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Going Beyond Green Luncheon Series: Healthy & Efficient Buildings, August 8, Toledo, OH 11:30am-1:00pm

by AidanAnthony // Intern

Join the Toledo Lucas County Sustainability Commission and the USGBC Ohio NW Regional Team as they host quarterly luncheons focused on sustainability topics important to the region. A panel of lo

Filed under: Ohio

Green Building Advocacy

0 replies | 1529 views | Posted on: 06/26/2019 | Last updated: 07/07/2019

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently: California’s Electrification Transition and What it Means for Your Home, October 16, 9am-12pm

by Hani // Social media manager

On the average Californians consume less water than the residents of other states. Even so there is a need for us to conserve even more water. The construction community has an opportunity to further

California Green Building

0 replies | 549 views | Posted on: 09/29/2023 | Last updated: 09/29/2023

Free PG&E Webinar: Strategies for the Decarbonization of Universities, Colleges, and Schools - Practical Solutions Today!, October 5, 9-10 am

by Hani // Social media manager

This webinar is offered in partnership with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E). The decarbonization of universities, colleges, and schools is a hot topic and conjures up the following questions:

California Green Building

0 replies | 795 views | Posted on: 09/14/2023 | Last updated: 09/14/2023

Emerald Evening 2023, September 21, 5:30-9:30 pm, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

by Hani // Social media manager

Join Green Building Alliance to celebrate three decades of healthy and high-performing spaces in Western Pennsylvania!  

At this year’s event, Green Building Alliance is h

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1771 views | Posted on: 08/26/2023 | Last updated: 08/28/2023

Free Webinar: How to Electrify Your Home – Planning Considerations, September 12, 4-6 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Homeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired to electric-powered appliances). When done correctly, home electrification brings a plethora of benefits

California Green Building

0 replies | 1001 views | Posted on: 08/09/2023 | Last updated: 08/09/2023

Free EEBA Webinar: Survey Says – The Latest Consumer Insights on Health and Sustainability, August 3, 2 pm Central

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The consumer mindset around what is desired in a home is constantly evolving. Review the latest survey insights from homeowners and single-family renters from around the country. Dive deep into energy

0 replies | 768 views | Posted on: 07/17/2023 | Last updated: 07/17/2023

Commercial Building Decarb Summit: Getting Past Politics to the Technical, Economic, and Practical Reality, July 26, 1-6 pm, Chicago, Illinois

by Hani // Social media manager

Use the promo code IGA23 at checkout to receive the member price of $25!

Join BOMA Chicago and Illinois Green Alliance for a timely half-day summit exploring industry trends and best prac

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 791 views | Posted on: 07/03/2023 | Last updated: 07/03/2023

Free Webinar, YMCA: Constructing the Future- Green Building Program Info Session, July 12, 10-11am ET

by himj // Student Of Green Building

YMCA Green Building Program provides the skills training required to work successfully in the Green Building Construction industry. Training focuses on pre-employment preparation, hands-on training fo

0 replies | 647 views | Posted on: 06/12/2023 | Last updated: 06/12/2023

Free Green Building Webinar: Designing Touchless Solutions for Proper Hand Hygiene in Commercial Restrooms, June 14, 12-1 Pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

How can commercial restroom design reduce touchpoints, promote proper hand hygiene, and reduce the spread of infection? This course explores this timely question. Attendees will first hear an overview

0 replies | 839 views | Posted on: 05/30/2023 | Last updated: 05/31/2023

What’s New in the 2020 NYC Energy Code, A Free Online Class, 12 - 1:30 pm, May 31

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

This free online class, tailored for design and building professionals, covers the major updates to the 2020 NYCECC and how they relate to Local Law 97.

Filed under: Education

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: AIA credits,PDH,GCBI,LU-HSW

0 replies | 1310 views | Posted on: 05/10/2023 | Last updated: 05/13/2023

Green Cleaning Your Home, September 17, Sarasota, FL

by AbbieKnight

This class will explore using inexpensive common household products that are effective and safe for our environment and your health. Register early at ufsarasotaext.eventbrite.com to sa

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Cleaning

0 replies | 1422 views | Posted on: 08/13/2019 | Last updated: 08/13/2019

USGBC-LA Women In Green Committee Kickoff: September 4, Los Angeles, CA

by AidanAnthony // Intern

This will be the kickoff event to launch the new Women In Green Committee within USGBC-LA, in advance of our fall event. The purpose of this meeting is to discuss the mission statement for this c

California Green Building

0 replies | 1567 views | Posted on: 07/26/2019 | Last updated: 07/26/2019

TinyFest NorthWest 2019 August 17-18, Rickreall, OR

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Come celebrate tiny living at TinyFest NorthWest! Explore a variety of tiny houses from pro-builders and DIYers. Tour tiny houses on wheels, backyard cottages, shipping container homes, vans, bus conv

