Sharene Rekow presents on GBI Personnel Certification at Ecobuild 2009 at the Washington Convention Center.

1. ADEQ Headquarters, North Little Rock, Arkansas GBI Personnel Certification Presenter Sharene Rekow - GBI VP Marketing sharene@thegbi.org (503) 546-2287

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7. Commercial Rating and Assessment Tool

8. The Green Building Initiative (GBI) Formed in 2004; 501(c)(3) non-profit, HQ in Portland, OR Mission - Dedicated to accelerating adoption of green building practices Owns and distributes all licenses to Green Globes environmental assessment and rating system in US Offers Green Globes Professional (GGP) and Green Globes Assessor (GGA) training to qualified individuals to offer support and completion of the Green Globes rating/assessment system process

9. Green Globes: System The Green Globes system includes: Software tool for online assessment Environmental assessment protocols “Best practice” guidance for design, construction and operations Immediate feedback from automated reports with opportunities for improvement A rating and third-party certification process Personnel certification program for Green Globes Professionals (GGPs) and Green Globes Assessors (GGAs)

10. Actual Performance Intended Performance Occupancy Design & Construction Continuous Improvement Integrated Design Process 3rd party on-site verification after Construction Completion Ongoing assessments avoid performance slippage, ensure continuous improvement SCHEMATIC DESIGN Preliminary self-assessment rating, feedback reports, oppty. for improvement CONSTRUCTION DOCUMENTS 3rd party conditional final rating PRE-DESIGN Goals, programming, site issues Green Globes Continuum

11. Green Globes: Tools Green GlobesforNew Construction Guides the integrateddesignprocess at eachstage of projectthroughdelivery. 1 Green GlobesforContinualImprovement of ExistingBuildings Establishes the baseline, gives a current performance report, guides improvement.

12. Green Globes Professional Green Globes Professionals – individuals who receive training at the Green Globes user level who are qualified to complete online evaluations, offer project management and technical support to clients undergoing the building assessment and certification process.

13. Green Globes System: Points New Construction 1000 points CIEB 1000 points 6. Env. Mgmt 100 2. Site 115 1. Proj. Mgmt 50 1. Energy 350 3. Energy 360 5. Indoor Env 185 7. Indoor Env 200 4. Emissions 175 2. Water 80 6. Emissions 75 3. Resources 110 4. Water 100 5. Resources 100

14. Green Globes® LCA Credit Calculator Winner of awards

15. Order a Building Certification

16. Green Globes Assessor Green Globes Assessors – highly experienced industry professionals who complete extensive training and testing and are authorized and individually assigned by the GBI to perform on-site, third-party building assessments and that can lead to the award of an official one through four Green Globes building rating/certification. Specialization in NC/CIEB or both

17. CIEB Third-Party Assessment (GGA)

18. Complete GG online assessment Submit CDs and GG assessment to GBI Complete construction documents 3rd party validation of the GG report 3rd party issues final design rating NC Construction Documents & 3rd Party Validation Schematic Design

19. Third-party Assessment Is Required for Green Green Globes Ratings (GGA)Certification Buildings that have a predicted rating of 35% or more can pursue third-party assessment. Third-party assesmentis required to publicize your building as a Green Globes rated/certified building. One to four globes are possible and our recognition program includes a plaque and PR kit. Case study development is encouraged.

20. Green Globes: Rating/Certification

21. Green Globes Projects

22. Green Globes Drivers: Federal Testified before Congress: Energy and Environmental Committee Written by name into Green Schools Legislation Testified before House Committee on Veterans Affairs (VA) The National Institute of Health recognizes GG to assess laboratories “How Green Rating Systems Affect Energy Consumption” Gaining market recognition Which creates business opportunities and/or recognition by the public 21 VA buildings completing Green Globes-CIEB certification process U.S. Department of Education

23. State Laws Recognizing Green Globes Green Globes Recognized Trending positive

24. Pfizer Headquarters Meriden, Connecticut Defining the Program

25. GBI Personnel Certification Green Globes® Personnel Certification programs support the national adoption and growth of Green Globes by creating, maintaining, and growing a network of individuals authorized to assist the assessment and certification process. Candidates most usually are pool of architects, engineers, facility managers or construction personnel The program’s goal is to create professionals who: Are knowledgeable about best green building and management practices; Are knowledgeable about the Green Globes assessment protocols; Are expert users with Green Globes assessment tools; and Are qualified to facilitate Green Globes building certifications on a nationwide basis

26. Green Globes Assessor Candidates will be selected based on: Qualifications (10 years experience with an industry designation) Location Regional demand Specific building type, environmental, or functional expertise While a select number of applications will be approved for training and testing, the GBI is not required to guarantee work or a certain number of buildings in a given year.

27. Green Globes ® Assessor Are screened, reviewed and approved by the GBI technical committee Complete general training and pass a test common to all Green Globes personnel certification programs Complete a second training/test specific to performing Green Globes third party assessments Execute an employment contract with the GBI On behalf of the GBI, perform a probationary third party assessment mentored by an experienced assessor

28. Green Globes Professional The GGP designation will: expand the base of experts in green building best practices focus on use of the Green Globes rating system Qualified candidates: five years experience in the building industry familiarity with current sustainability practices

29. Training and Examination Subject Matter The Environmental Movement and green building as a best practices; The history of Green Globes and the assessment process Assessment protocol for both new and existing buildings and LCA; Green Globes online assessment tools; Energy modeling, including use of the EPA’s Energy Star tools; and The Green Globes Certification process

30. Learning Management System Delivers Training Green Globes Professional Training and Testing The Green Globes process is web-based and user-friendly. Registration, application, training sessions and tests are all administered online,

31. Learning Management System Delivers Training

32. Pfizer Headquarters Meriden, Connecticut Marketing the Designation

33. GBI Graphics Standards http://www.thegbi.org/assets/pdfs/GBI-Graphic-Standards.pdf

34. Benefits to Being a GGA Inclusion in a select network of professionals Obtain additional income as a contractor to the GBI*(not guaranteed) Participate in anew area of commercial building design, construction, and management services – environmental assessment and certification Incorporate newly acquired skills into a current job or consulting projects Help clients develop and minimize the environmental footprint of their buildings Use GGA designation for marketing purposes

35. GBI Graphics Standards Listing on GBI website http://www.thegbi.org/assets/pdfs/GBI-Graphic-Standards.pdf

36. Benefits to Being a GGP Green Globes Professional is proof to your clients, employees, and the general public that you are at the leading edge of emerging green building rating systems and technologies. The credential and logos may be used for marketing purposes on: Business cards Letterhead Websites Customized quotes Marketing collateral

37. Benefits to Being a GGP Enhanced knowledge of commercial green building and management best practices; Demonstrated commitment to sustainable building and operations practices; Expand client services; Use of GGP designation and logo for marketing purposes; Competitive advantage Recognition and listing in the online GGP Directory

38. Certification Resource Library Designation logos Marketing brochures Whitepapers that support sustainability Supporting documents to aid the certification process

40. Applications for both programs are currently being accepted GGP Training launched on December 4th Discounts are available for: Other professional accreditation, such as LEED AP Registration of a Green Globes project (GGP) For more information, and to register, please visit www.thegbi.org

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