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National Microgrids Conference, Boston, MA on April 17-19th

by AbbieKnight

The concept of a microgrid is quickly becoming one of the most popular trends in energy distribution, offering resilience and independence that can't be achieved relying on the tradition

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Microgrids

0 replies | 2305 views | Posted on: 03/19/2019 | Last updated: 03/19/2019

NECEC Climate Finance Summit, June 21, Boston, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

The road to building decarbonization will involve significant levels of public and private sector investment as well as complex financing structures to manage risk. The Northeast Clean Energy Council

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 679 views | Posted on: 06/05/2023 | Last updated: 06/05/2023

Crushing the Code NYS: Residential, Urban Green Council, Online, June 15

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

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

Filed under: Education

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1722 views | Posted on: 05/18/2023 | Last updated: 05/19/2023

Decarbonizing Communities & Campuses, May 3, Worcester, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Decarbonization has become a priority across every sector, creating new challenges—and also many opportunities. From planning to implementation to stakeholder engagement, there are moving parts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 640 views | Posted on: 04/27/2023 | Last updated: 04/27/2023

Free PG&E Webinar: Green Building: Hype or Help?, May 4, 10am-12pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This is a SoCal Edison (SCE) class. This webinar is a survey of sustainable design practice including the LEED™ certification process. The intent is to familiarize participants with the state-of

California Green Building

0 replies | 1329 views | Posted on: 04/13/2023 | Last updated: 04/13/2023

Plaex Building Systems, Inc. - Modular, Durable Construction Blocks with over 90% Recycled Materials

by Rate It Green Team


Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. recently spoke with Matt Durnnian of Plaex Building Systems, Inc at the International Building Show (IBS), and really we kept thinking,

Filed under: Structural Composites

Keywords: Building Materials,Construction blocks,Waste Stream,Recycled content

0 replies | 6385 views | Posted on: 03/24/2023 | Last updated: 04/08/2023

Free Greenbuild Webinar: Regenerative Design: Project Positive, March 28, 1-2pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

We have always looked to nature for design inspiration. Now we also designing with and for nature, leveraging design and technology in the service of nature. They are working to reduce our c

0 replies | 1780 views | Posted on: 03/10/2023 | Last updated: 03/10/2023

Free Webinar: All about DOE Zero Energy Ready v2, March 29, 12–2pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

The DOE Zero Energy Ready Program comprises several stepping stones, including the hers Index, Energy Star, and EPA Indoor Air Plus. Please understand these programs well to understand DOE Zero E

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 2014 views | Posted on: 02/21/2023 | Last updated: 02/22/2023

Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit, March 12-15, Phoenix, Arizona

by Hani // Social media manager

Infocast’s unified Solar + Wind Finance & Investment Summit in 2022 gathered an unprecedented number of leading industry players to network and get fully briefed on the renewables

0 replies | 1334 views | Posted on: 02/07/2023 | Last updated: 02/07/2023

Free Webinar: What the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Means for All-Electric Construction, January 26, 12pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

With cutting edge technologies like heat pumps, electric fireplaces, induction stoves and heat pump water heaters, the all-electric home is already the less expensive, decarbonized and more premium op

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Construction,Heat Pumps,Technology,Decarbonization,Electrification,inflation,Inflation Reduction Act

0 replies | 1565 views | Posted on: 01/17/2023 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Green Building Slam, St. Louis, MO, June 11 5:30-7:30 pm

by Gina Pryciak // Student

This year’s event will feature several fast paced presentations with an eye on redevelopment and equity. 

North Lafayette Square

This 12 acre project develops long vacant former indus

Filed under: Missouri

Missouri Green Building

0 replies | 1216 views | Posted on: 06/03/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

4th Annual Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference (ELEMCON), May 13-15, Denver, CO

by AbbieKnight

The Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference offers a unique opportunity for environmental, sustainability and energy professionals to come together to identify new areas of opportunity to

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Efficiency,Industry Changemakers

0 replies | 1593 views | Posted on: 04/11/2019 | Last updated: 04/12/2019

USGBC Student Groups

by Steven Fitzgerald // Student/Consultant

I know that this is short notice about the free webinar's that I emailed several members about in the Student Group. At 11 am FLIR Manufacturer of Infrared Cameras is having a free "High Performance T…

Emerging Green Professionals

0 replies | 1087 views | Posted on: 11/13/2014 | Last updated: 11/13/2014

I am researching urban agriculture, any help would be much appreciated.

