• The Case for Performance Analysis in Renovation Projects

    Date/Time: Wednesday, February 23, 2022, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM PST Learning Units: 1 LU   Description: Buildings contribute nearly 40% of annual global CO2 emissions currently and about two-thirds of the global building stock will still exist in 2040. If not retrofitted, the existing buildings will continue to generate unsustainable levels of GHG emissions. Thus, this session […]

  • Decoding the 2030 Challenge for 2022

    COTE Event Provided by AIA Monterey Bay Decoding the 2030 Challenge for 2022 Date/Time: Friday, March 4, 2022, 12:00 - 1:30 P.M. Learning Units: 1.5 LU/HSW Cost: Free to AIA […]

  • AIA CA Climate Action Webinar: Visual Delight in Architecture

    Date/Time: Wednesday, Mar 9, 2022, 12:00 PM in Pacific Time Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW   Views out of windows have traditionally been considered “nice to have”, but not crucial for human health and well-being. However, evidence is mounting that quality views are essential for not only increased occupant comfort, satisfaction, and productivity, but long-term health.   […]

  • Implementation of California State ADU Law in Local Jurisdictions

    This webinar course is an introduction to California State Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU) laws and their implementation for local jurisdictions, presented by planning staff from those jurisdictions. Panel discussion will address the differences in implementation regulations in varying jurisdictions. The Panel will also include an ADU specialist who works on ADU projects in many localities […]

  • Smart Carbon Goals: Life Cycle Assessment in Design Practice

    Smart Carbon Goals: Life Cycle Assessment in Design Practice Date/Time: Wednesday, March 30, 2022, 11:30 a.m. -1 p.m., Pacific Time Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW Speaker: Claire McConnell, BEMP | Associate, Mithun, Seattle Description: Since the release of the 2030 Challenge in 2006, energy efficiency has driven sustainability metrics in building design and construction. […]

  • ADUs: A Climate Action Standard

    ADUs: A Climate Action Standard Date: 4/6/22 Time: 12 pm – 1:30 pm Description: Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) increase supply and diversity of housing stock, add value to existing homes, […]

  • Design for Wildfire Resilience

    Design for Wildfire Resilience Lunch & Learn Webinar Date/Time: Wednesday, June 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW As climate change intensifies, the risk of devastating wildfires around the world […]

  • Design for Wildfire Resilience

    Date/Time: Wednesday, June 15, 12:00-1:30 p.m. Learning Units: 1.5 LU | HSW As climate change intensifies, the risk of devastating wildfires around the world will surge in coming decades and is being considered a “global wildfire crisis.” In recent years, California has seen the wildfire season expand beyond a few months to the entire calendar year, and […]

  • AIA CA Statewide Advocacy Update 

    AIA CA Statewide Advocacy Update  Date/Time: Thursday, July 7, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Learning Units: 1 LU With the California State Legislature in session – Actively considering and voting on legislation – Mark Christian, […]

  • Why Masonry with Basalite Concrete Products?

    Live, Lunch + Learn COTE Presentation Why Masonry with Basalite Concrete Products? Date/Time: Thursday, July 14, 12:00-1:00 p.m. Learning Units: 1 LU | HSW Location: Granitrock Construction Materials, 1755 Del Monte Boulevard, Seaside  Cost: Free for AIA […]