BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Missouri Gateway Green Building Council - ECPv6.15.15//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Missouri Gateway Green Building Council X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Missouri Gateway Green Building Council REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20240310T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20241103T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250421T110000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250411T161015Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T161015Z UID:10000375-1745229600-1745233200@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:BE-Ex STL - Data Verifier Training DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n\n\nJoin BE-Ex STL for a Data Verifier Training! \nREGISTER NOW \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/be-ex-stl-data-verifier-training-4/ LOCATION:Commerce Bank Center for Science Education (CBEC)\, 4651 Shaw\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Energy Efficiency,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250422T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20241205T180436Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T214854Z UID:10000311-1745334000-1745337600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Missouri Green Schools 301: Waste\, Water\, and Energy Audits DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will cover how to conduct a waste\, water\, and energy audit at your school. While this session is open to enrolled schools at any level\, these are more advanced skills and we recommend this session for Level Sprout and above. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nCODE OF CONDUCT: \nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/missouri-green-schools-301-waste-water-and-energy-audits/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250501T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250408T220655Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T221957Z UID:10000076-1746117000-1746122400@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Emerging Professional Happy Hour @ 4 Hands + Peacemaker Kirkwood DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAs emerging professionals (EP) it’s difficult to grasp all the possibilities and potential your career holds. Enjoy a pint of your favorite beverage at various Green Dining Alliance (GDA) certified locations every 1st Thursday @ 4:30 – 6:00 pm. This monthly happy hour event is for all community members to network with local green building and sustainability professionals while discussing opportunities to serve our communities. \nWHERE: 4 Hands + Peacemaker Kirkwood\, 150 W. Argonne Ave\, Kirkwood MO 63122 \nReduce your carbon impact: Connect with the Metro!  \nAll are welcome. Bring a colleague\, friend\, family or community member to meet and network with Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members and non-members\, and other emerging professionals while enjoying a beverage together and building your Green Buildings Are Better community! \nHOSTED BY Your Engagement & Outreach Committee! \nREGISTER NOW \nQUESTIONS? \nContact Missouri Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org or 314-577-0854 \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE\nRegistration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/emerging-professional-happy-hour-a-local-gda-certified-location-18-11/ CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/emerging-professionals.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250502T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250411T164151Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T164152Z UID:10000336-1746187200-1746190800@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:First Friday Webinar - New Launch for Real Estate Portfolios: Accelerating Action\, Performance\, and Verification DESCRIPTION:USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2025 – but this year with a twist! We’ll still gather online over midday on the First Friday of each month for leading-edge education\, but in 2025\, we’ll alternate live education sessions with highly rated\, previously recorded sessions from past USGBC programming. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! \nThese courses are available for anyone to attend\, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! \nAccess the webinar registration and code here. You will be prompted to login to access the code. Once you enter your login details\, it will take you to your Member Dashboard. From there\, click Member Only Benefits from the left-hand side menu to view the list of benefits and access code for the First Friday Webinars. You can use the code to register for one or more of the first Friday webinars. Questions? Reach out to your MO Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org. \nREGISTER FOR THE MAY 2 WEBINAR \nMay 2 | New Launch for Real Estate Portfolios: Accelerating Action\, Performance\, and Verification \nThe urgency of global challenges requires the green building community to accelerate action across new and existing building portfolios. To achieve sustainable and resilience commitments\, USGBC and GBCI are scaling our expertise and products to support not just buildings\, but entire real estate portfolios. \nUSGBC and GBCI have gathered expertise from more than 100 real estate portfolio owners and managers to launch a third-party verification of key sustainability performance metrics for real estate portfolios. In the first of several planned releases\, the new verification provides a supplement to the rapidly evolving sustainability and climate reporting landscape. \nThis session features practical insights and tools from portfolio managers across diverse building types and new tools to drive large-scale improvements at the portfolio-level. Attendees will hear on-the-ground examples of how portfolios are making progress towards short- and long-term goals and the benefits of providing verified transparency to their stakeholders. \nBuilding portfolios looking to scale up their work should attend this session\, especially for small—to medium-sized organizations\, asset managers\, business units or brands\, privately held portfolios\, and public sector portfolios. \nREGISTER FOR THE MAY 2 WEBINAR \n2025 Schedule \n\nJune 6 | Live | Green Finance Tools and Resources\nJuly 11 | Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal\nAugust 1 | Live | LEEDv5 Updates and Discussion\nSeptember 5 | Digging into SITES\nOctober 3 | Live | TRUE Total Resource Management\nNovember 7 | Equity at Scale: Exploring LEED’s Role in Creating More Just Buildings and Communities\nDecember 5 | Live | Information Forthcoming\nJanuary 2026 | Getting Green for Green: Using Sustainable Finance Strategies for Green Building Investments URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/first-friday-webinars-13-17-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250506T160000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20241205T181358Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250212T214828Z UID:10000312-1746543600-1746547200@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Missouri Green Schools 401: Pillars of Green Ribbon DESCRIPTION:In this session\, we will cover the three pillars of the US Department of Education Green Ribbon Award: \n\nReduce environmental impact and costs\nImprove the health and wellness of schools\, students\, staff\, and community\nProvide effective environmental education\n\nThis session is open for all MGS enrolled schools\, however this is most applicable to those schools who are planning on seeking recognition as a US Department of Education Green Ribbon Award Winner. \nCLICK HERE TO REGISTER \nCODE OF CONDUCT: \nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/missouri-green-schools-401-pillars-of-green-ribbon/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250508 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250509 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250425T194329Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250428T150620Z UID:10000392-1746662400-1746748799@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Give STL Day DESCRIPTION:We are excited to once again participate in Give STL Day! Please consider making a donation to Missouri Gateway Green Building Council to help support our work to connect people\, places and planet for a healthier and greener future.