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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T170000
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SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts Meeting
DESCRIPTION:EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA)\nThe EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved.\nMEETING AGENDAS TYPICALLY INCLUDE:\nThe meeting starts with a 45 minute discussion with the committee leaders regarding planning for upcoming EPMA events and USGBC-MA Chapter updates. All are welcome to this portion of the meeting as we look for volunteers to help plan events. Please join us at 6:45pm for the presentation and networking.\nBelow is the breakdown of the meeting agenda: \n6:00-6:40pm: Committee Meeting\n6:40-6:45pm: Break/Introductions\n6:45-7:20pm: Presentation\n7:20-7:30pm: Networking \nTHIS MONTH’S FEATURE PRESENTATION:\nStay tuned for an update on the presentation!\nA BIT MORE ABOUT EPMA:\nChairs: Jenna Dancewicz\, Aminah McNulty\nThe Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts (EPMA) Committee is a community of ascending professionals across the green building industry and allied fields that provides professional support\, development and advocacy tools through active networking\, monthly programming and community events.\nTo learn more about EPMA\, join the mailing list by following this link (select the Emerging Professionals e-mail list)\, visit our EPMA facebook group page (USGBC Emerging Professionals – MA) or send an email to emergingprofessionals@usgbcma.org.\nEPMA Events Include: \nBuilding Tours\nSustainable Bike Tour\nNetworking Nights\nNeighborhood Clean-Ups\nStudent Programming\nCheck out our calendar for the latest schedule!
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emerging-professionals-of-massachusetts-meeting-7/
LOCATION:Room Hummingbird\, Floor 12\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181217T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181108T212230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T212230Z
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SUMMARY:Solar Roundtable
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.\nThe Solar Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to solar in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/solar-roundtable/
LOCATION:Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181213T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181108T211440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T211440Z
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SUMMARY:Architects Roundtable
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.\nThe Architects Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to architecture in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/architects-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:Hercules\, Floor 17\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181206T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181108T031646Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181108T031758Z
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SUMMARY:WELL AP with Jenn Taranto of Structure Tone
DESCRIPTION:Within this WELL course you will learn how to articulate the financial\, societal\, and environmental benefits of WELL certification\, identify the role of the International Well Building Institute and the WELL Building Standard\, recognize the structure of the WELL Building Standard\, explain the seven concepts of the WELL Building standard\, the strategies to achieve them\, and the health impacts they address\, and summarize the certification process of the WELL Building Standard. The WELL AP Exam Prep Class will have nine sections which will be given over the course of one day. Upon completion of the class you will be eligible to sit for the WELL AP exam at a local testing center. \n  \nAbout the Instructor\nJennifer Taranto ensures the principals of sustainability\, well-being\, and Lean construction are incorporated into client projects and everyday work practices throughout the entire Structure Tone Organization. \nJenn is a passionate advocate for reducing the environmental impact of the built environment and enabling organizations to improve people’s health and well-being while reducing the construction and operating costs of facilities. She gets involved in the early stages of client projects to define the needs and the overall sustainability goals in order to create an internal roadmap for a team’s success. \nJennifer brings more than eighteen years of experience in the commercial real estate and construction industry\, and joined Structure Tone in 2001. Her previous roles included superintendent and project manager prior to becoming Structure Tone’s Director of Sustainability in 2008.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/well-ap-with-jenn-taranto-of-structure-tone/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181203T110000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181106T235744Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T000019Z
