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Summer 2012

Mayor Rahm Emanuel

program schedule

www.chicagogreentech.org Find us on:

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GREETINGS & OVERVIEW�7��=��91��<�7�1�K1=7�7�Z1=��<�7�1�`1�8��9�����������=JZZ187�Z1����9L�Q��7�a great summer this will be at the Chicago Center for Green Technology. �1���[1��9�1}��7�9��;�91,J>�7��=�=1�=�9�Q�7���81�7�>81=19718=��9L�=1Z�9�8=�that appeal to a range of audiences. Classes cover everything from green ��9=78J�7��9� ��L1=� �9L� >1=7� Z�9��1Z197� 7�� >18Z��J;7J81� �9L� L�,�7,yourself energy audits. Summer is a great time to start working toward your Green Tech U certificate. CCGT certificates are free and are offered in six subject areas: Architecture, Building and Construction Management, Engineering, Green Business, Green Home and Garden and Interior Design. CCGT certificates acknowledge your commitment to continuing education and development in sustainability. They are a great addition to a resume, and can also ��978�KJ71�7��`�J8�1;���K�;�7`�7��=�7�<�8�7�1�������8119��==����71�1}�Z�� J89�7��page 6 for details on our certificate program. ��� ��=��;=��7J89�9��$#�7��=�=JZZ18~�q��9�J=��9��1;1K8�7�9���J8��99�[18=�8`��9��7J8L�`!�qJ91�$"7��<8�Z�$#]##���Z��7��(]##�>�Z���1�Q�;;���[1�1}��K�7�8=!�music, food, games and more to mark the occasion. Registration is free, �9L�>1�>;1�Q���>81,81��=718��81�1;���K;1�7��Q�9�>8��1=�7�1�L�`��<�7�1�1[197��To register, get more information, or view updates check our website at http://www.chicagogreentech.org/10th_Anniversary. Coming this season, CCGT is hosting a portion of the Chicago Architecture Foundation’s current exhibit: How Much ��1=� �7� ��=7�� ���>� ��;J1�� �1�exhibition aims to show you the true hidden costs of everyday items in the home by examining their environmental and social impacts. We hope that you are able to join us for several of these exciting events. As always, feel free to drop in to our Green Building Resource Center to see some of the latest green products, use our study guides <�8� 7�1� ����� 1}�Z=!� �9L� 81�L�through some of the green periodicals we subscribe to. Have a great summer~��

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CHICAGO CENTER FOR GREEN TECHNOLOGY �1� �������� �19718� <�8� �8119� 1��9�;��`� '��� )� �=� 7�1� <�8=7� 81��K�;�7�71L�ZJ9���>�;�KJ�;L�9���9�7�1�9�7��9�7��81�1�[1�7�1��������;�7�9JZ�8�7�9��<8�Z�7�1�U.S. Green Building Council. Mayor Richard M. Daley dedicated the building in 2002 and it has gone on to become a national model for sustainable design and technology.

The Center serves as the most comprehensive green design educational resource in the Midwest. We promote and advance sustainable homes, workplaces and communities to enhance the quality of urban life. We work to facilitate this through educational programming as well as training, research, �9L�81�;,Q�8;L�L1Z�9=78�7��9�

CONTACT INFORMATION:Staff are available six days a week, Monday through Saturday, to answer �J1=7��9=��9L�>8�[�L1�Z�81� �9<�8Z�7��9����J�Z�`�81����J=�K`���;;�9��'($%)�*+",-"+%!�1,Z��;�9��[email protected] or clicking on the “Contact Us” page on our new website, www.chicagogreentech.org. Our mailing address is: Chicago Center for Green Technology, 445 N. Sacramento Blvd, �������!����"#"$%�

VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES:If you have an interest in green buildings, design or education, and enjoy working with the public, consider becoming a volunteer at the Chicago Center for Green Technology.

Volunteers at CCGT have a great opportunity to learn about the latest advances in green buildings, technology, and sustainable products and practices. They network with local green professionals, give guided tours of �J8� ������ �;�7�9JZ� KJ�;L�9�� 7�� =7JL197=� �9L� >8�<1==��9�;� �8�J>=!� �9L� �==�=7�visitors in the Resource Center researching local green issues and products.

Volunteer opportunities require a minimum commitment of a few hours per week for three months. To obtain an application please visit our website or contact us.

TOURS:Guided tours are available for groups of ten or more. Tours are offered �9L�`�7�8�J����7J8L�`��7�$#](#����9L�$](#������Z�9�ZJZ��<�7Q��Q11/=�advanced registration is required. Please visit our website to book your tour. Z�;;18� �8�J>=� �81� 19��J8��1L� 7�� 7�/1� �� =1;<,�J�L1L� 7�J8� LJ8�9�� 81�J;�8�KJ=�91==���J8=�� 1;<,�J�L1L� 7�J8�K8���J81=��81��[��;�K;1��7� 7�1� <8�97�L1=/� �9�the lobby and in the Resource Center.

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RESOURCE CENTER:The Green Building Resource Center at CCGT is an invaluable tool for those interested in learning about sustainability, green technology, and green buildings. We are open to the public six days a week and accessible to everyone from Chicago residents to green building experts. Our resources include:� ���Z>;1�;�K8�8`��<�1��,<8�19L;`�KJ�;L�9���9L�L1=��9�Z�718��;=� ���9�Q;1L�1�K;1�=7�<<� ���1<1819�1�K��/=���Q1K�81=�J8�1=� �������8119��J�;L�9����J9��;�,�������81<1819�1�Z�718��;=

GREEN TECH UThe Center’s Green Tech U program has been developed in response to the increasing demand for educational resources in green technology in Chicago. This seminar series provides an opportunity to increase knowledge �<�=J=7��9�K�;�7`!��8119�KJ�;L�9���9L�>JK;���>�;��`�Q��;1�Z117�9��;�/1,Z�9L1L�people and expanding professional networks.

REGISTRATION:Advance registration is required for all Green Tech U seminars. Unless otherwise noted, you may register on our website. Please note: some seminars require that you register with one of our programming partner.

COST:Most Green Tech U seminars are free to the public.

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CERTIFICATES:CCGT offers certificates of acknowledgement to Green Tech U participants who demonstrate a commitment to ongoing learning and development in this field. Certificates can be earned in the following subject areas:

� ���8���71�7J81� ���J�;L�9���9L���9=78J�7��9��9��1Z197� ���9��9118�9�� ���8119��J=�91==� ���8119���Z1��9L���8L19� ���9718��8��1=��9 To obtain a certificate, participants must first fill out a “Program Enrollment” form indicating which certificates they intend to pursue, and then submit the completed form to CCGT staff. Participants must then attend six eligible =1Z�9�8=� Q�7��9� �� $%,Z�97�� >18��L�� �91� �<� 7�1� =�}� =1Z�9�8=� ZJ=7� K1� 7�1�<�J9L�7��9���J8=1!�����;��`��<��1=��9���87��]���9�1>7����;1�=1�=��9,�9�K1<�81�1���� =1Z�9�8��9� 7�1��>>8�>8��71����9,�9�� =�117!��9L� =>1��<`�Q�17�18� `�J��81� >J8=J�9�� �� �187�<���71�� ��87���>�97=� Q��� <��;� 7�� =��9,�9� Q�;;� 9�7� ��[1� 7��7�seminar counted towards their certificate. Some seminars may count towards more than one certificate.

