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SUMMARY:Celebration and Tour of Texas Mutual and Branch Park: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\n\nCelebrate the Texas Mutual Insurance Company’s Consolidated Headquarters achievement of an AEGB 4-Star rating and LEED Gold certification and tour the building to learn how the project team incorporated sustainability and wellness features. Afterward\, join the speakers on a tour of adjacent Branch Park to learn how they implemented SITES certification standards.\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here. \nCelebration Speakers\n\nDeborah Kimberly\, VP\, Customer Energy Solutions and Corporate Communications\nMike Barron\, SVP & CFO\, Texas Mutual Insurance Company\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTour Presenters\n\nUmesh Arte\, OLA\, a Studio8 Architects Company\nBen Grant\, Square One Consultants\nFernando Chada\, Harvey-Cleary\nLaura Thompson Maddox\, WPS\nMeredith Bosque\, WPS\nMatt Dawson\, TBG\nZahara Durran\, Interior Gardens\nMegan Rangel\, Studio8\nDarren Schieffer\, TXM\nClaire Hempel\, Design Workshop\nEmily Risinger\, Design Workshop\nDoug Becker\, Lawrence Group\nSteven Spears\, Momark Development
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/celebration-and-tour-of-texas-mutual-and-branch-park-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Texas Mutual Insurance Company\, 2200 Aldrich Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190409T183000
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SUMMARY:Community First Village Tour: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nCome tour Community First Village\, an expanding development of supportive housing in east Austin that was created by Mobile Loaves & Fishes. \nLearn how the post-occupancy evaluation of homes designed through the AIA Austin Design Voice Tiny Victories competition will inform Phase II. Hear how McKinney York Architects used passive design principles to create an award-winning micro home. Explore the homes and community of this transformative landscape. \nPLEASE RESERVE YOUR SPOT HERE: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg2b0j6t3f03b0e0&oseq=&c=&ch= \nSpeakers:\nAlan Graham\, CEO\, Mobile Loaves & Fishes\nShelby Blessing\, AIA\, Associate / Design Architect\, Page\nCarrie Waller\, AIA\, Architect\, Gensler\nHeather McKinney\, FAIA\, LEED AP BD + C\, Principal\, McKinney York Architects\nAaron Taylor\, AIA\, Associate\, McKinney York Architects
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/community-first-village-tour-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Community First Village\, 9301 Hog Eye Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78724\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190314T143000
DTSTAMP:20190213T045156Z
CREATED:20190213T045156Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190213T045156Z
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SUMMARY:Green Building For Site Superintendents
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nIn collaboration with the Home Builders Association of Greater Austin\, we’re offering a brand new course for residential site superintendents and subcontractors. Come and learn about the:\n\nAustin Energy Green Building rating process – basic & optional requirements for rating levels\n\nSite superintendent’s role in green building\n\nPreparation for rough and final inspections\nCommon failures and tips for working with subcontractors\n\nYou can get your ticket here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-building-for-site-superintendents/
LOCATION:Home Builders Association of Greater Austin\, 8140 Exchange Drive\, Austin\, TX\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190312T133000
DTSTAMP:20190226T203023Z
CREATED:20190226T203023Z
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SUMMARY:Biophilic Design: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nWhat is biophilic design?\nIt celebrates the natural environment by intentionally incorporating elements from nature into the built environment. Designers and medical professionals have found that biophilic buildings create spaces in which people are happier\, healthier and more productive. \nGet inspiration and practical design guidelines from Amanda Sturgeon\, a celebrated international biophilic design expert who was named one of the top 10 most powerful women in sustainability in 2015 as a recipient of the Women in Sustainability Leadership Award. \nSturgeon\, who is with International Living Future Institute\, will be presenting at SXSW\, so it’s a treat for us to have her speak at our event! \nPLEASE RSVP HERE: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07eg2a8hf7752305bd&oseq=&c=&ch= \nThis seminar will fill up so save your spot now!
