Sustainability and LEED
Workshops
Get the Building Green Competitive Edge
that only
Crescent Energy can Teach
In today’s construction industry understanding sustainability and the LEED rating system is necessary to maintain competitive and current in today’s new way of building. Crescent Energy is a leader in educating and training professionals understand changes in Building Green when it comes to building sustainable functional buildings.
Commercial, Residential, Retail and Industrial are among some of the construction industries that are integrating sustainable construction methods and procedures into projects of every size and scope. Crescent Energy is experienced in all facets of construction; its classes will keep you updated in the new concepts and technologies in Building Green.
NYC enacted Local Law 86 in 2005, requiring most city-owned and city-funded buildings to achieve LEED Silver Certification. Most State Agencies and Local Development Corporations are also following suit and are implementing a minimum of Silver Certification for New Construction and Major Renovations.
Let Crescent Energy help you position yourself and your company as leaders of today’s sustainable and LEED building concepts and practices. Your company will have the Building Green Competitive Edge when interviewing, bidding or building your project.
Crescent Energy can show you the way. Learn from the best in the field.
- Lead Instructor: Kris Shaw, LEED AP
Architect / Mechanical Engineer
Crescent Energy, Inc.
- Class Instructors: All classes taught by LEED Accredited Professionals, Licensed Architects and Engineers.
CLASS: CE1
- Topic: Introduction to the LEED Rating System and the USGBC
Class Length: 4 Hr Class
Dates: TBA
Fee: $150 pp
Register at: www.CrescentEnergy.com
Workshop Synopsis: Receive a complete overview of the Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) rating system and the US Green Building Council (USGBC) organization. You will learn what credits constitute the LEED rating system and why it is important to be GREEN in the 21st Century.
Location: TBA
Skill Level of Participants: Beginner
Prereq: None
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: Disc containing copy of presentation, handouts, and other reference resources. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Note: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
CLASS: CE1
- Topic: Comprehensive LEED Credits Review
Class Length: 8 Hr Class
Dates: TBA
Fee: $250 pp
Register at: www.CrescentEnergy.com
Workshop Synopsis: Receive a comprehensive review of the different point categories of the LEED rating system: Sustainable Sites (SS), Water Efficiency (WE), Energy & Atmosphere (EA), Materials & Resources (MR), Indoor Environmental Quality (EQ), and Innovation in Design (ID).
Location: TBA
Skill Level of Participants: Intermediate with basic knowledge of the construction industry and/or interior design. Architects, Engineers, CMs, GCs, Trade Contractors and others in the construction field.
Prereq: CE1 or a basic understanding of the LEED rating system and the USGBC.
**Bring a copy of the LEED NC, EB or CI reference guide.
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: In an effort to be consistently GREEN, a copy of the presentation, handouts, and other reference resources will be emailed prior to the class. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Note: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
Class: CE3
- Topic: LEED 2.2/2.0 vs. LEED 2009, what you need to know? *
Class Length: 8 Hr Class
Dates: TBA
Fee: $300 pp
Register at: www.CrescentEnergy.com
Workshop Synopsis: The USGB is coming out with LEED 2009 in March 2009. Be one of the first to know the difference between NC 2.2/CI 2.0 and LEED 2009. Get materials outlining what you need to know and insight on how to prepare to take the LEED A.P. Exam.
Location: TBA
Skill Level of Participants: Intermediate with basic knowledge of the construction industry and/or interior design, as well as a general understanding of LEED NC 2.2/CI 2.0. Architects, Engineers, CMs, GCs, Trade Contractors and others in the construction field.
Prereq: CE1, CE2 and/or a well rounded understanding of the LEED rating system.
**Bring a copy of the LEED NC, EB or CI reference guide.
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: Disc containing copy of presentation, handouts, and other reference resources. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Notes: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
* Class dates may change due to the USGBC release date of LEED 2009
Class: CE4
- Topic: LEED AP Exam Review
Class Length: 8 Hr Class
Dates: Tuesday: May 26, June 23*
Fee: $300 pp
Register at: www.CrescentEnergy.com
Workshop Synopsis: The USGBC is coming out with a new version of LEED New Construction and Commercial Interiors in March 2009. Classes are designed to ensure that participants will be prepared to pass the LEED AP exam as well as have a more in-depth understanding of the LEED rating system and sustainability.
Location: Homeland Safety
Skill Level of Participants: Intermediate with basic knowledge of the construction industry and/or interior design, as well as a general understanding of LEED 2.2/2.0 or LEED 2009. Architects, Engineers, CMs, GCs, Trade Contractors and others in the construction field.
Prereq: CE1, CE2, CE3 and/or a well rounded understanding of the LEED rating system.
**Bring a copy of the LEED NC, EB or CI reference guide.
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: Disc containing copy of presentation, handouts, and other reference resources. Sample LEED AP test will be distributed to all participants. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Notes: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
* Class will prepare students for current version of LEED, NOT LEED 2009. Those taking the current version MUST register for the exam by March 31 at http://www.gbci.org/
Class: CE5
- Topic: Sustainable Project Management: How to approach a sustainable project.
Class Length: 4 Hr Class
Dates: To Be Announced
Fee: $250 pp
Register at: www.CrescentEnergy.com
Workshop Synopsis: The course will focus on specific, practical techniques, methods, tools, and resources vital to Sustainable Project Management. You will learn various aspects of sustainable project planning and execution processes as well as long-term operation management issues. Instructors will combine both theoretical and practical experience on cutting edge global projects as part of an interactive curriculum.
Location: TBA
Skill Level of Participants: Beginner to Intermediate with basic knowledge of the construction industry and/or interior design, as well as a general understanding of LEED NC 2.2/CI 2.0. Architects, Engineers, CMs, GCs, Trade Contractors and others in the construction field.
Prereq: CE1, CE2 and/or a well rounded understanding of the LEED rating system.
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: Disc containing copy of presentation, handouts, and other reference resources. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Note: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
Specialty In-House Services:
- Company In-House Training
Class Length: 4 or 8 Hr Class
Dates: Dependant on Company Schedule and Availability
Fee: $250 / $400 pp
Workshop Synopsis: Classes will be scheduled at your company’s convenience and in your space if desired; we will ensure that your employees are prepared to pass the LEED AP exam as well as have a more in-depth understanding of the LEED rating system and sustainability. We can tailor the workshop’s theme to your needs.
Location: To be determined
Skill Level of Participants: Depends on class topic
Prereq: Depends on class topic
Materials to be provided to participants at Workshops: Disc containing copy of presentation, handouts, and other reference resources. Participants can follow along with laptops if preferred.
Room Set-Up Preferences:
- Ideally, a classroom layout with a podium, a microphone and a screen for PowerPoint presentation.
Seating/Spatial Requirements for Participants: Employees will need an average amount of space. They will need to work at a table or desk.
Note: Crescent Energy reserves the right to reschedule a class due to unforeseeable events and will notify all registered students.
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