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SUMMARY:The "Healthy Zone" of Humidity
DESCRIPTION:Mechanical heating & cooling systems can reduce humidity inside buildings – sometimes more than intended. This is not necessarily a good thing! \nDuring this webinar\, we will discuss the many reasons why humidity is important. This includes how pathogens struggle to survive when relative humidity is optimized. We’ll also examine humidity pitfalls and the importance of controls to reduce factors like mold or bacterial growth. \nFeaturing Guest Speakers:  \nPasquale Demitrio\, Carel \nJon Rumohr\, Tower Pinkster \n[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/RXFH6Ixow5w” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”] \n  \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/Healthcare-3.0-editing-The-Healthy-Zone-.pptx-1.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#c9e265″ color=”#000000″ size=”16″]Download PowerPoint[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/the-healthy-zone-of-humidity/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200618T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200618T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200609T123903Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200618T160256Z
UID:6157-1592474400-1592478000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Developing a Flexible Building Operation Plan
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/dj76CxjGPNU” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”] \nCOVID-19 may be forcing us to re-think our current Building Operation Plan as we prioritize occupant health. However\, this doesn’t mean that energy efficiency has to take a back seat – we can do both. \nIn this webinar\, we will discuss the importance of flexibility as we move through a phased re-opening process. We will discuss how evaluation\, execution\, monitoring\, and managing will be key to continued progress that also produces a desirable outcome for your finance and human resource departments. \nFeaturing Guest Speaker: \nEric DeVries \, E3M Solutions \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/06/USGBC-WM-Presentation.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#c9e265″ color=”#000000″ size=”16″]Download PowerPoint[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/developing-a-flexible-building-operation-plan/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200623T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200623T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200615T215935Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200616T141922Z
UID:6176-1592906400-1592910000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Higher Ed Peer Forum On COVID-19: Managing Your Campus During a Pandemic
DESCRIPTION:The Higher Ed Round Table is a new forum that brings together higher education facility leaders & operators. If you are a representative from an educational institution\, join your peers and our industry experts for a discussion focused on “the new normal”.\n\nYou are in the driver’s seat. This is a small group to give you free expert and peer-to-peer consultation.\n\nShare your plans for bringing students back to campus. Learn what fellow Michigan colleges and universities are doing and ask the experts (and each other) questions on IAQ\, industrial cleaning\, social distancing\, or contingency & emergency response plans. This Higher Ed Round Table meets bi-monthly focused on relevant topics that you choose. Space will be limited in order to facilitate a manageable platform. Save your spot today!\n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcode6qqTMtHdF0sLUfI1jPJRJ4MS-POIz_” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#c9e265″ color=”#000000″ size=”16″]Register Here[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/higher-ed-peer-forum-on-covid-19-social-distancing-on-campus/
CATEGORIES:Higher Ed Forum
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200625T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200625T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200615T211220Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200625T163224Z
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SUMMARY:Assessing Your Indoor Water Quality
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/SrBpRJtLDTY” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”]\n\nPiping systems affect the health of your water before it reaches the faucet. There are many risk factors that hide out of sight from the naked eye\, especially if water has been stagnant during low use or a building shutdown. A one-time building flush might seem like a simple fix\, but it is not the only action needed. For this reason\, it is important to ask yourself: “Is water quality testing a part of my routine building maintenance?”\n\nDuring this webinar\, we will discuss the benefits of testing your water\, whether it comes from the city or well. Water quality testing is readily available\, but what happens after testing? Our guest speakers from Purdue University will elucidate the dangers of stagnant water in your building’s pipes and detail the importance of an action plan when understanding why and what to test for\, and deciphering your water results.\nFeaturing Guest Speakers: \nAndy Whelton\, Purdue University \nCaitlin Proctor\, Purdue University
URL:https://migbc.org/event/assessing-your-indoor-water-quality/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200709T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200709T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200615T174751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200709T193719Z
UID:6170-1594288800-1594292400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:The Benefits of Zero Carbon Design & Construction
