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We are excited to partner with the St. Louis Realtors Urban Affairs Committee for a joint program on how to communicate the value of sustainable homes.REGISTER NOW Demand for sustainable homes is surging, and it's not just about saving the planet. A recent study by Freddie Mac revealed that homes with high energy-efficiency ratings sold for 2.7% more than their less eco-friendly counterparts. This "green premium" is attracting both environmentally conscious buyers and those seeking long-term financial benefits. Why the appeal? Sustainable homes offer cost-savings, reduced environmental impact, durability, and healthier indoor living. Driven by environmental awareness, economic benefits, and recent government incentives through the Inflation Reduction Act, the demand for sustainable homes is growing and is expected to continue. With this increased demand and with more sustainable homes entering the market, sellers and realtors will need to begin expanding their expertise around sustainable home technology so they can communicate its value within the market – especially to prospective buyers. Even though a growing number of homebuyers are interested or open to purchasing a sustainable home, they may come to the table with questions and concerns, such as: What should homeowners look out for when purchasing a home with sustainable… Continue Reading Evening Program: $elling the Value of $ustainable Homes

REGISTER NOW We are excited to partner with AIA St. Louis for this program on how the Brickline Greenway is a catalyst for driving more equitable outcomes for St. Louis communities.  Designing a Movement Learn more about the Brickline Greenway as a catalyst for change, connecting our community and ensuring more equitable outcomes for all. This session will introduce the Brickline, discuss its inclusive design process, the benefits of re-imagining green infrastructure, the role of art as a catalyst for civic well-being, mobility, design for health and wellness, and the importance of public private partnerships.  Thanks to the program sponsors!  SPEAKERSChip Crawford, FASLA, PLA, LEED Green Associate, Managing Director, Lamar Johnson Collaborative As Managing Director for LJC, Chip Crawford is a practice builder, creative thinker, and problem solver. An award-winning Landscape Architect, Chip has more than 40 years of experience leading complex, planning, landscape architecture, and urban design projects across the globe. A true collaborator, Chip connects with clients and has a unique ability to stimulate creative thinking and problem-solving, bringing proven expertise and the freshest thinking to the table. He has dedicated his career to being a steward of the public realm and creating inspiring places that improve the… Continue Reading Evening Program: Connecting Communities through Engagement: Great Rivers Greenway and The Brickline

USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2024. These are previously recorded, highly rated, LEED specific education programs. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! These courses are available for anyone to attend, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! Access 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. REGISTER FOR THE APRIL 5 WEBINAR April: Navigating Smart Building Certifications for Sustainable Futures Join USGBC for a webinar focused on smart building certifications and discover the potential of sustainable and intelligent spaces. Led by industry experts, this session will guide you through certifications such as SmartScore, SPIRE, and BEST. Gain… Continue Reading First Friday Webinar: Navigating Smart Building Certifications for Sustainable Futures

USGBC will once again offer First Friday Webinars in 2024. These are previously recorded, highly rated, LEED specific education programs. Gather with peers and colleagues at noon Central Time on first Friday of each month to earn those CEs! These courses are available for anyone to attend, but are free to local or company USGBC members. That includes Missouri Gateway Green Building Council members! Access 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. REGISTER FOR THE MAY 3 WEBINAR May: LEED and Upfront Carbon Emissions: A Comprehensive Look at A1-A5 Embodied Carbon in Building Construction This education session from USGBC's 2023 Decarbonization Summit explores strategies for adjusting workflow to make meaningful improvements in upfront carbon emissions (A1-A5) and how these strategies can achieve points… Continue Reading First Friday Webinars – LEED and Upfront Carbon Emissions: A Comprehensive Look at A1-A5 Embodied Carbon in Building Construction