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Thursday, 1/16, 1pm - 2pm
Location
Online
Price
Free
1 LU / 3 HSW

Step into the future of sustainable design with “It’s Not Easy Being Green: The Sustainability of Wood,” an online, one-credit course led by Joe Avila, globally acclaimed wood flooring expert and certified inspector. This course offers essential knowledge to sidestep costly wood flooring failures and legal missteps, providing you with insights into the newest trends, advanced systems, and eco-friendly materials that deliver value to your projects and your clients.

Designed specifically for architects and design professionals, this CEU-accredited course prepares you to confidently specify sustainable hardwood flooring, aligning with green building standards. The National Wood Flooring Association will manage submissions to IDCEC and AIA to secure your CEU credits.

Learning Objectives:
• Understand the sustainable sourcing and renewability of wood flooring.
• Discover wood flooring’s role in reducing global warming by capturing carbon.
• Examine the entire lifecycle of wood flooring, from production to disposal.
• Evaluate wood’s impact on natural resources and its commitment to environmental responsibility.
• Discover wood flooring’s role in reducing global warming by capturing carbon.
• See how wood floors minimize landfill waste through durability and recyclability.
• Recognize how wood can enhance indoor air quality.
• Identify the benefits of low-VOC finishes and adhesives in green construction.
• Learn best practices for maintaining wood floors to ensure lasting beauty and value.
• Grasp the comprehensive sustainability and long-term benefits of choosing wood.

Organized by
Huggins Wood Floor Specialist & Joe Avila Certified Wood Flooring Inspector
Thursday, 1/16, 1pm - 2pm
Location
Online
Price
Free
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