The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration in conjunction with the Island Green Building Association will host a Green Construction Training seminar on Tuesday, July 16, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at St. Ursula’s multipurpose center.
This one-day workshop is free. Engineers, architects, landscapers, contractors, equipment operators, and anyone else who is interested is welcome to attend. Representatives from IGBA and NOAA, as well as local green construction experts, will discuss topics including landscaping, building green in the USVI, and the reality of going green. The workshop will include a field trip to local construction sites, where attendees can view and evaluate the application of green practices.
Attendees will receive a participation reward from IGBA, a $100 value. NOAA and IGBA are partnering to offer valuable IGBA memberships, Tropical Residential Certification assistance, and green building consultation advice. Space is limited, and registration is required for this free workshop. Register for this informative and rewarding training before July 4 at www.horsleywitten.com/greenconstructiontraining/ or by emailing akitchell@horsleywitten.com.
