CASE STUDY TOUR - Appaloosa Library and Krahman/Wallenmeyer Home
Friday, February 19th, 2010
Check out Scottsdales newest LEED Gold library. Come walk the property with the Architects. Then be transported to a private residence in North Scottsdale to view a Scottsdale Green Building Program Advanced Level rated home.
The greening of business, development, government and consumer products is at an all time high and growing exponentially. Spreading the message of sustainability is an important goal. With that that in mind we have launched the Southwest Build-it-Green Expo & Conference to bring sustainability to the forefront of the public eye. The 2009 Southwest Build-It-Green Expo & Conference was a huge success with over 9,000 attendees. We're gearing up for 2010 and are looking forward to more informative and thought-provoking presentations at this year's conference. The dates for the 2010 BIG Conference have been set for March 18th-20th at the Phoenix Convention Center. We value your expertise regarding green building, sustainable business practices and other eco-friendly applications, and feel you'll be an invaluable addition to our program. Each speaker is encouraged to speak on their topic of expertise. There are still speaking slots available, if you're interested in participating in the conference as a speaker, feel free to contact me directly at kasia@azbigmedia.com or 602-424-8830.
The Arizona Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC-AZ) has published a special insert section in the Southwest Contractor magazine for the past several years that highlights their efforts and issues of concern to the green building community.
This insert has a subscribed distribution of more than 18,000 in Arizona, New Mexico, and Nevada. About 4,000 additional copies are reprinted by the USGBC-AZ for distribution throughout the following year at local and national Chapter Meetings, Expos, and Green Building Conferences.
Arizona Chapter Members in good standing who Register before Feb 9th will receive an additional 10% discount: call the administrative office or e-mail Admin@usgbcaz.org for more information on the additional 10% discount.
This workshop 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 credential.
By presenting LEED concepts at the credit category level - across building types and rating systems - and basics on the building certification process, this workshop provides the foundation required for any 300-level LEED education offering. Real project examples help demonstrate and reinforce learning.
Register NOW! Green Buildings Operations and Maintenance
March 17th, 2010
Arizona Chapter Members in good standing who Register before Feb 17th will receive an additional 10% discount: call the administrative office or e-mail Admin@usgbcaz.org for more information on the additional 10% discount.
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 looking to brush up on implementation best practices.
It is also useful for design professionals, investors and others seeking to enhance their existing buildings with green operations. It is appropriate for new LEED APs, as well as those pursuing GBCI's LEED AP Building Operations + Maintenance credential.
Self-nomination is not only allowed but also encouraged. All finalists will be notified by the end of February, and the winners will be recognized at the BIG Green Awards Reception on March 18th.
Each nominee's company must be either headquartered in Arizona or have a large presence in Arizona and do business within the state on a regular basis. Follow the link, http://azbigmedia.com/ga, to learn more about the award categories and submit a nomination today!
We encourage you to participate and spread the word to your local colleagues and networks
Green Home Guide (NEW)
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2010 Chapter Board Officers
CONGRATULATIONS! 2010 CHAPTER BOARD OFFICERS:
Chapter Chair - Rich Michal of A&P Construction
Vice Chair - Stefanie Gerstle of Architectural Fusion
Secretary - Megan Bloomer of Xanterra
Treasurer - Jim Westberg of the Arizona Department of Commerce
Building Green Discount
Building Green provides 25% Discount off Regular Prices
All Arizona USGBC Chapter Members
receive a 25% discount on all their products, including Subscriptions
and Memberships
to:
Books
and Directories, including:
GreenSpec®
Directory
Green Building Products
Your
Green Home
and Selected Proceedings from the first two
Greenbuild conferences:
The
Austin Papers
The
Pittsburgh
Papers
Bundle:
Austin Papers + Pittsburgh Papers
The discount may be applied to any order
by using a special URL, BuildingGreen.com/go/USGBC09 or promo code T09AA8C9.
Want to become a LEED AP or Green Associate under V3?
Join a study group in your area!
Facilitated study groups in the Phoenix Metro area will be available to members after Greenbuild. We are still building the list, and have more than 50 signed up to date. Don’t miss the Study Group Rollout!
Note: We will cap this (pilot) facilitated study group at 100 people (goal is 10 groups of 10 study mates, with mentors/facilitators).
