USGBC Alabama
USGBC Alabama is at the forefront of environmentally-sensible development and sustainability in the state. We work at the national and regional levels to advocate for high performance healthy buildings, and deliver high-quality sustainable building education and networking opportunities.
Our volunteers range from community members participating in service projects to LEED professional credential holders. Our members encourage and facilitate further growth of the green building market in Alabama to support economic development through green jobs and regional materials, cost-effective, energy-saving practices, sustainable management of our state’s abundant natural resources, and healthier communities for all Alabama residents. Our members meet on a regular basis in four regional branches, from North Alabama to the Gulf Coast.
In addition to serving as Alabama's resource and advocates for green building information and training, one of our primary volunteer initiatives is to improve the health and efficiency of learning environments. Our Green Apple Day of Service projects and other sustainability education programs support the Alabama State Department of Education's Green Ribbon Schools committee.
Past Events
LEED Tour & Presentation at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport
Join us Thursday, May 25 for a special project presentation and tour followed by a LEED Plaque dedication at Birmingham-Shuttlesworth International Airport.
Tuskegee University LEED Lab Tour of Henderson Hall
Celebrate Earth Month by touring a LEED Certified project to learn about green building from Tuskegee LEED Lab students.
Tuskegee University LEED Tour: Margaret Murray Washington Hall
Tour a LEED Certified project and learn about green building from Tuskegee LEED Lab students.
Auburn University LEED Tour: OIT Building
Celebrate Earth Month by touring a LEED certified project to learn about green building.
Tuscaloosa LEED Tour: NOAA National Water Center
Tour NOAA's National Water Center, located on the University of Alabama campus in Tuscaloosa. This LEED Gold Certified project is a great example of the federal government's leadership in sustainable design, construction and operations.
Rain Barrel Workshop with USGBC Alabama & Coosa Riverkeeper at E.A.T. South
Help nature with the water cycle and conserve potable water for drinking! Celebrate Earth Month with USGBC Alabama, Coosa Riverkeeper and our hosts at E.A.T. South at this family-friendly event where you will learn how to build your own rain barrel.
Tour: Birmingham Southern College LEED Dorm & Southern Environmental Center
Did you know Birmingham Southern College, home to the Southern Environmental Center, also has a LEED certified dormitory? Join us at 3 p.m. Thursday, April 13 for a tour of the LEED project and other sustainability features on campus including a tour of the Southern Environmental Center led by Director Roald Hazelhoff.
Auburn University LEED Tour: Miller Gorrie Building
Celebrate Earth Month by touring a LEED certified project to learn about green building.
Celebrate Green Alabama with USGBC
On Thursday, Nov. 10, join USGBC and our community of supporters to celebrate green building in Alabama, as we recognize past accomplishments and look forward to our programs aimed at advancing sustainability in our state.
2016 aLABama Downtown Laboratory
"Good Design. Good Business." is the theme for Main Street Alabama's third annual aLABama Downtown Laboratory Conference, taking place Aug. 22-24 in Five Points South, Birmingham.
Alabama Automotive Manufacturer's Association Summit for Sustainability
International leaders in manufacturing know it is becoming increasingly important to encourage their organizations and suppliers to operate sustainably for the benefit of their shareholders, employees, and communities. Join the AAMA for their first Summit for Sustainability in Materials and Manufacturing, where USGBC Alabama's Director and other sustainability professionals share their knowledge.
ADVANCE Benchmarking Jam - Huntsville
Building professionals often say, "You can't manage what you can't measure." This high-energy jam session helps you do just that — measure, monitor and manage building energy and water performance.
NAPC FORUM 2016
The National Alliance of Preservation Commissions' biennial FORUM is the only national conference focused on the issues facing local historic preservation commissions and historic districts. FORUM 2016 celebrates both the 50th anniversary of the National Historic Preservation Act and the 100th anniversary of the National Park Service by focusing on challenges historic communities are confronting today.
Tall Wood Buildings, LEED, and Sustainable Wood Materials
Join the U.S. Green Building Council for this collaboration with the Association of Consulting Foresters as we gather for presentations by notable experts in the design and construction of sustainable tall wood buildings and the LEED green building standards.
