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Webinar: How to Design Effective Energy Efficiency and Carbon Reduction Programs, August 11, 1 pm EDT

by gracemorrison

Join the US Department of Energy for this peer exchange call from the Better Buildings Residential Network.

Filed under: Webinars

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Carbon Reduction

0 replies | 1201 views | Posted on: 07/05/2022 | Last updated: 08/10/2022

Free Webinar: Multifamily: Energy Code Implementation Series, with 2025 Code Updates, July 23, 9:30-11 am PT

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

As the 2022 energy code wraps up its final year and the 2025 code emerges, the trends of building electrification, healthier indoor air quality, and improved resiliency continue to permeate the c

California Green Building

0 replies | 61 views | Posted on: 06/17/2025 | Last updated: 06/17/2025

Green California Schools and Higher Education Summit

by Jonathan // Sustainability Coordinator

The Green California Schools and Higher Education Summit is California's leading event focused on sustainability in the education sector. This one-day conference brings together educators, adminis

Midwest Solar Expo, June 9-11, Chicago, Illinois

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

Join industry leaders, innovators, and clean energy enthusiasts for the 2025 Midwest Solar Expo

With three days of cutting-edge presentations, policy updates, networking opportunit

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 455 views | Posted on: 05/07/2025 | Last updated: 05/08/2025

Local Government Leadership Summit, May 19, Santa Monica, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This year, USGBC will travel to California, Iowa, Colorado and Massachusetts to host local government summits aimed at expanding the LEED for Cities network and deepening engagement with local go

California Green Building

0 replies | 534 views | Posted on: 04/23/2025 | Last updated: 04/23/2025

Free Webinar by UL Solutions: Guidance for Product and Material contributions in LEED v5, April 16, 10-11 am CDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This UL Solutions webinar covers the product/material certification process and changes to the Low Emitting Materials and Building Product Selection and Procurement credits in the LEED v5 release.

0 replies | 602 views | Posted on: 03/28/2025 | Last updated: 03/28/2025

Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, December 8, Greenwich, CT

by Urban Green Council

Crushing the Code New York State: Commercial is a course that prepares building and design professionals in New York State to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 ECCCNYS and design

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 917 views | Posted on: 11/15/2022 | Last updated: 11/21/2022

Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, Online, November 29

by Urban Green Council

Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is a course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy-efficie

Filed under: Energy

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1008 views | Posted on: 10/28/2022 | Last updated: 11/15/2022

WELL Workshop: Decarbonizing the Planet through People, November 2, 12 - 4:30 pm, Chicago, Illinois

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

What is the WELL Building Standard and how can it work towards nurturing health and well-being through sustainability?

The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) recognizes that human health

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Well Building Standard Workshop

0 replies | 926 views | Posted on: 10/11/2022 | Last updated: 10/11/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, September 28, 12 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept ti

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Sustainable Architecture,canopy systems,Building Envelope

0 replies | 1183 views | Posted on: 09/13/2022 | Last updated: 09/16/2022

Getting to Zero — Illinois Summit, Chicago, IL, October 6

by gracemorrison

It’s time to make net zero buildings feasible, affordable, and so commonplace that every building in Illinois by 2050 is net zero. To help advance Illinois toward this goal, we are bri

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 347 views | Posted on: 08/08/2022 | Last updated: 09/24/2022

Virtual WELL Performance Testing Agent Training, October 11, 12 and 13, 8 pm ET

by gracemorrison

This training will grow the network of qualified, independent agents who conduct on-site performance tests for projects pursuing WELL Certification.

This learning experience is ideal for independen

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1147 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 09/19/2022

2022 Water Conservation Showcase: Watershed Walk at the Lafayette Reservoir, California, August 4, 5:30-8:30pm

by gracemorrison

As part of the 19th annual Water Conservation Showcase, Kaufmann and EBMUD ranger supervisor Han Barrett-Liu will be leading a walk around Lafayette Reservoir to connect and share stories while learni

California Green Building

0 replies | 1048 views | Posted on: 07/12/2022 | Last updated: 07/13/2022

The Nation Saves $6 for Every $1 Spent on Climate Change Resilience

by YijunW

2017 was the costliest year ever for the U.S., stated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA writes on January 5, 2018, during 2017, U.S. experienced 16 weather and climat

