Bill Browning Discusses Biophilic Design for Cities
Biophilic Design: A powerful concept which stipulates that recognition and understanding of our species and connection to the natural world must be central to our design process.
In a presentation specifically developed for Urban Green Expo 2009, Master Speaker Bill Browning will explore recent case studies informed by the award-winning principles of biophilic design and describe how these principles can apply to the retrofitting of existing buildings and transform the face of urban living.
Browning is a partner at Terrapin Bright Green and helped build Buckminster Fuller's last experimental structure, based on advanced geometric systems. In 1991, he founded Green Development Services at Rocky Mountain Institute, an entrepreneurial, non-profit “think and do tank” whose work advances energy-efficient and environmentally-responsive design.
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EXPO - NEW STUDENT & GOVERNMENT OR NON-PROFIT EMPLOYEE RATES FOR MEMBERS
Urban Green Members who are also full-time students, or government or non-profit employees can now purchase Expo tickets at a 40% discount. Not a a member? Take advantage of this rate by joining Urban Green today. To find out more, visit the registration page or contact expo@urbangreencouncil.org.
Green Building Design Foundations: The Basics of LEED 2009 and Implementation of a Collaborative Design Process
Aug 25th at MTA Offices
Join us for a 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 Fundamentals” course is the “why” and “how.” The course will begin with a fundamental overview and then walk through a series of completed project case studies where the concepts have been effectively implemented. A question and answer session will follow. In addition to professional development this course will provide an excellent foundation for those studying for the LEED Green Associate exam. Details here
AIA Continuing Education Credit: HSW/SD 4.0
LEED Core Concepts and Strategies Workshop
Sept 21st at Acuity Brands Lighting Showroom
Provides essential knowledge of the LEED Rating Systems and sustainable building concepts for those seeking a better understanding of LEED or pursuing GBCI’s LEED Green Associate (Tier I) credential. Real project examples help demonstrate and reinforce learning. Some familiarity of USGBC and LEED, or USGBC's "Green Building Basics and LEED" instructor-led workshop or online program is recommended. Details and credit information here.
Green Building Operations & Maintenance: The LEED Implementation Process
Sept 24th at Acuity Brands Lighting Showroom
This workshop is intended for building owners, operators and suppliers who are familiar with the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations & Maintenance Rating System, but new to implementing it on projects, or those looking to brush up on implementation best practices. It is also useful for design professionals, investors and appropriate for new LEED APs and those pursuing GBCI’s LEED AP Building Operations + Maintenance credential. Details and credit information here.
BROOKLYN CHILDREN'S MUSEUM IS AWARDED LEED SILVER
GRAND CONCOURSE REIMAGINED
HERRING RETURN TO THE CITY, WITH SEX IN MIND
URBAN FARMERS GROW BUMPER CROPS OF DIVERSE VEGETABLES IN QUEENS
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Offers Courses from its Green Roofing Professional (GRP) Accreditation Program
On September 16th, Green Roofs will offer ‘Green Roof Plants and Growing Media 401’ and schedule all 4 GRP courses as a part of its ‘Green Roofs Boot Camp’ starting on October 1st.
Fashion Institute of Technology at 7th Ave and 27th Street, September 16th and October 1st - 4th, 8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
New York Restoration Project's Sustainable Summer Series
NYRP will launch its Sustainable Summer Series on July 30th. Refreshments provided by Angelica's Kitchen, HummusPlace, Quintessence, Spina, and Sustainable NYC. Series continues on August 13th, August 27th and September 10th.
Toyota Children's Learning Garden at 603 East 11th Street, July thru August, 7:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m. Full details here.
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