Green Building Council

 Meeting Times:  Last Wednesday of each month, 12:00 PM

Cost to Join:  $75/year  (Click here for application.)

Chair:   Natasha Reynolds, ESP (Energy Services of Pensacola) 

Staff Contact:   Amy Lord, Council Liason, HBA of West Florida

The Home Builders Association of West Florida's Green Building Council is a volunteer driven council and is affiliated with the Florida Home Builders Association and the National Association of Home Builders.  As defined by the HBAWF Green Building Council the definition of "Green" means and refers to education, products, services or practices which promote an increase of energy efficiency, sustainability, conservation and recycling. Owners and employees of current HBA of West Florida member companies are eligible to apply for membership to the Green Building Council. 

Green Building Council Objectives:

• to associate firms and individuals engaged wholly or in part in activities relating to the business of Green Building, or any other form of home improvement;
• to raise the level and standards of Green building in the Community;
• to provide services and benefits to members of the Council that will assist them in the performance of their duties;
• to provide a forum for the free exchange of information between members of the Council;
• to promote a better public image of the home building industry;
• to upgrade and ensure quality workmanship and professional ethics among the members of the home building industry.

SPECIAL EVENT INFO:  

 Dr. Joseph Lstiburek from Building Science Corporation (BSC) will be providing a seminar on Wednesday, February 8^th from 12:00pm to 5:00pm at UWF’s Conference Center. He will be sharing with us his extensive knowledge in the complexity of today's building technology. Join us as we learn more about building science and the interaction between the various materials, products and systems used in building construction, the occupants of these buildings, and the environments in which they are located. BSC uses its in-depth understanding of building science to provide leadership and services in the areas of building performance and durability.

Dr. Joseph Lstiburek, Ph.D., P.Eng., ASHRAE Fellow , is a principle of Building Science Corporation. He is a renowned speaker and has written numerous publications on building failures and is internationally recognized for his expertise on moisture related building problems and indoor air quality. Topics will include Energy Efficiency for new construction and retrofits in hot humid climates including Indoor Air Quality, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning and ventilation do’s and don’ts for super insulated homes, advanced framing techniques, sealed attics and more. 

Our community can take advantage of this great educational opportunity by attending the seminar. If you are interested in participating, please call the Home Builders Association of West Florida's reservation line at 850-476-3294 by February 2, 2012. (Map/directions link below.)

OPEN TO ALL IN THE BUILDING INDUSTRY AND RELATED PROFESSIONS • NO FEE TO ATTEND

LUNCH PROVIDED • AIA CREDITS AVAILABLE

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Map & Directions:

Click HERE for a link to the map. The GPS coordinates are 30.548421,-87.218217

- If you are entering the campus from HWY 90 (East Entrance) simply stay on Campus Drive until you reach the Northwest section of the campus (it loops around for about 2 miles). Pull into parking lot K (on your left) and the Conference Center will be in the back left hand corner of the lot.

- If you are entering the campus from University Parkway (The Main Campus Entrance) Turn left on Campus Drive and follow it around about ¾ of a mile). Pull into parking lot K (on your left) and the Conference Center/Commons will be in the back left hand corner of the lot.