Educational Seminars (printer friendly)

2008 EVENT SCHEDULE

Wednesday: November 12, 2008
Session 1
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM




Tour of Central Plant

Join us for a behind the scenes look of the Central Plant of the University of Phoenix Stadium. Space is limited, please show up by 8:45am.

Session 2
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM




Promoting Sustainability Concepts and Initiatives Into the Community
Presented By:
Anthony Floyd, Green Building Program Manager, City of Scottsdale
This session revolves around what our local industries and municipalities are doing to promote and sustain LEED concepts into their communities.

Session 3
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM




Cool Roofing in Arizona
Presented By:
Dave Coultrap, Director, Arizona Cool Roof Council (ACRC)
This presentation from the Arizona Cool Roof Council covers the sustainablility and advantages of utilizing Cool Roofing in the state of Arizona.
Session 4
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Contingency Planning for Sustainable Restoration
Presented By:
Steve Vyrostek, President, Arizona Environmental Group
How one simple choice in restoration methods can greatly impact our environment, and your pocketbook. Structural drying - Dry buildings faster, cleaner and reduce or eliminate the need for chemical treatments.
Session 5
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM




Building Sustainability - More than Green
Presented By:
William D. Wiley, Director of Sustainability, APS Solutions for Business
Sustainability is more than green. It requires environmental and economic performance and stakeholder involvement - the Triple Bottom-line. Green building practices only get you so far. How do you get started? How do you maximize your opportunities by energizing your employees? How do you engage your community and build financial value? How do you build an internal framework that will last? A case study.
Session 6
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
Operating a LEED Facility
Presented By:
Joseph Boni, Branch Manager, Paragon Services- Janitorial & Engineer LLC
A seminar that will give facillity managers the proper information on proper maintenance practices in a LEED Building.
Session 7
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Roofing Solutions Within Your Reach
Presented By:
Kenneth Sullivan, Professor, Arizona State University / PBSRG
The most sustainable roof is one that is cost- effective, requires minimal maintenance, does not leak, and lasts for over 25 years. A sustainable roofing program for your facility requires an elite manufacturer, a solid contractor base, and third-party quality control. A model roofing program has been developed by researchers from the Del E. Webb School of Construction at ASU with over 10 years of tested results of 95% roofing performance and 98% customer satisfaction. The presentation team will be composed of a roofing client, roofing manufacturer, and an ASU researcher. The team will show the audience how to create and manage an effective roof program for their facility.
Session 8
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM



Greening the Government: Tempe Transportation Center
Presented By:
Bonnie Richardson, Architect/Principal Planner, Transportation, City of Tempe
Many of the green building strategies that provide the highest return on investment cannot be implemented without a new look at established policies and guidelines. Lessons learned in developing the Tempe Transportation Center shed light on the challenges common to most city, county and state efforts to build, manage and maintain sustainable facilities. In the process, we discover a variety of ways we can save money and reduce pollution, empower employees and improve their health, and inform residents about how sustainable practices benefit the community.
Session 9
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Utilizing Technology to Manage Your Sustainability Initiatives
Presented By:
Ted Ritter, President, Supply and Service
Most companies have or are considering formal Sustainability Initiatives. Utilizing appropriate technologies to support the process provides a central repository for data and can streamline the processes and results. Learn how you can leverage current tools to better manage your Sustainability Initiatives.
Session 10
2:00 PM - 2:50 PM
Predicting the Future: Its Easy Being Green with Infrared Cameras
Presented By:
Geary Morris, American Infrared Consultants
This session will explore how infrared thermography can be used to accomplish energy conservation goals in office construction and in existing buildings. An infrared camera can be used to verify building construction quality, as well as perform energy audits and surveys, indoor air quality investigations, and plumbing and radiant floor inspections. Through real world examples, attendees will discover how infrared inspections can help facility managers to save thousands of dollars, improve the comfort of the buildings inhabitants, and detect hidden problems, all while conserving energy. Included will be a discussion of the latest technological advances in infrared thermography.
Thursday: November 13, 2008
Session 11
9:00 AM - 9:50 AM