Once the six seminars have been completed, participants must fill out the “Certificate Application” form, and submit the completed form to CCGT staff. A certificate and letter will be mailed to the applicant approximately one month later. Certificates may be earned in more than one subject area simultaneously.

To obtain any of these forms please visit our website or contact us directly. \�8Z=��81�1;1�78�9����9L�Z�`�K1���Z>;171L�L���7�;;`��9L�1,Z��;1L�

CONTINUING EDUCATION CREDITS: �1��19718�J9L18=7�9L=��9L�81���9��1=�7�1�911L�<�8�>8�<1==��9�;=�7���K7��9�continuing education credits or units. We are a registered American Institute �<��8���71�7=�'���),��97�9J�9���LJ��7��9�`=71Z�'��)�>8�[�L18���9`��<��J8�=1Z�9�8=� �81� �>>8�[1L� <�8� �1�89�9�� �9�7=� '��)� 7�8�J��� ���,���� �9� �8L18� 7���K7��9�7�1���!��7719L11=�ZJ=7�>8�[�L1�7�1�8�����Z1ZK18�9JZK18��9�7�1�=��9,in sheet at each Green Tech U seminar. AIA approved classes are marked by their logo.

We can provide a general “Certificate of Attendance” to people seeking proof of their attendance for submission to other professional associations or employers. All certificates of attendance must be signed by CCGT staff on the day of the seminar in order to be valid.

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SEMINAR LISTINGS:1Z�9�8=��81�;�=71L��9���8�9�;�����;��8L18������=��>>1�8�9��91}7�7����=1Z�9�8��9L���71� �� >8��8�ZZ�9�� >�87918=��>�� �187�<���71=� 78��/=� �81� ��;�8,��L1L�below and can be cross referenced to colored dots appearing after each =1Z�9�8��9L���7�9��7�1��>>;���K;1��187�<���71�78��/�� �1�1Z1=718,�7,�,�;�9�1���;19L�8� �9� >��1=� $^� �9L� $"� >8�[�L1=� �� L17��;1L� K81�/L�Q9� �<� �;;� 7�1�seminars.

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Advanced Hologram Technology for Building Integrated Photovoltaics5/17/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Louise Pauly, Sun Phocus Technologies and Monica Cook, University of Illinois - ChicagoJ9� ����J=� �=� �� =7�87,J>� ��Z>�9`� �J7� �<� 7�1� �;;�9��=� �9=7�7J71� �<� 1��9�;��`�that developed a unique hologram planar concentrator technology that is =J�7�K;1�<�8�KJ�;L�9���971�8�71L�>��7�[�;7�����>>;���7��9=�'����)��J9�����J=��=� �<<18�9�� 91Q� >8�LJ�7=� <�8� 9�9,[�=��9� �;�==� �>>;���7��9=� 7��=� =JZZ18!� �9L���[1� ;�9�� 718Z� ���� L1[1;�>Z197� >;�9=� 7�� L1[1;�>� =1Z�,78�9=>�8197� �9L�aesthetically pleasing products for vision glass applications.

Touring the Green Exchange5/19/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Lisa Elkins, 2 Point PerspectiveLOCATION: First Floor Lobby, Green Exchange, 2545 West DiverseyFEE: Freeq��9� ����� ���81L�71L� �8���71�7� ��=�� �;/�9=� �9� �� 7�J8� 7�8�J��� 7�1� 81�197;`�;�J9��1L��8119��}���9�1Y�7�1�91Q��JK��<�7�1��8119���ZZJ9�7`�� �1�7�J8�will include the common areas as well as GreenChoice Bank, the GreenHouse ��<7� 1[197� =>��1!� �9L� 7�1� �<<��1� �<� %� ���97� �18=>1�7�[1�� �1� ��=7�8`� �<� 7�1�building and its redevelopment will be discussed as well as the multitude of 1��,<8�19L;`��9L������<1�7J81=�7��7��K�J9L�7�8�J����J7�7�1�KJ�;L�9��������]�%��

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Efficient Use of Irrigation5/19/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Jeff Clifford, RainbirdEver wonder how you can have a beautiful landscape with an efficient irrigation system? There have been many changes in how and when irrigation systems apply water. During the presentation see local real life examples of how simple modifications can save both money and water while not compromising plant health. During the discussion, products will be on hand so that you can see first hand what options are available.

RainSmart Landscapes5/22/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Mark Moxley, Lake Street SupplyThere are numerous things homeowners and business owners can do, from a landscaping perspective, to reduce the burden and damage caused by stormwater. They can also reduce irrigation needs in the process. This overview will present many of the concepts used in backyards to reduce basement seepage, runoff to municipal sewer systems, and onsite harvesting. Different materials and design ideas will be presented and discussed.

Water Efficiency and WaterSense Product Labeling5/24/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Cary McElhinney, US EPA Region 5 and Paul Patton, Delta Faucet Companyq��9� J=� �=� Q1� L�=�J==� ��71819=1!� �� >�87918=��>� >8��8�Z� ;1L� K`� 7�1� ����Environmental Protection Agency that seeks to protect the future of our nation’s water supply by offering people a simple way to use less water 7�8�J����L197�<���7��9��<�Q�718,1<<���197�>8�LJ�7=!�>8��7��1=!��9L�=18[��1=��� �1�US EPA will explain the labeling program and what to look for when making a purchase. Delta Faucet Company, a WaterSense partner, will explore the different types of water savings products they offer.

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Digging Beneath the Myths: DIY Green Landscaping5/26/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Julie Siegel, J. Siegel Designs, Inc.LOCATION: 4654 N. Leamington, Chicago, IL 60630This course will explore the ground between the myths and realities of =J=7��9�K;1� ��8L19�9��� 117�9�� �9,=�71� �9� �9� �[18��1� 81=�L197��;� ��������lot will focus us on practical approaches to creating ‘greener’ gardens by discussing some typical gardening challenges. Activities will include a planting demonstration and a native plants discussion, as well as tips for mulching, composting, rain barrels, rain gardens, and backyard chickens.

