Resource Center
Showcasing environmentally smart materials, methods and resources. Offering collaborative space for project teams as well as project - specific research with staff.
Goal: to raise awareness and increase green options for commercial and residential developers, contractors, subcontractors, owners, architects, designers, and the public.
Certified Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifiers
Chattanooga’s 1st Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier Class Congrats to the new DET Verifiers! green|spaces first Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier class was a huge success! Chattanooga now has 14 trained DET Verifiers to assist in the diagnostic testing for code compliance as required by the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code and Chattanooga Amendment.
Chattanooga’s green business certification
green|light is Chattanooga’s green business certification. It is for business owners looking to reduce their environmental impact, save money and communicate with their patrons that they are committed to operating with our shared natural resources in mind. This homegrown program addresses our local condition and adds value to our local economy. green|light is for Chattanooga businesses giving green a go.
CSI Chattanooga Chapter 26th Annual Product Show
26th Annual Product Show Tuesday February 19th, 2013 Chattanooga Choo Choo - Imperial Ballroom
DET Class Application March 18 & 19
Please click below to access the DET Class Application for March 18 & 19. Printed and completed form can be mailed to: Brandi Hill 63 E. Main St. Chattanooga, TN 37408 or scan and email to: Brandi@greenspaceschattanooga.com
Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifcation
On January 1, 2013, the 2009 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with the City of Chattanooga Amendments became mandatory. The City of Chattanooga amendments include a provision that the required diagnostic testing be performed by a Certified Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier. A certified DET verifier shall be a certified Home Energy Rating Systems (HERS) Rater, or be a Building Performance Institute (BPI) analyst, or successfully complete a certified DET Verifier course approved by the City of Chattanooga.
From Executive Director, Anj McClain
As we complete the first year of our membership program we have come to a better understanding of what community support means. We are so grateful for all of our current members and look forward to introducing the importance of green|spaces to new members.
Outlooks: Contributions from the green building community
Thank you Steve Hunt for brining this home. Let’s consider kudos for New York. In a recent email blast from the Building Owners and Managers Association (“BOMA”), the headline read “New York State Adopts Property Tax Exemptions for Green Buildings”.
The Roof Top Hop
The Rooftop Hop will consist of six parties on rooftops around downtown Chattanooga. All inclusive ticket holders will be able to hop around five exclusive rooftop parties. Each rooftop will have drinks and light hors d’oeuvres for guests from 6pm until 8pm, when the main rooftop party begins.
Southface Fact Sheets
Southface has been providing green building education for many years. They are a trusted source in the building industry and have a knowledgeable and diverse staff.
Daylighting
The use of natural daylight is an important strategy in improving energy efficiency by minimizing lighting, heating, and cooling loads.
Armstrong BioBased Tile
Biobased Tile contains our patent-pending BioStride polymer which is made with rapidly renewable ingredients that help reduce the reliance on petroleum and fossil fuels.
Paperstone
PaperStone is made from sustainable sources. It is manufactured in three versions.
green|spaces Library
green|spaces offers a complete green library open to the pubic. You can come in and enjoy a book during your lunch break or check out useful reference guides.
green|light Press Release
Eight Local Businesses Giving Green a Go Chattanooga, TN, April 30, 2013 --- ACA Beacon Verification Services, Benwood Foundation, Chambliss, Banher & Stophel Law Firm, Delegator, Full Media, River City Company, Taco Mamacita, and Urban Stack are the pilot participants ready to give green a go with green|light, Chattanooga’s Green Business Certification Program. This program is for business owners looking to reduce their environmental impact, save money, and communicate with their patrons that they are committed to operating with our shared natural resources in mind.