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/WxD_DPnndao” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”] \nInterested in learning more about the process of Zero Carbon design? Bradford Station is an all-electric\, mixed-use development in Grand Rapids designed to operate as Zero Carbon. \nTo learn more about this innovative project\, we’ve brought together the owner and developer\, Bazanni\, to explain their decision-making process that led to the forward design\, plus\, a walk-through of their unique features and plans for opening. Through this webinar\, we will also discuss the challenges and benefits that Bazanni navigated during their clean energy and carbon offset journey. \nFeaturing Guest Speaker: \nPeter Skornia\, Bazzani \nHeather Coyne\, Bazzani \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/07/7-9-2020-Webinar.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#c9e265″ color=”#000000″ size=”16″]Download PowerPoint[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/the-benefits-of-zero-carbon-design-construction/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event,Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200820T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200820T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200812T135251Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200821T172049Z
UID:6406-1597917600-1597921200@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Measuring & Monitoring: Vital Steps to Managing Your Energy and Indoor Air Quality
DESCRIPTION:Do you know what is in your air at any given moment of the day? As the facilities manager\, you’re responsible for controlling the indoor environment as people and materials enter and leave the premises. \nHow do you know that your precautions are effective? Tune into this week’s webinar to learn the benefits of air quality data right to your phone delivered from installed and maintained monitors. \nFeaturing Guest Speaker: \nPete Hmelyar\, Vice President of Sales\, Aircuity \n[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/5oFT-nBs9lE” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”] \n[su_spacer] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2020/08/Aircuity_Healthy-Building-USGBC-0820-REVISED.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#c9e265″ color=”#000000″ size=”16″]Download PowerPoint[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/measuring-monitoring-a-vital-step-to-managing-your-energy-and-indoor-air-quality/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20200924T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20200924T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20200813T142307Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200925T165737Z
UID:6419-1600941600-1600945200@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Reach Zero Carbon through Michigan 2030 Districts and DTE Incentives
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/uE96akc3Hvc” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”] \nThe Michigan 2030 Districts are teaming up with DTE and the MIGreenPower program to bring you a webinar packed with money\, energy\, and carbon saving tips for your building. The reasons to “go green” have never been better and these speakers will shed light on the resources you need to take your project from concept to reality.  \nDuring this webinar\, you will hear how the Michigan 2030 Districts are working collaboratively with building managers and professional & community partners to create healthy\, high-performing places to work\, live\, and play across the state. You will also learn about DTE programs and incentives that will make the case for getting started today! \nYou will Learn:\n1) Why carbon is on its way OUT of Michigan\n2) How to uncover capital to get projects moving\n3) How easy it is to get paid for high-efficient technology \nFeaturing Guest Speakers: \n\nKenneth Randazzo\, DTE\nTamika Young Banks\, DTE\nPeter Griffin\, DNV-GL Energy Services\nBrian Calka\, MIGreenPower\nCheri Holman\, Grand Rapids 2030 District\nConnie Lilley\, Detroit 2030 District\nJan Culbertson\, Ann Arbor 2030 District\n\nSeptember 24 Webinar PowerPoint Presentation 
URL:https://migbc.org/event/reach-zero-carbon-through-the-2030-districts-and-utility-incentives/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20201203T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20201203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20201125T205146Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T110625Z
UID:6875-1606993200-1606996800@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Michigan Energy Summit Afterglow Series: How Consumers Energy can help you achieve Net Zero
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/AaE2fkIwwBM” controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” modestbranding=”yes”]\n[su_spacer]\nThinking about a carbon-neutral future for your most valuable asset? As market trends drive away from carbon-based fuels in search of a healthy\, more efficient built environment\, you don’t want to be left holding the bag – but where do you begin? Our partners like Consumers Energy have the resources for you.\n\nJoin us for the first of the Michigan Energy Summit Afterglow Series to explore the Consumers Energy Zero Net Energy pilot program. This one of a kind program was created to walk alongside you. Offering technical assistance and bonus incentive dollars that encourage early adoption of tomorrow’s buildings.\n[su_spacer]\nYou will learn:\n\nAvailable technology for cold climate electrification\nEnhanced incentives to help you lower your carbon footprint\nThe cost/benefit analysis of ZNE building operation\n\nFeaturing Guest Speakers:\n\nAnnie Koch\, Consumers Energy\nSean Armstrong\, Redwood Energy\nUmay Akkoseoglu\, DNV-GL\n\nBought to you in partnership by
URL:https://migbc.org/event/michigan-energy-summit-afterglow-series-how-consumers-energy-can-help-you-achieve-net-zero/
