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Seminars Available Each Month

Cool House Tour attendees, 2014. © Sherwin Fields.

Cool House Tour attendees, 2014. ©Sherwin Fields

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Upcoming Events
Date	Event	Info
July 6, 2021	Webinar: Embodied Carbon Matters Between 2020 and 2050, the carbon embodied in building materials is expected to be 49% of the 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. 11:30 a.m. - 1:30 p.m.	Get Details
August 10, 2021	Webinar: Green By Design Session 1 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 workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are hosted by Austin Energy Green Building team members who provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials provided. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	Get details
August 17, 2021	Webinar: Green By Design Session 2 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 workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are hosted by Austin Energy Green Building team members who provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials provided. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	Get details
August 24, 2021	Webinar: Green By Design Session 3 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 workshop is designed to provide a choice of topics based on your green building needs. Sessions are hosted by Austin Energy Green Building team members who provide insight and experience on sustainable building practices. Course materials provided. 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.	Get details
September 14, 2021	Energy Efficiency for Older Homes	Check back for details
October 12, 2021	Real Estate Industry Trends	Check back for details
November 9, 2021	Austin Energy Headquarters Tour	Check back for details
December 14, 2021	Lighting Strategies	Check back for details
January 11, 2022	2021 IECC Code Updates	Check back for details

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Learn and Earn Continuing Education Units

Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB) hosts learning opportunities for the public and building industry professionals. Our monthly seminars are registered with AIA and GBCI for continuing education credits.

We also offer AICP learning units on selected seminars. Other events like Green by Design and the annual Cool House Tour are also eligible for continuing education credit.

Request a Speaker

Would your group like to learn more about green building in Austin? Our team loves to share about the legacy and impact of the nation's first green building rating program and discuss specific sustainability topics. We can come to you.

To request a speaker — please email us and include the following information:

Name of group or event
Desired Date(s) and time
Desired topic

Join our Team

We're a passionate group of building professionals working to solve Austin's sustainability challenges through innovation, policy, and education. All Austin Energy Green Building positions are posted on the City of Austin Career website.