Green Codes Task Force Proposals & Events
On February 1st, the NYC Green Codes Task Force released its 111 recommendations, reflecting the expertise and input of more than 200 professionals, and covering a broad spectrum of issues that should be addressed in New York's building code. Over the course of 2010, Urban Green will offer a number of educational programs that will dig deeper into the details of some of the most important or technically challenging proposals. These proposals will be organized within broad subject areas, such as Building Systems or Stormwater, with a distinct focus on the technical components of their implementation. See the planned events for this series and look out for more announcements in our newsletter. Read the Executive Summary and Full Proposals.
Historical Preservation vs. Environmental Conservation - Synergies and Contradictions
Feb 11th at Knoll
Join us as we examine two case studies for the Reconstruction of the Lion House at The Bronx Zoo and the Adaptive Reuse of Pier A in Lower Manhattan. This comparison will explore the challenges and opportunities presented by combining historical preservation with environmental issues. This event is free for members at our SUPPORTER level or higher.
AIA Continuing Education Credit: HSW/SD 1.5 (AIA credits may also be used by NY State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors)
LEED Core Concepts & Strategies
Feb 26th at Pfizer
Please join Urban Green Council for this official USGBC Course intended for anyone who wants more than a basic understanding of LEED - including those with a stake in their company's or community's building practices, those directly involved in green building projects, and those pursuing GBCI's LEED Green Associate credential. This course will satisfy the eligibility requirement for taking the LEED Green Associate Exam. Details & credit information here.
Green Building Design Foundations: The Basics of LEED 2009 and Implementation of a Collaborative Design Process
March 2nd at Arup
This 4-hour course is designed for those seeking a technical introduction to green building design and the implementation of LEED 2009. If LEED is the “what,” Urban Green’s “Green Building Design Foundations” course is the “why” and “how.” Details here.
AIA Continuing Education Credit: HSW/SD 4.0 (AIA credits may also be used by NY State Professional Engineers and Land Surveyors)
Green Interior Design and Construction: The LEED Implementation Process
March 26th at Pfizer
This workshop is intended for professionals who are familiar with the basic concepts of the LEED for Commercial Interiors Rating System, but new to implementing it on projects or looking to brush up on implementation best practices. It is appropriate for new LEED APs, as well as those pursuing GBCI's LEED AP Interior Design + Construction credential. Details & credit information here.
Panel Suggests 100 Ways Buildings Can Be Greener, New York Times
Panel Issues Recommendations for Greener Buildings WNYC, audio at link
Show of Force: NYC Green Green Codes Task Force Delivers Report, GreenBuildingsNYC.com
Report Recommends Ways To Make Construction Laws More Green, NY1, video at link
Green Gurus Give NYC Building-Code Proposals, Crain’s New York Business
City Releases "Green Codes" Report; seek to set the Standard in Environmentally Friendly Buildings, Examiner.com
Cracking Codes with Green Strategies, GreenSource
Blue Ribbon Panel Unveils Recommendations for NYC's Green Building Codes, Building Design & Construction
Taking The Stairs Will Save Us All, Gothamist
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