\n\nEvery May\, the St. Louis region comes together to collectively support over one thousand local nonprofits. On Give STL Day\, every St. Louisan has the opportunity to join their friends\, neighbors\, and coworkers by making a donation to the nonprofits that do so much for our community. Give STL Day was created by the St. Louis Community Foundation in 2014. In its 11 year history\, Give STL Day has raised more than $34 million for thousands of local nonprofits! URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/give-stl-day/ LOCATION:online CATEGORIES:Community & Member,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T083000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T100000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250321T154205Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T154206Z UID:10000358-1747125000-1747130400@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:BE-Ex STL - Benchmarking 101 DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n\n\nJoin BE-Ex STL for Benchmarking 101! \nREGISTER NOW \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/be-ex-stl-benchmarking-101-4/ LOCATION:Commerce Bank Center for Science Education (CBEC)\, 4651 Shaw\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Energy Efficiency,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T103000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250321T154323Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T154324Z UID:10000364-1747130400-1747132200@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:BE-Ex STL - Data Verification 101 DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n\n\nJoin BE-Ex STL for Data Verification 101! \nREGISTER NOW \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/be-ex-stl-data-verification-101-4/ LOCATION:Commerce Bank Center for Science Education (CBEC)\, 4651 Shaw\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Energy Efficiency,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T103000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T120000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250321T154448Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250321T154449Z UID:10000370-1747132200-1747137600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:BE-Ex STL - Data Jam DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW\n\n\nJoin BE-Ex STL for a Data Jam! \nREGISTER NOW \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/be-ex-stl-data-jam-4/ LOCATION:Commerce Bank Center for Science Education (CBEC)\, 4651 Shaw\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Energy Efficiency,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250513T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250228T214315Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250506T190841Z UID:10000351-1747155600-1747162800@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Evening Program - Annual Green Building Showcase DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW!  \nJoin us for our Annual Green Building Showcase! Each year we highlight 3-4 key projects in the region that are helping to foster sustainable\, prosperous and healthy places to live\, work and learn. This year\, we’ll take a look at projects previously featured in past showcases to see how they are currently performing. Our invited presenters will share stories about the successes and realities of operating and occupying these buildings after construction. How are these projects performing 10 to 15 years later – both operationally and experientially – compared to original sustainability or LEED targets and goals? Presenters will explore lessons learned in the transition from construction to owner takeover and the reality of keeping efficiency and conservation methods in place during real use\, drawing from both lived experience and performance data\, where available. \n Featured Projects + Presenters: \n\nCrossroads College Prep | Howard Granok\, Science Department Chair\n2008 LEED Platinum Development in JeffVanderLou | Josh Smith\, Director of Construction\, Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis\n@4240 Duncan at Cortex | Ben Daugherty\, Operations and Sustainability Project Manager\, Cortex Innovation District\nJanuary Hall at Washington University | James Roseberry\, Director of Sustainability\, Trivers + Jim Kappeler\, Senior Principal\, IMEG\nNational Great Rivers Research and Education Center | Jessica Mohlman\, Director of Environmental Education\n\nREGISTER NOW!  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Crossroads College Prep\, Presented by Howard Granok\, Science Department Chair \nCrossroads is a middle and high school located in the Skinker-DeBaliviere neighborhood. In 2006\, Crossroads undertook a renovation and expansion of their building. Project priorities included recycling\, reusing and sourcing local materials\, and improving energy efficiency and indoor air quality. The school received LEED Platinum certification in 2010 – the first LEED certified school in the St. Louis metro area and the 6th Platinum certified school in the US. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n 2008 LEED Platinum Development in JeffVanderLou\, Presented by Josh Smith\, Director of Construction\, Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis \nIn 2008\, Habitat for Humanity built 27 homes in the JeffVanderLou neighborhood as part of its larger neighborhood revitalization effort. The 27 homes were built to LEED certification standards as part of a Habitat International pilot grant program funded by Home Depot Foundation to build homes that qualified as LEED-certified or Energy Star homes. The development was recognized with LEED Platinum certification and was the third largest LEED Platinum Development in the US at the time. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Howard Granok\, Science Department Chair\, Crossroads College Prep \nRalph is an architect\, LEED Fellow and principal at Hellmuth + Bicknese Architects. Ralph is passionate about integrating design excellence with exemplary environmental performance to evoke positive impact and enrich life – at scale. Ralph is a mentor to students and professionals and a frequent lecturer/presenter on sustainability in design. He has served on several sustainability committees locally and nationally and has participated in several sustainability master plans\, 55 LEED projects\, including at several of the region’s major cultural and educational institutions\, and several seeking Living Building Challenge\, zero-positive energy\, and SITES certifications. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Josh Smith\, Director of Construction\, Habitat for Humanity Saint Louis \nJoshua Smith is the Director of Construction for Habitat for Humanity with over a decade of experience working in every aspect of the residential construction process. Joshua came to Habitat Saint Louis after founding\, owning\, and operating his own construction and rehabilitation company\, SmithCO. Contracting & Consulting. Joshua has worked as a laborer\, tradesman\, and project manager. As graduate of Rhodes College\, Joshua’s Bachelor of Arts degree studies focused on environmentalism\, urban planning\, and community development. Joshua now channels his passion for sustainable housing into the construction of new and rehabbed homes for Habitat Saint Louis homebuyers. \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n @4240 Duncan at Cortex\, Presented by Ben Daugherty\, Operations and Sustainability Project Manager\, Cortex Innovation District \n@4240 Duncan is the anchor office building for the Cortex Innovation District. Constructed in 1947 as a telephone assembly warehouse and listed on the National Register\, the building was renovated in 2015. The project team worked to preserve the history and character of the original structure while converting it to high-performance multi-tenant lab and office facility. @4240 Duncan received LEED Platinum certification in 2014 for its use of renewable building materials and energy efficiency measures\, including a solar array. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n January Hall at Washington University\, Presented by James Roseberry\, Director of Sustainability\, Trivers and Jim Kappeler\, Senior Principal\, IMEG \nJanuary Hall is a 3-story academic building at Washington University in St. Louis constructed in the 1922. In 2020\, the building underwent a major renovation to modernize the building and bring the building in line with campus sustainability standards. Renovations included administrative offices\, classrooms\, and the East Asian Library. An old lecture hall was transformed into an active learning classroom\, and an expansion to the lower level added a new seminar room and bathrooms. January Hall received LEED Platinum Certification in 2020\, and was the campus’s first project certified under LEED v4 Commercial Interiors rating system. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Ben Daugherty\, Operations and Sustainability Project Manager\, Cortex Innovation District \nBen is a passionate advocate for applying sustainable initiatives at work and at home. He previously managed the Green Dining Alliance program of earthday365 and volunteers on the MGGBC’s education committee. After obtaining a LEED Green Associate certification he pursued work at Cortex to learn how sustainable policy can be applied to real estate development and green spaces in urban areas. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n James Roseberry\, AIA\, CDT\, LEED AP BD+C\, Director of Sustainability\, Trivers \nJames is the Director of Sustainability and an Associate with Trivers. He is experienced in historic renovation\, adaptive reuse\, and technical spaces. He has also served a key role on many impactful projects in the St. Louis area. He has contributed to a number of Trivers’ sustainable projects\, including the renovation of January Hall at Washington University\, which received LEED Gold certification. James serves on the Planning Group of the BuildingGreen Small Firm Sustainable Design Leaders Peer Network. He is a member of the American Institute of Architects and the Missouri Gateway Green Building Council\, currently serving as chair of the MGGBC board of directors and on the Education Committee. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jim Kappeler\, PE\, LEED AP\, Senior Principal\, IMEG \nJim Kappeler is a Senior Principal and Senior Client Executive in the St. Louis office where he leads an MEP team focused on the education\, government\, and corporate markets. Jim also helps to oversee teams located in Chicago\, Denver\, Las Vegas\, Reno\, Pasadena\, and San Diego. Jim has been with IMEG since graduating from Iowa State University in 2000 with a bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering. Jim is experienced in developing facility assessments\, master plans\, system concepts\, alternate system designs\, sustainable design options\, cost estimates\, life cycle costs\, and phasing plans while overseeing interdisciplinary coordination and quality control for some of the firm’s most complex renovation\, expansion\, and infrastructure upgrade projects. \n  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (Jerry F. Costello Confluence Field Station)\, Presented by Jessica Mohlman\, Director of Environmental Education\, NGRREC \nThe National Great Rivers Research and Education Center is located at the confluence of the Illinois\, Missouri and Mississippi Rivers in Alton\, Illinois. Construction began in 2008 on the Confluence Field Station\, which was designed to be a model of green construction with minimal environmental impact\, integrated renewable energy systems and internal recycling systems. The 32\,000-square-foot research facility contains laboratories\, classrooms and riverside access along its eco road. Construction of Phase II\, including new hydrologic and wildlife laboratories as well as additional space for offices and storage and a conference room\, was completed in 2014. National Great Rivers is a leader in freshwater research\, education and conservation outreach programs that advance knowledge\, improve land and water management practices\, and guide policies related to great rivers and their floodplain systems and watersheds for the benefit of human and ecological communities. \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jessica Mohlman\, Director of Environmental Education\, Wildlife Ecologist\, NGRREC \nJessica Mohlman is the Director of Environmental Education and a Wildlife Ecologist at the National Great Rivers Research and Education Center (NGRREC). She is passionate about mentoring students and making science accessible to broader audiences\, with a strong focus on connecting research with public understanding. Jessica earned her B.S. from Northland College in Ashland\, Wisconsin\, and her M.S. from the University of Georgia in Athens. Before stepping into her current leadership role\, she served as a Research Coordinator and Assistant Scientist at NGRREC from 2021 to 2024\, and as a Research Specialist from 2020 to 2021. Jessica currently serves on the Illinois Amphibian and Reptile Endangered Species Technical Advisory Committee (ESTAC) and co-manages the St. Louis region FrogWatch Community Science Chapter. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n REGISTER NOW \nADMISSIONFree – Members of Missouri Gateway Green Building Council and full time students. Please note – you must be logged into your account to receive free member pricing!$25.00 – NON-Members \nPARKING & EVENT LOCATIONParking is available in the south lot in front of the main entrance. To access the event space\, you will need to take the grand staircase to the McCarthy entrance on Level 2. Then there is another stair behind the front desk up to Level 3 where the event will be held. Attendees who need elevator access will be assisted by a McCarthy representative. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thanks to our event Sponsor: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n   \nCONTINUING EDUCATION:Submitted for AIA CES. \nCODE OF CONDUCTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGESThis event will be recorded and shared on our website. Registration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. \nAIA CES PROVIDER STATEMENTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number R341. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837\, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such\, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling\, using\, distributing\, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/evening-program-annual-green-building-showcase-3/ LOCATION:McCarthy Building Companies\, 12851 Manchester Road\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63131\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/education-events.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250530T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250410T213444Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T165841Z UID:10000389-1748606400-1748610000@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Building Break - Prefabricated Straw Bale Panel Construction - right here in Missouri! DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \n\nJoin your Missouri Gateway Green Building Council for a virtual Green Building Break and an opportunity to learn about the sustainability benefits of straw bale  construction and prefabricated straw bale panel construction that’s happening in Columbia\, MO!  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Adrienne Stolwyk\, Monarch Architecture\, LLC \nAdrienne is a licensed architect in Columbia\, Missouri and owner of Monarch Architecture\, LLC\, focusing primarily on custom residential and high-performance design. A long-time straw bale construction enthusiast\, Adrienne worked on site-built straw bale construction projects in Missouri\, New Mexico\, Utah\, and her own backyard. In 2022 she and her husband\, Adam Saunders\, completed the construction of a net-positive straw-cell Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU). Through these experiences\, Adrienne saw the need for a less labor intensive way of building with straw. In 2024 she and four co-owners founded Building Integrity (BI)\, LLC\, Missouri’s first producer of prefabricated straw-insulated wall\, floor\, roof panels. BI is a participant in the “Seed Collaborative” – a growing collection of businesses across the country that are learning and evolving a straw panel design developed by Vermont-based New Frameworks. Adrienne is passionate about bio-based materials’ potential for improving human health and sequestering carbon\, now with greater speed and reach from off-site prefabrication! \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\nREGISTER NOW\n\n\n  \nIn 2024\, our Coffee Break Series transitioned to a slightly longer Green Building Break Series. These sessions will take place on the 3rd or 4th Fridays from 12:00pm-1:00pm\, varying between in person tours and Zoom webinars. Join for a free learning lunch break discussing green building and sustainability hot topics with local\, national\, and sometimes international featured guests! Check our CoffeeBreakPlaylist on YouTube for recordings of past sessions. \nCode of Conduct:Missouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nConsent to use photographic images: This event will be recorded and shared on our website. Registration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/strawbalepanelconstruction/ LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/education-events.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250603T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250530T162333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250603T155835Z UID:10000394-1748966400-1748973600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:North St. Louis Tornado Relief Fundraiser DESCRIPTION:Join us on for a Tornado Relief Fundraiser at the Built / Coltrane Showroom in partnership with ULI St. Louis\, Design Surfaces and the Landmarks Association. We encourage everyone to come out and help raise funds to support 4theVille Emergency Hub in their critical tornado relief and response efforts. This will take the place of our monthly EP Happy Hour @ Session Taco on Thursday June 5th\, which has been cancelled. \nWHEN: Tuesday\, June 3 @ 4:00pm – 6:00pm \nWHERE: Coltrane & Built Showroom\, 2818 Locust Street \nPARKING: There is a lot across the street from the Built + Coltrane Showroom designated for visitor parking (sign will be on fence). Street parking is also available on Locust Street. Additional parking is available at the 2743 Olive Street Parking lot. \nThanks to David Charles of Built (our amazing Education Committee Chair) for coordinating this fundraising event! \nCome ready to donate and give! 100% of proceeds will be donated to 4theVille. You’ll want to have some cash for the raffle \nRaffle. Be sure to bring cash for the raffle. 