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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar - Equitable Community Engagement
DESCRIPTION:Equitable development involves supporting underserved communities through programs and policies that foster healthy\, vibrant places. Community engagement provides an opportunity for project teams and neighborhood groups to create strong and livable communities together.\n \nIn this seminar\, local organizations will discuss ways to frame community engagement during project development to bring added value to all project participants. Speakers will share relevant examples and resources while exploring how community input can be so much more than checking a box.\n \nYou can register online here. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-equitable-community-engagement/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220510T130000
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SUMMARY:Climate Equity Plan: What Does It Mean for Austin?
DESCRIPTION:Austin’s Climate Equity Plan was created with input from nearly 200 community members with an intentional focus on engaging racially and economically diverse residents about the challenges\, barriers\, and opportunities facing historically excluded groups. The Austin Climate Equity Plan includes the bold and aggressive goal of equitably reaching net-zero community-wide greenhouse gas emissions by 2040 with a strong emphasis on cutting emissions by 2030. Learn how an equity tool helped account for outcomes related to health\, affordability\, accessibility\, community capacity\, cultural preservation\, accountability\, and a just transition to green jobs.\n \nDate: May 10th\nTime: 12- 1 p.m.\nLocation: This seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n \nRegistration: Register online \nSpeakers: \n\nPhoebe Romero\, Environmental Program Coordinator\, Office of Sustainability\nZach Baumer\, Climate Program Manager\, Office of Sustainability
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/climate-equity-plan-what-does-it-mean-for-austin/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220407T210000
DTSTAMP:20220407T183220Z
CREATED:20220407T182930Z
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SUMMARY:Green by Design 2022
DESCRIPTION:Green by Design is now online! Learn how to build\, remodel\, or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshops are designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs.\n \nSessions are hosted by Austin Energy Green Building team members who provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials are provided.\n \nAttend live online sessions for free. Sign up for one\, two\, or all three.\n \nAdvance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password. \n \nApril 7\, 2022: Session 1 | Green Planning and Design \n\nIdentifying home design priorities with sustainability concepts in mind\nUnderstanding how sustainability applies to home design\nLearning how location\, site and climate affect the design of a sustainable home\nChoosing your team and rating with Austin Energy Green Building\n\nApril 14\, 2022: Session 2 | Green Materials and Landscaping \n\nDesigning homes that are material and resource efficient\nSelecting material choices that are healthier and safer\nMaking informed decisions when choosing materials\nUnderstanding responsible landscaping features and strategies\n\nApril 21\, 2022: Session 3 | Green Home Systems \n\nDesigning and right-sizing mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency\nComparing high efficiency lighting and appliances\nSelecting venting\, water heating\, and plumbing systems\nExploring zero-energy capable home features and strategies\n\nTime: 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. \nRegistration: Register now \nTechnology Requirements \nThe webinar will be hosted using WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n \nAttendance Details \n\nSeminar is open to everyone\nRSVP is required to receive webinar instructions and password
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-2022/2022-04-07/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220322T130000
DTSTAMP:20220223T232222Z
CREATED:20220223T232130Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220223T232222Z
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SUMMARY:Resiliency Insights: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:With a changing climate leading to more frequent extreme weather events\, including flooding\, heatwaves and severe winter weather\, the planning and architecture profession is facing a sense of urgency around designing buildings and communities that are better prepared to meet rapidly changing conditions.\n \nIn this seminar\, we will hear about City of Austin resilience initiatives from the Office of Sustainability\, as well as exploring case studies and lessons learned from previous events with a view to supporting the health\, welfare and safety of the Central Texas community.\n \nDate: March 22\, 2022 \nTime: 12:00 p.m. – 1:00 p.m. \nLocation: This seminar will be hosted as a live webinar. \nRegistration: Register online \nSpeakers: \n\nMark Coudert\, Environmental Conservation Program Manager\, City of Austin\nTrey Farmer\, Architect\, Forge Craft Architecture + Design
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/resiliency-insights-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220111T133000
DTSTAMP:20220105T200003Z
CREATED:20220105T195851Z
