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Green Building Kayak Tour, June 27, 6:00-8:00 pm, Pittsburgh, PA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join the Green Building Alliance on the water and take in Pittsburgh’s green buildings from a different vantage point!

Paddle along the Allegheny River, enjoying the natural beauty the waterw

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green Building,Green Building Tour,Kayak Tour

0 replies | 759 views | Posted on: 06/04/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

USGBC Georgia Presents: Women in Green, October 5, 9 - 11 am, Decatur, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Women in Green provides a space for leaders who are shifting the narrative on empowerment, access, and impact. Women in Green gathers female leaders for powerful discussions and networking that remind

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

0 replies | 846 views | Posted on: 09/12/2023 | Last updated: 09/12/2023

A Case Study: Exploring the Interrelationship between Building Enclosure Design, Decarbonization, & Resilience, Online, September 19, 5-6pm CT

by Hani // Social media manager

The Case Study reviews a hypothetical existing residential neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI (climate zone 5A). It examines how the enclosure performance level (existing, code-compliant, or Phius-complian

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 602 views | Posted on: 08/23/2023 | Last updated: 08/23/2023

Accelerating the Net-Zero Transition, a Free GreenBiz Event, Online, September 7

by Hani // Social media manager

GreenBiz Net Zero is an online, collaborative experience that equips you with cutting-edge strategies proven to dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Mobilize your organization's net-zero

California Green Building

0 replies | 1012 views | Posted on: 08/04/2023 | Last updated: 08/07/2023

Building Energy Exchange Owner-Operator Series – Lighting Upgrades, August 1, 8:30 am, University City, MO

by samanthaklein // Intern

Do you own or operate buildings? Would you like to implement more energy efficiency and high performance building strategies? Join the Building Energy Exchange-St. Louis (BE-Ex STL) at their 2023 Owne

Filed under: Events

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Lighting,Technology,Light Control System

0 replies | 694 views | Posted on: 07/13/2023 | Last updated: 07/13/2023

Free Webinar: New Carbon Index & Other Exciting Growth in the Home Energy Rating Industry, July 26, 12-1 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Exciting growth has been happening in the home energy rating industry over the past several years. Resnet has seen a 129 percent increase in Hers Ratings submitted to its National Buildings Registry s

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 662 views | Posted on: 06/23/2023 | Last updated: 06/23/2023

2023 Water Conservation Showcase: Hands-on Drip Irrigation Workshop, June 27, Walnut Creek, California

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this workshop, participants will convert sprinkler zones to the most efficient irrigation available - drip. Sprinkler to drip conversions are commonly performed by landscape professionals in t

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Farming,Nature Conservation,Sustainable Agriculture,Landscape

0 replies | 673 views | Posted on: 06/07/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Building Science Fundamentals with Building Science Corporation, 4 Live Virtual Sessions, June 13, 15, 20 & 22

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Building Science Fundamentals is a live virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. Our past registra

0 replies | 938 views | Posted on: 05/23/2023 | Last updated: 05/23/2023

6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

by Amelie Alice // 4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

The 6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering (MATERIALS 2024) is a premier event for researchers, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, and academicians in

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 641 views | Posted on: 05/04/2023 | Last updated: 05/04/2023

Air Tight Open House / EarthCraft Council Event, May 18, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Come learn about the #1920sMakeoverATL Deep Energy Retorfit, the first passive house renovation in Georgia, at this open house for green builders ans builders! Key vendors will be on ha

People's Tiny House Festival, August 2-4, Fountain, CO

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Save the Date!
More Information Coming Soon!
2019 People's Tiny House Festival, Fountain CO

The People's Tiny House Festival is An Event Dedicated To Engaging All Stacks Of Simple Li



Filed under: Tiny Houses

Tiny Houses

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 1385 views | Posted on: 07/15/2019 | Last updated: 07/15/2019

Responsible Commercial Real Estate Management Leadership Panel, August 1, Charlotte, NC

by Gina Pryciak // Student

"The green revolution represents opportunities for companies to position themselves strategically and gain a competitive advantage. Indeed, green buildings are likely to secure more development f

Keywords: Green Building,Real Estate,Commercial Real Estate,Green Real Estate

0 replies | 801 views | Posted on: 06/25/2019 | Last updated: 06/25/2019

GreenerBuilder San Francisco, July 25, 8:00am-6:30pm, San Francisco, CA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

GreenerBuilder is a one-day conference and expo for green building professionals. The annual event unites all of the key players in greening Northern California’s built environment–includi

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Architecture,Sustainability,Zero Waste,built environment

0 replies | 1210 views | Posted on: 06/11/2019 | Last updated: 06/11/2019

Stand Up For Solar Lobby Day at the State House, Tuesday April 7, 2015

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Stand Up for Solar! Lobby Day at the State House Sponsored by American Lung Association of the Northeast, Better Future Project, Clean Water Action, Climate Action Now, Environment Massachusetts, …

pond liners

by Miranda P. // Homeowner

I am looking for earth-friendly products for lining a backyard pond.  In particular, I'd love to know whether eco intelligent polyester can be used to underlay a standard EPDM pond liner. &nb

Filed under: Exterior Improvements

Related to: Products,Landscaping and Land Management,Other

0 replies | 725 views | Posted on: 05/14/2019 | Last updated: 02/10/2023

Grid Modernization Forum, May 20-22, Chicago, IL

by AbbieKnight

The 4th Annual Grid Modernization Forum, May 20-22, 2019 in Chicago, closely examines lessons learned to date by industry leaders pushing the fronters of grid modernization and reliability. As in prev

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Grid Modernization

0 replies | 1223 views | Posted on: 04/11/2019 | Last updated: 04/11/2019

Cx Energy 2019 Conference & Expo, April 15-18 in Orlando, FL

by AbbieKnight

CxEnergy 2019 is a conference for building commissioning, energy management, and test & balance professionals. The event includes educational sessions on wide range of topics relating to commissio

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Building Commissioning,Energy Management

0 replies | 1001 views | Posted on: 03/21/2019 | Last updated: 03/21/2019

Former Massachusetts Coal-Fired Power Plant Now Solar Farm

by AbbieKnight

The Mount Tom Station coal-fired power plant was run in Holyoke, MA for more than 50 years. The plant generated energy for the city, but was also held accountable for resident’s health problems.

Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Solar Energy,Solar Power

0 replies | 8262 views | Posted on: 02/21/2019 | Last updated: 02/11/2023

The Bullitt Center - Rate It Green's first Green Building of the Week!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Announcing Rate It Green’s first “Green Building of the Week,” the Bullitt Center in Seattle, Washington, a showcase building and leadership example to inspire and educate everyone in the green …

Filed under: Green Building of the Week

Keywords: Green Building,Commercial Real Estate,Green Office Space,The Bullitt Center,The Bullitt Foundation

0 replies | 1310 views | Posted on: 11/09/2015 | Last updated: 11/09/2015

National Healthy Housing Standard - National Center for Healthy Housing

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

Did you know that regulations and industry practices affecting existing owner-occupied and rental housing have not kept up with knowledge about housing related disease and prevention of disease and in…

Filed under: Information and Resources

0 replies | 917 views | Posted on: 10/13/2015 | Last updated: 10/13/2015

Restoring Water Cycles to Reverse Global Warming, A Conference at Tufts, October 16-18

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Restoring Water Cycles to Reverse Global Warming Even with elevated greenhouse gases in the atmosphere, water can cool the biosphere and address destructive feedbacks in the climate system. Frid…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 549 views | Posted on: 09/24/2015 | Last updated: 09/24/2015

Free Webinar: Circular economy in supply chains: what’s in it for me? September 8, 10am GMT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

A little early for US friends, but good for folks across the pond: Ethical Corporation Presents: Circular economy in supply chains: what’s in it for me? Tuesday 8th September 10am GMT Join …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Supply Chain,Circular Economy

0 replies | 998 views | Posted on: 09/02/2015 | Last updated: 09/02/2015

Armstrong vinyl plank flooring

by Steven_Spicer

I looked on the site to see if I could find any reviews for floor paneling or tiling manufacturers offering a reasonable level of effort to create sustainable products for the cost and environmentally…

Filed under: Flooring

Keywords: Certification,Flooring,Armstrong,Vinyl Flooring

0 replies | 1809 views | Posted on: 08/04/2015 | Last updated: 08/04/2015

2015 Annual ReLeaf Conference in Syracuse, NY

by Chelsea W. // Student

Date: July 16-18, 2015 Location: SUNY College of Environmental Science and Forestry in Syracuse, New York The NYS Urban Forestry Council is pleased to present the 23rd Annual ReLeaf Conference! T…

Filed under: New York

Related to: Safety,Trade Shows and Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: New York Events,Forestry

0 replies | 1287 views | Posted on: 06/30/2015 | Last updated: 06/30/2015

Zero Waste and Recycling: How Companies Manage Green Messaging June 16th, 1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Zero Waste and Recycling: How Companies Manage Green Messaging, June 16th, 1 pm ET Internal systems, industry or consensus standards, supply-chain sustainability valuations and third-party verifica…

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 550 views | Posted on: 06/16/2015 | Last updated: 06/16/2015

 

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