There are many different approaches to green building—in site design and development, in sourcing materials and in methods for energy and water efficiency.  And geography and the client’s budget can change everything.  But in these differences, there’s a shared purpose—progress towards greening residential construction.

You’ll arrive at the 2010 NAHB National Green Building Conference in Raleigh May 16-18, 2010 with different perspectives and leave with the necessary knowledge and resources to prepare you for the future. This year’s sessions and events will focus on the science of green building, taking a whole-house approach and emphasizing what you need to do from start to finish—whether you’re remodeling a home or building from the ground up. You’ll learn how to make the National Green Building Standard work for you at every level. Intensive sessions, combined with dynamic events and vibrant product exhibits, will expand your view of green building and introduce you to new concepts and distinct viewpoints.

The Renovation, Repair and Painting (RRP) Program mandates that contractors, property managers and others working for compensation, in homes and child-occupied facilities built before 1978, must be trained and use lead-safe work practices. They are also required to provide the lead pamphlet "Renovate Right; Important Lead Hazard Information for Families, Child Care Providers and Schools" to owners and occupants before starting renovation work.

Beginning January 1, 2010, North Carolina requires you and your firm to be certified and to use lead-safe work practices. Read about how to comply by viewing the North Carolina Rules 10A N.C.A.C. 41C .0900 - Lead-Based Paint Hazard Management Program for Renovation, Repair and Painting (PDF) and the associated EPA issued rule requiring the use of lead-safe practices (PDF).

The North Carolina Home Builders Association invites you to join us at the annual Builders Classic Golf Tournament.  All proceeds go to the North Carolina Home Builders Educational & Charitable Foundation Inc., a program that awards scholarships to college students majoring in a construction-related field at a two-year or four-year college.

The tournament promises to be an exciting event, with players having the opportunity to network with other industry professionals as they contribute to a worthy cause.  The 18-hole course offers large greens and rolling fairways lined with pines and strategically-placed bunkers.

Cost is $100/player or $400/team. Click here for the flyer and registration form.