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SUMMARY:2021 IECC Updates: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:The City of Austin adopted the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code with local amendments this fall. Austin Energy Green Building will review significant changes to the 2021 IECC and local amendments. Speakers will explore how design teams can navigate various paths of compliance and use partnerships to help their clients in the field. Development Services Department representatives will provide additional updates and potential real-world scenarios resulting from recent code changes.\n\n\n \nSpeakers\n\nGarrett Jaynes\, Engineer B\, Austin Energy\nPatricia Chawla\, Conservation Program Coordinator\, Austin Energy\nMitchell Tolbert\, Commercial Plan Review Manager\, Development Services Department\nChris Ruddell\, Residential Building Inspections – Northeast Supervisor\, Development Services Department\n\n\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n \nRSVP here for more details and registration. After registration\, an email confirmation will be sent with additional login information. If you do not see it\, check your junk email folder. Contact us for additional help.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/2021-iecc-updates-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211214T133000
DTSTAMP:20211208T002948Z
CREATED:20211208T002749Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211208T002948Z
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SUMMARY:Lighting Strategies: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Transitioning to high efficacy lighting provides significant energy savings in buildings. As these gains in fixture efficiency start to slow\, how will lighting systems continue to improve?\n  \nJoin us as we explore how interior lighting design can positively affect energy efficiency along with occupant health and comfort. The webinar will highlight ways to save energy through electric lighting and daylighting strategies that go beyond fixtures and controls.\n  \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n  \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n  \nRSVP for more details and registration. After registration\, an email confirmation will be sent with additional login information.\n  \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, GBCI and AICP CE Hours.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/lighting-strategies-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211014T133000
DTSTAMP:20211006T170239Z
CREATED:20211006T170239Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211006T170239Z
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SUMMARY:Austin Real Estate Trends: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Last February\, the City of Austin issued the third-highest number of building permits in the U.S. What effect has this growth and the pandemic had on the Austin market? Which trends will influence the City’s future? Join us as our speakers discuss the economic outlook\, the impact on industry sectors and recovery scenarios. The panel will also highlight trends in development that contribute to strong\, vibrant\, culturally rich and diverse neighborhood districts.\n\n \nSpeakers\nMark Sprague\, State Director of Information Capital\, Independence Title Company\nW. Gaines Bagby\, First Vice President\, CBRE\nRoland Galang\, Founder and Broker\, Skout Real Estate\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \nRSVP here. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-real-estate-trends-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210914T133000
DTSTAMP:20210901T152457Z
CREATED:20210901T152346Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Efficiency for Older Homes: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Construction techniques continue to advance energy efficiency for newer homes\, but existing homes can also benefit from the use of these techniques to improve occupant comfort and energy efficiency. Choosing impactful renovations uses design and building science to identify the right measures for a particular home. Speakers will explore the impacts of advancing energy codes and standards through the evaluation of older home performance and suggest ideas and concepts to apply when considering retrofits and renovations.\n\n\n \nSpeakers\n— Meredith Jagger\, Business Intelligence Consultant\, Data Analytics & Business Intelligence\, Austin Energy\n— Jason Vendever\, Building Code Program Manager\, South-central Partnership for Energy Efficiency as a Resource (SPEER)\n— Chip Berry\, Residential Energy Demand Team Lead\, US Energy Information Administration (EIA)\n— Bess Althaus Graham\, Director/Deputy SHPO\, Texas Historical Commission\n\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n \nClick the RSVP button for more details and registration. After registration\, an email confirmation will be sent with additional login information. If you do not see it\, check your junk email folder. Contact us for additional help.\n\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW and GBCI CE Hours.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/energy-efficiency-for-older-homes-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210824T210000
DTSTAMP:20210728T182411Z
CREATED:20210728T182411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T182411Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Green Home Systems