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SUMMARY:Women in Green
DESCRIPTION:Women are driving the sustainability of the built environment. We are tasked with the most important mission of all: healing the earth. \nAt Women in Green connect with your community and learn a bit about Blue Cross Blue Shield’s sustainability journey.  Then join local sustainability leaders in guided table discussions examining ourselves\, our communities\, and our global connections. Enjoy breakfast as we center ourselves and contemplate how together\, we can heal the planet. \n\nAgenda\n8:00 am – Networking breakfast \n8:35 am – Welcome and Introductions\, Deb Kiernan\, Senior Director\, Real Estate\, Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts \n8:55 am – Table activity – Discussion led by table leaders \n9:40 am – Group discussion on next steps. \n10:15 am – Mindfulness Activity – led by BCBSMA Health Engagement colleague \n10:30 am – Networking \n11:15 am – (Optional) BCBSMA Office Talk & Tour\, Carolyn Manoukian / Monica Nakielski
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/women-in-green/
LOCATION:Blue Cross Blue Shield of Massachusetts Corporate Office\, 12th floor Conference Center\, 101 Huntington Avenue\, Boston\, MA\, 02199\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181129T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181003T185242Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T185242Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to Sustainable Acoustics
DESCRIPTION:Acoustics is a critical component in providing a comfortable listening environment for users and is recognized by several building rating systems for sustainability and health including LEED\, WELL\, Fitwel\, and Passive House. This session presents an overview of acoustic principles and various ways in which sustainable design can be applied to acoustics to extend green design concepts. We will discuss:\n· The ABCs of architectural acoustics and the importance of proper acoustic design to the comfort and wellness of occupants across different types of building uses.\n· We will discuss design strategies to help achieve the acoustics requirements of various building rating systems throughout the design and construction process.\n· We will discuss synergies of acoustical design with other green building strategies – such as environmentally friendly materials\, smarter use of energy\, water and material resources and improved indoor environmental conditions – and potential trade offs. \nAbout the Presenter: KRISTEN MURPHY\, LEED AP BD+CMichigan native Kristen Murphy is an acoustics consultant providing architectural acoustics\, mechanical systems noise and vibration control\, and environmental noise consulting for educational\, healthcare\, performing arts\, commercial\, and residential projects. Her experience includes work on more than 100 architectural acoustics and noise control projects\, for which she conducted field measurements\, evaluated acoustical criteria\, and provided acoustical recommendations for room finishes\, sound isolation construction\, and mechanical noise mitigation
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-sustainable-acoustics/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181119T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181119T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180926T233931Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T180947Z
UID:10001367-1542646800-1542654000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts Meeting
DESCRIPTION:EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA)\nThe EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved.\nMEETING AGENDAS TYPICALLY INCLUDE:\nThe meeting starts with a 45 minute discussion with the committee leaders regarding planning for upcoming EPMA events and USGBC-MA Chapter updates. All are welcome to this portion of the meeting as we look for volunteers to help plan events. Please join us at 6:45pm for the presentation and networking.\nBelow is the breakdown of the meeting agenda: \n6:00-6:40pm: Committee Meeting\n6:40-6:45pm: Break/Introductions\n6:45-7:20pm: Presentation\n7:20-7:30pm: Networking \nTHIS MONTH’S FEATURE PRESENTATION:\nStay tuned for an update on the presentation!\nA BIT MORE ABOUT EPMA:\nChairs: Jenna Dancewicz\, Aminah McNulty\nThe Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts (EPMA) Committee is a community of ascending professionals across the green building industry and allied fields that provides professional support\, development and advocacy tools through active networking\, monthly programming and community events.\nTo learn more about EPMA\, join the mailing list by following this link (select the Emerging Professionals e-mail list)\, visit our EPMA facebook group page (USGBC Emerging Professionals – MA) or send an email to emergingprofessionals@usgbcma.org.\nEPMA Events Include: \nBuilding Tours\nSustainable Bike Tour\nNetworking Nights\nNeighborhood Clean-Ups\nStudent Programming\nCheck out our calendar for the latest schedule!
