Financing the Future: Unlocking Value Through Green Building in Idaho
Cushing Terrell Boise Office
800 W Main St, Suite 800
Boise, Idaho
Wednesday, December 9, 2026
8:30 AM - 11:30 AM Mountain Time
Unlock the financial power of building green. Recent legislation and the expanding climate economy are creating unprecedented opportunities to secure capital and maximize returns on sustainable projects. As climate impacts reshape real estate markets, assets that lack resilience and carbon reduction strategies risk becoming stranded.
LEED v5 is a cornerstone for ESG reporting and green finance—helping organizations cut emissions, improve efficiency, and deliver healthier, more equitable spaces. Certified buildings not only address climate change but also strengthen resilience and market value.
Join USGBC Idaho to explore sustainable finance solutions and tools that support your climate goals, enhance ESG performance, and increase revenue. Gain the knowledge to protect your portfolio and position your investments to thrive in a low-carbon economy.
GBCI Continuing Education Hours:
2.5 Hours
AIA Hours:
2.5 LU
What to Expect
Leading Edge Education
Earn CE credit and learn from exclusive content
Peer-to-Peer Engagement
Network with our ever-growing green building audience
Scalable Solutions
Real-world case studies and GBCI tools in action
Speakers
See the full agenda with speakers, descriptions and continuing education information.
Tim Johnson
Kathleen O'Neil, PMP
Lindsay Watkins, WELL AP, LEED Green Associate
Charlie Woodruff
Agenda at a Glance
- 8:30 AMCoffee and Networking
- 9:00 AMUSGBC Welcome
- 9:15 AMCushing Terrell Sustainable Design
- 9:45 AMCircular Economy Trends
- 10:00 AMC-PACE in Idaho
- 10:45 AMGroup Discussion
- 11:00 AMClosing and Networking
- 11:30 AMAdjourn
Special student and emerging professional rates available.
Sponsorship
Reach an engaged audience of green building professionals by signing on as a sponsor.
Benefits vary by level and can include speaking opportunities, exclusive branding and more.
Contact cwoodruff@usgbc.org with questions.
Thank you to our sponsor
About USGBC's Transformation Forums
USGBC’s Transformation Forums convene industry leaders, practitioners, and sustainability professionals to learn and engage around specific, locally relevant topics. Built around growing connections and green building education, forum models adapt to meet audience needs and inspire action. Check out our calendar on usgbc.org to see our upcoming forums nationwide.