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Webinar: Applying Regenerative Principles in Your Work, January 7, 7-8 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

This interactive session invites participants to further develop and apply regenerative thinking at home, in work, and across other dimensions of daily life.

Build It Green, in partnership with Bil

Free Webinar, Tools and Resources to Help Communities Navigate Materials Management, November 14, 11 am - 12 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

With amendments to Part 115 of Michigan’s Solid Waste Law going into effect earlier this year, now is a great time to learn what tools and resources EGLE offers to communities to assist them wit

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 644 views | Posted on: 10/27/2023 | Last updated: 10/27/2023

Free Webinar: Home Energy Series- Solar & Storage: Your Energy Generation & Storage Plan, November 8, 4-6pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This is a San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) class. In session three of this three part Home Energy series, instructor Spencer Rosen will help make solar energy feel less daunting so you can des

California Green Building

0 replies | 620 views | Posted on: 10/10/2023 | Last updated: 10/10/2023

USGBC Virginia Webinar: Healthcare and Sustainable Buildings, October 11, 10 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Dive into the opportunities of healthcare-focused buildings to reduce emissions and waste, improving their ability to serve the communities in which they are located with the USGBC Virginia community.

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Healthy Building,Social Equity,Indoor Air Quality,Healthcare

0 replies | 779 views | Posted on: 09/26/2023 | Last updated: 09/26/2023

Green Rehab and Deep Energy Retrofits, Presented by Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Online, 6 M/W Sessions from October 16 - November 1

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

There are about 125 million existing homes in the U.S. representing the most significant and yet challenging opportunities to save energy and reduce our carbon footprint.

But how do we approach gre

0 replies | 950 views | Posted on: 09/11/2023 | Last updated: 09/11/2023

Northeast Energy and Commerce Association (NECA) 2023 Fuels Conference, September 18, Boston, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The transition to renewable and clean energy sources is paramount, but it cannot be achieved without addressing pipeline networks and transportation fuels that have long been the backbone of global en

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 974 views | Posted on: 08/22/2023 | Last updated: 08/22/2023

Free Online Workshop: Environmental, Social & Governance ESG for Businesses, Online, August 30, 9-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

ESG has quickly become a hot topic in the market, but what does it mean to your business?

‌Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) reporting is a framework that can help your company beco

California Green Building

0 replies | 1086 views | Posted on: 08/04/2023 | Last updated: 08/04/2023

Free Webinar: Save Money On An Electric Car: Rebates & Incentives, July 26, 7 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

Federal and state incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) have all changed recently, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the 2022 climate bill in Massachusetts, and new program announcements f

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electric Vehices,Electrification,Electric Power,EVs

0 replies | 783 views | Posted on: 07/13/2023 | Last updated: 07/14/2023

Make ESG Work for You, A San Diego Green Building Council Webinar, July 20, 11am - 1pm PT

by himj // Student Of Green Building

ESG – Environmental, Social, Governance. This term is caught up in the public, sustainability circles, across industries, and various investment types, yet at its core can be a universal strateg

California Green Building

0 replies | 1014 views | Posted on: 06/23/2023 | Last updated: 06/23/2023

USGBC Southern Colorado's Wintergreen 2021, Online: Building Materials - Making an Impact, March 17, 3 pm MT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join the USGBC Southern Colorado committee for their annual Wintergreen event!

What are the ethical and business cases for paying increased attention to materials in the built environment? Join us

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Healthy Building Materials,Materials,Air Quality,Colorado,Environmental Health

0 replies | 1090 views | Posted on: 02/19/2021 | Last updated: 02/24/2021

Webinar: Health and Wealth Series - Empower Yourself to Wellness in Your Home, March 5, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

American Homes can be some of the most toxic places. Learn how to keep you and your families safe with tips on how to create a healthy living space, testing your home for toxins and how to prevent Cov

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Building,Green Homes,Toxicity,Wellness

0 replies | 1335 views | Posted on: 02/02/2021 | Last updated: 02/03/2021

FREE Webinar: Climate Mobilization Act Primer, February 17, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Get informed on New York City climate legislation and its impact on buildings. Register now for the Climate Mobilization Act Primer, a one-hour seminar examining the basic principles of the Clima

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: New York,Climate Mobilization Act

0 replies | 1034 views | Posted on: 01/20/2021 | Last updated: 01/20/2021

Webinar: Zero Carbon Zero Bills, Presented by Zero Carbon Home, January 21, 6pm CST

by SarahA

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

Filed under: Green Building Finance

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Sustainability,Solar Energy,Carbon Reduction,Net Zero Energy,Zero Carbon,Carbon Footprint,Zero Carbon Home