CATEGORIES:Afterglow Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210107T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210107T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20201221T231405Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201229T165135Z
UID:6950-1610013600-1610017200@migbc.org
SUMMARY:How to Synchronize your Building Systems through Retrocommissioning
DESCRIPTION:Life is a journey of change\, and like people\, indoor building environments must continuously adapt to meet the needs of their users. If you are practicing the old “set it and forget it” method in your facility\, you are likely wasting money in spaces of your building that are no longer being used as they were originally designed. The results of this can be costly as well as frustrating as fluctuating temperatures and humidity levels can bring complaints from occupants\, along with many other challenges. \nDuring this webinar\, we’ll talk with building operators that have seen the benefits of a deep dive into their building systems and went through the process of retrocommissioning\, or improving how their building equipment and system functions together. You will discover more about this holistic approach and how it became an important function of these owner/operators’ businesses. \nYou will learn:  \n\nWhat types and sizes of buildings benefit from retrocommissioning\nUtility incentives available to help pay for retrocommissioning\nWhere to start with retrocommissioning\n\nFeaturing Guest Speakers: \n\nEdna Lorenz\, Beaumont Hospital\nAndrew Luzenski\, Peter Basso Associates\nHillary Vadnal\, Trane\nAudrey Ewen\, Consumers Energy (Moderator)\nJohn Nametz\, Consumers Energy (Moderator)\n\n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_pGFCFQOATg6lKs13H1v27Q” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#A5D971″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n 
URL:https://migbc.org/event/how-to-synchronize-your-building-systems-through-retrocommissioning/
CATEGORIES:Afterglow Series
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210128T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210128T100000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20210107T143022Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210129T192552Z
UID:7006-1611828000-1611828000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:USGBC West Michigan Annual Meeting
DESCRIPTION:[su_youtube_advanced url=”https://youtu.be/YVYRWC-qqw8″ controls=”alt” autohide=”yes” autoplay=”yes” rel=”no” modestbranding=”yes” title=”Annual Meeting “] \n2020 has been quite the year for many of us. It has taught us to enjoy the little things\, slow down\, and not take in-person connections for granted. Seeing that our members\, partners\, board\, and staff at USGBC West Michigan value resiliency\, you have all used this opportunity to rise up to the challenges that the pandemic has presented and furthered our mission in ways we never thought possible. We are celebrating these massive accomplishments at our Annual Meeting virtually on January 28\, 2021. \nThis year\, our annual meeting will look a little different than the previous years. Being virtual\, we will have the ability to reach more of our members and allies and create more networking opportunities than ever before. You will have fun with the USGBC West Michigan Board and Staff as we reflect on the efforts of this year and what is on the horizon. Join us bidding farewell to our outgoing board members and welcome our newcomers. Get to know the USGBC West Michigan community through this intimate\, and interactive hour. Register via zoom\, sit back\, grab your favorite beverage\, and help us wish good riddance to 2020 as we welcome 2021! \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/01/Annual-Meeting-PDF-Event-Version-1.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#A5D971″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download PowerPoint[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/usgbc-west-michigan-annual-meeting/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20210415T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20210415T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20210318T163332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210318T163332Z
UID:7223-1618480800-1618484400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:IAQ in COVID Times
DESCRIPTION:Strategies to minimize OA\, improve IAQ\, and maximize LEED planning during a pandemic.\n\nWe will cover the ASHRAE Epidemic Task Force’s recently revised guidance on safe reopening and how IAQ can be safely deployed in buildings using air scrubbers. We will also discover how your organization can be one of the 6-8 to participate in the Consumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Pilot Program.\n[su_spacer]\nFeaturing Guest Speakers\nTed Vergis\, C.E.P.\nVP of Business Development\, North America\nenVerid Systems\n[su_spacer]\nMark Crabtree\, CEM\, PMP\nPilot Lead with Franklin Energy\nConsumers Energy Business Energy Efficiency Program\n[su_spacer] \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Lods8uiRSf6J-1FBFgQG0Q” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#A5D971″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/iaq-in-covid-times/
CATEGORIES:COVID-19,Virtual Event
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20211014T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20211014T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20210922T162045Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210922T162958Z
UID:8252-1634227200-1634234400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Get Paid for Your Building Reno: Utility Rebates & Incentives for Business
