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USGBC-MISSOURI GATEWAY CHAPTER MISSION
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To initiate, develop and accelerate the implementation of green building concepts, technologies and principles that promote environmentally responsible, prosperous and healthy places to live and work.
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Growing Green Award Nominations Open!
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Celebrating 15 years of effort, because #GreenBuildingsAreBetter!
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 Green buildings are better for people, the environment, and the bottom line. They steward natural resources and lower our environmental impacts. And they are healthier places for building occupants, which is especially important because Americans spend 90% of our time indoors.
15 years ago, 15 committed volunteers came together to form one of the first six USGBC Chapters in the country - because they believed that green buildings are better. At that time, you could count the number of LEED buildings on your fingers. Your USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter has been educating and advocating on behalf of green building ever since then. Now we can celebrate: - 375 commercial LEED certified building
- 115 residential LEED certified buildings
- More than 1,300 individuals with a LEED professional credential
- Over 500 chapter members
But our work is far from over. Our goal is that every building is a green building within this generation, and this is only possible with widespread community support. Join us in our work to support buildings of all types to green their design, construction & operations! Explore www.greenbuildingsarebetter.org to learn how you can show your support: make a donation, attend an event, volunteer, become a member or sponsor, host our Green Buildings Are Better display, and more! If you believe that Green Buildings Are Better, there is a way to get involved!
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State of the Chapter & Social
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January 12, 5:30 pm
It's that time of year . . . but not just any year . . . our 15th year!
Join us at the 2016 State of the Chapter & Social on January 12th as we kick off programming for this milestone year! This FREE event, open to members and non-members, is one of the highlights of our year. Meet Chapter members and leaders while enjoying complimentary wine, beer, and appetizers. Connect with representatives from the Board of Directors and committees. Take a look back as we revisit past accomplishments and a step forward by learning about ways you can engage with USGBC-MGC to contribute to a positive future for our community.
We hope you'll join us in welcoming the new year and contributing to our goal of transforming the built environment!
RSVP to attend this free event!
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Green Building Experts Program Recognizes Lawrence Lile
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 The Green Building Experts program was established to celebrate USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter members who have achieved third-party recognition for their green building and sustainability expertise, promotion and advocacy. The program recently recognized Lawrence Lile.
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Benchmarking Case Study: 600 Washington
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 The 25x20 Voluntary Energy Benchmarking Campaign challenges buildings in the St. Louis Region to benchmark their energy use. Energy benchmarking is the key to unlocking potential energy and cost savings. Since the campaign was launched, businesses, local governments, houses of worship, schools, and institutions have pledged to benchmark their energy use! 25x20 participants include 600 Washington, now featured in the first 25x20 benchmarking case study! This 25-story office building benchmarks to identify anomalies in energy and water use, as a marketing tool to attract tenants, and to evaluate opportunities for facility improvements. Check out their 25x20 case study to learn more about their experience benchmarking, and visit the 25x20 website to view the full list of participants!
Learn more
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Connect with the USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter on Instagram!
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Building on the Best
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Tuesday, December 8, 8 am - 5 pm
USGBC Illinois and AIA Chicago present a one day conference: Building on the Best. On December 8, these two organizations will offer a full day of last-minute learning with sessions from some of the best speakers around. Earn 7.0 AIA/CES Learning Units (and HSW hours) and GBCI credential maintenance hours. New: USGBC- Missouri Gateway Chapter members can now register at the discounted rate of $125!
Building on the Best will feature a keynote by Joyce Coffee, Managing Directory of the Notre Dame Global Adaptation Index for Global Resilience. Joyce will describe the origins and workings of the ND-GAIN Index and how it promotes adaptation by identifying the places most vulnerable to extreme weather and changing climate. The index can also help in identifying real-world solutions that can prevent these changes from becoming disasters.
Review the Full Conference Agenda & Register to Attend
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Living Building Challenge Materials Petal Workshop
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Tuesday, December 10, 1:00 - 5:00 pm
The Living Building Challenge Materials Petal is intended to induce a successful materials economy that is non-toxic, transparent, and socially equitable. In this workshop, participants will gain an understanding of how to meet the material-related Imperatives of the Living Building Challenge, and an understanding of the Declare Program. USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter members receive $50 off of the registration fee for this workshop!
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Thanks to our Annual Sponsors!
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ASSA ABLOY - RENEWING Silver
Farnsworth Group- RENEWING Silver
The financial support of our sponsors is integral to ensuring that everyone can live, work and learn in smart and healthy buildings. Learn more about 2015 Sponsorship Opportunities!
What Your Company Gains as a USGBC - MGC Sponsor:
EXPAND: Grow the knowledge of green building and sustainability in our community.
PARTICIPATE: Get involved in educational programs, special events and volunteer committees to showcase your company's leadership.
EXPOSURE: As a Chapter Sponsor, your company will be:
- Listed on our website which receives 5500 visitors and 39,000 page views per month.
- Included in our monthly e-newsletter with nearly 5,000 subscribers.
- Recognized at monthly programs, with an average attendance of 100.
LEARN: Keep up with the latest green building trends and technologies and earn continuing education hours.
ALIGN: Differentiate your company as a leader in the sustainability movement in your community.
USGBC-Missouri Gateway Chapter Sponsorships includes numerous benefits - from complimentary Chapter memberships and monthly program passes to exposure on the Chapter website, e-news and at events.
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Thanks to our RESTORATIVE SPONSORS
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Thanks to our PLATINUM SPONSORS
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Thanks to our GOLD SPONSORS
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Thanks to our GREEN SCHOOLS SUPPORTERS
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Thanks to our SILVER SPONSORS
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Ameren Missouri
Pure Power
ASSA ABLOY
Bell Electric
BSI Constructors
Christner, Inc.
Custom Engineering
Dynamic Controls, Inc.
ECO Recycling, Inc.
Electrical Connection
Enterprise Holdings
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Farnsworth Group
Hastings & Chivetta
HOK
Johnson Controls
Kirberg
KONE, Inc.
Lighting Associates, Inc.
Microgrid Solar
M3 Engineering Group
Mueller Prost
National Design
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NewGround
Oates Associates
Ross & Baruzzini
Siemens
Solutions AEC
Sunwheel Energy,
a McCormack Baron Salazar company
Tarlton
Thompson Coburn, LLC
Trane
U.S. Bank
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Thanks to our GREEN SPONSORS
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Azimuth Energy
FGM Architects
Green Street St. Louis
HBD Construction
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HDR, Inc
Jacobs
KAI Design & Build
The Korte Company
Missouri American Water
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Schaeffer Marketing Group
Parsons Brinckerhoff
PayneCrest Electric
Wm. B. Ittner, Inc
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