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emerging-professionals-of-massachusetts-meeting-6/
LOCATION:Room Hummingbird\, Floor 12\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181114T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180723T230604Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T192838Z
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SUMMARY:Presinar: LEED Supports Healthy Spaces
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920015435 \nMissed Greenbuild Boston? Tune in for an exclusive look at the best sessions. In this session\, subject matter experts discuss how LEED addresses human health and well-being.\nCourse Objectives: \nUnderstand the WELL Building Standard\nUnderstand the WELL Building Standard certification process\nUnderstand the WELL Building Standard Concept categories\nUnderstand the role of the WELL AP on a project team \nCredits: 1 AIA & GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA. ID+C\, O+M\, Homes)https://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/leed-supports-healthy-spaces-11544240
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-leed-supports-healthy-spaces/
LOCATION:Room Hercules\, Floor 17\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181101T163000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181002T011640Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181002T011640Z
UID:10001369-1541084400-1541089800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Engineers Roundtable
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. The Engineers Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to engineering in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/engineers-roundtable-2/
LOCATION:16th Floor\, Room Edison\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181030T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181030T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180911T214926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T214926Z
UID:10001352-1540884600-1540891800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Fitwel
DESCRIPTION:Fitwel is a building rating system for commercial interiors and both multi-tenant and single-tenant existing buildings that provides guidelines on how to design and operate healthier buildings. Fitwel addresses health as an interconnected system\, with no single dominant category or area of focus\, and as such all strategies are voluntary. The course will cover the Fitwel Scorecards\, Fitwel Star System and the seven Health Impact Categories.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/introduction-to-fitwel/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T203000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180920T004518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190427T123011Z
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SUMMARY:Green Building Showcase 2018
DESCRIPTION:Your Community. Your Projects. Your Showcase.\nThe USGBC MA community works hard to advance sustainable and regenerative design\, construction\, and operation of the built environment. Once a year\, we gather to celebrate industry success and innovation at USGBC MA’s Green Building Showcase (GBS ‘18).\nAt GBS ‘18\, community members celebrate the best efforts\, designs\, and products in the Commonwealth. Join us for a night of project boards\, short presentations\, discussions\, and awards. This year’s event has a projected attendance of 300 participants and 150 project boards.\nAttendees include architects\, engineers\, contractors\, developers\, owners\, facility managers\, building users\, lenders\, suppliers…everyone who plays a role in designing\, operating and constructing the built environment. Join us in celebrating our community’s accomplishments over cocktails and appetizers.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/green-building-showcase-2018/
LOCATION:Integrated Sciences Complex at UMASS Boston\, 100 Morrissey Blvd\, Boston\, MA\, 02125\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181025T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180911T221308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181023T193737Z
UID:10001354-1540452600-1540459800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:ZNE: S\, M\, L\, XL
DESCRIPTION:Individuals\, companies\, institutions and cities are striving to build a carbon neutral future.  Zero Net Energy buildings will play a key role in achieving this goal.  Many people are familiar with small ZNE buildings\, but we need to rapidly scale up to Medium\, Large and XL.  Join us as we demonstrate examples of this ZNE scale-shift.  During this session\, we will present Bristol Community College’s 50\,000sf chemistry\, biology\, and medical/dental education building\, the first ZNE-Verified lab building in the US. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nGain a better understanding of Zero Net Energy buildings\, including precedents\, strategies and operation.\nBe able to actively engage in the conversation when evaluating Zero Net Energy feasibility.\nPose potential solutions to dramatically reduce or eliminate building fossil fuel consumption.\nGain an awareness of some of the cutting edge technologies available to maximize cost-effective energy efficient design.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/introduction-to-net-zero-building/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181023T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180920T210714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T191410Z
