NaSBAP News

NaSBAP and Cascadia Regional Green Building Council Announce Partnership in Sustainable Building Education

We are pleased to announce that as of March 2008, NaSBAP’s Sustainable Building Advisor course will be integrated into a suite of national educational services offered by the newly formed Cascadia Sustainability Academy.  The Academy was developed and recently launched by the Cascadia Region Green Building Council, and will offer the following three levels of nationwide educational opportunities:

  • Workshops, lectures, and seminars to provide a general understanding of sustainability and the green building movement;
  • NaSBAP’s Sustainable Building Advisor (SBA) course and certification exam; and
  • Advanced training for practicing professionals, including the Living Building Challenge.

NaSBAP will continue to administer the national SBA course through regional providers and operate as a separate 501(c)3 non-profit entity, with the additional benefits of the SBA course becoming an integral element of the Academy.  The Academy will offer SBA students and educators increased resources, learning opportunities, and networking capabilities within the national green building community. 

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NaSBAP becomes a USGBC Approved Education Provider

The USGBC Education Provider Program (EPP) offers a listing of professional development courses approved and endorsed by the US Green Building Council. The SBA course is approved as a Level 400 Mastery Course under the EPP.

The USGBC EPP logo is a registered trademark owned by the uSGBC and is used by permission.

NaSBAP partners with Northwest Earth Institute (NWEI)

NWEI offers an innovative range of programs to empower individuals and organizations to protect the environment and operate in a more sustainable manner. Check out NWEI's Choices for Sustainable Living discussion course -- a great follow-on to the SBA course.

NaSBAP Joins NISOD

In 2008, NaSBAP became a ‘Friends of NISOD’ – The National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development. NISOD has more than 700 community college members, and is committed to the continued improvement of teaching and learning at the community college level.

New CSBA Logos Available

Get the recognition you deserve as a Certified Sustainable Advisor by using the CSBA logo on your business card, letterhead or other marketing materials. Learn more on our CSBA page.