Sessions.The Greenprints 2007 conference featured three tracks that focused on Commercial, Residential and Beyond Building. Additional site sessions will took attendees to project locations to learn about green building techniques, products and challenges. The “Table-talk” luncheon allowed the freedom of less structured discussions and a chance to share ideas on important topics with peers.
Commercial Track. This track focused on some of the most unique challenges facing green building today. Topics included:
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Designing for deconstruction and waste management — cradle to cradle
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Optimizing HVAC— for non-engineers
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Advances in lighting technology — aesthetics and efficiency
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Greening schools and their unique challenges
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Storm water management through green roofs and grey water reuse
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How to Avoid Losing 10 LEED Points – lessons from LEED project management
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Selling green building - strategies you need to pitch green to clients and tenants
Beyond Building Track. This track addressed sustainable development at the site and community levels and the relevance to both residential and commercial sectors. Two hands-on charrettes had participants exploring the real world challenges of greening light commercial and designing innovative green communities. Topics included:
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Greening organizations and corporate social responsibility
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Interiors – product selection and finishes/indoor air quality issues
Site Sessions
Site sessions took attendees on five different tours to experience first hand green building facilities and manufacturers. Sites included:
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Southface Eco Office, a LEED platinum-tracked model commercial building;
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Oakland Park mixed-use condo pursuing LEED, plus EarthCraft House designed for disassembly;
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Seydel EcoManor – LEED for Homes model;
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Toto Facility in Morrow, Georgia;
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17th Street High-rise at Atlantic Station - LEED-CS pilot GOLD pre-certified.
