MiaGreen 2012 Expo & Conference

One-time only… First time ever in the USA... A Must Attend if you are a LEED professional!

“Implementing LEED 2012: Keeping Up in an Evolving Market.”
Friday, January 27 (8am-6pm)

By The Kobet Collaborative (Pittsburgh, PA); 7 GBCI CE hours & 7 AIA LU

LEED is evolving. LEED 2012 places even greater emphasis on process and performance. Now more than ever, the mindset with which we approach the design and construction process will define those teams who deliver successful, high-performing green buildings. Stay ahead of the curve! This training goes beyond the ‘nuts and bolts’ that make up LEED credits and intents. We will dive deeper into the fundamental approach and process needed for success as LEED evolves. What are the necessary roles and responsibilities of key stake holders, as well as strategies for communicating in an integrative process? You will learn of LEED tools and unique aspects of the New Construction 2009 and 2012 rating systems.

Learning Objectives:
●   Compare unique aspects of LEED for New Construction and Major Renovations 2009 & 2012.
●    Interpret how changes inherent in LEED 2012 will effect facilitating the LEED process with stakeholders.
●   Apply evolving LEED tools to new construction or major renovation project.
●   Identify key green integrated design decisions points throughout the process to achieve success in LEED
      certification.

Faculty: Robert J. Kobet AIA, LEED Faculty, is President of the Kobet Collaborative, a multifaceted architectural consulting firm specializing in sustainable design and development, high performance green buildings and environmental education. He was selected one of the eleven original LEED Faculties in 2000 and was chosen as one of twelve instructors to work internationally as a LEED Master Faculty and trainer. Chair of LEED for Schools and co-author of LEED for General Contractors and Construction Managers. Mr. Kobet teaches LEED workshops around the world and has completed a variety of projects in twelve countries on five continents. In addition to his consulting practice he has enjoyed a parallel career in higher education and is active internationally in the green schools movement.

Questions on this course:
Robert Kobet, AIA, LEED Faculty
The Kobet Collaborative
(412) 980-9725
bob@bobkobet.com