Green Building Workshop

Buildings consume vast quantities of our resources, including 40% of all energy, 2/3 of electricity, almost half of our softwoods, and contribute 30% of solid landfill waste. Green Building employs a variety of techniques to address the environmental impacts of construction and living. Berkeley architects Mark Gorrell and Greg VanMechelen will show a variety of methods to improve your home or business construction project, including energy use, materials selection, and indoor air quality. Alternative building and energy systems, including rammed earth, strawbale, cob, solar energy and wind power as well as mainstream methods will be discussed. Bring your questions, plans, and creative energy. From 10am to 1pm at the Ecology Center, 2530 San Pablo Avenue, Berkeley. Cost is $10 for Ecology Center members, $15 for others, no one turned away for lack of funds. Info and registration: 510-548-2220 x233.