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past events 2008
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June 22-24: Greening The Heartland, St. Louis, MO, USA
Source: AIA

Greening the Heartland is the premier annual conference on green building and sustainability programs in the Midwest. Whether you’re interested in greening your town, your business operations, your college campus or your building, you are invited to participate. We expect more than 3,000 conference attendees to gather in St. Louis, Missouri, including experts from the building trades, beginning practitioners, government officials, policy makers, business representatives and other sustainability advocates.

This regional U.S. Green Building Council conference will promote sustainable design and construction strategies for the built environment by encouraging joint leadership by the private and public sectors. The conference will highlight the latest in green building techniques that achieve energy and operational efficiencies, apply responsible construction and demolition practices, and aim for carbon neutrality. It will also demonstrate how green buildings promote the “triple bottom line” of profitability, people, and the environment – without compromising resources for future generations.

The four content tracks chosen for this year's conference — Corporate, Educational, Green Communities and Government — will appeal to a broad audience. We will have sessions on state-of-the-art energy technologies and new construction innovations, discussions on public policy issues, case histories on how to create more livable communities, tours of green buildings, as well as a number of professional training workshops for LEED certification. And our line-up of master speakers, presenters and panelists will be second to none, featuring professionals and innovators from across the country.

Don’t miss out on this important conference. Join us at Greening the Heartland 2008.

Publisher's Note: Green Roof Blocks is a Gold Sponsor.

Visit the Greening The Heartland website.

June 20: Water Environment Research Foundation (WERF) RFP Deadline, USA
Source: Water Online Press Release

The Water Environment Research Foundation (WERF) requested proposals for research that would provide education, outreach, and training on decentralized stormwater management techniques to critical target audiences. WERF will provide $112,000 for the development of innovative tools and training that lead to greater awareness, understanding, and use of decentralized stormwater management techniques; appropriate implementation for stormwater management; improved water quality; energy savings; and other benefits (e.g. aesthetics).

Decentralized approaches manage stormwater at the source (site level) using multiple techniques to control the quality and quantity of stormwater runoff. These methods include rain gardens, porous pavement, cisterns, vegetated roofs, and many other practices. Proposals must be received by 5:00 p.m. (EDT), June 20, 2008.

Visit WERF's Open RFPs page for more information.

June 19-20: Green Roofs for Australia Conference, Brisbane, Australia
Source: Geoff Wilson

The second Green Roofs for Australia Conference was held in Brisbane, Australia on June 19 and 20, 2008. Contact Geoff Wilson, President of Green Roofs for Australia, for more information.

Visit the Green Roofs for Australia website.

June 11-12: Canada Green Building Council National Summit "Shifting into the Mainstream," Toronto, Canada
Source: Canada Green Building Council National Summit

As the leading national authority on green buildings, the CaGBC invites you to its first national summit in Toronto, June 11-12, 2008. The inaugural National Summit was the largest indoor green building event in Canada and was zero-waste! This historic event brought together the entire green building industry, with some 100 delegates, 150 exhibitors, and over 50 speakers from all across Canada. Speakers included Dr. David Suzuki and Premier Campbell.

Shifting Into the Mainstream is where building industry decision makers will learn about how LEED® Canada is evolving from one-time certification to a life-cycle building performance management system for any type of building, new and existing.

LEED® Canada for Existing Buildings will be launched in 2009 and offer online assessment, action planning and performance verification as well as a certification process that is fast, economical and easy to access. This further development of LEED in Canada will allow for the massive scaling up necessary to meet the CaGBC goal of 100,000 buildings and 1 million homes certified by 2015, with 50% reduction in energy and water use, and 50 Megatonnes of GHG emission reductions.

Delegates will get first-hand reports from the national pilot projects involving K-12 schools, commercial offices and public administration buildings. This is the first round of pilots conducted with industry to test and enhance the new LEED rating system and the distributed delivery model, and will be followed over the next three years by similar projects to address all major building types.

If you’re committed to green buildings, you’ll want to join us.
Contact: Rose Swagemakers
Phone: 416.364.0050 x 306
Email: rose@innovolve.com

Visit the Canada Green Building Council National Summit website.

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May 29 (Sold Out) and June 17: Introduction to Green Roofs, Sheffield, England, UK
Source: The Green Roof Centre

The Green Roof Centre - established by the University of Sheffield and Groundwork Sheffield working in partnership with the four South Yorkshire Local Authorities, held a one day greenroof training course entitled "Introduction to Green Roofs" on the 29th of May, 2008 from 9:30 am - 4:00 pm at the ICOSS Building in Sheffield, UK.

Who should attend?
The course is aimed at anyone with an interest in green roofs and does not require any previous knowledge of the technology.

Provisional Agenda:
• Introduction and History of Green
Roofs
• Green Roof Construction
• Benefits
• Barriers to implementation
• Case studies and site visit
• Quotes and tendering
• Maintenance

Cost: £150 + VAT per person

Download the Green Roof Centre Course Flyer, and the Booking Form for more info.

Visit The Green Roof Centre website.

April 29, May 6, May 13, May 21, June 4 (Sold Out): City of Portland Ecoroof Technical Workshops - FULL!*
Source: OregonLive.com

The city of Portland is offering a series of free technical workshops on ecoroof structure, design, construction and permitting. Each seminar will be held 8:30 a.m. to noon in the auditorium on the second floor of the Portland Building, 1120 SW Fifth Ave., Portland, Oregon.

Scheduled topics include:

Ecroofs: Latest Data, Information and Resources, Tuesday, April 29;

Ecoroofs: Structure and Design, Tuesday, May 6;

Ecoroofs: Membrane and Waterproofing, Tuesday, May 13.

Ecoroofs: Plants, Growing Media, and Irrigation, Wednesday, May 21.

Ecoroofs: Permitting, Construction, and Operation and Maintenance, Wednesday, June 4.

All seminars are free. Advance registration is required. Call 823.502.7213 or e-mail sandih@bes.ci.portland.or.us. Leave your name, address, phone and e-mail information.

* Portland Bureau of Environmental Services Update: "Our spring workshops filled up very quickly and we can no longer take reservations for them. We are in the process of scheduling another series this fall and we are accepting names of people who want us to notify them when those sessions are scheduled. They can contact Sandi at sandih@bes.ci.portland.or.us or 503.823.7213 if they would like to be placed on that list."

Seminar participants received certificates of completion.

June 4: DEC Accepting Applications for Urban Forestry Projects Deadline, New York State, USA
Source: New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Press Release

Applications were accepted by the New York State Department of Environmental Conservation (DEC) for approximately $900,000 to support urban forestry projects across the state (Commissioner Pete Grannis). DEC was seeking proposals for Urban and Community Forestry projects that will enhance New York's urban landscapes with healthy trees and provide environmental, health, and economic benefits.

Grants were available to municipalities, public benefit corporations, public authorities, school districts and not-for-profit organizations that have a public ownership interest in the property or are acting on behalf of a public property owner, and will range from $2,500 to $75,000, depending on municipal population, with a 50/50 match requirement. Eligible projects include green infrastructure projects including greenroofs and rain gardens.

Deadline is June 4, 2008.

Visit the DEC website.

May 23-25: EcoBuilding 2008 International Meeting for Architecture and Technologies for Sustainable Construction, Sao Paulo, Brazil

The EcoBuilding 2008 International Meeting for Architecture and Technologies for Sustainable Construction was held on May 23 - 25, 2008 at the Paulista University - Unip - Campus Indianópolis, Rua Dr Bacelar, 1212 - Vila Clementina, in São Paulo - SP - Brazil. The conference seeks to explore national and international sustainable construction topics ranging from basic concepts to the most advanced contemporary practices of eco-design, through the use of sustainable materials and building technologies, renewable sources of energy, water conservation, as well as case studies, legislation and market trends on sustainable construction.

