Miami Beach Convention Center
Here are some exciting events that are coming soon:
June 10-12, 2010: Smith & Fong and Richlite to Exhibit at AIA Expo2010 in Miami Beach
Smith & Fong’s products are the perfect fit this chic, tropical setting, where the company will be showcasing its stunning Durapalm® coconut palm and Plyboo® bamboo lines of flooring, plywood and paneling. The new Sideways® line of domestically sourced, FSC certified click-lock flooring will also be on display. Richlite, the leading manufacturer of paper composite surfaces will be showcasing its unique Cascade® line of FSC-Certified panels and slabs, which feature a solid colored top and bottom with contrasting, multi-colored layers in between. The best part about the Cascade line is that it is fully customizable, which allows for endless design possibilities.
The Alterna team will be staffing the Smith & Fong and Richlite booths (975 and 973 respectively) and available to answer any questions about the products.
Learn more about Expo2010.
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January 20, 2010: Alterna to Provide AIA CEU Course on Bamboo at USGBC Miami Branch Meeting
At the January 2010 monthly member meeting of the Miami-Dade and Keys Branch of the South Florida Chapter of the USGBC, Nick Gunia, LEED AP, and President of Alterna Corp., will present a program entitled "Bamboo in a Green Design Environment.” This program is registered with the AIA Continuing Education Systems (CES) for continuing professional education. Credit earned on completion of this program will be reported to CES for AIA members. Certificates of completion for non-AIA members are available upon request.
After completion of this educational program on bamboo, participants will be able to:
- 1) Develop an understanding of growing, harvesting and manufacturing with bamboo;
- 2) Recognize the process that contributes to a quality bamboo product;
- 3) Understand how bamboo from different manufacturers may contribute to a variety of LEED credits in a certified building; and
- 4) Write CSI standard specifications to ensure the quality and sustainability of bamboo used in the project.
WHERE: University of Miami School of Architecture (Stanley and Jewell Glasgow Lecture Hall)
WHEN: 6:30 p.m.
Nick Gunia is a longstanding leader in the South Florida green building community and the Immediate Past Chair of the Miami-Dade & Keys Branch of the South Florida Chapter of the USGBC. For more information about USGBC events in South Florida, click here.
NOTE: To coordinate this AIA CEU course on bamboo for your architecture or interior design firm, please contact us 
Link: Learn More 
September 14th - 15th: Miami Beach Convention Center, FL.
Alterna Launches Fluid Faucets at Hospitality Design (HD) Boutique on Miami Beach
For the third consecutive year, Alterna Corp. will exhibit at the HD Boutique Exposition and Conference. This year, Alterna will feature its newest line of water conservation products, Fluid Faucets, in addition to its existing product lines of Caroma dual flush toilets and 
Smith & Fong’s Plyboo® bamboo and Durapalm® coconut palm flooring, architectural plywood and paneling. Alterna is thrilled to welcome the Fluid line into its portfolio of “best of class” products. Come visit the Alterna team at booth number 2321, and learn more about this new line of high efficiency, high style faucets, shower systems and accessories.
August 11th – 14th: FAHRO, Destin, FL.
Alterna Corp is pleased to announce that they will be exhibiting at the Florida Association of Housing & Redevelopment Officials (FAHRO) 2009 Annual Convention and Trade Show scheduled to take place August 11-14th at the Sandestin Golf and Beach Resort in Destin, Florida. Alterna will be exhibiting their water conservation products and will highlight products like the Caroma Sydney Smart, the most water efficient toilet in the world. The Sydney Smart only uses 0.8 gallons per flush on the half flush and 1.28 gallons per flush on the full flush. According to Alterna Vice President Mark Gunia, “Caroma’s dual flush toilets have helped Florida’s Housing Authorities conserve water, be more sustainable and save money on water bills. We look forward to demonstrating these savings and meeting new housing authorities at the FAHRO show.”
FAHRO was established nearly 70 years ago as a means of exchanging information for the purpose of improving low income and affordable housing and community services. Since then, FAHRO has grown to represent more than 200 housing agencies, community development agencies, and associate members who work together to ensure that all of Florida’s citizens have clean, safe, and sanitary housing. For more information, please visit www.fahro.org >>
June 11th + 12th, 2009: MIA Green, Miami Beach, FL.
