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AWA+D and USGBC-LA Present: Sustainability in Multifamily Residential. Free Webinar, March 10, 5 pm PT / 8 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join USGBC-LA and AWA+D virtually on March 10th at 5:00pm to hear from professionals producing the latest Multi-family housing with successful sustainable components. 

This free and fun event

California Green Building

0 replies | 1129 views | Posted on: 03/03/2022 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

NeoCon, June 9-11, Chicago, Illinois

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

NeoCon has served as a world leading platform and important event of the year for the commercial design industry since 1969. A launch pad for innovation—NeoCon offers id

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 607 views | Posted on: 05/01/2025 | Last updated: 05/02/2025

Free Webinar: Introduction to Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters - The Whys and Hows in Multifamily and Commercial Applications, May 6, 1 - 3 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This class explores the policy drivers that are pushing the integration of commercial heat pump water heating (CHPWH) systems and highlights the economic, energy, and environmental advantages of heat

California Green Building

0 replies | 926 views | Posted on: 04/16/2025 | Last updated: 04/16/2025

Free Online Training, Optimizing Residential Forced-Air HVAC Systems: Efficiency, Comfort and Low Loss Duct Systems, April 16, 9 am - 12 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Improved design, installation and commissioning practices lead to a dramatic improvement in building energy consumption, indoor air quality, and comfort. There are six performance factors that can be

California Green Building

0 replies | 912 views | Posted on: 03/25/2025 | Last updated: 03/25/2025

Zero Waste Forum 2025, March 30, Hybrid Event, Online and in Hollywood, Florida

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The 2025 Zero Waste Forum is hosted by Race to Zero Waste in partnership with Broward Clean Air and Debris Free Oceans during #ZeroWasteWeek, building on conversations from the International Day

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1130 views | Posted on: 03/07/2025 | Last updated: 03/12/2025

Getting to Zero Forum, April 22-24, Los Angeles, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The Getting to Zero Forum is the leading conference that brings together all members of the built environment sector. Hosted by NBI, the Forum is a three-day conference dedicated to advancing zer

California Green Building

0 replies | 1249 views | Posted on: 02/07/2025 | Last updated: 02/07/2025

Free Webinar: Batteries - Options and Implementation for a Building’s Energy Storage System, March 20, 9:30 - 11:00 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Whether you’re interested in resiliency and cost savings for a home or simply meeting energy codes for new construction, understanding battery storage is increasingly important for the building

California Green Building

0 replies | 815 views | Posted on: 01/21/2025 | Last updated: 02/22/2025

Free webinar: Inflation Reduction Act - Funding Overview of Programs (Real Estate Focus), February 27, 11 am - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Inflation Reduction Act Part 1: Funding Overview of Programs

IRA funding is coming, bringing huge potential for energy-efficiency upgrades at an affordable cost. By understanding the programs comin

California Green Building

0 replies | 994 views | Posted on: 12/31/2024 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Grace Farms Green Building Tour, New Canaan, Connecticut, January 18, 10:30 am - 12 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sus

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 856 views | Posted on: 12/05/2024 | Last updated: 12/06/2024

Health, Income, and Energy Efficiency Access: It’s all Connected

by gracemorrison

Energy efficiency, a term used to compare the amount of energy required for a product to work, is becoming increasingly important in our fight against climate change. Since energy-efficient products u

Filed under: Advocacy

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Healthy Building,Energy Efficiency,Health,Equity,Energy Burden

0 replies | 11264 views | Posted on: 05/31/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

Free Webinar: Landscape Architecture and the Science of Climate Change: Extinction, June 3, 12-1 PST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Department of Landscape Architecture at Cal Poly Pomona hosts a series of monthly presentations on the science of climate change and landscape architecture solutions.

Join the event during your

California Green Building

0 replies | 1157 views | Posted on: 05/17/2022 | Last updated: 05/17/2022

Free Online Deconstruction Masterclass Series by Rethos, Part 3: Giving New Life to Old Buildings, May 18 10 am CDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Deconstruction is the careful dismantling of a  structure in order to preserve and reuse building materials. It might seem like building deconstruction and preservation are at odds. However, old

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Green Building,Materials,Deconstruction

0 replies | 2727 views | Posted on: 04/16/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

USGBC Webinar: The ABC's of Green Building, April 21, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Imagine buildings that promote health and vitality for people and the environment while building strong economies and connected communities. This is already possible and happening in many places where

Keywords: Green Building,Green Communities

0 replies | 1636 views | Posted on: 03/25/2022 | Last updated: 03/25/2022

LEED Exam Prep Course January 31st Boston

by Amy

The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…

Filed under: Education

Keywords: LEED Exam Prep

0 replies | 1563 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/04/2018

Maximizing Your Impact in the Clean Energy Transition, January 20, 1-2 PM ET

by Richard Minasian // Student

Clean energy is one of the fastest-growing and most innovative sectors in our economy. The clean energy sector is attracting top talent—achievers who are pairing their professional skills with p

Filed under: Energy

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Climate Change,Energy,clean energy,Energy Efficiency,Sustainability

0 replies | 1874 views | Posted on: 01/04/2022 | Last updated: 01/04/2022

ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2022, Online, January 12, 1-2 pm EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

In late 2021, ULI's Greenprint Center for Building Performance interviewed members of the Sustainable Development Council (Americas), the Sustainability Council (Europe), and the Resilient Cities

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Keywords: Real Estate,Sustainability,Sustainable Development,building performance

0 replies | 2391 views | Posted on: 12/08/2021 | Last updated: 12/09/2021

Free Event: The Basics of Solar Energy for Florida Homeowners, December 8, 5:30 pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

If you are interested in understanding residential solar hot water and solar photovoltaic technologies better, this workshop is for you. The discussion will cover the basics of how the technology work

Filed under: Energy

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy,Green Homes,Florida,Solar Hot Water,Technology

0 replies | 1264 views | Posted on: 11/23/2021 | Last updated: 11/24/2021

USGBC-LA Women in Green Breakfast, May 22, Los Angeles, 7:30-10am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Please join USGBCLA for breakfast on Tuesday, May 22 at 7:30 am for a conversation about women in the workplace in 2018 featuring panelists: Betsy Butler Executive Director at the California Women…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Women in Green Building

0 replies | 1594 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/18/2018

Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant Training, July 23, 8:30 am - July 27, 5:00 pm, Newton, MA

by YijunW

NAPHN’s (North American Passive House Network) Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant course is the premier training program for Passive House building professionals. Supported by a 25+ year hi…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1275 views | Posted on: 05/11/2018 | Last updated: 05/12/2018

Maine Wood + Sustainability Conference, May 29, Portland, ME

by YijunW

Join the Maine Wood + Sustainability Conference. On, May 9th, you will explore the opportunities and challenges of creating a more sustainable Maine wood-based economy and discuss best practices on ho…

Filed under: Maine

0 replies | 1310 views | Posted on: 05/03/2018 | Last updated: 05/03/2018

Heating the Midwest with Renewable Biomass Conference, May 1-3, Carlton, Minnesota

by YijunW

7th Annual Heating the Midwest Agenda to Focus on Alliances and Market Growth Strategies Heating the Midwest, an annual conversation about the role that biomass can and should play in providing space …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 880 views | Posted on: 04/26/2018 | Last updated: 04/26/2018

RecyclingWorks Practical Skills Compost Workshop, June 1, 12:30- 5:00 pm, Greenfield, MA

by YijunW

RecyclingWorks in Massachusetts is hosting a no-cost Practical Skills Compost Workshop with emphasis on composting food materials. This half-day workshop will focus on operator competency in compost s…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 704 views | Posted on: 04/13/2018 | Last updated: 04/23/2018

NAPHN Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant (CPHD/C) Training, May 14 - 18, NYC

by North American Passive House Network (NAPHN)

Supported by a 25+ year history of global technical leadership by the Passive House Institute, and over 7 years of successful American instruction, from Maine to California, by the Passive House Acade…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 2171 views | Posted on: 03/26/2018 | Last updated: 08/09/2019

EBC Energy Resources Program: Update from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center Leadership, - March 13

by Yishan

This EBC Energy Resources Program will feature leadership from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) who will provide an update on programs and initiatives for 2018. The keynote speaker is C…

Filed under: Company News and Highlights

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1595 views | Posted on: 03/04/2018 | Last updated: 03/04/2018

Connecticut Passive House - February 13th Organizational Meeting - Open to all, 6 pm, Norwalk

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

February 13th Organizational Meeting Please join CTPH for our monthly organizational meeting. We will map out our upcoming year. Everyone is welcome. This month our host is Steven Winter Assoc…

Filed under: Connecticut

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1397 views | Posted on: 02/12/2018 | Last updated: 02/12/2018

 

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