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Lunch-and-Learn Webinar Series I (sessions 1-3) "Core Concepts of LEED"

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Wednesday, March 3 – 17 12:00 – 1:00 pm

  Member Non-member
Cost $75.00 $90.00

 

Hosted By: USGBC National Capital Region Chapter

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Three convenient webinar programs presented from 12-1 pm on consecutive Wednesdays, from Mar 3-March 17. All sessions are presented in Webex and designed, programmed and supported by Facility Engineering Associates in Fairfax, Virginia.

Sessions 1-3 cover the basics and provide a solid foundation for sessions 4-9 focusing on LEED for Existing Buildings, Operations and Maintenance.

Session #1:

March 3, 2010

* Introduction to LEED, the Credentialing Program, and the LEED Online Process

* Gain a general understanding of what the various LEED rating systems are and their goals.

* Learn the basic application requirements and general exam content for the new LEED credentialing system

* Learn how to navigate the LEED Online process and LEED Online project resources.

Session #2: Project Site Factors, Water Management, and Energy Impacts

March 10, 2010

* Learn how the location of a building and its surroundings can impact sustainability.

* Identify water efficiency measures to improve water management.

* Understand the importance of energy conservation measures to achieve operational sustainability.

Session #3: Project Materials and Surroundings

March 17, 2010

* Gain a general understanding of ongoing consumables, durable goods, and sustainable purchasing materials and the role they play in sustainability.

* Learn the importance of a waste stream audit and its elements.

* Learn how to build a successful LEED project team.