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A Conversation about Makita USA's Outdoor Electric Power System

by Rate It Green Team


Green builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. recently met with Ed Sidoruk of Makita USA, who shared some helpful information about Makita’s outdoor power equipment line, which is also the wo

Filed under: Landscaping and Land Management

Keywords: Electrification,Landscaping,Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawns,Electric Landscaping

0 replies | 7906 views | Posted on: 04/25/2021 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

Free 21 Acres Green Building Tour, December 9, Woodinville, WA

by samanthaklein // Intern

Curious about how renewable energy technologies and green buildings contribute to climate action? You will get a behind-the-scenes look at the tools and technologies utilized by our LEED Platinum-cert

Filed under: Events

Keywords: clean energy,Energy Efficiency,Economy,Sustainible Food,Technology

0 replies | 943 views | Posted on: 11/17/2023 | Last updated: 11/17/2023

Free Webinar: Coining a Cleaner Future: How to Finance Your Emissions Reduction Plan, November 28, 11am-12pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

 

Financing is an essential step in the journey to emissions reduction, turning great decarbonization ideas into actionable plans. Join this webinar to learn from Financial Allies on how to le

0 replies | 530 views | Posted on: 11/03/2023 | Last updated: 11/03/2023

Women in Energy and Sustainability (WISE) Networking Lunch at Building Energy Exchange, November 2, 12-2 pm, New York, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

BE-Ex’s Women in Sustainability & Energy (WISE) series is pleased to host a networking lunch, connecting emerging and industry-transitioning professionals with seasoned experts from across e

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 539 views | Posted on: 10/20/2023 | Last updated: 10/20/2023

Free 3-Part Online Series: Implementing & Designing Residential Lighting Controls, October 13, 20 & 27, 9-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

This class shows designers, specifiers, contractors, and homeowners how to create beautiful residential lighting while saving energy and meeting code. Award-winning lighting designer David Wilds Patto

California Green Building

0 replies | 677 views | Posted on: 10/03/2023 | Last updated: 10/04/2023

RE+ Florida, Hosted by SEIA and SEPA, October 18-19, Ft. Lauderdale

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Discover the power of Florida’s solar and energy storage industries.  Engage with renowned experts and industry leaders who will share their knowledge and insights through compelling educat

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 583 views | Posted on: 09/17/2023 | Last updated: 09/17/2023

Free Webinar: How to Implement the Top 10 Data Requirements Outlined in the IRA Home Energy Rebates Programs, September 6, 11 am ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

On July 27, 2023, the DOE released the “IRA Home Energy Rebates: Data And Tools Requirements Guide” which outlined the data that must be collected, tracked, and reported in order to qualif

0 replies | 641 views | Posted on: 08/31/2023 | Last updated: 08/31/2023

Free Webinar: How to Communicate, Market, and Certify Your LCA and PCF Results, September 20, 11am - 12pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

In this webinar, part 3 of a 3-part series (attend all or whichever you'd like), Tad Radzinski will define the difference between greenwashing and greenhushing. Tad will lead an exe

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 780 views | Posted on: 08/14/2023 | Last updated: 08/14/2023

Built Environment Plus: Design for People: Green Buildings for All, August 10, 8:30 am -12 pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

Embracing the built environment as a leverage point for a healthy, diverse, equitable, and inclusive society.

True sustainability requires a triple-bottom line of meeting the social, economic, and

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1037 views | Posted on: 07/22/2023 | Last updated: 07/22/2023

A Call To Action: Changing The Face Of The Energy And Environment Workforce, Presented by NEWIEE, August 5 4-6pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

 

The energy and environmental fields continue to lag in all forms of diversity, despite the region’s ambitious climate goals and influx of high-growth industries like energy efficiency

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1307 views | Posted on: 07/12/2021 | Last updated: 07/12/2021

Carbon Leadership Forum (CLF) Boston: Roundtable, July 15, 8-9:30 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

We are the Boston regional hub of the Carbon Leadership Forum and a BSA Knowledge Group. Our hub is an active community of architects, engineers, contractors, policymakers, and people who are inv

Filed under: Environment

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: BSA,Carbon,Architects,Climate crisis

0 replies | 1401 views | Posted on: 06/18/2021 | Last updated: 06/18/2021

Housing California's Virtual (Un)Conference June 22-24

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join more than 1,500 affordable housing, homelessness, and multi-sector thought leaders, practitioners and advocates at California’s premier affordable housing and homelessness conference &mdash

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

California Green Building

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Housing

0 replies | 1025 views | Posted on: 06/03/2021 | Last updated: 06/03/2021

Webinar: New Paradigms in Housing, June 8, 8:30 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Community is more important now than ever, as is the demand for innovative strategies for affordability. New developments are taking into account not just where people want to live, but reimagining&nb

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Communities,Sustainable Housing,Carbon Footprint

0 replies | 1350 views | Posted on: 05/08/2021 | Last updated: 05/10/2021

Building Commissioning Seminar - Strategies for Health, Energy Efficiency & Comfort, 9/26 - Augusta, Maine

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This program will provide a comprehensive introduction to the process of Building Commissioning, and its value in both new and existing buildings for healthy indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 911 views | Posted on: 08/31/2017 | Last updated: 08/31/2017

Free Green Building Webinar: Post-Pandemic Sustainable Design for Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Public Spaces, April 22, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

In the wake of COVID-19, people expect more from the facilities they use daily. Public spaces, especially restrooms and locker rooms, must be clean, hygienic, and accessible for everyone to use. Empha

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Sustainability,Public Health,restrooms,locker rooms,Covid-19

0 replies | 982 views | Posted on: 04/10/2021 | Last updated: 04/10/2021

Online Workshop: Modern Slavery in Australia: How it Impacts Your Specifications, and How to Simplify Reporting, March 25, 6pm ACT

by Global GreenTag International Pty Ltd & Global GreenTag LLC (USA)

In this live workshop on Facebook, hosted by the GWA Group and Caroma, Global GreenTag’s Program Director and CEO David Baggs will be advising professionals to help manage product specifications

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Keywords: Australia,Supply Chain,Global GreenTag,Modern Slavery,Human Rights

0 replies | 1078 views | Posted on: 03/22/2021 | Last updated: 03/25/2022

Virtual Workshop: Radon-Resistant New Construction, April 13, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The purpose of this course is to educate building professionals about radon measurement, radon-resistant measures in a new single-family home construction, as well as radon-mitigation measures in exis

Filed under: Indoor Air Quality

Keywords: Construction,Green Homes,Energy Measurement,Radon

0 replies | 1985 views | Posted on: 03/11/2021 | Last updated: 03/11/2021

2018 ACEEE Energy Efficiency Finance Forum, May 20 - 22, Tarrytown, NY

by Oyin

How do you finance energy efficiency? The 2018 Finance Forum will explore innovative models and find out what works, and why. Our dynamic event will help attendees get started on financing project…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1270 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/28/2017

USGBC Arizona Human Foosball Tournament, Nov 16, Tempe, AZ

by Oyin

USGBC Arizona is happy to announce the return of the annual Human Foosball Tournament! Immediately following USGBC Arizona's State Conference this November, teams of six will go head-to-head as the…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 803 views | Posted on: 10/19/2017 | Last updated: 10/19/2017

RGBC Meeting with Rick Nortz from Mitsubishi by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Nov 13, Boston

by Oyin

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

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1112 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

The Texas Energy Summit – CATEE 2017, Nov 13 - 15, Plano

by Oyin

The Texas Energy Summit – CATEE 2017 is a premiere educational conference and business expo that provides our attendees the opportunity to engage in a lively conversation about cleaner air, a better…

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1247 views | Posted on: 10/14/2017 | Last updated: 10/23/2017

LEED for Homes Green Rater Training with GreenHomes Institute 11/2 3, Webinar (11am-3pm, 4-8pm each day)

by Oyin

The LEED for Homes Green Rater Training is designed to prepare qualified participants to provide verification services on LEED for Homes projects. The GreenHome Institute, formerly The Alliance for…

Filed under: Education

Green Building Advocacy

0 replies | 1248 views | Posted on: 10/09/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017

Network at the Solar Decathlon - VivaGreenHomes Hosts a Tech, Sustainability & Real Estate Mixer, Friday Oct 6, 3-6 pm, Denver

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

VivaGreenHomes.com invites professionals from the 3 hottest industries, Tech + Sustainability + Real Estate, to network, promote and have fun! ViewHouse Ballpark Location. Close to Union Station R…

Filed under: Events

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 673 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/05/2017

Emerging Trends in the Built Environment, October 3, 4-7pm, Los Angeles

by Oyin

The Corporate Partners Program will kick off its 2017-2018 focus on sustainability in the built environment with an event at Gensler. Business leaders will discuss emerging trends, technologies and…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 645 views | Posted on: 09/28/2017 | Last updated: 09/28/2017

The Rooftop Hop - September 30, Tour 5 Green Spaces in the Chattanooga Area!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 6th Annual Rooftop Hop is returning on Sept. 30th. Tour 5 Green Rooftops in one evening - Join green|spaces for this sell out event. Tickets include; Access to all 5 Rooftop Locations A…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 888 views | Posted on: 09/23/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

 

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