Topics
Bioclimatic design by passive systems
Design & technology for energy efficiency and conservation
Renewable sources of energy
Innovative building materials and technologies to sustainable construction
Sustainable building tools and methods
Water conservation and re-use
Building evaluation and certification
Public Policies and incentives to sustainable construction
Material selection and life cycle assessment

Visit the EcoBuilding 2008 International Meeting for Architecture and Technologies for Sustainable Construction website.

May 21-24: Urban Biodiversity & Design Conference, Erfurt, Germany
Source: Prof. Dr. Manfred Köhler

We would like to warmly invite you to the cultural heart of Germany for the 3rd Conference of the Competence Network Urban Ecology. Our international conference “Urban Biodiversity and Design” will summarise for the first time in a global context current scientific and practical approaches of implementing the Convention on Biological Diversity (CBD) in urban areas. The case for urban biodiversity:

Distinctive characteristics of urban ecosystems
Centres of evolution and adaptation (e. g. important in the context of climate change)
Complex hotspots and melting pots for biodiversity
The only biodiversity which many people experience
Contributing to the quality of life in an increasingly urban global society - 2007 the first time 50 % of the world population is living in cities.

Our conference based in the neighbouring historic cities of Erfurt and Weimar will draw upon the legacy heritage of over 1000 years of urban settlement as well as considering the challenges of the worlds more recent and faster growing cities. The conference will be attractive to all disciplines involved in research, planning, design and management of the green urban environment including biologists, ecologists, landscape architects and planners, horticulturists, urban designers and local government administrators.

Our conference will support the Curitiba Declaration 2007 “Cities and Biodiversity” and contribute to the discussions on taking forward “Local Action for Biodiversity” in urban areas. Together with the "Mayors Conference-Local Action for Biodiversity " in Bonn 26. - 28. May 2008 the conference will promote greater awareness of the important role of our towns and cities at the 9th meeting of the Conference of the Parties (COP 9) in Bonn.

One track is planned for greenroofs and facades.

Visit the Urban Biodiversity & Design Conference website.

May 22: “Going Green: Green Rooftops in New York City,” Columbia University, New York, NY, USA
Source: Lawn & Landscape Magazine

Columbia University’s graduate program in Landscape Design will offer a free public program, “Going Green: Green Rooftops in New York City,” a discussion of green roofs, at 6:30 p.m. May 22. Green roofs offer many benefits in urban areas, from aesthetic to environmental to practical. They help minimize the effects of pollution, reduce the urban heat island effect, improve energy efficiency, and provide a natural oasis in the urban jungle.

Speakers are William F. Foley and Amy Norquist. William Foley, CSI, CCPR, has been directly involved with green roof specification, consulting, installation assistance, and project oversight for five years. Most recently, Foley has taken a new position as NE sustainable technologies specialist with Tremco, Inc. Roofing Division. His responsibilities include green roofing systems, photovoltaic systems, and reflective roof system alternatives. In addition, Foley has been an instructor for "Green Roofs for Healthy Cities," teaching classes across the U.S.

Amy Norquist is a green building entrepreneur, specializing in the design and installation of green roofs and living walls. Her company, Greensulate, is based in New York City and has offices on Long Island and on the west coast. Norquist has over 20 years of experience in environmental conservation and protection and has worked with green buildings for over five years. Greensulate’s clients range from large corporations to the individual brownstone owner or co-op building.

The free discussion will take place in Room 501, Schermerhorn Hall at Columbia University (entrance at 116th Street and Broadway or Amsterdam). To register for the talk and to find more about the Master of Science in Landscape Design, go to www.ce.columbia.edu/landscape.

Visit Columbia University's Master of Science in Landscape Design Events website and their Going Green: Green Rooftops in New York City webpage.

May 19-22: Ecobuild America & AEC-ST, Anaheim, CA, USA
Source: Ecobuild America

Ecobuild America and AEC-ST was held in Anaheim, California on May 19 - 22, 2008, and is THE annual gathering place for AEC professionals who design, construct, manage facilities and specify building products, materials, and services. These events cover the unique intersection where ecology meets technology.

Ecobuild America
Openly invites all industry organizations, experts and career professionals to provide you and your building team with comprehensive exposure to all aspects of:

Sustainable and environmental design
Energy efficiency and renewable resources
Green building practices
Built Environment product and service innovations
Best practices and expert strategies
And opportunities to expand your offerings to government projects & all under one roof.

AEC - Science & Technology (AEC-ST)
Serves the Built Environment by focusing its expert sessions on helping you increase your productivity and profits throughout the project life cycle - solely by maximizing the benefits of your information technology. Unlock the gateway to clarity in collaboration within your enterprise, especially in regard to:

Building Information Modeling
GSA requirements for BIM
AEC Technologies and Best Practices
Multiple-data format management
Project Life Cycle automation
Future direction of IT trends, best practices and sustainable solutions

Visit the Ecobuild America & AEC-ST website.

May 17-18: Chicago Green Festival, Chicago, IL, USA
Source: Green Festivals

The 2008 Chicago Green Festival took place on May 17-18, 2008 at Navy Pier, 600 E Grand Avenue, in Chicago, Illinois. Celebrating what’s working in our communities, green festival showcases more than 350 diverse local and national green businesses displaying and selling eco-friendly, fair trade and sustainable products. More than 150 visionary speakers appear for standing-room-only panel discussions, presentations and main stage speaking events.

You’ll also enjoy great how-to workshops, green films, a fair trade pavilion, yoga and movement classes, kids’ zone, delicious organic beer, wine and cuisine, and live music.

We extend a special thanks to the City of Chicago and the Chicago Department of Environment for their support in bringing Green Festival to the Midwest. And we deeply appreciate the amazing efforts of the Host Committee, Chicago’s green business and community leaders who help Green Festival provide the best products, services and technologies in the Great Lakes.

Visit the Green Festivals website.

May 15–17: AIA 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition, Boston, MA, USA
Source: AIA

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) 2008 National Convention and Design Exposition will take place on May 15–17 at the Boston Convention and Exhibition Center in Boston, Massachusetts. See how a city that began at the forefront of American history now shines as a vibrant and thriving community. Boston’s seamless integration of historical and modern design makes it the ideal locale for exploring this year’s theme, We the People. This theme calls upon you to exchange ideas with peers and industry leaders on the architect’s role in society and the power of architecture on behalf of all people. It’s a big, important topic, which means the 2008 convention is a must-attend event.

Support Greenroofs.com's Sponsors by visiting these who will be on the Trade Show floor this year:

American Hydrotech - Booth # 16143
GreenGrid - Booth # 21146
Green Roof Blocks - Booth # 13176
Roofscapes, Inc. - Booth # 22193

And don't forget to visit our other Greenroof Directory Advertisers at the Show, too:

American Wick Drain - Booth # 24090
Colbond - Booth # 20177
Henry Company - Booth # 10085
Liquid Plastics - Booth # 23188
Sika Sarnafil - Booth # 14200

Attend the AIA Expo Trade Show floor for free on May 15 -17, see here. Visit the AIA Convention website.

May 15: D.C. Greenworks' 3rd Annual Green Carpet Gathering, Washington, D.C., USA
Source: D.C. Greenworks

D.C. Greenworks is pleased to announce their 3rd Annual Green Carpet Gathering on Thursday, May 15, 2008 from 6:30 pm - 9:30 pm at 1425 K Street NW, Washington, D.C.:

Buy your tickets here, and visit the D.C. Greenworks website.

