Testimonials
Graduates
“Having taken the classes and exam for 5 different Green Building Certifications, I can assure you that the SBA Program is hands down the most important. Students can expect to leave the course with the ability to fully comprehend all aspects of sustainability through the eyes of the built environment as well as empowered with the desire to share their newly found understanding.”
Matt Macko, CSBA, LEED AP, HERS, CGBP
Environmental Building Strategies
“ [Through the course] I was able to realize my strengths and weaknesses in green building and improve in each area. I’ve had at least one person say when reviewing my resume that it’s very evident that I am interested in continually growing my green building education, a fact which made that person approach me over someone else for a contracting opportunity."
Rebecca Anderson, CSBA, LEED AP
O&M Environmental Specialist
University of California, Berkeley
“When I first heard about the course I thought the curriculum would be tailored to Architects and Engineers... As a realtor I didn’t have that background in building, but as I went through the course I saw that anybody - in any field – would find the program beneficial.”
Andre Doss, CSBA, CGBP, LEED AP
Realtor, Prudential California
“The program teaches and remind us that there are many ways to contribute to our society, so that we can all live better. The principles learned are applicable to any field. No matter where you live."
Tyson Krumholz, CSBA, LEED AP
Senior Project Manager, Webcor
" ...This course has enable me to start Sustainable Contra Costa and Citizens for a Sustainable Walnut Creek... My personal goal is to see that a self supporting Sustainability Commission is added to the Walnut Creek group of Commissions. With the education gained from the SBA Course along with the national certification, I feel armed and ready to work with the city in order to make this happen."
Robert Joe, CSBA, LEED AP
Co-founder, Sustainable Contra Costa
Instructors
"I am always impressed with the caliber of the graduates of the Sustainable Building Advisor Program. They enter the green building field exposed to a wide array of viewpoints and a depth of information, ready to change the world."
Eric Corey Freed
Principal, organicARCHITECT
Author, "Green Building & Remodeling for Dummies"
"The Sustainable Building Advisor Program offers a tremendous opportunity to build community while also providing a broad base for green building knowledge. Throughout the term, students learn from regional experts and benefit from one another's experience - creating a camaraderie that long outlasts the program."
Eden Brukman CSBA, LEED AP
Research Director, Cascadia Region Green Building Council
