DAY OF SUSTAINABILITY
Tuesday, December 1 at the North Ridge Park Pavilion
The North Ridge Park Pavilion was completed in April 2003 and won the 2003 Governor's Iowa Environmental Excellence Award for its sustainable design. It was designed by Neumann Monson Architects, the environmental elements incorporated into the design include Iowa's first green roof, locally quarried limestone, recycled timbers and passive solar techniques.
9:00am-11:30am: Green Roofs in an Urban Environment
In the past century Iowa has seen a large population shift from our rural communities to thriving cities. During this urban and suburban explosion, much of the landscape has been altered or changed dramatically. Green roofs, or vegetated roofs, are becoming an increasingly popular choice with a magnitude of sustainable benefits.
11:30am-12:30pm: Networking Lunch
12:30-4:00pm: Restorative Design - Infiltration Based Stormwater Management
Iowa's landscape is one of the most altered ecosystems in the nation - from cities to farms, stormwater management is crucial to creating a sustainable environment. This seminar will review the historical hydrological processes, landscape change, watershed based design and opportunities for Low Impact development. The course will cover specific case studies showing how we can mimic our natural systems.
4:00-6:00pm: Evening Social/Reception
Registration required: Contact Leslie Berckes at leslie@icosc.com or 515.707.2787.
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