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USGBC Georgia Presents: LEED Project Showcase - Public Sector Facilities, March 24, 12 pm EDT

by SarahA

Featuring public sector buildings that incorporate equity, health, and sustainability

The public sector has the second highest number of LEED certifications in the state of Georgia. The need for re

"Going Green" is cool again?

by Matt Hoots // SawHorse Design + Build

Observations at the 2023 International Builder's Show.

I noticed a new theme at the International Builder's Show this year.  All exhibitors made a point to tell me about their innovati

Filed under: Appliances

0 replies | 2200 views | Posted on: 02/18/2023 | Last updated: 04/10/2023

Free Webinar: Cost-Effective Solutions for Residential Electrification, February 8, 2 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The biggest challenge to the full-scale electrification of homes in the U.S. is outdated infrastructure and inadequate electrical grid capacity.  There simply isn’t enough localized grid st

0 replies | 622 views | Posted on: 02/03/2023 | Last updated: 02/03/2023

Free Webinar: Designed to Deliver: Lessons Learned from Architects, Engineers, and Contractors in Zero-Carbon Buildings, February 14, 11 am

by Hani // Social media manager

Architects, engineers, and contractors (A/E/C) are essential in designing and delivering buildings that offer top value to clients while meeting energy and carbon goals. This discussion will highlight

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 01/16/2023 | Last updated: 01/25/2023

Crushing the Code, New York City, Residential, Online, January 24

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Crushing the Code New York City: Residential is an online course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energ

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 700 views | Posted on: 12/29/2022 | Last updated: 12/29/2022

Free Webinar: Embodied Carbon Measurement and Reporting Project Kick-off, January 18, Online, 11 am-12 pm GMT

by Rushabh // Social media manager

This webinar will introduce UKGBC's latest project which aims to improve the clarity, consistency, and effectiveness of embodied carbon measurement and reporting. Panelists will outline the n

UK Green Building

0 replies | 1430 views | Posted on: 12/07/2022 | Last updated: 12/08/2022

2022 USGBC New Jersey Leadership Awards Gala & Holiday Party, December 1, 6-9 pm, Hoboken, NJ

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Ioin U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) New Jersey for an evening of networking and celebration. 

This is USGBC New Jersey's first Leadership Awards in 3 years! The 2022 USGBC New Je

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 893 views | Posted on: 11/18/2022 | Last updated: 11/18/2022

The 25th In­ter­na­tion­al Pass­ive House Con­fer­en­ce, September 10 & 12, 14 and 15

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 25th In­ter­na­tion­al Pass­ive House Con­fer­en­ce, in­clud­ing the Pass­ive House Ex­hib­i­tion, will take place in two parts as

Keywords: Passive House Institute

0 replies | 3982 views | Posted on: 06/20/2021 | Last updated: 06/20/2021

Grey To Green 2021, Online, June 15-16

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

We have an unprecedented opportunity to shift investment to green infrastructure as we build back from the COVID-19 Pandemic. We can reimagine our communities as places where health and well being are

Filed under: Green Roof Systems (see Landscaping)

Keywords: Green Roofs,Green Infrastructure

0 replies | 1675 views | Posted on: 06/09/2021 | Last updated: 06/09/2021

The Rheem ProTerra Hybrid Water Heat Pump - A Great Fit for the #1920sMakeoverATL Project (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


Green Builder Matt Hoots and Rheem join together in this video to give a preview of the Rheem ProTerra hybrid electric heat pump water heater, which will be installed in the #1920sMakeoverATL de

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Heat Pumps,Electrification,Water Heaters,Hybrid Electric Heat Pump Water Heaters

0 replies | 8645 views | Posted on: 05/17/2021 | Last updated: 08/23/2021

Free Virtual Workshop: NSBRC Passivhaus Workshop, May 21-22

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join the NSBRC for a free online Passivhaus workshop over two consecutive days.

