Are you a recently lapsed member? Not as involved with the Chapter as you’d like?

Don’t hit snooze on your USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter membership! Join us in our efforts to transform the built environment:

• Renew your membership today
• Attend one of our monthly programs
• Get involved on a committee
• Volunteer with us!
• Stop by during our open office hours!
• Become a Chapter Sponsor

Thanks to the membership committee, everyone at Design Extra, LLC, and Ramey Elliot at the Abacus Group for their hard work on the video!

BSI Constructors, Inc., a silver sponsor of the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, is featured in an article  describing their 86,000 square foot MICDS (Mary Institute and St. Louis County Day School) facility. The building is targeting LEED Platinum and features solar panels, occupancy sensors, and daylighting.  The company’s LEED Silver certified Missouri Botanical Garden Monsanto Research Center and LEED Gold certified Shaw Nature Reserve Edgar Anderson Center are also featured in the article.

An article about Cannon Design, a gold sponsor of the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter, highlights the firm’s St. Louis University Doisy Research Center and Washington University School of Medicine’s LEED certified BJC Institute of Health. Both of these facilities feature energy efficient climate controls and use recycled and rapidly renewable materials.

Long time chapter member Thomas Taylor is featured in an article about Vertegy Inc., a restorative sponsor of the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter. The article highlights Vertegy’s work to guide clients through the LEED certification process and mentions Vertegy employees and Chapter members Grant Lanham and Greg Mueller.

In addition, Emily Andrews, executive director of USGBC-MGC, and Deborah Frank, vice-president of sustainability at the Missouri Botanical Garden and founder and first employee of the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter were both cited as area green experts in an article about the St. Louis region’s leadership in green building.

Check out any of the following articles in the May 10th edition of the St. Louis Business Journal for more about these Chapter members and sponsors:

• Cover Story: St. Louis’ Green LEED-ers
• BSI’s blueprint is 25 percent green
• Vertegy guides clients through complex LEED labyrinth
• Four months, four LEED projects at Cannon Design

Lecture & Workshop for Educators, Administrators,
School Staff & Design Professionals

Biophilic Design is an innovative way of designing new or retrofitting existing spaces where we live, work, and learn in a way that reconnects people with the natural world.

The term “biophilia” literally means “love of life or living systems.” Features include natural shapes and forms; natural patterns and processes; and characteristics of the natural world such as color, water, sunlight, animals and natural materials, and landscapes and geology.

JUNE 6, 2013 / 3:00-5:00 pm: This afternoon lecture will provide an overview of the theoretic concepts of Biophilic Design as well as an overview of concepts in early childhood development. The findings from recent research and an instrument to assess the biophilic design score of a child care space will be shard.

JUNE 7, 2013 / 1:00-5:00 pm: Participants interested in building upon information shared in the June 6th lecture will then work with the facilitator to apply these principles and insights into the design of a space. A case will be provided and the participants will work to develop design solutions. Finally, we will have a conversation about the potential issues in applying these design principles into the design of child development spaces.

SPEAKER
Adrian Cerezo Caballero,
Associate Director for Conservation Education Research at Saint Louis Zoo

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Lecture Submitted for 2 GBCI CE Hours & 2 AIA LU.
Workshop submitted for 2 GBCI CE Hours & 2 AIA LU.

WHEN
LECTURE: Thursday, June 6, 2013, 3:00 – 5:00 PM
WORKSHOP: Friday, June 7, 2013, 1:00 – 5:00 PM

Attendees may participate solely in the lecture, or in both the lecture and workshop (lecture attendance is required if participating in the workshop.)

WHERE
St. Louis Zoo
1 Government Dr  St Louis, MO 63110
Lower Level of The Living World
June 6 Lecture – Classroom 3
June 7 Workshop – Classroom 2

PARKING & ENTRANCE DETAILS
The classrooms are located in the lower level of The Living World (The building you would walk into before entering into the Zoo), North Entrance of the Zoo. In the lower level, there are a set of double doors with the word “CLASSROOMS” posted above them.

Parking is available in the North Parking lot for $15.00 (Cash or credit card) or parking is free in the streets of Forest Park.  For more information regarding parking, please visit http://www.stlzoo.org/visit/hourspricesdirections/

Click here to view a map of the Zoo.

FEE
$30 – Lecture only
$75 – Lecture & Workshop
Open to the public; please pre-register.

REGISTER
Click here to register!

QUESTIONS? Contact USGBC-Missouri Gateway staff at usgbc-mogateway@mobot.org or (314) 577-0854.

The St. Louis Region and the Midwest are blessed with open space and low tipping fees, which means that it is easy to overlook where our generated residential and commercial waste ends up. Despite this, many contractors and owners are looking for ways to divert materials from our landfills – through reuse, recycling and smart planning. With support from St. Louis Jefferson Solid Waste Management, USGBC-Missouri Gateway recently conducted two small research projects to learn more about the C&D credits in the next version of the LEED Green Building Rating System (LEEDv4) and to study some of the more difficult to C&D materials to reuse and recycle.