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SUMMARY:Architects Roundtable
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. \nThe Architects Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to architecture in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/architects-roundtable/
LOCATION:Hemmingway 18th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, Massachusetts\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181019T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181019T210000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181015T204645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T204645Z
UID:10001252-1539972000-1539982800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Teaching a Solutions-Based Approach to Climate Change
DESCRIPTION:Project Drawdown is perhaps the most unexpected and hopeful development in the critical effort to reverse global warming.\nSince the findings were published in April 2017\, Drawdown: The Most Comprehensive Plan Ever Proposed to Reverse Global Warming has become a New York Times best seller\, prompting hundreds of media reports\, events\, and new editions worldwide.\nJoin us online Friday\, from 7:30-9:30 p.m.\, for a rare gathering of the Project Drawdown leadership team\, including Paul Hawken. The team will provide an interactive overview and update of Drawdown that will be streamed live at no cost.\nThe overview will be followed by a live Q&A session.\nThe Friday night presentation will kick off the full\, three-day Drawdown Learn event. Drawdown Learn seeks to connect and support the emerging Drawdown network and share examples\, resources\, and ideas for the integration of Drawdown and its data within K-12 and higher education\, as well as cross-sector and community efforts. \nFor more information on the in-person\, three-day event\, click here.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/teaching-a-solutions-based-approach-to-climate-change/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181018T043000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181018T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180920T214117Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180920T214653Z
UID:10001362-1539837000-1539867600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:LEED Green Associate Training for Affordable Housing Field
DESCRIPTION:Want to build your team’s green building capacity? LISC Boston\, Massachusetts Housing Partnership\, USGBC MA Chapter\,  and the Mel King Institute will host a daylong\, no-cost LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Class on Thursday\, October 18\, 2018 from 8:30AM to 5:00PM at Castle Square Tenants Organization\, 476 Tremont Street in Boston. Participation is free for affordable housing professionals (a $350 value per participant) but priority will be given to nonprofit and government partners. Coffee and lunch will be provided. \nThis is a fast-paced class for individuals working in Massachusetts’ affordable housing field who want to build upon their knowledge of the LEED rating system\, green building operations\, and green building construction. Upon completion of the class\, participants will be well positioned to pass the LEED Green Associate exam and earn this well-respected LEED Green Associate credential. \nWe believe it is important to provide this training to the sector as the LEED Green Associate credentialing process provides a strong baseline knowledge of green building applicable regardless of whether a project pursues LEED certification. LISC offered this class at no cost four years ago; we look forward to again offering this popular class. \n\nHOW TO APPLY\nParticipation is free for affordable housing professionals (a $350 value per participant) but priority will be given to nonprofit and government partners. Coffee and lunch will be provided. Please email completed form to Emily Jones at ejones@lisc.org by October 10\, 2018. If you are accepted\, you will receive a confirmation email from USGBC MA.\n\nApply Using Form
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-green-associate-training-for-affordable-housing-field/
LOCATION:Castle Square Tenants Organization\, 476 Tremont Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02116\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181017T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180723T230531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T230531Z
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SUMMARY:Presinar: Understanding Water Credits in LEED
