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8:30-10am |
LEED for Homes, Nancy St. Hilaire
This presentation will discuss the recent rollout of the LEED for Homes certification program and LEED v.3, requirements, case studies, and process for certification.
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8:30-10am |
Kung Fu Architecture Ben Leigh, The Sustainability Institute
Learn to recognize the obvious; the simple, and affordable methods for reducing energy use beyond just changing your light bulbs. This workshop focuses on the core of energy use and will showcase practical methods for reducing bills- things you can do when you get home that night. Unlike other workshops, this one will also focus on cost. Conservation also entails finding the most cost effective way to go green.
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8:30-10:00am |
Jobsite Deconstruction Rebecca O'Brien, Sustainable Deconstruction
This workshop will discover and explore the principles of deconstruction, how to use them in building, renovation. The workshop will walk through step by step of a deconstruction project, the good, bad and ugly, including how the deconstruction process is not for every project but can be adjusted to most all projects. From trials and tribulations - this workshop is not to be missed! |
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10:30-12:00pm |
Solar Energy in South Carolina Dave Sailor, Argand Energy Solutions
This workshop will cover the latest technologies of solar PV & solar thermal systems including models, mounting, collectors and applicable uses as well as information on payback, State and Federal incentives.
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10:30-12:00pm |
Green Roof Systems, Emilio Ancaya, Living Roofs Inc.
Attendees of the Green Roof Workshop will learn about the history, assembly, costs, and benefits of all types of green roof systems with a special focus on Southeastern climates. |
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10:30-12:00pm |
Managing LEED Documentation for Commercial Projects Joel McKellar, LS3P
This presentation will be discussing strategies for performing LEED documentation of all types and the potential costs associated with these services. Typcial credit assignments, a walk-through of the LEED online system, and anecdotes from past projects will also be included. Ample time will be allotted for questions and answers so everyone, from the novice to the expert, can learn from this workshop. |
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10:30-12:00pm |
Moisture, Crawl Spaces & Attics Jim Clark, Environmental Solutions & Services
Moisture intrusion is one of the biggest threats to homes in our area. This workshop will cover all of the needs-to-know of "bottom to top" moisture issues and challenges found in residential homes in our climate. Topics such as best practices for dealing with crawlspace moisture, common indoor air quality issues, proper air conditioning and ventilation techniques, and mold and bacteria as it relates to moisture intrusion will all be covered. |
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10:30-12:00pm |
Neighborhood Planning & Implementation Elias Deeb, LEED AP, The Noisette Company
This presentation will use Oak Terrace Preserve as a case study to provide the perspectives of the local government, developer, engineer, homeowners, and science community in the implementation of LID practices along the Southeast coast. This discussion will include the partnership between the developer and local government, overview of LID design and installation, discussion of economic constraints, lessons learned in the construction and installation of the LID practices, homeowner perceptions, and future needs for LID implementation along the Southeast coast. |
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10:30-12:00pm |
The Building Envelope: A Comparison of Structural Insulated Panels & Insulated Concrete Forms to Traditional "Stick" Framing, David Hill, The Verdi Company
Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS) are a wood and foam composite panel building system that is strong, quick to erect and very well insulated and sealed. As an alternative to stick framing, SIPS can be cost effective when all factors are taken into consideration. This presentation will look at the materials, assembly, cost factors and performance of these two systems, including a comparison of Insulated Concrete Forms (ICFs) to provide information on which approach delivers the most Green "bang for the buck"
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12:00-2:00pm |
Lunch, Tours & Expo
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12:00-2:00pm |
Lunch, Tours & Expo
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2:00-3:30pm |
Home Energy Rating Systems (HERS): A Tool For Achieving Higher Value for Your Clients Ben Leigh
The Home Energy Rating is a certified Home Energy Rating System assessment that scientificiallyidentifys areas of leakage and energy loss. Information on blower door and duct blaster tests, energy conservation, energy modeling and baseline assessments will be covered.
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2:00-3:30pm |
H2O Rain Gardens & Rain Water Harvesting, Simple Solutions with a Global Impact, Mark Robertson
This presentation is divided into two main areas: first is a discussion of the issue of water and its importance to our communities; second it describes two primary opportunities to help conserve water, manage stormwater and reduce runoff effects. It describes the components of a rainwater system and how they are assembled as well as presents a number of projects from across the country which illustrate the variable aesthetics that can be achieved.
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2:00-3:30pm |
Greening Historic Structures Meadors Construction, Becky Fenno & James Meadors
Charleston is widely know for its historic buildings, accounting for as much as 75 percent of building structures on the penisula. This presentation will discuss how to find a balance between preservation of our historic buildings and concepts of sustainability. Several exciting case studies will be examined and best practices for greening historic structures will be discussed. |
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2:00-3:30pm |
Financing for Green Projects, Gary Harwyn
Learn the latest green mortgage finance options available in the residential sector. Topics will include the Energy Efficient Mortgage, as well as in depth discussion on myEnergyLoan, the nation’s leading green mortgage program. The myEnergyLoan program helps homeowner’s save on interest rates and closing costs when buying, building, renovating, or selling an energy efficient home. Learn the benefits of a HERS or Energy Audit to help build/renovate green and save money on your green mortgage.
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2:00-3:30pm |
Beyond the Building Wall - Green Infrastructure, Mark Robertson, LEED AP
An overview of alternative design and management tools to reduce the impacts of development in the modern world. I will discuss topics such as living roofs, green walls, stormwater management alternatives, native plants, rainwater harvesting and similar.
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2:00-3:30pm |
LEED Neighborhood Development (ND) & The Navy Yard Case Study: Creating High Performance Communities for the Next Generation Jeff Baxter, LEED AP
This presentation will cover key concepts of the LEED for Neighborhood Development (ND) program using the Navy Yard at Noisette as the case study. The Navy Yard at Noisette is a sustainable, high density, urban redevelopment project located at the site of the original Charleston Naval Base in the City of North Charleston
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4:00-5:30pm |
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