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Free Webinar: Detailing for High Performance Roofs and Walls, March 21, 10-11 am

by Hani Social media manager

We know the concepts behind providing a great building envelope – air tight and well-insulated– but how, exactly, do we do that? In this course, 3C-REN will provide ‘sketch-level’ details of high-performance wall and… more...

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Free Webinar: Energy Code Enforcement Challenges and Opportunities in Rural Communities, March 21, 1-2pm EDT

by Hani Social media manager

With fewer building department staff, longer distances to travel between job sites, and less opportunity for workforce education and training, energy code enforcement can present unique challenges in rural communities. This webinar will hig… more...

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Free Webinar: Shining a Light on Photopollution: Outdoor Light Planning Issues, March 14, 11am-12pm EST

by Hani Social media manager

Participate in PSGV's Earth Hour efforts! Learn how outdoor lighting works, how vision works, and how the careless and excessive use of artificial light at night negatively affects us and the environment, as well as what to do about … more...

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Free Online Course by PG&E: Basics of Lighting Controls, March 12, 9-11am PT

by Hani Social media manager

This introductory course on lighting controls provides attendees a practical guide to common lighting control components found in commercial lighting systems. The class will introduce how to use controls to reduce energy consumption of ligh… more...

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Free Webinar: Extending Your Roofs Lifecycle: How to Get the Most Out of Your Roof, March 12, 1:30 pm

by Hani Social media manager

Buildings today incorporate lighter-weight structural materials than those built years ago. Contemporary roofing systems should, therefore, have the ability to withstand the increased substrate movements and deflections. Durability of the r… more...

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Virtual Event: Building a Sustainable Future: Energy-Efficient Construction Techniques, March 8

by Hani Social media manager

Are you interested in learning about the latest sustainable building practices and energy-efficient construction techniques? Join Tradebase for a virtual conference that brings together industry experts, developers, home builders, and … more...

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Going Electric for Heating and Cooling, and Water Heating, in a Residential Retrofit - #1920sMakeoverATL (Video)

Energy Efficiency,HVAC,Heating and cooling systems,Healthy Homes,Hot Water Heating,Heating,Cooling,1920sMakeoverATL

by Rate It Green Team

Join Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. for an exciting preview of the 1920sMakeoverATL deep energy retrofit project's heating and water heating systems.   For the project, Matt will be converting these s… more...

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Free Webinar: Intermediate Lighting – Sustainable Lighting, February 21, 5:30-7:30 pm PT

by Hani Social media manager

Sustainable design is a fundamental part of our lighting industry. As part of the design process, they aim to reduce the usage of energy and to reduce the wasteful impact on the environment we live in. A sustainable design should strive to … more...

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CertainTeed’s partnership with YouthBuild Philly Charter School is all about the Green.

YouthBuild USA, Inc.

by Eva Blake YouthBuild USA Green Initiative

http://buildingourfuturetogether.com/?p=2224 CertainTeed insulation is partnering with YouthBuild Philly to develop the next generation of green construction contractors by providing hands-on insulation installation training using the best … more...

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Free Webinar: Tools to estimate moisture and humidity risk, March 6, 12–1pm EST

by Hani Social media manager

Dive into moisture management for buildings with our hands-on app session. Learn how to tackle and predict moisture issues using an easy-to-use app built from a Google spreadsheet. Explore charts that make understanding moisture movement si… more...

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