Green Building 101: Sustainable Sites and Ecological Landscaping

Cost: $32

The first in a series of introductory green building workshops, this interactive class targets landscapers, designers, landscape architects and contractors who are not currently using green techniques and materials or who are just getting started. The workshop will provide a broad introduction to the latest in green landscaping and how you can begin to use ecologically-sound systems and materials in your work, helping you earn points on LEED and GreenPoint rated checklists.

Workshop topics include:

-    Professional certifications

-    Working with LEED and GreenPoint standards

-    Designing sites and managing water for ecological health

-    Native plant selection and maintenance

-    Integrating green materials and supplies

-    Green roofs and walls

-    Additional resources and information

Instructors:

Josh Fodor, Central Coast Wilds

Terry Lyngso, Lyngso Garden Materials

Co-sponsored by Green Building Exchange (www.greenbuildingexchange.com) and  RecycleWorks of San Mateo County. Register at http://www.greenlandscaping.eventbrite.com by June 19 to reserve your seat.