GREENleaders Modules 1& 2 at Seattle Design Center

Two modules of 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 one of the co-founders 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 400 graduates to date.  Written by an accredited LEED-CI/AP.  Lunch included.  (6 ceu)  Contact:  919-967-1137 or admin@sustainablefurnishings.org.

Unit 1 - The Case For Sustainability

This module provides grounding in the environmental issues related to home furnishings, including the factual basis for climate change, indoor air quality, toxic waste, and water conservation. Source documents are public records such as the U.N. IPCC 4th Assessment Report and the U.S. EPA, translated from technical jargon into easily understood concepts with common references all explicitly linked to the furnishings industry.

Unit 2 - Knowing Green Consumers

This module provides insight into the current thinking of consumers based on a national survey  among those who have purchased home furnishings recently. Topics include preferred terminology, hot button issues, level of concerns, purchase interest, price sensitivity, and perceived obstacles. Learn why consumers do what they do, and what you need to know to be effective with your marketing and sales efforts.