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Tiny Houses

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 1495 views | Posted on: 07/17/2019 | Last updated: 07/17/2019

EcoDistricts: Director of Marketing + Communications - Apply by June 19!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The EcoDistricts team works hard to help create just, sustainable and resilient cities and neighborhoods for all, and we appreciate your interest in helping us accelerate the EcoDistricts movement. We…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 1235 views | Posted on: 06/17/2015 | Last updated: 02/13/2017

Modeling 101: Energy Modeling for Code Compliance, High Performance Buildings, and Building Retrofits, July 9, New York, NY

by Gina Pryciak // Student

This training provides a general overview of energy modeling, including the following:

  • The history of whole building simulation and the underlying building science

  • Applications o

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,High Performance Building,Retrofit,Energy Codes

0 replies | 1558 views | Posted on: 06/12/2019 | Last updated: 06/12/2019

North American Passive House Network (NAPHN) Annual Conference + Expo, June 27-29, NYC, NY

by North American Passive House Network (NAPHN)

The NAPHN19 Conference will investigate how professionals and policymakers are implementing Passive House, at scale, today.

From fully certified buildings to rethinking how their work and built env

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Passive House,NAPHN,New York Green Building

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 06/04/2019 | Last updated: 08/09/2019

Portland: Manufacturers for Transparency, May 30, Portland, OR

by AbbieKnight

Manufacturers for Transparency (MfT) is co-hosting this event with the Portland Material Transparency Collaborative (PMTC) to kick-off the new manufacturers group and better understand the various &ls

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Transparency,Materials Transparency

0 replies | 1121 views | Posted on: 05/15/2019 | Last updated: 05/16/2019

Careers in Energy Today, Tomorrow, & Beyond, April 25, Boston, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

IEEE PES Women in Power (WiP) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) are hosting a panel discussion on April 25, 2019 5:00PM-8:00PM at WPI Seaport in Boston: Careers in Energy Today, Tomorrow,

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Jobs

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 04/20/2019 | Last updated: 04/20/2019

2016 Kick Off Meeting - Northern Branch Steering Committee, 2/4/16 - 5 - 6:30 pm MST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC Colorado - Northern Branch Steering Committee 2016 Kick Off Meeting February 04, 2016 5:00 PM MST to 6:30 PM MST Brendle Group 212 West Mul…

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: USGBC Colorado

0 replies | 899 views | Posted on: 01/26/2016 | Last updated: 01/26/2016

Community Shared Solar Event, MCAN Chapter Get Together Dec, 9 - 6 pm, Brookline

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Community Solar Panel/MCAN Event (Mass Climate Action Network) December 09, 2015 at 6pm - 9pm All Saints Parish Church 1773 Beacon St Brookline, MA We are holding a round table to get chapter…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: MCAN,Community Solar

0 replies | 1208 views | Posted on: 12/07/2015 | Last updated: 12/07/2015

French President Francois Hollande Will Not Attend G20 Summit in Antalya, Turkey

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

The G20, an inclusive grouping of countries at varying levels of development and income, is well placed to promote the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs), which is a universal framework to be pursue…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

0 replies | 953 views | Posted on: 11/14/2015 | Last updated: 11/14/2015

Massachusetts Energy Policy Rally - September 29, 12 - 5 pm - At the State House

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Massachusetts legislators are about to make a series of monumental decisions about energy policy -- the kind of decisions that come only once every few decades. Our state is poised to spend billions t…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Policy,Mass Power Forward,clean energy,Solar,Wind

0 replies | 1583 views | Posted on: 09/27/2015 | Last updated: 09/27/2015

White House Announces NY Passive House Initiative

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

From the White House: http://1.usa.gov/1Ee0b1U For more information: http://nypassivehouse.org/white-house-announces-passive-house-initiative/ New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) has …

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Affordable Housing,clean energy,New York,NYSERDA,Passive House,White House

0 replies | 2124 views | Posted on: 09/04/2015 | Last updated: 09/04/2015

Living Product Expo in Pittsburgh

by Chelsea W. // Student

Date: September 16-18, 2015 Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania The Living Product Expo is a groundbreaking new event that will bring together leading minds…

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Related to: Products,Trade Shows and Events ,Other Green Building - Other

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Sustainable Products,Green Products,Pennsylvania Events

0 replies | 1412 views | Posted on: 08/10/2015 | Last updated: 08/31/2015

NY Officially Bans Fracking

by Chelsea W. // Student

Last week a monumental decision was made in New York State to officially ban high-volume hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”). Included in this decision was the release of the findings from the se…

Filed under: Environment News

Related to: Safety

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: news,New York,Fracking

0 replies | 2306 views | Posted on: 07/07/2015 | Last updated: 08/01/2016

 

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