Net Zero Buildings: Designing for a Carbon-Free Future

As the California moves urgently toward climate goals, the built environment stands at the center of the sustainability conversation. This dynamic roundtable with KYA Group will explore the principles, innovations, and pathways driving the rise of Net Zero buildings. From cutting-edge materials and renewable energy integration to policy shifts and cost-effective design strategies, our expert panel will unpack what it truly takes to achieve carbon neutrality in both new and existing structures without significant increases in project time or cost.  Whether you’re in architecture, engineering, real estate, or sustainability leadership, this roundtable will offer critical insights into how Net Zero design is shaping the future of buildings and communities.

Attendees will gain practical knowledge through real-world case studies, live Q&A, and actionable takeaways that can inform your next project or sustainability roadmap. Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead of the curve!

Date:
July 8, 2025

Time: 10:30 am to 11:30 am, Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Duration: 1 hour includes discussion times.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with KYA Group

$600M Available for Charter Schools – Prop-2: Access Facilities Funding

Proposition 2 is a Statewide bond issue passed Nov. 5, 2024. There is $600M available for California Charter Schools; by applying for a preliminary apportionment (reservation of Prop-2 bond authority) for:
i) new construction projects and/or
ii) rehabilitation of district-owned existing facilities that are at least 15 years old.

The preliminary apportionment filing round window is July 3, 2025, to October 30, 2025.

This one-hour webinar is intended for California Charter Schools: Business Officials and Facilities Directors in particular. The presenters are both Sustainability Champions with Green Technology, and have decades of experience with K-12 public schools between them.

James Richmond of First Note Finance will provide an overview of Prop-2 for Charter Schools, and what is needed to submit a preliminary apportionment application.

Andre Nel of the KYA Group will discuss what comes after your Charter School has secured a preliminary apportionment reservation, from pre-construction services, to contractor procurement, and project implementation; timed and aligned with a charter schools’ unique educational priorities.

Cameron Weist, Principal of Weist Law.

Multiple date available:
July 17, 2025
August 14, 2025

Time: 1:30pm to 2:30pm, Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Duration: 1 hour includes ample time set aside for questions and answers.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with First Note Finance and KYA Group

Extending Your Roofs Lifecycle: How to get the most out of your roof webinar

Buildings today incorporate lighter-weight structural materials than those built years ago. Contemporary roofing systems should, therefore, have the ability to withstand the increased substrate movements and deflections. Durability of the roof can be assured through good planning and by the correct specification and installation of the waterproofing system.

Asphalt is still the best-known waterproofing material. However; it has poor aging characteristics, becomes brittle in cold weather, is fluid in hot weather, and has little resistance to fatigue. Elastomeric compounds such as SBS (styrene-butadiene-styrene) substantially improve these properties. SBS rubber is flexible and has the memory to return to its original form.  SBS rubber to asphalt increases the flow characteristics and improves the low-temperature flexibility and fatigue resistance of roofing asphalt. The end product is a high-performance and can be installed 2-3 ply system assembly. 

Areas that will be covered and discussed in this roundtable are:

• Durable rubberized asphalt roof products that provide over 200-300 mill thickness applied in 2-3 ply roof systems
• Learn more about the MBCare program for free warranty maintenance
• Recycled Content products available for basic maintenance & repairs using our Ecotorch product.  Less heat when applying and doesn’t require a certified applicator to do repair and maintenance
• When roofs are not leaking, but still need a roof system, Overlay Roof System can be a solution over existing roof.  A no waist roof solution
• How to get a free roof assessment to determine what condition your roofs are in

Multiple date available:
July 30, 2025
August 27, 2025
September 25, 2025
December 4, 2025

Time: 10:30 am to 11:30 am, Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Duration: 1 hour includes discussion times.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with MBTechnology

Office Operations and Your Sustainability Goals

Surprisingly Simple Ways to Save Electricity and Reduce Waste

Join us to learn about ways to eliminate powdered plastic laser toner, save electricity, reduce waste, and find responsible office equipment end of life options. All without any major equipment investments, construction, renovation or operational changes.

Learning Outcomes:

1. Plugload can contribute up to 50% of the electricity used in highly efficient buildings. Product ratings like Energy Star can help, but don’t always tell the full picture. Learn about tools available to dig deeper to estimate potential Scope 2 emissions savings by choosing highly efficient office devices.
2. On the road to Zero Waste? Learn ways to discover the hidden waste that you may be generating that is difficult to track, and how to avoid it in the first place.
3. Microplastic pollution is a growing concern, yet most consumers and businesses don’t understand that their choices in the office may have an impact. Learn about fundamental print technology differences and potential tradeoffs to help you choose what is best for your organization.
4. To truly close the loop in the office equipment lifecycle you need an end-of-life strategy. Learn about responsible extended life and E-waste recycling options available.

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is ideal for:
• School District, Higher Ed and Corporate Sustainability Professionals
• Sustainability Curriculum Managers
• Energy Analysts
• Facility Managers
• Equipment Purchasers

Date available:
TBD

Time: 10:30 am to 11:30 am, Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Duration: 1 hour includes discussion times.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with Epson America, Inc.

This course is approved for 1 AIA CEU/Learning Unit!

Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) Webinar

This informative webinar will provide a comprehensive overview of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC), a innovative and proven financing mechanism for modernizing infrastructure projects in public facilities.

What is an ESPC?
Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) is a budget-neutral approach to make building improvements that reduce energy and water use and increase operational efficiency. By partnering with an energy service company (ESCO), a facility owner can use an ESPC to pay for today’s facility upgrades with tomorrow’s energy savings—without tapping into capital budgets. This approach mitigates the risk of capital project performance post installation. For institutions with bond funding, this will allow you to use your operating budget for energy efficiency upgrades while preserving bond funds for other essential projects.

Key Topics Covered:

• Government Code Authorization
• Government Code Requirements
• ESPC Process and Timeline
• Benefits and Considerations

Who Should Attend?
This webinar is ideal for:
• Facility and finance managers
• Public agency administrators
• School district officials
• Municipal and county leaders
• Anyone challenged with budgetary solutions for public facilities

Join us to learn how ESPCs can help your organization achieve significant energy savings and facility improvements while staying within budget constraints.

Date available:
TBD

Time: 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm, Pacific Standard Time (PST)
Duration: 1 hour includes discussion times.

Hosted by Green Technology, in collaboration with Veregy

Lunch is on us! Grubhub coupons and instructions will be sent to all qualified registered attendees the day of the lunch and learn.