As we are now spending more time in doors, the buildings we occupy play an important role in our health and wellbeing

Filed under: Green Living

UK Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Passivhaus

0 replies | 1132 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 04/27/2021

Free UK Webinar: Advancing Net Zero, April 29, 12 pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Climate change is having devastating effects on our environment and it is clear that business as usual is no longer good enough and that fundamental changes are necessary. The government property prof

Filed under: Energy

UK Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Government Policy,Carbon,Net zero,built environment

0 replies | 1503 views | Posted on: 04/12/2021 | Last updated: 04/12/2021

Webinar: Advancing Local and Regional Decarbonization Strategies, April 13, 10 am PST /1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The San Diego Regional Climate Collaborative is proud to partner with the San Diego Green Building Council to host this event on Advancing Local and Regional Decarbonization Strategies for the annual

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

California Green Building

Keywords: California,San Diego,Decarbonization

0 replies | 1102 views | Posted on: 03/26/2021 | Last updated: 04/06/2021

Zero-energy Schools, September 12-13 in WV

by AbbieKnight

Learn more about low- to zero-energy schools through several presentations, case studies and from the new ASHRAE Zero Energy Schools Advanced Energy Design Guide during this event. It will be held fro…

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Other

Keywords: Zero Energy

0 replies | 773 views | Posted on: 07/25/2017 | Last updated: 07/25/2017

Free GreenCE webinar: Water Restoration for Green Building - Beyond Your Walls, February 17, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

In 2015, Global Water Crisis was listed as the Number 1 threat facing the planet over the next decade. Higher than Infectious Disease, Weapons of Mass Destruction and even Climate Change. Our responsi

Filed under: Water Collection/Management; Rain & Stormwater

Keywords: Water,water reuse

0 replies | 1166 views | Posted on: 02/07/2021 | Last updated: 02/07/2021

Advanced Water Heating Initiative Playbook & 2020 Progress, February 11, 10-11 am PST

by Connie NBI

Water heating is the second largest energy use in U.S. homes. Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs) are a decades-old, proven technology, and are two to four times more efficient than electric resistance or

Filed under: Energy

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Water Heaters,Water Heating

0 replies | 1401 views | Posted on: 01/22/2021 | Last updated: 01/23/2021

USGBC Maryland Tour at Evapco, Nov 2, Taneytown, Maryland

by Oyin

Join USGBC Maryland for a special presentation and tour at EVAPCO, Inc. We will start with a networking breakfast and discussion on the cooling tower water requirement from LEED v4, including non-c…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 596 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Nov 18, Boston

by Oyin

The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day-long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 883 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) - Regional Utility Roundtable, October 18, 10:00 AM - 1:00 PM CT, Chicago

by Oyin

An In-Depth Conversation about Clean Energy Trends for Utilities Before Solar Power Midwest This event is only open to utilities Julia Hamm, SEPA’s President, and CEO will facilitate a close…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 581 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

Boston Climate Action Network Meeting, October 12, 6-8 pm, Boston

by Oyin

The BCAN Action Team meeting is a great way to get directly involved in the effort to combat climate change in the era of Trump. We gather twice per month on the 2nd and 4th Thursday from 6-8pm at Fir…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 680 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/11/2017

NECEC’s Clean & Resilient Energy Summit, Oct 25th, Andover, MA

by Oyin

NECEC’s Clean & Resilient Energy Summit will convene leaders from multiple customer segments (including cities, universities, utilities, C&I, real estate) from across the Northeast to share their in…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1273 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/10/2017

MIT Energy Night October 13, 6:30-9:30, Cambridge

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Check out MIT Energy Night! Energy Night showcases the energy research, education, and entrepreneurship at MIT. This year's event will showcase a myriad of interactive poster presentations from eve…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 422 views | Posted on: 09/29/2017 | Last updated: 09/29/2017

National Conference on Building Commissioning (NCBC), October 16-18, Salt Lake City

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

2017 marks the 25th Anniversary of NCBC. This event provides an opportunity for all stakeholders in the built environment – owners, design and construction professionals, commissioning providers and…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1506 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

National Association of Realtors - Green Designation, October 2-3, Reading, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

High Performance Homes are in Every Market! Gain the knowledge that distinguishes you as a source for resource-efficient homes with NAR's Green Designation courses. Through this two-day program…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Real Estate,Home Performance,National Association of Realtors,NAR Green

0 replies | 903 views | Posted on: 09/13/2017 | Last updated: 09/13/2017

2017 Tennessee Tiny House Festival - September 8 - 10,

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The United Tiny House Association is bringing its popular for-charity Tiny House Festivals to Tennessee: ~ Tiny Houses and Micro Homes + Vintage Campers, Skoolies and a Yurt ~ FREE Viewings of the…

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 953 views | Posted on: 08/15/2017 | Last updated: 08/15/2017

 

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