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Domestic Solar Hot Water Workshop Series 2009

 

Building for Social Responsibility (BSR) will present the 2009 workshop series on domestic solar hot water.  This day long workshop will cover in detail, site assesment for solar potential, designing the syste, types of solar panels available, other components of the system and the nuts and bolts of the actual installation.  We will also cover state and federal incentives that are available for domestic domestic solar hot water systems. These workshops will be offered throughout the state later this year.  BSR is also applying for accredidation through Renewable Energy Vermont (REV) for these workshops.  Dates and more detailed information about these workshops will be availbale soon.  




About BSR


Building for Social Responsibility (BSR) is a group of Vermont development professionals and others who are concerned with the impact of our work on our communities and environment. We believe that the construction of environmentally sound, healthy, durable green buildings offers one of the most significant solutions to the threats of global warming and resource depletion. To this end we work to advance technologies and practices that reduce our impact on the environment, while supporting sustainable communities and economies.

Please visit BSR’s new Professional Member List which includes a list of our members, the services they provide, their locations and contact information.

NESEA

 

Building for Social Responsibility is the Vermont Chapter of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA). For more information about NESEA, click here.



BSR Objectives

 
  • To encourage green development principles which include healthy and environmentally sound building materials and practices, renewable energy resources, energy efficient building principles, responsible land use and socially responsible zoning.
  • To encourage the construction of quality homes that are comfortable, durable, and affordable to a broad spectrum of people.
  • To encourage green development principles through educating development professionals, legislators, and the public about sustainable building practices, renewable energy technologies, environmentally friendly site design techniques and responsible zoning practices.
  • To encourage and support the entry of women into the building profession.
  • To promote the businesses of our members by: networking, education, marketing, client referrals, information resources and technical support.

Projects and Initiatives

  • Arranging lectures at our monthly meetings covering building related topics. Topics have included: Solar for the Home, Micro-hydro Power Systems, Sustainably Harvested Lumber, Cellulose Insulation, Green Building Materials, High Efficiency Heating Systems, Insulated Concrete Forms, Construction Waste Reduction, Manufactured Housing, etc.
  • Providing resource and technical assistance to our members and to the general public
  • Providing a forum for our members to network, share ideas, and receive training and education. Workshops have included: Residential Green Building and LEED, Healthy House Construction, Building the Green Home, Straw Bale Construction, and Environmental Design.
  • Keeping our members and the public aware of issues relevant to our mission and objectives


Vermont Building Greener (VBG) Program

The Vermont Building Greener Program is a voluntary certification program for residential buildings in Vermont. VBG both certifies and quantifies that homes participating in the program are constructed to sustainable criteria. VBG is an initiative of Building for Social Responsibility, and is the first green building certification program in the Northeast. The VBG program criteria have been created and supported by regional experts, and are being used as a sustainable standard in Vermont and elsewhere. It is anticipated that VBG and programs like it will serve as a model for other similar green building certification programs in the region. Contact BSR for information on the VBG Program, to participate on the VBG Program Committee, or to have a project certified.

BSR meets monthly, typically on the last Tuesday. Professional membership dues are $40 annually.  Individual membership dues are $25.00 annually. For a schedule and details concerning our meetings and events, or to join BSR and receive our e-newsletter, contact us at:

Building for Social Responsibility
P.O. Box 8882
Burlington, Vermont 05402
or email us at:
jvansteensburg@bsr-vt.org

The members of Building for Social Responsibility are dedicated to exploring new paths in residential construction that might lead to a more sustainable future. In our work we strive for viable construction practices and for enduring quality. In every sense, we intend to build for life. Together we are making a difference. Please join us.