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| JANUARY 2007 |
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Green Roof Design 101: Introductory Course
Orlando , FL : Jan 21, 2007
www.greenroofs.net/index.php?option=com_content&task=view&id=25&Itemid=39
Presented by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities, this introductory training course on green roof infrastructure design presents many of the tools and techniques needed to meet your green roof project objectives on schedule, to specification, and within budget .
Green Building: The Nuts and Bolts for Contractors
Chicago, IL: Jan 26, 2007
http://info.cnt.org/~annette/CNT%20Update/GCTP.pdf
This Workshop is designed to educate the construction community about green building procedures and strategies, the LEED® rating system and the requirements that need to be met on the construction site and in the office to achieve a certified structure.
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| FEBRUARY 2007 |
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Integrating Environment and Human Health
Washington, DC: Feb 1 - 2, 2007
http://ncseonline.org/2007conference/
Join over 850 scientists, policymakers, businesspeople, and civil society representatives at NCSE's 7th National Conference on Science, Policy and the Environment. The conference is interactive and will address the many essential roles the environment plays on our well-being today, as well as the multi-dimensional relationships between human health and environmental components, which may have far-reaching consequences for society. Join leading scientists, policy makers, educators, and others to develop science-based solutions to protect people and the planet.
Basic Real Estate Development
Tampa, FL: Feb 20 - 21, 2007
www.uli.org/AM/Template.cfm
ULI's workshops provide participants with practical approaches to real estate development and introduce attendees to acknowledged leaders in the field with whom they can share experiences and exchange information. |
| MARCH 2007 |
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Green California Summit and Exposition
Sacramento , CA : Mar 4 - 6, 2007
www.green-technology.org/gcsummit.htm
The first conference dedicated to state and local government efforts to green the Golden State . |
Climate Change: How to Get Your Message Across
London, UK: Mar 7 - 8, 2007
www.ethicalcorp.com/climateforum2007/15
Business has an essential part to play in dealing with climate change, and must responsibly act on this global concern. This leading-edge conference will tackle the issue head on as the first conference to focus exclusively on communicating climate change to consumer stakeholders. |
Building Energy 07: Building for a Changing Climate
Boston , MA : Mar 13 - 15, 2007
http://buildingenergy.nesea.org/
We promise you the best opportunity available to gather and share ideas with the renewable energy and green building professionals who are shaping the Practice of Sustainability . We want you to discover why building for a changing climate matters. We believe that your practice is part of that picture. We've invited thought and practice leaders to inspire, challenge, enlighten, and inform you. We expect you to engage them, and each other, in our common pursuit of sustainability's best practices.
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Sustainable Development: Principles and Practices for Green Communities
Washington, DC: Mar 23 - 23, 2007
www.uli.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Workshops
Sustainable community development is rapidly proving itself as both cost-effective and highly desirable in the marketplace. This newly redesigned ULI workshop will draw on best practices to deliver practical strategies to plan, design, develop, and market community development projects that are both economically viable and environmentally responsible.
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3 rd International Conference on Intelligent Green and Energy Efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo
Beijing , CHINA : Mar 26 - 28, 2007
www.sigbac.com/eng/index.asp
An annual international event of authority, leadership, universality on intelligent and green building
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| APRIL 2007 |
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China Eco Expo
Beijing, China: Apr 4 - 6, 2007
www.ecoexpo.com/
China Eco Expo is a major trade show and conference featuring sustainable technologies, products and programs from around the world. It will be the first event in China specifically dedicated to implementing the full range of environmental goals set out in the new five-year plan.
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Engineering Sustainability
Pittsburgh, PA: Apr 15 - 18, 2007
wwww.engr.pitt.edu/msi/2007conference/confmain.htm
Engineering Sustainability 2007: Innovations that Span Boundaries is a conference that will bring together scientists and engineers from academia, government, industry, and non-profits to share the results of cutting edge research directed at creating a more sustainable built environment.
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Developing Green: Integrating Sustainability with Success
Pittsburgh, PA: Apr 23 - 24, 2007
www.uli.org/AM/Template.cfm?Section=Conferences
This Urban Land Institute conference will ensure that you are up to date on the latest issues surrounding sustainable development. You will see how green can be not just financially feasible but financially preferable. You will learn what makes it work; how it differs from conventional practices; how your business can benefit from it; how you can maximize your profit; and just how easy it is to develop green.
