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FREE Webinar: The Basics of Building Science The Foundation of Healthy Indoor Air Quality, June 11, 2 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join Maine Indoor Air Quality Council on Thursday, June 11, 2020 at 2:00 p.m. EST for a one-hour discussion of the 4 essential components of building science.  Understanding these four components

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,built environment,Building Science,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council

0 replies | 961 views | Posted on: 06/04/2020 | Last updated: 06/04/2020

2023 Water Conservation Showcase: Hands-on Drip Irrigation Workshop, June 27, Walnut Creek, California

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this workshop, participants will convert sprinkler zones to the most efficient irrigation available - drip. Sprinkler to drip conversions are commonly performed by landscape professionals in t

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Farming,Nature Conservation,Sustainable Agriculture,Landscape

0 replies | 680 views | Posted on: 06/07/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Building Science Fundamentals with Building Science Corporation, 4 Live Virtual Sessions, June 13, 15, 20 & 22

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Building Science Fundamentals is a live virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. Our past registra

0 replies | 940 views | Posted on: 05/23/2023 | Last updated: 05/23/2023

6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

by Amelie Alice // 4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

The 6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering (MATERIALS 2024) is a premier event for researchers, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, and academicians in

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 641 views | Posted on: 05/04/2023 | Last updated: 05/04/2023

Air Tight Open House / EarthCraft Council Event, May 18, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Come learn about the #1920sMakeoverATL Deep Energy Retorfit, the first passive house renovation in Georgia, at this open house for green builders ans builders! Key vendors will be on ha

Free PG&E Webinar: How to Design and Build High-Performance Walls, April 19, 9-11 am

by Hani // Social media manager

California’s 2022 Title 24 Residential Energy Code all but requires high-performance walls with exterior insulation while higher-performance home designs, like Passive House, requires continuous

California Green Building

0 replies | 900 views | Posted on: 03/29/2023 | Last updated: 03/29/2023

Free Online Training: GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Virtual Training + Exam, April 21

by Hani // Social media manager

This course provides essential strategies and work practices that make buildings more efficient. GBCI, AIA, and PDH credits are available!

The construction industry is moving quickly towards greene

California Green Building

0 replies | 2004 views | Posted on: 03/14/2023 | Last updated: 03/16/2023

Free Webinar: All about DOE Zero Energy Ready v2, March 29, 12–2pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

The DOE Zero Energy Ready Program comprises several stepping stones, including the hers Index, Energy Star, and EPA Indoor Air Plus. Please understand these programs well to understand DOE Zero E

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1471 views | Posted on: 02/21/2023 | Last updated: 02/22/2023

Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit, March 12-15, Phoenix, Arizona

by Hani // Social media manager

Infocast’s unified Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit in 2022 gathered an unprecedented number of leading industry players to network and get fully briefed on the renewables

0 replies | 993 views | Posted on: 02/07/2023 | Last updated: 02/07/2023

Free Webinar: What the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Means for All-Electric Construction, January 26, 12pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

With cutting edge technologies like heat pumps, electric fireplaces, induction stoves and heat pump water heaters, the all-electric home is already the less expensive, decarbonized and more premium op

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Construction,Heat Pumps,Technology,Decarbonization,Electrification,inflation,Inflation Reduction Act

0 replies | 875 views | Posted on: 01/17/2023 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Online Panel Discussion: How Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings? August 18, 8 am

by Built Environment Plus (Formerly USGBC Massachusetts)

BuiltEnvironment Plus is bringing in industry expert presenters for a final 90-minute discussion. Dr. Joseph G. Allen will begin with an introductory 15-minute presentation to set the stage for over a

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1165 views | Posted on: 07/31/2020 | Last updated: 07/31/2020

Webinar: Data Driven Sustainability in Building, August 12, 11:45 am MDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Attend this session to learn how to launch an effective digital sustainability strategy by leveraging technology and mining valuable data. Presenters with diverse backgrounds will illuminate where dat

Filed under: Online Courses

Related to: Other

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: USGBC CO,Technology,Building Data

0 replies | 1751 views | Posted on: 07/01/2020 | Last updated: 07/02/2020

Webinar: Small Projects vs. Climate Change, June 29, 1-2 PM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join USGBC and AIA Chicago for the Small Projects vs. Climate Change webinar. In this webinar, we will share strategies and fundamental sustainable concepts that will help small residen

Filed under: Climate Change

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Climate Change,Sustainability,sustainable design,Small Projects

0 replies | 1241 views | Posted on: 06/17/2020 | Last updated: 06/17/2020

Boston Area Solar Energy Association (BASEA) Forum: Thursday, Nov. 10: Roxbury Community College - A Green Urban Campus, Cambridge

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum Thursday, November 10 Roxbury Community College - A Green Urban Campus Ameresco and the Energy Savings Performance Contract (ESPC) Approach First …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Boston Area Solar Association - BASEA

