Today 2PM - Master Sustainable Flat Roof Design (Last Chance)


The Challenge

Hello Reader,

Building truly sustainable, resilient homes is tough—especially when working alone. Without a network of peers, you miss the latest innovations reshaping residential architecture.

The construction industry drives 39% of global carbon emissions, making high-performance design essential. Green roofs can reduce urban temperatures by 3°C and cut cooling demand by 10-30%. High-performance homes reduce carbon footprints by up to 50%.

Today's Opportunity - Designing Sustainable and Resilient Flat Roofs for Residential Architecture

  • Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – 2:00 PM ET
  • 1.0 P4-CE Credit
  • $25 (FREE for AIBD Members)

What You’ll Master:

  • Design Excellence: Key considerations for sustainable flat roofs, drainage systems, and structural requirements
  • Material Innovation: Recycled products, natural fiber insulation, and sustainable construction techniques
  • Future Solutions: Green roof integration, solar optimization, and circular economy approaches

Your Competitive Edge

Join AIBD’s High-Performance Homes Team roundtable—where colleagues share insights and drive housing’s future together. In an industry where 30% of projects face quality defects, high-performance builders using superior methods face fewer issues.

AIBD has provided quality education since 1950, ensuring members stay current with technology and codes. Don’t work in isolation when you could shape tomorrow’s standards.

For everyone else, this webinar costs $25.

Because you're an AIBD Member, you can register for free.

Access your free code in the membership portal.

Once you log in, it will be on the right hand side (you may have to scroll down).

Then, Register Here.

-The AIBD High Performance Homes Team

PS: Climate Beliefs = Business Reality

The Bottom Line: 70% of Americans believe in climate change. Your clients do too—regardless of your personal stance, you need to speak their language to sell your services.

Market Reality:

  • 48% of adults see climate change as a personal threat
  • 38% of companies take climate action due to customer expectations
  • Climate-conscious clients drive purchasing decisions

Professional Survival: Understanding climate perspectives isn’t about changing your beliefs—it’s about serving clients effectively in a market where climate consciousness is the new normal. Know the solutions they expect: green roofs, solar integration, energy efficiency.

Your Choice: Be the professional who speaks confidently about sustainable design options, or watch clients choose competitors who do.

Register now. Today's session gives you the expertise your climate-conscious clients demand.

P.P.S. We've also updated AIBD.org/tuesday-at-2/ with the latest info on upcoming webinars. Included in this email are just a few to get you excited.

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 – 2:00 pm ET
(1.0 P4-CE)
Cost: $25 (Free for AIBD Members)
Building homes that are truly sustainable, resilient, accessible, and durable can be a challenge—especially when working in isolation. Without a network of peers to share ideas and strategies, you risk missing out on the latest innovations and best practices. Join the High-Performance Homes Team: an informal roundtable for colleagues to gather, share insights, and drive the future of housing together.
Tuesday, June 24, 2025 – 2:00 pm ET
Cost: $0
Delayed cash flow is a major headache—many wait up to 60 or even 120 days to get paid, well beyond the ideal 30-day window. Long waits for payment strain your firm’s finances, limit growth opportunities, and create unnecessary stress—all because cash is tied up in slow billing and collections. Learn proven strategies during this prerecorded BQE training to slash days from work to cash. Discover new best practices for timesheets, invoicing, and client relations that will boost cash flow immediately.
Tuesday, July 1, 2025 – 2:00 pm ET
Members Helping Members – From Template to Plans - Step 1 (in Chief Architect)
(1.0 P3 CE)
Cost: $25 (Free for AIBD Members)
Turning a client sketch into a polished preliminary plan set can be challenging and time-consuming—especially if you’re unsure how to use your Chief Architect template effectively. Without the right guidance, you risk wasting hours on trial and error, missing deadlines, or delivering plans that aren’t ready for review. Join Joey Martin—Senior Project Coordinator and 10-time ARDA award winner—in this hands-on webinar. Transform a real client sketch into a ready-to-review plan set using your Chief Architect template. Register now to receive your starting sketch and learn from an expert with nearly 30 years of experience!
Tuesday, July 22, 2025 – 2:00 pm ET
Want more recognition and influence in your field, but not sure how to get noticed? If you don’t showcase your expertise, you’re missing out on valuable opportunities to connect and lead. Sign up now to present a webinar for your peers at AIBD.org/webinars—show off your skills and help fellow members grow!

There are more than can fit in a single email! Check them out at https://aibd.org/tuesday-at-2/!

Important Reminders

American Institute of Building Design (AIBD)

The American Institute of Building Design (AIBD) is a professional association that promotes the highest standards of excellence in residential building design. AIBD offers a variety of resources to its members, including continuing education, networking opportunities, and marketing assistance. AIBD is a valuable resource for anyone interested in a career in residential building design. If you want to improve your skills, network with other professionals, and stay up-to-date on the latest trends, AIBD is the perfect organization for you.

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