Building Performance
Sustainable Building
Water
Water in Sustainable Building Practice - Self Study
About this course
In this free course, sustainable building expert Ann Edminster discusses the uses of water in sustainable building practices.
Enroll and learn about...
-The distribution of water on Earth,
-How water gets to and leaves building sites
-How water is used on building sites
-Getting to "zero net" water with strategies, including:
Indoor efficiency, outdoor efficiency, storm water use, rainwater use, grey water use and black water use
-Sustainable water solutions at scale
-The distribution of water on Earth,
-How water gets to and leaves building sites
-How water is used on building sites
-Getting to "zero net" water with strategies, including:
Indoor efficiency, outdoor efficiency, storm water use, rainwater use, grey water use and black water use
-Sustainable water solutions at scale
Note: this course was built with content from the original Sustainable Building Advisor (SBA) course.
Course outline
2 modules
1 - 2 hours to complete
53 minutes
of video lectures
Module 1 • 1 assignments
Watch Ann's Lecture
Module 1 • 1 assignments
Watch Ann's Lecture
Enjoy Ann's free, 53-minute lecture.
- Water Lecture (53:35 minutes)
Author
Ann Edminster
owner/founder, Design AVEnues LLC
Ann V. Edminster, M. Arch, founder/principal of Design AVEnues, is an expert residential net-zero energy consultant, green building teacher, speaker, and author. She consults with builders, developers, software startups, design firms, investors, utilities, public agencies, and homeowners, providing unmatched knowledge of sustainable and regenerative design and...
Frequently asked questions
Full FAQHow does this course work?
This is a free course. Enroll today and get access to all of the materials instantly. The lecture video and other materials are available any time.
How long do I have access to the materials?
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Is there a certificate of completion?
Certificates of completion are only provided to HeatSpring Membership subscribers. This course has not been approved by any credentialing organizations (NABCEP, AIA, USGBC etc) for Continuing Education Credits (CEUs). This course is for self education purposes only and completion does not indicate a level of professional expertise or credential.
Can I register multiple people?
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