100% of proceeds will be donated. Raffle prizes from generous local donors—including STL City SC\, STL Style\, Wright Tavern\, 21C Hotel St. Louis\, and more—will be awarded throughout the event. Each raffle ticket and every dollar raised goes directly toward relief efforts. (Each raffle prize is valued between $100 and $250). \nFeatured Raffle Items include: \n\nRoman Burki STL CITY SC Jersey (XL – Yellow)\n21C St. Louis Idol Wolf Gift Card\nWright Tavern Restaurant Gift Card\nSTL Style Gift Package\nLandmarks Walking Tour Gift Package\nGift Basket by Coltrane Systems\nTwo of my photography metal-printed pieces\nDonations. We’ll be accepting direct monetary and physical donations on behalf of 4theVille. Monetary donations can be made by cash\, check or credit card via 4theVille’s online portal.\n\nMost needed donations: \n\nTarps\nBottled Water\nShelf-Stable Foods\nPop-Top Canned Goods\nBleach\nTrash Bags\nToilet Paper\nPaper Towels\n\nSee full list of needed donation items here! \nQuestions? Email us at info@mogreenbuildings.org URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/north-st-louis-tornado-relief-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Coltrane & Built Showroom\, 2818 Locust Street\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63103\, United States CATEGORIES:Community & Member,Emerging Professionals,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250606T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250411T164613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250411T164614Z UID:10000337-1749211200-1749214800@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:First Friday Webinar - Green Finance Tools and Resources DESCRIPTION:USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2025 – but this year with a twist! We’ll still gather online over midday on the First Friday of each month for leading-edge education\, but in 2025\, we’ll alternate live education sessions with highly rated\, previously recorded sessions from past USGBC programming. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! \nThese courses are available for anyone to attend\, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! \nAccess the webinar registration and code here. You will be prompted to login to access the code. Once you enter your login details\, it will take you to your Member Dashboard. From there\, click Member Only Benefits from the left-hand side menu to view the list of benefits and access code for the First Friday Webinars. You can use the code to register for one or more of the first Friday webinars. Questions? Reach out to your MO Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org. \nREGISTER FOR THE JUNE 6 WEBINAR \nJune 6 | Live | Green Finance Tools and Resources | Speaker: Trevyr Meade \nREGISTER FOR THE JUNE 6 WEBINAR \n2025 Schedule \n\nJuly 11 | Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal\nAugust 1 | Live | LEEDv5 Updates and Discussion\nSeptember 5 | Digging into SITES\nOctober 3 | Live | TRUE Total Resource Management\nNovember 7 | Equity at Scale: Exploring LEED’s Role in Creating More Just Buildings and Communities\nDecember 5 | Live | Information Forthcoming\nJanuary 2026 | Getting Green for Green: Using Sustainable Finance Strategies for Green Building Investments URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/first-friday-webinars-13-17-3/ LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250607T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250425T193030Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T164537Z UID:10000391-1749290400-1749315600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Living Festival DESCRIPTION:The Missouri Botanical Garden’s 24th annual Green Living Festival is back in a big way this year! \n\nJoin experts at the Garden for a full day of active learning\, exploring\, and engaging in ideas for taking action in your everyday life. \nEvent highlights will include:\n• Exhibitors and vendors\n• Family-friendly activities\n• Guided tours and experiences\n• DIY projects for home\n• Educational workshops\n• Live music and MORE \nLearn more about the Festival here. \n  \nAdmission to the Green Living Festival is included with general admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/green-living-festival-2/ LOCATION:Missouri Botanical Garden\, 4344 Shaw\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63110\, United States CATEGORIES:Community & Member,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250610T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250408T150029Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250527T162040Z UID:10000386-1749574800-1749582000@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:2025 Summer Member Social DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW! \n\nJoin us for our Summer Member Social\, hosted by our Engagement & Outreach Committee in partnership with the St. Louis Green Business Challenge! \nWe are excited to be hosting this event at the Brentwood Pavilion\, part of the Brentwood Bound project that was featured in our February program\, Building Resilience. Join us for a fun-filled evening of networking with fellow members and Green Business Challenge Green Cities participants\, delicious food and refreshments\, prizes and a tour of the pavilion and park to learn more about the Brentwood Bound project! \nAdmission is FREE for active Missouri Gateway Green Building Council Members and St. Louis Green Biz Challenge participants.Not a member? What are you waiting for?! Join or renew now! \n\nREGISTER NOW! \nTake the Metrolink and reduce your carbon impact!  \n\n \nThanks to our Member Social Sponsors! \n \n\n \nCODE OF CONDUCTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGESThis event will be recorded and shared on our website. Registration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/2025-summer-member-social/ LOCATION:Brentwood Pavilion\, 2924 Brazeau Ave\, Brentwood\, MO\, 63144\, United States CATEGORIES:Community & Member,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/community.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250612 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250614 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250408T145154Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250408T153928Z UID:10000384-1749686400-1749859199@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:GPRO Operations + Maintenance (O+M) Essentials Training - June 2025 DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nGreen Professional Building Skills Training – Operations & Maintenance Essentials\nLearn how to reduce energy use while improving comfort and health for building occupants! \nBuilding design & construction gets a lot of attention\, but the majority of energy that a building uses over time is related to how the building is operated and maintained. Efficient operations and smart maintenance in buildings reduces operating costs and increases occupancy rates and tenant satisfaction. GPRO O&M Essentials provides building professionals with best practices for sustainability building operations. Participants leave with at least three immediately actionable measures and the next steps needed to achieve them. This course is ideal for anyone who needs a better understanding of high-performance building\, including sales or administrative staff in real estate\, construction\, architecture or engineering\, workforce property managers and building staff involved in the operations and maintenance of both residential and commercial buildings including: building superintendents\, operators\, facility and property managers\, operating engineers and stationary engineers and handypeople. \nWHEN\nThursday\, June 12 & Friday\, June 13\n8:30 am – 3:00 pm each day \nFEE\n$300 – Missouri Gateway Green Building Council Members\n$350 for non-members \nFees include continental breakfast\, lunch\, course materials and certificate exam.\nDiscounts and scholarships may be available. Please contact Emily Andrews at 314-577-0854 to inquire. \nREGISTER NOW \nINSTRUCTORS\nRichard Reilly\, Missouri Botanical Garden\nJohanna Schweiss\, Mastercard \nCONTINUING EDUCATION HOURS\n12 GBCI CE Hours\, AIA | LU\, and PDH credits \nCOURSE OBJECTIVES\n• Take a systemic approach to operating and maintaining your building.\n• Evaluate building performance.\n• Describe at least three immediately actionable next steps needed to improve the health and efficiency of your building.\n• Explain the costs and benefits of efficiency measures. \nWHAT SHOULD YOU EXPECT?\nGPRO O&M is a 12-hour training that is taught live and in-person by highly knowledgeable instructors with industry experience. You are encouraged to ask questions and participate during classroom discussions and activities. After completing the training\, you can earn a GPRO O&M Certificate by passing a 50-question multiple choice exam. Additionally\, you’ll gain access to shirt on-demand bonus courses on topics such as financing energy projects\, interpreting energy audits and more. \nTOPICS COVERED\n• Fundamentals of Building Green\n• O&M in Green Buildings\n• Building Performance Metrics\n• Building Envelope\n• Water Use\n• Heating\, Cooling & Hot Water\n• Indoor Air Quality\n• Lighting\n• Waste Reduction\n• Resilience\n• Commissioning Existing Buildings\n• Action Plan URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/gpro-om-june2025/ LOCATION:Washington University – Schnuck Pavilion\, 1 Brookings Drive\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63130\, United States CATEGORIES:Energy Efficiency,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/energy.