Training, Workshops & Events

Build It Green is supported by a solid foundation of training and education and provides building professionals with the technical expertise they need to build quality green buildings. Here's what you'll find in this section:

Certified Green Building Professional Training

As more and more people seek professionals who are qualified to provide green building services, now is your chance to establish yourself in this profitable niche and distinguish yourself in the marketplace. In this training, learn about the overarching principles of green building and the systems approach to the design, construction and operation of buildings. Graduates can choose to be listed in the online CGBP Directory.

Advanced Training

The Advanced Training expands on the introductory Certified Green Building Professional training, which is a prerequisite for this course.

Certified GreenPoint Rater Training

GreenPoint Rated is a third-party rating system that removes the guesswork from evaluating a home's green features. At the heart of the program are Certified GreenPoint Raters--the people who evaluate each home to ensure it meets the program's standards for high performance.

Green Home Tours

Green Home Tours offer you a glimpse inside some of California’s greenest homes. Currently, Build It Green offers one tour in the spring and one in the fall in regions that rotate around the San Francisco Bay Area.

Event Calendar & Registration

Browse and register for upcoming training, Green Home Tours, conferences, and other events offered by both Build It Green and other hosts.