May 11-13: National Association of Home Builders National Green Building Conference, New Orleans, LA, USA
Source: NAHB

The National Association of Home Builders National Green Building Conference was held on May 11-13, 2008 at the Sheraton New Orleans, in New Orleans, Louisiana. Get contacts, tools and ideas that are good for both the environment and your bottom line. The National Green Building Conference is the only national conference targeted to green building for the mainstream residential building industry. Network with designers and suppliers, attend exceptional education sessions and develop the skills you need for profitable green building.

Who Should Attend:
Single family builders
Multifamily builders
Remodelers
Developers
Land planners
Architects and designers
Energy raters, home inspectors, utilities staff
Product manufacturers and suppliers

Visit the National Association of Home Builders National Green Building Conference website.

May 13: Green Drinks NYC, New York, NY, USA
Source: greendrinks.org

COST: $10 suggested donation.

BONUS: Old clothing donation pickup is available through Wearable Collection, bring down your old jeans and recycle! Also bring your electric bill to sign up for Wind Power and entrance is free!

HOW: Walk, cycle, bus, subway, pedicab, ozocar or taxi (ok if more than two passengers). Just go up to someone and say "are you green?", and you'll be made welcome.

Green Drinks is a low key, informal, self-organizing network who meet at a different place each month with people who work in the environmental field for a beer - it's a chance to mix with others to network, share info and make friends. It is a lively group of people who work in the areas of: architecture, energy, film, finance, publishing, fundraising, graphic design, sustainability in business, eco-materials, interior design, fashion design, law as well as folks in the non-profit and for-profit worlds.

Organizers feel this might be a way for greenroofs folks to connect with other green folks in the city, and suggest you take a chance to mix with other like-minded folks, to network, share info and make friends. Just go up to someone and say "are you green?", and you'll be made welcome.

Visit the greendrinks.org website.

May 10: 2008 North Shore Greenscapes Program, “Soaking Up the Rain,” Peabody, MA, USA
Source: Salem Gazette

Salem Sound Coastwatch is a non-profit coastal watershed association that works with government agencies, businesses, other nonprofit organizations and citizens from the communities of Manchester, Beverly, Danvers, Peabody, Salem, and Marblehead, Massachusetts. We are dedicated to taking cooperative action to protect and enhance the environmental quality of the Salem Sound Watershed. Salem Sound Coastwatch in cooperation with its many partners to bring you knowledge on how to have environmentally-friendly lawns and yards that are safe, attractive, save money on water bills and keep our coastal waters cleaner. The 2008 North Shore Greenscapes Program Free Workshop Series includes occassional inclusion of greenroofs, as in the following:

Saturday, May 10 – “Soaking Up the Rain” 9:30 – 11:30 am
In the store at Brooksby Farm, 38 Felton Rd, Peabody, MA 01960

When it rains, pavements and rooftops shed water containing sediments and chemicals that eventually pollute our rivers, streams, ponds and coastal waters. These impervious surfaces also increase the likelihood of flooding.
This workshop will present different strategies for homeowners to put rainwater to good use. Curtis Dragon, certified organic landscaper, will discuss how to create a rain garden; Karen Weber of Earth Our Only Home will talk about green roofs (planted roofs) that soak up the rain, and Lou Iuliano of Ideal Pavers will talk about permeable pavers that allow infiltration of rainwater and recharge of groundwater.

Download the PDF, and directions are posted on www.greenscapes.org. For more information, contact Salem Sound Coastwatch: info@salemsound.org or call 978.741.7900.

Visit the Salem Sound Coastwatch website and Earth Our Only Home website.

April 30-May 2: Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference Awards and Trade Show, Baltimore, MD, USA
Source: Green Roofs for Healthy Cities

The three-day 6th Annual Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference Awards and Trade Show was held at the Baltimore Convention Center in Baltimore, Maryland. Co-hosted with the City of Baltimore, this Conference is organized by Green Roofs for Healthy Cities (GRHC) a not-for-profit industry association working to promote the green roof industry in North America. The Conference consists of plenary and specialized sessions focused on four main topic areas:

1. Policies and Programs to Support Green Roofs
2. Green Roof Design and Implementation
3. Research and Technical Papers on Green Roof Performance
4. Networking & Information Forums on Current Green Roof Topics

This conference is designed for architects, landscape architects, roofing professionals, green roof researchers, horticulturalists, urban planners, facility managers and developers, policy makers and anyone with an interest in green roofs and green buildings.

Your 2008 full-delegate pass includes:

* Access to over 50 presentations by green roof industry leaders
* Free Pass to the Trade Show featuring more than 75 Exhibitors showcasing Green Roof Products and Services
* Access to the Poster Sessions
* One Copy of the Official Conference Proceedings CD-ROM featuring the peer-reviewed Speaker Papers (Retail value $75)
* One ticket to Reception on Trade Show Floor (April 30), Browse and Lunch (May 1), City of Baltimore Reception (May 1) and Awards of Excellence Luncheon (May 2)

One-day delegate passes for Thursday May 1 or Friday May 2 and trade show only passes are also available. Courses and green roof tours are offered. See Fees section for available options and prices.

As a Green Roofs for Healthy Cities media partner for the sixth year in a row, we here at Greenroofs.com don't want you to miss out on all the activities. Baltimore is the co-host, so come join us in a great city full of fun and experience an exciting agenda with networking opportunities galore.

Enjoy hearing from professionals from across multi-disciplinary fields and the world, including some of us here at Greenroofs.com, who is a media partner for the 6th year in a row with Green Roofs for Healthy Cities:

Thursday May 1, 2008
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Track 3 Research on Technical Performance
Session 3.1: Runoff Quality and Quantity: What is That Running Off My Green Roof?
Bill Retzlaff, Southern Illinois University Edwardsville and Greenroofs.com G.R.E.E.N. Editor

10:15 AM - 11:45 AM
Track 4 Networking Session
Session 4.2: The Future Directions of Green Roof Research
Room: 303, Baltimore Convention Center.
Panelists: Brad Bass, Environment Canada; Patrick Carey, Hadj Design Group and Greenroofs.com Architecture Editor; Reuben Freed, Greenscreen; & Christine Thuring, Chlorophyllocity/ BCIT and Greenroofs.com Student Editor.

3:45 PM - 5:15 PM
Track 4 Networking Session
Session 4.3: Fire and Wind Uplift and the ANSI Standard, presented by Kelly Luckett, President, Green Roof Blocks and Greenroofs.com The Green Roof Guy

Friday May 2, 2008
8:30 AM - 10:00 AM
Track 2 Case Studies and Design
Session 2.4: Designing Specialized Green Roofs
The 2008 Top Ten Hot Trends in Greenroof Design
Linda Velazquez, Greenroofs.com Publisher & Editor; & Haven Kiers, Greenroofs.com Design Editor

Saturday, May 3, 2008
GRHC 201 Training Course presented by Patrick Carey

See the complete Agenda here.

Make sure to come by and visit Greenroofs.com at our Booth #108 and also please visit our Contributing Editors:
Ed Snodgrass of Emory Knoll Farms Booth # 419 - The Plant Editor
Kelly Luckett of Green Roof Blocks Booth # 519 - The Green Roof Guy
Ralph Velasquez of Tremco Booths # 203 & 205 - The Sustainable Roofing Technologies Editor
George Irwin of Green Living Technologies (GLT) Booth # 620 - The Green Wall Editor

Support Greenroofs.com's Sponsors by visiting these who will be on the Trade Show floor this year:

American Hydrotech - Booth # 201
Conservation Technology - Booths # 401 & 500
GreenGrid - Booth # 403
Green Roof Blocks - Booth # 519
Tremco - Booths # 203 & 205
Xero Flor America - Booths # 218 & 220

And don't forget to visit our other Greenroof Directory Advertisers at the Show, too:

Barrett Roofs - Booth # 301
Carolina Stonecrops - Booth # 405
Colbond - Booth # 302
DC Greenworks - Booth # 104
Green Roof Service - Booth # 318
Green Roofs for Healthy Cities - Booth # 601
International Leak Detection - Booth # 206
LiveRoof - Booth # 504
Moss Acres - Booth # 216
Northeast Solite Corp. - Booth # 418
Rooflite - Booths # 507 & 606
Sika Sarnafil - Booths # 101 & 103
Soprema - Booths # 404 & 406
TectaAmerica Corp. - Booth # 610
Tournesol Siteworks - Booth # 604

Visit the Green Roofs for Healthy Cities Conference website.