DESCRIPTION:Are You Leaving Money on the Table?  \nGet Paid Out for your Building Renovations\nYour utility company wants to help elevate your next project. \n\nThursday\, October 14th\, 2021 \n4:00PM – 6:00PM \nTacos & Cocktails Provided \nGrand Rapids Downtown Market \n435 Ionia Ave SW\, \nGrand Rapids\, MI 49503 \n\nA new concierge service designed with you in mind.\nAre you building\, renovating\, or designing a commercial property? Are you considering high-performance strategies or equipment? Your utility provider wants to incentivize and invest in your project! \nJoin us for tacos and cocktails inside the beautiful Downtown Market in Grand Rapids to find out how to increase the energy performance and marketability of your commercial or industrial construction project. This free event will follow current CDC guidelines. \nSeats will fill quickly! \n[su_button url=”https://www.eventbrite.com/e/get-paid-for-your-building-reno-utility-rebates-incentives-for-business-tickets-177221944607″ target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#A5D971″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \nDownload Flyer
URL:https://migbc.org/event/get-paid-for-your-building-reno-utility-rebates-incentives-for-business/
LOCATION:Grand Rapids Downtown Market\, 435 Ionia Ave SW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The US Green Building Council of West Michigan":MAILTO:admin@usgbcwm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220224T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220224T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220127T200828Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T211733Z
UID:9045-1645693200-1645700400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:E.H.Zero Webinar Series: Introduction to Policies and Programs for Equitable\, Healthy\, Zero Carbon Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/e-h-zero-webinar-series-introduction-to-policies-and-programs-for-equitable-healthy-zero-carbon-buildings/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220303T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220303T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220202T191144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T150839Z
UID:9123-1646298000-1646303400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking and Transparency: Disclosure for City-Wide Progress Tracking
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/energy-benchmarking-and-transparency-disclosure-for-city-wide-progress-tracking/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220310T173000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220310T203000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220113T163849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220113T163849Z
UID:8877-1646933400-1646944200@migbc.org
SUMMARY:USGBC West Michigan Annual Party & Award Ceremony
DESCRIPTION:For more details\, visit usgbcwm.org/2021annualparty/
URL:https://migbc.org/event/usgbc-west-michigan-annual-party-award-ceremony/
LOCATION:McKay Ballroom\, 146 Monroe Center Street NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="The US Green Building Council of West Michigan":MAILTO:admin@usgbcwm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220324T090000
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UID:9128-1648112400-1648117800@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Building Performance Standards: A Win-Win Scenario
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \nWith building operation emissions accounting for nearly 30% of the globe’s greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions\, it is befitting to look at the management of building operations as a key player in reducing our collective GHGs. Dozens of municipalities are incorporating Building Performance Standards (BPS) as an avenue to achieve robust community GHG reductions. In its simplest form\, BPS set targets overtime to make measurable reductions using metrics such as energy use\, carbon\, etc. This webinar will answer how Grand Rapids could benefit from integrating BPS\, and discuss key example cities to visualize how this could be implemented in our city. \nJoin Tara Brown\, City Solutions Manager at Institute for Market Transformation\, Ben Rabe\, Project Manager with the Codes and Policy Team at New Building Institute\, and panelist peer stakeholders to learn what BPS is and how it has worked for cities similar to Grand Rapids. \n[su_spacer] \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/building-performance-standards-a-win-win-scenario/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220407T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220407T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220202T191827Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T151246Z
UID:9132-1649322000-1649327400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Point of Sale: Energy & Operational Disclosure Requirements for Investor Decision Making
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/point-of-sale-energy-operational-disclosure-requirements-for-investor-decision-making/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220421T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220421T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220202T191957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T151335Z
UID:9136-1650531600-1650537000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Renewable electricity for Large Commercial Buildings
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/renewable-electricity-for-large-commercial-buildings/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220505T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220505T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220202T192141Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220210T151728Z
UID:9140-1651741200-1651746600@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Compliance Pathways for Carbon Neutral Buildings - Zero Code
