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Provider: Green Education Services | Lisa (12) Date: Friday, October 26, 2012 from 11:00am to 12:00pm ET  -  Select a different date

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From improved quality of the outdoor air, to promoting biodiversity and providing open space, this course reveals the benefits of implementing a green roof on a building project. Students will be introduced to the topic of why green roofs are beneficial to the environment and an owner's economic bottom line. The course will also discuss strategies and technologies associated with green roofs, as well as different types and the benefits and concerns with each.

Topics covered include:

  • Intensive green roofs
  • Extensive green roofs
  • Modular green roofing systems
  • Planted roof system
  • Evapotranspiration
  • Urban Heat Island effect
  • Stormwater runoff
  • Biodiversity
  • Life Cycle Assessment

Upon completion of the webinar, participants will understand the effectiveness of green roofs for a building as a whole. They will also be able to classify the different types of living roofs, and explain the benefits, trade-offs, and strategies of incorporating one in a building project.

  • Introduction
    -Instructor's experience and introduction
    -Course objectives
  • What is a Green Roof?
  • The Benefits of a Green Roof
    -Extending the lifespan of a roof
    -Saving on energy costs
    -Reduces stormwater run-off
    -Reduces CO2 emissions
    -Contributes to biodiversity
    -Creates a green urban environment
  • Incorporating a Green Roof
  • Class Activity
  • Q&A

Below are the most recent reviews for Lisa from Green Education Services, the awesome instructor for this course.

Average Rating: (4 out of 5 stars - 12 student reviews)

   By Betsy P. - Attended class on March 29, 2013

Great Job!

   By Vanja S. - Attended class on March 29, 2013

good presentation

   By Juan Carlos E. - Attended class on February 14, 2013

Excellent Instructor. Very knowledgeable.

   By Brian S. - Attended class on February 14, 2013

She did a very good job.

   By Sandy Younis J. - Attended class on February 14, 2013

very good

   By Sandra Rocio C. - Attended class on February 14, 2013

Very clear and interesting
The case study was really usefull as well as the green roof type explanation

   By Jennifer J. - Attended class on January 21, 2013

The instructor was informative.

   By Bobby H. - Attended class on January 21, 2013

Very nice recap and update on the advantages of green roofs.

   By David B. - Attended class on January 21, 2013

Very interesting material and the instructor did a great job!

   By Nathan B. - Attended class on January 21, 2013

good discussion. course provided good description of types of green roofs and cost tradoffs.

   By Patricia S. - Attended class on January 21, 2013

Great instructor!

   By Nancy H. - Attended class on October 26, 2012

Good use of case studies and photos the topic lends itself to this.

1.0 AIA HSW/SD
1.0 GBCI CE Hour

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Friday, October 26, 2012
(from 11:00am - 12:00pm ET)

Meet Your Instructor

Lisa holds a Bachelor of Architecture from California Polytechnic University-Pomona and has experience designing and documenting LEED projects, primarily in the Healthcare and Education sectors. She also loves all things fiber and can often be found at her favorite fabric or yarn boutique. She currently lives in Redlands, CA where she deals with her chronic fabric addiction.

Certifications: Bachelor of Architecture, LEED AP BD+C