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USGBC Public Policy Library
Do you ever find yourself wondering what policies are in place for Green Building across the nation? The United States Green Building Council (USGBC) has recently released a resource to help with this research. It's difficult if even pos… more...
0 replies | 2909 views | Posted on: 01/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/13/2017
California's Excellent Problem - Excess Solar Energy!
This spring California has seen a low demand for power during the day while solar energy continues to be churned out by panels that are able to supply power for 3 million homes - there is excess energy, and this creates an interesting probl… more...
1 replies | 3117 views | Posted on: 06/05/2016 | Last updated: 10/13/2017
Green Spaces Promote Safer Neighborhoods
I came across this the other day. I thought it was interesting because there is some cynicism involved with taxpayer money going into green spaces because hey think the spending on parks has a poor return on investment. The University Illin… more...
0 replies | 2096 views | Posted on: 01/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/13/2017
The New Yorkification of Solar, October 18th, 6-8pm, New York
In New York City, the barriers facing solar implementation are outmatched only by the demand for solar. The result is an enormous amount of creativity applied to solar design and installment. In a city of this density, the benefits are uniq… more...
0 replies | 577 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
Home Energy Labeling Information eXchange (HELIX) Virtual Summit, November 15, 1-4pm
Buying a home is the largest investment most of us make, but home buyers typically receive little or no information about how much energy they will need to power the homes they see listed for sale (or for rent). This, despite the fact that … more...
0 replies | 2356 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
4th Annual WCS Talks, Women in Cleantech & Sustainability, Saturday, November 4, Mountain View
WCS Talks is a TED Style event featuring the brightest minds and most inspiring stories of the clean economy metamorphosis occurring all over the world. The annual event features both women and men from a variety of sectors sharing their pe… more...
0 replies | 1030 views | Posted on: 09/27/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
Emerging Professionals of Urban Green Council Holiday Party, December 13th, New York
The Emerging Professionals of Urban Green Council invite you to our 2017 Holiday Party! Join us to celebrate a great year in green building at Central Bar. Don't miss EP's biggest party of the year—come hungry for some holiday treats a… more...
0 replies | 917 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon, November 14th, Atlantic City
Join us in Atlantic City for the Sustainable Jersey Annual Luncheon--the premier celebration for New Jersey’s sustainability community. This gathering includes leaders in the sustainability movement representing businesses, academic insti… more...
0 replies | 760 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
The 102nd Annual League of Municipalities Conference, November 13 –16th, Atlantic City, NJ
The award-winning conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Join 16,000 attendees and over 700 exhibitors as they converge in Atlantic City for three eventful days to share ideas, products, a… more...
0 replies | 726 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
LEED for Homes Green Rater Training with GreenHomes Institute 11/2 3, Webinar (11am-3pm, 4-8pm each day)
The LEED for Homes Green Rater Training is designed to prepare qualified participants to provide verification services on LEED for Homes projects. The GreenHome Institute, formerly The Alliance for Environmental Sustainability (AES) is a… more...
0 replies | 1126 views | Posted on: 10/09/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017
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