DESCRIPTION:Join the City of Grand Rapids\, GR2030 District\, and Urban Core Collective as we launch the Equitable\, Healthy Zero Carbon Building (E.H.Zero) virtual series. The E.H.Zero initiative aims to equitably achieve affordability\, positive health outcomes\, and resilience while reducing energy consumption and carbon emissions in buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_ySvJ24vdQiyYE87h4SIZkg” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Register Here[/su_button] \n[su_button url=”https://migbc.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/02/E.H.Zero-Webinar-Series-Flyer-2.pdf” target=”blank” style=”glass” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#000000″ size=”10″]Download Flyer[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/compliance-pathways-for-carbon-neutral-buildings-zero-code/
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220525T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220525T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220511T163011Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T180908Z
UID:10165-1653476400-1653480000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Doing WELL: A Walk Through the WELL™ Suite of Healthy Building Rating Systems
DESCRIPTION:In this session\, Jeff Hochberg\, WELL AP\, LEED GA\, WELL Faculty\, will walk attendees through the evolution of the WELL Building Standard.  Starting with the creation of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI)\, and the first WELL Certification for single buildings\, the WELL ecosystem quickly grew to include the standard’s first at-scale solution\, the “WELL Portfolio” program\, followed by the current suite of rating systems\, “WELL Health-Safety\,” “WELL Performance\,” and “WELL Health Equity” (coming late 2022). These more recent rating systems strategically address the multiple needs of organizations in a post-COVID-19 environment.   \nJeff will break down each of the WELL Rating systems in detail and will highlight the building types and industry sectors (higher education\, multi-family residential\, hospitality\, airports\, sports\, and entertainment\, etc.) that lend themselves to each. \nDespite the explosive growth WELL has experienced since 2020\, potential WELL projects are often declined due to a false perception that the added cost would be prohibitive and bring minimal return to the developer or project owner.  However\, published case studies by the early adopters of WELL demonstrate otherwise\, and have shown measurable improvement in productivity\, absenteeism\, retention\, and hiring ability.  Real estate developers who offer healthy buildings are charging measurably higher rents while at the same time\, achieving higher occupancy rates\, and investors are channeling more of their funding to organizations that promote healthy cultures including healthy workplaces.   \nJeff will conclude with an overview of the incremental increased investment that WELL projects incur\, and selected case study outcomes that demonstrate WELL’s potential for delivering a positive return on that investment. \n  \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the scientific research-based evolution of the WELL Building Standard\nUnderstand the WELL Rating systems\, their differences\, and the sectors they best lend themselves to\nUnderstand the business case\, i.e.\, both the costs and the benefits of attaining WELL\n\n  \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/1416522860048/WN_TD1Hi7GDQJKVtp8CVc0Vxg” color=”#ffffff” size=”8″]Register Here[/su_button] \n  \nAbout the Presenter \nJeff Hochberg is a Senior Consultant on the Healthy Building Solutions team at Catalyst Partners\, a leader in the design of high-performance buildings and interiors that have a positive impact on the environment\, the communities around them\, and the health and lives of the people who occupy them. \nJeff has an M.S. in Exercise Physiology\, is credentialed as both a WELL AP and LEED GA\, and has spent over 35 years in the field of health\, wellness\, and population health management\, serving in leadership roles within the corporate\, hospital\, health plan\, public not-for-profit\, and consulting sectors.\n\nAlong with Jeff’s WELL AP credential\, which signifies knowledge in human health and wellness in the built environment and specialization in the WELL Building Standard\, Jeff is a member of the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) WELL Faculty and serves on the IWBI Movement Concept Advisory panel.\n\nJeff has led WELL projects in the corporate\, real estate\, and academic sectors\, guiding organizations through the steps of evaluating projects for WELL\, identifying the optimum WELL rating system(s) based on organizational needs and vision\, building the stakeholder team\, and implementing the steps to WELL.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/doing-well-a-walk-through-the-well-suite-of-healthy-building-rating-systems/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Healthy Buildings
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ORGANIZER;CN="The US Green Building Council of West Michigan":MAILTO:wendy@usgbcwm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220614T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220614T110000
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SUMMARY:DETROIT ENERGY CHALLENGE AWARDS BREAKFAST
DESCRIPTION:Join us for the first annual Detroit Energy Challenge Awards Breakfast while we honor Detroit building owners and managers for reducing energy consumption in their building(s).  \nCome enjoy a hot breakfast and network with our members\, businesses and industry professionals. Enjoy visiting the trade show tables and listening to our special guest speakers – to be announced soon. Space is limited\, so get your tickets soon!
