics like embodied carbon analysis and sustainable building practices. Beyond technical leadership\, Maciej cultivates strong client relationships and fosters business development\, ensuring strategic growth for the organization. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Identify current requirements in the stretch code for Additions for residences.2. Identify different building assemblies that meet the prescribed requirements.3. Understand construction best practices to meet stringent air leakage testing.4. Understand carbon credits and HERS accounting.  \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 4th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses 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.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-13612Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $60 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/energy-code-for-low-rise-residential-buildings-9-25/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,MA Stretch Code Series 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/Low-Rise-Residential-Graphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T140000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20250814T193459Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250918T180351Z UID:10002203-1759226400-1759240800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Local Government Leadership Summit DESCRIPTION:This summit will explore how Massachusetts and national programs support local government sustainability and resilience leadership.  Learn why hundreds of local governments have embraced the LEED for Cities rating system to assess and improve their jurisdiction-wide sustainability and resilience programs\, and why Massachusetts ranks number one in U.S. LEED certifications. Strategize with state and national program leaders on how we strengthen our collective efforts.  Hear about the range of products\, programs and tools for local governments at USGBC. \nThis convening will benefit local government staff\, including city and county planners\, sustainability and resilience teams\, building and facility managers\, city/county managers\, board and commission members\, and elected officials; regional government agency staff; local NGOs that work with cities and counties; consultants that engage with local governments in the region; students and emerging professionals; USGBC members; and all others interested in supporting vibrant\, resilient\, and healthy communities. \nLearning objectives:• Participants will understand how the sustainability and resilience offerings by Massachusetts-based programs and USGBC strengthen communities.• Participants will receive an overview of the LEED for Existing Cities v4.1 framework.• Participants will strategize with state and national program leaders on how we strengthen our collective efforts.• Participants will know how to best utilize the expertise and resources of USGBC to advance their resilience and sustainability goals. \nGBCI Continuing education hours: 4LEED-Specific Rating System: LEED ND\, LEED Green AssociateAIA Hours: 4 LU/HSW \nAre you interested in learning more about LEED v5? You can find out more at our free LEED v5 Leadership Series: Boston later in the day in the same room.  \nLearn more about the summit on USGBC’s site. \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/local-government-leadership-summit/ LOCATION:Fort Point Room\, Atlantic Wharf\, 290 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/USGBC-Local-Govt-Leadership-Summit.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250930T193000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20250814T194331Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250904T142310Z UID:10002204-1759253400-1759260600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED v5 Leadership Series DESCRIPTION:Join USGBC and key technical contributors involved in developing and adopting the LEED v5 rating system as they provide an overview of the system’s goals\, impact areas\, and how it drives market transformation. This session will highlight why project teams and organizations choose LEED v5\, its value in meeting organizational goals\, and how it enhances performance and market competitiveness. \nAttendees will gain insights into real-world adoption strategies\, stakeholder engagement techniques\, and available resources to implement LEED v5 successfully in current and future projects. Speakers will share lessons learned\, best practices for streamlining certification\, and approaches to achieving priorities such as decarbonization\, resilience\, and health and wellness techniques. Whether you want to position your projects for success or make the business case for LEED v5\, this session will equip you with the tools and strategies needed to drive adoption. \nAre you interested in learning more about USGBC’s LEED for Cities program? USGBC will be hosting the USGBC Local Government Leadership Summit: Boston earlier in the day in the same space. Register today and join us for both events! \nGBCI Continuing education hours: 1LEED-Specific Rating System: LEED AP BD+C\, LEED AP O+M\, LEED Green AssociateAIA Hours: 1 LU/HSW \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leedv5-leadership-series/ LOCATION:Fort Point Room\, Atlantic Wharf\, 290 Congress St\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, United States ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/08/USGBCEventGraphics_LEED-v5.