"Catching the Sun" Film Screening - Birmingham
Energy Alabama hosts a one-night only screening of "Catching the Sun" in Birmingham. Through the stories of workers and entrepreneurs in the U.S. and China, "Catching the Sun" is a documentary that explores the global race to a clean energy future.
10 Percent Tuesday at Rojo for USGBC Alabama
Drop in for dinner or drinks the evening of May 10 when 10 percent of Rojo's sales will be donated to USGBC Alabama. Meet local leaders in the green building movement, find out how you can get involved, and tell us about your sustainable community interests - all while enjoying the tasty fare at Rojo.
"Catching the Sun" Film Screening - Huntsville
Energy Alabama hosts a one-night only screening of "Catching the Sun" in Huntsville. Compelling and timely, Catching the Sun will educate, inspire and empower communities to accelerate the transition to clean energy. Join this opportunity to spark a conversation about solar.
Workshop: Solar Powering Your Community
Interested in learning more about solar development in Alabama? You are invited to a free DOE Solar Outreach workshop with national and local experts. This interactive workshop will provide actionable information on creating a local-level solar program,
Regional Sustainable SITES Workshop
USGBC Kentucky will host an inaugural regional training workshop on the Sustainable SITES Initiative rating system. The workshop will focus on concepts and goals of sustainable and regenerative land design. Come learn the principles and practical application of the SITES rating system.
USGBC Alabama Birmingham Branch: LEED v4 Update
Are you ready for LEED v4? Join the USGBC Alabama Birmingham Branch for this overview of changes from the previous version of the BD+C rating system.
Alabama Environmental Council's Green Tie Affair
Celebrate Earth Day with our friends at the Alabama Environmental Council by attending their annual Green Tie Affair. This lively event includes food, beverages and music, and helps support their new Recycling Center located in Avondale in addition to other ongoing programs throughout Alabama.
Earth Week LEED Tour at NOAA National Water Center
Wondering what makes a LEED building tick? Anyone is welcome to join us for this tour of NOAA's National Water Center, on the campus of the University of Alabama.
Green Drinks in Tuscaloosa
Meet up wth sustainability minded folk and green builders at this event. Network with local USGBC members and representatives from the University of Alabama USGBC Student Chapter.
USGBC Alabama at UAB Earth Week Celebration
USGBC Alabama is excited to be participating in UAB's third annual Earth Week Festival on the Campus Green on April 13, 2016 from 11:00 AM to 1:00 PM.
Champions of Sustainability
Join us for Champions of Sustainability, hosted by My Green Birmingham, to celebrate visionaries and advocates who are fueling the future of Birmingham with sustainable solutions.
USGBC Alabama: Integrative Design Lunch & LEED
Central Branch will meet in the Montgomery area for lunch and LEED education on March 23. Attend this one hour CEU session about the Integrative Design Process, getting input from key stakeholders early and finding ways to achieve better efficiencies by thinking of the building as an organism. This is a key strategy for the Integrative Process credit in LEED v4.
Switch Blade Student Wind Power Competition
The Switch Blade Competition, a project of the Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy, is a science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education effort to engage the next generation in the challenge of making Alabama powered by 100 percent clean energy.
Green Networking for St. Patrick's Day
Join us at Dave's on St. Patrick's Day to meet the USGCB Alabama Birmingham Branch leadership team and find out how you can get involved with our movement to transform the built environment within this generation.
USGBC Alabama Gulf Coast Spring Kickoff and Quick CEU
Join the USGBC Alabama Gulf Coast Branch on March 15 to find out what we have in the works for future education, networking and volunteer programs. Bring your ideas, and let us know what you would like to learn about! What sustainability initiatives are happening in your community?
Alabama Rural Energy for America Workshop
ARiES Energy is partnering with The Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy to speak with rural business owners about opportunities for renewable energy projects funded in part by USDA REAP grants. RSVP not necessary but appreciated!
POWER-UP Energy Forum
Save the Date for the fourth annual POWER-UP Energy Forum. USGBC Alabama is pleased to join the Alabama Environmental Council for this annual event which convenes professionals and community members with an interest in energy efficiency, renewable energy, and regional trends in energy management.
