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Energy Upgrade Workshop, December 4, North Port, FL

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

Join for this 1-hour workshop where you'll learn energy, water, and cost saving strategies at home. Attendees will receive a free Do It Yourself Energy Saving Kit (one per household) that includes

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Education ,Electrical

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Energy Savings,Power

0 replies | 1812 views | Posted on: 10/31/2019 | Last updated: 10/31/2019

The Urban Green Gala, October 1, 6-10 pm, New York, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Urban Green Gala is Urban Green Council's annual fundraiser, supporting Urban Green Council's mission to decarbonize buildings for healthy and resilient communities.  T

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 721 views | Posted on: 09/02/2024 | Last updated: 09/02/2024

Free Webinar: Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for Grid Tied Applications, September 9, 9am-12:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This course teaches the basic vocabulary and technical details of grid-connected photovoltaic and energy storage systems. This instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various techn

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 1769 views | Posted on: 08/09/2024 | Last updated: 08/09/2024

GPRO Construction Management, Online Training with Urban Green Council, October 22 & 24

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

GPRO Construction Management provides practitioners with sustainability best practices and actionable strategies for every phase of construction, as well as how to avoid common mistakes. Tau

Filed under: Professional Accreditations - Individual

Related to: Education

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: AIA credits,GBCI,CEUs,PDH

0 replies | 1979 views | Posted on: 07/19/2024 | Last updated: 10/16/2024

Free Webinar: Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) for Businesses, July 16, 9-11 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

ESG has quickly become a hot topic in the market, but what does it mean to your business? Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) reporting is a framework that can help your company become a lead

California Green Building

0 replies | 2540 views | Posted on: 06/22/2024 | Last updated: 06/22/2024

Building Electrification Fundamentals Part 2 of a 4 Part Series: - "Overview of BE," Free & Online, July 18, 10 am - 12 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Have Energy Efficiency (EE), Building Electrification (BE), Transportation Electrification (TE), and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) got you feeling like you’re in over your head? If so, we

California Green Building

0 replies | 1342 views | Posted on: 06/06/2024 | Last updated: 06/17/2024

Free Webinar: Balanced Ventilation for Health, Comfort, and Energy Efficiency: Systems, Install Strategies, Duct Design, May 30, 9 am-1 pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

More buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed air quality system is a must. In this class we will look at performanc

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 797 views | Posted on: 05/20/2024 | Last updated: 05/21/2024

VRF Heat Pump Installation - In Progress!!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Hi everyone - 

I've mentioned in our newsletters about how we are going to be intalling VRF heat pumps in the future, and.... the future is here!  I look forward to sharing

Filed under: Heat Pumps

0 replies | 3902 views | Posted on: 04/30/2024 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) - 22nd Annual Conference, May 7-8. Indianapolis, Indiana

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The theme of the Conference, “Carpet Recycling: Chasing the Checkered Flag” highlights the recent developments in carpet recycling technology and opportunities that are moving carpet out o

Keywords: Recycling,Carpets,Carpeting,Carpet Recycling

0 replies | 888 views | Posted on: 04/15/2024 | Last updated: 04/15/2024

Free Webinar: Heat Pumps W Abode Energy Management, April 18, 12 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Considering upgrading your heating system? We're here to answer any questions you might have about heat pumps: a super-efficient heating and cooling option. There are BIG rebates & incentives

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 670 views | Posted on: 03/29/2024 | Last updated: 03/29/2024

Bloomberg Sustainable Business Summit: Singapore 2020, February 12, 12:30pm-5pm

by mkilmartin // Intern

After five years convening C-suite executives, influential investors, and innovative thought leaders in North America and Europe, Bloomberg’s signature Sustainable Business Summit series will co

Filed under: Green Living

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Pollution,Waste Management,Developing Tech,Singapore,Sustainable Business,ESG

0 replies | 2118 views | Posted on: 12/20/2019 | Last updated: 12/20/2019

GPRO Operations and Maintenance Essentials, December 16-17, Pittsburgh, PA

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

GPRO is a comprehensive international training and certificate program that teaches the people who build, renovate and maintain buildings the principles of sustainability combined with trade-specific

Building Resilience: Resilient Water Systems, December 3, Los Angeles, CA

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

Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental human right. California’s water system faces a variety of challenges, from drought to an aging water infrastructure, to changes in precipitation.

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 | 684 views | Posted on: 01/23/2016 | Last updated: 01/23/2016

2019 Green Energy Contractor Conference, November 7, Rocky Hill, CT

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

Connect, collaborate, and grow the green energy industry in Connecticut.

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Energy,Connecticut Passive House

0 replies | 1511 views | Posted on: 10/18/2019 | Last updated: 10/18/2019

Greening the Grid: Bringing Canadian Renewables to NYC, 10/23, 6pm, New York, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

New York City needs a greener grid to reduce building emissions and help drive compliance with its ambitious new building emissions law. And with Indian Point nuclear power plant scheduled to clo

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1336 views | Posted on: 10/04/2019 | Last updated: 10/04/2019

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 | 1419 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 | 7893 views | Posted on: 09/08/2019 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Volkswagen to Redirect its Focus onto the Electric Vehicle Market

by JackSawyer // Student

Volkswagen, the car manufacturer that was caught for cheating emission tests last year, plans to redirect its business into the electric vehicle market. By targeting this segment, Volkswagen is attemp…

Filed under: Environment

Keywords: Errors and Emissions,Electric Vehicles,cars,vehicles,market,Volkswagen,Batteries,Electric Batteries,company

0 replies | 1879 views | Posted on: 07/10/2016 | Last updated: 07/10/2016

BREAKING NEWS: MA Senate Energized To PASS Omnibus Energy Bill

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Yesterday evening, in an unprecedented unanimous 39-0 vote, the Massachusetts Senate passed their version of the Omnibus energy bill. The bill requires utilities to solicit long-term contracts for at …

COP21: Will The Agreement Remain a Climate Change Success Story?

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

As the negative impacts of climate change become more imminent and dire, it becomes necessary for all countries to band together in the fight against climate change. The 2015 COP21 convention gives us…

Earth Day Weekend Green Building Open House - Brighton, MA, April 23, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Earth Day Weekend Open House - Brighton, MA Saturday, April 23 at 11:30 AM - 12:30 PM 33 Champney St, Brighton, MA 02135 Just a minute walk from Oak Square, Brighton, you'll be able to see the …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 753 views | Posted on: 04/13/2016 | Last updated: 04/13/2016

NESEA Pro Tour with Two Data Geeks on Martha's Vineyard, Friday April 1, 1-5 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Pro Tour with Two Data Geeks Friday, April 1 - 1-5 pm Martha's Vineyard, MA CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, Pending approval $25 for NESEA Members, $35 for Non-members Spend a day on Martha’s Viney…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Related to: Electrical Component Recycling

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Pro Tour

0 replies | 923 views | Posted on: 03/14/2016 | Last updated: 03/14/2016

Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference: April 15 Hampshire College, April 16, Northampton, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference April 15 - 16, Hampshire College, Northampton, MA The annual Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference connects stakeholders from municipaliti…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Campus Sustainability

0 replies | 1030 views | Posted on: 02/24/2016 | Last updated: 02/24/2016

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 | 1306 views | Posted on: 02/05/2016 | Last updated: 02/05/2016

 

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