0 replies | 585 views | Posted on: 11/08/2016 | Last updated: 11/08/2016

FREE Webinar: Avoiding Common Mistakes for Multifamily Passive House Designers, Developers and Builders - 6/16, 12-1pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Designing a Passive House is not easy and yet it is actually the easy part when considering the entire design and construction process! Weather, sequencing, materials, low skilled workers, apathy, ine

Filed under: Green Living

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Passive House Massachusetts,Multifamily Housing,Green Design,Green Construction

0 replies | 1164 views | Posted on: 05/25/2020 | Last updated: 05/25/2020

FREE Webinar Hosted by NBI, Codes and Policies to Advance Zero Goals: Policies for Retrofits and New Construction, June 18, 11 am - 12 pm PDT

by Connie NBI

This is a Best of the Forum session. States and local governments are actively developing policy approaches aimed at driving towards zero energy and/or zero carbon new buildings and deep emission redu

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Net Zero Energy,NZE

0 replies | 933 views | Posted on: 05/06/2020 | Last updated: 05/07/2020

FREE Webinar: 100% Clean Energy States and the 100% Clean Energy Collaborative, May 11, 3-4 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA) webinar will provide an overview of the goals and activities that 14 states plus the District of Columbia have undertaken to achieve 100% clean electricity. Da

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: CESA,Clean Energy States Alliance

0 replies | 1111 views | Posted on: 05/03/2020 | Last updated: 05/03/2020

International Well Building Institute (IWBI) - FREE WELL AP Exam Prep - Virtual Training, April 16, 11 am or 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This is session 2 of the FREE WELL AP 5 week course, but it's not too late to join!

Click to listen to WELL AP Session 1, which was recorded on April 2.

Join IWBI for a free WELL A

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Buildings,Well AP

0 replies | 2308 views | Posted on: 04/05/2020 | Last updated: 04/05/2020

Climate Change and Building Resilient Communities, Monday April 10, 5:30-7:30 pm - Providence

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Climate Change and Building Resilient Communities Monday, April 10 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island 500 Exchange St Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Hosted by Woona…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Climate Change

0 replies | 1289 views | Posted on: 03/23/2017 | Last updated: 03/23/2017

Danish school has installed the world’s largest solar facade

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

A new building in Copenhagen is covered by 12,000 colorful solar tiles, making it one of the largest building-integrated solar power plants in Denmark. The tiles completely cover the building and will…

Filed under: Green Schools

Keywords: Solar,Facade,Schools

0 replies | 3710 views | Posted on: 03/04/2017 | Last updated: 03/04/2017

EcoInventorium Reception: Innovators Advancing the Performance Spectrum of "Green", Feb 24, 5:30-7:30pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

EcoInventorium Reception: Meet the Innovators Advancing the Performance Spectrum of "Green" When: Friday, February 24th from 5:30-7:30pm Where: Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems (CM…

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Center for Maximum Potential Building Systems,Green Development

0 replies | 716 views | Posted on: 02/19/2017 | Last updated: 02/19/2017

Introduction to NEWHAB - the Network for Energy, Water, and Health in Affordable Buildings

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

I have been pleased to recently discover NEWHAB - the Network for Energy, Water, and Health in Affordable Buildings. That's a long title, and there's a lot of work to do to ensure that everyone has a…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Affordable Housing,Healthy Buildings

0 replies | 1764 views | Posted on: 02/09/2017 | Last updated: 10/13/2017

Event: America’s Water Crisis: An Issue of Environmental Justice. Friday, February 10, 2017, 9:30 am to 2:00 pm, Fordham Law School, NY

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

America’s Water Crisis: An Issue of Environmental Justice Friday, February 10, 2017, 9:30 am to 2:00 pm Fordham Law School, Skadden Conference Center, Constantion Room (2nd Floor), 150 West 62n…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: New York Events,Water Crisis,Environmental Justice

0 replies | 824 views | Posted on: 01/30/2017 | Last updated: 01/30/2017

A different kind of commute: single-seat automaker aims to break into the electric car market

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Jerry Kroll, a race-car driver by trade and the CEO of Electra Meccanica, aims at bringing a single-seat electric car to the global electric car market in 2017. "Most people drive by themselves in …

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Electra Meccanica,Single-seat car

0 replies | 2282 views | Posted on: 01/17/2017 | Last updated: 01/20/2017

GTM Webinar: A Redesigned Approach to Solar Deployment for Faster Integration and Increased Reliability (12/13 @ 2pmEST)

by aahassonjee

An energy system is, in some ways, like a neighborhood: even indirect actions can have immediate effects. The impending influx of solar energy resources requires adaptation from neighboring resources …

Filed under: Webinars

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 451 views | Posted on: 12/01/2016 | Last updated: 12/01/2016

 

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