From the Gulf Coast Green website:
The American Institute of Architects (AIA) Committee on the Environment (COTE) Houston Chapter presents:
Gulf Coast Green 2010
Reframing our Built EnvironmentApril 15-16, 2010 Hilton at University of Houston
Houston, TX• The Business of Green. Speakers in this track will explore economic opportunities in the sustainability movement. Topics may include job creation, the marketing of green building products and services, and return on investment for green strategies.
• Renovating the Future. Upgrades to existing buildings and interiors are especially critical to reducing the carbon footprint of our industry. Speakers in this track will discuss strategies that work for health, energy savings, material resources, and economic payback.
• Geography of Change. Project location and site design have become more critical than ever with changes to LEED and to local ordinances. Speakers in this track will address land analysis, planning, design, management, preservation, and rehabilitation for the health of people and ecosystems.
Speakers and schedule
Expo exhibits
Registration (online registration closes April 7)
April 16, 2010
8:00AM for hrs
Hilton-University of Houston, 4800 Calhoun Road, Houston, TX 77204
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