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/biophilic-design-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190226T210000
DTSTAMP:20190219T212625Z
CREATED:20190102T040209Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Green Home Systems
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \nSession 1 | Planning and Designing a Green Home\nSession 2 | Green Materials\, Products and Landscaping\nSession 3 | Green Home Systems \nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nLearn more about the sessions and reserve your spot here: https://greenbuilding.austinenergy.com/aegb/news/green-by-design-2019-session-i
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-home-systems-2/
LOCATION:Norris Conference Center\, 2525 W Anderson Lane #365\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.3558555;-97.7338365
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190219T210000
DTSTAMP:20190219T212540Z
CREATED:20190102T035619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190219T212540Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Green Materials\, Products\, and Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \nSession 1 | Planning and Designing a Green Home\nSession 2 | Green Materials\, Products and Landscaping\nSession 3 | Green Home Systems \nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nLearn more about the sessions and reserve your spot here: https://greenbuilding.austinenergy.com/aegb/news/green-by-design-2019-session-i
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-materials-landscaping/
LOCATION:Norris Conference Center\, 2525 W Anderson Lane #365\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.3558555;-97.7338365
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T210000
DTSTAMP:20190102T041129Z
CREATED:20190102T035111Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190102T041129Z
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SUMMARY:Green By Design: Planning and Designing A Green Home
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \nSession 1 | Planning and Designing a Green Home\nSession 2 | Green Materials\, Products and Landscaping\nSession 3 | Green Home Systems \nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nLearn more about the sessions and reserve your spot here: https://greenbuilding.austinenergy.com/aegb/news/green-by-design-2019-session-i
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-energy-green-building-planning-and-designing-a-green-home/
LOCATION:Norris Conference Center\, 2525 W Anderson Lane #365\, Austin\, TX\, 78757\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.3558555;-97.7338365
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190212T133000
DTSTAMP:20190206T045855Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190206T045855Z
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SUMMARY:Landscape Ecology: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nThoughtful landscape design goes beyond designing for beauty. Small site landscapes and open space regional designs can create multi-functional green spaces that restore ecosystems\, protect natural resources and increase community resiliency in the face of droughts\, floods and other challenges. \nLearn how integrated landscape design can help preserve Austin’s wildlife\, air and water quality\, culture and more. \nSpeakers\nKatie Coyne\, Senior Planner and Ecologist\, Asakura Robinson\nAmy Belaire\, Austin Urban Conservation Scientist and Program Manager\, The Nature Conservancy\nDanielle Pieranunzi\, Program Specialist for the SITES Rating System\, Green Business Certification\, Inc. (GBCI) \nPlease make sure you REGISTER here: https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07efw84topa9fb85c7&oseq=&c=&ch= \nSeminar is approved for AIA Learning Units\, AICP CM Credits\, GBCI CE Hours for LEED AP and SITES AP. Certificates of completion are provided for self-reporting.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/landscape-ecology-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190108T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190108T133000
DTSTAMP:20190101T231832Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20190101T231832Z
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SUMMARY:Mobility Revolution
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nAustin’s rapid growth adds more cars on the road every day. Internal combustion vehicles account for over 30 percent of emissions in the greater Austin area. New initiatives to reduce congestion and emissions are transforming transportation through innovation\, safety and multi-modal methods. Learn how new technologies and emerging trends in transportation merge with policy and infrastructure. \nSpeakers:\n**Tien-Tien Chan\, Program Manager\, Austin Transportation Department\n**Laura Dierenfield\, Program Consultant\, Austin Transportation Department\n**Karl Popham\, Austin Energy Electric Vehicles & Emerging Technologies Manager\, Austin Energy \nREGISTER HERE. \nConsider all multi-modal travel options in your trip planning. The seminar site is served by several CapMetro routes and dedicated bicycle lanes along Barton Springs Road. Bicycle parking is available in the Austin Energy parking garage and free car parking is available at Palmer Events Center. Many restaurants are within walking distance – feel free to bring your lunch.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/mobility-revolution/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181211T133000
DTSTAMP:20181204T212948Z
CREATED:20181127T231649Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181204T212948Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Cultural Preservation