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build\, buy or remodel a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The webinar series provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs and interests.\n\n \nAug 10 | Session 1: Planning and Design\nAug 17 | Session 2: Materials and Landscaping\nAug 24 | Session 3: Home Systems\n \n\nSession 3 | Green Home Systems \n\nDesigning and right-sizing mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency\nComparing high efficiency lighting and appliances\nSelecting venting\, water heating\, and plumbing systems\nExploring zero-energy capable home features and strategies\n\n\n\n \nLearn more about these sessions and RSVP in advance to receive log-in instructions. Choose to join live on the session dates or view later – all registrants will receive a recorded version of all three sessions afterward.\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW. Two-hour CEU’s are provided to participants that fully attend each online session. A total of six CEU’s are available for all three sessions.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-home-systems-4/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210817T210000
DTSTAMP:20210728T182102Z
CREATED:20210728T182102Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T182102Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Green Materials & Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build\, buy or remodel a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The webinar series provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs and interests.\n\n \nAug 10 | Session 1: Planning and Design\nAug 17 | Session 2: Materials and Landscaping\nAug 24 | Session 3: Home Systems\n \n\nSession 2 | Green Materials and Landscaping \n\nDesigning homes that are material and resource efficient\nSelecting material choices that are healthier and safer\nMaking informed decisions when choosing materials\nUnderstanding responsible landscaping features and strategies\n\n\n\n \nLearn more about these sessions and RSVP in advance to receive log-in instructions. Choose to join live on the session dates or view later – all registrants will receive a recorded version of all three sessions afterward.\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW. Two-hour CEU’s are provided to participants that fully attend each online session. A total of six CEU’s are available for all three sessions.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-materials-landscaping-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210810T210000
DTSTAMP:20210728T181613Z
CREATED:20210728T181443Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210728T181613Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Planning & Design
DESCRIPTION:Learn how to build\, buy or remodel a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The webinar series provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs and interests.\n\n \nAug 10 | Session 1: Planning and Design\nAug 17 | Session 2: Materials and Landscaping\nAug 24 | Session 3: Home Systems\n \nSession 1 | Green Planning and Design \n\nIdentifying home design priorities with sustainability concepts in mind\nUnderstanding how sustainability applies to home design\nLearning how location\, site and climate affect the design of a sustainable home\nChoosing your team and rating with Austin Energy Green Building\n\n\n\n \nLearn more about these sessions and RSVP in advance to receive log-in instructions. Choose to join live on the session dates or view later – all registrants will receive a recorded version of all three sessions afterward.\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW. Two-hour CEU’s are provided to participants that fully attend each online session. A total of six CEU’s are available for all three sessions.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-planning-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210706T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210706T133000
DTSTAMP:20210623T175803Z
CREATED:20210623T175626Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210623T175803Z
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SUMMARY:Embodied Carbon Matters: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Between 2020 and 2050\, the carbon embodied in building materials is expected to be 49% of total new construction carbon emissions. Considering carbon during the entire life cycle of buildings and their constituent materials is thus a vitally important task in reducing global climate change. Speakers will provide an overview of considerations related to embodied carbon in building materials\, strategies for selecting lower-carbon materials and emerging ideas about an embodied carbon marketplace.\n\n\n \nSpeakers\n\nMartin Torres\, Graduate Engineer\, Austin Energy Green Building\nBrian Just\, Manager\, Engineering\, VEIC\nDr. Wil V. Srubar III\, Associate Professor\, University of Colorado Boulder\, Department of Civil\, Environmental and Architectural Engineering\n\n\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n \nClick the RSVP button here for more details and registration. After registration\, an email confirmation will be sent with additional login information. If you do not see it\, check your junk email folder. Contact us for additional help.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/embodied-carbon-matters-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210613T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210613T143000
