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Bethesda Green, Annual Gala/Green Champions 2018, October 18, 5:30pm, Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club, MD

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Bethesda Green recognizes and celebrates the region’s green champions with a fun and elegant Gala at the Bethesda Blues & Jazz Supper Club. This is Bethesda Green's premie

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 970 views | Posted on: 09/26/2018 | Last updated: 09/26/2018

LEED for Homes Green Rater Training Live - Virtual Mailing List, Sign up to Lean with GreenHome Institute, Training Date: December 3, 12-3 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

LEED requires third-party on-site verification and performance testing by a LEED Green Rater and demand is growing. Now residential and mixed-use projects of any size can go under the LEED for Homes r

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1673 views | Posted on: 11/15/2022 | Last updated: 11/15/2022

Awareness, Interest, and Access Live Technical Assistance Webinar, US Department of Energy and Argonne National Labs November 16, 12pm CT (Free)

by Luqman // Marketer

Join to learn best practices to access opportunities, partnerships, internships, fellowships, postdoctoral assignments, and faculty collaborations.


Office of Minority Programs (Minority Education

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Webinar

0 replies | 1331 views | Posted on: 10/27/2022 | Last updated: 10/27/2022

USGBC Georgia Presents: Green Scene - Atlanta, November 3, 6 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

USGBC Georgia’s Emerging Professionals has monthly gathering for those interested in all things sustainable and green. This is a laid-back, after-work opportunity to meet other sustainabili

Filed under: Events

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

Keywords: Green Building,Green Careers,Social Networking,Atlanta

0 replies | 1680 views | Posted on: 10/10/2022 | Last updated: 10/10/2022

Hybrid Event: Beyond Zero Series: Burn Ban – The Benefits of Induction Cooking, September 22, 6 pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Induction cooktops and ranges are gaining traction in the market as an integral part of a climate-friendly building, and an efficient, healthy, and safe alternative to typical electric and gas ranges

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Induction Cooking,Cooking

0 replies | 1120 views | Posted on: 09/13/2022 | Last updated: 09/13/2022

Sustainable Investment Forum North America 2022, NYC, September 22

by gracemorrison

The Forum will bring engaged institutional investors, fund managers, and highly recognized organisations to discuss ESG strategies and developments in sustainable finance, that balance sustainabl

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1898 views | Posted on: 08/08/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

Virtual Event: Eversource 2022 Zero Energy Buildings Conference, Residential and Commercial, October 6

by gracemorrison

This virtual, full day event is free to all architects, builders, general contractors and anyone who wants to learn more about zero energy commercial buildings.

This year's conference includes&

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 2026 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 09/10/2022

BE+ Bike Tour 2022, Boston, MA, September 17

by gracemorrison

This year, the group will be touring from South Boston to the Seaport, following the coastline to explore the area’s emerging environmental design, development, and ecological significance. Coas

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1353 views | Posted on: 07/11/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

3rd Edition of International Conference on Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy” (Green Chemistry 2023)

by Ruby Dawson

We are delighted to extend you a warm invitation to join our one of the most prestigious conferences on “3rd Edition of International Conference on Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy” (G

Filed under: Information and Resources

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1899 views | Posted on: 07/04/2022 | Last updated: 07/04/2022

Passive House 201 Event: Technical Aspects of Design & Construction, August 16, 3 PM

by gracemorrison

This session will take a deeper look into common design & construction strategies for achieving the Passive House standard.

Concepts will include building envelope & insulation, air tightne

Filed under: Webinars

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Design,Construction,Passive House

0 replies | 2552 views | Posted on: 06/15/2022 | Last updated: 08/10/2022

Grey to Green Virtual Conference 2022: Designing Future Proof Cities With Green Infrastructure, June 22 - 23

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As we build back from the COVID-19 Pandemic, we can reimagine our communities as places where health and well being are at the forefront of design, planning and investment. The 9th Annual Grey to

Keywords: Green Roofs,Grey to Green

0 replies | 1440 views | Posted on: 06/06/2022 | Last updated: 06/07/2022

Better Buildings, Better Plants 2022 Summit, May 17-19

by samanthaklein // Intern

The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit is May 17-19, 2022 at the DoubleTree Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. This summit will provide opport

Filed under: Washington, DC

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Technology,built environment,Better Buildings

0 replies | 1260 views | Posted on: 04/21/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

Free Webinar: The Switch Is On: Electrify California! April 28, 5:30 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Did you know that over 90% of the gas that's used in buildings is methane?

Most homes in California burn natural gas or propane for space heating, water heating, and cooking. These gases&m

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Heating and cooling systems,methane,Decarbonization,Electrification

0 replies | 1639 views | Posted on: 04/03/2022 | Last updated: 04/03/2022

Green Finance: How to Take Advantage of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Green Lending Programs

by YijunW

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) gives green builders a financial advantage through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are United States government-sponsored enterprise (G…

Filed under: Financial Services

0 replies | 4530 views | Posted on: 04/29/2018 | Last updated: 07/13/2018

New York BEST Conference on Clean Energy and Energy Storage Technologies, Sep 27, 2018, Binghamton, New York

by Aditya

The New York Battery and Energy Storage Technology (NY-BEST) Consortium, in partnership with the Southern Tier Incubator, is hosting its Annual Fall Technology Conference “Clean Energy and Energy St…

Filed under: Energy

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,Sustainable Development,Energy Storage Technologies

0 replies | 1460 views | Posted on: 08/31/2018 | Last updated: 08/31/2018

Team USGBC - Jr. Achievement Fundraising Bike Ride, September 9, 2018, St.Paul, MN

by Aditya

Join USGBC Minnesota's Bike Team and help us raise money for a great project! MEP Associates is teaming up to raise money with U.S. Green Building Council Minnesota to support their Green Schools p…

Filed under: Fundraising

Keywords: Healthy Building,Sustainability,Green Schools,Composting,Sustainable Schools

0 replies | 1088 views | Posted on: 08/13/2018 | Last updated: 08/13/2018

Studies: High Ventilation Rates are Associated with Lower Rate of Illness and Absences

by YijunW

Have you thought about how ventilation* rates influence human health and performance? Studies have shown high ventilation rates are associated with lower respiratory illness, lower rates of sick build

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 3575 views | Posted on: 07/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/15/2023

New England's Climate Readiness: Diverse Voices on Adaptation and Resilience Newiee's, July 26, Lowell, MA

by Eileen Flynn // Student

New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) is pleased to announce its fourth annual “Women Shaping the Agenda” series titled “New England’s Climate Readiness: Diverse Voices on A…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: New England Women In Energy and the Environment

0 replies | 1129 views | Posted on: 07/19/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

2018 Environmental and Sustainability Summit, August 20 - 22, Prescott, AZ

by Eileen Flynn // Student

A three day summit that discusses how the Arizona Chamber of Commerce can help contribute to a more sustainable Arizona. The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry believes that to maintain a strong…

Filed under: Events

Solar Energy and Green Building

Keywords: Environment,Sustainability,Arizona

0 replies | 1740 views | Posted on: 07/08/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

7th Annual Green Building Expo and Ed, October 18, NY

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Join us for the educational, informational event showcasing green building products and services. Networking. Learning. Seeing green products and services. Expanded Education Sessions to be Annou…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainability,New York

0 replies | 1478 views | Posted on: 06/20/2018 | Last updated: 06/20/2018

3-Day GRIHA V 2015 Training Program, Aug 29 - 31, Jaipur, India

by Eileen Flynn // Student

A three-day training workshop is being organized by GRIHA Council in association with TERI from August 29-31, 2018 in Jaipur. The workshop aims at enhancing the knowledge on green buildings and GRIHA …

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

Keywords: India Green Building

0 replies | 1242 views | Posted on: 06/11/2018 | Last updated: 06/11/2018

Developers Urged to Go Green in Cebu, Phillipines

by YijunW

Going green in construction and facilities is not just about good looks and savings on utility bills, but more and also about the building resilience, health, and well-being of every single person. Ho…

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 1139 views | Posted on: 06/04/2018 | Last updated: 06/28/2018

Renewable Energy Expo 2018, August 2 - 4, Yangon, Myanmar

by YijunW

RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO MYANMAR 2018 is the only specialized Renewable Energy technology and equipment event that brings together an international congregation of Government and private renewable energy…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1399 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/18/2018

Rental Effect Study: Which Green Office Building Features Do Tenants Pay For?

by YijunW

A 2017 study shows that green features such as natural light, efficient HVAC, water conservation, public transit, an electric car charging station, an onsite fitness facility, and access to services w

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 8888 views | Posted on: 05/13/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

U.S. Postal Service Seeks Solar Project Proposals for Facilities in California, DC, Massachusetts and New Jersey

by YijunW

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is looking for renewable energy generation project in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. "The United States Postal Service ... requ…

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 1402 views | Posted on: 05/05/2018 | Last updated: 05/09/2018

 

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