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251113T140000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20250804T201616Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251003T133651Z UID:10002194-1763035200-1763042400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Specifying Healthier Materials Beyond Checking Boxes DESCRIPTION:Photo credit: designLAB architects\n \n Learn About the Series\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the TrainingSpecifying materials that meet LEED v4 and v4.1 requirements has gotten easier. However\, many projects stop at just meeting these requirements\, when we could be doing much better. The course will provide information on specifying products and materials that are Living Building Challenge red list free\, avoiding chemicals of concern from the Six Classes\, specifying products with transparency labels\, and finding healthier products through third-party certifications and publicly available databases. This course is intended for building industry professionals. It can be held virtually or in-person and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis is the seventh session of the Materials Matter: Embodied Carbon & The Path to Healthier Buildings training series. Join the series to explore the connections between climate\, human health\, and the circular economy—transforming the way we design and build for a better future. \nRefund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nThis training is eligible for 2 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. AIA membership information will be collected from attendees by BE+ during the training. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Lisa Goodwin Robbins with Kalin Associates\, and Carrie Havey with The Green Engineer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carrie Havey\, LEED Fellow\, has been with The Green Engineer since 2010. Carrie’s expertise resides in facilitating workshops and collaborating with project teams to provide sustainable design advice and LEED guidance at every stage of a project. She is skilled in overseeing projects that need to meet sustainable design regulatory requirements\, such as MSBA or Article 37 in Boston. She has experience on a wide range of project types\, including higher education facilities\, k-12 schools\, labs\, multi-family residential\, municipal buildings\, and commercial interiors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Lisa Goodwin Robbins\, RA\, CCS\, LEED\, is a registered architect\, CSI-certified construction specifier\, and LEED-accredited professional with more than 20 years experience in specification writing\, with a focus on projects seeking LBC\, LEED\, and WELL certifications. She helps other Architects\, both designer types and project managers\, be green\, solve problems\, and get their projects built. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Articulate the value of using healthier materials and educate clients and team members about healthier materials goals. 2. Prioritize healthier materials’ importance to you\, your firm\, and your owners.3. Optimize product searching and product selection using databases and the Common Materials Framework.  4. Translate sustainability goals into specification language. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 23rd\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses 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.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-9006Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/specifying-healthier-materials-beyond-checking-boxes-11-13/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,Materials Matter 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/07/Specifying-Healthier-Materials-Beyond-Checking-Boxes0D0A.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251204T170000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20251023T145815Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T184932Z UID:10002221-1764860400-1764867600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Energy Code for Owners and Contractors: Lessons from the Field DESCRIPTION:Learn More & Submit Your Questions\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Virtual Panel Discussion on December 4th\, 3:00 – 5:00 pm\nAbout the TrainingThis panel discussion is a bonus session added to the MA Stretch Energy Code Training Series. Look for more sessions like this\, including Stretch & Specialized Code Basics\, scheduled for 2026! Sign up for updates on these courses here. \nJoin us for an engaging panel discussion exploring how the new energy code is being implemented across Institutional (including K–12)\, Large Commercial\, and Multifamily building types. Representatives from Turner and Consigli Construction will compare project typologies\, sharing real-world challenges\, lessons learned\, and impacts from the transition. Topics will include pre-construction and cost considerations (a key concern for owners)\, execution of design intent on projects that have built in the new code\, quality control strategies like mockups\, and the role of design teams in accurate pricing. Owners and contractors alike will gain valuable insight into navigating potential pitfalls\, anticipating added costs\, and planning for success under the new code. \nAttendees are encouraged to submit questions in advance to shape the discussion. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Refund PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \nThis training is eligible for 2 AIA continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online panel moderated by Christina McPike from WinnCompanies with project presentations and lessons from the field led by Ken Amano and Michael Barry from Consigli Construction and Ryan S Cleverdon and Ed Demille from Turner Construction. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ModeratorChristina McPike is Vice President of Energy and Sustainability at WinnCompanies\, which is a family founded and operated multifamily housing developer and manager. Since joining Winn in 2013\, Christina has overseen dozens of energy efficiency projects across the company’s portfolio of affordable housing communities. Under Christina’s leadership\, WinnDevelopment successfully integrates high-performance and low-carbon design principles in every project\, from ground-up new construction to occupied rehabs and deep energy retrofits. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n PresentersKen Amano\, LEED AP\, CPHB\, is the Director of Technical Quality at Consigli Construction and a former design professional at William Rawn Associates Architects. He is involved from Preconstruction and Façade Design-Assist through Building Enclosure Commissioning on many of Consigli’s projects from New England to Washington DC\, interfacing between trade partners and design teams to develop and fully coordinate building envelopes. Given his design background\, Ken also troubleshoots a wide range of construction issues and is the technical lead for Consigli’s Quality department. \n \n \n \n \n \n \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 Barry is a Senior M/E/P Manager and Regional Lead for Metro Boston at Consigli Construction. Having previously worked for RDK Engineers\, Mike has provided specialized expertise to our teams over the last 17 years\, ranging from the preliminary stages of design through commissioning and turnover. He is focused on Large Project Development across a broad spectrum of building types and is responsible for leading MEP/FP-related Pre-Construction and Procurement with Owners and Design Teams\, helping to establish target budgets as well as energy goals. In addition\, Mike actively assists with facilitating Building Permits and ISD / FD Inspections. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Edward DeMille serves as the Northeast Regional Quality Control Manager with Turner Construction. Ed joined Turner Construction in 2015 after a 15-year career in architecture with RIZVI Architects\, bringing a deep understanding of design and construction collaboration. With over 25 years in the industry\, he has worked extensively in aviation\, higher education\, and office fitouts. Among his notable work\, the Harvard Science and Engineering Complex stands out for its complexity and scale. Edward was also part of the BU CILSE project team\, which received a CMAA award in 2018\, and holds a Construction Quality Management for Contractors certification from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers. He lives in Pembroke\, MA\, and enjoys skiing\, camping\, and hiking with his family. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ryan Cleverdon\, P.E.\, CPHB\, is a Project Manager with Turner Construction in Boston. Ryan joined Turner Construction in 2015 after 7 years as a Structural Engineer with Parsons Brinckerhoff. He has primarily worked on Commercial Core/Shell projects\, specializing in structural and exterior envelope systems. A licensed Professional Engineer in Massachusetts\, he also serves as the Boston Area Subject Matter Expert (SME) on Passive Buildings and is a Certified Passive House Builder. He lives in Westborough\, MA\, and enjoys playing soccer and spending time with his daughter. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n Understand key implementation challenges and cost implications of the new energy code across Institutional\, Large Commercial\, and Multifamily projects to better anticipate owner and contractor priorities during project planning and budgeting.Apply practical strategies for executing design intent and maintaining quality control\, including the use of mockups and coordinated design–construction communication\, to ensure code compliance and performance outcomes.Identify opportunities for improved collaboration between design and construction teams to support accurate pricing\, mitigate risk\, and streamline decision-making in early project phases.Evaluate lessons learned from real-world case studies to inform future projects—enhancing pre-construction planning\, aligning stakeholder expectations\, and adapting workflows to meet evolving code requirements. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 13th\, 2025\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses 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.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-14304Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $40 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/energy-code-for-contractors-and-owners-12-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,MA Stretch Code Series 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/10/Energy-Code-for-Owners-and-Contractors.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20251119T165431Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251216T220228Z UID:10002231-1767960000-1767963600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings.\nThe Roundtable will focus on two LEED v5 Materials credits – Low Emitting Materials and Building Product Selection and Procurement. The new Building Product Selection and Procurement credit in particular is complicated and there is a lot to learn. Our Subject Matter Experts will talk about the credit requirements\, provide a walk through of the new LEED Materials Calculator\, discuss how the Common Materials Framework is integrated into the credits\, share thoughts on how this will impact contractors and manufacturers\, and provide insights on what we can do to prepare for these changes. No previous knowledge of v5 is required. Please come with all of your questions and let’s learn together. \nSubject Matter Experts: \nKena David | Director of Sustainability | Consigli \nRegi Endriukaitis | Territory Manager | Shaw Contract \nSarah Michelman | Principal | The Green Engineer \nLaurel Christensen | Founder | Loom & Lever \nReach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/health-wellness-roundtable-1-9/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/HealthWellnessRoundtableGraphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260205T100000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20251201T212048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260120T164412Z UID:10002235-1770282000-1770285600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Living Future Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Living Future Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss topics and issues related to International Living Future Institute (ILFI) programs.