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Basics of Residential Green Building and Remodeling, Session 2, - Energy and Health, July 28, 12pm-1pm EDT

by SarahA

During session 2 we will continue our dicussion on the 1st pillar of Green Building, Energy!

Topics include

  1. The energy effeciency pyrmaid for decision making on easiest, cheapest DIY energy i

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Green Building,Energy,Energy Efficiency,Peak Load,Utility Bill

0 replies | 971 views | Posted on: 07/13/2021 | Last updated: 07/13/2021

Free PG&E Webinar: Electric Heat Pumps for Space Heating and Cooling, March 15, 9am-1pm

by Hani // Social media manager

As the electricity supply becomes cleaner due to increased use of renewable's for generation along with a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting installs in new homes, electricity becomes

California Green Building

0 replies | 952 views | Posted on: 03/04/2023 | Last updated: 03/08/2023

Phius Retrofit Summit 2023, Virtual, March 21-23, 4-6 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

The next frontier for fostering a built environment that supports the health of people and planet is efficiently upgrading the existing building stock. The virtual Phius Retrofit Summit 2023 (March 21

0 replies | 1671 views | Posted on: 02/20/2023 | Last updated: 02/20/2023

Free Green Building Webinar: The Perfect Pair: Sustainable HDPE + Copper Restroom Touch-Points, March 6, 12-1pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

When designing a restroom, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that are durable, hygienic, and sustainable. This one-hour course as we explore practical solutions t

0 replies | 1093 views | Posted on: 02/04/2023 | Last updated: 02/05/2023

Online Workshop: WLC Roadmap Stakeholder Series: Infrastructure, Clients, Owners & Designers, February 21, 10–11:30 am GMT

by Hani // Social media manager

This is the second in a series of 5 workshops focusing on the key stakeholders identified within the Whole Life Carbon Roadmap, with the aim of empowering all stakeholders across the built environment

UK Green Building

0 replies | 684 views | Posted on: 01/17/2023 | Last updated: 01/17/2023

Free Virtual Career Fair: USGBC-LA Green Jobs Career Fair, January 25, 2:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Green job seekers: USGBC LA invites you to attend an LA Green Jobs – Virtual Career Fair. 

If you’re looking to speak directly with hiring managers in the sustainability

California Green Building

0 replies | 930 views | Posted on: 01/10/2023 | Last updated: 01/10/2023

Community Solar Power Summit, January 18 & 19, San Diego, California

by Luqman // Marketer

The Community Solar Power Summit brings together leading community solar businesses, utilities, non-profits, and policymakers for an exclusive two day event — featuring in-depth conver

Related to: Solar

California Green Building

0 replies | 965 views | Posted on: 12/21/2022 | Last updated: 12/22/2022

Certificate in Building Science and Net Zero Design, Yestermorrow Design/Build School, 1/9 - 3/2 (16, 3-hour Sessions)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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

Related to: Plumbing

0 replies | 1926 views | Posted on: 12/02/2022 | Last updated: 12/19/2022

New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE)'s Annual Fall Fête, Virtual, November 3, 4-6 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NEWIEE is delighted to welcome Dr. Emily Reichert, Chief Executive Officer of Greentown Labs, the largest clean technology startup incubator in North America, as its special guest speaker for the Annu

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: New England Women In Energy and the Environment,NEWIEE

0 replies | 987 views | Posted on: 10/21/2021 | Last updated: 10/21/2021

Free Webinar: The Journey to Zero Waste, October 21, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will discuss the role of the zero waste hierarchy and other waste reduction strategies in the journey to zero waste. The main event will be TRUE certification framework, which i

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: business,Waste Management,Zero Waste

0 replies | 1264 views | Posted on: 10/02/2021 | Last updated: 10/02/2021

Webinar: CPD - Buildings Designed for Wellbeing, October 6, 1 pm BST (UK)

by samanthaklein // Intern

This 1 hour CPD session examines how buildings can be designed for wellbeing, ensuring they protect not only the environment but occupant's health and wellbeing too.

Hosted by Simon Green, Mana

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

UK Green Building

Keywords: Healthy Building,Wellness

0 replies | 1206 views | Posted on: 09/06/2021 | Last updated: 09/07/2021

Healthy Buildings Challenge 2021, Hosted by Greentown Labs, MassCEC, and Saint-Gobain - Apply by September 1

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Between their construction and operation, buildings in the United States account for almost half of the country’s energy usage. At the same time, a recent UC Berkeley study found that 

Filed under: Contests and Votes

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Saint-Gobain,Greentown Labs,MassCEC

0 replies | 1512 views | Posted on: 08/17/2021 | Last updated: 08/18/2021

Green Jobs Forum (8th Annual) & Career Fair with Resilient Virginia – August 26, 2021

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Leaders in Energy will conduct its 8th Annual Green Jobs Forum & Career Fair on Thursday, August 26, 2021, from 1:30 – 6:30 pm EDT.

