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Free CE Webinar: Appraiser Analysis of High-Performance Midwest Homes, March 10, 12 pm EST
Elevate Energy released a first-of-its-kind, Midwest focused, appraiser-led analysis, Realizing the Value: An Appraiser-Led Analysis of the High-Performing Home Premium in Leading Midwest Markets. To
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Green Building Alliance's Emerald Evening Gala, May 8, 5:30-9:30 pm, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
GBA's beloved annual fundraising event is back! Green Building Alliance invite you to join them on the sprawling green roof of the David L. Lawrence Convention Center as we gather for network
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New Buildings Institute (NBI) invite you to join them for an exciting webinar marking the end of the Buildings Energy Efficiency Frontiers & Innovation Technologies (BENEFIT) project funded b
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Free Webinar: Marine Materials - Designing the Future, March 25, 12 to 1:30 PM
When our oceans are healthy our world is healthy. Oceans play a critical role in regulating our climate and weather patterns, and provide a wide range of food and medicinal ingredients,
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The advanced-level content presented at the annual NABCEP CE Conference is geared toward PV industry professionals who have experience with PV installation, solar+storage, technical sales, design, O&a
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Free Webinar: The Latest Technology in Air Tightness Testing, January 15, 3:30-5 ET
Building diagnostic tools continue to improve with new advances in technology. Join NEHERS (Northeast Home Energy Rating System Alliance) for this webinar to learn how the newest generation of to
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Phius Project Certification Workshop, Online, January 15, 1-5 pm ET
The Project Certification Workshop offers best practices and useful tips for the Phius project certification process.
About Phius:
Phius is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization committe
LEED for Homes Green Rater Training, Online Training, December 20, 12 - 3 pm ET
LEED requires third-party on-site verification and performance testing by a LEED Green Rater, and demand is growing. Now, residential and mixed-use projects of any size can go under the LEED for
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Free Webinar: Sustainable Materials and Manufacturing, November 22, 11:30 am - 1 pm ET
Material conversion from source to useful products often has tremendous detrimental environmental implications in terms of energy demands, greenhouse gas emissions, and other toxic waste releases. Thi
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Free Webinar: Electrifying Restaurants, November 6, 10am-12pm PT
This class is an introduction to electric options for restaurant kitchens, from hole-in-the-wall diners to Michelin Star fine dining, with an emphasis on culinary traditions from around the world, inc
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Webinar: The Carbon Roundtable - Are You Considering Net Zero? April 22, 7 am EDT / 12 pm BST
Becoming a carbon neutral business can feel like a bit of a minefield, no matter how new or far you are through the journey.
Whenever we talk about carbon at our events, our attendees have a lot of
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Free CE Webinar: Foundational Insulation with Stone Wool, April 14, 12 pm EDT
This course will discuss the benefits of stone wool insulation in below grade applications. With different options of foundation styles, basements, crawlspaces and slab on grade, there is many differe
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An Introduction to Aprilaire and Whole House Air Quality Systems (Video)
Join green builder Matt Hoots as he interviews Joseph Hillenmeyer, Channel Marketing Manager for Aprilaire. Joseph shares some company history as well as an overview of key issues related
Citywide Energy Vision Engagement Session
As part of the update to Greenworks, Philadelphia’s sustainability plan, the Office of Sustainability (OOS) set a long-term vision for a city where all Philadelphians efficiently use clean energy th…
About Foundations: Proper site work and foundation construction are as critical to the overall quality and healthfulness of a home as the building shell that is constructed above grade. As a resu
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Webinar: Being Healthy in a Toxifying World, January 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST
Join Steve Stelzer as he discusses the many paradoxes we face regarding staying healthy in a world with toxins in air & water.
Join Steve Stelzer, Program Director at the Houston Green Building
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Water Resources Webinar: Preparing for EPA’s New Lead and Copper Rule, January 15, 9 am EST
Exposure to lead and copper may cause serious public health problems ranging from stomach distress to brain damage. Since 1991, EPA has imposed specific regulations to control lead and copper in drink
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USGBC Green Building Policy Outlook Panel, A Moment for Optimism and Broad-based Support
On December 10, The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) gathered a panel of policymakers and business leaders to consider the current green building policy outlook in the context of pandemic and
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New England Women in Energy and the Environment Annual Meeting and Fall Fête, November 8, Boston
NEWIEE aims to harness the passion, intelligence and leadership experience of women to promote and encourage public interest in the energy and environmental sectors. It is the goal of NEWIEE to foster…
This webinar will highlight stories from City Habitats, a regional collaborative formed to use nature to help address the challenges of water and air quality while supporting thriving communities. Rep…
Bridge the Divide: Envelope and HVAC Design Integration, October 5, 4-7:30 pm, Chicago
The design of a building’s exterior envelope affects performance from day one and often remains unaltered throughout the building’s life. When it comes to energy efficiency and occupant comfort, t…
USGBC MA Residential Committee, with Peter Lawrence from Biomimicry New England
USGBA MA Residential Committee Meeting, September 11 Guest Speaker: Peter Lawrence, Biomimicry New England The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the…
Green Construction Homes Tour, August 15 in Chattanooga, TN
Join green|spaces for the next construction tour at the NextGen Homes. This tour will feature green infrastructure and foundation. The goal of this project is to educate builders, designers, students …
Green Schools Roundtable, August 1 in Ashland Nebraska
Join the USGBC Nebraska Flatwater Green Schools Committee on Aug. 1 for a roundtable discussion about sustainable and high-performing schools. This event is a collaborative opportunity to collect i…
Green Professional Training (GPRO), Fundamentals of Building Green, July 20 & July 27, Los Angeles
The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performing buildings, creating increased demand across the country for sustainable building skills. This course teaches the basics …
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