DTSTAMP:20210520T160651Z
CREATED:20210520T160355Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210520T160651Z
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SUMMARY:Cool House Tour
DESCRIPTION:Welcome to the 25th Annual Cool House Tour\, a collaboration between Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB) and the Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES).\n \n\nIn honor of our 25th anniversary\, the tour is FREE to the public this year! Register in advance to receive login information. Professionals and students interested in earning continuing education credits can choose to purchase a CEU ticket.\n \nThis year’s virtual tour features a mixed-use condo tower\, an affordable multifamily community\, two east Austin backyard dwellings\, a modern home in west Austin and a suburban home designed for a challenging site. These six properties showcase:\n \n\n\n\nValue-driven decisions \n\n\nClimate responsive design \n\n\nHealthy material selections \n\n\nEnergy efficiency strategies \n\n\nWater-saving methods \n\n\nRenewable energy options \n\n\n\n \nThe tour will highlight both the homes and the teams that made them possible in up-close conversations with owners\, architects and contractors. Get your questions ready for them and either join us for the entire tour or tune in for specific homes:\n \n\n\n\n10:00 am: Welcome and introduction \n\n\n10:10 am:  Modern urban home \n\n\n10:45 am:  Downtown condo development \n\n\n11:20 am:  Backyard family dwelling \n\n\n12:00 pm:  Lunch break \n12:30 pm: Alley office + retreat \n\n\n1:05 pm:  Suburban hillside nest \n\n\n1:45 pm:  Affordable housing community \n\n\n2:20 pm: Closing \n\n\n\n \nShare your experience on social media! #coolhousetour \nAll registrants will receive a recording of the event that can also be viewed afterward for continuing education credit. LEED AP\, AIA and AICP continuing education credits are available for this event.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/cool-house-tour-3/
LOCATION:Online
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210608T133000
DTSTAMP:20210602T161313Z
CREATED:20210602T161156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210602T161313Z
UID:46206-1623151800-1623159000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Building Electrification: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Electrification is a rapidly growing field\, changing the way we monitor\, consume and understand energy. This shift is impacting both our buildings and the transportation sector and will continue to be a growth area in the future. Learn how electrification is improving the energy performance of buildings as well as how transportation electrification is shaping the way that the world moves and fuels up. This seminar will cover current and emerging trends\, specific projects in Austin and how we can prepare for its future expansion.\n\n \n\nSpeakers\n\nAlexi Miller\, Associate Technical Director\, New Buildings Institute (NBI)\nScott Hinson\, Chief Technology Officer\, Pecan Street\nCaitlin Bullock\, Contractor\, Austin Energy\nNathan Richardson\, Contractor\, Austin Energy\n\n\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n \nRSVP for more details and registration.\n\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW\, GBCI CE Hours\, and AICP CM Credits. Certificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/building-electrification-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210511T140000
DTSTAMP:20210506T145250Z
CREATED:20210506T145208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210506T145250Z
UID:46092-1620736200-1620741600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Healthy Indoor Environment Strategies
DESCRIPTION:As the community considers expanding its return to buildings\, this seminar will discuss strategies to maximize safety\, health and wellbeing in shared indoor environments. Our panel will help make sense of some of the seemingly ‘miracle’ solutions now marketed to building designers\, maintenance staff and homeowners\, while empowering attendees to make well-informed decisions and avoid scams.\n\n \nSpeakers\nAdele Houghton\, President\, Biositu\nMarwa Zaatari\, Partner\, D ZINE Partners\nTristan Roberts\, Director Technical and Educational Programs\, Health Product Declaration Collaborative\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \nClick here for more details and registration.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-healthy-indoor-environment-strategies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210413T133000
DTSTAMP:20210407T181807Z
CREATED:20210407T181717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210407T181807Z
UID:45868-1618313400-1618320600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Indoor Air Quality & Health: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:How healthy is the air inside our buildings? The recent pandemic has focused public attention on indoor air quality (IAQ)\, ventilation and human health while using buildings.\n\n \nAttendees at this seminar will learn about the variety of ways to achieve good indoor air quality in buildings and why that is important for human health. We will also discuss the role of ventilation and air handling equipment in IAQ\, using timely examples from those who are preparing buildings for re-entry.\n\n \nSpeakers\nMegan McNulty\, Project Engineer\, Servidyne\nRandy Schrecengost\, Senior Project Manager\, Stanley\nVivek Abichandani\, Vice President of Facilities\, Energy\, and Sustainability\, Alamo Drafthouse Cinema\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \nRSVP for more details and registration. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/indoor-air-quality-health-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210323T133000