April 27-May 1: 2008 APA National Planning Conference, Las Vegas, NV, USA
Source: Department of Planning and Development (DPD), City of Seattle

Las Vegas played host to the American Planning Association's 100th National Planning Conference, Sunday, April 27, through Thursday, May 1, 2008 at the Paris and Bally's in Las Vegas, Nevada . More than 5,500 planners, students, and citizens were expected to enjoy 200-plus conference sessions, mobile workshops, training seminars, and networking opportunities. Come and see how Las Vegas is winning.

The largest planning conference in the world includes a conference just for you. At APA's National Planning Conference you can pick and choose from hundreds of sessions, workshops, and mobile workshops to build your own conference. Use APA's online schedule builder to customize your conference. Or choose one of APA's suggested schedules.

Visit the APA website.

Go Green Expo! A Full Weekend of Green! April 25 - 27 at the Hilton NY in Manhattan
1335 Avenue of the Americas (6th Avenue at 53rd Street)

April 25-27: Go Green Expo NY, New York, New York, USA
Source: Go Green Expo

This inaugural expo was held at the Hilton New York Hotel on 6th Avenue at 53rd Street. Go Green Expo featured the latest eco-friendly products & services that all New Yorkers can learn about as well purchase to help reduce their environmental impact and lead a "greener" life.

BUSINESS SUMMIT • GALA AWARDS DINNER • GO GREEN EXPO

"There are almost always environmentally-friendly alternatives to everyday tasks and products," states Go Green Expo's CEO, Bradford Rand, "we hope to enlighten, entertain and educate both consumers and business owners with ways in which they can do their small part to change the current climate crisis that faces our world today."

Download the Speaker Sessions PDF here.

Make sure to see George Irwin, Greenroofs.com's new Green Wall Editor here for his lecture "Green Walls: Outer Beauty, Inner Function" on April 26, 2008 at 1:00, and visit the Green Living Technologies, LLC (GLT) booth, too.

Visit the Go Green Expo website.

April 21: Ecocity World Summit - Pre-Conference Event – Open to the Public
World View of Warming and How Cities can Save the Earth, San Francisco, CA, USA

Held in conjunction with the Ecocity World Summit, and open to the public, Gary Braasch, photographer and author, Earth Under Fire, How Global Warming is Changing the World (University of California Press, 2007), presented his past and present photographic record of climate change around the world with emphasis on cities, their contributions to the problems of the world’s environment, and whole systems initiatives for change.

When: Monday April 21, 2008 7-9pm

Where: The Herbst Theatre, 401 Van Ness Avenue at McAllister Street

Cost: $15 for general admission, $12 student/senior.

Visit www.cityboxoffice.com to purchase your tickets online.

For more information on the Ecocity World Summit visit www.ecocityworldsummit.org

April 22-26: Ecocity World Summit 2008, San Francisco, CA, USA
Source: Smart Growth America

Throughout Earth Day Week, April 22-26, 2008 in San Francisco, California, the Ecocity World Summit (7th International Ecocity Conference) convened an international community of inspired change-makers; courageous individuals who are addressing problems of the world's environment with thoughtful long-range solutions that are truly sustainable, ecologically healthy and socially just.

The International Ecocity Conference Series brings together the key innovators, decision makers, technologists, businesses and organizations shaping the conversation around ecological and sustainable city, town and village design, planning and development. We intend to put these issues on the economic and environmental agenda for 2008 and beyond.

Ecocity World Summit 2008 Themes
People: population, health, equity, and access
Nature: protecting and restoring the planet’s living systems and agricultural lands
Sustainable Development: land use, transportation, architecture and infrastructure
Economies & Technologies: building the supporting markets, businesses and technologies
Incentives & Support Structures: role of government, organizations, institutions and individuals.

Visit the Ecocity World Summit website.

April 12-13: Seattle Green Festival, Seattle, WA, USA
Source: Department of Planning and Development (DPD), City of Seattle

The Seattle Green Festival took place at the Washington State Convention & Trade Center in Seattle, Washington. Named one of the top 10 green cities in the U.S. in 2005 by National Geographic's The Green Guide, what better place to celebrate what's working in our communities? The City of Seattle is proud to co-host, with the Seattle Office of Sustainability & Environment, the first Northwest Green Festival.

Discover some of the best green products and services the Northwest has to offer. And, through the City's Clean & Green Seattle projects, you'll learn how neighbors, community nonprofits and city departments are working together to make their city a healthier place to live.

Take in more than 300 exhibits
* Shop for everything from eco-fashion and natural home and health products to solar panels and fair trade gifts and crafts. * Discover new techniques and strategies at great how-to workshops.
* Network at green career and green investing sessions.
* Green your home and save energy at the City of Seattle Pavilion.
* Let your kids play at the Organic Valley of Family Farms' Kids' Zone.
* Enjoy organic dining and sample local beers & wines.
* Find local organic produce at the Farmer’s Market.
* Hear great, live local music.

See more than 150 dynamic speakers on 5 stages.

Visit the Green Festivals website.

April 8: Green Drinks NYC, New York, NY, USA
Source: greendrinks.org

WHAT: Green Drinks NYC ~ Every 2nd Tuesday of the month, 100 or so New Yorkers who are interested in exploring all things green and sustainable meet at different fabulous locations around the city. It’s a great chance to mix with other green-minded folks, share info and make new friends. Open to everyone.

WHEN: Tuesday, April 8, 2007, 6 – 10pm.

WHERE: This month at: ~ "Eyebeam," at 540 W. 21st Street, (between 10th and 11th Avenues) New York, NY 10011 Tel. 212.937.6580 web: EyeBeam- FEEDBACK Exhibit

Eyebeam's expansive new exhibition, FEEDBACK, surveys artists, designers, architects and engineers on the topic of sustainability, and presents their responses-19 projects varying from public art projects and industrial design to DIY energy solutions and software tools-to inspire discussion and action on this pervasive (and increasingly commodified) subject.

OPEN BAR: $20 and free copy of David Bach's book "Go Green, Live Rich" for the first 100 attendees.

BONUS: Old clothing donation pickup is available through Wearable Collection, bring down your old jeans and recycle! Also bring your electric bill to sign up for Wind Power.

HOW: Walk, cycle, bus, subway, pedicab, ozocar or taxi (ok if more than two passengers). Just go up to someone and say "are you green?", and you'll be made welcome.

April 6-9: April ASTM 2008 Committee Week, Anaheim, CA, USA
Source: ASTM

The April ASTM 2008 Committee Week for the E06 Performance of Buildings (which includes the Green Roof Task Force) will be held at the Anaheim Marriott Hotel in Anaheim, California on Sunday April 06 2008 - Wednesday April 09, 2008. Open to the public.

Read the Greenroofs.com ASTM Editor, Ralph Velasquez, ASTM Updates column here.

Visit the ASTM website.

April 3-6: CNU XVI, Austin, TX, USA
Source: Smart Growth America

CNU XVI: New Urbanism and the Booming Metropolis took place on April 3 - 6, 2008 at the Austin Convention Center, in Austin, Texas. How do we make New Urbanism flourish in the suburbs and boomtowns of high-growth America? How can regions preserve their local character and environment while creating vital new and renewed communities? From new rail systems to infill transit-oriented development to the downtown high-rise boom, Austin is the place to see how New Urbanism is making a difference on the front lines of American growth. Attend the premier gathering of new urbanists April 3-6, 2008.

