The non-profit U.S. Green Building Council of Central Florida will help home owners and builders understand how to successfully conduct green remodeling projects in their homes. The event will be moderated and hosted by the U.S. Green Building Council Central Florida Chapter.
Topics:
- Energy efficiency and conservation strategies
- How to verify green remodeling with a green building rating system
- Explore the return on investment for the improvements
Where:
- OUC Reliable Plaza in downtown Orlando on Tuesday, Feb. 2 from 5:30 p.m. to 7:30 p.m.
Pricing:
- $20 for chapter members
- $30 for guests and non-members
- $10 for students (EGBs)
- Or, $40 (members) and $60 (non-members) for entrance to next three LEED Homes events.
Panelist will include:
- A green home owner who has been through the LEED for Homes process and who will share his green home project experiences with other home owners.
- An architect who has orchestrated green remodeling projects will share his expertise.
- Representatives from Progress Energy and Orlando Utilities Commission will explain how to navigate the tax credits, rebates, off-sets and other financial incentives for going green.
- For Builders who want to start a green remodeling business, an energy rater will explain how he interacts with builders who construct more energy efficient and homes.
- Homeowners will learn there are several Green Building Rating Systems (LEED/ReGreenGuide, NAHB, FGBC, and others) to choose from that guide the process of greening a residential dwelling.
Upcoming LEED for Homes Programs:
- April 13:“Remodeling with Water Conservation In Mind” 5:30-7:30 p.m. Orange County/University of FL IFAS Extension Education Center, 6021 S. Conway Road, Orlando
- June 15: “Remodeling for Better Indoor Environmental Quality,” IKEA, Orlando
- Sept. 14: “Renovation for Solar,” Location TBD
- Nov. 16: Financing, Marketing and Selling Green Homes, Location TBD
Registration:
Please sign up on-line at: http://www.eventbrite.com/event/544118473
The U.S. Green Building Council Central Florida’s LEED for Homes committee promotes smart improvements to homes that are green and cost-effective ways to live better. For further information on green building renovations and sustainable new home construction, visit the USGBC’s www.ReGreenGuide.com or www.GreenHomeGuide.com.