\nTopic: Meeting the Moment in Community (Framing from We are the Great Turning) \nTo kick off 2026\, the Living Futures Community will draw inspiration from “We Are the Great Turning\,” a podcast devoted to how to live with our hearts and integrity intact during this time of global crisis. Laurel Chadzynski and Nicole Voss will assist in facilitating the discussion through the “spiral of the Work that Reconnects.” We will begin by grounding ourselves in community through gratitude\, and then honor our pain in order to see the world with new eyes. Our reflections will guide us in going forth by cultivating a shared vision for a just\, sustainable\, and optimistic future. \n  \nNicole Voss\, AIA\, LEED BD+C\, WELL AP is the Director of Sustainability and an Associate Principle at isgenuity\, which is a mission-driven architectural firm focused on contributing to humanity in ways that demonstrate a commitment to equity and sustainability. Nicole is dedicated to advancing environmental justice through the firm’s work in healthcare\, higher education\, and science & tech. Nicole is also focused on systematically reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with the built environment in her role as a co-chair of the CLF Boston / Northeast Hub\, and she champions regenerative design as part of the New England Living Futures Community. \nAs a licensed Architect trained in Lean thinking with a passion for materials\, Laurel Chadzynski consistently encourages designers and project teams to consider the wide-ranging impacts of their design and project management decisions. Her work lies at the intersection of projects\, organizations\, and networks. She believes in the power of community and collective action to effect systems change\, and convenes hundreds of the industry’s leading sustainable design practitioners through the Green Commons’ Peer Networks. Through her practice Loom and Lever she weaves together diverse stakeholders to find leverage points for positive change using facilitation and cohort-based learning programs to spark more holistic thinking in the field of design. \n  \nReach out to livingfuture@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-future-roundtable-2-5/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Living Future,Living Future Collaborative,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/LFRoundtable.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260210T140000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060718 CREATED:20251201T143612Z LAST-MODIFIED:20251223T185129Z UID:10002233-1770724800-1770732000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Stretch & Specialized Code Basics DESCRIPTION:About the Training This course covers the 225 CMR 23.00 MA Commercial Stretch and Opt-in Specialized energy codes applicable from July 1\, 2023 and including February 2025 updates. The presentation encompasses the different pathways available for code compliance\, requirements for each section (envelope\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical)\, and an overview of how the different components work together. Participants will also learn how the Fossil Fuel Free Pilot communities program may use the Stretch Code as a tool to help meet building performance and electrification goals. This course is intended for all building industry professionals\, including but not limited to architects\, engineers\, consultants\, modelers\, developers\, owners\, and contractors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n This training is eligible for 2 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Chris Schaffner with The Green Engineer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Chris Schaffner\, PE\, LEED Fellow\, is the founder and CEO of The Green Engineer\, Inc. For over 36 years\, Chris has been involved in many projects incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability across many building types\, ranging from high-rise office buildings to small-scale multi-family residential. Chris serves on the Stretch Energy Code Technical Advisory Committee\, among other advisory committees and working groups. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Participants will be able to describe the compliance pathways of the MA State Energy Codes for different building types and sizes.2. Participants will understand how the Stretch Code impacts project decisions.3. Participants will be able to assess the implications of the Opt-In Specialized Code.4. Participants will be able to recognize how the code changes impact existing buildings and interior fit-up projects. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by January 20th\, 2026\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.