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Webinar: How Can We Make Net Zero the Norm? USGBC National Capital Region, March 31
An open roundtable to discuss what it's going to take to make net zero construction and operation the norm.
Net zero construction and operation of buildings have quickly become a crit
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WasteBuild Zero 2023, Amsterdam, Netherlands, May 11 -12
WasteBuild Zero is a 2-day event that unites the built environment to showcase the latest materials, techniques, solutions and innovators that are helping to deliver low carbon and circular constructi
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Virtual ESG Event: Building an Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Framework, April 18, 1-4 pm
Sustainability has become a household word and used very freely in today’s business world. What does it mean for your company? Do you have Environmental, social, governance (ESG) policies that h
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The evening stroll around downtown New Haven to see a wide range of outdoor lighting and become knowledgeable observers of lighting quality and equity.
Thoughtfully designed and regularly maintaine
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In this class they will focus on practical tools and techniques that can be used to identify and assess retrocommissioning opportunities in existing buildings. These techniques can also be applied to
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Free Green Building Webinar: HSW Considerations for Large Vertical Openings, March 15, 12-1pm EDT
In this one-hour course, we’ll discuss flexible spaces that use large, vertical openings and their designs and customizations that can contribute to health, safety, and welfare of the building o
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Are you wrapping up Pre-Cert and want a better idea of what’s next? Curious on what’s really in store with Phius projects? Prepare Thyself!
Presenters from Eco Achievers will
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ESG Innovators in Real Estate, A Free Online ULI (Urban Land Institute) Event, February 2, 1 pm EST
What innovative technologies and services are driving sustainability in the real estate sector? The industry is in a state of continuous innovation to evolve with the growing standards of building per
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In this webinar, you will learn about the strategic partnerships used by state and local governments to meet ambitious climate and energy goals through utility-scale solar investments.
Webinar: GreenCE: Sustainable Hand Dryer Solutions, June 11, 12pm
This course will discuss how hand dryers have evolved from the first generation of hand dryers to the efficient, hygienic wave of the present and future. Examining the newest features available,
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Radio BE-Ex: New York's Path to Decarbonization Webcast with Janet Joseph, May 21, 1-2 PM EST
New York State has one of the most progressive climate action plans in the country– a commitment to 100 percent carbon free electricity by 2040, and carbon neutrality across all sectors of the e
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USGBC Virtual Town Hall Executive Meeting: Hosted by USGBC Florida, Monday, May 11 9-11 am
A lot has changed over the past few weeks that is impacting our daily lives, but one thing has not: sustainability and resiliency are still at the core of building healthy, efficient and equitable bui
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When designing a restroom or other space, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that function, appeal to the senses, and contribute to green building initiatives. In
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Global Green Development Goals: The Need For Sustainable Cities
There is a direct correlation between climate change and buildings, according to the World Green Building Council (WGBC) CEO Terri Willis. With the increasing incidence of dangerous climatic events su
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(Now Online!) Building Tech Forum 2020: Roadmap to 2050, April 29, Boston, MA
COVID-19 Update from Built Environment Plus / USGBC MA
Location: Remote Web Conference
Date: Wednesday, April 29th, 2020 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM (EDT)
** In response to the increasing spread o
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USGBC Arizona: March into Spring, March 19, Phoenix, AZ
Join the U.S. Green Building Council Arizona for an evening of networking and brainstorming.
USGBC's mission is to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated,
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Webinar - Rethink Water Heating, Tuesday, February 25, 12- 1pm EST
The challenge for plumbing design professionals is finding the right balance between performance and efficiency in water heating systems. A review of pluming code requirements and insights into specif
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Conquering the Energy Code for Architects & Engineers - Residential February 3, 9am - 5pm Urban Green Council - Manhattan 55 Broad Street, 9th Floor - Blue Room New York, NY The new Energy Code…
U.S. Building Sector Emissions Down Again!
The 2030 Challenge, which initially began in 2005, is ALL about lowering U.S. building sector energy consumption so that by the year 2030, all buildings/developments/renovations will be carbon neutral…
Passive House Massachusetts Meeting - "One Year in a Passive House"- Dec 13, 6:30 pm, Boston
Passive House Massachusetts: One Year in a Passive House! December 13, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 8 PM BSA Space 290 Congress Street, Suite 200 Boston What’s it like to live in a passive house? …
Modern Framing Techniques that Work - Webinar, 11/30 - 1-2 pm
Modern Framing Techniques that Work Wednesday, November 30 1–2 pm Central Free to view, pay $95 for credit PRESENTER John Stephany Madison Area Technical College Are you a skeptic when…
UGC Forum: Achieving the Carbon Challenge for Hospitals (Nov.7/6-8pm/77 Water St.)
Join Urban Green Council for Achieving the NYC Carbon Challenge for hospitals. The NYC Carbon Challenge is a groundbreaking public-private partnership between the City of New York and private and i…
Lessons of Climate Resilience in New York City The Earth Institute at Columbia University Wednesday, October 19, 6 - 7:15 PM Low Library 535 W. 116 St. New York, NY 10027 Hurricane Sandy was…
Passive House & Prefabricated Homes: The Way Forward?
With evolving building standards, certifications and processes, there has never been a better time for architects, contractors, consultants, and supply companies to unite and create a truly green futu…
Free Well AP Building Standard "Crash Course" Webinar - September 6, 2:30 pm EST -
BuildingGreen & GreenStep's WELL AP Exam Training Webinar September 6, 2:30 pm EST - This one-hour crash course will review the concepts and key facts within the WELL Building Standard that are c…
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