Behind the Scenes- Playing Field & Grounds

Join us for a special tour of the playing field and grounds of the University of Phoenix Stadium. Space is limited, please show up by 8:45am.
Session 12
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM



Track and Assess Your Energy and Water Consumption
Presented By:
Jim Westberg, Energy Program Administrator, Arizona Dept of Commerce--Energy Office
Portfolio Manager is an interactive energy management tool that allows you to track and assess energy and water consumption across your entire portfolio of buildings in a secure online environment. Whether you own, manage, or hold properties for investment, Portfolio Manager can help you set investment priorities, identify under-performing buildings, verify efficiency improvements, and receive EPA recognition for superior energy performance.
Session 13
10:00 AM - 10:50 AM



An Overview of Green Building / USGBC and LEED in AZ
Presented By:
Nora Calato, SW Division Training Manager, McCarthy Building Companies
Chair of the USGBC Arizona Chapter, Ms. Calato is a LEED Accredited Professional, who has combined her interests in construction, sustainability and education. Nora is the SW Division Training Manager for McCarthy Building Companies, where she has worked for 12 years. She was a founding leader of McCarthy's Green Team, committed to sustainable building education. Besides her four years on the USGBC-AZ Chapters Board of Directors, she served on the Operating Guidelines Task Force, Education, Communication, Partnership and Greenbuild 09 Host Committees.
Session 14
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM




Energy Efficiency Projects Produce Green
Presented By:
Bill Biesemeyer, Registered Professional Engineer, APS Solutions for Business
Looking for ways to save on building M & O expenses? Under pressure to green your building? APS Solutions for Business will help buy down the cost of energy efficiency projects. These projects will save energy, often reduce maintenance, and help make your building more sustainable. Through case studies, we will show how to leverage rebate dollars for projects that will make a positive impact to your bottom line.
Session 15
11:00 AM - 11:50 AM
Sustainable Roofing, Energy Products and Services
Presented By:
Domenic Morelli, Executive Vice President, Thermo Manufacturing
We will highlight Owners options using sustainable roofing, energy products and services. Highlighting cool roofing, PV (Solar options), daylighting and wall coatings to enhance sustainability, energy efficiency, environmentally-safe products, benefits to occupants and the communities. We will also end by showing case studies on several projects around the country such as The Pro Football Hall of Fame, Walmart in Temple, TX, Arizona National Guard, Frank Lloyd Wright Facility at Arizona State University in Tempe and others.
Session 16
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM



LEED-EB Certification
Presented By:
Curtis Slife, President, FM Solutions Inc.
Existing Building (EB) certification was designed to endorse the sustainability of ongoing operations of existing commercial and institutional buildings. It provides an opportunity to reduce operating costs, enhance building marketability, increase worker productivity & boost public relations. Evaluating specification standards in lighting, water and alternative transportation will be your first step in determining whether your building has the potential to achieve LEED-EB. A successful certification involves integration of all departments in your building. Your facilities group will likely see the greatest impact.
Session 17
12:00 PM - 12:50 PM
Facility Assessments and Evaluations
Presented By:
Denise Davis, President, Teaming Company with Gerald Martin Ltd
Facility Assessments and Evaluations as it relates to the incorporation Green Building practices and products. The Major Presenter, Denise Davis, wrote the Facilities Assessment Manual for the U.S. Dept of Agriculture and has developed a interactive software program being used in several high-profile developments and Government Agencies across the country.
Session 18
1:00 PM - 1:50 PM
Arizona Pests and Vermin in the Workplace
Presented By:
Jenny Mandeville, AZ OSHA Safety Consultant, Arizona Division of OSHA
This will cover the recognition of hazards from specific insects, spiders, rodents, pigeons, snakes and other pests encountered in the workplace; the effects of exposure; and a discussion of preventative or corrective measures that can be implemented to protect employees.





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