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Learn the Benefits of Healthy, High Performing Homes, Free Webinar Hosted by Sustainable Wellesley, March 10, 7 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Are you Renovating or Building a New Home?

Are you considering renovating or building a new home? Join local design experts on March 10 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for a free webinar focused on h

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1108 views | Posted on: 03/05/2022 | Last updated: 03/05/2022

The Green Home Guide: Sustainable Upgrades for an Eco-Friendly Abode, An Online Summit, January 1, 2-8 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

As The Green Home Guide marks the one-year milestone on a journey towards a more sustainable future, it's paramount to reflect on the choices shaping our daily lives, especially within t

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 895 views | Posted on: 12/06/2023 | Last updated: 12/06/2023

Find and Select Better Materials for LEED Projects with Ecomedes, Inc., December 14, 2 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Drastically reduce the time it takes to search for the best materials for a LEED or green building project, learn how to list a product, automate a product's LEED documentation process with one cl

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Healthy Building,Materials,LEED,built environment,Resource management

0 replies | 862 views | Posted on: 11/21/2023 | Last updated: 11/21/2023

Free Green Building Webinar: Through-Wall Flashings and Transition Membranes: Selection and Installation, November 29, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This presentation will cover a detailed explanation of the challenges and solutions facing through-wall flashings and transition membranes, provide a thorough description of the characteristics of sev

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Design,High Performance Building,Resilience,Walls,Life Cycle Analysis,Wall Systems

0 replies | 872 views | Posted on: 11/08/2023 | Last updated: 11/08/2023

USGBC Detroit Region, Women in Green Breakfast, November 6, 7:30-9:15 am Detroit, Michigan

by Hani // Social media manager

On November 6th, 2023, the USGBC Detroit Region will host a Women in Green Breakfast prior to the Sustainable Detroit Forum and we want you there. This signature breakfast celebrates women i

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 795 views | Posted on: 10/25/2023 | Last updated: 10/25/2023

Green Stormwater Infrastructure Webinar Series 2023 - Lessons Learned and Roundtable, November 2, 11 am ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Green stormwater infrastructure (GSI) can be used to supplement or replace traditional gray stormwater infrastructure for managing the impacts of rain in urban areas. GSI reduces pollution a

Filed under: Webinars

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Urban Planning,Water Infrastructure Systems,Rain Water Collection,Stormwater Management

0 replies | 985 views | Posted on: 10/07/2023 | Last updated: 10/08/2023

Built Environment Plus Green Building Showcase, October 26, 4-9:30 pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Once a year, the Built Environment Plus community gathers to celebrate industry success in greening the built environment at our annual Green Building Showcase. 

Join Built Environment Plus&nb

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1110 views | Posted on: 09/22/2023 | Last updated: 09/22/2023

Mechanical Rooms: Strategies for Electrification Retrofits in Homes, A Free Webinar, September 28, 9am - 12pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

For as long as people have been buildng homes, homes, we’ve been using some kind combustion appliance system to heat them. As a result, buildings are designed and constructed to safely mana

California Green Building

0 replies | 404 views | Posted on: 09/06/2023 | Last updated: 09/06/2023

Webinar: Health & Wellness: PFAS in the Built Environment, September 8, 12 - 1:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) are chemicals that don’t break down in the environment and can harm our health. This session focuses on raising awareness of PFAS in the built environm

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1242 views | Posted on: 08/18/2023 | Last updated: 08/18/2023

Solar for New Construction Affordable Housing, Online Summer Series Session 1: Financing and Contracting Choices: June 9, 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Resonant Energy, LISC Boston and the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (MACDC) for a summer series of free webinars exploring different topics relevant to installing

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1374 views | Posted on: 06/01/2022 | Last updated: 06/01/2022

Energy Upgrades in Historic Buildings Series: Hotel Marcel in New Haven, CT, Livestream, May 25, 1-2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Urban Green Council for the fourth episode of the Energy Upgrades in Historic Buildings series, featuring a case study of the hyper-sustainable Hotel Marcel, formerly the Pirelli B

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1305 views | Posted on: 05/18/2022 | Last updated: 05/18/2022

Free Online Deconstruction Masterclass Series by Rethos, Part 1: The Essentials, May 4, 10 am CDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

You've likely heard the term "deconstruction" floating around the reuse and preservation world. Or maybe you're familiar with the process and want to learn more alongside others

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Architecture,Materials,Deconstruction

0 replies | 887 views | Posted on: 04/16/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: The Importance of Effective Handwashing and It's Impact on Global Health, April 26, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Designing public handwashing solutions that are code compliant, with reliable performance and efficiencies in water and energy use, can present several challenges to both the architect and plumbing en

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Health,Public Health,Handwashing

