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Green by Design Webinars

An Austin Energy Green Building Webinar

Webinar Details

Green by Design 2021 Webinar — ©Leonid Furmansky

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.

Date: August 10, 17 and 24, 2021
Session 1: Green Planning and Design
Session 2: Green Materials and Landscaping
Session 3: Green Home Systems

Time: 7:00 p.m. - 9:00 p.m.

Location: Attend live online sessions for free. Advance registration is required to receive webinar access instructions and password.

Registration: Register online

Session 1 | Green Planning and Design

Identifying home design priorities with sustainability concepts in mind
Understanding how sustainability applies to home design
Learning how location, site and climate affect the design of a sustainable home
Choosing your team and rating with Austin Energy Green Building

Session 2 | Green Materials and Landscaping

Designing homes that are material and resource efficient
Selecting material choices that are healthier and safer
Making informed decisions when choosing materials
Understanding responsible landscaping features and strategies

Session 3 | Green Home Systems

Designing and right-sizing mechanical systems for comfort and efficiency
Comparing high efficiency lighting and appliances
Selecting venting, water heating, and plumbing systems
Exploring zero-energy capable home features and strategies

Technology Requirements

The 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.

Attendance Details

Seminar is open to everyone
RSVP is required to receive webinar instructions and password

Continuing Education Credits

This seminar is approved for AIA Learning Units/HSW
Austin Energy Green Building will provide certificates of completion for self-reporting
Certificate will list course description/number
All certificates will be emailed