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250616T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250618T170000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250319T194643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T165051Z UID:10000378-1750060800-1750266000@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Sustainability Institute for Educators DESCRIPTION:  \n \nThe Sustainability Institute for Educators is a three-day professional development experience for teachers\, principals\, and school- or district-based staff who are interested in learning about holistic school sustainability. The 2025 Institute\, “Water: An Educator’s Guide to Conservation\, Climate Resilience\, and Environmental Justice\,” will take place June 16-18. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE \nThrough hands-on activities and discussions\, educators will gain tools to inspire students to protect and conserve this essential resource while fostering a deeper understanding of the intersection between environmental justice\, water and climate resilience. Participants will explore how marginalized communities are disproportionately affected by water issues and investigate the importance of equitable access to clean water. \nEducators will also explore literature connections to water and how to bring those connections back to their learning spaces. Participants will receive ready-to-use lessons on the global water cycle\, watersheds and sustainable practices. You will also hear from local experts on water related issues\, challenges and solutions happening right here in the St. Louis region. \nSessions will demonstrate how a range of disciplines\, grade levels and learning environments can work together to understand and address water literacy issues\, solutions oriented actions\, resources and more to help learners build their knowledge and protect the future of water on this planet. \nThis workshop will include a certification and curriculum guide from Project WET. \nThe three-day institute will be held at three locations in the St. Louis area: Missouri Botanical Garden (Shaw Nature Reserve)\, Saint Louis Zoo\, and Webster University. \nLearning Outcomes\n\nUnderstand the interconnectedness of sustainability issues and the intersection with education\nRecognize local resources that can support curriculum and changes for sustainability\nCollaborate with others to empower sustainably minded citizens\nCreate a community of advocates for sustainable schools\, institutions and communities\nSetting a foundation for adaption and resilience in sustainability education\n\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council serves on the planning committee of this event and encourages all Show-Me Green Schools participants to attend! \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/sustainability-institute-for-educators/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250619T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250319T192307Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T165015Z UID:10000377-1750334400-1750338000@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Pollinator Week Webinar: How to Support Pollinators in Missouri and Southern Illinois DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Pollinator Week with Show-Me Green Schools by attending this lunch break webinar with experts on midwestern pollinators! This is a free\, virtual event\, and the intended audience includes teachers\, school leaders\, and individual gardeners interested in creating\, enhancing\, or restoring pollinator gardens in their schools or homes. \nThere will be a live Q&A with our audience\, or you are able to submit questions for our pollinator experts ahead of time by emailing Green Schools Coordinator\, Deborah Rogers Curtis\, at drogers@mobot.org. \nPLEASE REGISTER HERE URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/pollinator-week-webinar-how-to-support-pollinators-in-missouri-and-southern-illinois/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T073000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250625T081500 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250609T152238Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T152337Z UID:10000395-1750836600-1750839300@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Schools Quest Mentor Info Session DESCRIPTION:Passionate about green buildings and building up the next generation of sustainability professionals? Interested in supporting a school through their sustainability journey? Join the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest as a Mentor! \nREGISTER HERE for the Zoom info session. \nSince 2013\, Missouri Gateway Green Building Council in partnership with MEEA has run the Green Schools Quest\, a friendly competition between schools in Missouri and Southern Illinois to complete a student-led\, low- or no-cost sustainability project within the school year. Students are led by a teacher at their school\, and they determine the content and scope of their project. They complete their project from October through March\, and then submit their project to a panel of judges. In April\, the Judges announce the winners at the Annual Green Schools Event\, and winners take home a cash prize and a trophy. \nGreen Mentors support the school throughout the project in different ways depending on the school. We are actively recruiting 80 mentors for the 202-2026 school year. Sign up for an info session to learn more about how you can help a school go green! \nPlease REGISTER for the Zoom info session. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/green-schools-quest-mentor-info-session/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250710T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250519T171224Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250519T194442Z UID:10000078-1752165000-1752170400@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Emerging Professional Happy Hour @ Blue Jay Brewing DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAs emerging professionals (EP) it’s difficult to grasp all the possibilities and potential your career holds. Enjoy a pint of your favorite beverage at various Green Dining Alliance (GDA) certified locations every 1st Thursday @ 4:30 – 6:00 pm. This monthly happy hour event is for all community members to network with local green building and sustainability professionals while discussing opportunities to serve our communities. \nWHERE: Blue Jay Brewing\, 2710 Locust St.\, St. Louis\, MO 63103 \nReduce your carbon impact: Connect with the Metro!  \nAll are welcome. Bring a colleague\, friend\, family or community member to meet and network with Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members and non-members\, and other emerging professionals while enjoying a beverage together and building your Green Buildings Are Better community! \nHOSTED BY Your Engagement & Outreach Committee! \nREGISTER NOW \nQUESTIONS? \nContact Missouri Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org or 314-577-0854 \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE\nRegistration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/emerging-professional-happy-hour-a-local-gda-certified-location-18-13/ CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/emerging-professionals.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250711T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250606T164204Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T164320Z UID:10000338-1752235200-1752238800@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:First Friday Webinar - Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal DESCRIPTION:USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2025 – but this year with a twist! We’ll still gather online over midday on the First Friday of each month for leading-edge education\, but in 2025\, we’ll alternate live education sessions with highly rated\, previously recorded sessions from past USGBC programming. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! \nThese courses are available for anyone to attend\, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! \nAccess the webinar registration and code here. You will be prompted to login to access the code. Once you enter your login details\, it will take you to your Member Dashboard. From there\, click Member Only Benefits from the left-hand side menu to view the list of benefits and access code for the First Friday Webinars. You can use the code to register for one or more of the first Friday webinars. Questions? Reach out to your MO Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org. \nREGISTER FOR THE JULY 11 WEBINAR \nJuly 11 | Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal\n \nThis session examines the enabling factors making zero carbon buildings possible\, how USGBC and our members are leading the way and making zero carbon buildings possible\, the current policy and market drivers\, and what future developments to watch for. \nEvery day\, more owners are committing to zero carbon emission goals\, and more buildings are achieving these conditions — for example\, there are well over 100 LEED Zero certified projects around the globe. Making zero emission buildings a reality has happened through steady and intentional efforts. USGBC\, members\, and government agencies have promoted and incentivized best practices for buildings –high levels of efficiency\, use of renewable energy\, and reducing harmful refrigerant leaks – which form the core of zero emission buildings. Building on this\, recent advances and rapid adoption of technologies such as heat pumps\, along with the lower cost of renewable energy and decarbonizing grids\, have become key factors in creating more zero emission buildings. \nThe National Definition for Zero Emission Building\, local ordinances\, and other policies are poised to further accelerate zero emission buildings. Market forces\, led by global policy and investor interests\, are influencing increased corporate commitments. Speakers will explain the interplay among these drivers\, and new tools like LEED v5\, in creating momentum and a broad transformation – and how early efforts are playing out. In light of the proliferation of “zero” and “aligned” terminology in the market\, speakers will untangle the key terms and components to aid understanding and accountability. \nAchieving zero emissions will take different approaches for existing buildings as compared to new\, as well as vary by region. Creating carbon reduction plans for buildings and portfolios is becoming critical. The session will highlight the role of governments and nonprofits in supporting quality plans with new resources such as the forthcoming USGBC-ASHRAE guide. \nThe session also highlights developments on the horizon for zero carbon buildings\, namely incorporation of embodied carbon measurement and reduction. Speakers will explain the state of play of efforts to align embodied carbon and whole life carbon approaches. \nREGISTER FOR THE JULY 11 WEBINAR \n\nFebruary 7 | Live | Green Careers\, Bright Futures: Strategies for Success in the Sustainability and Advanced Energy Workforce Pipeline\nMarch 7 | LEED v5 as a Tool for Decarbonizing the Built Environment\nApril 4 | Live  | Implementing LEED v5 Operations + Maintenance Worldwide\nMay 2 | New Launch for Real Estate Portfolios: Accelerating Action\, Performance\, and Verification\nJune 6 | Live | Green Finance Tools and Resources\nJuly 11 | Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal\nAugust 1 | Live | LEEDv5 Updates and Discussion\nSeptember 5 | Digging into SITES\nOctober 3 | Live | TRUE Total Resource Management\nNovember 7 | Equity at Scale: Exploring LEED’s Role in Creating More Just Buildings and Communities\nDecember 5 | Live | Information Forthcoming\nJanuary 2026 | Getting Green for Green: Using Sustainable Finance Strategies for Green Building Investments URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/first-friday-webinars-13-17-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250715T100000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250425T155936Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250709T220947Z UID:10000352-1752566400-1752573600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Monthly Program - LEED Tour of St. Louis Community College-Meramec DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nJoin us for our annual green building tour! We will visit St. Louis Community College – Meramec\, which has two new buildings seeking LEED certification – the Financial Services Education Center (FSEC) and the Emerging Technology Center (ETC). Designed by Arcturis\, the two new buildings are part of St. Louis Community College’s STLCC Transformed\, a plan to modernize facilities and programming across its 6 regional St. Louis campuses. \nThe 70\,000 square foot FSEC serves as the new front door for the Meramec campus and provides a hub for financial programming\, with a focus on FinTech\, entrepreneurship\, and space accounting. The first floor will feature the Enrollment Center\, offering recruiting\, enrollment\, career development\, and financial aid services to students. The 80\,000 square foot ETC is home to new and reimagined programs with a focus on emerging and sustainable sciences\, engineering\, design and an expansion of the plant science and horticulture programs. It also accommodates the new campus library. \nThe tour of these buildings will explore how the project team integrated design and sustainability strategies to create beautiful\, healthy\, comfortable and flexible environment for end users. Highlights will include site sustainability strategies\, including landscape design to mitigate flooding\, human health and wellness features\, such as communicating stairs to promote activity and interaction\, access to natural light and quality views\, and a variety of spaces that are approachable to all\, healthy materials\, designing for efficiency\, and how building features like the green roof among others have been designed to integrate with educational programming and support hands-on learning opportunities. \nMembers of the project team from Arcturis\, Hellmuth + Bicknese\, Clayco\, Arbolope & S.M. Wilson will lead the tour\, including Chrissy Hill Rogers and Ralph Bicknese. \nADMISSIONFree – Members of Missouri Gateway Green Building Council and full time students. Please note – you must be logged into your account to receive free member pricing!$25.00 – NON-Members \nREGISTER NOW \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Thanks to our Tour Sponsors!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CONTINUING EDUCATION: Approved for LEED Specific CE with GBCI and AIA CES. \nCODE OF CONDUCTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGESThis event will be recorded and shared on our website. Registration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. \nAIA CES PROVIDER STATEMENTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number R341. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837\, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such\, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling\, using\, distributing\, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/monthly-program-leed-tour-of-st-louis-community-college-meramec/ LOCATION:St. Louis Community College – Meramec Campus\, 11333 Big Bend Rd\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63112\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/education-events.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T080000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250717T084500 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250609T153650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T153650Z UID:10000396-1752739200-1752741900@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Schools Quest Mentor Info Session DESCRIPTION:Passionate about green buildings and building up the next generation of sustainability professionals? Interested in supporting a school through their sustainability journey? Join the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest as a Mentor! \nREGISTER HERE for the Zoom info session. \nSince 2013\, Missouri Gateway Green Building Council in partnership with MEEA has run the Green Schools Quest\, a friendly competition between schools in Missouri and Southern Illinois to complete a student-led\, low- or no-cost sustainability project within the school year. Students are led by a teacher at their school\, and they determine the content and scope of their project. They complete their project from October through March\, and then submit their project to a panel of judges. In April\, the Judges announce the winners at the Annual Green Schools Event\, and winners take home a cash prize and a trophy. \nGreen Mentors support the school throughout the project in different ways depending on the school. We are actively recruiting 80 mentors for the 202-2026 school year. Sign up for an info session to learn more about how you can help a school go green! \nPlease REGISTER for the Zoom info session. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/green-schools-quest-mentor-info-session-2/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250724T124500 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250609T162941Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T162941Z UID:10000397-1753358400-1753361100@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Schools Quest Mentor Info Session DESCRIPTION:Passionate about green buildings and building up the next generation of sustainability professionals? Interested in supporting a school through their sustainability journey? Join the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest as a Mentor! \nREGISTER HERE for the Zoom info session. \nSince 2013\, Missouri Gateway Green Building Council in partnership with MEEA has run the Green Schools Quest\, a friendly competition between schools in Missouri and Southern Illinois to complete a student-led\, low- or no-cost sustainability project within the school year. Students are led by a teacher at their school\, and they determine the content and scope of their project. They complete their project from October through March\, and then submit their project to a panel of judges. In April\, the Judges announce the winners at the Annual Green Schools Event\, and winners take home a cash prize and a trophy. \nGreen Mentors support the school throughout the project in different ways depending on the school. We are actively recruiting 80 mentors for the 202-2026 school year. Sign up for an info session to learn more about how you can help a school go green! \nPlease REGISTER for the Zoom info session. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/green-schools-quest-mentor-info-session-3/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250731T154500 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250609T163353Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250609T163353Z UID:10000398-1753974000-1753976700@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Green Schools Quest Mentor Info Session DESCRIPTION:Passionate about green buildings and building up the next generation of sustainability professionals? Interested in supporting a school through their sustainability journey? Join the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest as a Mentor! \nREGISTER HERE for the Zoom info session. \nSince 2013\, Missouri Gateway Green Building Council in partnership with MEEA has run the Green Schools Quest\, a friendly competition between schools in Missouri and Southern Illinois to complete a student-led\, low- or no-cost sustainability project within the school year. Students are led by a teacher at their school\, and they determine the content and scope of their project. They complete their project from October through March\, and then submit their project to a panel of judges. In April\, the Judges announce the winners at the Annual Green Schools Event\, and winners take home a cash prize and a trophy. \nGreen Mentors support the school throughout the project in different ways depending on the school. We are actively recruiting 80 mentors for the 202-2026 school year. Sign up for an info session to learn more about how you can help a school go green! \nPlease REGISTER for the Zoom info session. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/green-schools-quest-mentor-info-session-4/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250801T130000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250728T200915Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250728T200916Z UID:10000339-1754049600-1754053200@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:First Friday Webinar - LEEDv5 Updates and Discussion DESCRIPTION:USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2025 – but this year with a twist! We’ll still gather online over midday on the First Friday of each month for leading-edge education\, but in 2025\, we’ll alternate live education sessions with highly rated\, previously recorded sessions from past USGBC programming. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! \nThese courses are available for anyone to attend\, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! \nAccess the webinar registration and code here. You will be prompted to login to access the code. Once you enter your login details\, it will take you to your Member Dashboard. From there\, click Member Only Benefits from the left-hand side menu to view the list of benefits and access code for the First Friday Webinars. You can use the code to register for one or more of the first Friday webinars. Questions? Reach out to your MO Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org. \nREGISTER FOR THE AUGUST 2 LIVE WEBINAR \nLEEDv5 Updates and Discussion\nDiscussion with Lisa Stanley and Ryan O’Neil \nREGISTER FOR THE AUGUST 2 LIVE WEBINAR \n\nFebruary 7 | Live | Green Careers\, Bright Futures: Strategies for Success in the Sustainability and Advanced Energy Workforce Pipeline\nMarch 7 | LEED v5 as a Tool for Decarbonizing the Built Environment\nApril 4 | Live  | Implementing LEED v5 Operations + Maintenance Worldwide\nMay 2 | New Launch for Real Estate Portfolios: Accelerating Action\, Performance\, and Verification\nJune 6 | Live | Green Finance Tools and Resources\nJuly 11 | Making Zero Emissions Buildings the New Normal\nAugust 1 | Live | LEEDv5 Updates and Discussion\nSeptember 5 | Digging into SITES\nOctober 3 | Live | TRUE Total Resource Management\nNovember 7 | Equity at Scale: Exploring LEED’s Role in Creating More Just Buildings and Communities\nDecember 5 | Live | Information Forthcoming\nJanuary 2026 | Getting Green for Green: Using Sustainable Finance Strategies for Green Building Investments URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/first-friday-webinars-13-17-5/ LOCATION:Virtual Event via Zoom CATEGORIES:Education,Featured END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250807T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250721T163908Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250721T163910Z UID:10000079-1754584200-1754589600@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Emerging Professional Happy Hour @ Session Taco (CWE) DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAs emerging professionals (EP) it’s difficult to grasp all the possibilities and potential your career holds. Enjoy a pint of your favorite beverage at various Green Dining Alliance (GDA) certified locations every 1st Thursday @ 4:30 – 6:00 pm. This monthly happy hour event is for all community members to network with local green building and sustainability professionals while discussing opportunities to serve our communities. In August\, the Green Schools Committee will be joining our happy hour! \nWHERE: Session Taco in the Central West End – 398 N. Euclid Ave. | St. Louis\, MO 63108 \nReduce your carbon impact: Connect with the Metro!  \nAll are welcome. Bring a colleague\, friend\, family or community member to meet and network with Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members and non-members\, and other emerging professionals while enjoying a beverage together and building your Green Buildings Are Better community! \nHOSTED BY Your Engagement & Outreach Committee! \nREGISTER NOW \nQUESTIONS? \nContact Missouri Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org or 314-577-0854 \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE\nRegistration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/emerging-professional-happy-hour-a-local-gda-certified-location-18-12/ CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/emerging-professionals.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250812T190000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250512T213546Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250811T135537Z UID:10000353-1755018000-1755025200@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Data\, Data Everywhere: Maximizing Sustainability in Data Center Development\, Design & Operations - in partnership with ASHRAE STL and I2SL STL DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nProgram Presented in partnership with: \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n With the growth of cloud-based computing and the recent rapid adoption of artificial intelligence (AI)\, data centers are becoming the key critical infrastructure of our digital world. This exploding growth has propelled an unprecedented surge in data center development as entities race to secure the resources and infrastructure needed to meet current and future demand. While innovations like AI can leverage incredible computing power with amazing potential benefits\, they are also incredibly resource-intensive processes\, which means that the data centers built to support them have extensive needs for energy\, land and water to function optimally. \nIn the race to develop this critical infrastructure\, companies are having to grapple with the environmental impacts of its enormous energy and water needs\, as they reconcile the need to meet current demands while considering long-term costs\, sustainability goals and impacts on local communities. Fortunately\, innovations in computing technology\, building systems\, and renewable energy production for data centers have the potential to make this critical infrastructure more resource-efficient. \nThis program brings together experts from the field to discuss current practices and emerging trends in strategies for optimizing energy efficiency and reducing energy and water demand in data centers. Participants will learn about tools available to integrate sustainability principles into data center projects to achieve high-performance\, energy-efficient\, and environmentally responsible outcomes. Our presenters bring a wealth of experience and unique perspectives that will shed light on strategies throughout project development from site assessment to design of building systems to operations in response to a range of client needs. Join us to learn about the opportunities and challenges in making data center development\, design and operations more sustainable. \n \n \n \n \n \n Thanks to our sponsors!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n SPEAKERS\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n John Weale\, Principal\, Introba\nA mechanical engineer with 25 years of experience\, John is a specialist in critical facilities ranging from secure airport datacenters to industrial laboratories to teaching laboratories. His recent designs have included data center facilities ranging from 5MW to 90 MW; all-electric laboratory buildings\, which meet carbon-reduction goals of clients and offer a robust\, efficient\, and low-maintenance facility; and corporate campus systems for major technology clients. \nHe has been a lead designer or key technical advisor on some of the most highly sustainable projects\, including six LEED Platinum certified projects\, seven Net Zero projects\, and two Living Building Challenge feasibility projects. He believes the key to creating simple\, high-efficiency\, and low-cost systems is an integrated approach with close team coordination that makes building architecture\, lighting\, and mechanical systems work together as a single system. This approach is equally valid for minimizing cost and points of failure in a data center design as it is for achieving a net zero campus building. John has worked on projects in all key sectors\, including government\, technology office\, education\, and multi-family. He has been published in ASHRAE Journal and contributed to the Data Center Handbook: Plan\, Design\, Build\, and Operations of a Smart Data Center. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jeremy Nolen\, Director of Business Development – Renewables\, Farnsworth Group \nWith a background in renewable energy project development\, Jeremy has worked with clients for the last decade through funding/financing\, system design\, procurement\, construction\, commissioning\, and ongoing maintenance. Jeremy’s expertise spans solar\, wind\, BESS\, hydrogen\, and other technologies\, with projects totaling hundreds of megawatts across the United States. He has served various industries\, including data centers\, utilities\, municipalities\, commercial\, industrial\, healthcare\, federal/state\, K-12 schools\, and higher education facilities. Jeremy focuses on a client’s energy transition towards a more sustainable environment. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Erik Lueders\, Director of Sustainable Technology\, Mastercard\nErik has served in the Sustainability profession for 19 years\, most recently as Mastercard’s Director of Sustainable Technology since 2021. In this role\, Erik develops and drives sustainable technology strategy across business units. He leads efforts to create the sustainability data landscape across Mastercard’s technology infrastructure and environments to drive actionable insights and execution in support of the company’s Net Zero by 2040 goal. Erik has an MBA from Webster University and a BS in Forestry from the University of Missouri-Columbia.  His professional credentials include LEED AP O+M\, Certified Energy Manager\, Accredited Sustainability Advisor for data centers\, and Green Software Practitioner. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n ADMISSIONFree for MGGBC\, ASHRAE-St. Louis\, I2SL-St. Louis Members and full-time studentsASHRAE and I2SL members please register with your respective organizations to get member pricing!$25.00 for non-members \nREGISTER NOW \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Thanks to our sponsors!\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n CONTINUING EDUCATION: To be submitted for AIA CES. \nCODE OF CONDUCTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGESThis event will be recorded and shared on our website. Registration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. \nAIA CES PROVIDER STATEMENTMissouri Gateway Green Building Council is a registered provider of AIA-approved continuing education under Provider Number R341. All registered AIA CES Providers must comply with the AIA Standards for Continuing Education Programs. Any questions or concerns about this provider or this learning program may be sent to AIA CES (cessupport@aia.org or (800) AIA 3837\, Option 3). This learning program is registered with AIA CES for continuing professional education. As such\, it does not include content that may be deemed or construed to be an approval or endorsement by the AIA of any material of construction or any method or manner of handling\, using\, distributing\, or dealing in any material or product. AIA continuing education credit has been reviewed and approved by AIA CES. Learners must complete the entire learning program to receive continuing education credit. AIA continuing education Learning Units earned upon completion of this course will be reported to AIA CES for AIA members. Certificates of Completion for both AIA members and non-AIA members are available upon request. \nREGISTER NOW URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/a-focus-on-data-centers-in-partnership-with-ashrae-stl-and-i2sl-stl/ LOCATION:Missouri History Museum\, 5700 Lindell Blvd.\, St. Louis\, MO\, 63122\, United States CATEGORIES:Education,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/01/education-events.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250830 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250831 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250204T162814Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250606T164633Z UID:10000346-1756512000-1756598399@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Mentor Registration Deadline for the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest DESCRIPTION:Registration for the 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest Mentors is now open! \nAre you a sustainability professional with a passion for supporting K12 schools on their sustainability journeys? The Green Schools Quest Mentorship is for you! Green Mentors are paired with a school who is taking on a sustainability project or initiative over the course of 6 months. Mentors meet with the school lead (often a teacher or staff member) to help set up their project and narrow their focus\, and then supports the school along the way. Learn more and register below! \n\nClick here to learn more about the Green Schools Quest\nClick here for examples of ways to engage as a Mentor\nClick here for a list of the 2024-2025 Green Schools Quest Mentor companies \n\nCLICK HERE to register as a 2025-2026 Green Schools Quest Mentor URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/mentor-registration-deadline-for-the-2025-2026-green-schools-quest/ CATEGORIES:Featured,Green Schools ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/10/green-schools.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T163000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250904T180000 DTSTAMP:20260430T184859 CREATED:20250819T214925Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250819T214928Z UID:10000080-1757003400-1757008800@mogreenbuildings.org SUMMARY:Emerging Professional Happy Hour @ Urban Chestnut Midtown Brewery and Biergarten DESCRIPTION:REGISTER NOW \nAs emerging professionals (EP) it’s difficult to grasp all the possibilities and potential your career holds. Enjoy a pint of your favorite beverage at various Green Dining Alliance (GDA) certified locations every 1st Thursday @ 4:30 – 6:00 pm. This monthly happy hour event is for all community members to network with local green building and sustainability professionals while discussing opportunities to serve our communities. \nWHERE: Urban Chestnut Midtown Brewery and Biergarten\, 3229 Washington Ave\, St. Louis\, MO 63103 \nReduce your carbon impact: Connect with the Metro!  \nAll are welcome. Bring a colleague\, friend\, family or community member to meet and network with Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members and non-members\, and other emerging professionals while enjoying a beverage together and building your Green Buildings Are Better community! \nHOSTED BY Your Engagement & Outreach Committee! \nREGISTER NOW \nQUESTIONS? \nContact Missouri Gateway Green Building Council staff at info@mogreenbuildings.org or 314-577-0854 \nCode of Conduct:\nMissouri Gateway Green Building Council (MGGBC) is committed to providing a safe\, productive\, inclusive\, and welcoming environment for all participants attending our events in person or virtually. We do not tolerate harassment or discrimination in any form. We aim to provide opportunities for open dialogue and exchange of green building & sustainability ideas and promote full participation and belonging for all participants. Discrimination and harassment include unwelcome\, exclusionary behavior because of gender or gender identity\, race\, ethnicity\, nationality\, religion\, sexual orientation\, disability\, marital status\, veteran status\, age\, citizenship\, language\, political or other opinion\, physical appearance\, economic status\, and/or other identities. MGGBC expects everyone participating in its events and discussions\, including Board Members\, Committee Members\, Volunteers\, Members\, Staff\, and Guests to comply with this Code of Conduct. It is the responsibility of all participants to help ensure a safe environment for everybody. Individuals violating this Code of Conduct will be asked to leave. \nCONSENT TO USE OF PHOTOGRAPHIC IMAGE\nRegistration/attendance at\, or participation in Missouri Gateway Green Building Council programs and activities constitutes an agreement by the registrants to allow the organization to use and distribute (both now and in the future) the attendee’s image\, in photographs\, video\, and electronic reproductions of such events and activities. URL:https://mogreenbuildings.org/event/emerging-professional-happy-hour-a-local-gda-certified-location-18-14/ CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Featured ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://mogreenbuildings.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/12/emerging-professionals.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR