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First Net-Zero School In Massachusetts, August 23, 12:30-5:00pm, Cambridge, MA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join NESEA for a tour of a new high performance campus in Cambridge. This project is designed to be the first net zero emissions school in Massachusetts and the largest net zero emissions building in

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Green Schools,Net zero

0 replies | 1359 views | Posted on: 07/12/2019 | Last updated: 07/12/2019

Free PG&E Webinar: Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) Site Analysis and Installation, December 11, 9 am PT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This is intermediate class for anyone interested in understanding the specific issues associated with PV site analysis and system sizing. It focuses on design, installation and support. The objective

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Solar Energy,Energy Storage,Technology,Energy Storage Systems

0 replies | 532 views | Posted on: 11/17/2023 | Last updated: 11/17/2023

Free Webinar: Climate Connections: A Business Webinar Series, November 28, 1-2pm

by Hani // Social media manager

ClimateWork Maine brings you a series of webinars all designed to help your business design, implement, promote, or fund environmental and energy projects and plans.

An expert crew of sustainabilit

0 replies | 482 views | Posted on: 11/03/2023 | Last updated: 11/03/2023

Sustainable Facilities Forum, May 9, Sacramento, California

by Jonathan // Sustainability Coordinator

Join us for the 2024 Forum where once again we will be highlighting strategies, best practices and technologies behind successful public sector facility projects.

 

Keynote speakers include

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently: Staging Home Electrification Projects, October 30, 12-1:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Long-term planning is essential when it comes to most whole-home electrification journeys. By taking into consideration a customer’s long-term needs alongside their immediate needs, you can help

California Green Building

0 replies | 442 views | Posted on: 10/04/2023 | Last updated: 10/04/2023

High-Performance Building for Carpenters, 4-Part in-person course, October 19 - November 9, Newton, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This in-person training  in Newtonm Massachusetts teaches carpenters how to apply fundamental building skills to high-performance construction projects. Topics focus on the four layers of a high-

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 664 views | Posted on: 09/18/2023 | Last updated: 09/18/2023

Heat Pumps 101, a Free Hybrid Event, Online and in Person in New Haven, CT, September 19. 6 - 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

You may have heard about heat pumps, a rapidly spreading technology that can both heat and cool your home. Whether you need to replace or supplement your current system, or just want to start planning

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 643 views | Posted on: 09/01/2023 | Last updated: 09/01/2023

The WELL Summit, September 25 - 26, Washington, DC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Demand is rising for health leadership. Calls for healthier workplaces are coming from the ground floor and the trading floor alike. Organizations that put the health of their customers and employees

0 replies | 1029 views | Posted on: 08/15/2023 | Last updated: 08/15/2023

Building Tour: Net-Zero Yeti Cooler House, August 11, 3:30 - 5:30 pm, Glenwood Springs, Colorado

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Tour a unique and sustainable home inspired by a cooler... simple, airtight and insulative! This building tour will showcase a net zero, all-electric, high performance build in a climate with high hea

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 788 views | Posted on: 07/25/2023 | Last updated: 07/25/2023

Sustainable Opportunity: Echoing Green, Fellowship Applications are Now Open

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Echoing Green offers a full-time, two-year Fellowship aimed at supporting social impact leaders by connecting them with the tools, resources, and communities they need to bring their ideas to lif

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 1284 views | Posted on: 09/25/2019 | Last updated: 09/25/2019

Clean Energy-Powered Affordable Housing Startup in Chicago: 548 Capital LLC

by AbbieKnight

Robert "A.J." Patton and Erica Johnson, childhood friends who grew up in low-income communities, recently launched 548 Capital LLC, a company that aims to provide better quality and mor

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Energy Efficiency,Solar

0 replies | 6950 views | Posted on: 09/08/2019 | Last updated: 02/08/2023

Great American Tiny House Show, September 14-15, Raleigh, NC

by Gina Pryciak // Student

On display will be Tiny Homes, Container Homes, Modular Homes and Portable Structures. Additional exhibits will include building equipment, tools, supplies, real estate brokers, accessories, trav

Filed under: Tiny Houses

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 1174 views | Posted on: 08/07/2019 | Last updated: 08/07/2019

USGBC Build it Better - Jersey, City, 2019, September 12, Liberty House, Jersey City, New Jersey

by MVillere

This is USGBC's premier, signature event for the Middle Atlantic and New England Regions hosted at Liberty House in Jersey City, NJ in a beautiful ballroom with a spectacular view of NYC

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 2114 views | Posted on: 07/24/2019 | Last updated: 08/02/2019

Oil Change Interntaional Petition: Tell President Obama to Keep Shell Oil out of the Arctic

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Petition: Stop Arctic Drilling! "We call on the Obama Administration to make the Arctic Ocean off limits to Big Oil. In order to tackle climate change we must leave carbon underground -- not let fo…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Keywords: Environment,Arctic Drilling,Shell Oil,Pollution,Oil