URL:https://migbc.org/event/detroit-energy-challenge-awards-breakfast/
LOCATION:Net Zero Energy Center\, 1358 Abbott Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48226\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Battle of the Buildings":MAILTO:admin@usgbcwm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220615T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220615T163000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220421T142745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T180639Z
UID:9932-1655283600-1655310600@migbc.org
SUMMARY:2022 MICHIGAN ENERGY SUMMIT
DESCRIPTION:The 2022 Michigan Energy Summit is a full-day energy conference that brings building owners and operators from all over the state in a peer-to-peer exchange. This year\, it will be hosted at the beautiful LEED-certified City Flats Hotel in the heart of downtown Grand Rapids\, MI. Explore how Michigan businesses are achieving Net Zero Energy\, creating healthy and efficient workspaces\, and saving thousands on energy efficiency upgrades and utility bills. The Summit will feature an exhibitor hall with local Michigan vendors within the energy/building science industry. Enjoy a coffee or cocktail and learn from the professionals about the many different services they have to offer your business.  \nBring your walking shoes\, because the Michigan Energy Summit is getting active this year! Choose to take The Rapid bus to John Ball Zoo to see the popular SITES-certified Meerkat habitat and other innovative projects that the zoo has recently completed. Or\, take a guided tour around downtown Grand Rapids\, hear and see the city’s rich history of green building and sustainability\, and learn what’s to come. Want to stay put? No problem! Sit back and enjoy a panel discussion on net-zero energy and carbon in the Ballroom\, with an optional tour of City Flats Hotel to follow.  \nWe will return to the Ballroom to award the 2021 Michigan Battle of the Buildings “Biggest Losers” and welcome the new 2022 competitors. You will hear how the winners successfully reduced their energy costs while maintaining occupant comfort & increasing productivity.  Explore different approaches by corporations\, small businesses\, non-profits\, governmental & educational institutions\, and more.  \nWe will end the day with the Detroit Lions Happy Hour\, which will feature networking\, drinks\, games\, raffle\, and a silent auction. We look forward to seeing you at this distinguished energy event! 
URL:https://migbc.org/event/2022-michigan-energy-summit/
LOCATION:The Ballroom at CityFlatsHotel\, 83 Monroe Center St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:MES
ORGANIZER;CN="Michigan Battle of the Buildings":MAILTO:admin@usgbcwm.org
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220713T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220713T120000
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CREATED:20220525T142703Z
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SUMMARY:Get a Handle on Hygiene: Aqueous Ozone as an Emerging Healthy Building Technology
DESCRIPTION:Hand Hygiene hasn’t seen much innovation in many years. That’s about to change – meet Iggy™\, a hand-rinsing device that when used as part of an overall approach to health and wellbeing\, significantly enhances (or supplements\, increases) the effectiveness of hand hygiene programs aimed at reducing the risk of transmission of infectious microbes (or germs).”  Iggy uses aqueous ozone technology to sanitize hands in 7 seconds\, providing a safe and natural cleaning\, free from soap and chemicals.  Aqueous ozone is a potent but safe\, natural disinfectant. Research shows that aqueous ozone eradicates bacteria\, fungi\, and viruses (including coronavirus and influenza) on a variety of surfaces. \nIn this webinar\, Chris Thompson\, Chief Technology Officer of 3oe Scientific will discuss the plethora of benefits that this technology has to offer for a variety of building types. These benefits include: \n\nMeeting your sustainability goals with reduced water consumption and reduction of landfill waste.\nSaving money with the reduction of soap/sanitizer use.\nEnhanced health & wellness objectives and absenteeism reduction with improved infection control.\nIncreased productivity through time saved sanitizing hands.\nIggy™ is a “smart device” that tracks usage via RFI and communicates when service is needed.\n\nHealthy buildings need healthy building practices. Technologies like this make reaching health\, wellness\, and sustainability goals simpler through individual action that can be tracked and monitored. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_4GxffsRxR6q-X8tBr5qKXg” target=”blank” style=”flat” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#ffffff” size=”6″]Register Here[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/get-a-handle-on-hygiene-aqueous-ozone-as-an-emerging-healthy-building-technology/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Healthy Buildings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220817T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220817T120000
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CREATED:20220718T155923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221031T180321Z
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SUMMARY:Know your Rating Systems: Exploring Green Globes and BREEAM
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a webinar exploring Green Globes and BREEAM! Green Globes and BREEAM are both green building assessment tools designed to help owners and operators interactively manage their buildings through third-party assessments. \nAs a nationally recognized green building rating program\, Green Globes works with building owners to help with sustainability goals for new constructions\, existing buildings\, and interiors. The rating system could help buildings reduce operating costs\, receive incentives through rebates\, retain and attract talent\, and increase marketability. They provide in-depth support to help manage these goals.  \nWe will also be discussing The Building Research Establishment Environmental Assessment Method\, or BREEAM. BREEAM aims to achieve zero net carbon\, use data to aid decision-making\, and make a positive impact. Backed by science\, BREEAM helps businesses improve each pillar of sustainability; environmental\, social\, and economic. There are 12 assessment categories with 6 different ratings. New constructions\, retrofits\, in-use\, and community-wide scopes are all supported.  \nOur speakers Emily Bowers\, Director of State and Local Engagement at GBI\, Nina Armstrong\, Manager in Client Services & Engagement at GBI\, and Allan Robles\, Senior Consultant at BRE will walk us through these lesser-discussed building rating systems and answer if these products are right for your project. \n[su_button url=”https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_32-r4J1cSNesDIgD_Vjrhg” target=”blank” style=”flat” background=”#71b5d9″ color=”#ffffff” size=”6″]Register Here[/su_button]
URL:https://migbc.org/event/exploring-green-globes-and-breeam/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Healthy Buildings
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220916T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220916T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220823T134720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T075846Z
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SUMMARY:Mayor's Grand River Cleanup 2030 Team Sign Up!
