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Discussions with tag 'Carbon Reduction'
All Dutch trains now run 100% on wind power
Electric trains have always been a relatively sustainable mode of transport, with much lower emissions than cars, but as of the 1st of January, 2017, all electric train rides in the Netherlands have b…
Scottish Government unveils plans to meet half of country's electricity needs from renewables by 2030
The Scottish government has taken the first steps to heavily cutting the country’s reliance on North Sea oil and gas after calling for 50% of Scotland’s entire energy needs to come from renewables…
A film worth watching: How to keep cool without costing the Earth?
About 6% of the electricity generated in America is used to power air-conditioning systems that cool homes and offices. As countries such as Brazil, China and India grow richer, they will surely do li…
Germany calls for gas/diesel car ban by 2030
Germany isn't content with relying on financial incentives to usher in an era of pollution-free cars. The country's Bundesrat (federal council) approved a resolution that calls for a ban on new intern…
Leading businesses back 2050 Net Zero goal for buildings
Three leading businesses have committed to a global target to ensure all buildings have net zero carbon emissions by 2050. Engineering firm Integral Group, international property and infrastructure gr…
The Blackburn Energy Story: Creating a Sustainable World, March 1st 11:30am - 1pm
The Blackburn Energy Story: Creating a Sustainable World Through Invention, Entrepreneurship & Local Manufacturing Date/Time: Wednesday, March 1 - 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Place: 100 Cummings Ctr.…
Energypath 2017 For Our Future: Carbon Reduction on July 27 in Center Valley
Energypath 2017 For Our Future: Carbon Reduction, the Mid-Atlantic region's largest sustainable energy conference is an annual event held by Sustainable Energy Fund and attracts industry professionals…
Energy Storage: A Vital Element in a Lower Carbon World in Boston on August 10
Whether the reason is Energy Independence, National Security or Climate Change, reducing the use of Carbon will be critical to society’s future. One critically important aspect about fossil fuels is…
A quantum leap in Energy Efficiency
REVOLUTIONARY ENERGY SAVINGS FOR THE BUILT ENVIRONMENT #Smardt is the pioneer and world leader in manufacturing high efficiency #oil-free #chillers.These high-efficiency chillers typically can save…
Conversation on Getting Net Zero, Feb 28, 12pm-2pm, Pawtucket, RI
Getting to Net Zero – A Conversation and Workshop on Renewable Energy, Energy Efficiency, and Carbon Reduction
Please join Renew Energy Initiative (REI) & Rhode Island Business Climate Le
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CALGreen and Energy Code Seminar, July 19, 10:00-4:00pm, Irvine, CA
California Energy Code 2019: Challenges and Mandatory Changes
This three-hour session will bring you up to date on changes to the Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) for residential and non-residen
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Drawdown Illinois Summit, Chicago, IL, September 24
In order to truly reduce carbon across the city, region and state, every building professional and every community must be engaged in the adoption of vetted carbon drawdown strategies and solutions.&n
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Webinar: Zero Carbon Zero Bills, Presented by Zero Carbon Home, January 21, 6pm CST
How to cut your heating bill, electric bill and carbon footprint to zero, by someone who has done it - David Green
This webinar is free. It will help you to save a lot of money and cut your carbon
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Online: Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit, May 17- 20
The 2021 Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit features plenaries, sector meet-ups, interactive workshops, special events, and engaging and informative sessions.
Attend May 17-20, 2021 f
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Advancing Construction Decarbonization Summit, July 19-21, Chicago, IL
The business case for sustainable construction has never been stronger: pressures from clients, investors and regulatory bodies are escalating, forcing the construction industry to address and reduce
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Webinar: How to Design Effective Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction Programs, August 11, 1 pm EDT
Join the US Department of Energy for this peer exchange call from the Better Buildings Residential Network.
The Buildings Show, November 29-December 1, Toronto, Canada
The built environment is rapidly evolving. The Buildings Show takes you to the forefront of these changes and keeps attendees competitive with best-in-class continuing education opportunities. Fe
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