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High Performance Building Salon: Gordon Holness on Building Information Modeling February 12th at Knoll Showroom Gordon Holness, one of the nation’s leading mechanical engineers, will speak on the promise and possibilities of BIM. Streamlining integrated design processes from the early stages, through to post-occupancy operations will be the focus of the evening's discussion. Drinks from 5:30pm, presentation from 6:15pm, Q&A until 7:45pm. Space is limited, please buy tickets now.
AIA HSW 1.5; PDH 1.0
LEED for Commercial Interiors Technical Review Workshop February 13th at conEdison Aimed at building tenants and designers interested in learning and applying the principles of sustainability, this course forges beyond the basics into the intricacies of the LEED for CI v2.0 rating system. Using examples and case studies, it addresses technologies and strategies for achieving LEED credits in leased spaces. Registration for the LEED CI v2.0 exam ends on March 31st, 2009. For more information, and to sign up, read here.
AIA HSW/CPD 7; CEU 0.7; CFM/FMP 7
LEED for New Construction Technical Review Workshop February 27th at Pfizer Registration for the LEED NC v2.2 exam ends on March 31st, 2009. This course is for folks with an intermediate to advanced understanding of the LEED for New Construction v2.2 Rating System, and those who have a firm grasp of USGBC. Although a solid overview of the building certification process is provided, including exam review, the course does not guarantee a passing score on the LEED Professional Accreditation Exam. This full day program includes a light breakfast, lunch, and coffee. Sign up here.
AIA HSW/BOMI 7; CSI/IDCEC 0.7; CFM/FMP 7
Tour: Bird Boutique Commercial Interior March 24th at 203 Grand Street This space, designed by Ole Sondresen Architect and constructed by WM Dorvillier & Company, features locally salvaged wood, energy efficient lighting and controls, and low-flow water fixtures. The project is on track to become Brooklyn's first certified LEED CI project. Tour 4pm to 6pm. Space is limited, please buy tickets now.
AIA HSW/SD 1.0

BIM: Building Information Model - Standards for the Architecture, Engineering and Construction Markets More and more important in a world struggling to recover from problems related to real-estate financing, BIM standards reduce costs in design, construction and management throughout the lifecycle of capital projects such as office buildings, bridges and airports. BIM standards also improve public safety and minimise disaster management risk. Read more here, GIM-International.com
Learn about the unknown hazards around you - the toxins you may be breathing Information from the EPA on over 86,000 companies throughout the United States that emit hazardous air pollutants laid out visually on Google maps, PlanetHazard.com
Burn Baby Burn: The contraversial third option after landfills and recyling, News.BBC.co.uk

Brought to you by BOMA/NY's Energy/Sustainability Committee: Energy Action Day 2009March 10th at the New York HiltonLearn more about retro-commissioning, overcoming financial barriers to energy efficiency, LEED tips for new and existing buildings, getting the best price for renewable energy and much more. There are also opportunities to sponsor the event and showcase your products and services. Seminar from 8am to 1:30pm. More information here.
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