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920015433The speakers provide an overview of the water credits in LEED\, differences between v2009 and v4\, discuss howwater is used in a building and dive deeper into several of the prerequisites and credits including Outdoor water usereduction and Rainwater management This session will present an overview of resources\, strategies as well as tipsfor successful credit achievement. Attendees will hear from USGBC and GBCI experts about how water isaddressed in LEED today as well as future issues regarding water needs and usage.Course Objectives: \nProvide an overview of how LEED v4 addresses water in LEED BD+C\, ID+C\, O+M\, such as prerequisiteIndoor 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-levelwater metering in LEED v4 O+M\nDiscuss the projections about the future of water usage needs \nCredits: 1 AIA & GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, ID+C\, O+M\, GA)https://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/understanding-water-credits-leed-11544186
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-understanding-water-credits-in-leed/
LOCATION:Room Hercules\, Floor 17\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180920T182352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181011T210706Z
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SUMMARY:Boston Medical Center Rooftop Farm Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a tour of Boston Medical Center’s rooftop farm! The once barren roof of the hospital’s power plant building is now the largest rooftop farm in the city. The 7\,000-square-foot farm’s produce helps stock the center’s food pantry and supplements food served to the hospital’s patients. The garden is expected to produce 15\,000 pounds of food this growing season! \nTRANSPORTATION:\nStreet Parking is available along Albany and Washington streets.\nHubway dock at Boston Medical Center – E Concord St @ Harrison Ave\nBike parking available along street.\nMBTA Access via:\n– Silver Line (Washington St @ Worcester Street)\n– Red Line (Andrew\, Ashmont line) –> CT3 bus to Albany St. opposite Boston Medical\n– Orange Line (Massachusetts Ave) –> CT1 bus to Boston Medical Center
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/boston-medical-center-rooftop-farm-tour/
LOCATION:Boston Medical Center Shipping/Receiving Dock\, 750 Albany Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02118\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181016T100000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180920T195959Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201209T110325Z
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SUMMARY:Breakfast and Learn: LEED Pilot Credit 124 - Performance-Based Indoor Air Quality Design & Assessment
DESCRIPTION:Anurag Goel and Dr. Marwa Zaatari of enVerid Systems will be presenting on LEED Pilot Credit 124 – Performance-Based Indoor Air Quality Design & Assessment and the ASHRAE 62.1 – Indoor Air Quality Procedure (IAQP). \nInstead of continuously replacing indoor air with outside air to expel indoor-generated contaminants and manage indoor air quality (IAQ)\, indoor air can be cleaned using regenerative sorbents. By cleansing the indoor air\, sorbent-based air cleaning minimizes the amount of outside air required (by 60-80% versus VRP) to maintain IAQ\, thereby reducing the load on HVAC systems and achieving double-digit energy savings.\nenVerid’s HVAC Load Reduction (HLR) technology uses patented molecular air cleaning sorbents in compliance with LEED Pilot Credit 124\, ASHRAE 62.1 IAQP\, and ASHRAE 145.2\, in lieu of outdated\, inefficient\, and costly ventilation methods in compliance with ASHRAE 62.1 Ventilation Rate Procedure (VRP).
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/breakfast-and-learn-leed-pilot-credit-124-performance-based-indoor-air-quality-design-assessment/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, Floor 16\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T190000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180926T233747Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181016T082346Z
UID:10001366-1539622800-1539630000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts Meeting
DESCRIPTION:EMERGING PROFESSIONALS OF MASSACHUSETTS (EPMA)\nThe EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to anyone interested in becoming more involved.\nMEETING AGENDAS TYPICALLY INCLUDE:\nThe meeting starts with a 45 minute discussion with the committee leaders regarding planning for upcoming EPMA events and USGBC-MA Chapter updates. All are welcome to this portion of the meeting as we look for volunteers to help plan events. Please join us at 6:45pm for the presentation and networking.\nBelow is the breakdown of the meeting agenda:\n\n6:00-6:40pm: Committee Meeting\n6:40-6:45pm: Break/Introductions\n6:45-7:20pm: Presentation\n7:20-7:30pm: Networking\n\nTHIS MONTH’S FEATURE PRESENTATION:\nStay tuned for an update on the presentation!\nA BIT MORE ABOUT EPMA:\nChairs: Jenna Dancewicz\, Aminah McNulty\nThe Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts (EPMA) Committee is a community of ascending professionals across the green building industry and allied fields that provides professional support\, development and advocacy tools through active networking\, monthly programming and community events.\nTo learn more about EPMA\, join the mailing list by following this link (select the Emerging Professionals e-mail list)\, visit our EPMA facebook group page (USGBC Emerging Professionals – MA) or send an email to emergingprofessionals@usgbcma.org.\nEPMA Events Include:\n\nBuilding Tours\nSustainable Bike Tour\nNetworking Nights\nNeighborhood Clean-Ups\nStudent Programming\nCheck out our calendar for the latest schedule!