DTSTAMP:20210317T210924Z
CREATED:20210317T210554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210317T210924Z
UID:45686-1616499000-1616506200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Sustainability at the Airport: Professional Development Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Over its 21-year operation\, Austin-Bergstrom International Airport (AUS) has grown substantially. The number of passengers has tripled during that time\, with significant further growth expected over the next 20 years. As part of this growth and expansion\, AUS has prioritized sustainability\, incorporating it into capital and operations improvements\, and reducing the carbon footprint of the facility.\n\n \n\nThis seminar will include speakers instrumental in the planning\, design and installations at the airport and will include on-the-ground footage of the buildings and systems that make the airport sustainable.\n\n \n\nThrough on-site video highlights and panel discussion\, participants will get a behind the scenes look at what “takes off” at AUS\, including: \n— LEED Gold Terminal Expansion\n— Community Solar installation atop the Blue Garage\n— Baggage cart and fleet electrification\n— New EV fast chargers\n\n\n \n\nSpeakers\n— David Lynch\, AIA\, RID\, LEED AP\, Principal\, Gensler\n— Vineta Clegg\, RIAI\, Senior Associate\, Gensler\n— Ellen Brunjes-Bandt\, Project Manager\, Planning and Development\, AUS\n— Tim Harvey\, Manager\, Austin Energy Customer Renewable Solutions\n— Cameron Freberg\, Utility Strategist\, Austin Energy Electric Vehicles and Emerging Technologies\n— Kane Carpenter\, Environmental Manager\, City of Austin Department of Aviation\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \n\nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Zoom. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \n\nClick the RSVP button here for more details and registration. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/sustainability-at-the-airport-professional-development-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210309T133000
DTSTAMP:20210303T154938Z
CREATED:20210303T154818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210303T154938Z
UID:45621-1615289400-1615296600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Engaging Community for Equitable Development
DESCRIPTION:Intentional community engagement during project development assists in ensuring and maintaining equity\, creating sustainable places for all. Incorporating a wider share of community voice and building allies via community engagement can help achieve more equitable outcomes. Through real-world success stories\, this seminar will provide ways to effectively engage diverse community members\, bringing about positive momentum and impactful solutions while advancing equity measures during the development process.\n\n \n\nSpeakers\n\nDr. Kazique Prince\, CEO\, Jelani Consulting\, LLC\nMonica Guzmán\, Policy Director\, Go! Austin/Vamos! Austin (GAVA)\nJay Hailey\, Founding Director and Treasurer\, EquidadATX\nDr. Laura Cortez\, CEO\, Cortez Consulting\nSean Garretson\, President\, Pegasus Planning and Development\nMandy Lee\, Program Manager\, NAACP\, Centering Equity in the Sustainable Building Sector (CESBS)\nNelson Linder\, President\, NAACP\, Austin Chapter\n\n\n\n \nThis professional development seminar is a collaboration with ULI Austin and will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Zoom. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \n\nClick the RSVP button for more details and registration.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/engaging-community-for-equitable-development/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210112T133000
DTSTAMP:20210105T195404Z
CREATED:20210105T195224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20210105T195404Z
UID:45334-1610451000-1610458200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Infrastructure and Public Health: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:In recent months\, the pandemic has renewed the emphasis on public infrastructure and community-generated ideas that help improve health and safety. Businesses\, organizations\, and cities are responding with new initiatives and projects.\n \n\n\nJoin us to hear more about the improvements in city infrastructure and community programs that focus on supporting the well-being of those affected most by the pandemic. Speakers will also discuss the City’s efforts to optimize healthy and sustainable transportation to ensure safety and wellness post-pandemic\, including Proposition B and Healthy Streets.\n \n\n\nSpeakers\nLaura Dierenfield\, Active Transportation Program Manager\, Austin Transportation Department\nAnna Martin\, Assistant Director\, Austin Transportation Department\nKyandra Noble\, Founder\, Austin Free Fridge Project\n\n \n\nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \n\nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n \n\nClick the RSVP button here for more details and registration.\n\n \n\nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW\, GBCI CE Hours\, WELL CE Credits\, and AICP CM Credits.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/infrastructure-and-public-health-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201208T110000
