About this Event
Black Sustainability, Inc. & 2M Design Consultants, Inc. present GPRO Certification: Fundamentals of Building Green for metro Atlantans!
Calling all real estate, construction, architects & engineers! Learn the fundamentals of green building to earn your GPRO Certification today!
Join us at the LEED certified, Evelyn G. Lowery Library @ Cascade on August 14, 2026 at 10:00 AM for a deep dive into sustainable practices with our GPRO Certification Program.
GPRO is a certificate training program that teaches the people who build, renovate and operate buildings how to integrate high-performance practices into their everyday work.
This is one of four opportunities to gain your GPRO Certificate in the Fundamentals of Green Building.
GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building teaches the core strategies for sustainable building, showing the link between building systems and green practices. During this training you'll gain a valuable understanding of how small changes can transform the built environment, whether you're managing a current building or starting a new career in construction.
GPRO Fundamentals qualifies for 4 AIA* and 4 GBCI** credits.
*The American Institute of Architects (AIA) is the largest, most influential network of architects and design professionals.
**GBCI - https://www.gbci.org
Schedule:
- 10:00 AM -12:30 PM ET (Training/LEED Tour)
- 12:30PM to 1:00PM ET ( Lunch)
- 1:00PM - 2:30 PM ET (Training)
Don't miss out on this opportunity to level up your sustainability game! See you there!
Benefits:
- Pair your building knowledge & passion with a love for the environment
- Learn how green building and climate change impact the health of our community
- Gain a deeper understanding of energy efficiency
- Open book exam
- Expand career pathways into sustainable fields
Agenda
🕑: 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM
Sign-In & Welcome
Info: Check-in, networking, and distribution of hard copy training manuals.
🕑: 10:30 AM - 10:45 AM
Program Kick-off & Introductions
Info: Welcome from Black Sustainability, Inc. & 2M Design Consultants. Overview of the Green Professional (GPRO) value and certification process.
🕑: 10:45 AM - 11:15 AM
Exclusive LEED Tour of the Metropolitan Library
🕑: 11:15 AM - 12:00 PM
Part I: The Call for High-Performance Buildings
Info: The critical connection between buildings and climate change. Defining sustainability and the value of green construction (health, efficiency, economics).
🕑: 12:00 PM - 12:45 PM
Part II: Core Green Building Practices
Info: Foundational strategies for sustainability: • The Tight Building Envelope • Right-Sized HVAC Systems • Water Conservation & Waste Reduction
🕑: 12:45 PM - 01:45 PM
Lunch Break
Info: Enjoy a delicious lunch on us! Dietary restrictions considered.
🕑: 02:00 PM - 03:30 PM
Conclusion of Training
Info: Final details to be shared to get you ready for the exam. (Open exam! Will be available 7 days after the session)
Event Venue & Nearby Stays
Evelyn G. Lowery Library @ Cascade, 3665 Cascade Rd., Atlanta, United States
USD 461.89
