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R.W. Kern Center, Green Building Tour, November 1 & 20, December 6 & 18

by Kern Center // 17th Certified Living Building

See how rainwater is collected, filtered, and treated to supply the building’s potable water. Check out the greywater system to learn how wastewater is filtered via the building’s indoor p

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Living Building Challenge

0 replies | 2031 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/22/2019

Free Webinar: Maximizing Inflation Reduction Act Tax Credits for Clean Energy and Affordable Housing, February 7, 11:30am-1pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Explore the impact of the Inflation Reduction Act’s tax incentives on affordable housing in this comprehensive workshop.

With a focus on practical implementation, learn how IRA tax credits ca

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 686 views | Posted on: 01/19/2024 | Last updated: 01/19/2024

Celebrate BE-Ex! A Decade of Excellence, January 31, New York, NY, 6 - 9pm

by Hani // Social media manager

On January 31, commemorate the 10+ year anniversary of the Building Energy Exchange (BE-Ex), celebrate their recent awards, achievements, and recognize the exceptional individuals who have contributed

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1185 views | Posted on: 12/22/2023 | Last updated: 12/23/2023

Certificate in Building Science and Net Zero Design, A Yestermorrow Design/Build School Online Course, 16 Sessions 6-9 pm Starting January 15

by Hani // Social media manager

Net Zero buildings are carbon neutral structures that integrate hyper-efficiency with renewable technologies. They are at the cutting edge of sustainable design, and a key strategy for policymakers ad

0 replies | 1058 views | Posted on: 12/01/2023 | Last updated: 12/01/2023

Free 21 Acres Green Building Tour, December 9, Woodinville, WA

by samanthaklein // Intern

Curious about how renewable energy technologies and green buildings contribute to climate action? You will get a behind-the-scenes look at the tools and technologies utilized by our LEED Platinum-cert

Filed under: Events

Keywords: clean energy,Energy Efficiency,Economy,Sustainible Food,Technology

0 replies | 1193 views | Posted on: 11/17/2023 | Last updated: 11/17/2023

Free Webinar: Coining a Cleaner Future: How to Finance Your Emissions Reduction Plan, November 28, 11am-12pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

 

Financing is an essential step in the journey to emissions reduction, turning great decarbonization ideas into actionable plans. Join this webinar to learn from Financial Allies on how to le

0 replies | 583 views | Posted on: 11/03/2023 | Last updated: 11/03/2023

Women in Energy and Sustainability (WISE) Networking Lunch at Building Energy Exchange, November 2, 12-2 pm, New York, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

BE-Ex’s Women in Sustainability & Energy (WISE) series is pleased to host a networking lunch, connecting emerging and industry-transitioning professionals with seasoned experts from across e

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 645 views | Posted on: 10/20/2023 | Last updated: 10/20/2023

Free 3-Part Online Series: Implementing & Designing Residential Lighting Controls, October 13, 20 & 27, 9-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

This class shows designers, specifiers, contractors, and homeowners how to create beautiful residential lighting while saving energy and meeting code. Award-winning lighting designer David Wilds Patto

California Green Building

0 replies | 791 views | Posted on: 10/03/2023 | Last updated: 10/04/2023

RE+ Florida, Hosted by SEIA and SEPA, October 18-19, Ft. Lauderdale

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Discover the power of Florida’s solar and energy storage industries.  Engage with renowned experts and industry leaders who will share their knowledge and insights through compelling educat

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 685 views | Posted on: 09/17/2023 | Last updated: 09/17/2023

Free Webinar: How to Implement the Top 10 Data Requirements Outlined in the IRA Home Energy Rebates Programs, September 6, 11 am ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

On July 27, 2023, the DOE released the “IRA Home Energy Rebates: Data And Tools Requirements Guide” which outlined the data that must be collected, tracked, and reported in order to qualif

0 replies | 759 views | Posted on: 08/31/2023 | Last updated: 08/31/2023

2019 REI Annual Holiday Luncheon December 12, 12-2 pm, Cranston, Rhode Island

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

REI Welcomes friends and supporters to the organization's Annual Holiday Luncheon with Donald Grebein, Honorable Mayor of Pawtucket and Grover Fugate of RI CRMC

The State of Rhode Island a

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

0 replies | 1000 views | Posted on: 12/05/2019 | Last updated: 12/05/2019

California Friendly Landscape Class, December 14, Torrance, CA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Learn how to remove your turf and succesfully convert your landscape into a sustainable rought-tolerant garden. The classes will help you understand and meet rebate program requirements.