Join us for a free educational panel on Construction & Demolition Materials hosted by USGBC-Missouri Gateway and the Associated General Contractors of St. Louis on the State of Construction & Demolition Recycling in St. Louis. The panel will include a discussion of the recent USGBC-Missouri Gateway research projects as well as two local case studies – one on opportunities for C&D diversion on a Washington University project and the second on Deconstruction as an alternative to demolition.

SPEAKERS:

• Lawrence Lile, Lile Engineering – A View from the Dumpster: Construction and Demolition requirements under LEED Version
• Allison Carmen, Material Mix and Sara Graham, ReSource St. Louis - Digging Deeper: Report on Hard to Recycling C&D Materials
• Sara Graham, ReSource St. Louis and Gary Steps, Butterfly Energy Works – Washington University Pilot Project: Opportunities for C&D Waste Diversion
• Eric Schwarz, Refab – Deconstruction: A Viable Alternative to Demolition

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Submitted for approval of 2 GBCI CE Hour and 2 AIA/CES CEH

WHEN: Thursday, May 23, 3:00 – 5:00 pm

WHERE: 6301 Knox Industrial Drive (63139), Second Floor Assembly Room – Map

FEE: Free!

REGISTER: Register online through USGBC-Missouri Gateway or through AGC of St. Louis.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES:

• Acquire an understanding of the differences between C&D related credits in the current version of LEED 2009 compared to those in LEED version 4
• Examine options for C&D materials diversion In Missouri and share best practices
• Explore potential higher use solutions for difficult to recycle and reuse C&D materials
• Recognize lessons learned from recent C&D Pilot and Deconstruction Projects in the St. Louis Region
• Capture and expand upon possible business case options as they relate to LEED requirements and personal best choices.

This project is supported by the St. Louis-Jefferson Solid Waste Management District and the Missouri Department of Natural Resources.

Answers to these questions and MORE can be found at USGBC-Missouri Gateway’s OPEN OFFICE HOURS, where Chapter staff and leadership will be available to visit with you and answer questions. This is a new program that we will offer quarterly starting on June 24, 2013. See the schedule below and stop in anytime during the two hour OPEN OFFICE HOURS.

OPEN OFFICE HOURS 2013
Visit with USGBC-Missouri Gateway Staff and Leadership – Get to know us, ask questions, get involved!

• Monday, June 24, 3:30 – 5:30 pm
• Thursday, September 12, 7:30 – 9:30 am
• Monday, December 9, 3:30 – 5:30 pm

All OPEN OFFICE HOURS will be held at the Chapter’s office, located at 4651 Shaw, in the Missouri Botanical Garden’s Commerce Bank Center for Science Education (aka CBEC).

Questions? Contact Emily Andrews at 314-577-0854.

CONTINUING EDUCATION: Submitted for approval of 1 GBCI CE Hour and 1 AIA/CES CEH

WHEN:

Tuesday, October 8, 2013
5:30 – 6:15 – Registration & Networking

6:15 – 7:30 pm – Brief Presentation & Guided Tours

WHERE:

Sheet Metal Workers Local 36, 2319 Chouteau, Suite 200, (63103) map

FEE:

Free to USGBC-MGC Members, Educators and full-time students.
$20 for Non-members.

REGISTER: Click here to register

QUESTIONS?
Contact USGBC-Missouri Gateway staff by email or phone (314) 577-0225.

Jointly presented by USGBC-MGC Mid-Missouri Branch and Mid-Missouri AIA

Are you interested in learning more about the commissioning possess and what Building Envelope Commissioning (BECx) is?

If so, you won’t want to miss our May 20th program!

Attendees will learn about American Society for Testing and Materials (ASTM) standards like ASTM E2813, National Institute of Building Sciences (NIBS) guideline 3-2012, American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air Conditioning Engineer (ASHRAE) Guideline 0 -2005, and Envelope Design Guidelines for Federal Office Buildings: Thermal Integrity and Air tightness (NISTIR 4821).

The presenter will give examples of activities that s BECx agent would execute during the project’s life cycle and share lessons learned from performing BECx on a Federal Building in West Virginia.

SPEAKER:
David Meyers, Jacobs Engineering.
David is a Certified Commissioning Authority that has Lead or has been a part of the commissioning process for over 9.2 million square feet with a combined construction cost of over 4.4 billion dollars. He is currently working for JACOBS Engineering on the SSA Data Center, on the World Trade Center, at West Point, at universities in Cambridge, MA , as well as a number of GSA buildings. He been involved with number of articles, books and presentations on commissioning, historical preservation and passive design. He currently sits on the Architectural Review Board for the city of Kirkwood , MO.

WHERE:
Hampton Inn
Truman Boardroom
1225 Fellows Pl,
Columbia, MO
MAP

WHEN:
Monday, May 20, 2013
11:30 AM – 1:15 PM

FEE:
Free to USGBC-MGC and AIA members
$10 suggested donation for non-members

REGISTER:
Click here to register online.

