Event Description

Join USGBC-CA to learn about the foundations of green building design, materials, and jobs.

Buildings wield significant influence over our environment, neighboring communities, and the individuals who inhabit them. Recognizing and mitigating these impacts through building modernization is crucial. In this course, you will delve into the intricacies of green, high-performing buildings, exploring elements such as building design, operational strategies, project location, and materials selection. You'll also gain insights into the expanding realm of green jobs, a vital component of this sustainable transition. Upon successful completion of a 25-question exam following the class, attendees will receive a certificate of completion.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

1. Learn the concepts and causes of Climate Change with an emphasis on how the built environment contributes to climate change.
2. Learn designs, techniques, and strategies to minimize a building’s environmental impacts, including reducing emissions, increasing energy, water, and waste efficiency, materials life cycle impacts, and strong Indoor Environmental Quality.
3. Learn about the spectrum of green jobs needed to design, build, maintain, and occupy high-performance, sustainable buildings.
4. Learn about third-party green building rating systems and their associated credentials, including LEED, WELL, LBC, and BREEAM.