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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
NeoCon, June 9-11, Chicago, Illinois
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
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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
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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
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Zero Waste Forum 2025, March 30, Hybrid Event, Online and in Hollywood, Florida
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
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Getting to Zero Forum, April 22-24, Los Angeles, California
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
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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
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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
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Grace Farms Green Building Tour, New Canaan, Connecticut, January 18, 10:30 am - 12 pm
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
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Health, Income, and Energy Efficiency Access: It’s all Connected
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
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Free Webinar: Landscape Architecture and the Science of Climate Change: Extinction, June 3, 12-1 PST
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
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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
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USGBC Webinar: The ABC's of Green Building, April 21, 1 pm EDT
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
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LEED Exam Prep Course January 31st Boston
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…
Maximizing Your Impact in the Clean Energy Transition, January 20, 1-2 PM ET
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
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ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2022, Online, January 12, 1-2 pm EST
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
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Free Event: The Basics of Solar Energy for Florida Homeowners, December 8, 5:30 pm
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
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USGBC-LA Women in Green Breakfast, May 22, Los Angeles, 7:30-10am
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…
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…
Maine Wood + Sustainability Conference, May 29, Portland, ME
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…
Heating the Midwest with Renewable Biomass Conference, May 1-3, Carlton, Minnesota
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 …
RecyclingWorks Practical Skills Compost Workshop, June 1, 12:30- 5:00 pm, Greenfield, MA
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…
NAPHN Certified Passive House Designer/Consultant (CPHD/C) Training, May 14 - 18, NYC
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…
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…
Connecticut Passive House - February 13th Organizational Meeting - Open to all, 6 pm, Norwalk
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…
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