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nSustainability goes beyond high performance buildings – it’s about creating buildings and systems that nurture and support the well-being of the people that inhabit them. In order to achieve these goals\, developers and designers seek to understand and respect the history and culture of the places where they build. This seminar will explore the Six Square district of Austin and examine best practices for working in a cultural district in a way that connects community and honors the past\, present and future of the district.\n\nYou can RSVP here.\n \nSpeakers\nNefertitti Jackmon\, Executive Director\, Six Square – Austin’s Black Cultural District\nDonna D. Carter\, FAIA\, President\, Carter Design Associates\n\nParking update – Please plan to enter and exit Palmer Garage on Barton Springs Road and allow extra time to navigate the roadways. Due to an event at Palmer\, Riverside Drive will be closed from 8:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Dec. 11th. This closure includes entering and exiting the Palmer Garage on the Riverside side. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-cultural-preservation/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181102T183000
DTSTAMP:20181017T172934Z
CREATED:20181017T172531Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181017T172934Z
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SUMMARY:Design Matters Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building and the Austin Community Design and Development Center –\nWhy come to Design Matters? \nEnsuring that economic growth delivers meaningful benefits to people living in disadvantaged communities is one of the central challenges of our time. At the Austin Community Design and Development Center’s Design Matters Forum you will have a chance to hear four luminaries bring their expertise to bear on these vexing questions in a wide-ranging\, reflective\, and thought-provoking conversation. Spanning the domains of community engagement\, community development\, public health\, and sustainable urban land use\, the speakers will engage with each other and with the audience in search of new pathways towards the ultimate goal of building a truly resilient and equitable Austin. \nCome for a stimulating discussion and stay for the community celebration reception sponsored by Austin Energy Green Building! \nWant to be part of the event? Become a Sponsor! Contact us at nicole.joslin@acddc.org to learn more about the sponsorship levels and packages. \nEnjoy an afternoon of community and conversation with Austin’s leaders in health\, place\, and environmental equity. AEGB is sponsoring ACDDC to host this year’s forum of four luminaries discussing community engagement\, sustainable development and public health. Help us envision new pathways forward. Celebrate our collaborations and achievements. More information \n3:00 – 4:30 pm | Equity & Resilience Forum \nBarbara Brown Wilson\, University of Virginia\nMark Rogers\, Guadalupe Neighborhood Development Corporation\nLourdes Rodriguez\, Planet Texas 2050\nAmy Belaire\, The Nature Conservancy \n4:30 – 6:30 pm | AEGB Community Celebration \nNetworking\, Recognition\, Refreshments \nOur annual forum and celebration is open to all and is a free event. One hour USGBC and AIA CEU’s are available for the forum. \nAEGB is underwriting this ACDDC annual fundraiser. ACDDC is a 501c3 non-profit that creates affordable living opportunities through community-engaged design. They envision inclusive and sustainable neighborhoods achieved through an empowered community\, a nurturing built environment\, and supportive policy and regulation. A suggested donation of $35 directly supports their mission. \nStreet\, garage and lot parking only. View map of parking options near the event location. Please consider alternate transportation and ride-sharing. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/design-matters-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Refinery\, 612 Brazos Street\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181016T183000
DTSTAMP:20181009T205659Z
CREATED:20181009T205659Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181009T205659Z
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SUMMARY:Community First Village Tour
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\n\n\n\nCome tour Community First Village\, an expanding development of supportive housing in East Austin. Learn how the post-occupancy evaluation of homes designed through the AIA Austin Design Voice Tiny Victories competition will inform Phase II. Hear how McKinney York Architects used passive design principles to create an award-winning micro home. Explore the homes and community of this transformative landscape.\n\nSpeakers\n\n\nAlan Graham\, CEO\, Mobile Loaves & Fishes\nShelby Blessing\, AIA\, Associate / Design Architect\, Page\nCarrie Waller\, AIA\, Architect\, Gensler\nHeather McKinney\, FAIA\, LEED AP BD + C\, Principal\, McKinney York Architects\nAaron Taylor\, AIA\, Associate\, McKinney York Architects\n\n\nFree parking is available. Wear comfortable tour attire. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nClick here for more details and registration. 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/community-first-village-tour/
LOCATION:Community First Village\, 9301 Hog Eye Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78724\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180911T133000
DTSTAMP:20180829T191508Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180829T191508Z