0 replies | 1058 views | Posted on: 07/29/2015 | Last updated: 07/29/2015

LEED Tour – Indianapolis Public Library, East Washington branch, July 25, Indianapolis, IN

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join USGBC Indiana for a tour of the LEED v4 Certified Indianapolis Public Library, East Washington branch. This event will engage attendees with a tour of the library and will highlight specific gree

Keywords: Green Building,LEED Building Tour

0 replies | 963 views | Posted on: 06/25/2019 | Last updated: 06/25/2019

Net Zero Energy Buildings Webinar, Mass Climate Action Network (MCAN), June 19, 7-8pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Mass Climate Action (MCAN) on Wednesday, June 19th for a Net Zero Buildings webinar. Learn everything you need to know about why getting buildings to Net Zero is a huge part of the clim

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 777 views | Posted on: 06/11/2019 | Last updated: 06/11/2019

Achieving Green and Healthy Homes, June 20, 3:30-5:30pm, Pittsburgh, PA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

CCI Presents the “Stepping Up” Speaker Series event – Achieving Green and Healthy Homes: Housing as a Key Social Determinant of Health—How to Fix It!

Through lead, radon, mo

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green Homes,Healthy Homes

0 replies | 783 views | Posted on: 06/04/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

Sota Construction HQ Tour and Happy Hour, May 21, Bellevue, PA

by AbbieKnight

OTA CONSTRUCTION CORPORATE OFFICES

Sota Construction’s corporate offices is Western PA’s first LEED Platinum NC (New Construction), and holds two AIA Pittsburgh Design Awards for sustai

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green Building Tour,LEED Platinum

0 replies | 964 views | Posted on: 05/14/2019 | Last updated: 05/14/2019

Greater Philly Passive House Association (GPPHA) Monthly Meeting - February 10 6:15 - 8:15 pm

by btfalcon71 // Architect, Sustainable Design Professional

Greater Philly Passive House Association (GPPHA) Monthly Meeting Next Meeting: February 10, 6:15 pm When: Second Wednesday every month, 6:15 - 8:15PM Where: IEI Group offices, 428 N. 2nd St. Phi…

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Passive House

0 replies | 989 views | Posted on: 02/05/2016 | Last updated: 02/05/2016

How Do We Save The World From Environmental Catastrophe?

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

Humans should leverage the motives of profit to save the planet. That’s what Rick Fedrizzi, the CEO and founding chair of the USGBC, which developed the most widely used green building rating system…

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

0 replies | 544 views | Posted on: 01/23/2016 | Last updated: 01/23/2016

Stores Phase Out Flame Retardant Furniture - Chemicals Linked to Cancer, Obesity and Low IQ

by Stella Ng'oma // Green building enthusiast

Stores are phasing out flame retardant furniture as 97% of Americans are said to be living with toxic chemicals in their bodies. It is shocking to learn that most of the furniture that has been use…

Filed under: Furniture

Keywords: Flame Retardants,Toxicity,Furniture

0 replies | 1051 views | Posted on: 12/03/2015 | Last updated: 12/03/2015

Energy Day of Action at the State House: November 10th- Starts at 10 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Energy Day of Action: November 10 November 10 is a critical day in our fight to ensure our elected officials move us toward a clean and just energy economy. On the 10th, a bill proposing to give…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Environment,Pipeline,Kinder Morgan,Toxics Action Network

0 replies | 836 views | Posted on: 11/05/2015 | Last updated: 11/05/2015

The Debate Over Foam

by NobleHome // Affordable, passive solar, easy to build kit houses

Since Noble Home's inception we've been using foam-insulated SIPs to build the shell of our homes. This has always been a compromise, since foam isn't as environmentally friendly as we'd like and ther…

Filed under: Insulation

Related to: Insulation

Keywords: Insulation,Foam,SIPs

0 replies | 1963 views | Posted on: 10/13/2015 | Last updated: 10/13/2015

Cleaning companies embrace environmental, health and wellness compliance

by Jason L. // LEED AP O+M

Did you know there are sustainability related certifications for cleaning companies who adopt standardized products, tools and science-based processes? Although a prerequisite for LEED criteria under…

Filed under: Cleaning Services - Commercial

0 replies | 1105 views | Posted on: 09/24/2015 | Last updated: 09/24/2015

Webinar Series: Understanding the Living Building Challenge - Sept 22, 24, 29, and Oct 1 (Fee)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

An in-depth introduction to the Living Building Challenge ideology and certificate process. Attendees are the green building leaders in their community: design professionals, contractors, developers, …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Green Building,Living Future

0 replies | 822 views | Posted on: 09/02/2015 | Last updated: 09/02/2015

 

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