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emerging-professionals-of-massachusetts-meeting-5/
LOCATION:Room Hummingbird\, Floor 12\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181015T083000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180924T230703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180924T230703Z
UID:10001364-1539586800-1539592200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Contractors Roundtable
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. The Contractors Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to contractors in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/contractors-roundtable/
LOCATION:16th Floor\, Room Edison\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181013T120000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180911T000837Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181008T235501Z
UID:10001348-1539421200-1539432000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Arnold Arboretum Fall Clean-up Day
DESCRIPTION:Join EPMA and leaders of the Arboretum Park Conservancy for a morning of service at the Arnold Arboretum. The Arnold Arboretum\, established in in 1872\, serves as a well-respected research institution and vital community resource to the surrounding neighborhoods of Jamaica Plain and Roslindale. This beloved public park is a National Historic Landmark and part of Frederick Law Olmstead’s Emerald Necklace park system. Its iconic views and plant diversity make it a prized resource to the City of Boston. We will meet from 10:00AM-1:00PM at the Bussey Brook Meadow\, 395 South St\, Boston MA. Snacks and beverages will be provided; please bring a packed lunch and water for a picnic following our clean-up. Suggested attire includes closed-toe shoes or boots\, flexible\, long-sleeved work clothes\, and weather appropriate layers. Tools and gloves will be provided.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/arnold-arboretum-fall-clean-up-day/
LOCATION:Bussey Brook Meadow\, 395 South St\, Boston\, MA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181012T093000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180911T213158Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180911T213158Z
UID:10001350-1539329400-1539336600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Living Building Challenge
DESCRIPTION:With this training course you will learn the basic knowledge of the Living Building Challenge – a philosophy\, advocacy tool and certification program that addresses development at all scales. The Living Building Challenge is the built environment’s most rigorous performance standard. It calls for the creation of building projects that operate as cleanly\, beautifully and efficiently as nature’s architecture.To be certified projects must meet a series of ambitious performance requirements\, including net zero energy and waste and water\, over a minimum of 12 months of continuous occupancy. \nLearning objectives:\n1. Understand the basic philosophy of the Living Building Challenge\n2. Describe the key components of the program\n3. Discuss the rationale for restorative design principles\n4. Identify and locate the resources provided by the International Living Future Institute for deeper engagement
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-living-building-challenge/
LOCATION:Room Edison\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181010T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181010T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20181003T185413Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181003T185413Z
UID:10001371-1539187200-1539194400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:IWBI - Networking + WELL v2 Briefing
DESCRIPTION:Please join IWBI\, Hosted by Teknion\, at the Teknion Boston showroom for a WELL v2 briefing and networking event. Light refreshments will be provided. \nLooking forward to seeing you there and as always\, thank you for your continued support of WELL!\nQuestions? Call Victoria Malloy (917) 414- 2839
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/iwbi-networking-well-v2-briefing/
LOCATION:Teknion\, 255 State Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181002T180000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180821T212434Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180927T183705Z
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SUMMARY:Careers in Sustainability: The Evolution of the Sustainability Professional
DESCRIPTION:The Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts are excited to share our next Careers in Sustainability panel discussion at the Boston Architectural College\, covering the Evolution of the Sustainability Professional. We will cover the places where young professionals are entering into the sustainability industry today (degree programs and start-ups) and where we see opportunities for the future (entrepreneurial ventures\, non-profits\, public service). From 10 years ago\, we had a rise in CSR professionals and we will discuss what has changed since then and where the future of green jobs are for upcoming graduates. We look forward to seeing you there! \nCareers in Sustainability Series:  \nThe Careers in Sustainability Series began in 2017 by the USGBC MA Chapter’s Emerging Professionals of MA Committee\, during the ramp up to GreenBuild in Boston. The goal of the series is to bring professionals of various stages of their careers in sustainability and help provide guidance and insight to students planning on entering a sustainability-related industry. Our series is structured as a panel discussion that we take to a new college every year to broaden our impact across Massachusetts colleges. \nMeet the Panelists: \nCaroline Havey\, Senior Project Manager\, The Green Engineer\n\nDiAnn Mroszczak\,  Project Architect\, & Sustainability Leader\, Prellwitz Chilinski Associates\n\nEleanor Hoyt\, Sustainability Consultant\, Linnean Solutions\n\nJennifer Taranto\, Director of Sustainability\, Structure Tone\n\n\nOliver Bautista\, Designer III\, Turkel Design\n\nWendell Joseph\, Neighborhood Planner\, City of Cambridge\n\nModerator: \nAndrew Breiter-Wu\, President\, Breiter Planet Properties