Why You Should Come
Connect and collaborate with other new urbanist practitioners
Experience excellent traditional urbanism firsthand though local tours
Learn how practitioners are applying the Charter principles in the field
Stay on the cusp of the latest new urbanist trends
Contribute your own ideas and experience to take New Urbanism to the next level
Learn about new products and the latest innovations at CNU exhibits
The annual Congress for the New Urbanism is the nation’s leading forum dedicated to advancing urbanism and promoting alternatives to sprawl.

New Urbanism is an urban design and development movement dedicated to implementing community-oriented principles of traditional town and city planning in contrast to the prevailing system of formless sprawl. New Urbanist developments are walkable, provide a diverse range of housing options, encourage a rich mix of uses, and provide welcoming public spaces as detailed in the Charter of the New Urbanism.

New Urbanism is an interdisciplinary movement. We welcome developers, architects, landscape architects, town planners, urban designers, engineers, environmental consultants, housing specialists, real estate brokers, regulators, real estate financiers and government officials. Students, community activists and interested members of the public are also encouraged to attend.

Visit the Congress for the New Urbanism website.

March 31-April 2: The International Conference on Intelligent, Green and Energy-efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo, Beijing, China

The fourth International Conference on Intelligent, Green and Energy-efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo was held on 31 March- 2 April, 2008, at the Beijing International Convention Centre in Beijing, China, The International Conference on Intelligent, Green and Energy-efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo, initiated by Ministry of Construction, P. R. China, and co-hosted by the National Development and Reform Commission of China, Ministry of Science and Technology, P. R. China and State Environmental Protection Administration, P. R. China, together with related international governments, organizations and associations, is an international event of great significance. It was initiated in 2005, and has been successfully held for three times.

In the modern world, it is an inevitable tendency that a sustainable development concept is to lead the building field by promoting the development of architecture towards energy efficiency, green building, and intelligent building. As the acceleration of the process of the urbanization and industrialization, China will be the largest building market with a great potential and a prosperous prospect of developing intelligent and green building, and promoting energy efficiency in building field.

Topics

1) Design theory, method and practice of Green building
· Analysis of technical standards and incentive policies for intelligent green buildings
· The latest design theory and optimal practice in constructing intelligent green building

2) Green intelligent buildings
· Related development policies and industrial management treatises
· Key technologies on internet, safe guard, and building automatic-control etc
· Construction of digital communities and office buildings
· The application of new intelligent technologies and products in green building

3) Special eco-technologies for green building
· Allocation of green environment
· Utilization of water resource
· Indoor environment

4) Green building materials
· Advanced energy-efficient ,environment-friendly building materials
· Advanced energy efficient technologies
· Application of recyclable and reproducible building materials

5) Sound development of green building and resident real estate
· Improving policies ,development mode and technological approaches of green intelligent building based on the technological development of China’s residence and real estate industry

6) Engineering practice of existing building energy-saving renovation
· Standards and technical economic policies on energy conservation in buildings
· Technologies and practices of enclosed structure on energy conservation in buildings
· Design and evaluation technology on energy-conservation in buildings
· Testing and statistic method of building energy consumption
· Control technology of heating measurement
· Technology of utilization of natural cooling and heating energy

7) Engineering practice and use of reproducible resources in buildings
· Large scale application of solar energy, geothermal energy, methane in buildings
· Application of reproducible energy in demonstration project

8) Operation and supervision on energy conservation in large public buildings and energy conservation service market
· Energy consumption statistics and energy audit of government office building and large public building in demonstrated domestic cities and provinces and foreign countries
· Energy utilization standard, energy consumption ratio, excess of ratio charge and energy-efficient service

9) Heat-supply system reform and building resource conservation
· Reform of heating price system and heating measurement
· Advanced technologies and products of heating measurement & testing and toll collection system

10) New materials and technologies of external insulation
· Technological system research on external insulation
· Material and product development on external insulation

Visit the International Conference on Intelligent, Green and Energy-efficient Building & New Technologies and Products Expo website.

March 31: 2008 World Green Roof Congress Call for Papers, London, England, UK
Source: Livingroofs.org and CIRIA

CIRIA and LivingRoofs welcomed the submission of abstracts for the 2008 World Green Roof Congress from colleagues with experience on the following two topics (shown below). Guidance on format for abstract submission can be found below. From the submitted abstracts, we will select a number of entries and then notify the authors to provide a full paper – see key dates for submission of full papers. These papers will be presented on Day two of the conference.

All papers and presentations need to be submitted and presented in English.

Lifecycle of implementing green roofs and green walls:
Planning green roofs and green walls
Designing green roofs and green walls
Constructing and managing green roofs and green walls
Local, Regional and National Standards for green roofs and green walls
City and Regional initiatives
Case studies design, client, contractor lead.

Evidence base behind green roofs and green walls:
Performance for biodiversity
Performance for stormwater management
Performance for climate change adaptation
Performance for improving amenity and 'place making'
Financial performance
Other Benefits.

Should you have any questions about the topics or require related information, please contact Dusty Gedge on dusty1@livingroofs.org, Steven Wheeler steven.wheeler@ciria.org, Charles Perkin charles.perkin@ciria.org - tel +44 (0)207 5493300.

Abstract submission guidelines
Submit abstracts to charles.perkin@ciria.org
Please state World Green Roof Congress 2008 Abstract in the title of your email

Due Date: Submission of abstract by authors extended to: 31st March 2008. See the complete submission guidelines - visit the 2008 World Green Roof Congress website.

March 28-30: Better Living Show, Portland, OR, USA
Source: Environmental Services, City of Portland

The Energy Trust Better Living Home Garden & Lifestyle Show is the next generation in consumer events. Learn more about this three-day festival in the months leading up to our Portland debut, March 28-30, held at the Portland Expo Center. You get it. Sustainability is the new word for livability. Balance and harmony are the new touchstones of healthy living. You want to be a more thoughtful consumer. Make a lighter environmental footprint. Take a holistic approach to life. Do just one thing for the planet.

We'll introduce you to businesses and groups in our region that will help you make choices you feel good about. The show highlights seven core topics: lifestyle, home/garden, transportation, food/beverage, clean tech, eco adventure and conservation. All presented in an entertaining way like you've never seen before.

Ed Begley Jr., the star of Living with Ed, appeared on Friday, March 28 on the Sustainable Life Stage.

Visit the Better Living Show website.

March 29: Earth Hour @ 8:00-9:00 p.m. local time, The World
Source: Earth Hour

What do the Sears Tower, Wrigley Field Marquee, Coit Tower and the Georgia Aquarium have in common? They'll all be going dark on March 29th! Thanks to the commitment of leaders in the partner cities, these iconic American sites will join with personal landmarks-your homes, businesses and schools across America - to turn out the lights and take a visible stand against climate change. Thousands of people across America and across the globe have signed up to "turn out" for Earth Hour, an event created by the World Wildlife Fund, on Saturday, March 29, 2008 at 8:00 p.m. your local time. Greenroofs.com has been officially on board since February!

Did you join millions of people around the world in making a statement about climate change by turning off your lights for one hour on Earth Hour? Earth Hour was created by the WWF in Sydney, Australia in 2007, and in one year has grown from an event in one city to a global movement.

In 2008, millions of people, businesses, governments and civic organizations in nearly 200 cities around the globe will turn out for Earth Hour. More than 100 cities across North America will participate, including the U.S. flagships–Atlanta, Chicago, Phoenix and San Francisco–and the Canadian cities of Ottawa, Montreal, Toronto and Vancouver.