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Green Roofs for Healthy Communities
Minneapolis, MN: Apr 29 – May 2, 2007
http://greenroofs.org/minneapolis/
Co-hosted with the City of Minneapolis , the Conference is organized by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) a not-for-profit industry association working to promote the green roof industry in North America . The two-day conference will consist of plenary and specialized sessions focused on three main topic areas: 1) Policies and Programs to Support Green Roofs, 2) Green Roof Design and Implementation, and 3) Research and Technical Papers on Green Roof Performance.
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| MAY 2007 |
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AIA 2007 National Convention: Growing Beyond Green
San Antonio, TX: May 3 - 5, 2007
www.aia.org/ev_conv_aia_07
From thought-provoking education programs to informal meetings with peers, you'll have access to hundreds of opportunities that increase your knowledge, improve your projects, and help you better serve your clients. The convention theme, Growing Beyond Green, spotlights sustainable design—how you can green your projects, educate your clients, and reduce the impact buildings have on the environment. |
Living Green Expo
St. Paul, MN: May 6 - 7, 2007
www.livinggreen.org/index.cfm
The 2007 Living Green Expo will feature over 200 exhibitors showcasing environmentally sound products, services, and practices. Workshops will feature everything from how to compost and reduce toxicity in your home to using the latest energy-saving technology and cooking with organic, locally grown food.
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| JUNE 2007 |
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International Making Cities Livable Conference on True Urbanism: Designing for Social & Physical Health
Portland, OR: June 10 - 14, 2007
www.livablecities.org/45ConfPortland.htm
Presentation topics include: Principles of true urbanism, Mixed-use urban fabric, Designing for physical health, From commuter suburb to mixed-use neighborhood, Designing for social health, Regional planning for healthy cities, Sustainable development models.
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EECO 2007 Environment + Energy Conference
Toronto, CANADA: June 19 - 20, 2007
wwww.eeco2007.com/
EECO Environment and Energy Conference is a unique event designed to offer valuable insight into the most pressing challenges affecting the future of the Great Lakes Region. Here you will connect with those with the influence and power to create change - and the innovators who are leading the way.
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| July 2007 |
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International Conference on Rebuilding Sustainable Communities in Iraq
Boston, MA: July 23 - 26, 2007
www.cpcs.umb.edu/rsci/index.html
In 2004, the World Bank and the United Nations established the International Reconstruction Fund Facility for Iraq to help “donor nations channel their resources and coordinate their support for reconstruction and development in Iraq .” Similarly, the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) has expressed its commitment to support Iraqis in rebuilding their country by carrying out “programs in education, health care, food security, infrastructure reconstruction, airport and seaport management, economic growth, community development, local governance, and transition initiatives.” The central objective of this conference is to provide an intellectual forum for scholars and practitioners to explore how these tasks could be carried out in a manner that promotes social justice, economic and political sustainability, and full participation of all stakeholders. The outcomes of the conference deliberations should help policy makers to formulate and implement the most appropriate policies as well as embark upon innovative sustainable projects. |
Crime Prevention through Environmental Design
Las Vegas, NV: July 30 – August 1, 2007
www.nicp.net/cpted_300707.htm
The National Institute of Crime Prevention announces the United States Crime Prevention Through Environmental Design Conference (CPTED). Titled "CPTED for the Practitioner" and with speakers from the U.S. , the United Kingdom , and Europe , it is expected to attract participants from around the world. |
| SEPTEMBER 2007 |
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West Coast Green Building Conference + Expo
San Francisco, CA: Sep 20 - 22, 2007
www.westcoastgreen.com
Two hundred fifty exhibitors showcasing the latest in resource-efficiency among a stunning array of green and healthy building products. Over 100 experts and visionary leaders will be presenting their latest developments, insights, and inspiration at the expanding frontiers of the field. |
| OCTOBER 2007 |
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EEBA 25th Anniversary Conference: Excellence in Building
Minneapolis, MN: Oct 9 - 11, 2007
www.eeba.org/conference/
Conference details TBA.
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| NOVEMBER 2007 |
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Greenbuild 2007
Los Angeles, CA: Nov 7 - 9, 2007
www.greenbuildexpo.org
For three days in Los Angeles, 12,000 professionals from every sector of the industry will meet to learn about the latest advancements in the design, construction, operations, and financing of green buildings and communities. Greenbuild is the world's largest conference and expo dedicated to green building, with a vast exhibit hall showcasing leading-edge green technologies and an outstanding educational program covering the full spectrum of issues related to sustainable design. |
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