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Incorporating Reclaimed Building Materialsfor People, Profit and Planet5/29/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Nathan Benjamin, PlanetReuseThis presentation provides a guide to incorporating reclaimed building materials into the building construction and management process. The audience will leave with an understanding of why reuse is important, how to find reclaimed materials that fit a project’s specifications and budget, how 81J=1��Z>��7=�������187�<���7��9��9L���Q�7��Q�8/��8�J9L�7�1�Z�=7���ZZ�9����;;19�1=��==����71L�Q�7��KJ�;L�9��Z�718��;�81J=1��������]�%��

Sustainable Solutions for Native Landscapes and Natural Areas5/31/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Grace Koehler, Pizzo Native Plant Nursery and Jake Hagelow, Pizzo & Associates, Ltd.������ Q�;;� >8�[�L1� �9� �9<�8Z�7��9�;� 7�;/� �K�J7� 7�1� J=1� �<� 9�7�[1� >;�97=� �9�our landscapes, including green roofs, and why invasive species control is �Z>�87�97�� ������ �� �==����71=� Q�;;� 7�;/� �K�J7� >;�97� =1;1�7��9!� 9�7J8�;� �81��restoration, and site considerations. This presentation will cover selected case studies to show how native landscapes produce true cost savings for customers and clients.

DIY Energy Audit6/2/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: John Porterfield and Cheryl Pomeroy, e-ZingThink an energy audit just means replacing light bulbs and using power strips? Think again. There are now tools and methods available to the consumer that go beyond these simple steps and get at more substantial energy, and ��=7!�=�[�9�=��q��9�7�1�>8�=� <8�Z�1��9���=�7�1`�81[�1Q�J7�;�7`�K�;;� 78��/�9���9L�home energy analysis software, steps to conduct your own audit (including �L197�<`�9�� =�<17`� ����8L=)!� ��Q� �JL�7� 81=J;7=� ��9� K1� J=1L� 7�� >8��8�7��1� �9L�>;�9� ��=7,1<<1�7�[1� �Z>8�[1Z197=!� �9L� Q�`� ��8�9�� 7�1� 8���7� ��978��7�8� �=� =��important.

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Energy Efficient Mortgages: A Home Buyer’s Guide to Financing Efficiency Upgrades6/2/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Beau D’Arcy, Effortless EfficiencyEnergy Efficient Mortgage, or EEM as it’s called, is a great loan program �LZ�9�=7181L� 7�8�J��� 7�1� \1L18�;� ��J=�9�� �LZ�9�=78�7��9� '\��)!� 7�1��1>�87Z197�<�8���J=�9���9L��8K�9��1[1;�>Z197�'���)��9L��1>�87Z197��<��1718�9=��<<��8=�'��)�� ��=�>8��8�Z��;;�Q=���Z1�KJ`18=!��8�7��=1�81<�9�9��9��;��9=��9��J88197;`��Q91L�>8�>187�1=� 7���LL�����,1<<���19�`� <J89��1=!�Q�718��1�718=!��9=J;�7��9!�Q1�7�18,=78�>>�9�!��9L�=7�8Z�Q�9L�Q=�7��7�1�8�;��9���9�Z�=7�cases, the energy savings created are greater than the additional monthly Z�87���1���=7!�=��7�1=1�J>�8�L1=�>�`�<�8�7�1Z=1;[1=~� ��=�=1Z�9�8�Q�;;�1}>;��9�the program in detail, and provide an explanation on how consumers can take advantage of this powerful tool.

Home Performance Essentials: Shown in Infrared6/5/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Corbett Lunsford, Green Dream Group��Z1��18<�8Z�9�1�K81�/=�L�Q9��97���9��9�;`=�=��<��1�7�<;�Q!���8<;�Q�>81==J81!�Z��=7J81!��9L���8��J�;�7`�� �1�89���Q� 7���>>8������9`�KJ�;L�9�� �9� 7�1�Q�8;L�using any equipment with these basic building blocks. We’ll explore building >18<�8Z�9�1� 7�8�J��� 7�1� ;19=� �<� �9<8�81L� �18Z��8�>�`�� �1�89� 7�� �L197�<`�>�7197��;� �9718��7��9=� Q�7��9� 7�1� KJ�;L�9�� =`=71Z�� �9�Q� Q��7� 1�J�>Z197�tests which aspects of home performance. Understand implementation of essential improvements in homes. Be prepared for unforeseen side effects of improvement, and how to verify that they are not negatively impacting home performance.

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ICC’s 2012 Building & Fire Code for Vegetative, PV and High Tech Roofs6/7/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Bill McHugh, Chicago Roofing Contractors AssociationThis program focuses on brand new code requirements for Vegetative Garden Roofs, Photovoltaics and other technologies used on the rooftop. �1�89���Q����9�1=�7��7�1���L1�Z�`��Z>��7�`�J8�91}7���8119|��8�8191Q�K;1�energy roof project. This seminar will be particularly relevant to building and ��9=78J�7��9�>8�<1==��9�;=��������]�%��

Making Your Bills and Your Carbon Footprint Smaller6/9/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Anna Markowski, CNT Energy; Abby Corso, Delta Institute; and Chris Coleman, MyHomeEQ Members of Energy Impact Illinois will speak on the benefits of the new Energy Impact Illinois loan program, advising homeowners on how to cut their energy bills and pay for it using rebates and low interest loans. We will have speakers from the Delta Institute to detail the loan program, MyHomeEQ, a new online tool for evaluating your home’s efficiency and figuring ways to take advantage of the Energy Impact Illinois funding and rebates, as well as an Illinois Home Performance certified energy auditor and contractor. Individuals will be able to assess their own energy efficiency and schedule a �9��>>��97Z197�Q�7���9��JL�7�8���978��7�8�7��<J87�18�1[�;J�71�7�1�8���Z1�

Shades of Green6/9/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Chris Turley, Turley ArchitectsWhat does “green” mean to you? Energy efficiency? Healthy Homes? Reduced construction waste? Xeriscaping? We discuss these and many more strategies so that you can create your own Green world specific to your own property. As time permits we will also review the latest in Green technologies, concepts, and codes.

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Sustainable Backyard Workshop6/12/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Sarah Abu-Absi and Andy Johnson, WRD Environmental and Mark Willie, Green Depot�1�89� ��Q� 7�� Z�/1� `�J8� K��/!� <8�97� �8� =�L1� `�8L� Z�81� 19[�8�9Z197�;;`�=J=7��9�K;1~� ��=� Q�8/=��>� Q�;;� ��[18� 7�1� K�=��=� �<� �9=7�;;�9�� �� 8��9� K�881;!�setting up a compost bin, planting a tree and more. Spring is a great time to >;�97���9�7�[1���8L19��9L� 7811=� �9�`�J8�`�8L~���J�Q�;;��;=�� ;1�89��K�J7� 7�1���7`|=�81K�71�>8��8�Z��9L���Q���������81=�L197=���9�81�1�[1�J>�7��^#���<<�of their next tree, native plant, rain barrel or compost bin purchase.

Green Cleaning 1016/13/2012 from 6:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Heather Grance, Peggy Notebaert Nature MuseumLOCATION: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon DriveFEE: $10 for Nature Museum members, $15 non-members�/1� `�J8� �Q9� 9�7J8�;� '�9L� 1<<1�7�[1~)� �8119� �;1�9�9�� /�7� �9� 7��=� ��9L=,�9�workshop. Test simple recipes against commercial products and learn why �8119��;1�9�9���=�K17718�<�8�`�J8��1�;7�!�7�1�19[�8�9Z197��9L�`�J8�Q�;;17~

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How to Launch Your Career in the Local Green Economy6/14/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Brandon Knight, Global ExchangeDrawing from his experience working in the urban farming and renewable 1918�`�<�1;L=!��8�9L�9��9���7�Q�;;�1}>;�81�=��;�K;1�Z�L1;=��9L�>8��1�7=�7��7�are helping to change the landscape of the Midwest and how you can KJ�;L�����8118��9�7��=�1[�;[�9��1��9�Z`���8�9L�9���=�=>197�*�`1�8=�7�J8�9��7�1� �LQ1=7� �=� �� ��Z>���9� �8��9��18� �9L� >8��1�7� ;1�L18� 78�9=<�8Z�9��;���;� �8119� 1��9�Z�1=!� �9L� L1[1;�>1L� 7�1� �8119� ���9�Z`� �1�L18=��>�Training program in Highland Park, Michigan. This seminar will discuss the knowledge, attitude and technical skills needed to create a career in the green economy.

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Ecology of Design Part I: Concept6/16/2012 from 11:00 AM - 1:00 PMSPEAKER: Michael Iversen, University of Illinois at Chicago��87� �� �<� �� 7Q�,>�87� =18�1=!� �=� K�=1L� �9� 7�1� ��9�1>7J�;���7��9� �<� J8K�9��1L�areas as complex dynamical ecosystems, which are being stressed from 7�1� ��9[18�19�1� �<� J8K�9���7��9!� <�==�;,<J1;� 1918�`� L1>;17��9!� �9L� �;�Z�71����9�1�� �=�9�� �9� 1��=`=71Z,K�=1L� �>>8����!� L1=��9� �=� 81,�9718>8171L� �=�the intentional shaping of energy, material, information and monetary flows 7��7���7��=��9>J7=��9L��J7>J7=��<��9�J8K�9��1L�1��=`=71Z�� �1��9[197�8`��9L�analysis of these system flows may then serve as the basis for informed design decisions and policymaking. This seminar is required for people seeking a �8119� 1������187�<���71��������]�%��

This seminar coincides with CCGT’s 10th Anniversary Celebration. Food vendors will be onsite selling snacks and refreshments.

Solar - Simple, Affordable Energy Solutions6/19/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Lisa Albrecht, Solar Service Inc.Why rent your energy when you can own it? Solar is simple, reliable, �<<�8L�K;1���9L��[��;�K;1��ZZ1L��71;`~�q��9�J=��9L�1}>;�81�=�;�8�7�18Z�;��9L�solar electric technology for both residential and commercial applications. �1� Q�;;� L�=�J==� 7�1� Z�/1,J>!� K191<�7=� �9L� �[��;�K;1� <�9�9���;� �9�197�[1=� <�8�7�1=1�=`=71Z=��������]�%��

Fundamentals of Geothermal6/21/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Greg Speziale, Pioneer GeothermalWondering if geothermal heating and cooling is right for you? This seminar Q�;;�>8�[�L1��9��978�LJ�7��9�7���1�7�18Z�;�'�1�1}���9�1)�71��9�;���1=��9L�7�1�8��>>;���7��9=���1�89�7�1�<J9L�Z197�;=��=�Q1;;��=�7�1���=7=��9L�K191<�7=��<�geothermal systems. Environmental impacts and financial incentives will also K1���[181L��������]�%��

Invasive and Exotic Pests and Plants6/23/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Shawn Kingzette, The Care of TreesInvasive and exotic species pose significant threats to our environment, particularly natural areas. We’ll explore several problems in the Chicago area =J��� �=� �Z18�;L� �=�� ��818!� �=��9� ��9�,��891L� K117;1!� �J7��� 1;Z� L�=1�=1!�European buckthorn, and others. Current management and treatment =78�71��1=�Q�;;��;=��K1�81[�1Q1L���1�89�Q��7�`�J���9�L��7��81LJ�1�7�1=1�7�81�7=�

Innovative New Products for Interiors6/23/2012 from 2:00-4:00 PMSPEAKER: Amanda N. Mahon, Green Home ChicagoLOCATION: Green Home Chicago, 213 N. Morgan St.q��9� �8119� ��Z1� �������� 7�� ;1�89� Z�81� �K�J7� >8�LJ�7� �[��;�K�;�7`� �9L�services that can be used to achieve certification from Chicago’s Green Homes Program. See new laminate wood panels, hardy washable floor ��[18�9�=�8J�=!�81�`�;1L�<�K8��=!�91Q����Z�L1���J9718�7�>=�7��7��81�9�9,�porous and beautiful. Also discover innovative ideas for decorating your ��Z1�=J=7��9�K;`��9L�=7�;;�����1[�9��7��7�K1�J7�<J;��9L�J9��J1�L1=��9~

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Passive House and Net Zero: A New House in River Forest6/26/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Tom Bassett-Dilley, Tom Bassett-Dilley Architect, Ltd.This presentation will demonstrate how Passive House Planning was used to 81LJ�1�1918�`�L1Z�9L=!� 7�19������ =`=71Z�Q�=� =��1L� 7���<<=17� 7�1� 81Z��9�9��energy demands. The presentation will also show how a Building Information Model was used to integrate with the energy modeling software and how the ��==�[1���J=1��;�99�9�����/��1���9�K1�J=1L��9�L1=��9�7���>7�Z��1�>18<�8Z�9�1��������]�%��

How to Green Your Outpatient Medical Practice6/28/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Sarah Lovinger, MD, Chicago Physicians for Social Responsibility �1� �� �1�;7�� ��81� �9LJ=78`� 1Z�7=� $_�� �<� �8119��J=1� ��=1=� �9� �J8� ��J978`���While many new hospitals are green, outpatient practices are not. Based on 7�1�[�L1�!���8���8119]� �1��9[�8�9Z197�;;`,\8�19L;`�1L���;��8��7��1!���8�����[�9�18!� �� Q�;;� ;1�L� �� >�91;� �<� ;���;� 1}>187=� 7�� 1}>;��9� ��Q� =�Z>;1� 1�=`�changes to medical practices can make them substantially greener.

Permaculture I: Fundamentals and Principles6/30/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Jody Luna, Midwest PermaculturePermaculturists strive to grow food just about anywhere, repair environmentally L�Z��1L� ;�9L=!� L1=��9� ;�[1;`� �9L� ;�9�� ;�=7�9�� �8119,KJ�;L�9�=!� >8�LJ�1�>�Q18!� 8J9� =J��1==<J;,>1�>;1,�8�1971L� KJ=�91==1=!� �9L� KJ�;L�9�� �J7�197���community. They accomplish this by using the same fundamental design principles and by applying a fundamental permaculture ethic: Care of �1�>;1� ,� ��81� �<� 7�1� ��87�� ,� ��8�9�� �;;� J8>;J=�� �1�89� 7�1� 1==19�1� �<!� �9L�reasons for, applying a permaculture way of thinking to how we live.

Solar 103: Transforming Solar into Stored Energyand Savings6/30/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Steve Johnson, Convergence Energy�� =7�ZJ;�7�9�� �[18[�1Q� �9L� L�=�J==��9� �<� �9� �971�8�71L� ��8LQ�81�=�<7Q�81�platform that combines battery storage with renewable energy sources like solar. This can shorten the payback period of distributed renewable energy by J>�7��^#�!�>�7197��;;`�78�>;�9����KJ�;L�9���Q918|=�1918�`���=7�=�[�9�=�� �1�;�8�1�scale and intelligent management of this network of home and businesses provides additional benefits to the building owner, in effect, creating the equivalent of a virtual power plant.

Chicago Green Permit Program7/5/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Sophie Martinez, Chicago Department of Buildings�1�89�7�1�K�=��=��<�7�1��1>�87Z197��<��J�;L�9�|=��8119��18Z�7��8��8�Z�� �1�Green Permit Program provides incentives to homeowners and developers that integrate green technologies and environmentally responsible designs �9�7�1�8�KJ�;L�9�=���1�89���Q�7��>�87���>�71!��8�718���<�8��J�;�<���7��9!��9L�Q��7�incentives are available. The lecture will conclude with information on how to obtain permits for Green Elements (i.e. Geothermal Systems, Green Roofs, Photovoltaic Panels, Rainwater Harvesting Systems, Solar Thermal Panels and ��9L� J8K�91=)��������]�%��

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Creating Affordable Green Interiors7/7/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Andrea Vollf, VK Sustainable Concepts�1��=7181L� �9718��8� �1=��918� �9L� ����� ��� ����� �9L81�� ��;;<!� Q�;;� 71���� 7�1�audience how to create elegant yet affordable sustainable interiors. She will cover the most popular types of sustainable materials and finishes available �9�7�1�Z�8/17�,��=�Q1;;��=�Q�181!��9L�Q�19!�7��J=1�7�1Z��

Lowering the Cost of High Ceilings7/7/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Jack Matzer, Energy Efficiency ConsultantHeated air becomes lighter. It is natural for the lighter air to move upward 7�� 7�1� �1�;�9�� �81�7�9�� ��8� ;�`18=� �<� L�<<18197� 71Z>18�7J81� '=78�7�<���7��9)��This represents a potential source of heat loss for ground floor occupants, and unwanted heat gain on upper levels. In a facility with a 20 foot ceiling, 7�1� 71Z>18�7J81���9�K1�$#� 7��%#�L1�811=� '\)�����18��7� 7�1��1�;�9�� 7��9��9�7�1� <;��8�� ��;�9��9�� 7��=� L�<<1819�1� ��9� 81>81=197� 1918�`� =�[�9�=� �<� $^��7�� (#��� � ��=� >81=197�7��9� Q�;;� ����;���7� ��=1� =7JL�1=� <��J=�9�� �9� ����� �9L�destratification systems to achieve temperature balance, energy efficiency �9L��Z>8�[1L�7�18Z�;���Z<�87��������]�%��

Community Gardening in Chicago7/10/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Edde Jones, Greencorps Chicago and guest panelistsCommunity gardens are a great way for neighborhood residents to get to know each other while enjoying the outdoors in a safe and healthy environment. But where do you start, how do you find a space, and what 81=�J8�1=��9L�1}>187�=1��81��[��;�K;1�7��L1[1;�>�`�J8�>;�9����LL1�q�91=�<8�Z�the city’s Greencorps Chicago program will facilitate a panel of community gardening experts to answer your questions and help you get your community garden off the ground and running. Whether you are a gardening veteran looking for additional materials, would like to link more closely with others in your neighborhood who are already gardening, or would just like to learn more, this workshop is for you.

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From Grass Roots to Girdling Roots, How to Keep your Trees Alive.7/12/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Bruce Horigan, Horigan Tree CareA professional arborist will discuss many challenges that trees face while growing in the urban and suburban environment. Emphasis will be placed on educating attendees as to what to look for and do that will dramatically �9�81�=1�7�1��1�;7���9L�;�9�1[�7`��<��J8�J8K�9�<�81=7���1�89�Q�����7811=��81�best suited to our climate, including those listed on Chicago’s Urban Tree �;�97�9����=7�

Green and Durable - Bamboo Flooring7/14/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Steven Wang, Mr. Bamboo, Inc.Bamboo is environmentally friendly. It grows faster than trees, so it doesn’t take as long to replenish, has a higher density, and absorbs less moisture. As a 81=J;7!�K�ZK���<;��8�9���=�$##����8L18�7��9���/��9L�_#����8L18�7��9�Z�>;1��Bamboo floors are also easy to install on any type of subfloor and perfect for K�=1Z197��9L�8�L��97��1�7��9=7�;;�7��9���1�89���Q�81=�;�197�K�ZK���<;��8�9��is (does not scratch from high heels, sharp objects, pet claws and furniture Z�[1Z197)!��=�Q1;;��=��7=�J=1��9���ZZ18���;��9L�81=�L197��;�=177�9�=�

Field Applied UV Coatings7/14/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Richard Mandich, Tesla UV and Rich Mackiewicz, Cytec IndustriesExplanation and demonstration of field applied UV coatings on wood, ��9�8171!� 7188����� <;��8=!� �9L� ��J9718� 7�>� 81<�9�=��9��� ��� ���7�9�=� �81�19[�8�9Z197�;;`� =�<1!� 1}781Z1;`� LJ8�K;1!� ��97��9� �18�� 7�� ;�77;1� ���|=� �9L��;;�Q�<�8�8�>�L�817J89�7��=18[��1��<����71L�=J8<��1=��������]�%��

Green Construction Codes Are Here - Now What?7/17/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Christopher Chwedyk, Burnham - The Code Group ��=�̀ 1�8!�7�1��97189�7��9�;���L1���J9��;�'���)���=�81;1�=1L�7�1�%#$%���97189�7��9�;��8119� ��9=78J�7��9� ��L1� '����)!� Q����� �;=�� 81<1819�1=� 7�1� � ������ $_-�$� ,�Standard for the Design of High Performance Green Buildings. The purpose of this code is to allow for the ‘overlay’ regulation of green building construction as part of an integrated approach with the building and fire codes. This seminar will trace the origins of the green codes, how they compare and differ from the 8�7�9��=`=71Z=�7��7���[1�K119�'�9L���97�9J1�7��K1)�J=1L!��9L��1}�Z�91�=�Z1�of their main features. We will also discuss issues related to transitioning from a rating system, where enforcement was by third party agencies, to a code that is 19<�8�1L��9L��9=>1�71L�K`�KJ�;L�9���<<����;=��������]�%��

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Beneficial Bugs in Your Garden7/19/2012 from 12:30-2:30 PMSPEAKER: Erik Grossnickle, Bartlett Tree ExpertsLOCATION: First Floor Garland Room, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.FEE: Freeq��9� �8�/� �8�==9��/;1� �<� ��87;177� 811� �}>187=� 7�� ;1�89� �K�J7� =177�9�� J>� �9��971�8�71L� >1=7� Z�9��1Z197� >8��8�Z� <�8� `�J8� ��8L19�� ��J� Q�;;� ;1�89� ��Q�to scout for pests, when it is necessary to take action, and the best organic methods for treating them, including the use of beneficial insects.

Brought to you by the Lurie Garden. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 312-742-TIXS (8497).

Green, Gorgeous, and all Yours: Building a Custom Green Home Project7/21/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Lisa Elkins, 2 Point PerspectiveSo, you want to learn more about building a green home, or greening your 1}�=7�9���K�L1~��7|=��9�1}��7�9��>8��1==�7��7�=7�87=�Q�7��Z�9`!�Z�9`��J1=7��9=�����Who should be on your project team? Where can you find the best green 81=�J8�1=�����J;L�`�J���9=�L18������<�8���Z1=!�7�1����������8119���Z1��8��8�Z!��������!��8��7�18=������7��81���17��18�|��9L���==�[1���9=78J�7��9��;;��K�J7���9L���Q�ZJ���Z�81�L�1=���8119|�81�;;`���=7��q��9���������81L�71L��8���71�7���=���;/�9=��<�%����97��18=>1�7�[1��=�=�1�L�=�J==1=���=1�=7JL�1=�7��7�Q�;;��9=Q18�7�1=1��J1=7��9=��9L�Z�9`�Z�81����8�9��`�J8��Q9��J1=7��9=�7��~����Z1�owners and green professionals who are interested in making the leap into �8119��=�Q1;;��=��9`�91�;��/�9��7��;1�89�Z�81��K�J7�1��,<8�19L;`�81=�L19�1=�will enjoy this presentation.

Sustainable Materials and Life Cycle Assessments7/21/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Steve Kooy, HaworthWhen choosing materials of construction, how one chooses a sustainable material often depends on the information available. This session will discuss the critical thinking and informational resources required to make the best, Z�=7� =J=7��9�K;1������1�� � �1�=1==��9�Q�;;�1}>;�81� 7�1�J=1��<�1��,;�K1;=��9L�life cycle assessments as tools to make better material choices. Haworth’s sustainable professional will provide real examples of materials choices made �9�7�1��<<��1�<J89�7J81��9LJ=78`�7��Z�/1�>8�LJ�7=�Z�81�=J=7��9�K;1��������]%���

LEED for Existing Homes: Case Studies7/26/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Jason LaFleur, Alliance for Environmental Sustainability; Marcus de la Fleur, delafleur.com; and David McKirnan, McKirnan BuildersCome hear the stories from design and construction professionals who have taken existing homes in Chicago and transformed them into efficient, healthy ��Z1=�Z117�9��7�1�>81=7����J=�������;�7�9JZ�L1=��9�7��9�� �811�L�<<18197���=1�=7JL�1=� Q�;;� K1� >81=1971L� =��Q��=�9�� Z�9`� �8119� KJ�;L�9�� =78�71��1=�� �1�89�about remodeling designs, construction strategies, cost implications, and how 7�1���Z1=���[1�>18<�8Z1L��<718�K1�9��;�[1L��9��������]�%��

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Permaculture II7/28/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Jody Luna, Midwest PermacultureBuilding on the concepts in Permaculture I: Fundamentals and Principles, this course investigates gardening possibilities in an urban environment. We will focus our attention on the conditions of living in a city, applying permaculture principles to unique and overlooked options to develop fruitful spaces. Participants will take a virtual tour of projects that are currently being done around the city, as well as take away ideas for projects that can be easily implemented in their own homes.

Green Building, Smart Business: Leveraging Green Building as an Asset for your Company7/28/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Lisa Elkins, 2 Point PerspectiveWith tens of thousands of businesses operating in Chicago, keeping Chicagoans �9<�8Z1L��K�J7� 7�1�8��8119�KJ�;L�9���>7��9=� �=��8�7���;�� q��9���������81L�71L��8���71�7���=���;/�9=��<�%����97��18=>1�7�[1��=�=�1�J=1=���[�8�17`��<�197187��9�9��case studies to showcase how businesses have used different approaches to make green architecture a powerful asset for their company. The lecture will cover a variety of options for greening existing spaces and buildings as well as 91Q�=>��1=��9L�KJ�;L�9�=~�� �1�K�=��=��<������<�8��1Q���9=78J�7��9��9L������for Existing Buildings will be covered in the process. Business owners who are interested in making the leap into green as well as anyone looking to learn Z�81��K�J7�1��,<8�19L;`���ZZ18���;��8���71�7J81�Q�;;�19��`�7��=�>81=197�7��9�������]�%��

Landmark Greenroofs in Chicago7/31/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Kevin Crist and Brian Barry, Intrinsic Landscaping�978�9=��� ��9L=��>�9�!� �9��� ��=� >;�`1L� �9� �971�8�;� 8�;1� �9� Z�9`� �<� �������|=��8119����<=��[18�7�1�>�=7�L1��L1Y��9�;JL�9��Z�9`�9�7�K;1��9=7�;;�7��9=���J8�7�;/�Q�;;��978�LJ�1��������|=�8�;1��=�7�1�?$��8119����<���7`��9���87���Z18�����=�Q1;;��=� �9,L1>7����=1� =7JL�1=��<�Z�9`��<� 7�1���J978`|=�Z�=7� �Z>81==�[1� �9=7�;;�7��9=�from a variety of different green roof systems. A�����]�%��

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LEED Therapy - Pursuing High-Performance Operations While Managing the Pain8/2/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Jenny Carney, YR&GImplementing green operations practices like integrated pest management, �>7�Z��1L���8��J�;�7`��9L�1918�`�1<<���19�`�Q�;;�;1�L�7����K17718!��1�;7��18��9L�more efficient building. However, it also means working with a wide range �<�>1�>;1��9L���9�1[�;[�9��8�7�9��=`=71Z�7��7��=9|7��;Q�`=��>7�Z��1L�<�8�81�;�world pragmatism. This session will discuss where we are in the evolution of sustainability in buildings and our trajectory for coming years, using various anecdotes and case studies from projects pursuing sustainable operations. �1�89���Q�������9L��7�18� =J=7��9�K�;�7`�>J8=J�7=��81� =��>�9���J8��Q�8191==�and approach as we move towards implementing sustainable practices and capturing performance results. This discussion is for audiences who have experience with implementing green building projects and an interest in Z�/�9��7��9�=�=Z��7�18�7�1�91}7�����8�J9L��������]�%��

