Green building takes center stage at Oakland County Green Summit

Oakland County is giving some of its businesses a gentle push toward sustainability with its Oakland County Green Summit on Tuesday, May 19.

The Troy-based event will cover a wide range of issues geared toward making companies more environmentally friendly, including corporate sustainability, the legalese of going green, pros and cons of LEED certification, local government carrots and sticks for going green, and a primer for energy audits.

"We're trying to put people who want to go green or are thinking about it together with the resources that will allow them to do this," says Nina Ignaczak, senior planner for Oakland County Planning & Economic Services. "This isn’t pie in the sky. This can happen right now."

The idea is to help push these businesses toward sustainable practices to save them money, improve their environment, and build communities' reputation for sustainability.

Bill Stough, CEO of the Grand Rapids-based Sustainable Research Group, will serve as the events keynote speaker. He has 25 years of experience in sustainable business practices and is the founder of the West Michigan Sustainable Business Forum.

The event will take place between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. at the Troy Community Center, 3179 Livernois. Registration costs $35 and includes a continental breakfast. For information, call (248) 858-1848.

Source: Nina Ignaczak, senior planner for Oakland County Planning & Economic Development Services
Writer: Jon Zemke

Green building takes center stage at Oakland County Green Summit

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