the good, the bad, and the ugly of materials choices

Tampa: Tuesday, May 15th
Registration 11:30am Starts 12:00pm - 1:30 pm
Where: Chart House Courtney Campbell Causeway

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Sarasota: Thursday, May 17th
Registration: 5:30 pm starts 6:00 pm
Where: Ringling College of Design - Academic Center Auditorium



CEUs- available 1 hour
Designers course # 8700  -- Architects # SC0730 --LEED AP # 0090004440

This course takes a look at several materials and finishes that we come across every day in our lives. On the surface -they can be beautiful, soft, and inspiring -but the key is to understand the story beneath. What makes the leather so soft? What's used in the manufacture of that beautiful polished chrome? And hopefully as we go through each of the materials, it will inspire others to begin to ask some important questions -in both our personal and professional lives -and demand alternatives that are better for people and better for the planet.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Explain the environmental impact of common materials and how we are exposed
• Polished Chrome
• PVC and Phthalates
• BrominatedFlame Retardants
• Pesticides and Insecticides
• Stain Resistors and Non-stick Coatings
• Promote safe alternatives and encourage awareness
• Identify where these materials may exist and how we are exposed
• Identify ways to influence change

CLICK HERE TAMPA REGISTRATION
CLICK HERE FOR SARASOTA REGISTRATION

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REGREEN 301: Implementing Residential Remodeling


FULL DAY WORKSHOP $50-CEUs LEED AP, FL Contractors, FL Engineers, Architects and Interior Designers.

PRESENTED BY:

Reduced registration fee thanks to funding from the Sarasota County ARRA Energy Efficiency and Conservation Block Grant Program- US Dept of Energy.



1 day instructor-led
CEUs: 7 hours

Learn the unique factors inherent in residential retrofit projects, including the business aspects; policies and incentives; and the professional and client role in scoping, designing, constructing and maintaining. Gain knowledge about implementing green strategies pertaining to site, foundation, building envelope, major residential systems and equipment, applicable renewable energies, space utilization, finished surfaces, furnishings and fittings. Engage with experienced REGREEN^® Faculty^™ and other participants in interactive activities using participants’ own case studies. Ideal audience: Design and construction professionals (architects, engineers, construction managers, contractors, etc.) involved in implementing green remodeling strategies on residential retrofit projects and already familiar with basic building science and green building principles.

EARLY BIRD Registration $50  -- After June 1st $75   Includes Lunch

Sarasota County Cooperative Extension Services- Twin Lakes Complex- Clark Road, Sarasota, FL
CLICK HERE TO REGISTER

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