Join the Alterna team at the MIA Green Expo and Conference, at the Miami Beach Convention Center. Come visit us at booth #827, see our famous toilet flushing demonstration, and check out our new products!
April 28th, 2009: Green Product Expo, Savannah, GA
Alterna looks forward to exhibiting at this event hosted by the Savannah chapter of the USGBC.
April 19th: EarthFest 2009, Key Biscayne, Miami, FL.
Alterna joins in this celebration of Earth Day 2009, to take place at the Crandon Park Visitors & Biscayne Nature Center.
EarthFest 2009 will take place on Sunday, April 19th from 11am – 8pm. Come join us! Learn More >>
April 7-8th, 2009: Gateway to Green, Miami, FL
Alterna is proud to be a bronze sponsor and exhibitor at Miami Mayor Manny Diaz’ inaugural Green Vendor Fair, to be held at Jungle Island. The City of Miami will be demonstrating its commitment to green building by hosting its first annual Gateway to Green at Jungle Island event. Alterna will join hundreds of building professionals coming together to connect with sustainable building products and services, green industry experts, and influential leaders in the community. With over 50 exhibitors, educational presentations and matchmaking opportunities, Gateway to Green is sure to lead Miami into a revolutionary green building movement. Learn More >>
March 24-25th, 2009: Southern Bath & Kitchen “Showtime”
An exclusive event for suppliers of Southern Bath & Kitchen. Alterna is proud to be included. Southern Pipe and Supply is one of the nation’s largest privately held, independent wholesalers of plumbing and heating and air-conditioning materials.
March 25-26th, 2009: Greenprints 2009, Atlanta, GA
Learn about Green Cities and Sustainable Communities in this important Atlanta green building event. Plan now to attend the region’s most acclaimed event of its kind, the Greenprints Conference and Tradeshow, hosted by the Georgia Environmental Facilities Authority and Southface. More Details >>
March 28th, 2009: GLEE Expo, Florida Keys, FL
Green Living & Energy Education (GLEE), Alterna’s southernmost show. A free-to-the-public event providing exhibits, networking and education for practical solutions to sustainable living. Exhibits and workshops will address water and energy conservation, renewable energy, and green building, all of which lead to healthier lifestyles, reduced business costs, improve our communities and make a healthier planet. Learn More >>
March 4, 2009: South Florida Green Lodging Workshop, Miami Beach, FL
Alterna is proud to sponsor this afternoon workshop for hospitality owners, operators and management interested in the Florida Green Lodging Program.
Attend this educational seminar which is free.
July 30 – August 2: Alterna to Exhibit at the Southeast Building Conference (SEBC)/GreenTrends Show and Conference
Alterna is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at the Southeast Building Conference (SEBC)/GreenTrends exposition and conference at Orange County’s Convention Center in Orlando, Florida. The SEBC is the South’s largest regional building industry trade exposition and educational event. Now in its 30th year, the SEBC is presented by the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA, www.fhba.com) while GreenTrends is the annual trade show and conference of the Florida Green Building Coalition (FGBC, www.floridagreenbuilding.org). This year’s theme is "Knowledge Is Power" and reflects the SEBC/GreenTrends’ commitment to present the very best in education during a challenging time when everyone in the construction industry must be at their professional best.
At the show, Alterna will be featuring Caroma’s dual flush toilets, high efficiency urinals and beautiful sinks, Smith and Fong’s bamboo and coconut palm flooring and plywood materials and Sustainable Solutions International’s high efficiency faucets and showerhead systems.
June 30: Caroma to Sponsor USGBC Seminar on Miami-Dade Water Conservation Ordinance
Miami-Dade County recently passed an important ordinance that will require high efficiency plumbing fixtures for all new construction, both residential and commercial. On June 30th, the Miami Branch of the South Florida Chapter of the U.S. Green Building Council will be offering a seminar about the implications of the ordinance. The seminar is highly recommended for architects, designers, engineers, contractors, plumbing industry professionals and anyone interested in water conservation. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn about the details of the ordinance from Maribel Balbin, the Director of Water Conservation for the Miami-Dade Water and Sewer Department. The event is sponsored in part by Caroma USA.
