Photo by kindfolk on Unsplash In this course, participants will learn which Materials & Resources (MR) credits in LEED v4 your project can easily achieve, and what you need to know to get them. TheMR credits in LEED v4 move us away from single-attribute product selection, and toward having a richer set of data to […]
Join the Boston Society of Architects Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion Network, in conjunction with the International Living Future Institute's New England Collaborative and Built Environment Plus, for a lunchtime discussion of the JUST Transparency Label for organizations. The JUST Label is a voluntary disclosure of personnel and workplace policies and realities aimed at increasing justice, […]
A deeper dive into recycling in Massachusetts with Gretchen Carey from Mass Recycle & Republic Services. Have you ever wondered about those numbers on plastics? Pizza boxes: recycle or no? Where is recycling going in the future? Our special guest Gretchen Carey, from Mass Recycle & Republic Services, will be here to answer this and […]
** “LEED Green Associate Exam Prep” will be hosted virtually. All attendees, regardless of whether or not they are eligible for the Green Building Training Program (GBTP), must register for the course through our Eventbrite page. For GBTP participants, your company's enrollment in the Commonwealth Workforce Training Fund’s Small Business Direct Access Program (SBDAP) must […]
Women in Green: Sustainability Director, Coordinator, Manager. This roundtable session we have three sustainable design practice leaders representing a small, medium and large-size design firm joining us to share about their roles and how they integrate sustainable design into their practices. If you are interested in learning about sustainable design topics and practices that are […]
8 Hour Training presented by Built Environment Plus ** “WELL AP Exam Prep” will be hosted virtually. All attendees, regardless of whether or not they are eligible for the Green Building Training Program (GBTP), must register for the course through our Eventbrite page. For GBTP participants, your company’s enrollment in the Commonwealth Workforce Training Fund’s […]
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. *Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. Enter your email into the promo code field for 100% off. var […]
Photo by Clark Van Der Beken on Unsplash This course will focus on climate impacts associated with carbon emissions from the built environment. It will emphasize the importance of goal setting and taking actions to manage building-related carbon emissions throughout a building’s life cycle. The course will begin with an exploration of the context of climate emissions […]
Image via Architecture 2030Why are we hosting this event? We want to empower Municipal Leaders and Staff with knowledge on Zero Carbon Buildings, so that they have the context and confidence to make the necessary transition towards our Zero Carbon Future. Back in March, Gov. Baker signed a landmark climate bill, An Act Creating a […]
The Living Building Challenge Materials Petal can be, well, challenging. Tracking all those materials, vetting material and component inputs for Red List chemicals, tracking the locations of product manufacture or assembly, it is a lot. However, there is one part of the Materials petal that does not get as much attention, even though it can […]
*EPMA meetings are being hosted virtually until further notice. EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA) The EPMA Committee 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 meeting starts with […]
The Emerging Professionals invite you to a book club discussion of the Drawdown Review. Let's gather together to discuss these critical climate solutions and our reactions, feelings, and thoughts. This event will be a chance to chat with friends over a good and important book. The Drawdown Review is the follow up publication to the […]
Build the will around higher education existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about projects at Boston University and Emerson College. The Little Buildingdesigned by Elkus Manfredi Architectsfor Emerson College Presenters:Ross Cameron RIBAvice president, Elkus Manfredi Architects Margaret Ingsinterim vice president for Government & Community Relations, Emerson College Michelle Lambertfounding principal, Lambert […]
*EPMA meetings are being hosted virtually until further notice. EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA) The EPMA Committee 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 meeting starts with […]
BE IN THE KNOWPer- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are a large class of thousands of chemicals that are found in a wide range of building products, including roofing, paints and coatings, sealants, caulks, adhesives, fabrics and more. PFAS provide desirable functions such as weatherproofing, corrosion prevention, lubrication, friction reduction, and grease and water resistance, but […]
Build the will around multifamily existing building work! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about senior living and affordable housing. Mystic Waterworksdesigned by DiMella Shafferfor Somerville Housing Authority Presenters:Brian Langtondirector of Modernization, Somerville Housing Authority Frank Valdez AIAprincipal, DiMella Shaffer -- Arlington Pointdesigned by ICON Architecture Presenters:Bethany Moody AIAproject architect, ICON Architecture Additional presenters […]
Since 2018, Built Environment Plus has directed $1.2M of Workforce Training Funds to the MA green building community, which has provided FREE training for 800+ individuals. This education effort is driving sustainable and regenerative design, construction, and operations of the built environment. Don’t miss out on this opportunity! Come learn why participating in the NEW […]
Build the will around adaptive reuse for commercial workplaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about developer-driven workplace projects. Congress Squaredesigned by Arrowstreetfor Related Beal Presenters:Kate Bubriski AIAdirector of Sustainability & Building Performance, Arrowstreet Amy Korte AIApresident, Arrowstreet Additional presenters to be announced. -- Post @ 200 Smithdesigned by CBTfor Anchor Line Partners […]
We will look at carbon from the large scale and in terms of circular economic principles. The Roundtable will kick off with a couple of short (5 minute) presentations on carbon mitigation actions and regulations at the state and city levels, followed by a short overview of how circular economic principles can serve to support […]
Hey you! Yes, you! What’s your sustainability passion? We want to know! Join us for EPMA’s Annual Summer Picnic where we’ll be talking about all things sustainability from professional projects to personal lifestyles and goals! After a long year of virtual events, we are excited to be re-uniting to enjoy some fresh air, green grass, […]