DESCRIPTION:Join the Grand Rapids 2030 District’s team as we clean up Plaster Creek near Brookside Elementary on Madison and Alger as a part of the Mayor’s Grand River Cleanup! \nWhen: September 16\, 2022\nWhere: Meet at Brookside Elementary\, 2505 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, MI 49507\nTime: 10am – 12pm \nSign up or learn more here.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/mayors-grand-river-cleanup-2030-team-sign-up/
LOCATION:Brookside Elementary\, 2505 Madison Ave SE\, Grand Rapids\, 49507\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220921T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220921T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220829T180002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T080029Z
UID:11375-1663758000-1663761600@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Reconnect with Nature: ILFI Living Building Challenge
DESCRIPTION:In October 2021\, Blandford Nature Center announced their pursuit of the International Living Future Institute’s Living Building Challenge for a new facility at the Highlands. In this webinar we will be going over the Living Building Challenge requirements and taking a look at an ongoing local project pursuing the label.  \nILFI introduced the Living Building Challenge in 2006 and asks the question “what does good look like”? This regenerative design strategy focuses on 7 petals; place\,water\, energy\, health & happiness\, materials\, equity\, and beauty. “Living Buildings are regenerative buildings that connect occupants to light\, air\, food\, nature\, and community.”  \nIn this session\, Matthew VanSweden\, LFA\, WELL AP\, LEED AP BD+C from Foresight Management will walk us through the LBC process and bring in local perspectives involved in the Highlands project along with Jack Woller\, CEO of Blandford Nature Center.  \nRegister here or with the link below.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/webinar-reconnect-with-nature-ilfi-living-building-challenge/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20220929T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20220929T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220906T155332Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T075903Z
UID:11518-1664442000-1664447400@migbc.org
SUMMARY:How the City Makes Decisions
DESCRIPTION:Understanding how the city makes decisions is an integral part of policy and program development. Join Alison Waske Sutter\, Sustainability and Performance Management Officer for the City of Grand Rapids as she discusses how sustainability fits into the strategic plan\, historical sustainability efforts\, environmental justice initiatives\, and municipal goal achievements.\n\nThis webinar is part of the E.H. Zero Series: Grand Rapids Policies and Programs for Equitable\, Healthy\, Zero Carbon Buildings. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change.\nRegister Here.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/how-the-city-makes-decisions/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221026T103000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221026T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20221017T163939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T074951Z
UID:12285-1666780200-1666785600@migbc.org
SUMMARY:NEW City of Grand Rapids Community-wide GHG Inventory
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nJoin this important webinar to review the new Grand Rapids Community-wide Greenhouse Gas Inventory results. This Inventory measures emissions for the following sectors and also measures performance against a 2008 inventory created by FTCH.  \n\nTransportation and mobile sources \nResidential energy\nCommercial energy \nSolid waste\nWater and wastewater \nIndustrial energy\n\nThis Inventory will inform emissions reduction strategies\, goals\, costs and opportunities that will be included in the City’s Climate Action and Adaptation Plan and other City programs\, policies and plans. \nThe City of Grand Rapids’ Office of Sustainability\, in partnership the Grand Rapids Programs & Policies for Equitable\, Healthy & Zero Carbon Buildings Initiative (E.H. Zero)\, hired ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability USA to complete this 2019 Inventory of Community and Government Operations Greenhouse Gas Emissions\, which includes recommendations for science-based emissions targets. The desired outcome of E.H.Zero is to co-create policies & programs with our community that will transform our city and create long-term impacts for substantive change.  \n  \nPanelists:  \nAlison Waske Sutter\, Sustainability and Performance Management Officer for the City of Grand Rapids \nHannah Miller\, Program Officer with ICLEI – Local Governments for Sustainability \nRegister with the link below or by clicking here.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/new-city-of-grand-rapids-community-wide-ghg-inventory/
CATEGORIES:Webinar
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20221116T110000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20221116T120000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20221028T181018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T074455Z
UID:12465-1668596400-1668600000@migbc.org
SUMMARY:Beyond Homes: Phius Passive  Building Certification for your Business
DESCRIPTION:Description  \n“Zero is the goal\, Phius is the means.” Passive House Institute US (Phius) originated in the US and Canada in the ‘70’s\, was enhanced in Germany in the ’90’s\, and reinvigorated in the US in 2003 when Katrin Klingenberg designed and completed the first home to meet passive house standards in the United States. Phius is driven by carbon neutrality and improving the standard of building construction. Phius updated its standard in 2021 to meet stringent efficiency and carbon neutrality goals to make buildings the building block of the 21st century electrical grid: resilient\, digitized\, distributed\, and interactive. \nIn this webinar\, Katrin (Kat) Klingenberg\, Executive Director & Co-Founder Phius\, and Doug Farr\, President of Farr Associates Architecture and Urban Design\, will walk us through the Passive house certification process\, commercial building examples\, and how green & healthy building certifications should work together and not be siloed. \nSpeaker Bios \nKat’s home sparked considerable interest and she went on to found Phius\, dedicated to making passive building a mainstream best practice. She developed and delivered building-science based training in how to design and build energy efficient and zero energy buildings. Over the past ten years she has collaborated with federal and state governments’ agencies to tailor the Phius Standard for each of the nine US and ASHRAE’s global climate zones—that adaptation cost-optimized passive building and has driven widespread adoption. She has consulted on projects nationally and internationally. \nDoug is a nationally-recognized architect\, urbanist\, and author. He leads Chicago-based Farr Associates\, a pioneering\, sustainability-driven architecture and urban design firm that plans and designs lovable and aspirational buildings and places. The firm was recognized by the New York Times as “the most prominent of the city’s growing cadre of ecologically sensitive architects.” The firm prides itself on its pioneering “firsts” in high-performance buildings in the Chicago region including LEED Platinum\, PHIUS Net Zero\, and LBC.  In 2020 Doug launched Carbon Free Chicago\, a 30-year campaign for the equitable transition away from fossil fuels. In 2022 Doug Co-Curated the ENERGY REVOLUTION exhibit at the Chicago Architecture Center\, which closes January 10th\, 2023 \n  \nRegister by clicking here or with the like below:
URL:https://migbc.org/event/phius-passive-building-certification/
CATEGORIES:Webinar,Healthy Buildings
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Detroit:20221208T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Detroit:20221208T210000
DTSTAMP:20260404T165429
CREATED:20220920T160923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241001T075423Z
UID:11684-1670520600-1670533200@migbc.org
SUMMARY:2022 Annual Party & Leadership Awards
DESCRIPTION:The U.S. Green Building Council of West Michigan invites our friends\, members\, and stakeholders to revel in all that was accomplished in 2022 at the Annual Party & Leadership Awards on December 8\, 2022. This celebratory event will be held at the LEED-certified CityFlatsHotel in the Ballroom. The night will feature dinner\, a keynote address\, drinks\, merriment\, and honoring the 2022 Leadership Awardees.  \nThe Leadership awardees exhibit a commitment to sustainable design\, green building concepts\, and innovation. We are excited to showcase their projects and share their stories with you. \nTo thank you for your dedication to our mission\, members of USGBC West Michigan will receive discounted tickets to this event. You can become a member by visiting usgbcwm.org/join.  \nWe could not continue our mission without the contributions of our community members. If you find value in our organization please consider sponsoring or becoming a member.  \nPurchase Tickets and Learn More Here. \nBecome A Member Here.
URL:https://migbc.org/event/2022-annual-party-leadership-awards/
LOCATION:The Ballroom at CityFlatsHotel\, 83 Monroe Center St NW\, Grand Rapids\, MI\, 49503\, United States
CATEGORIES:Annual Party
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