There's one additional event I'd like to highlight for all to consider. This one is being put on by the U.S. Green Building Council's (USGBC) Chicago chapter, and it's a panel discussion on ways to encourage sustainable housing. So if you've been interested in learning more about what 'green building' is all about, here's your chance to hear from the experts.
Event summary:
The USGBC - Chicago Chapter and the NIHBA are hosting a special event that features an open forum to explore the methods, programs, organizations, and resources available to encourage sustainable housing. This event is being held in Chicago on Thursday evening and in Lisle on Friday morning. The program will be the same with the intent on giving attendees in the Chicagoland area an opportunity to attend at the venue that is most conveniently located.
The panel features members from USGBC (Mike Holcomb), NAHB (Bill Styczynski), Energy Star (Jim Cavallo), and Chicago Green Home Program and will be moderated by Jim Hackler.
The main topics of discussion will be:
Understanding the variety of approaches to sustainable housing.
Fostering cooperation and education among the different groups advocating green homes.
Removing market barriers and increasing demand for sustainable housing.
The forum is not an endorsement of a single approach - but it's hoped will lead to an including strategy to bring more sustainable housing to the Chicago area. The moderator, Jim Hackler, brings a balanced approach to the discussion as a journalist covering environmental issues for GreenBuilder, Natural Home, and Delta's Sky magazines. He also has served as the head of two of the country's leading green building initiatives (USGBC's LEED for Homes and the Greater Atlanta HBA's EarthCraft House).
A breakfast buffet will be served.
When
Friday, May 23, 2008 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM
Where
Hyatt Lisle
1400 Corporetum Drive
Lisle, Illinois 60532
630-852-1234
Event Registration
Member: $40.00
Discounted Price $30.00 If Registered By Monday, May 19, 2008
Refund Policy: No Refunds
Non-Member: $50.00
Discounted Price: $40.00 If Registered By Monday, May 19, 2008
Refund Policy: No Refunds
For more details, or to register: USGBC - Chicago Chapter
This one is on my calendar, so if you'd like to know more about the world of sustainable housing and green building, I'll see you there.
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- is born of the desire to facilitate the connection of and interaction among the incredible individuals and activities within the sustainable business community in the suburban Chicago area. The Suburban Sustainable Network was founded by, and is facilitated by, Shawn Stahmer. Shawn also runs Third I Solutions, a small business consulting firm providing business planning services to organizations that offer sustainable products or services. The mission is to help those who are passionate about making a difference make more of a difference.
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