0 replies | 1342 views | Posted on: 01/02/2021 | Last updated: 01/02/2021

Webinar: Ending Energy Poverty May 30th 11:30-1:00pm

by Matt Z. // Student

Global electrification reached 85.3% in 2014, however, over 1 billion people still do not have electricity and more than 2.7 billion people are without clean cooking facilities. What has worked in…

Filed under: Energy

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Energy Access,Affordable Energy

0 replies | 3112 views | Posted on: 05/22/2017 | Last updated: 05/23/2017

Electric Lawn Care Equipment by Husqvarna - Eliminate Gas, Reduce Noise and Pollution, and Save Energy (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


Caleb Peck from Husqvarna recently spoke with Green Builder Matt Hoots about Husqvarna’s residential and commercial electric mowers and other lawn and maintenance equipment, some of which

Filed under: Landscaping and Land Management

Keywords: Electrification,Lawn care,Mowers,Landscaping,Edgers,Trimmers,Blowers,Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawn and Garden Equipment

0 replies | 8597 views | Posted on: 12/06/2020 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Webinar: Selecting Healthy Insulation and Air Sealants

by samanthaklein // Intern

Insulation and air sealing are two cost-effective ways to increase the energy efficiency of a home. However, the chemicals that are found in some of these products or used during their production can

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Climate Change,Energy,Materials,Health

0 replies | 1417 views | Posted on: 11/27/2020 | Last updated: 11/27/2020

Webinar: Intro to "Living" Affordable Housing - ILFI Education Series, November 19, 7:45 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join your local Living Future Collaborative for a live-viewing of the International Living Future Institute’s online course, Intro to “Living” Affordable Housing.Our future is s

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Affordable Housing,International Living Future Institute,Green Homes

0 replies | 1341 views | Posted on: 11/11/2020 | Last updated: 11/11/2020

BOOST 2020: The Midwest’s Emerging Entrepreneurs in Sustainability, November 10, 6 - 8pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

BOOST is a platform for early-stage entrepreneurs with innovative products and services to provide sustainable change in the Midwest. BOOST 2020 will be a virtual showcase, welcoming hundreds of suppo

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability,Midwest

0 replies | 1493 views | Posted on: 10/25/2020 | Last updated: 10/25/2020

HeatSmart Mass: Technology Overview and Questions Webinar; August 7

by AbbieKnight

MassCEC will provide an overview of the HeatSmart Mass program, answer questions about the RFP, and provide an overview of each of the eligible technologies.

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 729 views | Posted on: 08/07/2017 | Last updated: 08/07/2017

NYSERDA Webinar: NextGen HVAC Technology Challenges - PON 3519 - July 20, 1:30-3:30 (In person discussion as well, in Syracuse)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NYSERDA WEBINAR: NextGen HVAC Technology Challenges PON 3519 Thursday, July 20, 2017 1:30p to 3:30p SyracuseCoE HQ, Room 203 The NYSERDA NextGen HVAC funding opportunity (PON 3519) will offer…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: HVAC Technology

0 replies | 1913 views | Posted on: 07/19/2017 | Last updated: 07/19/2017

USGBC-LA turns 15

by StacySinclair // Technical writer

This week, USGBC-LA is celebrating 15 years. So, it’s a teenager. And like most teens, we can still remember its birth, we see much hope for the future, and in the present, there can be a lot going …

Filed under: Industry Organizations and Associations

0 replies | 1139 views | Posted on: 07/13/2017 | Last updated: 07/13/2017

Green Night on July 12

by AbbieKnight

Interested in learning more about clean, low-maintenance electric vehicles? Don't miss the next Green Night on July 12th! Massachusetts has been overseeing the installation of electric vehicle (EV) c…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1263 views | Posted on: 07/03/2017 | Last updated: 07/03/2017

Getting Started With Energy Savings Plus Health Webinar, July 11

by AbbieKnight

Interested in taking a proactive approach to protecting indoor air quality (IAQ) while boosting energy efficiency in your school district? This webinar will take you through the steps for getting star…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Energy Savings

0 replies | 2128 views | Posted on: 06/23/2017 | Last updated: 06/23/2017

EBC Climate Change Program Series: Part Four - Adaptation and Resiliency Programs at Institutions June 23 7:30am-12:30pm

by Matt Z. // Student

This EBC Climate Change Series of five programs will examine the latest adaptation and resiliency programs at the city, state, and federal level as well as at institutions and in the private sector. …

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cimate Resilience

0 replies | 1395 views | Posted on: 06/12/2017 | Last updated: 06/12/2017

Webinar: Teaching Systems Thinking to Fill the Climate Literacy Gap, June 1, 1:15 to 2:45 PM EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Teaching Systems Thinking to Fill the Climate Literacy Gap What will it take to produce a workforce that understands the relationships between environmental, social, and business factors so we can…

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 1048 views | Posted on: 05/31/2017 | Last updated: 05/31/2017

 

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