Email us your lunch order from the Stadium Grille by 9 AM the day of the event and we will order it for you.  Lunch is not included in the registration fee.

A special New Member only event for members who have joined in the last six months!

The U.S. Green Building Council - Missouri Gateway Chapter welcomes new members to come socialize and get acquainted with USGBC – Missouri Gateway!  Chapter officers, past and present, will be on hand to share the chapter’s history, highlight member benefits & opportunities, and answer questions.  Attendees will have the opportunity to meet fellow new members while enjoying a light breakfast.

After new members have learned about the Chapter, they will tour Christner’s LEED Gold office space and learn about the office’s sustainable design, construction and operation features.

In moving its office after 25 years, Christner chose a gut rehab of the top floor of an existing office building in order to consolidate staff on one level, conserve resources, and improve communication between project teams. The office redesign allowed Christner to demonstrate the advantages of sustainable design, and includes features such as:

Clear view corridors that link principle spaces and allow light to penetrate deep into the space. Everyone enjoys natural light and 96% of workspaces have direct window views.

Occupancy sensor controlled lighting, a “paperless” initiative and the reduction of paper storage capacity by 50% (from the former office), and the selection of materials that contain low Volatile Organic Compounds (VOC).

In the entrance lobby and primary public spaces, the existing concrete floor was ground and polished in lieu of an applied floor finish, eliminating energy associated with the manufacturing and shipping of floor materials.

The textured wood paneling in the lobby and elevator core made of 100% recycled Elm from a dismantled dairy barn.

What USGBC-Missouri Gateway New Member Welcome Event

When Tuesday, May 7, 2013, 7:30 – 9:00 am
Where Christner, 168 North Meramec, Suite 400,
Clayton, Missouri 63105 map
Street Parking

RSVP Click here to register online.

Thanks to our Event Host & Sponsor!

Questions? Contact USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter staff at hope.gribble@mobot.org or (314) 577-0225.

USGBC-MGC Ozarks Branch will be hosting a live webinar presentation on LEED v4, presented by the national USGBC organization.

USGBC’s LEED green building rating system has been a significant driver for market transformation since its debut in 2000.  USGBC is currently developing the version of LEED (v4) for release this year.  This session will provide an update of the development process, a general overview of the technical changes proposed and information of specific interest to the chapter. It will also include an early look at supporting tools and resources for the LEED v4 program.

LEARNING OBJECTIVES

• Articulate the overarching environmental priorities of the LEED v4 program.
• Describe the new credits within the LEED v4 program and their environmental value.
• List the new market sectors that LEED v4 accommodates.
• Summarize the technical changes from LEED 2009 to LEED v4.

SPEAKER
Lonny Blumenthal, LEED AP O+M is a Program Delivery Associate in the LEED Department at the U.S. Green Building Council. Lonny assists in the development of the LEED v4 rating system, supporting documents, and tools. Additionally, he supports overall project planning, development, and implementation for all programs related to LEED: Rating System Development, Certification, Credentialing, and Education.

CONTINUING EDUCATION
Approved for 1.5 GBCI CE Hours (LEED Specific for BD+C, ID+C, and O+M) and 1.5 AIA LUs. GBCI CE Hours for this presentation will need to be self-reported.

WHEN
Tuesday, April 30, 2013
5:30-6:15 pm – Registration & Networking
6:15-7:30 pm – Formal Presentation

WHERE
Drury University, Hammons School of Architecture auditorium, 900 North Benton Avenue, Springfield, MO.

FEE
Free to all attendees!

REGISTER
Click here to register.

QUESTIONS?
Contact USGBC-Missouri Gateway staff by email or phone (314) 577-0225.

·        Introduction, Exam Strategy, and O&M process
·        Sustainable Sites
·        Water Efficiency
·        Energy and Atmosphere
·        Materials and Resources
·        Indoor Environmental Quality
·        Test Taking Tips
·        Practice Exam

The LEED AP O+M credential distinguishes professionals
implementing sustainable practices, improving performance, heightening efficiency and reducing environmental impact in existing buildings through enhanced operations & maintenance. The specialty denotes practical knowledge in the LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance rating system.

WHEN
Friday and Monday, October 4 & 7, 2013
8:30am – 5:00pm both days

PLEASE NOTE
This course does not guarantee students will pass the LEED AP O+M Specialty exam.  Additional time outside of class will be required for reading the required textbooks and further study.  Registering and taking the LEED AP exam, and any associated costs, are not included in this course.

This course prepares participants for the specialty portion of the LEED AP O+M credentialing exam. LEED AP exams are comprised of two parts: Green Associate & the Specialty. Candidates must pass both portions of the exam in order to receive LEED Accreditation.

QUESTIONS? Contact USGBC-Missouri Gateway staff by email or phone (314) 577-0225.