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-13376Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175 per trainee \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted at least 21 days before the training date. All training must be completed within one year of the course start date. \nDocumentation RequiredSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Refund and Rescheduling PolicyFull refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. Full refunds are also available by request if the course date is rescheduled BE+ and a participant cannot attend the new course date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, registration transfer to a future course is preferred over refunds and registration transfers cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/stretch-specialized-code-basics-2-10/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,MA Stretch Code Series 2025 ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/03/Stretch-Specialized-Code-Basics-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260226T100000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060719 CREATED:20260209T205001Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T205002Z UID:10002249-1772096400-1772100000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Living Future Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Living Future Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss topics and issues related to International Living Future Institute (ILFI) programs.\nTopic: Meeting the Moment in Community (Framing from We are the Great Turning) \nTo kick off 2026\, the Living Futures Community will draw inspiration from “We Are the Great Turning\,” a podcast devoted to how to live with our hearts and integrity intact during this time of global crisis. Laurel Chadzynski and Nicole Voss will assist in facilitating the discussion through the “spiral of the Work that Reconnects.” We will begin by grounding ourselves in community through gratitude\, and then honor our pain in order to see the world with new eyes. Our reflections will guide us in going forth by cultivating a shared vision for a just\, sustainable\, and optimistic future. \nNicole Voss\, AIA\, LEED BD+C\, WELL AP is the Director of Sustainability and an Associate Principle at isgenuity\, which is a mission-driven architectural firm focused on contributing to humanity in ways that demonstrate a commitment to equity and sustainability. Nicole is dedicated to advancing environmental justice through the firm’s work in healthcare\, higher education\, and science & tech. Nicole is also focused on systematically reducing greenhouse gas emissions associated with the built environment in her role as a co-chair of the CLF Boston / Northeast Hub\, and she champions regenerative design as part of the New England Living Futures Community. \nAs a licensed Architect trained in Lean thinking with a passion for materials\, Laurel Chadzynski consistently encourages designers and project teams to consider the wide-ranging impacts of their design and project management decisions. Her work lies at the intersection of projects\, organizations\, and networks. She believes in the power of community and collective action to effect systems change\, and convenes hundreds of the industry’s leading sustainable design practitioners through the Green Commons’ Peer Networks. Through her practice Loom and Lever she weaves together diverse stakeholders to find leverage points for positive change using facilitation and cohort-based learning programs to spark more holistic thinking in the field of design. \nReach out to livingfuture@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n Register Here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-future-roundtable-2-26/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Living Future,Living Future Collaborative,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/12/LFRoundtable.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260409T193000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060719 CREATED:20260303T183229Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260402T175621Z UID:10002258-1775755800-1775763000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Health & Wellness and Emerging Professionals Building Tour - Lyrik DESCRIPTION:Lyrik Back Bay\n Time: 5:30pm – 6:30pm | Location: 400 Newbury St\, Boston\, MA 02115 |Happy Hour: Tree House Brewing Company in Prudential Center | Time: 6:30pm – 7:30pm \nJoin us for a tour of Lyrik Back Bay\, a high-performance building in the heart of Boston’s Back Bay that has earned triple gold certifications in LEED\, WELL\, and WiredScore. This buildng is a 650\,000 SF mixed-use development and the design integrates sustainability and wellness\, with abundant daylight\, flexible workspaces\, and features that prioritize occupant comfort and health. \nThis tour offers a first-hand look at how thoughtful\, sustainable design can create an inclusive\, energy-efficient\, and occupant-focused environment. After the tour\, we’ll gather for drinks\, networking\, and conversation with the community! \nTransportation:There is a parking garage at Lyrik Garage (1001 Boylston Street).Public transit – the project is close to the Green line and Orange line. \nThe project teams: Elkus Manfredi Architects\, Samuels & Associates\, McNamara Salvia Structural Engineers\, and Haley & Aldrich \nTo learn more information about the project\, go here: https://www.elkus-manfredi.com/service_type/architecture/ and https://lyrikbackbay.com/ \nBuilding Tour Co-hosted by Health & Wellness and Emerging Professionals Communities. \nBackground Image: Lyrik \n \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/health-wellness-and-emerging-professionals-building-tour-lyrik/ LOCATION:Lyrik\, 400 Newbury St\, Boston\, MA\, 02115 CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Health & Wellness,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Lyrik-Building-Tour-V2-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260507T180000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060719 CREATED:20260325T192611Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260331T181408Z UID:10002270-1778158800-1778176800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Carbon Experts