Visit the Earth Hour North America website, and check out the new video with Emmy-award winning actor Jeremy Piven.

March 16: Amazing Waterfront Homes Episode on HGTV
Source: HGTV.com

See Amazing Waterfront Homes: Episode HWFH1-S08 on HGTV. Take a tour of some of America's most beautiful and unique homes on the water with this Gallery of 10 Amazing Waterfront Homes. Visit spectacular dwellings built next to lakes, oceans, rivers and bays, and meet the homeowners whose lifestyle is all about living by the water. In particular, the beautiful Big Sur Retreat of homeowners Zack and Langka Treadwell, designed by MaryAnn Schicketanz, architect with Carver + Schickentanz, sprouts a living roof of native California vegetation.

Visit the HGTV TV Specials website.

March 12-14: GLOBE 2008 International Conference & Trade Fair on the Business of the Environment, Vancouver, BC, Canada
Source: RenewableEnergyAccess.com

The GLOBE 2008 International Conference & Trade Fair on the Business of the Environment was held on March 12-14, in Vancouver, British Columbia, at the Canada Vancouver Convention & Exhibition Centre at Canada Place. The GLOBE series of events is dedicated to bringing together professionals from the environment sector. Every two years, corporate executives, government representatives, environmental senior managers, urban planners and financial executives meet to discuss emerging priorities and opportunities in the business of the environment, and to discover the newest environmental technologies.

The tenth in the series, GLOBE 2008 will host 10,000 participants, 2,000 conference delegates, 400 exhibitors, 200 speakers and dozens of international delegations from over 70 countries.

The Trade Fair will showcase over 40,000 sq ft of the latest technologies and services from across the world in areas of interest to environmental companies: Renewable Energies but also Waste Management, Water Pollution, Green Buildings and more. Don't loose this opportunity to network with the world's greatest corporate, environmental and government leaders from North America, Latin America, Asia and Europe.

Visit the GLOBE 2008 website.

March 12: Greenprints 2008 Visionary Dinner, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Source: Southface Energy Institute

The Greenprints 2008 Visionary Dinner evening event featured a VIP reception, keynote address, the presentation of The Argon Award for Success in Sustainability and an exquisite five-course gourmet meal paired with sustainable wines. The food for the dinner will be provided by event sponsor Whole Foods and prepared by an exceptional team of renowned local chefs.

Green building luminary Rick Fedrizzi announced as the 2008 Visionary Dinner Keynote Speaker. Southface is proud to announce distinguished green building leader Rick Fedrizzi, president, CEO and founding chairman of the U.S. Green Building Council as the 2008 Visionary Dinner Keynote Speaker. The Visionary Dinner, hosted by Southface and the Metro Atlanta Chamber of Commerce, will be held on March 12 at the Georgia Aquarium. This is the kick-off event commencing the two-day Greenprints conference and trade show on March 13-14, 2008 at the Westin Peachtree Plaza Hotel.

Download the Southface Visionary Dinner Keynote Press Release of 2.04.08 here, and the Visionary Dinner Fact Sheet 2008 here.

You can get more information or register now for either event: www.greenprints.org and www.southface.org/visionarydinner.

March 13-14: Greenprints Conference & Green Trade Show, Atlanta, Georgia, USA
Source: Southface Energy Institute

GREENPRINTS GREEN CONFERENCE AND GREEN TRADESHOW 2008 will be held on March 13 - 14, 2008 at the Westin Peachtree Plaza in Atlanta, GA. Greenprints, now in its tenth year, showcases the latest sustainable design and construction strategies from leading practitioners in commercial and residential building and land use planning. The audience includes professionals in architecture, interior design, engineering, construction, land use planning, facilities management and real estate development. In addition, Greenprints appeals to policy makers, educators, students and journalists.

Greenprints presentations strengthen the conference’s take-home value and provide attendees with real examples and tools of how to design and operate sustainable buildings and communities.

We are evaluating presentations on topics related to the following:

• residential, commercial and mixed use development trends
• innovative financing for green buildings and developments
• effective design and construction strategies to ensure successful green outcomes
• Integrated Design Approach and building a green team
• market forces driving the green building sector, including federal, state and local incentives and mandates
• human scale design, creating walkable communities and architecture
• ecological construction and deconstruction principles
• tools that will help attendees anticipate growing customer demands for environmentally responsible building while expanding their business, operating, and market capacity for green projects

In addition, we are reviewing case studies from throughout the Southeast for a dedicated session examining high performance buildings in the region. Case study presentations will be approximately 30 minutes in length.

In our efforts to keep Greenprints affordable, we ask that our speakers donate their time and provide their own transportation and accommodations. Southface does provide a complimentary conference registration, including meals and receptions.

Linda Velazquez, ASLA Associate, LEED AP, publisher/editor of Greenroofs.com, and Alan Wieczynski, RLA, ASLA, LEED AP Landscape Architect with Breedlove Land Planning, Inc. will be presenting a case study of Rock Mill Park in Alpharetta, GA on Thursday, March 13, 2008 as part of the "Innovative and Integrated Stormwater Management Strategies" session at 2:30 - 4:00 pm.

WHEN: Thursday, March 13, 2008
Friday, March 14, 2008

WHERE: The Westin Peachtree Plaza
210 Peachtree Street
Atlanta, GA 30303

WHY: Greenprints is the leading Southeast green conference and green tradeshow providing green building professionals, and product manufacturers an opportunity to directly address the green building community on the latest environmental technologies and sustainable design strategies.

MORE: For more info, contact Stephanie Connell at sconnell@southface.org or call 404.604.3596. To learn more about Greenprints go to www.greenprints.org.

March 11-13: NESEA BuildingEnergy08, Boston, MA, USA
Source: NESEA

Presented by the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA), BuildingEnergy08 was held on March 11-13 at the Seaport Hotel and World Trade Center in Boston, Massachusetts. The Practice of Sustainability: Tools, Actions & Solutions. BuildingEnergy08 is where you belong! We want you to discover why BuildingEnergy08 promises to be your best opportunity to gather and share ideas with the renewable energy and green building professionals who are shaping the Practice of Sustainability. We believe that your practice is part of that picture. We've invited thought and practice leaders to inspire, challenge, enlighten, and inform you. We expect you to engage them, and each other, in our common pursuit of sustainability's best practices.

Recommended for architects, engineers, builders, building systems designers and owners, facility managers, developers, investors, real estate professionals, municipal & building code officials, sustainability coordinators, policy makers, planners and students.

Alex Wilson, Executive Editor, Environmental Building News, Inc., Keynote Speaker, at the Plenary Session, Wednesday, March 12, 8:45 a.m.

Visit the NESEA website.

March 2-9: 2008 Philadelphia Flower Show, Philadelphia, PA, USA
Source: The Philadelphia Flower Show

The 2008 Philadelphia Flower Show's "Jazz It Up!" theme ran from March 2 to March 9, 2008 at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in Philadelphia, PA. From the Roaring '20s to New Orleans' French Quarter, the 2008 Philadelphia Flower Show inspired people to jazz it up.

"Jazz It Up" will celebrate the birthplace of jazz and much more, as exhibitors take gardening to the next level with pumped-up versions of New Orleans walled courtyards, cast iron balconies, fountains and canals. If you like music, there will also be the toe-tapping sounds of great Jazz legends. Show proceeds, including tickets and sponsorship contributions, support The Pennsylvania Horticultural Society, including its acclaimed urban greening program, Philadelphia Green.

A living roof and other sustainable ideas will be celebrated in A-Maze-in-Green, a maze that's part of the PG/Bidwell garden on the convention center's first floor.

Visit the Philadelphia Flower Show website.