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SUMMARY:Healthy Communities: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\nThe design of buildings\, neighborhoods and cities offers many opportunities to benefit human health. This seminar will explore design features that foster healthy communities. Speakers will discuss Austin’s Mueller neighborhood\, and the impact of walkable community design on residents’ physical activity and social interactions.\n\n  \nSpeakers\n\nChanam Lee\, PhD\, Professor of Landscape Architecture and\nUrban Planning\, Texas A&M University\n\nXuemei Zhu\, PhD\, Associate Professor of Architecture\, Texas A&M University\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/healthy-communities-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180814T133000
DTSTAMP:20180808T223305Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180808T223305Z
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Urban Wildlife Preservation
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\n\nCurrent development practices and regulations maximize use of land for buildings and related infrastructure\, often at the expense of wildlife. In recent years there has been renewed interest in fostering wildlife diversity in the urban and suburban setting. This seminar will review initiatives that range from backyard wildlife certifications in existing neighborhoods to development and construction practices that create or enhance habitats for a variety of wildlife.\n\n\n\n\n \nSpeaker\nKevin Anderson\, Ph.D.\, Program Coordinator – Center for Environmental Research at Hornsby Bend\, Austin Water\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-urban-wildlife-preservation/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180809T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180809T210000
DTSTAMP:20180711T181215Z
CREATED:20180711T181215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180711T181215Z
UID:37183-1533841200-1533848400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green By Design
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \nSession 1 | Planning and Designing a Green Home \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\nSession 2 | Green Materials\, Products 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\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\nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nTo register click here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design/2018-08-09/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180801T110000
DTSTAMP:20180709T204849Z
CREATED:20180709T204849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180709T204849Z
UID:37142-1533114000-1533121200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Green Leases: The Business Case For High Performing Buildings
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nBrokers and agents are at the core of every real estate transaction\, and now more than ever\, commercial real estate brokers are paying attention to green building practices. From new technology and regulations\, to corporate responsibility and sustainability programs\, demand for increasingly efficient spaces and buildings that achieve designations such as LEED\, Austin Energy Green Building or ENERGY STAR is more than just a trend in commercial real estate; it’s here to stay.\n\nLearn how green/energy efficient buildings are evolving to become the high-performance standard across the commercial and industrial market. Whether you’ve been working with green buildings for decades or you’re just getting started\, this course shows how actual buildings incorporate energy efficiency and sustainability elements and how these play into operational and investment decisions for long-term success and financial gains.\n\nHighlights:\n\n\nmajor drivers for green building demand\nrelevant local energy policies and opportunities\nenergy efficiency & sustainability in traditional leases\ncase studies and resources\n\n\nSponsors \nInstitute for Market Transformation\, ABOR\, Austin Energy Green Building and ECAD\n \nClick the RSVP link here for more details and registration.\nLight breakfast served. This course has been approved for 2 CEUs – TREC #34532\, ABoR #0127.\nAIA and USGBC CEUs are pending.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-leases-the-business-case-for-high-performing-buildings/
LOCATION:Austin Board of REALTORS\, 4800 Spicewood Springs Rd.\, Austin\, TX\, 78759\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.3766535;-97.7632751
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Austin Board of REALTORS 4800 Spicewood Springs Rd. Austin TX 78759 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4800 Spicewood Springs Rd.:geo:-97.7632751,30.3766535
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T203000
DTSTAMP:20180522T212631Z
CREATED:20180522T212631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180522T212631Z
UID:36844-1528826400-1528835400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Resiliency Rivalry
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building and the American Institute of Architects’ (Austin Chapter) Committee on the Environment –\nClimate change is ever more increasingly impacting the frequency and intensity of natural disasters around the world. These disasters are inevitable and they leave people vulnerable for generations to come. \nJoin us for a night of networking and a game of Resiliency Rivalry (our version of Family Feud). Test your knowledge and learn from some of our local experts about climate resilience and what you can do for your community to boost awareness. \nThis event is being held following Austin Energy Green Building’s lunchtime seminar on resiliency on June 12th @ 11:30 am.\nOpen to everyone\, from all backgrounds! You don’t have to be an AIA member to attend. You can RSVP here. \nLet’s make a change together.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/resiliency-rivalry/
