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USGBC NJ Annual Holiday Party and Member Reception, December 12, 6-8:30 pm, Hillsborough

by MVillere

Come and celebrate & network with your friends and colleagues at our holiday celebration.

Location: Duke Farms - Farm Barn Orientation Center (LEED Platinum)
Hillsborough, NJ

SPACE IS LIMI


Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1179 views | Posted on: 11/04/2019 | Last updated: 11/14/2019

Leveraging Change for a Sustainable and Just Future, Inspire Speakers Series by Green Building Alliance, March 30, 5-7:30 pm, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

by himj // Student Of Green Building

About the Inspire Speakers Series 
Green Building Alliance has welcomed more than 100 national and local speakers to the Inspire Speakers Series stage since 2012. This beloved series has shared

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1696 views | Posted on: 02/25/2023 | Last updated: 02/28/2023

Free Webinar: Residential Building Electrification Pathways, February 21, 2-3:30 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Across the country, there is a move toward building electrification, replacing appliances that use other fuels with electricity. Learn about the trends in retrofitting we are most likely to see in the

0 replies | 971 views | Posted on: 02/10/2023 | Last updated: 02/10/2023

Free Webinar: Successful Design of the All Electric Kitchen, February 23, 10-11:30 am

by Hani // Social media manager

All-electric kitchens are now mandated for any new construction projects in over 50 California cities as well as many school districts, high-tech B&I kitchens, and higher education. Successful des

0 replies | 1371 views | Posted on: 01/25/2023 | Last updated: 01/25/2023

ABCs of Multifamily Electrification Strategies, A Better Buildings Webinar, February 7, 11 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join this webinar to learn about electrification strategies for multifamily buildings of varying ages, climate zones, and sizes. This discussion will highlight key factors to consider when pursuing el

0 replies | 1091 views | Posted on: 01/08/2023 | Last updated: 01/08/2023

4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

by Amelie Alice // 4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

Magnus Group has immense pleasure in inviting you to its “4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering” (Materials 2023) which will be held in Singapore at

Filed under: Engineering Materials Recovery

Keywords: Materials 2023,Composite Materials,Green Materials,Plastomers

0 replies | 875 views | Posted on: 12/19/2022 | Last updated: 12/19/2022

Free Webinar Series: Lighting Fundamentals - 3 Parts: Terminology, Vision and Color; Light Sources; and Design, December 12-16

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This 3-class series provides a basic overview of fundamental lighting topics, including lighting terminology, vision, light and color theory, electric light sources, fixtures, controls, as well as int

California Green Building

Keywords: Lighting,Lighting Design,Lighting Fundamentals

0 replies | 1625 views | Posted on: 11/30/2022 | Last updated: 12/01/2022

21st Century Energy Transition Symposium 2021, April 28-29, Denver CO

by mkilmartin // Intern

The ways in which we power the world are complex, and will only grow more so. Tackling that complexity
will require advances in all energy sources, as well as in the ability to combine or switch seam

Filed under: Energy

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1566 views | Posted on: 02/21/2020 | Last updated: 03/24/2020

Economy-wide Deep Decarbonization (livestream or in-person), February 25, MIT Wong Auditorium, Cambridge, MA

by Veer Mudambi // Journalist - Writing Green

The fourth of MIT’s six Climate Action Symposia, Economy-wide Deep Decarbonization, will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Topics will include:

  • pathways to scalable, affordable low- t

Filed under: Climate Change

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2731 views | Posted on: 01/31/2020 | Last updated: 01/31/2020

Northeast Regional Home Performance Conference & Trade Show, February 11-12, Saratoga Springs, NY

by AbbieKnight

Discover the latest in building science and technical information; strategies for improving your organization’s operations; the latest updates on certifications; key updates on policy and n

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Home Performance,Building Science,CEU

0 replies | 2735 views | Posted on: 01/22/2020 | Last updated: 01/22/2020

WEBINAR: "Is 2020 the Year of U.S. Offshore Wind?", January 9, 10:00AM PST

by mkilmartin // Intern

The U.S. offshore wind sector is poised to play a major role in accelerating the transition to renewable energy across the country. Thousands of megawatts are currently under contract or are in the pr

Filed under: Energy

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Sustainable Energy,Wind Power,Sustainability Webinar,Offshore Wind,American Energy

0 replies | 2173 views | Posted on: 12/31/2019 | Last updated: 01/02/2020

Solar Power and Energy Storage Mountain West, February 24-26, Denver, CO

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

In partnership with the Colorado Solar & Storage Association, Solar Power & Energy Storage Mountain West is a solar + storage event for the western United States. Colorado alone boasts hu

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy,Energy Storage,Denver

0 replies | 2583 views | Posted on: 12/05/2019 | Last updated: 12/05/2019

California Friendly Landscape Class, February 22, Torrance, CA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Learn how to remove your turf and succesfully convert your landscape into a sustainable rought-tolerant garden. The classes will help you understand and meet rebate program requirements.