10 Things You Did Not Know About Microturbines8/4/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Daniel Natura, NewLoop EnergyMicroturbines are based on proven turbine design, used for onsite power generation applications and larger hybrid electric vehicle applications. They are a type of combustion turbine that produces both heat and electricity on a relatively small scale. 30kW, 60kW and 200kW microturbines �81�=��;�K;1�7��$#���9L��<<18�=1[18�;�>�7197��;��L[�97��1=���Z>�81L�7���7�18�71��9�;���1=�<�8�=Z�;;,=��;1�>�Q18��1918�7��9!� �9�;JL�9�]��91�Z�[�9��>�87!���Z>��7�=��1!� ;���7Q1���7!��81�718�1<<���19�`!�J;78��;�Q�1Z�==��9=!� ;�Q18�1918�`� ��=7=!� �9L� �>>�87J9�7�1=� 7�� J7�;��1� Q�=71� <J1;=�� ��=71� �1�7� 81��[18`���9��;=��K1�J=1L�Q�7��7�1=1�=`=71Z=�7������1[1�1<<���19��1=��81�718�7��9�_#����Discover the benefits of this emerging and portable technology.

Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Reduction – Transportation Oriented Community Development Measures8/7/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Stefanie Shull, Center for Neighborhood Technology, and Leslie Oberholtzer, Farr Associates�1�89� �K�J7� 91Q� �187�<���7��9� =7�9L�8L=� �9L� 7��;=� 7��7� >8�Z�71� 7�1���9=78J�7��9��<��;�Z�71,<8�19L;�18�91���K�8���L=�K`�>8��1�7�9��7�1�8�>�7197��;��Z>��7��9L�8�7�9��7�1�81=J;7=� ,�1=>1���;;`� <8�Z���78�9=>�87�7��9�>18=>1�7�[1���1=;�1��K18��;7�18� <8�Z�\�88��==����71=�Q�;;�1}>;��9���Q�=J=7��9�K�;�7`�Z178��=��9�=`=71Z=� ;�/1�����,����9L�Z�87��L1���9�K1��>>;�1L�7����9�9����L1=�7��reduce GHG emissions and promote alternative modes of transportation. 71<�9�1� �J;;� <8�Z� 7�1� �19718� <�8� �1���K�8���L� 1��9�;��`� '�� )� Q�;;�demonstrate two CNT tools: one that estimates the GHG emissions from ��J=1��;L� 78�9=>�87�7��9� 911L=Y� 7�1� �7�18� 1=7�Z�71=� 7�1� 78�9=>�87�7��9�energy intensity of commercial buildings.

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Tips, Tricks and Tracking: Take Control of Your Energy Bills and Save a Bundle8/9/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Annie Warnock, Citizens Utility BoardIt is summer and it is heating up. Do not let those energy bills make you hot J9L18� 7�1���;;�8~�q��9��99�1���89��/� <8�Z�7�1���7��19=��7�;�7`����8L�7�� ;1�89�about the CUB Energy Saver site—a free online tool that will help you track and save on your energy bills, and even reward you for each kilowatt you =�[1~��99�1�Q�;;��;=��7�;/��K�J7�7�1�L�<<18197�1918�`�1<<���19�`�>8��8�Z=�7��7�the utility companies offer to those customers interested in investing in high efficiency appliances.

This seminar will be presented in both English and Spanish. To RSVP for Spanish speaking attendees call 1-800-669-5556 and ask for Ivonne.

Collecting and Storing Honeybee Products8/11/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: John Christman, Christman ApiaryThis seminar will discuss collecting pollen, honey supering, extracting and processing honey, and processing wax cappings for candles. Collection of other honeybee products including propolis and royal jelly will also K1� L�=�J==1L�� �1� >8��8�Z� Q�;;� �9�;JL1� �� =;�L1� >81=197�7��9!� ��9L=,�9�demonstration, samples of the honeybee products, and plenty of time for questions. For those that bring a hat and veil, there will be a demonstration in 7�1���� ��>��8`�K`��J8��1�L�K11/11>18!�q��9���8�=7Z�9�

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LED Lighting- 12 Questions You Must Ask When Specifying Quality LED Solutions8/11/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Bob Shaw, Lumecon LLC����;���7�9����=�Z�9`�>8�Z�=1=��9L�Z�9`�K�L�=�;J7��9=��9�7�1�Z�8/17�>;��1���J8�$%�71>� 8��9�9��1Z�9�8��=���K8�1<��[18[�1Q��<�7�1�$%��J1=7��9=��91�=��J;L���9=�L18� Q�19� 1[�;J�7�9�� ����7� �=� �� ���L� �� 81;��K;1� ���� =�;J7��9��� � �<718�;�=719�9�� 7�� �J8� $%� �J1=7��9=� >81=197�7��9!� `�J� Q�;;� K1� �8Z1L� Q�7�� 1<<1�7�[1��8�718��� 7�� 19=J81� 7��7� `�J� �;Q�`=� �17� �J�;�7`� ���� =�;J7��9=� 7�� <�7� `�J8� 91}7�;���7�9����8178�,;�Z>�>8��1�7�

Bed Bug Control Through Proper Building Management8/14/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Ruth Kerzee, Safer Pest Control ProjectBed bugs are a growing issue in Chicago and the world. This seminar will address bed bug control through proper building management to help reduce the ineffective and dangerous use of pesticides. Effectively controlling bed bugs requires a new perspective and tools. This seminar will help to focus your efforts.

Natural Skincare 101: Oils, Scrubs, and Masks8/15/2012 from 6:30-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Heather Grance, Peggy Notebaert Nature MuseumLOCATION: Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum, 2430 N. Cannon DriveFEE: $10 for Nature Museum members, $15 non-members�[18� Q�9L18� �K�J7� 7�1� �9�81L�197=� �9� =/�9� ��81� >8�LJ�7=�� �1� L�~� �1�89�about commonly used commercial ingredients and how to create your own =/�9��81�8�J7�91�J=�9��9�7J8�;�'�9L�1L�K;1~)� �9�81L�197=���7719L11=�Q�;;�Z�/1�and take natural cleansing oil, body scrub, and skin clearing mask. Program led by Nature Museum staff.

To register visit naturemuseum.org, email [email protected] or call 773-755-5122.