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 6734 views | Posted on: 05/15/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

Webinar: Racism in Real Estate, August 18, 1 pm CDT

by gracemorrison

Racism in Real Estate explores structural racism and the racial wealth gap as it applies to housing. Rethos will consider the role of the real estate industry in the history of racial housing dis

Equity and Green Building

0 replies | 921 views | Posted on: 06/15/2022 | Last updated: 07/15/2022

Designing for All: IWBI Webinar: The Next Frontier of Inclusive Design, June 23, 12 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

While the built environment enables many to connect and gather, it disables others through lack of ramps, narrow doorways, extreme lighting and loud or distracting noises. Who is truly welcome at the

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1345 views | Posted on: 06/06/2022 | Last updated: 06/07/2022

7th International Conference on Green Energy, Green Engineering and Technology, Sep 20-21, 2018, Berlin, Germany

by Aditya

EuroSciCon welcomes you to attend the 7th Edition of International Conference on Green Energy, Green Engineering, and Technology during September 20-21, 2018 at Berlin, Germany. We cordially invite al…

Filed under: Cleantech

Keywords: clean energy,Sustainability,green technology

0 replies | 1546 views | Posted on: 08/31/2018 | Last updated: 08/31/2018

USGBC Detroit General Circle Meeting- September 10th

by AbbieKnight

If you are interested in getting involved with the USGBC Detroit Region and helping to make an impact in the local community then please join for an active discussion.

Filed under: Events

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 725 views | Posted on: 08/14/2018 | Last updated: 08/15/2018

Greenbuild: Building Tours, November 13, Chicago, IL

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Green Building Tours are one of Greenbuild's most popular and exciting features, providing the opportunity to explore green buildings ranging from higher education facilities to sports venues. In 2…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Greenbuild,Chicago Green Building Tour

0 replies | 680 views | Posted on: 07/30/2018 | Last updated: 07/30/2018

Energy Efficiency Design Course, August 6 - 13, Available in person in Morristown, NJ or as a live Webinar

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Open to the public + to qualifying grantees: *Employees of NJ businesses may qualify to take this course fully-funded. Interested companies should contact Mary Ellen Garrigus at coordinator@usgbcnj.o…

Filed under: Events

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Energy Efficiency Design Course

0 replies | 998 views | Posted on: 07/19/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

Sustainable Florida Forum, July 19th, Orlando, Florida

by Eileen Flynn // Student

This dynamic one-day event, designed exclusively for sustainability professionals will include: Hot Topic - Plastic Waste & Marine Debris-- What is the scope of the problem? What are the solutions…

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainable Florida,Plastic Waste

0 replies | 1301 views | Posted on: 07/10/2018 | Last updated: 07/10/2018

USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee Meeting, July 09, Boston, MA, 6-8 pm

by Eileen Flynn // Student

The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the Commonwealth by championing green building practices in our communities. Join on the second Monday of each mon…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Boston

0 replies | 1143 views | Posted on: 06/22/2018 | Last updated: 06/26/2018

IFMA's World's Workplace, Your Facility Conference & Expo,​ Oct 3-5, Charlotte, NC

by YijunW

Lots of imitators. We’re the originator. The most all-encompassing learning and networking event on facilities and how to manage them. Immerse yourself in all things FM — from groundbreaking di…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 770 views | Posted on: 06/11/2018 | Last updated: 06/11/2018

The 2nd International Research Conference on Sustainable Energy, Engineering, Materials and Environment (SEEME), 25–27 July, Asturias, Spain

by Eileen Flynn // Student

This conference offers a platform for worldwide researchers and scientists from academia, industry and government to discuss proposals and disseminate results on sustainable energy and materials and i…

Filed under: Events

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Materials,Environment,Sustainable Energy,engineering

0 replies | 922 views | Posted on: 06/04/2018 | Last updated: 06/04/2018

The First LEED Platinum certified Ice Arena

by AbbieKnight

Bentley University, located in Waltham, Massachusetts, has recently opened a new LEED certified multipurpose arena; making it the first ice arena to earn the LEED platinum certification. The 76,000 sq…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: LEED Platinum,Ice arena

0 replies | 1683 views | Posted on: 05/19/2018 | Last updated: 05/19/2018

 

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