Our theme is “The Moment is Now for Green Jo

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Jobs,Green Jobs Fair,Leaders in Energy

0 replies | 1242 views | Posted on: 08/06/2021 | Last updated: 08/07/2021

DEQ - Michigan Waste and Materials Management Conference, December 13 - December 14, Novi

by Oyin

Complying with waste regulations is important. Not only for the safety of our communities and employees, but also for the protection of our environment and natural resources, preserving them for enjoy…

Filed under: Events

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 3472 views | Posted on: 10/09/2017 | Last updated: 11/16/2017

COVID-19 Reentry with LEED, July 15, 10 am - 12 pm PDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

 

Downtown streets, which are normally bustling with people, are currently a ghost town. Given how much things have shifted in the pandemic, owners want to address occupant health and to get t

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

California Green Building

Keywords: LEED,HVAC,Air Quality,Covid-19,pandemic

0 replies | 2155 views | Posted on: 06/18/2021 | Last updated: 06/18/2021

Free Green Building Webinar: Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions Plus, June 23, 12-1 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

At this session, Mike Bewer will review vertical operating systems, their construction and operating mechanisms, and their architectural applications and contributions to sustainable initiatives.

Keywords: Renlita Custom Opening Solutions,Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions

0 replies | 849 views | Posted on: 06/04/2021 | Last updated: 06/04/2021

Online Event: Buildings and Carbon - Green Building Training Program, June 8, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will focus on climate impacts associated with carbon emissions from the built environment. It will emphasize the importance of goal setting and taking actions to manage building-relat

Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Energy,Energy Efficiency,Carbon

0 replies | 1356 views | Posted on: 05/08/2021 | Last updated: 05/08/2021

RE Assets - India’s premier Solar & Wind Energy Asset Management Forum, Feb 1-2, New Delhi, India

by Oyin

India’s premier Solar & Wind Energy Asset Management Forum will have an array of insightful discussions, impressive networking opportunity and the whole of the supply chain present, providing the id…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 1198 views | Posted on: 11/08/2017 | Last updated: 01/04/2018

World Environmental & Water Resources Congress, June 3–7, Minneapolis, Minnesota

by Oyin

Created in 1999, the Environmental & Water Resources Institute (EWRI) is the recognized leader within ASCE for the integration of technical expertise and public policy in the planning, design, constru…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 959 views | Posted on: 11/04/2017 | Last updated: 11/04/2017

Traditional Building Conference Series, Dec 5-6, Brooklyn, NY

by Oyin

The Traditional Building Conference Series delivers focused, relevant education for architects, contractors, craftspeople, designers, building owners and facilities managers in a time-efficient format…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 578 views | Posted on: 10/30/2017 | Last updated: 10/30/2017

The 4th Annual Energy Storage Policy Forum, Feb 14th, Washington DC

by Oyin

The Energy Storage Policy Forum continues to host the most important policy conversations that promote competitive and reliable storage across the United States. The Energy Storage Policy Forum co…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1698 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 01/08/2018

SWANApalooza, Mar 5 - 7, Denver, CO

by Oyin

SWANApalooza is the collation of four of SWANA’s premiere industry events in one location. This allows attendees to learn about the technical aspect of municipal solid waste management. Howeve…

Filed under: Events

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1211 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

USGBC Arizona State Conference, Nov 16, Tempe

by Oyin

Join USGBC Arizona for its 6th Annual State Conference. This conference will bring together industry leaders, experts, and frontline professionals dedicated to sustainable building. Participants …

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 955 views | Posted on: 10/19/2017 | Last updated: 11/01/2017

Introduction to Living Building Challenge by USGBC Massachusetts, Nov 16, Boston

by Oyin

The Living Building Challenge is the built environment's most rigorous performance standard. It calls for the creation of building projects that operate as cleanly, beautifully and efficiently as natu…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1960 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

Midwest Regional Building Energy Codes Conference, November 15 - 16, Ann Arbor, MI

by Oyin

The Midwest Regional Building Energy Codes Conference brings together stakeholders from across the Midwest to discuss how best to promote the adoption and raise compliance with building energy codes a…

Filed under: Events

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 579 views | Posted on: 10/14/2017 | Last updated: 10/14/2017

 

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