This webinar will open with a brief introduction to the U.S. Green Building Council and LEED, followed by a discussion of the specific impacts the residential building sector on our shared environments. We will then discuss the benefits of green homes and how LEED for Homes can help us obtain green, high performance homes. The key aspects of rating system will be explored as well as the roles and responsibilities of the key stake holders involved in a LEED for Homes project, including; USGBC, a LEED for Homes Provider, a LEED for Homes Green Rater and the design and construction team. By the end of the webinar you will be familiar with the education and additional resources available to you and well as the next steps you should take to get started on your next LEED for Homes project. This program has been registered with the AIA for 1 HSW/SD hour, and with GBCI for 1 CMP hour. Take the course.
- Posted:
- October 2011
- Subject(s):
- LEED
- Sponsor:
- United States Green Building Council
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This six-part series is intended for anyone with a stake in residential building practices, particularly those directly involved in green building residential projects. Combined, the webinars cover all of the credit categories in the LEED for Homes rating system. Learn the credits, requirements and essentials of the LEED for Homes rating system. Gain knowledge of the benefits of green homes and the structure, requirements and implementation process of the LEED for Homes rating system, and identify necessary steps to get started with a LEED for Homes project. Each of these programs offer AIA and GBCI CMP credits. Featured presenters include Nate Kredich, USGBC’s Vice President of Residential Market Development, and LEED® Faculty™. Take the course.
- Posted:
- August 2011
- Subject(s):
- LEED, Residential Projects, Graphic Design
- Sponsor:
- U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC)
1.0 LU HSW/SDThis learning unit will explore the sustainable choices available for architectural wood doors. You will review the requirements for FSC certification, and how different core compositions qualify for LEED assistance. You will identify how increasing need for low-emitting products is impacting wood door manufacturers and sustainable veneer options. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2011
- Subject(s):
- Green Design, Windows, Doors, LEED
- Sponsor:
- VT Industries
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI
1.0 LU HSW/SDBy the end of this course you should be able to describe why daylight is an important component of sustainable design. You will be able to compare and contrast the different daylighting strategies available. You will also understand the minimum requirements for achieving LEED with daylighting and cite the specific ways that tubular daylighting devices can help projects earn LEED accreditation. Take the course.
- Posted:
- January 2011
- Subject(s):
- Daylighting, Energy Efficiency, LEED
- Sponsor:
- Solatube
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI
1.5 LU HSW/SDAfter completing this course, you will be able to describe what hydronic heating is and why its use is advantageous to the homeowner. You will be able to identify the parts of a hydronic heating system including the heat sources. You will be able to classify different heat emitters by component. Take the course.
- Posted:
- August 2009
- Subject(s):
- LEED, Energy Efficiency, Water Heaters, Sustainability
- Sponsor:
- Propane Education and Research Council
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NAHB
1 LU HSW/SDYou will examine issues that provide momentum for green building. You will be introduced to how synthetic gypsum is produced, why it can be used in green building, how it can contribute to the LEED rating system and why it is just as good as natural gypsum. Take the course.
- Posted:
- June 2009
- Subject(s):
- LEED, Sustainability
- Sponsor:
- Temple-Inland
- Certification(s):
- AIA, NARI