by estrenton // Industrial & Interaction Designer

I am currently pursuing my thesis in Industrial and Interaction Design. Over the past five months, I have been researching the connection of sustainability between urban agriculture, community and mat

Filed under: Environment

0 replies | 2032 views | Posted on: 02/18/2019 | Last updated: 02/18/2019

Cook County Sustainability Version 2.0, February 6, Chicago, IL

by ella.nielsen44 // Student

“In 2010, President Toni Preckwinkle took office as President of Cook County. She convened an advisory council of industry professionals to set forth goals and objectives to make Cook County a w

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Climate Change,Sustainability

0 replies | 1364 views | Posted on: 01/25/2019 | Last updated: 01/26/2019

FREE WEBINAR: Integrative Process and Whole Canopy System Solution Design, Tuesday, March 19, 2019 - 12:00pm to 1:30pm EDT

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

Canopy systems are sometimes one of those building elements that gets taken for granted or overlooked, despite the important role they play in providing coverage, shading and reduced heat gain to a bu

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: architectural canopies,shading,canopy systems

0 replies | 1984 views | Posted on: 01/17/2019 | Last updated: 01/17/2019

What Makes a HERS Home So Special, Anyway?: A Comparison of Field-Tested Homes – Free CE Webinar December 19, 2018, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

by Aditya

What Makes a HERS Home So Special, Anyway?: A Comparison of Field-Tested Homes – Free CE Webinar
December 19, 2018, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm

https://greenhomeinstitute.org/events/what-makes-a-hers


0 replies | 2029 views | Posted on: 12/05/2018 | Last updated: 12/05/2018

Wisconsin Better Buildings, Better Business Conference, Feb 13 - 15, Wisconsin Dells

by Yishan

The 2019 Better Buildings: Better Business Conference will feature a new Expo layout featuring 60 booth spaces, electric vehicles, demos and everyone’s favorite Better Beer: Better Brats recepti

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 2087 views | Posted on: 11/18/2018 | Last updated: 11/18/2018

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel, Thursday, September 10, 5:30-8:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel Thursday, September 10 5:30 - 8:30 PM What fosters private and public sector ideas at the nexus of technology and government. How does in…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Innovation

0 replies | 2147 views | Posted on: 08/31/2015 | Last updated: 09/01/2015

Energy Efficiency Progress: What We’ve Gained in 35 Years

by Chelsea W. // Student

A new report by the America Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, “Energy Efficiency in the United States: 35 Years and Counting," was released and found some truly incredible things. For one, yo…

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

Related to: Information and Resources ,Media,Energy,News,Studies/Surveys

Keywords: news,Energy Efficiency,Studies

0 replies | 2248 views | Posted on: 07/28/2015 | Last updated: 07/28/2015

Webinar on Demand (Free): The Who, Where and How of Installing a Solar Array, by CleanFootprint

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Installing Solar Does NOT Have to Be Complicated This webinar is designed for Facility Managers who want to install solar but are unsure of the installation process. We will discuss the who, where,…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Solar,Clean FootPrint

0 replies | 1375 views | Posted on: 06/29/2015 | Last updated: 06/29/2015

Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum: Thursday, May 14 -Stories of Trial and Hope from Japan

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum: Thursday, May 14 -Stories of Trial and Hope from Japan First Parish in Cambridge Unitarian Universalist; 3 Church Street, Harvard Square Doors open at …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Environment,NESEA,BASEA,Japan,Fukushima,Minamata, Ishimure Michiko

0 replies | 1972 views | Posted on: 05/04/2015 | Last updated: 05/04/2015

Architectural Signage Southwood Group Custom Graphics Specialists - Faciliteit

by brikskieloop

SouthWood is verheugd te worden gehuisvest in een modern, nieuw, eigendom van het bedrijf 40.000 vierkante meter faciliteit op 6 + hectare grond in het zuidwesten van Charlotte. Wij zijn gevestigd op …

Filed under: Printing

Related to: Services

0 replies | 2365 views | Posted on: 03/25/2015 | Last updated: 03/25/2015

Energy Efficiency Workshop, February 12 at 8 am, Quincy Chamber of Commerce

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Energy Efficiency Workshop February 12 8-10 am Quincy Chamber of Commerce This event is geared to the business person and home owner that wishes to reduce heating and electric costs will makin…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Efficiency,Solar

0 replies | 1611 views | Posted on: 02/05/2015 | Last updated: 03/06/2015

 

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