How long is the learning curve? What kind of training is available?
The strength of the Green Globes system is that it is written in plain language so it’s easy for beginners as well as experienced practitioners to be up and running in minutes. The system is questionnaire-driven. At each stage of the design process, users are walked through a logical sequence of questions that guide their next steps and provide guidance for integrating important elements of sustainability. Answers consist of a combination of yes/no, multiple choice, data insertion, or non-applicable. Initial questionnaires are guidance driven and become more detailed as you progress through the design process, culminating in the data-driven construction documents questionnaire, which is the basis for the final rating. Once each questionnaire is complete, the system automatically generates a report written in lay terms with suggestions for improvement and helpful supplementary links and information. Users can increase their comfort level with the Green Globes tool by participating in “w
