Green Buildings Standards Update

This presentation will review current green building standards and certification programs and highlight the key points that are important for building owners and operators to understand. Participants will learn to quickly assess which standards are relevant for their project or building.

Presented by: Melanie Ross; Chair of the CaGBC Alberta Chapter Leadership Board

Melanie leads the Sustainability Team in Integral’s Calgary office. In addition to managing projects with green buildings certifications such as LEED and WELL, she develops sustainability policy and planning tools, and act as the key point of contact for the energy modelling and commissioning teams on the energy management portfolio. She also liaises with the mechanical and electrical engineering teams to ensure the holistic integration of sustainability into all aspects of the firm’s work. Melanie’s work with the CaGBC as a reviewer, faculty and on task-forces gives her intimate knowledge of LEED and WELL project strategies. Combined with her tenure as board member of the Alberta Chapter of the CaGBC, she strives to effect positive change building by building. Her experience in communication and marketing enhances a people-focused skill set.