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/careers-in-sustainability-the-evolution-of-the-sustainability-professional/
LOCATION:Boston Architectural College\, 320 Newbury Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02115\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20181001T083000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180921T005357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180921T005357Z
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SUMMARY:Engineers Roundtable
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. The Engineers Roundtable will enable like-minded professionals to gather and explore specific issues\, define actions\, develop strategies and explore solutions related to engineering in the green building industry. Join us in moving the needle towards a net positive environment\, society\, and economy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/engineers-roundtable/
LOCATION:16th Floor\, Room Edison\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180927T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180301T213619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180910T234804Z
UID:10001315-1538033400-1538064000@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:LEED Exam Prep Course
DESCRIPTION:The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Green Associate Exam and to lightly cover the AP specialty exams. 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. \nCome join us for this session! We have only had positive feedback and success stories from previous classes. \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. If interested in attending a LEED Green Associate Exam Prep class\, please email celis@usgbcma.org\, groups welcome. \nRegistration and Discounts\nCheck our discounts to see if you are eligible. Confirmation of discount eligibility will be conducted at the beginning of the class. \nReimbursements and Cancelations\nReimbursements will be granted through a credit to be used at a later date. Attendees can change their name for a colleague if they choose to. If the Chapter cancels the course all attendees can expect a full refund. \nAbout the Exam\nThe Green Associate preparation course will cover most of the material on the LEED Green Associate exam. You should plan to spend an additional 10-20 hours of study time outside of this class. This time will be best spent reviewing the reading materials listed below while paying particular attention to concepts and terminology. The LEED Green Associate Handbook references hundreds of pages of reading materials\, while this class will focus primarily on the 106-page LEED Core Concepts Guide.  As part of this fast-tracked course\, we will skim some reading materials and skip other reading materials.\nStudents who have passed the exam have reported that local study partners and/or study groups have been very helpful. \nThe 8-hour course is devised of the following sessions:\n\nChapter #1 – IntroductionThis 1-hour chapter will explain the LEED Green Associate credentialing process and serve as an introduction to LEED\, sustainability\, the USGBC\, the GBCI and the LEED rating system.\nChapter #2 – Location and Transportation / Sustainable SitesThis 1-hour chapter will focus on site issues such as connectivity\, transportation\, erosion\, landscaping\, and heat island effect.\nChapter #3 – Water Efficiency / Energy and AtmosphereThis 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.)\nChapter #4 – Materials and ResourcesThis 1-hour chapter will focus on procurement and waste diversion.\nChapter #5 – Indoor Environmental QualityThis 1-hour chapter will focus on indoor environmental quality issues such as indoor air quality\, occupant comfort and green cleaning.\nChapter #6 – Innovation / Regional Priority / Certification ProcessThis 1-hour chapter will explain the LEED certification process and the Innovation and Regional Priority categories.\nChapter #7 – Exam ReviewThis 1-hour chapter will focus on exam format and registration and sample exam questions.\nChapter #8 – Exam ReviewThis 1-hour chapter will focus on sample exam questions.\nFEES: \n$299.99 for Chapter Members\n$349.99 for Non-Members\n$199.99 for Students (with ID)\nEmail james@usgbcma.org for group discounts.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-exam-prep-course-8/
LOCATION:Periscope\, 5th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T073000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T090000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180822T002038Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180822T002038Z
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SUMMARY:Intro to PassivHaus
DESCRIPTION:About the session:\nPassivHaus\, 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: \nLearn the basics of Passive House principles\nIntroduce yourself to Passive House Massachusetts and how you can learn more in upcoming sessions\nFind out how Passive House is being integrated into code in different areas nationally and internationally\nNetwork with other Passive House practitioners and those interested in the practice
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-passivhaus-2/
