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The Wisconsin Green Building Alliance's (WGBA) mission is to facilitate and promote the development and use of ecologically sustainable materials and practices within Wisconsin's built environment.
WGBA is an affiliate of the US Green Building Council. Visit the USGBC website for information on national-level news and green building initiatives.
Wisconsin Green Building Alliance provides a variety of resources, including: an annual green building conference, educational forums and site visits to green demonstration projects, a quarterly newsletter and an annual assessment survey to keep abreast of the needs of the industry.
Our calendar will keep you informed of upcoming events.
On this website, you will be able to access a database containing information about green building, a resource directory, with members, services and materials, and case studies showcasing a variety of green building ideas and techniques.
If you are interested in becoming a member, please visit the Join WGBA area for information on the various levels of membership and the benefits that go along with being a member of the Wisconsin Green Building Alliance.
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Calendar
Going Green Presentation Downloads
Thanks to all those who participated in the Going Green Healthcare Symposium held on May 6th. The following presentations are now available for download in PDF format. Check back as more presentations become available:
3A Green Cleaning
3A Alternative Materials
3C Retro-Commissioning
3C Lighting
May 7, 2008, 13:52
Calendar
LEED-NC workshop coming to Green Bay
Are you ready to enter the rapidly growing green building market? Attend the LEED® for New Construction and Major Renovations Technical Review Workshop presented by the U.S. Green Building Council. Gain the knowledge needed to maximize commercial building performance, achieve LEED certification and take the LEED Professional Accreditation Exam. Download the workshop flyer
LEED-NC Technical Review Workshop
May 30, 2008
8:30 am – 5:00 pm
Green Bay, WI
Northeast Wisconsin Technical College
2740 W. Mason Street
Green Bay, WI 54307
May 7, 2008, 12:29
WGBA Activities
WGBA Speakers Bureau
Wisconsin Green Building Alliance is developing a Speakers Bureau to facilitate a greater understanding of green building and to help move sustainability forward in Wisconsin at an even more rapid rate. We are looking for members with excellent communication skills, who are willing to share their knowledge in their areas of specialization with other professionals, the public, elected officials and students. WGBA will notify community groups, professional societies, environmental groups and others of the availability of the speakers bureau and all contacts will be made through WGBA.
Click to download the application form. It is a protected Word document form--just fill in the blanks! For more information e-mail sueloomans@wgba.org. [ Download/View File ]
Apr 22, 2008, 16:12
Calendar
Healthcare Event! Going Green: a prescription for a healthier building
The Wisconsin Green Building Alliance invites you to be participate in a one-day symposium “Going Green: A Prescription for a Healthier Building” to be held on May 6, 2008 at the Country Springs Hotel in Pewaukee, WI. The symposium is sponsored by Focus on Energy, Siemens Buildings Technologies, and others concerned about energy efficiency and sustainability building design and construction in Wisconsin’s healthcare industry. At this outstanding learning event, you will have an opportunity to hear leading-edge presentations about the latest in healthcare design, technology and efficient operation as well as to network with other professionals in this important business sector. Follow link to learn more!
Apr 17, 2008, 11:51
Other Events of Interest
Crisis or Opportunity? Sustaining and Strengthening Forest-Based Industries in the Great Lakes Region
Register now to attend the Crisis or Opportunity? Sustaining and Strengthening Forest-Based Industries in the Great Lakes Region onference on June 23-25, 2008 in Madison, Wisconsin. Register at www.greatforests.org.
Apr 11, 2008, 14:14
Other Events of Interest
Hunzinger Green Building Conference
Learn from the Experts!
Hunzinger Construction Company invites you to join them for a Green Building Conference on May 8, 2008. The event runs from 8am to 2pm. Location is 21050 Enterprise Ave in Brookfield. The event is free. Visit Hunzinger's website to register or download the event flyer.
Apr 10, 2008, 18:12
Other Events of Interest
Jim Benya presents: Lighting Design with Efficiency
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND…Jim Benya presents the latest and greatest information on lighting design with efficiency. Even if you have attended Jim’s sessions in the past, this one will be well worth your time.
WHEN AND WHERE
April 15, 2008—Madison, WI
April 16, 2008—Milwaukee, WI
April 17, 2008—Chicago, IL
Mar 27, 2008, 11:48
SE2 Award
2008 SE2 Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Leadership Award
2008 Wisconsin
Sustainability & Energy Efficiency Leadership Awards
program information.
Mar 26, 2008, 08:10
Other Events of Interest
UW ASID Student Career Day presentations
The following presentations are available for download:
Green Design Resources (91 KB PDF file)
Sustainable Design (3MB PDF file)
Green Building 101 (2 MB PDF file)
Feb 28, 2008, 13:58
USGBC News
LEED for Homes Reference Guide available for pre-order
The LEED for Homes Reference Guide, a comprehensive tool for residential builders using the LEED for Homes Green Building Rating System, is now available for purchase online at www.usgbc.org/store. The Reference Guide offers over 350 pages of information, resources and standards for the LEED credits covered within the residential green home certification program.
Feb 18, 2008, 15:11
The Energy Center of Wisconsin is a major contributor to the development of the Wisconsin Green Building Alliance web site.
The Energy Center of Wisconsin is a private nonprofit organization dedicated to improving energy efficiency in Wisconsin. Funded primarily by Wisconsin utilities, the Center spends $4.5 million annually on energy efficiency research, education and demonstrations aimed at residents, businesses and government.
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