LOCATION:AIA Austin\, 801 W 12th St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2758726;-97.7487784
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=AIA Austin 801 W 12th St Austin TX 78701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=801 W 12th St:geo:-97.7487784,30.2758726
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180612T133000
DTSTAMP:20180606T205759Z
CREATED:20180606T205553Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180606T205759Z
UID:36927-1528803000-1528810200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Resilience: Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nFloods\, fire and drought are the most common and costly natural disasters in the United States. Texas leads the nation in severe weather and flooding events. This seminar will explore how the City of Austin addresses resiliency at the community scale and how architects design for resilience at the building level. The Office of Sustainability will discuss planning for the long-term city-wide risks and how measures given in standards such as the RELi Resilience Standard can mitigate them. Architects will present case studies for three projects that weathered the recent record-breaking hurricane and share fantastical resiliency solutions of University of Texas architecture students.\n \n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nMarc Coudert\, Environmental Program Manager\, City of Austin\nMatt Fajkus\, Principal\, Matt Fajkus Architecture & Associate Professor\, UT Austin\nMatt Wallace\, Associate Partner\, Lake|Flato\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/resilience-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180610T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180610T180000
DTSTAMP:20180608T021440Z
CREATED:20180608T021440Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180608T021440Z
UID:36951-1528624800-1528653600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Cool House Tour
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nSolar panels. Geothermal energy. Rain chains. Community gardens. Backyard chicken coops. These are the markings of some of Austin’s most eco-friendly homes… and you can explore them all during the 22nd Cool House Tour on Sunday\, June 10th.The Cool House Tour is an annual self-guided tour produced by Austin Energy Green Building and Texas Solar Energy Society. The tour showcases homes that are designed and built to high standards of energy efficiency\, comfort\, and regional design.  \nInterested in learning how to make your home a little greener? Homeowners and building professionals will be available on the tour to share their experiences in making these sustainable homes a reality. \n\nNot a homeowner\, but on the hunt for a greener place to live? The tour also features new multi-family condo complexes and neighborhoods\, so you can get a sneak peak at the developments in town that are holding themselves to higher environmental standards.\n\nYou can purchase a ticket online here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/cool-house-tour-2/
LOCATION:All over Austin\, Austin\, TX\, 78702\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2603535;-97.7145152
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180508T133000
DTSTAMP:20180425T210421Z
CREATED:20180425T210421Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180425T210421Z
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SUMMARY:Urban Gardens
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\nUrban gardens create great benefits for our community whether they’re in your own backyard or the neighborhood. This seminar explores the value of trees to environmental quality and wildlife as well as provides an overview of Austin’s community garden programs\, initiatives that introduce gardening to young people and sustainable food production. A local non-profit food center and City of Austin speakers will share insights from their programs and examples of how urban gardens contribute to a healthier city.\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.\n\nSpeakers\n\nSari Albornoz\, Grow Local Program Director\, Sustainable Food Center\nEdwin Marty\, Food Policy Program Manager\, Office of Sustainability\nKeith Babberney\, Forester – Community Tree Preservation\, Development Services\nMeredith Gauthier\, Environmental Program Coordinator – Community Garden Program\, Parks and Recreation
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/urban-gardens/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180410T133000
DTSTAMP:20180404T220636Z
CREATED:20180404T220636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180404T220636Z
UID:36283-1523359800-1523367000@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:ATX Skyline Tour
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nFree parking is available at Palmer Events Center! Many restaurants are located nearby. Please bring your lunch. \nRegister \nWe’ll tour the skyline from the balcony at Palmer Event Center. Presentation will be in an adjacent room on the second floor. Downtown Austin Alliance will present development data dating back to 2002 and provide updates on current and future projects. AEGB will discuss downtown construction and density through the lens of sustainability. \nAttendance \nSeminars are open to building professionals and other invited guests. RSVP is encouraged. Seating is on a first-come\, first-serve basis. The seminars are approved for AIA Learning Units and GBCI CE Hours for LEED professionals. Certificates of Completion are provided for self-reporting. \nTo register click here.  
