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Webinar: Sustainable Acoustics, March 22, 3 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Acoustics is a critical component in providing a comfortable listening environment for users and is recognized by several building rating systems for sustainability and health including LEED, WELL, Fi

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Energy,Design,Construction,Acoustics

0 replies | 1607 views | Posted on: 03/01/2022 | Last updated: 03/01/2022

Free Webinar: Advanced Humidity Control Strategies, July 14, 12 - 1:30 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Humidity affects buildings in many ways throughout a structure’s life cycle. It can influence energy use, occupant health and comfort and long-term durability. As buildings shift to tighter vent

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 785 views | Posted on: 05/26/2026 | Last updated: 05/26/2026

124 Units of Passive, Affordable Housing, Built for Coastal Flood Resilience, June 5, Salem, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

On June 5, NESEA will bring attendees behind-the-scenes for a Pro Tour of a new, 124-unit affordable passive housing development in Salem, MA. This project is being built for Passive House certificati

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 679 views | Posted on: 05/12/2026 | Last updated: 05/12/2026

Advancing Existing Building Performance with AI, a 6-part USGBC webinar series, May 20 - June 24

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how buildings are operated but most organizations are still navigating how to apply it effectively.

This series explores how AI and digital tools can tr

0 replies | 1006 views | Posted on: 04/20/2026 | Last updated: 04/21/2026

ADAPT 2026, May 12-13, Denver, Colorado

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

USGBC's 2026 ADAPT: Denver regional conference will convene hundreds of industry leaders and innovators to address the critical intersection of resilience and the built environment.

With a focu

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 997 views | Posted on: 03/25/2026 | Last updated: 03/25/2026

BayREN Codes and Standards Training: 2025 Energy Code Changes - Single Family, Online, April 22, 9 - 10:30 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course will provide an overview of the 2025 Energy Code changes for single-family buildings, including changes to the structure of the energy code as well as changes to mandatory measures and per

California Green Building

0 replies | 625 views | Posted on: 03/09/2026 | Last updated: 03/11/2026

Free Webinar: BayREN C&S Training - Residential Additions, March 25, 9 - 10:30 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course explores specific requirements for residential additions in the 2025 Energy Code and will highlight compliance documentation commonly used for additions, as well as best practices for insp

California Green Building

0 replies | 404 views | Posted on: 02/20/2026 | Last updated: 02/20/2026

Free Webinar: Your Electric Panel, Demystified: Load Management for Home Electrification, February 11, 12 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

As more homeowners look to electrify with EV chargers, heat pumps, electric water heaters, and other high-demand appliances, electrical capacity is often perceived as a major barrier especially in old

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 592 views | Posted on: 01/28/2026 | Last updated: 01/28/2026

MIT Energy Conference, February 23-24, Cambridge, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The 20th anniversary of the world's largest student-run energy conference, themed "Securing the Energy Future - Resources for Resilience".

The MIT Energy Conference is the w

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 737 views | Posted on: 01/09/2026 | Last updated: 01/09/2026

Free Green Building Webinar: The Perfect Pair: Sustainable HDPE + Copper Restroom Touch-Points, July 14, 12-1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

When designing a restroom, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that are durable, hygienic, and sustainable. Join us in this one-hour course as we explore practical

Filed under: Green Facilities

Keywords: Facilities Management,restrooms,Commercial Restrooms,Facilities,HDPE,Commercial Building,Copper

0 replies | 1378 views | Posted on: 05/26/2022 | Last updated: 06/06/2022

Green Built Alliance Webinar: Building with Trees, May 24, 2 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will provide an overview of the value of tree canopy and climate benefits of trees, tree protection while building, and regional context for tree protection.

Students will leave equippe

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Construction,Land Science,Trees,architectural canopies,canopy systems

0 replies | 1541 views | Posted on: 04/30/2022 | Last updated: 05/05/2022

RESNET Virtual Conference, May 3 - 5

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join RESNET online May 3-5, from the comfort of wherever you get wifi to network, earn 18 Professional Development credits, and stay up-to-date with industry trends.  

