You Can Do it Too

The Chicago Center for Green Technology has many resources available to help you learn more about green technology. The on-site Green Building Resource Center is a must-see for builders, developers, facility managers, architects and homeowners looking to incorporate sustainable design practices and green materials into their next building project. The center's resources include green building standards and construction guides; reference books; recycled, reused and renewable building material samples; a public-access workstation with established links to green technology web sites; and staff and volunteers to guide you through the research process.

CCGT also offers tours, workshops and other opportunities for people to learn about green technology. Guided tours of the facility are available to anyone who wants to see sustainable design first-hand. Educational workshops on topics of general interest, such as solar electricity, native landscaping, and green roofs, are offered to the general public. Seminars designed specifically for building industry professionals address issues of interest to them, such as boiler efficiency and whole-building design strategies. See the Calendar of Events for upcoming events.

Some of the publications and other resources at the Green Building Resource Center are also available electronically.