What You Will Learn
Whether you’re coming eager to wrap your mind around the basic principles of green and healthy building or have been steeping in green for years and you’ve "been there, built that," West Coast Green has tracks to meet your needs. If you’re new to green, we can help you get up to speed quickly so you can talk intelligently to your architect or builder. Educated and seasoned professionals can expect the most advanced knowledge and training.
The best thinkers of our time will be sharing their technical knowledge, on-the-ground expertise, and visionary wisdom on topics ranging from building science and public policy to the psychology and philosophy of architecture. Here’s what you will learn:
For business owners, engineers, and designers:
- The many benefits of green – some you may never have considered
- AIA and Build It Green Continuing Education Units
- How to expand your business by incorporating green
- How to successfully market yourself as a green professional
- How to improve your bottom line
- What consumers are willing to pay based on the latest reports and information on consumer desires and trends
- Sneak previews of products poised to go to market
For homeowners:
- How to remodel green
- Where to find green funding sources
- How to interview and select a green contractor
- What criteria to use for choosing green products and services
- Information on how others specified and built their homes through a green homeowner panel with audience Q&A
- How to make your home healthy and green at the same time
See our “Program” section for our conference highlights, daily schedules, and details on our keynote and track speakers.