Summit Boston DESCRIPTION:Join industry leaders at the Carbon Experts Summit Boston\, part of Boston Climate Week\, for an afternoon of practical decarbonization strategies. Co-hosted with One Click LCA\, we will feature City of Boston representatives speaking on regulations\, alongside industry leaders sharing real-world case studies and expert perspectives. \nAgenda1:00 – 1:20 | Opening remarks1:25 – 2:15 | Keynote Discussion: City of Boston2:20 – 2:40 | Carbon Neutral Project Spotlight2:50 – 3:10 | LEED v5 & Carbon3:25 – 4:10 | Panel Session: Carbon Reduction Design Strategies4:15 – 5:00 | Panel Session: Technical Application & Proven Processes5:00 – 6:00 | Networking & Product Spotlight \nRegistration is hosted on One Click LCA’s page. \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/carbon-experts-summit-boston-5-7/ LOCATION:Location TBD CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/OneClick-Summit-Graphic.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T113000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20260618T130000 DTSTAMP:20260409T060719 CREATED:20260327T165022Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260406T202503Z UID:10002269-1781782200-1781787600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED v5 for Resilience & Health: Designing Buildings that Protect People and Communities DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingAs the industry prepares for the next evolution of LEED\, our LEED v5 Webinar Series offers a practical\, insider look at what’s changing – and what it means for your work. This multi-part virtual series kicks off with Resilience + Human Health Impact. Explore how LEED v5 integrates climate resilience and occupant wellbeing through tools such as the RELi Resilience Rating System and Human Health Impact Assessments to help project teams design buildings that protect people and communities. \nThis webinar is eligible for 1.5 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \n This is a live\, online training led by Sarah Michelman and Carrie Havey with The Green Engineer and Adele Houghton with Biositu. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sarah Michelman\, RA\, LEED AP BD+C\, WELL AP\, Fitwel Ambassador\, Living Futures Accredited (LFA) is a Principal and Sustainability Consultant at The Green Engineer and has been with the company since 2010. She is passionate about collaborating with clients to assist in mitigating the environmental impact of their projects and and meeting Green Building regulatory requirements \, through coordinating sustainability workshops and working integratively with project teams throughout all project phases. She works with the understanding that early engagement with project teams allows the benefits of energy efficiency healthy green buildings are beneficial for the occupants and the communities in which they are located. Sarah’s extensive background in architecture\, supports her ability to interface with diverse integrated project teams and allows her to bring her knowledge of sustainable design and construction practices into the conversation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Carrie Havey\, LEED Fellow\, has been with The Green Engineer since 2010. Carrie’s expertise resides in facilitating workshops and collaborating with project teams to provide sustainable design advice and LEED guidance at every stage of a project. She is skilled in overseeing projects that need to meet sustainable design regulatory requirements\, such as MSBA or Article 37 in Boston. She has experience on a wide range of project types\, including higher education facilities\, k-12 schools\, labs\, multi-family residential\, municipal buildings\, and commercial interiors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adele Houghton\, FAIA\, DrPH\, LEED AP\, is President of Biositu\, LLC where she works at the intersection of buildings\, public health\, and climate change. She is a member of the American Institute of Architects College of Fellows and received a Doctor of Public Health (DrPH) degree from the Harvard T.H. Chan School of Public Health\, where she also teaches. Her book Architectural Epidemiology (Johns Hopkins University Press\, 2025)\, co-authored with Professor Carlos Castillo-Salgado of Johns Hopkins University\, proposes a novel method for architectural design: combining neighborhood-scale environmental health data with participatory community engagement to maximize a building’s positive ripple effect on community and planetary health. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n Coming Soon \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by May 28th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses 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.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-15260Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $25 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancelation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nDon’t see a financial assistance option that meets your needs? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to learn more about leveraging the opportunities available to you. Bulk discounts are available for 5 or more attendees at once. \nBE+ is committed to providing accessible events. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate\, please indicate in your registration and we will reach out to you. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. \n  \nPhoto credit: Graffito SP URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leedv5-for-resilience-and-human-health-impact-6-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,LEED v5 in Practice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/03/Leed-v5-for-Resilience-Health.webp END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR