Green Homes by GreenStreet

Attending Greenbuild ‘09?

Due demand of the now filled-to-capacity Green Remodel Workshop, Green Street Development will be offering a special session for green building professionals and advocates on November 13th. This powerful workshop earns AIA, IIDA and ASID Continuing Education credits and qualifies as an Education requirement for LEED Green Associate.

The cost of the workshop is $150 ($25 discount for NAHB members). The workshop takes place at the first NAHB Emerald certified remodel in the United States, located in Phoenix, AZ.

The greenest building is the existing one.

A powerful workshop, filled with valuable Green Remodel information, including the latest in government incentives, cost analysis when choosing green versus traditional materials, green design, green rating systems, and common mistakes to avoid.

Workshop conducted at the first NAHB Emerald Certified Remodel in the United States

AIA Continued Education Units – 3 units for Sustainability

IDCEC Continued Education – .3 units

Green Building Education Requirment for LEED Green Associate Accreditation

Official Off-site Education Program for Green Build 2009

USGBC Education Provider

Each Workshop is limited to 24 Participants

Sign-up for Green Remodel Workshop

Early registration: $125

Registration after November 6th: $150

Green Remodel Program Review

Date: November 13th in Phoenix
Location: 150 W Elm, Phoenix 85013

Description
“The greenest building is the existing one”
The federal tax credit for green remodeling end energy efficient improvements have tripled to 30%. Industry research suggests that remodeling and retrofitting the nation’s older homes will have a more significant effect on reducing residential energy consumption than meeting even the most aggressive efficiency goals for new homes. Help your clients take advantage of government incentives and tax credits.
Upon completion of this session, you will be able to overcome common objections to going green, including the myth that green is too expensive, green is not durable, green is a gimmick, green materials are not easily available, and green does not make sense. The featured case study is Arizona’s first LEED certified single-family remodel, providing strong support for green remodeling. Attendees will learn common mistakes to avoid, best practices, how to design green, the cost and return on energy efficient improvements including solar, the latest in government incentives for green remodeling, sources for green material selection, recycle and reuse guides, and an introduction to green rating systems including LEED and NAHB.
Get additional detailed information during a 30 minute Q & A from a panel of experts from Solar, HVAC, Design, Insulation, Materials, and Windows and Doors.
Knowledge is the competitive advantage to remodeling green; distinguish your self from the competition in this powerful and informative Green Remodeling Workshop.

Objectives
Attendees of the Green Remodel Workshop will learn through analysis and supporting documentation that green does not have to be more expensive, and that green remodeling is a practical alternative to traditional construction practices.

Objective I: Lessons Learned and Mistakes to Avoid
LEED is not a design tool, it is a rating system. A good case for solar -a water heater is responsible for 12% of a home’s energy consumption making a case for a solar hot water heater. Avoid instant hot water heaters in Arizona, learn why. Implement grey water and rain water capture whenever possible.

Objective II: Green Design and Planning: Green Rating Systems & the Inspiration for a Green Remodel
The most important step for a green remodel, or for any construction project, is the Team Charrette. A review of green rating systems, including LEED, Energy Star, and NAHB’s Green Rating Program. The definition of a green home, you will see why “an efficient home does not equal a green home.” Why is location important when making a home green? A photo journal of our case study and how each strategy is influenced by the NAHB rating system. When you client is building green, you must establish the importance of Energy Efficiency, Air Quality, Design and Materials, and Location/Design?

Objective III: Reuse & Recycling
Reduce waste during your remodel. Find out where to send gypsum board, concrete, fixtures, appliances, and more.

Objective IV: Tax Credits, Rebates, and Stimulus Funds for Green Remodeling, Retrofitting, and Weatherization
Save money by using government incentives and tax credits for green improvements.

Objective V: Green Features – Material Sourcing for a NAHB Home: Tradeoffs, NAHB Credits, Costs. How much does a green remodel cost?
Every decision you make during a green remodel or any other green building, will be influenced by factors that include budget, efficiency, carbon impact, aesthetics, indoor air quality, and targeted NAHB rating; an in-depth analysis of the building envelope, HVAC system, insulation, vapor barriers, plumbing systems, lighting systems, and interior finishes.

Objective VI: A Case Study -Energy Analysis and Comparison of a NAHB Home compared to a Traditional Remodel
A detailed energy analysis of the pre and post remodeled structure will be presented. Using Energy 10 as the point of reference, you will see proof that a green remodel is twice as efficient compared to a traditional remodel.

Objective VII: Your Plan Based on Your Budget and Green Goals – LEED, NAHB, or “Low Budget-Big Impact” Green Improvements

Objective VIII: Expert Discussion and Q & A from Expert Panel
30 minutes to ask questions and get informed answers
Solar, HVAC, Design, Insulation, Coatings, Financial Pro-forma, Materials, and Windows and Doors

Objective IX: NAHB Project Tours
Visit up to four NAHB certified Green Remodels, all located within a mile radius of the Workshop site

Target Audience
Licensed professionals, including Architects, Contractors, Designers, Specifiers, Municipalities, Code Enforcers, Students, and anyone interested in revitalizing and making aging housing stock green and more energy efficient.
This course is not intended for the General Public.

Green Street: Green Building Professionals and Consultants
Green Street, the Developer of the first LEED certified single-family remodel in Arizona. Before beginning any remodel project, one must answer the question, “Who is your Buyer or Tenant, or what are your Client’s needs?” The Green Remodel Workshop analyzes green as one of the many components to consider before planning any real estate or remodel project.
Hear from Green Street’s Founder, Philip Beere.

Other Notes:
Course materials and a Certificate of Completion will be given to each participant.
Green Street reserves the right to reschedule the seminar up to one week prior. Attendees will be contacted directly by Green Street in the event that the seminar is rescheduled.
For additional information, please contact info@greenstreetdev.com or call 602.312.8376

How to Register:
Register on-line with MasterCard, Visa or American Express. Use the “Add to Cart” icon shown at the top of the screen.
If you need to make a payment with a check please mail the check along with the list of participants name(s), email address and phone number to: Green Street, 8390 E Via de Ventura, Suite F-110, Scottsdale, AZ 85258 attn: Education. Please make check payable to Green Street.
Pre-registration is required as we have training materials for each participant.
After you register you will receive an Order Confirmation, this serves as your receipt and shows that you have paid in full.

Green Street Cancellation Policy: If your plans should change, you may designate a substitute to attend in your place prior to your scheduled seminar or you may transfer to another session. In the event you need to cancel your registration, you may do so for a full refund if you inform us of your cancellation at least 10 business days before the start of the seminar. A $20.00 fee will be charged for cancellation within 10 business days from the start date of the seminar. NO reimbursement will be made if you cancel within 72-hours of the seminar or if you fail to attend your scheduled session. Non-paid, no-shows registered by phone, mail, fax, or online will be billed.