LOCATION:“Edison” Conference Room\, 16th Floor\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T063000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180925T080000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180910T235506Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180917T181632Z
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SUMMARY:Let's Talk Cross Laminated Timber
DESCRIPTION:Join our friends at Arup for a morning of discussions about using Mass Timber in building construction. Timber is the only renewable building material and is a part of a low carbon future. It is strong and light\, making it easy to transport and erect. It can also be machined to very high tolerances\, making it ideal for prefabrication. New mass timber products such as Cross Laminated Timber (CLT)\, combined with engineered timber systems of Glulam and Nail Laminated Timber (NLT)\, and recent advances in computer-controlled manufacturing\, now make it an attractive choice for construction in a variety of building types from residential to offices. Proposed revisions to the IBC could allow mass timber construction up to 18 stories. \n\nPresenters\nDavid Barber\nDavid is a Principal and fire engineer at Arup. David has been involved with research and design of timber structures for fire for over 20 years\, assisting with fire testing and development into new timber technologies\, authoring fire safety design guides for construction and completing fire safety design for mid and high-rise timber buildings. David is currently working on Framework in Portland Oregon\, a new 12 level mixed-used and residential development that was a joint winner of the USDA Tall Wood Building Competition. \nPatrick McCafferty\nPatrick is an Associate Principal with Arup and a lecturer at the Harvard University Graduate School of Design. Patrick has led the structural engineering design of a number of mass timber projects including the first use of CLT in Massachusetts for MassDOT Aeronautical Division’s building initiative at Fitchburg\, Beverly\, Mansfield\, and Plymouth Regional Airports. \nRebecca Hatchadorian\nRebecca is an Associate with Arup and a Board Member of USGBA MA. Rebecca is a Sustainability Consultant who understands the sustainability benefits to Mass Timber from scope 3 emissions\, embodied carbon and biophilic design. She is currently leading the buildings sector analysis for Carbon Free Boston\, to identify pathways for Boston’s building sector to achieve carbon neutrality by 2050.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/timber-offices-lets-talk-cross-laminated-timber/
LOCATION:Arup\, 60 State Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02109\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180920T160000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180804T000943Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180904T222338Z
UID:10001235-1537448400-1537459200@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Heat Pump & VRF Training
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an in-depth introduction to energy-efficient heat pump and variable refrigerant flow (VRF) technology. This training will explain how these systems work\, how they compare to other heating and cooling equipment\, how you can identify appropriate applications\, and how to access incentives toward installation costs from MassCEC and others. Case studies as well as next steps for including VRF in your projects will be included. \nWho Should Attend \n\nArchitects\nBuilding owners and managers\nEnergy professionals\nHVAC contractors\n\nTrainers\nJS Rancourt\, DXS New England (Daikin distributor)\nGreg Hosselbarth\, Mitsubishi Electric Cooling & Heating \nFor those who qualify\, 2 AIA LU/HSW continuing education credits are available. \nSchedule\n2:00 – 2:30 Check in and light refreshments\n2:30 – 4:30 Training\n4:30 – 5:00 Networking \nPlease contact Lauren Mattison with any questions. \nThis workshop is co-sponsored by the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center\, UMass Amherst’s Clean Energy Extension\, and the Center for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/heat-pump-vrf-training/
LOCATION:BSA Space – Salt Gallery\, Atlantic Wharf\, 290 Congress Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02210\, US
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T153000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20180919T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T232310
CREATED:20180723T230452Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180723T230452Z
UID:10001337-1537371000-1537376400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Presinar: Mandatory Commissioning Requirements
DESCRIPTION:GBCI: 0920015968What are the Mandatory Commissioning Requirements and what are the benefits of commissioning in all phases ofthe project?Course Objectives: \nAttendees will learn the Commissioning process to ensure the project meets the owner’s goals and objectives tomeet EA Prerequisite Fundamental Commissioning & Verification Credit in BD+C LEED v4.\nAttendees will learn the various Commissioning agent tools available for EA Advanced Energy MeteringCredit in BD+C LEED v4.\nAttendees will receive an in-depth understanding of ASHRAE 90.1-2010 requirements for EA MinimumEnergy Performance Prerequisite Credit in BD+C LEED v4.\nAttendees will understand the benefits of commissioning in all phases to achieve EA EnhancedCommissioning Credit in BD+C LEED v4. \nCredits: 1 AIA & GBCI (LEED Specific BD+C\, GA)https://www.usgbc.org/education/sessions/mandatory-commissioning-requirements-11603651
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/presinar-mandatory-commissioning-requirements/
LOCATION:Room Hercules\, Floor 17\, 50 Milk Street\, Boston\, MA\, 02110\, US
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