Labs21 Introductory Course: High-Performance, Low-Energy Design
Full-Day Workshop
The Labs21 High-Performance, Low-Energy Design Course is a full-day workshop that introduces strategies for designing and building sustainable laboratories in both new and existing facilities.
Workshop topics include:
- The architecture of high-performance labs
- The energy-efficient design process
- Air supply and distribution systems
- Laboratory exhaust systems
- Direct digital controls
- Commissioning
- Lighting
- Case studies
- Resources and tools
Who Should Attend This Workshop?
Laboratory professionals from all backgrounds are encouraged to attend this course because it gives a good introduction to laboratory sustainability and why it's such an important issue. Occupations include but are not limited to:
- Architects
- Engineers
- Facility owners and managers
- Mechanical, engineering, and plumbing professionals
- Project managers
- Construction/contracting managers
- Commissioning specialists
- Laboratory equipment manufacturers
- LEED APs®
- Safety, health, and environmental management professionals
- Laboratory users
- Students in any of the above-mentioned fields
While designed as an introductory course, those familiar with sustainable laboratory design are also welcome to attend and contribute to the discussion.
Course Materials
As part of the workshop, each participant receives detailed course materials. In addition, attendees receive an electronic copy of the Labs21 Tool Kit a valuable resource to help attendees meet their sustainable design goals.
Continuing Education Credits
This course is worth 7.5 Green Building Certification Institute Continuing
Education Hours toward the LEED Credential Maintenance Program, as approved by
the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC); 6 Professional Development Hours (PDHs) for professional engineers; and 6 Continuing Education Credits (CECs) from the American Institute of Architects for registered architects.
Upcoming Workshops
View the Upcoming Workshop Schedule  to locate a course in your area.
Half-Day Introductory Workshop
Learn about the half-day version of this workshop.
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