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Every architect, designer and contractor looking for healthy, sustainable materials knows how challenging it can be. Finding products with the right documentation for LEEDv4.1 or WELL, assessing embod
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Heat pumps are an integral technology to achieving deep decarbonization in both new and existing buildings. However, there are many types and applications for heat pumps that have different considerat
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Free Webinar: Tools to estimate moisture and humidity risk, March 6, 12–1pm EST
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
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Delve into the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEEHRA) Program and Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program offered through the Inflation Reduction Act.
With an anticipated $582 million f
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Commercial organizations are increasingly accounting for tenant and scope 3 emissions, but reducing these emissions and tracking progress toward a target remains a challenge. Join this webinar to hear
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Free Webinar: Assembling the Zero-Carbon Home, January 25, 9am-12pm
Zero-carbon homes are on the fast track to mitigate climate change. Using less energy for space conditioning and hot water production throughout the year than conventional duel-fuel systems, zero-carb
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Transport yourself to the enchanting realm of the Secret Garden and immerse yourself in a truly exquisite evening!
USGBC-LA extend a warm invitation to you to join them in celebrating the 19th Annu
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Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101, Free and Online, December 5, 12-2 pm ET
Course overview
For many building professionals, understanding the energy code can feel overly complicated. Luckily, Urban Green is here to help! Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101 pr
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The 50001 Ready Program and 50001 Ready Navigator tool are designed to help organizations combine energy efficiency and decarbonization activities into one systematic, continuous improvement process.
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2019 New Gravity Housing Conference, August 1-2, Philadelphia, PA
The reality of climate change will fundamentally alter the way buildings are designed, built, and operated in the coming decades.
At the same time, the need for quality affordable housing that can
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Speaker Series at Night: Constructing a Green, Global Future, June 25, 5:00-7:00pm, Austin, TX
Kicking off Global Week, ABoR is hosting a special evening edition of our Speaker Series. Join us for cocktails as we discuss innovative green building programs that are making sustainability the
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Sustainable Buildings Forum, June 4, 7:30-11:30am, Madison, WI
Many firms have at least one or two showcase projects that have reached aspirational sustainable design goals. The challenge is to maintain this level of performance across a portfolio and move your b
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Next Generation Water Summit, June 12-14, Santa Fe, NM
The 3rd annual Next Generation Water Summit will be held on June 12-June 14, 2019. The Summit focuses on water conservation and water reuse in the arid Southwest. It brings together builders, des
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December 17, Green Schools Tour - Newton North High School
Join the Massachusetts Green Building Council Green Schools Committee for a tour of Newton North High School! www.usgbcma.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=648 Tour NNHS's LEED facility and learn a…
Massachusetts Water Forum & Youth Summit, March 19 (World Water Day), The State House, Boston
No One Left Behind:
Water Resilience through Innovation
The 7th Annual Massachusetts Water Forum and Youth Summit is hosted by the Foundation for a Green Future along with Renewable Now Network an
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Building Re-Tuning: an Energy Sustainability Series, February 27, 7:30am-3pm, Monroeville, PA
The Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) is offering a three-workshop Building Re-Tuning (BRT) series, reviewing a low-cost/no-cost approach to ensuring that a building is ope
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There are varied material options available for restrooms, locker rooms, and other applications. Learn about HDPE, its physical attributes, composition, design options and sustainable contributions to
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Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training, Jan 22-25, Pittsburgh, PA
In our continuing effort to support healthy & high performance buildings, we are happy to bring you Passive House Tradesperson Training! Green Building Alliance has been working with its par
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Off and On: The Climate Movement and the Road Through Paris Date: Thursday, September 10, 2015 - 7pm Location: Brooklyn Academy of Music Admission: Sliding Scale- Pay what you can Can't attend -…
The 8th Annual Boston GreenFest is this weekend! August 21st-23rd, Boston City Hall Plaza - FREE!
Boston GreenFest is the region's largest multicultural environmental music festival. Boston GreenFest is a celebration of life and possibility, providing you with ideas and experiences that can shape …
5th Annual Berkshire East Wind Festival! August 9, Charlemont, MA
What: The 5th Annual Berkshire East Wind Festival! Where: Berkshire East Mountain Resort in Charlemont, MA When: Sunday, August 9th at 12:00 PM Are you interested in learning more about the renew…
USGBC Introduces PEER: Energy Efficiency and Environment
The predominant green building governmental organization in the US has introduced a new way for consumers to see where their electricity for their building is coming from. Although they can't identify…
Thu, May 28, 2015 2 - 3 PM EDT Modeling product concepts is the start of a journey to scaling production. Environmental performance can be included every step of the way. Learn from educators with …
USGBC EPMA's Earth Day Service Project April 25, 9 am - 12 noon Come join us for a clean-up at Franklin Park! As part of the Charles River Watershed Association’s (CRWA) annual Earth Day clea…
Massachusetts Green Communities
I recently was told about a government program in which municipalities can register as 'green communities' and gain additional funding and grants for installing green initiatives and renewable energy …
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