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    FREE Webinar by GreenHome Institute: Off-Site Modular Construction & Green Building, June 3, 12pm EDT

  • 3 June 2020
  • Start time : 12:00 PM
  • End time : 01:15 PM
  • Event Host : GreenHome Institute
Off-Site Modular Construction & Green Building
Event Description

Interest in off-site modular construction is growing. The reduced availability of skilled construction labor and the increasing cost of material is causing contractors to explore modern methods of construction. There are many misconceptions about off-site construction. This seminar will discuss the advantages it provides and how factory-built construction promotes green building principles.

Continuing Education Units (CEUS) 1 hour in

  • Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
  • Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse
  • American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) (PENDING)
  • Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP)
  • Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP)
  • AIBD
  • State Architect / Builder License may be applicable

Learning Objectives
- Discover the different methods of off-site construction.
- Learn about the advantages that building in an environmentally controlled space provides
- Understand the differences when creating project schedules when using offsite construction
- Get an overview of how off-site modular construction facilitates building to green labels.

  • Host Company/Organization Name
    • GreenHome Institute
  • Agenda
    • Topics will include:
      - Building to Labels
      - Advantages of building indoors
      - Elimination, reduction, or recycling of waste
      - Zero Energy Ready construction in a factory
  • Speakers / Presenters
    • Ken Semler is a licensed/certified/registered builder in 42 states. He is the President & CEO of Impresa Modular. His company uses off-site construction to perform residential, light commercial, and multi-family construction. He works through a network of 20+ factories to deliver projects across the country. He is the immediate past chair of the National Association of Home Builders Building Systems Councils and is currently an officer/board member in the Modular Home Builders Association. Ken takes a leadership position in the off-site construction industry and frequently speaks at conferences, such as the NAHB International Builder Show, and provides training to support the industry.
  • Cost
    • FREE Event
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      Free Registration
      This is a free event, no fee is required but please consider using a donation to keep these events going or become a member! https://greenhomeinstitute.org/becomeamember/
  • Event type
    • Online/Webinar

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