Cascadia Windows & Doors - Combustible Windows & Façade Components in Non-Combustible Construction We desperately need better energy efficiency from building enclosures, from both windows and insulated wall assemblies. Today, the best products and components to enable this are generally made from low conductivity materials. Most of these materials also happen to be combustible—at least,…  Read more

Cascadia Windows & Doors - Mind the Gap: Better Exterior Wall Performance Through Cladding Attachments Many North American jurisdictions are moving beyond ASHRAE performance requirements for exterior wall assemblies, shifting instead to a holistic, building energy performance standard (BEPS) approach. While this evolution offers benefits—such as design flexibility and lower operating costs—it also requires a…  Read more

Gaia College - Organic Horticulture Specialist This is a foundational course for organic horticulture. Students will see the world in a new way, learning the connections between soil, plant, environmental and human health. This course is intended for the professional gardener. Dates: September 11 - December 15 Time: Asynchronous access Location: Online Cost: $795 +…  Read more

Gaia College - Ecological Plant Knowledge 1 Students learn to understand plants in the context of their ecosystem. Students are guided in conducting their own research to identify specific relationships for specific native plants. Dates: September 11 - Dec 15 Time: Asynchronous access Location: Online Cost: $795 + tax Learning Units (LUs): 42 Non-core Register:…  Read more

Gaia College - Landscape Design Basics with Sketchup Pro This course is an introduction to landscape design using Sketchup Pro. It is geared towards landscape applications and 3D design, modeling and presentation. The course is a pre or co-requisite for Gaia College's Ecological Landscape Design course. Dates: September 11 - December 15 Time: Asynchronous access…  Read more

Gaia College - Landscape Design Basics with Sketchup Pro This course is an introduction to landscape design using Sketchup Pro. It is geared towards landscape applications and 3D design, modeling and presentation. The course is a pre or co-requisite for Gaia College's Ecological Landscape Design course. Dates: September 11 - December 15 Time: Asynchronous access…  Read more

Gaia College - Ecological Landscape Design The focus of this course is the creation of a sustainable landscape design plan, including installation and maintenance. Students explore how to achieve aesthetic and functional goals while creating ecologically sound landscapes. This is our capstone course, integrating the knowledge and skills gained from the Organic Land Care Diploma…  Read more