Groundhog Day: 10 percent Tuesday at Rojo to Benefit USGBC Alabama
Join local USGBC Alabama and friends for dinner and drinks on Groundhog Day, when Rojo Birmingham will generously donate 10 percent of sales to our organization. Meet local leaders, find out how you can get involved to support Alabama's green building movement, and enjoy the fun food and atmosphere at Rojo.
Groundhog Day CEU Session with USGBC Alabama
Join us in Birmingham on Groundhog Day, Feb 2 to learn how Integrative Design contributes to a more cost-effective, high-performance project and helps achieve LEED credits.
Green Coast Council 2016 Sustainability Summit
USGBC Alabama is pleased to be participating in the GCC 2016 Sustainability Summit. This year's program features presentations by a number of USGBC leaders and partners.
USGBC Alabama Central Branch: Be a Part of the Growing Green Building Market
Join us for lunch in Montgomery to hear more about the growing green construction market in Alabama as well as national trends.
Main Street Alabama New City Application Workshop - Decatur
Want to revitalize your downtown? Check out the Main Street Alabama program, which works well with LEED and other sustainable development approaches.
Energy Efficiency and Historic Preservation Incentives for Sustainable Building Improvements
Join USGBC Alabama and the Alabama Center for Sustainable Energy to learn how the AlabamaSAVES Program can help subsidize the cost of financing energy retrofits and improvements to your existing buildings, including rehabilitation of properties using the historic preservation tax credits.
Main Street Alabama New City Application Workshop - Birmingham
Want to revitalize your downtown? Check out the Main Street Alabama program, which works well with LEED and other sustainable development approaches.
Energy Summit 2015
The Energy Summit 2015 brings together government and commercial representatives for new partnerships and business opportunities.
Alabama CEU Catch Up Day
USGBC Alabama Gulf Coast Branch and AIA Mobile invite you to our CEU Catch Up Day. Join us for all six hours of CEUs or the morning or afternoon sessions.
USGBC Networking Event — Auburn
After the Campus Conversation and LEED Tour hosted by the Offices of Sustainability and Information Technology, join us at The Dakota for networking with the USGBC Community and Auburn University USGBC Student Chapter. Bring your questions about the US Green Building Council, sustainable development, and the green building market in Alabama.
Auburn University: Building for Tomorrow — Sustainability Presentation and LEED Tour
A brief presentation by Auburn Sustainability Director Mike Kensler titled "Sustainability: What it is, Why it Matters, and What Auburn is Doing" will be followed by a tour of the OIT Building, certified LEED Silver in 2013.
2nd Annual Recycling and Waste Reduction Summit
The 2015 Recycling and Waste Reduction Summit will provide information and best practices on reducing waste and recycling.
The Harvest Table - EAT South's Fall Farm Feast
Help our friends at EAT South kick off efforts to #finishthefarm at this Fall farm feast and fundraiser.
2015 Alabama Environmental Conference
This engaging three-day conference will address the broad challenges of energy and resources, waste reduction, compliance, management and sustainability.
Energy Huntsville Monthly Meeting
Mr. Cole Walker, the CEO of Energy Surety Partners, will give a presentation titled, “Microgrids: What Are They and Why Should I Care?”
Green Tie Bash 2015
Nexus Energy Center is excited to host our 2nd Annual Champions of Energy event, the Green Tie Bash honoring Champions of Energy.
Demystifying Energy Codes with USGBC Alabama Birmingham Branch
Join the Birmingham Branch for this highly-rated recorded presentation that provides an overview of the differences between the prescriptive and performance energy requirements for commercial buildings. A representative from ADECA will be on hand to answer questions related to Alabama Energy Code developments.
Fairview Environmental Park Tour
Join the USGBC Alabama Central Branch for a tour of the Fairview Enviromental Park in Montgomery. Hear from designer Judd Langham about the overall program and low impact development strategies that transformed the former "Genetta Ditch" into an attractive, educational public amenity and stormwater management site.
UAB Sustainable Smart Cities Symposium
At the University of Alabama at Birmingham
AEC MEGA Meeting
USGBC Alabama is a presenting partner
ASID Alabama Annual Conference
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