By Alexander Landa, Outreach and Communications Manager
If you didn't get the chance to join us on Tuesday, September 27th, then you missed a great presentation on Energy Codes. In this course lead by Chris Schaffner, LEED Fellow and founder and President of The Green Engineer Inc., the morning was engaging and informative, enlightening those who attended to become more aware about MA's new energy code.
The state's new energy codes maintain the state's leadership position on building energy codes, and also re-aligns the Stretch Energy Code with the Base Code, simplifying the situation in Stretch Code Communities. This is important for professionals in the green building industry, so you can become update with the changes for commercial buildings, and the pros/cons of compliance options.
Of course, USGBC MA's devotion to education won't stop here. In the future, we will be holding more events similar to this!
Need GBCI credits or just want to better understand the USGBC’s suite of LEED rating systems? We are kicking off the 2016 USGBC MA Chapter webinar series with a new look at indoor air quality. Additional webinar topics include energy codes, the SITES rating system, Environmental Product Declarations, and more. Join us for these informative and interactive inperson sessions! Each session in this series is registered for GBCI CE hours and AIA/CES LU/HSW hours. Please note, these webinars are pre- recorded and you are required to attend in person to receive credit. Register here!
About
This course introduces current energy trends, required codes, and sustainability rating systems across the U.S. and the role of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager, ASHRAE 189, IgCC, and LEED. Hear from a Sustainability Experts at Green Building Services about current energy performance reporting trends including federal and municipal codes and guidelines.
Objectives
Identify current energy regulations and energy performance reporting trends across the United States that impact the general welfare of the community.
Describe the role of Energy Star Portfolio Manager and how to implement this energy tracking and benchmarking tool into your property or project to promote all feasible means of energy conservation.
Identify existing and potential energy performance reporting trends and requirements in municipalities across the country that affect society, environment, economy, and human welfare.
Compare and contrast the proposed City of Portland Energy Performance Requirements to similar energy trends across the United States intended to reduce energy costs and carbon emissions.