The conference

0 replies | 1120 views | Posted on: 04/12/2022 | Last updated: 04/12/2022

Webinar: Circular Economy & Green Economy, April 12, 11 am BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will discuss the shift from linear economy (make, use, dispose) to conserve resources and ensure long term sustainability in Wales. A circular economy is restorative and regenerative

UK Green Building

Keywords: Circular Economy,Waste Management,Community Resilience

0 replies | 1434 views | Posted on: 03/22/2022 | Last updated: 03/22/2022

Tufts Energy Conference, Friday & Saturday, February 2nd & 3rd, Medford, MA

by Amy

The Tufts Energy Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals, students, and experts from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors to discuss critical global energy issues. The c…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Tufts

0 replies | 1764 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/23/2018

Water Sensors Can Help Save $$ - Sensor Industries

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Using water efficiently and avoiding waste should be a top priority for green builders, and all builders. Since water is a finite resource, it is essential to ensure that we have an adeq

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Water,IoT,Water Conservation,Flooding,Plumbing,Water Sensors,Leaks,Water leaks

0 replies | 12443 views | Posted on: 01/21/2022 | Last updated: 09/25/2023

Webinar: Landscape Architecture - Sea Rise, February 4, 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This monthly presentation on the science of climate change and landscape architecture solutions is centered around sea rise. 

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

California Green Building

Keywords: Architecture,Sea level rise,Landscape

0 replies | 2342 views | Posted on: 12/29/2021 | Last updated: 12/29/2021

Webinar: Energy Efficiency Stakeholder Group, New Jersey Clean Energy Program, December 22, 1 pm EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

New Jersey's Clean Energy Program Stakeholder Groups are open to the public and provide opportunities for stakeholder participation.

 

New Jersey's Clean Energy Program offers

Filed under: Energy

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,New Jersey,stakeholders,New Jersey Clean Energy Learning Center,New Jersey Clean Energy Program

0 replies | 1295 views | Posted on: 12/06/2021 | Last updated: 12/07/2021

Greenbuild India: Human X Nature, November 15 - 18, 2018, Mumbai, India

by YijunW

Greenbuild India, Human X Nature is the flagship event for sustainability professionals. Greenbuild India offers a forum for the green building community to unite, change lives, revolutionize busin…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1473 views | Posted on: 05/17/2018 | Last updated: 05/17/2018

Webinar: Innovations in Climate Solutions, Arizona State University's School of Sustainability, May 16, 1:15-2:45pm PDT

by YijunW

Innovations in Climate Solutions May 16, 2018 1:15 to 2:45 PM EDT To take the action needed to thrive in a climate changed future, we need to design, develop, and implement a host of innovative t…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1155 views | Posted on: 05/10/2018 | Last updated: 05/11/2018

PassiveHouse: HVAC Systems for Hyper-Efficient Buildings, May 8, Boston, MA

by YijunW

Join us Passivehouse member meeting as we welcome Daniel H. Nall FAIA, P.E., VP at Syska Hennessy Group for a presentation on HVAC Systems for Hyper-Efficient Buildings. 5:30 - Networking Hour 6:…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 959 views | Posted on: 05/02/2018 | Last updated: 05/03/2018

The Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM) Earth Night 2018, June 12th, 6:00-8:30 pm, Boston, MA

by YijunW

Join the Environmental League of Massachusetts for drinks and hors d’oeuvres as we celebrate our shared achievements for the Massachusetts environment.

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1370 views | Posted on: 04/24/2018 | Last updated: 04/28/2018

Tiny House Fest Vermont, June 23, 10 am - 5 pm, Brattleboro, VT

by YijunW

Enjoy the street fest where you'll find the Pop-up Tiny House Village, Housing + Placemaking Academy on three stages, Building Arts Marketplace, Building Demos, Speed Design Reviews, Parklets, Perform…

Filed under: Vermont

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 1481 views | Posted on: 04/12/2018 | Last updated: 04/12/2018

The Future of Suburbia- One Day Conference, April 18 in Brisbane City, Australia

by AbbieKnight

Join for 'The Future Of Suburbia' hosted by The BDA and The Suburban Alliance featuring International Keynote Speaker Dr Alan M Berger, Center for Advanced Urbanism, Massachusetts Institute of Technol…

0 replies | 1856 views | Posted on: 03/15/2018 | Last updated: 03/15/2018

Multi-Family Affordable Housing In-Progress, Case Study, Passive House Massachusetts March Mtg - 3/13 6:30 pm, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Passive House Massachusetts for this presentation of the first multi-family Passive House development in New Hampshire by the projects's CPHC's: Paul Eldrenkamp & Mike Duclos. Gilford Village…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1648 views | Posted on: 02/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/28/2018

NextGen Homes Green Construction Tour - Interior Finishes, February 20, Chattanooga, Tennessee

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join green|spaces for the next construction tour at the NextGen Homes. This tour will feature eco-friendly interior finishes. The goal of this project is to educate builders, designers, students and g…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: NextGen Homes Construction Tour

0 replies | 1208 views | Posted on: 02/06/2018 | Last updated: 02/06/2018

 

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