GREENleaders Certified Sustainability Training Module 3: Sourcing Green Products

This industry first, 6-hour exam course was developed in conjunction with the Sustainable Furnishings Council, the #1 organization with board members including ranking staff of World Wildlife Fund, Rainforest Alliance, and the founder of the USGBC. This is the most comprehensive green furnishings training program available, providing designers with the knowledge and credentials to differentiate themselves as experts in sustainability.  Over 500 graduates to date.  Written by an accredited LEED-CI/AP and approved by GBCI for 6 CE hours and registered with IDCEC for .6 W CEUs or individual modules at .1 W CEUs.  Lunch included.   Contact:  919-967-1137 or admin@sustainablefurnishings.org.  This event is just Unit 3 for .1 W CEU.

Unit 3 - Sourcing Green Products

This module provides detailed descriptions of the differences between available options in the components that go into home furnishings, including certified wood, rapid renewables, commercial harvests, recycled/recyclable content, low VOC finishes, bio hybrid cushioning, vegetable-tanned leathers and organic textiles. Learn what to look for, what to avoid, and how each option relates to different environmental concerns.