Filed under: Government Policies

Related to: Information and Resources ,Architects ,Landscape Services

California Green Building

Keywords: Landscape,Garden

0 replies | 1399 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

WEBINAR, USGBC December LEED v4 Online Discussion Forum: What's New? Updates from Greenbuild 2019, 12/19, 12 - 1pm

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

These monthly virtual meetings focus on those aspects of LEED v4 that have changed the most to help project teams achieve certification under the new rating system. Led by LEED subject matter experts,

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: LEED,Webinar,USGBC

0 replies | 2531 views | Posted on: 11/01/2019 | Last updated: 04/30/2020

Jobs, Justice & Climate Rally, 12/12 1-3 pm, Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Jobs, Justice & Climate Rally Saturday, Dec 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm Parkman Bandstand, Boston Common 2015 is on track to be the hottest year on record, and unprecedented storms, floods and droughts a…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cimate Change,Climate Rally

0 replies | 1064 views | Posted on: 12/07/2015 | Last updated: 12/07/2015

Urban Green Holiday Member Reception, December 5, 6-8pm, New York City, NY

by mkilmartin // Intern

Join Urban Green Council for a Holiday Member Reception to catch up with friends and colleagues in the green building community, hear what's coming up for Urban Green Council, and vote o

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Urban Green Council NY,New York City

0 replies | 1398 views | Posted on: 10/08/2019 | Last updated: 11/01/2019

Tiny Footprint Expo Oct 11-13, San Luis Obispo, CA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

SmartShare Housing Solutions partners with the City of San Luis Obispo and 33 other tiny house & sustainability organizations to bring you the Tiny Footprint Expo on October 11-13 2019 to help edu

Filed under: Tiny Houses

California Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Architecture,Tiny Houses,California,Tiny Homes

0 replies | 1551 views | Posted on: 09/25/2019 | Last updated: 09/25/2019

Is Solar Right For My Business? - Windfree Solar & Whiskey Acres, Saturday, September 28, 3:30pm, DeKalb, IL

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Learn how businesses all over Illinois are reducing, and virtually eliminating their electric bills, by installing solar panels. Learn how federal, state, and other incentives help recover a substanti

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy

0 replies | 1352 views | Posted on: 09/13/2019 | Last updated: 09/13/2019

Dallas BOC: Class 1001 (A) Energy Efficient Operations of a Building HVAC Systems, September 17, Irving, TX

by AbbieKnight

Building Operator Certification is a national workforce training and certification program offering facilities personnel the job skills and knowledge to improve the energy performance of their buildin

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,HVAC Technology

0 replies | 1295 views | Posted on: 08/13/2019 | Last updated: 08/13/2019

Report Shows California's Push for Clean Energy is on the Right Path

by JackSawyer // Student

The California Green Innovation Index has come out with a report that supplies outstanding statistics to support California's progress on its renewable energy goals. The report examined California's e…

Filed under: Industry Research Organizations

California Green Building

Keywords: clean energy,Energy Efficiency,Wind energy,Solar Energy,California,report,biomass,state,data,statistics

0 replies | 3244 views | Posted on: 07/04/2016 | Last updated: 07/04/2016

Are US National Parks "For Sale" - Should we Panic?

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

A recent Washington Post headline asked whether Yosemite might soon be sponsored by Starbucks.... is it time to panic? Maybe. As the National Park Service approaches its 100th anniversary, Jona…

Filed under: Environment

Keywords: Environment,National Parks,Environmental Policy

0 replies | 1601 views | Posted on: 06/21/2016 | Last updated: 06/21/2016

Building Blueprint: WELL Building Standard (Intro + Discussion), Tuesday June 28, Boston - 8:30-10:30 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Building Blueprint: WELL Building Standard (Intro + Discussion), Tuesday June 18, Boston, 8:30 - 10;30 am "Dali" Room - 50 Milk Street 14th Floor, Boston, MA 02109 The time has come to eleva…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Well Building Standard

0 replies | 1293 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 07/23/2016

NESEA Pro Tour: Deep Energy Historic Mill Retrofit, Friday May 20, 1 - 5 pm, Westford, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NESEA Pro Tour: Deep Energy Retrofit of Abbott Mill Friday May 20, 1 - 5 pm, Westford, MA The Abbot Mill complex consists of 13 former woolen mill buildings dating from the late 1800’s, now o…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: NESEA,Green Building Tour

0 replies | 1010 views | Posted on: 04/21/2016 | Last updated: 04/21/2016

LEED Green Associate v4 Exam Preparation April 11-April 12, 9 am-5 pm, Los Angeles

by alicia2390 // Admin

The LEED Green Associate exam prep course provides students with a general knowledge of green design, construction, and operations for commercial and residential buildings. The course prepares student…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1031 views | Posted on: 03/18/2016 | Last updated: 03/21/2016

March 2 Sustainability Forum: MassCEC 2016 Program Update - Driving the State's Sustainable Energy Industry

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Mar 2 Sustainability Forum/Luncheon Seminar MassCEC 2016 Program Update - Driving the State's Sustainable Energy Industry Wednesday, Mar 02 11:30 AM - 1 PM 100 Cummings Center, Suite 221-E B…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 644 views | Posted on: 03/01/2016 | Last updated: 03/01/2016

Case Study: A Skyscraper that Breathes - PNC Tower, February 10, 6 - 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC NY - Urban Green Presents: Case Study: A Skyscraper that Breathes - PNC Tower, February 10, 6 - 8 pm The Mohawk Group 71 West 23rd Street (18th Floor) New York, NY 10010 Speakers: D…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Urban Green Council NY,CRE,Gensler,BuroHappold Engineering,Green Office Building

0 replies | 1237 views | Posted on: 01/26/2016 | Last updated: 01/26/2016

 

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