FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Attendees relax and converse at a sponsored networking garden.

When and where is the conference?

The 2004 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo will take place November 10-12 at the Oregon Convention Center, Portland, Oregon. The Oregon Convention Center is situated on the banks of the Willamette River at in downtown at 777 N.E. Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd., Portland, Oregon 97232

How do I reserve a hotel room?

Greenbuild can provide you with discounted rates at select hotels in Portland area. To receive discounted rates, you must first register for Greenbuild 2004. For information on these hotels please click here.

How do I get to the Oregon Convention Center?

Greenbuild is encouraging its attendees to use public transportation provided by TriMet. TriMet is the Portland region’s award-winning public transit system, and combines traditional bus service, innovative and expanding Light Rail service, urban streetcar services and specialized needs transportation.

TriMet can connect you anywhere in the Portland-Metro region. To access the TriMet schedules and fares, visit their webpage at www.trimet.org.

Who will attend?

Greenbuild brings the entire industry together: 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.

What is the dress attire for the conference?

Dress is business casual.

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

No, anyone can attend Greenbuild 2004. However, USGBC members receive discounted rates. For your company to become a USGBC member, click here.

How much does it cost to attend the conference?

The cost of attending Greenbuild 2004 will vary based on whether you're a USGBC member, how many days you attend and and which LEED Workshops you choose, among other variables. Tickets can be purchased for the entire conference or for individual events. To see a complete list of prices for Greenbuild 2004, please click here.

Can I use purchase orders or vouchers to pay for the conference?

The use of purchase orders or vouchers to pay for the conference must be approved on a case by case basis.

What are the hours of the conference?

Greenbuild has scheduled events at the Oregon Convention Center from 8am until 10pm Wednesday, November 10 and Thursday, November 11. Scheduled events will end at 12 noon on Friday, November 12. To see a full conference schedule, please click here.

When will the Exhibit Hall be open?

Tuesday, November 9: 5:30pm – 8:00pm
Wednesday, November 10: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Thursday, November 11: 9:30am – 5:00pm
Friday, November 12: 8:00am – 11:00am

Who will present at the conference? What topics are being covered?

There will be educational sessions, master speakers, keynotes, and workshops.