Greenbuild FAQs

Where is Greenbuild 2011 being held?

Greenbuild 2011 will be held in Toronto, Canada, October 4-7, 2011, at the Metro Toronto Convention Centre located at 255 Front Street West Toronto, Ontario M5V 2W6

When will the call for proposals open for Greenbuild 2011?

The call for proposals for Greenbuild 2011 opened on-site at Greenbuild 2010 and closed on January 18, 2011. A team of peer reviewers from diverse industries is currently reviewing each session that's been submitted and will select the top submissions to be presented at Greenbuild.

What dates and times will the Greenbuild exhibit hall floor be open?

The exhibit hall will be open during the following times:

• Wednesday, October 5: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
• Thursday, October 6: 9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.

What is the appropriate attire for Greenbuild?

The conference is business casual. Special events such as the Leadership Awards is business.

May I have access to the list of attendees or the list of exhibitors?

As a courtesy to our attendees we do not release our registration list. If you would like information about any of our exhibitors, please visit the exhibitor page.

Who will attend Greenbuild?

Greenbuild attracts professionals from all aspects of the building industry. Architects, building owners, code officials, contractors, developers, educators, engineers, facility managers, financial service providers, government agencies, green power providers, home builders, interior designers, landscape architects, nonprofit organizations, product manufacturers, schools, universities, students, and urban planners will all be at the conference to share ideas and promote greener building.

Do you have to be a USGBC member to attend the conference?

No, anyone can attend Greenbuild 2011. However, USGBC members will receive discounted rates. Learn more about becoming a member.

What’s included in Greenbuild’s Program?

Greenbuild includes over 100 educational sessions featuring world renowned speakers, LEED workshops, off-site educational sessions, and Green Building tours of local sites. Past speakers include Ret. Gen. Colin Powell, Archbishop Desmond Tutu, President Bill Clinton, Paul Hawken and David Suzuki.

What are the dates and locations of future Greenbuild shows?

2012 – San Francisco
Nov. 14-16, 2012

2013 – Philadelphia
Nov. 20-22, 2013

2014 – New Orleans
Nov. 8-10, 2014

2015 – Washington, D.C.
Nov. 18-22, 2015

What is the cancellation policy?

All cancellations, changes, and substitution requests must be made in writing and sent to support@register.greenbuildexpo.org prior to September 15, 2011. Cancellations received on or before September 15, 2011 will be refunded 80% of all fees paid. After September 15, 2011 no refunds will be made for any cancellations or no-shows (this includes conference registration, exhibit hall, workshops or optional events). Substitutions may be made without penalty.