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Free CE Webinar: Foundational Insulation with Stone Wool, April 14, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will discuss the benefits of stone wool insulation in below grade applications. With different options of foundation styles, basements, crawlspaces and slab on grade, there is many differe

Filed under: Insulation

Keywords: Insulation,Stone Wool,Stone Wool Insulation,Foundation

0 replies | 2383 views | Posted on: 03/12/2021 | Last updated: 03/12/2021

Annual Eversource Net Zero Energy Conference, Free & Online, October 16, 9 am - 1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Learn from the experts at B2Q Associates, CMTA, SMMA and Lincoln Schools about how net zero energy buildings are being designed and constructed today. The agenda for this event includes a sp

0 replies | 1974 views | Posted on: 09/10/2024 | Last updated: 09/10/2024

Free Webinar: Introduction to Passive House Trades, September 10, 9-11:30 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Introduction to Passive House Trades course will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House (PH) basics, review typical construction types, windows and installation, air barriers and insula

California Green Building

0 replies | 972 views | Posted on: 08/22/2024 | Last updated: 08/26/2024

Free Webinar: The RESNET Carbon Trifecta: Embracing Environmental Justice through the Lens of Carbon Use Intensity, August 20, 2 pm CT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Three RESNET standards combined: 1 - operations (HERS Index), 2 - the grid (CO2 Index) and 3 - embodied carbon (currently being written) provide capacity to analyze Carbon Usage Intensity. This webina

0 replies | 1388 views | Posted on: 08/01/2024 | Last updated: 08/01/2024

Free Webinar: Air Sealing and Insulation Installation, July 31, 1-2 pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

Residential Air Barrier and Insulation Installation (1 hour)

The installation of a continuous air and thermal barrier is perhaps the best and most cost-effective way to reduce energy waste and save

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Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 967 views | Posted on: 07/05/2024 | Last updated: 07/05/2024

Free Webinar: Electric Heat Pumps for Space Heating and Cooling, September 26, 9 am - 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As our electricity supply becomes cleaner, due to an increased use of renewables for generation and a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting gas installs in new homes, electricity becomes an a

California Green Building

0 replies | 985 views | Posted on: 06/08/2024 | Last updated: 06/08/2024

Free Webinar: Domestic Hot Water - Part 3 in a 5-Part All-Electric in Design and Construction Series, August 8, 9:30-11 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

All-Electric in Design & Construction Series

Incorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects can be a bumpy road, but understanding the nuts and bolts of speci

California Green Building

0 replies | 1376 views | Posted on: 05/29/2024 | Last updated: 05/29/2024

Free Online Training: Transportation Electrification and its Impacts on the Built Environment - June 4-5, 9-11am PST

by Hani // Social media manager

Part I, June 4: 

This course describes how the push to electrify transportation can impact the grid. Participants will explore the impact of electric vehicles (EVs) on building operations

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 1304 views | Posted on: 05/10/2024 | Last updated: 05/16/2024

Free Webinar: Financials of Solar & Storage (Battery), May 16, 10am-12pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

Evaluating the financials of solar projects with and without battery storage can be complex. This class will give attendees the ability to evaluate solar decisions for their own projects with the same

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California Green Building

0 replies | 1333 views | Posted on: 04/24/2024 | Last updated: 04/24/2024

IMPACT 2024, April 30 - May 1, Saint Paul, Minnesota

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The annual IMPACT Conference is aleading event for sustainable development in the Midwest. Drawing hundreds of building professionals, the conference convenes the green building industry to trans

0 replies | 1144 views | Posted on: 04/05/2024 | Last updated: 04/05/2024

Free CE Webinar: Vapor Barriers: Do We Really Need Them? June 2, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this course we will look at the difference between a vapor barrier and air barriers. What climate zones need a vapor barrier? How do we eliminate the need for a vapor barrier with still b

Filed under: Vapor Barriers

Keywords: Insulation,Air Barrier,Vapor Barriers

0 replies | 1956 views | Posted on: 05/08/2021 | Last updated: 05/08/2021

Radio BE-Ex: Building Retrofits as Climate Action with Carl Elefante, May 20, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join this podcast for the next episode of Radio BE-Ex, where Architect Carl Elefante, FAIA, FAPT, LEED AP, highlights AIA’s commitment to climate action and the central impor

Filed under: Builders/Contractors

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Architecture,green retrofit,Climate Action

0 replies | 3474 views | Posted on: 04/25/2021 | Last updated: 04/25/2021

Webinar: The Carbon Roundtable - Are You Considering Net Zero? April 22, 7 am EDT / 12 pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Becoming a carbon neutral business can feel like a bit of a minefield, no matter how new or far you are through the journey.

