8:30 am

Blair Seibert
Green Building and Interiors Rating Systems Review
and Exam Tips

Learn about all aspects of the nation's most popular Green Building Rating Systems for new buildings, major remodels and tenant improvements in this three hour workshop. Explore what makes a site sustainable. Learn ways to reduce water and energy demands. Discover what construction and finish materials demand less of the earth's natural resources and improve indoor air quality.

Studying for the accreditation exams will be discussed. Helpful hints and website links will be provided to increase chances for success.

3 hours of AIA HSW CEU credits are available for the workshop if self reported.

Free organic snacks and beverages will be served. Space is limited. RSVP to reserve a spot to blair @ verdearchitects.com with the subject heading "Alt Bld Workshop".

Class taught by V. Blair Seibert, AIA, NCARB, LEED AP

CLASS TIME: 8:30 a.m. Friday May 18
COST: Free

Improving Tomorrow’s Climate Today:
California Climate Initiatives

California has adopted the most significant green house gas reduction commitment in the country to mitigate against catastrophic climate change. The latest scientific consensus has shown that climate change is already underway and communities across the world are beginning to adapt.  The State’s built environment and construction industry is a large contributor of green house gas emissions and will have to go through a major transformation for the State to meet its climate goals. This session will feature policy experts from the state and local level for an in depth discussion of the necessary synergy between green building and climate initiatives. State level experts will cover California’s climate plan and how it will address land use and buildings and a local government expert will describe how a leading community is melding its climate and green building programs.

Moderator
Panama Bartholomy
Advisor to the Chairperson
California Energy Commission

Panelists
Andrew S. Altevogt, PhD
Climate Change Advisor
California Environmental Protection Agency

James Goldstene
Local Government Climate Liason
CA Air Resources Board

Susan Munves
Energy and Green Buildings Coordinator
City of Santa Monica

10:30 - 11:30
Inside

David Hertz & James Mary O'Connor
The Blue Ribbon LEED Certified projects of Los Angeles

11:30 - 12:30
Inside

Ben Grumbles
"Tap Your WaterSense"

Special AIA presentation

Organized by AIA/LA Committee on the Environment (COTE)

Greenroofs and Non-Potable Water Irrigation Suitable for the Southland -- A panel discussion with experts on greenroofs, greywater systems and stormwater irrigation.

Moderator:
Christine Magar, AIA, Greenform Green Building Consulting and COTE Chair

Panelists:
Cameron Church, EPD, will discuss state of the art greywater systems
Michael Rieger, Weston Solutions, will discuss a variety of regionally acceptable greenroofs
David Hertz, AIA, Syndesis, will discuss innovative and experimental greenroof and irrigation systems - a case study
Frejya Bardell, Rana Creek, will dicuss the integration of greenroofs and non-potable water irrigation - a case study

Gordon Price
"Why the Suburbs Want Urbanity - and other stories of our new sustainable times"

Shellie Collier & Ricky Cappe
Residential Project Management. "How to Build Green"
A brief overview of what project management is and how it can improve and facilitate rennovation and new construction.

Panama Bartholomy
Building California in a Climate Change World

Brian Gitt
Green Building - Get the Competitive Edge!

Don't miss this unique opportunity to learn how to capitalize on growing consumer demand for green homes!

As green building becomes more popular, building professionals and homeowners are looking for professionals who have green building knowledge and expertise. Now is your chance to learn more about this profitable niche and learn how to get the competitive edge. This session will provide an overview and update of green building market
trends and opportunities. In addition, you will learn basic concepts, techniques and benefits for building or remodeling a healthy, energy, & resource efficient home.

3:00 - 4:00
Inside

Angelina Galiteva
Chairperson of the World Council for Renewable Energy
Solar Panel

Additional Seminars
(please check our website for scheduling)

Solar Applications for Commercial Projects

10:15 - 11:30
Tent

Solar Applications 101 & Solar Santa Monica Update
Susan Munves - Moderator

Green School Panel with:
Ted Bardacke, Global Green
John Zinner, Zinner Consultants
Vincent Coffeen, LAUSD
Robina Suwol, California Safe Schools
Virginia Hyatt, Santa Monica/ Malibu Unified

Sustainable Works Course

Clay Atchison
Director of Media Development for the Rahus Institute, a nonprofit providing renewable energy resources and training for educators. Solar Decathalon Film

Owen Dell
Watershed-Friendly Landscaping
Landscape Architect, specialist in sustainable landscapes, firescaping, native landscaping

2:00 - 3:00
Inside

Ed Begley, Jr.
“Live Simply So That Others May Simply Live” – How to Simplify Your Life, Protect the Environment AND Save Money.

Prefab Panel
Empyrean International
Sander Architects
Marmol Radziner PreFab

Owen Dell
Horticulture for a Very Different Future:
Fossil-Free Landscaping
Landscape Architect, specialist in sustainable landscapes, firescaping, native landscaping

Hands-on Workshops for drip irrigation, sprinkler change-out and rebate, green roofs