This is an intensive two day workshop explaining the benefits and limitations of green building materials. This course will examine green materials choices for nearly all aspects of the home including: roofing, cabinets and flooring, siding, wall coverings, wall systems, framing, plumbing and more. Environmental impact, life cycle assessment, and indoor air quality ramifications will all be discussed for the various building materials. This course will help both amateurs and professionals to make best-possible environmental choices when designing and building a home. All levels.

14 Learning Units

June '08 offering available for college credit through the University of Vermont— CDAE95/ENVS95 (1 credit). (Tuition $434).

Certificate in Sustainable Building and Design