Whenever we talk about carbon at our events, our attendees have a lot of

Filed under: Energy

UK Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Earth Day,Economy,Carbon,future,Net zero

0 replies | 1776 views | Posted on: 04/10/2021 | Last updated: 04/10/2021

Green Schools Roundtable, August 1 in Ashland Nebraska

by AbbieKnight

Join the USGBC Nebraska Flatwater Green Schools Committee on Aug. 1 for a roundtable discussion about sustainable and high-performing schools. This event is a collaborative opportunity to collect i…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

Keywords: Green Schools

0 replies | 1084 views | Posted on: 07/23/2017 | Last updated: 08/15/2017

An Introduction to Aprilaire and Whole House Air Quality Systems (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


Join green builder Matt Hoots as he interviews Joseph Hillenmeyer, Channel Marketing Manager for Aprilaire.  Joseph shares some company history as well as an overview of key issues related

Filed under: Humidity Control Equipment

Keywords: Air Quality,Ventilation,Humidity,Moisture Control,Filtration,AprilAire,Moisture,Moisture Management,Humidification,HVAC Controls

0 replies | 18828 views | Posted on: 02/23/2021 | Last updated: 03/24/2025

Free CE Webinar: Appraiser Analysis of High-Performance Midwest Homes, March 10, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Elevate Energy released a first-of-its-kind, Midwest focused, appraiser-led analysis, Realizing the Value: An Appraiser-Led Analysis of the High-Performing Home Premium in Leading Midwest Markets. To

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,High Performance Building,Green Homes,Midwest

0 replies | 1339 views | Posted on: 02/03/2021 | Last updated: 02/03/2021

Build A Better House Series: Foundation, Presented by Maine Indoor Air Quality Control Council, February 2-3

by SarahA

About Foundations: Proper site work and foundation construction are as critical to the overall quality and healthfulness of a home as the building shell that is constructed above grade. As a resu

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Building,Energy Efficiency,Insulation,Foundation,Building Surfaces,Damp Proofing,Water Proofing,Radon

0 replies | 1580 views | Posted on: 01/20/2021 | Last updated: 01/20/2021

Webinar: Being Healthy in a Toxifying World, January 31, 6:00pm - 7:30pm CST

by SarahA

Join Steve Stelzer as he discusses the many paradoxes we face regarding staying healthy in a world with toxins in air & water.

Join Steve Stelzer, Program Director at the Houston Green Building

Filed under: Advocacy

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Air Pollution,Environmental Health,Toxins,Environmental Advocacy,Water Pollution,Toxic Waste,Religion and the Environment

0 replies | 1820 views | Posted on: 01/02/2021 | Last updated: 01/02/2021

2018 Midwest Energy Solutions conference, February 7 - 9, Chicago, IL

by Oyin

MEEA's annual Midwest Energy Solutions Conference is the region's biggest and best EE event, bringing together more than 650 energy professionals to build relationships, swap innovative ideas and expl…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1500 views | Posted on: 10/14/2017 | Last updated: 10/14/2017

USGBC West Michigan Annual Meeting and Fundraising Party, November 9th, 5:3pm, Grand Rapids

by Oyin

The “Masquerade at the Mansion” will take place at the Paddock Place (Formerly Mangiamo!) in the Library. Entertainment will feature a live murder mystery show with party guests as suspects. Dr…

Filed under: Fundraising

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1180 views | Posted on: 10/09/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

New England Women in Energy and the Environment Annual Meeting and Fall Fête, November 8, Boston

by Oyin

NEWIEE aims to harness the passion, intelligence and leadership experience of women to promote and encourage public interest in the energy and environmental sectors. It is the goal of NEWIEE to foster…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1601 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/05/2017

CITY HABITATS: CITY-SCALE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE AT WORK by International Living Future Institute OCT 5, Webinar

by Oyin

This webinar will highlight stories from City Habitats, a regional collaborative formed to use nature to help address the challenges of water and air quality while supporting thriving communities. Rep…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 699 views | Posted on: 09/28/2017 | Last updated: 09/28/2017

Bridge the Divide: Envelope and HVAC Design Integration, October 5, 4-7:30 pm, Chicago

by Oyin

The design of a building’s exterior envelope affects performance from day one and often remains unaltered throughout the building’s life. When it comes to energy efficiency and occupant comfort, t…

Filed under: Education

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1047 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

USGBC MA Residential Committee, with Peter Lawrence from Biomimicry New England

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBA MA Residential Committee Meeting, September 11 Guest Speaker: Peter Lawrence, Biomimicry New England The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Biomimicry

0 replies | 1498 views | Posted on: 09/06/2017 | Last updated: 09/07/2017

Green Construction Homes Tour, August 15 in Chattanooga, TN

by AbbieKnight

Join green|spaces for the next construction tour at the NextGen Homes. This tour will feature green infrastructure and foundation. The goal of this project is to educate builders, designers, students …

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Home Tour

0 replies | 910 views | Posted on: 08/14/2017 | Last updated: 08/14/2017

 

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