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2027 Green Schools Conference, February 8 - 10, Austin, Texas

Posted by: Srushti

The 17th annual Green Schools Conference (GSC) will be held February 8-10, 2027 at the Hyatt Regency in Austin

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0 replies | 62 views | Posted on: 08/05/2026

Regenerative, Resilient and Equitable Solutions for Large-scale Developments (Communities), November 6, 1 - 2 pm PT

Posted by: Srushti

Globally, leaders and policy makers are doubling down on achieving net-zero emissions, while achieving resilie

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0 replies | 77 views | Posted on: 08/03/2026

Free Webinar: High performing existing buildings with LEED O+M, December 4, 1 - 2 pm ET

Posted by: Srushti

It is not just about today’s buildings; it’s about a better future. To position every building on

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0 replies | 71 views | Posted on: 08/03/2026

Free Webinar: Energy Code Compliance Verification (Formerly HERS), September 9, 9:30 - 11 am PT

Posted by: Srushti

Under the new 2025 energy code, HERS rating is now called Energy Code Compliance (ECC), but regardless of the

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0 replies | 101 views | Posted on: 08/01/2026

Home Back Up Battery Power - Success Starts with Design and Client Expectations

Posted by: Allison Friedman


As electric demand grows with an increased emphasis on electrification and resilience in a time where th

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0 replies | 83 views | Posted on: 07/31/2026

Free Webinar: Passive House & Fire Resilience, September 30, 9 - 11 am PT

Posted by: Srushti

With the growing occurrence of devastating wildfires, there’s an imperative to make buildings fire-safe

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0 replies | 72 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Free Webinar: Ask the Experts - Heat Pump Water Heater & Solar Permitting, September 24, 12 - 1 pm PT

Posted by: Srushti

Join 3C-REN for an office-hours style open discussion focused on permitting requirements for heat pump wa

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0 replies | 35 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Free Webinar: Higher-Performance Residential Remodels, September 23, 9:30 - 11 am PT

Posted by: Srushti

Working through specific examples, they’ll help project teams identify strategies that have the highest

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0 replies | 43 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Free Webinar: 2025 Energy Code: Multifamily Ventilation, September 1, 12 - 1 pm PT

Posted by: Srushti

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is an important part of supporting Health & Safety for multifamily dwelling units

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0 replies | 130 views | Posted on: 07/27/2026

RE+ 26, November 16-19, Las Vegas, Nevada

Posted by: Srushti

Registration is now open for RE+ 26 at the Las Vegas Convention Center this November. Join your colleagues at

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0 replies | 123 views | Posted on: 07/24/2026

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Passivhaus Open Days 2026 - Winter edition, November 13 - 15, United Kingdom

Posted by: Srushti

Group: UK Green Building

Every year, Passivhaus buildings across the UK generously open their doors to visitors. Whether you are a self

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0 replies | 86 views | Posted on: 08/03/2026

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently - Electrification Opportunities for Plumbers, November 10, 9 - 10:30 am PT

Posted by: Srushti

Group: California Green Building

Electrification is taking form in California. Gas water heaters are being phased out in the Bay Area by 2027 a

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0 replies | 101 views | Posted on: 07/30/2026

Free Webinar: 2025 Code Breaker - Solar, Battery Zero Net Carbon Design for All Building Types, October 13, 12 - 1 pm PT

Posted by: Srushti

Group: California Green Building

Join Passive House for this one-hour presentation to review the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Sta

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0 replies | 96 views | Posted on: 07/30/2026

Passive Building in Practice: Design, October 13, 11 am - 1 pm

Posted by: Srushti

Group: Massachusetts Green Builders

The Architect’s Role in Passive Building is a course for practitioners who have completed PHMass’

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0 replies | 106 views | Posted on: 07/30/2026

Net Zero Conference, October 8, Los Angeles, California

Posted by: Srushti

Group: California Green Building

Net Zero Conference 2026, the 13th annual convening of climate leaders to re-envision the built environment an

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0 replies | 85 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Free Webinar: Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects (3 Part Series), October 6 - 22, 9 - 11 am PT

Posted by: Srushti

Group: California Green Building

Air sealing and insulating are foundational to high performance homes, with numerous interactive benefits for

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0 replies | 69 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Mayfield Renewables Education Summit, September 29 - 30, Chicago, Illinois

Posted by: Srushti

Group: Wisconsin Green Building Group

The MREA is thrilled to support Mayfield Renewables’ third annual Education Summit this fall! Join them&

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0 replies | 62 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

BE+ Bike Tour, September 19, Boston, Massachusetts

Posted by: Srushti

Group: Massachusetts Green Builders

Grab your helmet, water, snacks, and a bicycle to embark on an exciting journey with BE+!

Join the BE+ Emer

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0 replies | 49 views | Posted on: 07/29/2026

Green Building Showcase Awards Program & Celebration, November 4, Allston, Boston, Massachusetts

Posted by: Srushti

Group: Massachusetts Green Builders

Once a year, the Built Environment Plus community gathers to celebrate industry success in greening the built

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0 replies | 86 views | Posted on: 07/27/2026

Free Two Part Series: Crawlspace Retrofits in Electrification Projects, October 27 & 29, 9 am - 12 pm PT

Posted by: Srushti

Group: California Green Building

Discover practical strategies for sealing and insulating crawlspaces to boost home performance and comfort. Le

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0 replies | 88 views | Posted on: 07/27/2026

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I need a fabulous water-based poly or other eco floor coating

Posted by: Allison Friedman

I need a recommendation for a water-based poly. When I mentioned using a more environmentally friendly floor … more...

17 replies | 10734 views | Posted on: 05/13/2015

The Green Brick Wall

Posted by: StyroHome

If you attempt to build a "GREEN" home almost anywhere in America fo probably will run head-on to the Invisibl… more...

7 replies | 6014 views | Posted on: 10/08/2015

use of linoleum flooring in bathrooms

Posted by: Christine O.

Does anyone have any practical experience with linoleum, such as Marmoleum, in a bathroom? The general contrac

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6 replies | 10281 views | Posted on: 08/21/2017

Green Building Market: Driving the Future of Sustainable Construction

Posted by: alexa kelly

The Green Building Market is gaining significant momentum as the global construction industry shifts toward su

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6 replies | 149 views | Posted on: 04/13/2026

Clean Power

Posted by: Steven Fitzgerald

The EPA Clean Power Plan is the nation’s first comprehensive effort to reduce carbon pollution from electric… more...

5 replies | 5803 views | Posted on: 05/01/2015

Details / Specifications

Posted by: Louwrens van der Walt

Is there a company that supplies detailed drawings / specifications for the various green construction methods

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5 replies | 4551 views | Posted on: 03/14/2019

Please help my Mother-In-Law with a simple Intro to MDF products :)

Posted by: Allison Friedman

My mother-in-law is building a new home, and she wants an introduction to the difference between MDF and "real… more...

4 replies | 4668 views | Posted on: 05/06/2015

How do you determine how "green" a cabinet is?

Posted by: Jonathan Cabinet Representative

When looking at purchasing cabinetry for you home or business, what do you look for? I look for domestically … more...

4 replies | 6215 views | Posted on: 06/04/2015

Green Building Myth Busting: Nope, You're Not Allergic to Wool (Video)

Posted by: Rate It Green Team


Matt Hoots is always ready to bust a myth.  Recently, he was talking with Daman Dillon and Kristine

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4 replies | 10783 views | Posted on: 12/24/2020

Mini Split Compressor Placement in Cold Climates (Think about Snow and Other Conditions)

Posted by: Allison Friedman

It’s important to think about mini split condenser location in cold climates where it’s likely to

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4 replies | 17711 views | Posted on: 02/03/2022

Most Popular Groups View all »

Massachusetts Green Builders

A place to discuss local green building issues and events with your colleagues from Massachusetts. Feel free … more...

53 members | 1226 discussions

Equity and Green Building

Join this group to share information, news and events about making green and healthy buildings more affordable… more...

19 members | 75 discussions

Emerging Green Professionals

This is a group for students and professionals who are new to green building. Use this space to connect with o… more...

19 members | 32 discussions

New York Green Building Group

Come here to interact with others from New York State! Discuss local green building issues and events with you… more...

16 members | 634 discussions

California Green Building

This is a place to discuss California green building issues and events. Please post your news, events, questio… more...

15 members | 1133 discussions

Florida Green Building Group

There is so much green building going on in Florida, we needed a group to cover it all! This group is a place … more...

14 members | 171 discussions

Connecticut Green Building

Connecticut Green Building news and events. Add your news, events, questions, and comments. There's a lot goi… more...

13 members | 112 discussions

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

Georgia is home to some of the top sustainable green building talent in the nation. Within this group we will… more...

13 members | 107 discussions

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Colorado is the perfect environment to build high performance building that are cost effective and comfortable… more...

12 members | 174 discussions

Developing Technologies

We are on the edge of incredible technologies. Quantum physics will soon allow molecular surgery that will p… more...

11 members | 78 discussions

 

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