Facilitated or not, Phoenix Metro area or not, let us know if you want some study mates in your area, and the chapter will endeavor to connect you to others in your zip code. E-mail Stephanie at Admin@usgbcaz.org , subject line: “Sign me up!”
If you would like to explore becoming a LEED Study group facilitator, and help others become LEED Accredited Professionals, e-mail the chapter: Admin@usgbc.org , subject line: “Facilitator”. This is a great way to build your network, help the chapter and your peers advance their knowledge and professionalism, and potentially earn a modest stipend. You must currently hold your LEED AP designation to potentially become a LEED AP Study Group facilitator. We hope to find 10 facilitators, for up to 10 small study groups across the Valley.
Girl Scouts Forever Green Community Action Project
Mentor Girls in Your Community
This is a great way for you to give
back to your local community and provide mentoring to the next generation. In
case you missed it, the Girl Scouts partnership kick-off webcast is archived online,
here. If your
chapter has begun to engage your local Girl Scouts council, please email Amy
King at aking@usgbc.org and provide progress updates as
appropriate.
LEEDuser
New Tool for LEED 2009
LEEDuser contains tips and
guidance, written by professionals in the field, on applying LEED credits and
the LEED certification process. LEEDuser is a third-party resource not affiliated
with USGBC or GBCI. For more information, please visit USGBC's LEED Resources
page and click on visit LEEDuser.
LEED Online
At the login screen for LEED Online v3,
anyone can submit feedback or errata to the USGBC by clicking the ‘Feedback'
button at the bottom. Currently this tool is in development to include a
dynamic form with a wider range of options and features.
There are a few things for you to
be aware of regarding the feedback button:
The LOv3 feedback feature is currently not linked to
GBCI's exam/credentialing and project certification feedback feature.
As noted in the text, the functionality for the feedback
feature will be significantly updated in the coming months.
The two features will eventually be linked to provide a
more streamlined location for customers to provide feedback.
More information regarding the
feedback/errata feature, including the implementation process, will be
available in the fall.
The Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT)
The
Center for Neighborhood Technology (CNT) in Chicago is working with the US
Green Building Council (USGBC) to develop a matrix that will assess the
transportation energy intensity (TEI) of buildings. TEI is a measure of
the amount of energy associated with getting people to and from a specific
building.
CNT
is looking for businesses and organizations that would be willing to
participate in data collection for the project. Parties interested in
participating would be asked to supply background information about the
building in which they are located and send out an inquiry to building staff
asking them to take a short survey that explores employee commuting patterns.
The
building does not have to be LEED certified for inclusion in the project. Below is a fact sheet with more information, please contact Sofia Becker at sbecker@cnt.org if you have any questions or
would like to take part.
Have you made your personal membership gift yet?
The Southern Branch continues to hold the lead, with 18% of their branch members making an individual donation. Thank you Southern Branch…You Rock!
AND - Is your firm in Budget Season? Please submit a funding support request for the Arizona Chapter!
The Chapter January 2010 Partnership campaign is beginning, and Chapter Partnership Chairs and board members will be calling our members and their firms over the next three months, to seek their financial partnership with the chapter. Please, get us in your budget so we can count on you! OR: Click here to become a Partner NOW!
Arizona Chapter Wish List
The activity level evident by this Chapter is only possible with your continued support and efforts...
In order to be able to get the word out to you in a more timely and better organized fashion, we are putting a call out to our membership for several helpers.
For example, we are in need of the following assistance:
A Wish List Collector/Editor – this person will be responsible for updating, editing and delivering the Chapter Wish List.
Contact for the Chapter Communications Policy and How to Get Information Uploaded/Included/Posted.
A liaison to many other committees, to collect and assemble information as it comes in.
THANK YOU TO ALL OF OUR DEDICATED VOLUNTEERS!
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USGBC Vision
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) vision is that buildings and communities will regenerate and sustain the health and vitality of all life within a generation.
USGBC Mission
To transform the way buildings and communities are designed built and operated, enabling an environmentally and socially responsible, healthy and prosperous environment that improves the quality of life.
The Arizona Chapter of the United States Green Building Council (USGBC-AZ) has published a special insert section in the Southwest Contractor magazine for the past several years that highlights their efforts and issues of concern to the green building community. 