DTSTAMP:20201124T183339Z
CREATED:20201124T183203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20201124T183339Z
UID:45187-1607419800-1607425200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Building Materials: health\, equity and environment
DESCRIPTION:Three local industry experts will interview three guests they have invited for insights into their experiences transforming the field of building materials. The discussion will contextualize local goals around ingredient transparency\, carbon and equity. The information will equip listeners with the latest information and inspire attendees to ask the right questions about the materials they are specifying and using. This event offers an opportunity to discover more about this dynamic field through a series of conversations. The webinar will conclude with time for audience questions.\n \n\n \nConversations\n \nMaterial Ingredient Transparency\nGail Vittori\, Co-Director\, Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems\nRobin Guenther\, Principal\, Health\, Perkins & Will\n\n \nLow-carbon Structural Materials\nDirk Kestner\, Principal Director of Sustainable Design\, Walter P. Moore\nKate Simonen\, executive director\, Carbon Leadership Forum and Chair of the Department of Architecture\, University of Washington\n\n \nAn Equity Lens on Building Materials\nPhoebe Romero\, Environmental Program Coordinator\, Office of Sustainability\, City of Austin\nYure Suarez\, Sustainable Building Advisor\, Perkins & Will\n\n \nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n \n\nClick the RSVP button for more details and registration.\n\n \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW\, GBCI CE Hours\, WELL CE Credits\, and AICP CM Credits.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/building-materials-health-equity-and-environment/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20201013T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20201013T133000
DTSTAMP:20200917T170311Z
CREATED:20200917T164719Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200917T170311Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Permitting and Development Center Tour
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a virtual tour of the City of Austin’s Permitting and Development Center\, which recently relocated to a new building in the Highland redevelopment. The Center’s new home is situated in the heart of a walkable\, transit-friendly mixed-use neighborhood that has emerged from the site of the former Highland Mall.\n\n \n\nThe design and construction team will share their insights on how they worked towards meeting sustainability and wellness measures included in the Austin Energy Green Building rating and WELL certification. The team will also discuss strategies such as black-water reclamation and life cycle analysis.\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\n\nRodney Gonzales\, Assistant City Manager\, City of Austin\nMatt Whelan\, Principal\, RedLeaf Properties\nDenise Lucas\, Director Development Services\, City of Austin\nAndy Moore\, P3 Program Manager\, City of Austin\nSandrine Hitchcock\, Associate\, Gensler\nEric Lohan\, Director of Technology\, Sustainable Water\nDirk Kestner\, Principal Director of Sustainable Design\, Walter P Moore\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\nTechnology Requirements\n \nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick the RSVP button for more details and registration. \n \n\n\n\nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, AICP CM Credits\, GBCI\, SITES\, and  WELL CE Hours.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-permitting-and-development-center-tour/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200927T160000
DTSTAMP:20200827T164119Z
CREATED:20200826T175955Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200827T164119Z
UID:44612-1601215200-1601222400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Cool House Tour 2020
DESCRIPTION:Join us online for the 24th annual Cool House Tour! This year’s first-ever virtual tour features an urban accessory dwelling\, a rural homestead\, and an affordable multifamily community. These three properties showcase:\n\n\nValue-driven decisions\nClimate responsive design\nFire-wise construction and landscaping\nHealthy material selections\nEnergy efficiency strategies\nWater-saving methods\nRenewable energy options and more\n\nThe tour will highlight the homes and the teams that made them possible\, featuring opportunities to engage with owners\, architects and contractors.\n\n\n\n  \nHelp Shape the Experience\nPurchase tickets now and get your questions ready! We look forward to having you join us and welcome your input as we start to shape the conversation.\n\nSubmit questions in advance or during the discussion\nShare your experience on social media!  #coolhousetour\n\n\n\nAll ticket holders will also receive a link and password to access the recorded event afterward.\n\nAIA\, GBCI and AICP continuing education credits are available for this event. Purchase a Continuing Education ticket to receive a certificate. Choose to view live for credit or watch later and take a CEU quiz. \n\n\n\nThe Cool House Tour is co-produced by Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB) and  Texas Solar Energy Society (TXSES). All proceeds benefit TXSES.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/cool-house-tour-2020/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Important City Meeting