March 7: Deadline Extended to Participate in the Greenroofs.com 2008 Greenroof Design Trends Survey
Source: Greenroofs.com

Linda S. Velazquez, ASLA Associate, LEED AP, Greenroofs.com Publisher & Design Consultant and Haven Kiers, MLA, Greenroofs.com Design Editor, want your unique perspective to help us determine which greenroof projects will not only take us into 2008 with a bang, but also beyond.

The rise of green, eco-friendly agendas continues to proliferate across global industries and boundaries. Greenroofs are fast becoming green staples of chic sustainability in mainstream architecture and high performance building. What are the new and exciting projects on the boards? We want you to share your opinions and experience of the latest and greatest international greenroof design trends! We'll tabulate your feedback and include it along with our own ideas for the second yearly installment of our "2008 Top Ten Hot Trends in Greenroof Design." We'll be presenting the Top Ten List at the next Greening Rooftops for Sustainable Communities Conference in Baltimore, MD, on April 30-May 2, 2008.

Communicate your personal beliefs, passion, and what you see as spirit of innovation with our 2008 Greenroof Design Trends Survey! Write as much or as little as you want. If you'd like to send graphics, send to: surveys@greenroofs.com. We would appreciate your reply by March 7, 2008.

Go to the 2008 Greenroof Design Trends Survey.

March 3: Roofscapes' Annual Seminar “Achieving Results: The Science of Successful Green Roofs,” Washington, D.C., USA
Source: Roofscapes, Inc.

Roofscapes held its annual seminar "Succeeding in the Maturing American Green Roof Industry: New Tools and Strategies" on March 3, 2008, at the Willard InterContinental Hotel, Washington, D.C. Each spring, Roofscapes, Inc. presents a technical green roof seminar in which we review the latest developments in the industry. This year we held our seminar in Washington, D.C. Our featured speaker this year was Dr. Erik Ristenpart, who wrote the R-WIN computer program, which is used widely in Germany to assess the contribution of green roofs and other best management practices in managing storm water runoff from new developments.

Agenda

9:00 Registration / Continental Breakfast
9:30 Welcome
9:45 Sun, Wind, Light and Rainfall (and elbow grease)
Charlie Miller, P.E., President, Roofscapes, Inc.

Mr. Miller summarizes observations of over 50 green roof projects, some of them now 10 years old. He focuses on the influence of microclimatic factors in determining outcomes and on the critical role of maintenance.

10:15 Role of Plants in Achieving Green Roof Performance
Dr. Berghage, Green Roof Research Center, Pennsylvania State University
(also representing the Agricultural Analytical Services Laboratory)

Dr. Berghage discusses the role of plants in achieving the sought-after benefits of runoff management and energy modulation in green roofs. He also addresses the importance of material testing and project monitoring.

11:00 Predicting Energy Benefits
Dr. Brad Bass, Institute for Environmental Studies, Adaptation and Impacts Research Group, Environment Canada

The Institute for Environmental Studies has successfully implemented a subroutine for the ESP-r that allows the influence of green roofs to be incorporated in building envelope energy modeling. Dr. Bass discusses his conclusions about energy benefits in a variety of settings and address the challenges in conducting energy modeling of green roofs.

11:45 Lunch

12:15 Interactive Site-Wide Stormwater Modeling (FEATURED SPEAKER)
Dr. Erik Ristenpart, IFS-Hannover

IFS-Hannover has developed an interactive computer program that allows green roofs to be evaluated in combination with a wide range of related Best Management Practices, including infiltration measures, rainwater harvesting and reuse. This approach involves long-term simulations to generate statistical outputs using local rainfall data. Dr. Ristenpart demonstrates the program using rainfall data from Washington, D.C. He also describes how this type of modeling has been used by municipal authorities in Germany.

1:15 Role of Irrigation in Green Roof Design
Charlie Miller, P.E., Roofscapes, Inc.

Irrigation plays an important role to play in many projects, especially when energy benefits are an important design objective or where native plant assemblages are desired. Base-level irrigation techniques offer efficient, low-maintenance options. Mr. Miller presents a variety of applications of base-level irrigation.

2:00 Break

A chance to talk to the speakers and increase both your green roof IQ and blood sugar levels.

2:30 Living Walls
Michael Furbish, Furbish Company

Living walls offer a sustainable solution for building climate control and air filtration. Mr. Furbish will discuss the principles of interior living wall design and present an exciting case study of a project his firm has installed in the Washington, D.C. area.

2:50 What Lies Below
Steven Gordon, PPSI

Mr. Gordon presents waterproofing solutions for a wide range of green roof situations.

3:10 Accountability in Green Roof Design and Implementation
Charlie Miller, P.E., Roofscapes, Inc.

This session focuses on material testing and includes an overview of a valuable product certification program. Mr. Miller also presents field-tested solutions for projects facing challenges from high wind velocities and steep pitches.

3:30 Green Roof Policy and Regulation in our Region
Melissa Muroff, Esq., Roofscapes, Inc.

Ms. Muroff addresses the practical side of implementing cost effective programs that foster the use of green roofs and other Best Management Practices in our region.

4:00 Close

Register online (with credit card via PayPal)
Register offline (mail check to Roofscapes, Inc.)

Questions: Contact Tamika Hinson, 215.247.8784, thinson@roofmeadow.com.

Visit the Roofscapes, Inc. website.

February 26-28: Innovations for the Built Environment 2008, London, England

Innovations for the Built Environment exhibition will be held at Earls Court in London, UK on February 26-28, 2008 and includes Ecobuild, Futurebuild and Cityscape. Ecobuild is Europe's biggest event dedicated to sustainable design, construction and the built environment and contains biggest showcase of sustainable construction products in the UK – more than 500 exhibitors and thousands of products and services. If you're interested in urban design and the public realm, a visit to Cityscape will give you a fresh perspective. If you are interested in offsite and innovations in construction, a visit to Futurebuild will give you a fresh perspective.

Whatever your interest in sustainable design, construction and the built environment, a visit to Ecobuild will give you a fresh perspective.

Want to learn? Over 100 individual conference and seminar sessions are yours, most of which are free.

Want to find new products? Take your pick from 500+ exhibitors.

Looking for inspiration? Find it in one of the thought-provoking new attractions.

Want to voice an opinion? The floor is yours in The Arena.

Need a shortcut to the big issues? Take a tour around the hottest issues – zero carbon, water management, renewables, natural materials, urban design, offsite.

3 days, 500 exhibitors, 100 information sessions, 500 expert speakers, 20,000 visitors – see things differently.

Read:
Show preview: Innovations for the Built Environment
Contract Journal, by James Stagg
February 6, 2008

London, England. "...At this year's Innovations for the Built Environment exhibition (Earls Court, 26-28 February) - which includes Ecobuild, Futurebuild and Cityscape - more manufacturers than ever will be present to push the benefits of green roofs. Laying down the case for green roofs alongside them will be Dusty Gedge, a long-time campaigner, who will be detailing their advantages and opportunities as part of the show's seminar programme..."

Visit the Innovations for the Built Environment 2008 website.

February 20-24: 2008 Northwest Flower & Garden Show, Seattle, WA, USA
Source: Patrick Carey, hadj Design

You were invited to join the fun at this year's annual celebration. An entertaining floral funfest for you and your friends. Thousands upon thousands of flowers and plants with all their rich colors, fragrances and textures. Six acres of inspiring gardens, free seminars for all gardening levels, and shopping at 350 exhibits all strictly related to gardening, outdoor living and gardeners.

DIG IN to our FREE seminars and learn how to create livable outdoor spaces and luscious gardens for year-round sanctuary. Here’s your chance to get the scoop on over 110 exciting topics, for both the novice gardener and the veteran plant collector. Discover ways to design small space gardens, beautify your condo balcony, develop family-friendly outdoor living space or downsize a large garden for ease and simplicity. We have talks on containers, water features, patio-building, composting, floral arranging, trees, shrubs, vines, perennials, groundcovers and more – we’ve got it covered! Our speakers will show you how to solve landscaping problems and inspire new gardening creativity.

