We bring together stakeholders to improve competencies in our region and facilitate connections between qualified builders/designers and facilities needing energy services.
BOC and GPRO are certificate training programs that teaches the people who build, renovate and operate buildings how to integrate high-performance practices into their everyday work.
Online & On-Site Training Options
In addition to in-person scheduled trainings, we offer online and private, on-site training to organizations with a minimum number of course participants. Email Executive Director, Malachi Rein, to learn more: malachi@be-exstl.org
BOC Training is the leading training and certification program for building engineers and maintenance personnel. BOC training includes nearly 74 hours of classroom and project work in building systems operations and maintenance.
Graduates gain skills to make their buildings more comfortable, efficient and environmentally friendly. Training of building operators can be tied to energy savings. Utility rebates may be available for tuition.
According to the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council’s evaluations of the Building Operator Certification training, attendees that use energy-efficient procedures and tools learned in the class can save 100,500 kilowatt hours and 1,400 therms annually (BOC).
How can you make the construction process more sustainable from start to finish? You’ll learn about sustainability best practices and leave with actionable strategies for every phase of construction.
Ideal for a range of construction professionals, including:
– Construction managers & general contractors
– Experienced tradespersons & trade forepersons
– Owner’s representatives
– Project managers & site superintendents
– Estimators & other office personnel
– Students & apprentices in construction fields
8-hour training that is taught live, in-person or remotely plus a 30-question multiple choice exam.
*BONUS: You’ll gain access to short on-demand courses on topics like construction waste management, energy code inspections, systems commissioning and more.
GPRO CM qualifies for 7 AIA, 7 GBCI and 7 PDH credits.
GPRO Construction Management Certificate (upon passing a 30-question multiple choice exam)
This training qualifies under LEED Pilot Credit 81 which allows projects to achieve a LEED point by training personnel on the project team.
Interested in a career in sustainability and the building industry, but not sure where to start? You’ll walk away with a new understanding of the field and how to assess which pathway may be right for you.
Ideal for anyone entering the workforce and interested in exploring careers in the green building industry, including:
– New workers or workers looking to pivot to a new area
– Students from Career Technical Schools
– Individuals participating in workforce development programs
– Students interested in entering the building or construction industry
3-hour training that is taught live, in-person or remotely plus a 25-question multiple choice exam.
GPRO is a certificate training program that teaches the people who build, renovate and operate buildings how to integrate high-performance practices into their everyday work. Working with unions, educational institutions, USGBC chapters, nonprofits, workforce development groups, and construction and real estate firms throughout North America, we’ve trained over 26,000 building professionals to date.
Interested in a career in sustainability and the building industry, but not sure where to start? You’ll walk away with a new understanding of the field and how to assess which pathway may be right for you.
Want a better understanding of what makes a building efficient, healthy and resilient? You’ll walk away with a new understanding of the built environment and the incredible difference that small changes can make.
How do we reduce building energy use while improving tenant comfort and health? You’ll learn how to operate your building better and leave class with actionable strategies that are specific to your building.
How can you make the construction process more sustainable from start to finish? You’ll learn about sustainability best practices and leave with actionable strategies for every phase of construction.