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200818T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200818T210000
DTSTAMP:20200729T224636Z
CREATED:20200729T224636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T224636Z
UID:44425-1597777200-1597784400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green By Design - Session 3
DESCRIPTION:Green By Design is now online! Learn how to build\, remodel or buy a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The workshop provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Course materials provided. \nDate: August 4\, 11 and 18\, 2020\nSession 1: Green Planning and Design\nSession 2: Green Materials and Landscaping\nSession 3: Green Home Systems \nTime: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nLocation: Attend new live online sessions for free. Advance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password. \nSession 3 | Green Home Systems\n\nDesigning and right-sizing mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency\nComparing high efficiency lighting and appliances\nSelecting venting\, water heating\, and plumbing systems\nExploring zero-energy capable home features and strategies
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-session-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T210000
DTSTAMP:20200729T224250Z
CREATED:20200729T224250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T224250Z
UID:44423-1597172400-1597179600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green By Design - Session 2
DESCRIPTION:Green By Design is now online! Learn how to build\, remodel or buy a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The workshop provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Course materials provided. \nDate: August 4\, 11 and 18\, 2020\nSession 1: Green Planning and Design\nSession 2: Green Materials and Landscaping\nSession 3: Green Home Systems \nTime: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 p.m. \nLocation: Attend new live online sessions for free. Advance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password. \nSession 2 | Green Materials and Landscaping\n\nDesigning homes that are material and resource efficient\nSelecting material choices that are healthier and safer\nMaking informed decisions when choosing materials\nUnderstanding responsible landscaping features and strategies
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-session-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200811T133000
DTSTAMP:20200729T225149Z
CREATED:20200729T225059Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200729T225149Z
UID:44426-1597145400-1597152600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Transportation
DESCRIPTION:A range of forward-looking transportation planning initiatives are underway in the Austin area. With a focus on equity \, organizations like Capital Metro\, Capital Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (CAMPO) and the City of Austin are working to serve the city’s diverse population-improving mobility\, infrastructure and air quality\, while decreasing greenhouse gas emissions. Attend this webinar to learn how initiatives like the Transportation Improvement Program (TIP)\, the Austin Strategic Mobility Plan (ASMP) and Project Connect aim to help achieve these goals.\n \n\nSpeakers\nDoise Miers\, Community Outreach Manager\,  CAMPO\nDaniel Brooks\, Transportation Planner III\, City of Austin\nRandy Clarke\, President & CEO\, Capital Metro\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\n \nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-transportation/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building,Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200804T210000
DTSTAMP:20200722T195430Z
CREATED:20200722T195430Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200722T195430Z
UID:44355-1596567600-1596574800@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green By Design: Green Planning & Design
DESCRIPTION:Green By Design is now online! Learn how to build\, remodel or buy a green home to improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort and reduce maintenance. Austin Energy Green Building team members will provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices including guidance on selecting materials with health in mind. The webinar series provides a choice of topics based on your green building needs and interests.\n \n\nDates: August 4\, 11 and 18\, 2020\nSession 1: Green Planning and Design\nSession 2: Green Materials and Landscaping\nSession 3: Green Home Systems\nAttend new live online sessions for free. Advance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-planning-design/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Class/Skill-Building
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200714T133000
DTSTAMP:20200710T003020Z
CREATED:20200710T003020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200710T003020Z
UID:44050-1594726200-1594733400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Webinar: Emerging Technologies
