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FREE WEBINAR: Powering Your Home With Solar Energy, December 10, 7:00PM CST
Find out how you can shine with solar energy, even if you do not always get direct sunlight. In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Energy Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn:
- How so
Residents in low-income multifamily housing often struggle to afford energy for essential needs such as heating, cooking, and electronics. Climate change may increase these energy demands, and high en
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Green Building Innovation Expo, September 2, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Join the Green Building Alliance for the first-ever Green Building Expo!
Open to the public, the Pittsburgh Green Building Innovation Expo at the LEED-certified Highline building will hi
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Building electrification replaces fossil fuel systems with electric alternatives. As California shifts to all-electric homes, understanding home performance is essential. Key factors like energy effic
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Free Webinar: Ask the Experts: Heat Pump Water Heater Installations, June 27, 12-1 pm, PT
This will be an open discussion about Heat pump water heater installations with plumbers, builders, architects, and energy consultants. To ask participants to share or send in pictures of good, bad, a
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This course will teach real estate agents about the benefits of green homes and how focusing their business on marketing green homes can increase the number of available listings. It will also pr
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Free Webinar: Charging Series - Electric Vehicle Charging On The Go, June 11, 7 pm ET
Do you have questions about charging options for electric vehicles (EVs) when you are on the road? Attend the Charging on the Go webinar on June 11!
Green Energy Consumers Alliance will talk about:
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Join Illinois Green Alliance, RMI, and AIA Chicago to learn how strong codes make homes and buildings more resilient, comfortable, affordable to operate, and climate-aligned. In Illinois, over 46% of
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In 2017, former Etna Borough Councilwoman Megan Tuñón and her husband held the historic Ochse Building on the 341-343 block of Butler Street under conservatorship until the Etn
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USGBC Northeast Florida 2020 Leadership Awards, March 4, Jacksonville
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) Northeast Florida is committed to a sustainable, prosperous future through LEED, the leading program for green buildings and communities worldwide. With c
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PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder Training, March 29-April 2, Chicago, IL
Become a PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder (CPHB)
Superinsulation, airtight envelopes, high-performance window installation, site management, component sourcing—passive house construction
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The EBC 14th Annual Construction and Demolition (C&D) Materials Management Summit continues to be the primary industry forum that explores the state of the industry in New England. C&D materia
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LowC3 Conference, October 5-6 (Now Online!)
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Event organizers are planning to host this event in Lexington in fall 2020. Stay tuned for new dates.
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The University of Kentuc
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Department of Energy's Better Buildings Summit 2016, May 9-11 - Multifamily Track
Department of Energy, Better Buildings Summit 2016 May 9-11, 2016 in Washington D.C. The Better Buildings Summit is a national meeting where leading organizations across key sectors showcase solut…
All-Day LEED for Homes Workshop, December 10, Grand Rapids, MI
LEED certification is the most well-known green rating system in the world, but how does the new version work with residential spaces such as homes and multifamily?
Join as they take you
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VW and Vehicles Expo, December 6, Cocoa, FL
An event focused on Florida's Volkswagen Mitigation Plan and alternative fuel vehicle technology.
About this Event:
- Morning State Plan update and alt fuel technology sessions
- Meet wit
Solar & Energy Storage Midwest Conference, November 13-15, Chicago, IL
Solar and Energy Storage Midwest is featuring energy storage, wind, and installer-specific content. Join solar industry leaders and professionals from the region and gain insight into the latest trend
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The Exponential Growth of Electric Vehicle Adoption
The rise of electric car companies like Tesla, growing fears of climate change, and tougher policies on emissions have culminated in a growing attention on the electric vehicle industry. And the EV in…
Plastic vs. Reusable Bags: Which Bag Is Best?
Did you know that you need to reuse a canvas bag 171 times to mitigate the environmental impacts over a plastic bag? But now, due to the looming threat of climate change and the overfilling of our …
Green Festival Expo: SEPTEMBER 16-18 Los Angeles
Green Festival is back in LA for our 6th year! Join the Green Festival Marketplace by exploring over 250 exhibitors, learning from over 50 inspirational speakers, indulging in some delicious vegan or …
July 14th & August 11th: Nature Storytime for Sprouts - Individual Classes
Children ages 3-6 and their adult caregivers are invited to join Duke Farms in Hillsborough Township, NJ for a 90 minute nature themed monthly program. Each month Duke Farms' “sprouts” will use th…
Land Science Educator Network: Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year!
LandScience: Urban Planning Through a Virtual Internship!! 2016 - 2017 School Year Apply Now Mass Audubon and the University of Wisconsin are currently looking for environmental educators and o…
June 22nd: Energy Connections: State Efficiency Standards And Their Business Impact
EVENT DETAILS Many states, including Colorado, have energy efficiency resource standards that set specific long-term targets for electric utility’s energy savings. We’ll hear from several multi…
Putting a Price on Carbon, June 9, 6-7:30 pm, Amherst, Massachusetts
Mary Jo Maffei of "Climate Action Now" will discuss using carbon pricing to incentivize shifting from fossil fuels to things like locally-made biodiesel. Appetizers are on your host - guests cover …
Women and the Environment, "Ladies Lounge," April 21, 6:30-8:30- PM, Boston
GA + WEWORK + JUST US GALS Present: Ladies Lounge Women and the Environment, April 21, 6:30-8:3- PM, Boston GA Boston 51 Melcher Street Boston , MA 02210 On the eve of Earth Day, celebrate…
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