July 19-20, 2007
San Francisco, CA

Enterprise and the Institute for Professional and Executive Development are again cosponsoring the national conference on sustainable affordable homes and communities. The conference brings together developers, designers, housing professionals and public agency staff leading a transformation of affordable housing across the country.

Participate in the only annual national affordable housing and community development symposium on the industry's critical role in advancing sustainable development. Get the latest on how federal, state and local policies are increasingly encouraging - and in some instances requiring - green practices. Learn about the opportunities presented by an emerging market transformation as the public and private sectors begin to recognize green as the new mainstream. See the next frontiers of sustainable development through innovative initiatives, more comprehensive approaches and deeper environmental and economic benefits.

Many affordable housing developers are building green developments for lower income families on a cost effective basis while reaping monetary, marketing, and mission benefits. Most state housing agencies now encourage sustainable development practices in their 2007 Low-Income Housing Tax Credit qualified allocation plans. In some states the practical reality is that incorporating green development is necessary to receive allocations. Renewable energy tax credits and other incentives are being used to finance energy-saving enhancements to housing and community development projects. More capital providers are looking for "triple bottom line" lending and investment opportunities that deliver financial, social and environmental returns
The strategies and benefits of green development at scale extend beyond individual projects into communities, cities and regions.

For more information and online registration, visit Enterprise Corporation.