Solar Water Heating – High PerformanceSystems Designs8/16/2012 from 6:00-8:00 PMSPEAKER: Alex Kelley, VELUX America�� ��Z>81�19=�[1!� 1LJ��7��9�;� >8��8�Z� 7�� ��ZZJ9���71� >8�=���9=� �<�L�<<18197� �;�8� ��718� �1�7�9�� '��)� =`=71Z� L1=��9=!� ��L1� �==J1=� Q�7�� ��!�and market trends advancing SWH in the US. This seminar will also highlight the �L[�97��1=��<���>81,19��91181L�=�;�8�Q�718��1�7�9��=�;J7��9� <�8� 81=�L197��;�and small commercial applications. Participants will leave with a better J9L18=7�9L�9���<�7�1���=7=!�K191<�7=!��9L�817J89��9� �9[1=7Z197��<�����������]%��

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Bringing Nature Home8/16/2012 from 12:30-2:30 PMSPEAKER: Doug Tallamy, Professor and AuthorLOCATION: Fifth Floor Millennium Park Room, Chicago Cultural Center, 78 E. Washington St.FEE: FreeWould you like to have a healthy ecosystem around your house? Come be inspired by Doug Tallamy, professor and chair of the department of entomology and wildlife ecology at the University of Delaware. He will highlight simple changes you can make in the maintenance of your landscape that will make a crucial difference to wildlife and help protect biodiversity. Doug Tallamy authored Bringing Nature Home, which won the Garden Writer’s �==����7��9�%##_��;[18�1L�;��Q�8L�

Brought to you by the Lurie Garden. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Call 312-742-TIXS (8497).

Biorational and Biological Pesticides8/18/2012 from 10:00 AM-12:00 PMSPEAKER: Shawn Kingzette, The Care of TreesIntroduction to terminology of newer more environmentally friendly pesticides and how they can be used to reduce the risk of harming people and the environment when managing pest problems in the garden. This seminar will specifically cover outdoor applications, mostly on trees, shrubs, and ornamental plants.

Ecology of Design Part II: Method and Application8/18/2012 from 1:00-3:00 PMSPEAKER: Michael Iversen, University of Illinois at Chicago��87�����<���7Q�,>�87�=18�1=!�>81=197=���Z17��L�;��`!��8K�9��1L����=`=71Z=��'�8K���`=�)!�Q�����Z�L1;=�=>1��<���J8K�9��1L��81�=��=���Z>;1}!�L`9�Z���;�ecosystems, based on scoping, inventorying, and assessing their critical variables and relationships as represented by the flux and cyclic processes of energy, materials, costs, and information. Such an approach is scalable and transferable to neighborhoods, communities and regional applications. ��>8��<,�<,��9�1>7��>>;���7��9�Q�;;�K1�<1�7J81L��=�����=1�=7JL`�� ��=��;�==��=�81��ZZ19L1L�<�8�>1�>;1�=11/�9�����8119� 1������187�<���71��������]�%��

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The Chicago Center for Green Technology’s 10th Anniversary CelebrationSaturday, June 16th, 201210:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.Free registration

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In addition, there will be special appearances by the City of Chicago’s ���1<� J=7��9�K�;�7`� �<<��18� ��819� �1��187!� �1>�87Z197� �<� \;117� �9L� \���;�7`�Management Commissioner David Reynolds and Transportation Commissioner ��K1��;1�9�

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The Living WallDonated by Living Art USA™On display now at CCGT

One of our most recent installations is the brand new living wall that now adorns our lobby. The display by Living Art USA is made up of Tillandsias, more ��ZZ�9;`� /9�Q9� �=� ��8� >;�97=�� �;;�9L=��=� �81� =1;<� =J=7��9�9�� ,� 7�1`� L�� 9�7�require any soil and have earned their nickname because of their unique �K�;�7`�7���K=�8K�Z��=7J81�<8�Z�7�1���8�� �1���8�>;�97=��81�Z�J971L��9�$^#�`1�8�old oak and pine barn wood panels salvaged from a local farm. ��[�9���87������=���;���;�����������Z>�9`�Q�������ZK�91=��87��9L�>;�97=�7���81�71�[�K8�97!�;�[�9��L1��8=��9�Q�;;=����[�9���87�����L1=��9=�<1�7J81��9;`�natural or recycled products.

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PARTNERSAIA ChicagoAIA Chicago is a chapter of the American Institute of Architects, the leading professional membership association for licensed architects, emerging >8�<1==��9�;=!��9L��;;�1L�>�87918=���9�1�$_"-!���������������=�=18[1L��=�7�1�local voice of the architecture profession and a resource for our members in service to society.

Chicago Architecture Foundation �1����������8���71�7J81�\�J9L�7��9��=���9�9>8�<�7��8��9���7��9�L1L���71L�to advancing public interest and education in architecture and design. The Chicago Architecture Foundation presents a comprehensive program of tours, exhibitions, lectures, special events, and adult and youth education activities, all designed to enhance the public’s awareness and appreciation of Chicago’s outstanding architectural legacy. Find out more at www.architecture.org.

Green DepotGreen Depot is the nation’s leading supplier of environmentally friendly building products, services and home solutions. The company’s mission is to make green building products readily accessible, affordable and gratifying so that sustainable practices can easily be adopted into standard construction operations. Green Depot currently has an active ecommerce site, www.greendepot.com!�$(�=7�81=!� �9�;JL�9���������!��9L�%#�L�=78�KJ7��9�warehouses across the country.

The Lurie Garden �1� �J8�1� ��8L19� �9� �;;199�JZ� ��8/� �=� �9� J8K�9� ��=�=� 1Z18��9�� <8�Z� ��harmonious blend of symbolism, landscape design and ecological sensitivity. Its design pays homage to Chicago’s transformation from flat marshland 7�� �99�[�7�[1� �8119� ��7`!� �8� ��8K=� �9� ��87��� '��7`� �9� �� ��8L19)�� ��=�7�8=� <�9L�81=>�71��9L� �9=>�8�7��9��;;� `1�8� 8�J9L!� <8�Z�1�8;`� =>8�9�!� =J9,�J9�8`�KJ;K=� 7��Q�9718|=��8��1<J;�=9�Q��9L���1��87�<�8Z=�� �1��J8�1���8L19��=��;=����;1�L18��9��J77�9�,1L�1� L1=��9!� 81=>�9=�K;1� ��8L19�9�� >8��7��1=� �9L� L`9�Z��� >JK;���programming in an urban environment. Visit us at www.luriegarden.org to learn more.

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Peggy Notebaert Nature MuseumThe Peggy Notebaert Nature Museum strives to create a positive relationship between people and nature through collaborations, education, research and collections, exhibits and public forums that fosters urban connections to our region’s nature and science. Please visit us at www.naturemuseum.org for more information.

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BUILD SMART – GREEN DIY:

Build Smart Chicago– Green DIY Workshops and Classes Brought to you by: CCGT, Green Depot,

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GREENCORPS CHICAGO:

Greencorps Chicago is rooted in actively involving individuals and communities in improving the quality of life for Chicago residents. We provide green job training and help strengthen and build communities and relationships through community gardening. Gardeners and graduates are Ready to move forward and Set with practical experience, training and resources to Grow themselves, their communities and the city.

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LOCATION:Chicago Center for Green Technology

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Building a sustainable Chicago andenhancing the quality of urban life.

www.chicagogreentech.org