Bill McDonough Unplugged!
Thursday, Sept 30th
That's what you get when you cross a chemist with an architect and give him a stage. Come to WCG to hear his deep-dive visioning for cities of the future.
Flying has never been so easy! Check out the suspended seat transportation concept in the 2010 Innovation Pipeline.
West Coast Green 2010 will keep the buzz going during the conference & expo with it's own iPhone app!
The LifeFactory water bottle has taken the industry by storm! All-natural glass and BPA-free, it is absolutely the best water bottle out there. One of our very own West Coast Green Alumni members designed it, too. Get one at the "insiders" price when you register!
2010 Pre-Conference Workshops
NOTE: Registration for these sessions is currently in development. Please check back shortly or e-mail us to be kept up to date on the status.
Passive House In-Depth Workshop
Presented by: TBD
Date: Wednesday, Sept 29th, 8:30am - 1pm
In Partnership with: Passive House CA
Location: Fort Mason Center, Room TBD
Fee: $149
Continuing Education: TBD
What is the Passive House building standard and how can it help bring your green projects to the next level?. Attend the PHCa 2010 Passive House Workshop and gain a solid understanding of the methodology and benefits, learn best practices for the California climate, and discover what this proven approach to sustainability can do for your projects. Architects, Engineers, Building Scientists and Contractors with experience in Passive House will introduce these topics and conduct lectures, hands-on activities and Q&A sessions.
LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation
Presented by: Alex Spilger (see bio)
Date: Wednesday, Sept 30th, 8am - 4:30pm
In Partnership with: U.S. Green Building Council - Northern California Chapter
Location: Fort Mason Center, Room TBD
Fee: Standard Rate: $345
USGBC-NCC Member: $295
USGBC-NCC Member Early Bird Tickets available for $245 until September 8th
Full-Time Student: $175
Continuing Education: 7 AIA Continuing Education Units available. GBCI CMP Continuing Education hours are not available for exam prep courses.
Distinguish yourself with the new LEED Green Associate credential. The LEED Green Associate credential is for professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice. This credential focuses on basic knowledge of green design, construction, and operations. USGBC-NCC’s full-day LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation Workshop is designed to prepare you to pass the test with confidence--the first time. Participants will receive an eligibility certificate to take the LEED Green Associate exam upon completion of this course. The workshop will focus on the key information necessary to pass the LEED Green Associate exam, including: LEED implementation process, project site factors, water management, energy impacts, synergistic opportunities, stakeholder involvement in innovation, project surroundings, public outreach & test taking tips and strategies.
Register for this workshop by clicking here!
LEED For Existing Buildings: Introduction, Overview and the Business Case
Presented by: Jessica Black Kennedy (see bio)
Date: Wednesday, Sept 29th, 8am - 4:30pm
In Partnership with: U.S. Green Building Council - Northern California Chapter
Location: Fort Mason Center, Room TBD
Fee: Standard Rate: $345
USGBC-NCC Member: $295
USGBC-NCC Member Early Bird Tickets available for $245 until September 8th
Full-Time Student: $175
Continuing Education: TBD
Walk through the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance (LEED EBOM) system, assessment process and the business case for pursuing certification with green building experts in the field. Learn about implementation and documentation processes and the roles and responsibilities of team members working within a typical project time line. This workshop is geared towards helping building owners, operators and facility managers improve the energy efficiency, occupant health and environmental impact of their building operations.