DESCRIPTION:Technology is rapidly changing in the energy industry. One of the largest catalysts of that change is transportation. Learn how transportation electrification is shaping the way that the world moves and fuels up.\n \n\nThis seminar will cover current and emerging technologies in transportation electrification\, specific projects in Austin\, and how we can prepare for this shift to continue in the future.\n \n\nSpeakers:\n-Cameron Freberg\, Utility Strategist\, Austin Energy\n-Zach Baumer\, Climate Protection Manager\, City of Austin\n\nAttendance Details\n-Seminar is open to building professionals and other invited guests\n-RSVP is recommended to receive webinar instructions and unique password: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eh390vnxaef22a9d&oseq=&c=&ch=
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/webinar-emerging-technologies/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200609T133000
DTSTAMP:20200527T181035Z
CREATED:20200527T180907Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200527T181035Z
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SUMMARY:Wood Innovations: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:Wood is one of the oldest building materials. For hundreds of years\, the harvesting\, supply and trading of wood has created industry and economic opportunity. Throughout history\, the sustainability of the wood supply has also presented challenges. This seminar will examine the evolution of sustainable harvesting\, forest management and the legal supply of wood to building construction. The session will also explore the newest in engineered wood building products.\n \n\nSpeakers\n\n\nTodd Wascher\, AIA\, Associate Partner\, Lake Flato \nSherry Mundell\, P.E.\, Regional Director Project Support Field Division\, WoodWorks – Wood Products Council \nJason Grant\, Manager – Corporate Engagement\, Forests – World Wildlife Fund \n  \n\n\nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar.\nTechnology Requirements\n \n\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees.\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick the RSVP button here for more details and registration. \n\n\n\n\n\nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, GBCI CE Hours and AICP CM Credits.\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/wood-innovations-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200512T133000
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Regional Resiliency
DESCRIPTION:Texas communities are looking at comprehensive and holistic resiliency plans to lessen impacts and reduce recovery time from shocks and stressors. This seminar will identify major risks and review plans towards preparedness. Speakers will discuss planning efforts for resilient frameworks\, networks\, hubs and research. Details about Texas Metro Observatory and Planet Texas 2050 – Bridging Barriers research will be also be presented. \n  \nSpeakers \nSteven Richter\, Graduate Research Assistant\, University of Texas School of Architecture \nJuliana M. Felkner\, Assistant Professor\, Bridging Barriers Researcher – Planet Texas 2050\, University of Texas at Austin\, School of Architecture \nMarc Coudert\, Environmental Program Manager\, Office of Sustainability\, City of Austin \n\n\nThis professional development seminar will be hosted as a live webinar. \n  \nTechnology Requirements \nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nRSVP here. \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, GBCI CE Hours\, SITES and AICP CM Credits. \n\nCertificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-regional-resiliency/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200414T133000
DTSTAMP:20200331T213230Z
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SUMMARY:Grid Connections: An Austin Energy Green Building Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Looking at the City of Austin’s net zero carbon goals\, there is an opportunity for buildings to better integrate and communicate with the electric grid. From storage to demand response and smart inverters\, this seminar will provide an overview of the current research and opportunities for grid friendly building practices. Speakers will cover lessons learned from Austin Energy’s SHINE’s grant work and explore the GridOptimal Buildings Initiative that will develop metrics by which building features and operating characteristics that support more effective grid operation can be measured and quantified. \nDate: April 14\, 2020 \nTime: 11:30 a.m. – 1:30 p.m. \nLocation: \nThis seminar will be hosted as a live webinar. \nRegistration: Register online \nSpeakers: \n\nKurt Stogdill\, Green Building and Sustainability Manager\, Austin Energy\nAlexi Miller\, Senior Project Manager\, New Buildings Institute\nScott Hinson\, Chief Technical Officer\, Pecan Street\, Inc.\n\nTechnology Requirements\nThe webinar will be hosted using Cisco WebEx. No software is necessary to join the meeting. Additional details on how to join will be sent to registered attendees. \nAttendance Details\n\nSeminar is open to building professionals and other invited guests\nRSVP is recommended\n\nContinuing Education Credits\n\nThis seminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, GBCI CE Hours for LEED professionals\, and AICP CM Credits\nAustin Energy Green Building will provide certificates of completion for self-reporting\nCertificate will list course description/number\nAll certificates will be emailed\n\n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/grid-connections-an-austin-energy-green-building-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Lecture/Guest Speaker
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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