On Saturday, February 23, make sure you attend the "Green Roofs & Living Walls: The Latest Trend in Environmental Design" by Patrick Carey, Owner, hadj Design & green roof specialist (and Architecture Editor here at Greenroofs.com) in the Hood Room.

Visit the 2008 Northwest Flower & Garden Show website.

February 19-23: NRCA Convention & International Roofing Expo 2008, Las Vegas, NV, USA
Source: NRCA

NRCA's 121st Annual Convention and International Roofing Expo 2008 was held Feb 19-23, 2008, in Las Vegas, Nevada. Held in conjunction with Hanley Wood's International Roofing Expo (IRE), NRCA's 121st Annual Convention provides you with great ideas, innovative solutions, and the opportunity to connect and re-connect with great people.

During the expo, attendees will have the opportunity to attend a variety of educational programs and speeches, as well as peruse the trade-show floor where roofing-related product manufacturers exhibit their wares. In addition, attendees can network with fellow roofing professionals from around the world; see the newest industry products, equipment and services; and learn from the industry's leading experts.

Visit the NRCA website.

February 21: Toronto Botanical Garden's Green Roof Conference, Toronto, Canada
Source: Terry McGlade, Gardens in the Sky

Toronto Botanical Garden hosted a conference on Green Roofs on February 21, 2008. The conference is targeted to the professional designer, horticulturist, building construction professional, engineer, urban planner and the keen homeowner who would like to be able to get the complete picture on the how’s and why’s of green roofs and to meet the people who can do all aspects of the work. The content covered design, plants, biodiversity and technical considerations. The day culminated in a cocktail reception designed to allow people to network and meet the professionals.

Toronto Botanical Garden is committed to minimizing the environmental impact of the Green Roof Conference through:

· Decreasing the amount of solid waste produced by the event
· Reducing energy and water consumption at the event
· Minimizing or off-setting harmful emissions resulting from vehicular transportation and energy consumption in association with the event
· Disposing of solid and liquid waste in an environmentally responsible manner
· Eliminating the use of harmful chemicals at or for the event.

Speakers:

Opening Remarks
Joe Pantalone, City of Toronto

Keynote Speaker
TBD

Best Practices for Green Roofs: 30 Years of Advanced Green Roof Technology
Jörg Breuning, Green Roof Service, LLC

Green Roofs for Healthy Cities: What We Do
Steven Peck, Green Roofs for Healthy Cities

Horticulture & The Rooftop Environment
Rick Buist, Landsource Organix Ltd.

Designing Green Roofs and Roof Gardens: How to Achieve our Objectives
Marie-Anne Boivin, Soprema Canada

Lunch & Keynote Speaker
Plants for Green Roofs
Ed Snodgrass, Emory Knoll Farms Inc.

Getting the Real Dirt on Vegetated Roofs
Scott Wylie, Wytech Building Envelope Solutions Inc.

Green Roofs I Have Known and Loved
Terry McGlade, Perennial Gardens Corp. & Gardens in the Sky

Practical Considerations on the Design and Installation of Green Roofs: The Waterproofing Challenge
Douglas Fishburn, Fishburn Building Sciences Group Inc.

Design & Installation of the Green Roof on the Award Winning ASLA Building in Washington, DC
Stephen Noone, Michael van Valkenburgh Associates Inc.

Ecological Modeling on Green Roofs
Mathis Natvik, Natvik Ecological

Visit the Toronto Botanical Garden, and Green Roofs Conference website.

February 15: The 2008 Federal Environmental Symposia Call for Presentations, USA
Source: Office of the Federal Environmental Executive (OFEE)

The 2008 Federal Environmental Symposia Call for Presentations is now closed and ran through Friday, February 15, 2008. Presentation opportunities are open to the Federal community: employees, contractors serving in direct support roles to Federal agencies (and presenting topics solely related to these functions), and individuals from industry, academia, and state and local governments working on Federally-focused projects or participating in Federal partnerships (and presenting topics solely related to these functions).

This year's Symposia will continue to focus on meeting the goals of Executive Order (EO) 13423 while expanding into additional areas of interest and concern. The overarching theme for this year is how EO 13423 is progressing. In an effort to reach more of the Federal community, there will be two Symposia:

Symposium East - Bethesda, MD: June 2-4, 2008
Symposium West - Big Sky, MT: June 17-19, 2008

Symposium East will be held June 2-4, 2008, supported by the Office of the Federal Environmental Executive and hosted by the National Institutes of Health in Bethesda, MD. Symposium West will follow on June 17-19, and is supported by the Office of the Federal Environmental Executive, sponsored by the Commander Navy Region Southwest Integrated Solid Waste Program and hosted by Yellowstone National Park. To make these Symposia a success, please consider participating in one or both of the conferences as a presenter - to convey information, generate discussion, and highlight your organization's own achievements and challenges in this extensive field. Presentation categories include:

*Environmental Management Systems
*Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction
*Sustainability/Green Buildings: Low-impact development/Stormwater management (e.g., pervious pavement, green roofs)
*Green Purchasing
*Pollution Prevention and Toxics
*Fleet Petroleum Reduction and Alternative Fuel Use
*Recycling/Waste Management
*Energy
*Electronics Stewardship
*General Interest/Miscellaneous

See the List of Potential Topics (.doc file). With such a broad array of topics, these events promise to be exciting and informative gatherings.

It is important to note again that this is limited to Feds and those working on Federally-focused projects. We are not looking for anything sales related! Presentation opportunities are open to Federal employees, contractors serving in direct support roles to Federal agencies (and presenting topics solely related to these functions), and individuals from industry, academia, and state and local governments working on Federally-focused projects or participating in Federal partnerships (and presenting topics solely related to these functions). Selected presenters will be notified beginning March 10, 2008.

Visit the FedCenter website.

February 14: 6th International FBB Green Roof Symposia 2008, Ditzingen, Germany
Internationales FBB-Gründach-Symposium - Neues aus Forschung und Praxis
Source: EFB

Presented by the EFB - European Federation of Green Roof Associations, the 6th International Green Roof Symposia 2008 was held on the 14th of February 2008 at the Town Hall in Ditzingen, Germany. Symposia with contributions of research and practice. Presented in German.

Contact Info:
Application E: info@fbb.de or T: 0049 (0) 681 9880570

See the programme here (in German).

Read more from the FBB in German here, and visit the EFB - European Federation of Green Roof Associations website.

February 12: Green Drinks NYC, New York, NY, USA
Source: greendrinks.org

COST: $10 suggested donation.

POWER: Bring your electric bill, sign up for Wind Power and your entrance is free! So far Green Drinks has helped close to 300 people switch over to Wind Energy.

HOW: Walk, cycle, bus, subway, pedicab, ozocar or taxi (ok if more than two passengers). Just go up to someone and say "are you green?", and you'll be made welcome.

February 9-12: US Composting Council Conference & Trade Show, Oakland, CA, USA
Source: US Composting Council

The Largest Conference & Exhibition in North America for the Composting, Wood Waste, & Organics Recycling Industry was held at the Oakland City Center Marriott in Oakland, California. Featuring 10 Pre-conference Training Courses and Workshops | Outstanding Conference Program with more than 100 Educational & Technical Presentations | Trade Show with more than 100 Exhibitors | "Live" Equipment Demonstrations by 20 Equipment Manufacturers.

This is the most comprehensive program available anywhere, featuring more than 100 Educational & Technical Sessions, 10 Training Courses & Workshops, more than 100 Exhibitors, and "Live" Equipment Demonstrations by