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/atx-skyline-tour/
LOCATION:Palmer Events Center\, 900 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2606481;-97.7529016
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Palmer Events Center 900 Barton Springs Road Austin TX 78704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=900 Barton Springs Road:geo:-97.7529016,30.2606481
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180327T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180327T170000
DTSTAMP:20180307T171019Z
CREATED:20180307T170911Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180307T171019Z
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SUMMARY:UT Health District Tour
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nThe University of Texas at Austin’s Health District is host to one of the most dense and diverse collections of green-certifications in the United States. The UT Austin Office of Sustainability will provide a brief overview of the health district and overlapping sustainability certifications. From there\, attendees will have two tour options:\n \n\n\nUT Austin Landscape Services staff will accompany attendees to the view the Health Transformation Building’s green roof\, then walk along the creek to discuss SITESv2 related elements\n\n\nUT Austin Utilities and Energy Management staff will accompany attendees to visit the PEER-certified Chilling Station 7\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThe tour will conclude with an overview of the Health District’s LEED and AEGB certified teaching hospital\, Dell Seton Medical Center.\n\n \nSpeakers\nUniversity of Texas and Austin Energy Green Building staff\n\n\n \nFollowing the tour\, seminar attendees are invited to join an AEGB and LEED plaque ceremony celebrating multiple sustainability certifications achieved within the health district\, including a 4-Star AEGB rating for the Teaching Hospital.\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.\n\n\nAEGB event update – We now have the ability to check you in digitally!  No need to print tickets\, just provide your name when your arrive and we’ll do the rest. 😉
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/ut-health-district-tour/
LOCATION:University of Texas Health District\, 1700 Red River St\, Austin\, TX\, 78701\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2771495;-97.7332274
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=University of Texas Health District 1700 Red River St Austin TX 78701 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=1700 Red River St:geo:-97.7332274,30.2771495
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180213T133000
DTSTAMP:20180207T185226Z
CREATED:20180207T185144Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180207T185226Z
UID:35792-1518521400-1518528600@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Landscapes and Raingardens
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\n\n\n\nAs Austin becomes increasingly urbanized\, native landscapes are replaced with impervious surfaces that prevent rainwater from soaking into the ground. Raingardens provide an attractive addition to landscapes while helping to conserve water and protect water quality. This seminar will explore best practices and benefits of healthy landscapes. Speakers will ‘give us the dirt’ on the ingredients for a successful rain garden installation. Following the presentations\, join us for short walk down the block to learn about the raingarden installation at nearby One Texas Center.\n\n  \nSpeakers \n\nHeather Venhaus\, Principal\, Regenerative Environmental Design\nSusan Kenzle\, Landscape Architect II\, Watershed Protection\, City of Austin\nTom Franke\, Graduate Engineer B\, Watershed Protection\, City of Austin\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/landscapes-and-raingardens/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Town Lake Center 721 Barton Springs Road Austin TX 78704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=721 Barton Springs Road:geo:-97.7520382,30.2586718
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180116T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180116T133000
DTSTAMP:20180103T012450Z
CREATED:20180103T012450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180103T012450Z
UID:35292-1516102200-1516109400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Dynamic Design
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nIs there a blueprint for a flexible building? This seminar explores designing for a building’s evolution. Using adaptability to drive the design of buildings provides for changes in budgets\, use\, operations\, codes\, technology and ownership over time. Speakers will discuss future-proofing parking garages for auto-less cities and repurposing the historic Seaholm Waterfront Intake Building into a dynamic community asset.\n\nYou can RSVP here.\nSpeakers \nPeter Merwin\, AIA\, Principal\, Gensler\nAmber Branham\, RID\, LEED AP\, IIDA\, Associate\, Gensler\nBrian Ott\, RLA\, Former Interim Executive Director\, The Trail Foundation\nAl Godfrey\, AIA\, Board Member\, The Trail Foundation\nColin Wallis\, CEO\, Austin Parks Foundation\nKim McKnight\, AICP\, CNU-A\, Environmental Conservation Program Manager\, Austin Parks and Recreation Department
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/dynamic-design/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Town Lake Center 721 Barton Springs Road Austin TX 78704 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=721 Barton Springs Road:geo:-97.7520382,30.2586718
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171212T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171212T133000
DTSTAMP:20171206T041030Z
CREATED:20171206T040945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171206T041030Z
UID:35012-1513078200-1513085400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Zero Waste Professional Development Seminar
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\n\nAustin has a goal of Zero Waste by 2040. City departments are collaborating on initiatives to help the community reach this goal of keeping at least 90 percent of discarded materials out of the landfill. This seminar will outline how green building contributes to the zero waste goals and how the city’s zero waste goal affects the local economy. Speakers will also explore the impact zero waste initiatives have on waste material markets.\n\n\n\n\n\nSpeakers\n\nMark Leger\, Project Manager\, Austin Energy Green Building\nMary Petrovich\, Project Coordinator\, Austin Energy Green Building\n\nNatalie Betts\, Program Manager\, Austin Resource Recovery & Economic Development\n\n\n\n\n\nYou can RSVP here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/zero-waste-professional-development-seminar/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171114T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171114T203000