Filed under: Government Policies

Related to: Information and Resources ,Architects ,Landscape Services

California Green Building

Keywords: Garden,Landsca

0 replies | 1553 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

O&M Stories in Multifamily Housing: Challenges, Solutions & Results - @NESEA's Building Energy - March 10, 1:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

O&M Stories in MF Housing: Challenges, Solutions & Results Thursday, March 10 1:30 - 2:30 pm BE16: Multifamily In the world of multi-family housing every operational dollar is earmarked, budgete…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Related to: Electrical Component Recycling

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Multifamily Housing

0 replies | 1139 views | Posted on: 03/01/2016 | Last updated: 03/01/2016

WEBINAR: Getting LEED Specific: Buildings are for People - Design Strategies for Human Engagement, December 10, 12:00PM CST

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

In this one-hour course, the participant will explore design strategies that encourage beneficial occupant behavior. Consider the impacts occupant behavior changes can have on a building over its life

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Other,Architects ,Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Certification,LEED,Webinar,USGBC

0 replies | 3491 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/21/2019

Certified Green Lending Professional Training, November 1, San Diego, California

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Join Build It Green for a one-day course exploring the principles of green building and the whole house approach to the design, construction and operation of residential buildings.

Upon completion

IGBC's Advanced Training Programs- Green Building (10/7-8)

by aahassonjee

The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) will be hosting a 2 day advanced training program on green building at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai from October 7-8. Registration and more information can be…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 829 views | Posted on: 09/12/2016 | Last updated: 09/12/2016

Into To living Building Challenge San Diego August 17,2016

by alicia2390 // Admin

The International Living Future Institute describes the Living Building Challenge as “the most advanced measure of sustainability in the built environment possible today and acts to diminish the gap…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: events,,Green Building

0 replies | 1028 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

August 10: Join the USGBC NJ for their 9th Annual Summer Social

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join the USBGC NJ for their 9th Annual Summer Social, presented by the Central Branch. Come out for a great ocean-front networking BBQ with fellow green building and sustainability professionals! …

Climate Refugees: A Call For International Relocation Action

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The world is facing a new and ugly reality of anthropogenic climate change. As the planet warms, we’re seeing the sea levels rise, storms grow stronger and more variable, and fresh water supplies dw…

WEBINAR, JULY 12: Green Cities & Urban Development

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Cities account for over 70 percent of global energy use and 40 to 50 percent of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Do you want to know what are the most cost-effective ways of reducing this using tod…

June 28th: Community Table: Sue AnderBois, RI Director of Food Strategy

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Please join Social Enterprise Greenhouse in welcoming Sue AnderBois, recently selected Director of Food Strategy for Rhode Island. Join Sue as she talks about her new position and what it means for ou…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Living,Social Enterprise Greenhouse,Food,Sustainible Food,Rhode Island,Events

0 replies | 1469 views | Posted on: 06/23/2016 | Last updated: 06/23/2016

NEBFM - Northeast Buildings & Facilities Management Show and Conference, June 29-30, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NEBFM - Northeast Buildings & Facilities Management Show and Conference June 29th, 8:00 am - June 30th, 6:00 AM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall B-2 415 Summer Street Boston, 02210 …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1464 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 07/23/2016

NESEA Pro Tour - CreekSide Zero Net Energy Home - Pulaski, NY, June 17

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NESEA Pro Tour - CreekSide Zero Net Energy Home - Pulaski, NY Friday, June 17, 1 - 5 pm CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, Pending approval This tour of the CreekSide Net Zero House features one of the firs…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building Tour

0 replies | 1116 views | Posted on: 04/21/2016 | Last updated: 04/21/2016

Freddie Mac Introduces a Green Rebate Program - up to $5000 for multifamily property loans

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As the largest funder of multifamily properties nationally, Freddie Mac hopes to boost awareness of energy consumption among apartment owners and managers. Borrowers financing properties with 20 u…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: EPA,Multifamily Housing,Freddie Mac

0 replies | 1489 views | Posted on: 03/21/2016 | Last updated: 03/21/2016

 

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