About the Disciplines

The LEED Series

The LEED Series includes USGBC approved courses for LEED exam preparation and continuing education. 

Sustainable Strategies and Technologies

the Sustainable Strategies and Technologies series focuses on providing education opportunities for the design, construction, and maintenance of sustainable buildings and infrastructure.  Topics covered include stormwater treatment & re-use, natural energy sources, and conservation of energy, as well as many others.

Land Use, Transportation, and Development Practices

This discipline offers education opportunities to address the needs of the development community and covers general design, development, and legal issues. 

NPDES/Erosion Control

This series is formed from a strategic partnership with Georgia’s Environmental Protection Division to provide this education these professionals from both the public and private sector.  The courses have been approved by the Georgia Soils and Water Commission for both Level 1A and 1B recertification.

Outreach Series

This series consists of short presentations that focus on a broad variety of subjects with less depth than the other courses, and typically are one hour or less in length.  These lunch-and-learn programs are generally held during breakfast or lunch sessions. 

Regional Impact Forums

These programs, usually held during and after a luncheon, feature an expert lecturer or panel and are designed to focus on current and topical subjects of significant regional impact.

Business Advisory Group

This panel is comprised of designated professionals from the membership and board of Council for Quality Growth who provide expertise and advice to Council members on a number of business related topics.   The intent is to be a valuable resource to membership businesses who may be facing difficulties in certain areas and need guidance or advice, or who may just need a sounding board for ideas.