DTSTAMP:20171018T172949Z
CREATED:20171018T172949Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171018T172949Z
UID:34096-1510675200-1510691400@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Annual Sustainability Celebration
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nWe’re celebrating another year of green building in Austin at our annual gathering! Participate in an AEGB advisory forum to discuss accomplishments and future focus initiatives. Attend our VIP reception to enjoy networking opportunities and locally-sourced refreshments. Join us in a public celebration of non-profits that achieve AEGB ratings and Mueller as the world’s largest green neighborhood! \n\nAgenda\n4 pm – 6 pm  Advisory Forum – accomplishments and future focus\n6 pm – 7 pm  VIP Reception – networking and refreshments\n7 pm – 8:30 pm  Public Celebration and Recognition\n                         Mueller LEED ND Gold\n                         Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas 3-Star rating\n\n\nLocation\nBig Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas\nRathgeber Village – 4800 Manor Rd.\, Building K\, Austin\, Texas 78723\n\nRSVP to participate in the Advisory Forum and VIP Reception. Public Celebration is open to all. Please let us know that you’ll be joining us! 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/annual-sustainability-celebration/
LOCATION:Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas\, 4800 Manor Road\, Building K\, Austin\, TX\, 78723\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.296387;-97.689955
X-APPLE-STRUCTURED-LOCATION;VALUE=URI;X-ADDRESS=Big Brothers Big Sisters of Central Texas 4800 Manor Road Building K Austin TX 78723 United States;X-APPLE-RADIUS=500;X-TITLE=4800 Manor Road\, Building K:geo:-97.689955,30.296387
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20171010T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20171010T133000
DTSTAMP:20171004T174946Z
CREATED:20171004T174946Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171004T174946Z
UID:33662-1507635000-1507642200@theaustincommon.com
SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar - Smart Cities
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nAustin’s rapidly growing population means more cars on the road making transportation a key component of a livable city. This seminar addresses how smart cities provide affordable and sustainable mobility. Austin is leading the way by expanding transportation options\, installing an electric vehicle infrastructure\, converting public fleets/buses to electric vehicles and incentivizing shared-use mobility options. \nYou can RSVP here. \n  \n 
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-smart-cities/
LOCATION:Town Lake Center\, 721 Barton Springs Road\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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ORGANIZER;CN="Austin Energy Green Building":MAILTO:greenbuilding@austinenergy.com
GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170922T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170922T180000
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SUMMARY:Professional Development Seminar: Next Generation Green
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\n\n\nBoth sustainably built educational facilities and green building educational curriculum are shaping the next generation. This month’s seminar will explore the interface of the built space as well as how it plays into the student’s educational experience. Speakers will discuss eco-audit programs that turn school campuses into engaging laboratories\, introduce new LEED curriculum for students\, review campus master planning and conduct a walking tour of the St. Edward’s University – John Brooks Williams Natural Sciences Center.\n\n\n\n\n \nSpeakers\n\nChristopher “Kit” Johnson\, AIA / LEED AP bd+c / CNU-A\, Associate Vice President for Master Planning + Construction (University Architect)\, St. Edward’s University\nRichard Kincaid\, M.S.\, M.ED.\, Chief Innovation Officer\, Ecorise\nRichard Grandt\, Associate Principle\, STG Design\nWesley Stidham\, PE\, CxA Principal\, Shah Smith and Associates\, Inc\n\n\nClick the RSVP button here for more details and registration.  \n\nPlease download the parking map and permit before the event.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/professional-development-seminar-next-generation-green/
LOCATION:St. Edward’s University\, 3001 S Congress Ave\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170216T210000
DTSTAMP:20170130T164925Z
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LAST-MODIFIED:20170130T164925Z
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SUMMARY:Green by Design - Green Home Systems
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \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\nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nTo register click here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/green-by-design-green-home-systems/
LOCATION:Austin Energy\, 721 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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GEO:30.2586718;-97.7520382
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20170209T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20170209T210000
DTSTAMP:20170202T205652Z
CREATED:20170130T164628Z
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SUMMARY:Green by Design - Green Materials\, Products\, and Landscaping
DESCRIPTION:From Austin Energy Green Building –\nLearn how to build\, remodel or buy green homes that improve energy and water efficiency\, increase comfort\, and reduce maintenance. The workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are paired with Austin Energy Green Building team members who are available to provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials and light snacks provided. \nSession 2 | Green Materials\, Products 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\nAttend one session or all for only $25. Advance registration is required and deadline is the day before each session. Register as early as possible in order to guarantee your seat in this popular workshop! \nTo register click here.
URL:https://theaustincommon.com/event/austin-energy-green-building-green-materials-products-and-landscaping/
LOCATION:Austin Energy\, 721 Barton Springs Rd\, Austin\, TX\, 78704\, United States
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