Asheville GO - Green Opportunities

Have you heard of Asheville GO?

Green Opportunities (GO) is dedicated to building a strong and just green economy in Western NC from the bottom-up through green-collar job training, community education, and green microenterprises.

Our core program, the Asheville GO Training Team, combines service-learning projects, life-skills training, support services, community college coursework and on-the-job experience to provide everything GO members need to launch successful green-collar careers.

http://www.greenopportunities.org/

A-B Tech: Global Institute for Sustainability Technologies

The Asheville - Buncombe Technical Community College Global Institute for Sustainable Technologies is offering it's first classes this spring. They include classes like 'Planning and Building a Green Home' , 'Passive Solar Workshop' and many more. There are so many great classes I just copied and pasted them all below. Come here knowledgeable folks like Ned Ryan Doyle, SEE Expo Coordinator and host of 'Our Southern Community' public affairs radio program on WNCW 88.7 discuss issues related to sustainability in our mountains. 

Full class schedule: http://www.abtech.edu/ce/schedule/gist.asp

Energy: Reality 101

A lively introduction to the interrelationships of energy, environment and economics and how the current problems point directly to the solutions all around us. Ned Ryan Doyle, SEE Expo Coordinator and host of "Our Southern Community" public affairs radio program on WNCW 88.7, offers an upbeat, informative road map for sustainable transitions based on regional and community efforts with existing technology. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Thu, Feb 12, 06:00PM - 09:00PM
• 128 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7395-352

G.I.S.T. Professional Development Workshop 

The A-B Tech Global Center for Sustainability Technologies presents a one-day workshop for professional development regarding design and construction for incorporating an intelligent renewable environment. The seminar is designed for architects, engineers, builders, designers and others in the construction industry and is open to the public. The registration fee includes lunch. Continuing education credits may be awarded for some industry professionals. (6 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $125.00

• Mon, Apr 06, 08:30AM - 03:30PM
• 200 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7393-136

Green Collar Jobs 

This course is a basic overview of the potential jobs emerging in the "green" industry. Alternative energy, alternative fuels, organic food and clothing, green building, recycling and waste management are just a few of the areas growing at a rapid pace. The course will examine some of the skills and education needed to move you into the "green" business world. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Sat, Mar 14, 09:00AM - 12:00PM
• 209 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7385-344

Passive Solar Workshop

This workshop will explore passive solar concepts in construction. The class will be a primer on components of passive solar design, NC tax credit options, and the many resources available. Students will learn passive solar strategies that can be used in home design, solar food dehydration, solar oven construction, as well as other applications. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Sat, Mar 28, 09:00AM - 12:00PM
• 155 Dogwood, Asheville Campus Course #: SEF-7388-343

Planning and Building A Green Home 

This seminar will cover the basics of planning and building a green home. It will cover the major green building programs currently available as well as strategies and resources for building a greener and more efficient home. (6 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $25.00

• Mon/Wed, Feb 23 - Feb 25, 06:00PM - 09:00PM
• 128 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7391-351

So You Want to Be an Energy Rater? 

The building industry is turning "green" and more and more builders are building to meet Energy Star and other green certification programs. These certification programs require a third party inspector who is certified as a Home Energy Star Rater. This course will help you avoid the mistakes that many individuals are making when trying to get into this business. The course will review education and skill requirements, upfront cost, and potential income. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Sat, Mar 21, 09:00AM - 12:00PM
• 209 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7386-345

Solar Electric Systems

As our society shifts toward clean and renewable energy sources, harnessing the sun's energy to produce electricity is increasingly promising. In addition to developments in photovoltaic technology, this course will explore system design and applications, the benefits of off-grid and grid-tied systems, net-metering and buy all/sell all agreements. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Tue, Mar 24, 06:00PM - 09:00PM
• 209 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7390-347

Solar Hot Water and Space Heating Systems

Are you interested in going solar, but not sure where to start? Solar thermal systems offer the most cost-effective applications of active renewable energy technologies and are an increasingly important part of our clean energy future. This course will deliver an overview of system designs for providing hot water, as well as space heat, through radiant floor and other hydronic heating systems or forced-air systems. (3 hrs) No fee exemption

Total Registration Fee: $20.00

• Tue, Mar 10, 06:00PM - 09:00PM
• 209 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7389-346 

Asheville Property Mapping

Getting our map on ...















Do you need some custom mapping or GIS analysis in Asheville, Western North Carolina or the world? Don't hesitate to call ...

Local mapping applications to help in your real-estate search

We are lucky in Buncombe County to have some extraordinary GIS professionals working at the city and county GIS departments and building some great GIS applications - many in collaboration with other organizations like UNCA, NEMAC, and RENCI.

Buncombe County

• GIS Property Information System
• On Line Slope Calculation Tool

City of Asheville - mapAsheville

• Priority Places - An interactive mapping analysis application designed to strengthen quality economic development investment in the city of Asheville.
• Crime Mapper - Provides access to crime related information and statistics by area
• Development Mapper - Providing increased access to information concerning large-scale development activities
• Simple Searches - Access the streamlined interface for basic users
• Standard GIS - Tools for direct access to the advanced GIS user’s interface

Real-Estate in Asheville, North Carolina

Did we mention that Haven is selling Real-Estate in Asheville, North Carolina and focusing on Green Building?

If you are looking for a conscious and compassionate person that is easy to work with you should think about giving her a call.

You can get more information by emailing her at haven (at) ecohouserealty.com or calling 828.230.0555.