0 replies | 1259 views | Posted on: 03/25/2022 | Last updated: 03/25/2022

WMGC - Western Massachusetts Green Night, January 10, Northampton - Energy Incentives in Western Massachusetts

by Amy

Attend Western Massachusetts Green Night at Platform Sports Bar from 5-7pm on January 10th to learn all about Energy Efficiency Incentives in Western Massachusetts. Mark Tajima and Tom Rossmassler…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: WMGC

0 replies | 1072 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/07/2018

Sustainability Careers: From Getting Started to Getting Ahead, Online, February 24, 5 pm PT / 8 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join the USGBC-LA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Emerging Professionals, and Women in Green Committees for a panel discussion about entering the sustainability job market and furthering your career

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

California Green Building

0 replies | 1946 views | Posted on: 02/04/2022 | Last updated: 02/04/2022

Mindfulness: Seeding Climate Innovation & Personal Resiliency, January 27, 12-1 PM PST

by Richard Minasian // Student

To jump-start the new year, WCS presents a discussion on how simple, yet profoundly impactful, mindfulness practices can bolster climatetech innovation, equity and personal resiliency. The panel will

Filed under: Resilience

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Cleantech,Innovation,Resiliency,Equity,Climate Resiliency,mindfulness

0 replies | 2256 views | Posted on: 01/04/2022 | Last updated: 01/04/2022

Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, January 12, Online, 3:30-5 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, including a review of past and proposed DSM programs, discussion of program economics, an evaluation of current low-income DSM programs and benchmarking analysi

Filed under: Energy

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

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Sustainable Development,DSM,Economic development

0 replies | 1458 views | Posted on: 12/08/2021 | Last updated: 12/09/2021

2019 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Development and Green Buildings, Apr 25 - 27, 2019, Qingdao, China

by YijunW

2019 3rd International Conference on Sustainable Development and Green Buildings (ICSDGB 2019) will be held in Qingdao, China during Apr.25-27, 2019, in conjunction with 2019 3rd International Confere…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1635 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/18/2018

Certified Passive House Consultant at Alliance Center, June 11, 9am - June 15, 4pm, Denver, Colorado

by YijunW

The Certified Passive House Consultant course is the core training in for the most energy efficient building standard worldwide. Learn the underlying principles of how to design any type of building f…

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1215 views | Posted on: 05/11/2018 | Last updated: 05/11/2018

Lighting Retrofits: Making the Best Choices Now to Ensure Future Performance, June 13, Sun Prairie, WI

by YijunW

REGISTER NOW Wednesday, June 13 Sun Prairie, WI 8:00 am–4 pm | $199 PRESENTER Stan Walerczyk CLEP Principal, Lighting Wizards HOSTED BY AIA Wisconsin​​ LED technologies will last …

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 823 views | Posted on: 05/03/2018 | Last updated: 05/03/2018

Renewable Energy and Low Carbon Innovation Event, All Energy Exhibition and Conference, May 1-3, Glasgow, Scotland

by YijunW

All-Energy is the UK’s leading renewable energy and low carbon innovation event, showcasing the latest technologies and services for the energy supply chain and both private and public sector energy…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

UK Green Building

0 replies | 804 views | Posted on: 04/26/2018 | Last updated: 04/26/2018

Gubernatorial Forum on Energy and the Environment, April 23, 5-7pm, Boston, MA

by YijunW

Come hear the candidates discuss their ideas and positions on the critical environmental issues we face. The discussion will be moderated by Katie Lannan of State House News Service. Democratic candid…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1066 views | Posted on: 04/13/2018 | Last updated: 04/13/2018

17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo / April 19 / Los Angeles

by JulieDB // Communications in Green Building, Sustainability

Join thought-leaders, from across 88 LA area cities, who are dedicated to a sustainable and energy efficient built environment for all communities. The 17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo …

Filed under: Education

Keywords: Green Building,Design,Sustainable Transportation,Social Equity,Net Zero Water,Green Building Certifications,Waste Management,Zero Net Energy,Conference,codes

0 replies | 3242 views | Posted on: 03/28/2018 | Last updated: 03/29/2018

Equinox, Fundraiser for Vote Solar, March 22, San Francisco

by AbbieKnight

Equinox is more than just a great party, it also directly supports Vote Solar's critical work to keep our country moving forward with clean energy. Learn more about the power of solar and help Vote So…

California Green Building

Keywords: Solar,Solar Energy

0 replies | 1047 views | Posted on: 03/06/2018 | Last updated: 03/19/2018

New England Passive House Multi-Family Conference April 6, Alnoba Retreat Center, Kensington, New Hampshire

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The New England Passive House Consortium (phNE, PHMA, VTPH & CTPH) is pleased to present the first regional conference dedicated to multi-familiy Passive House builidings. Join us for case-studies, po…

Filed under: New Hampshire

New Hampshire Green Building

Keywords: New England Passive House Consortium

0 replies | 2825 views | Posted on: 02/13/2018 | Last updated: 03/21/2018

 

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