Presenter: Paul Westbrook, Texas Instruments Sustainable Design

In the U.S. alone, according to the U.S. Green Building Council, buildings consume 12 percent of the potable water, 30 percent of raw materials, 39 percent of all primary energy generation, 71 percent of electric consumption and produce 39 percent of carbon emissions. Sustainable buildings are conceived with particular emphasis placed on environmental and economic considerations to help minimize these impacts.

In 2004, Texas Instruments (TI) became the first semiconductor manufacturer to comply with Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED) standards when they registered the Richardson, Texas, facility, known as RFAB.

The GEMC is proud to offer a unique opportunity to learn about green facility applications directly from TI's Sustainable Development Manager. . This double session includes a workshop and an exclusive tour of the RFAB facility. More info at: http://www.ti.com/corp/docs/rennerroadfab/gdoverview.shtml

(Maximum 50 people)