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All-Day LEED for Homes Workshop, December 10, Grand Rapids, MI

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

LEED certification is the most well-known green rating system in the world, but how does the new version work with residential spaces such as homes and multifamily?

Join as they take you

Southface Institute: GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green, October 2, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Southface is partnering with 2M Design Consultants to offer the GPRO Fundamentals of Building Green Course. Participants will learn how to see buildings differently and understand foundational strateg

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

0 replies | 614 views | Posted on: 09/02/2024 | Last updated: 09/02/2024

Free Webinar – Six Ways to Eliminate the Need for Newly Mined Battery Minerals, August 22, 11:30-12:30 am ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

RMI research shows that we can virtually eliminate the need for newly mined battery minerals by 2050. In this webinar, authors of RMI’s new report will outline six solutions to address

0 replies | 439 views | Posted on: 08/12/2024 | Last updated: 08/12/2024

Free GreenBiz Webinar: Navigate the New Carbon Market Rules to Maximize Returns, August 8, 1-2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

2024 has seen a flurry of new guidelines and regulations on corporate climate disclosures and carbon credits. In this webcast, GreenBiz carbon lead Margaret Morales speaks with experts from industry,

0 replies | 557 views | Posted on: 07/23/2024 | Last updated: 07/23/2024

16 Best Practices for Sustainable Operations & Maintenance, Online, July 25, 9am-12:30pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

Heating, cooling, ventilation, lighting, water heating, and irrigation are among the many types of building operating systems necessary to help ensure occupant comfort, safety, and well-being.

Howe

Filed under: Webinars

UK Green Building

0 replies | 737 views | Posted on: 06/25/2024 | Last updated: 06/25/2024

Free Webinar: Decarbonizing School Buildings – The Building Electrification Technology Roadmap (BETR) for Schools, June 27, 10-11 PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join New Buildings Institute to learn about the Building Electrification Technology Roadmap (BETR) for K-12 Schools and hear a California school district’s firsthand experience with electri

0 replies | 825 views | Posted on: 06/07/2024 | Last updated: 06/07/2024

NESEA Pro Builder Green Building Tour: Under Construction Passive House Development in Northern CT, June 7, 12:30 - 5 pm

by Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)

On June 7, NESEA is offering a tour of a new passive house rental community that is currently under construction in Storrs, CT. This is a chance for attendees to go behind-the-scenes with the project

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 531 views | Posted on: 05/22/2024 | Last updated: 10/02/2024

Free Slipstream Webinar: Health, Safety and Comfort – The House is a System, May 30, 9-10 am CST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Have you heard the phrase "The House is a System"? Have you ever wondered what that really means? Do you know what it takes to make a house healthy, safe, and comfortable? Join us as we iden

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 695 views | Posted on: 05/02/2024 | Last updated: 05/02/2024

New England Women in Energy and the Environment - NEWIEE)'s 13th Annual Awards Gala, April 25, 6-9 pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NEWIEE’s 13th Annual Awards Gala celebrates the accomplishments of women in the energy and environment fields! The Gala draws attendees from across New England for an inspirational eve

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 529 views | Posted on: 04/16/2024 | Last updated: 04/16/2024

PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder Training, March 29-April 2, Chicago, IL

by mkilmartin // Intern

Become a PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder (CPHB)

Superinsulation, airtight envelopes, high-performance window installation, site management, component sourcing—passive house construction

Filed under: Education

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1960 views | Posted on: 01/29/2020 | Last updated: 02/01/2020

EBC 14th Annual Construction and Demolition Materials Management Regional Summit, 1/30, 7:15am-12pm, Framingham MA

by mkilmartin // Intern

The EBC 14th Annual Construction and Demolition (C&D) Materials Management Summit continues to be the primary industry forum that explores the state of the industry in New England. C&D materia

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1548 views | Posted on: 01/17/2020 | Last updated: 01/22/2020

LowC3 Conference, October 5-6 (Now Online!)

by mkilmartin // Intern

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Event organizers are planning to host this event in Lexington in fall 2020.  Stay tuned for new dates.  

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The University of Kentuc

Filed under: Cleantech

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Green Building,Concrete,Kentucky,Green Construction

0 replies | 1647 views | Posted on: 12/20/2019 | Last updated: 09/12/2020

FREE WEBINAR: Powering Your Home With Solar Energy, December 10, 7:00PM CST

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

Find out how you can shine with solar energy, even if you do not always get direct sunlight. In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Energy Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn:

  • How so

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Solar Energy

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar,Solar Energy,Free webinar

0 replies | 929 views | Posted on: 12/04/2019 | Last updated: 12/04/2019

Party for a Great Cause: Equinox - Vote Solar's Annual Celebration: 3/17, 6 pm, San Francisco

by alicia2390 // Admin

VOTE SOLAR'S ANNUAL CELEBRATION & FUNDRAISER, 3/17 - 6 pm Come check out a Great party for a great cause called Equinox located in San Francisco California. Vote Solar is excited to be honoring U.…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1377 views | Posted on: 02/26/2016 | Last updated: 02/29/2016

VW and Vehicles Expo, December 6, Cocoa, FL

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

An event focused on Florida's Volkswagen Mitigation Plan and alternative fuel vehicle technology.


About this Event:

  • Morning State Plan update and alt fuel technology sessions
  • Meet wit

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Related to: Transportation

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Government Policy,Florida,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1548 views | Posted on: 11/01/2019 | Last updated: 11/01/2019

Solar & Energy Storage Midwest Conference, November 13-15, Chicago, IL

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

Solar and Energy Storage Midwest is featuring energy storage, wind, and installer-specific content. Join solar industry leaders and professionals from the region and gain insight into the latest trend

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Solar,Solar Energy

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy,Energy Storage,Chicago, IL

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 10/20/2019 | Last updated: 10/20/2019

2019 Northwest Green Building Slam + Summit, Seattle, WA, October 25-26

by AbbieKnight

This October, the Northwest EcoBuilding Guild presents the 2019 Northwest Green Building Slam + Summit at Kane Hall on the University of Washington Campus.


The Slam: "10 Presenters, 10 Slide

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Social Networking,Education,Green Building Slam

0 replies | 887 views | Posted on: 10/06/2019 | Last updated: 10/07/2019

Sustainable Job Opportunity: Stormwater Training Coordinator, Audubon, RI

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Summary: The Audubon Society of Rhode Island (Audubon) is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee the launch of the Providence Stormwater Innovation Center at Roger Williams Park (Innovation Center).

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 689 views | Posted on: 09/25/2019 | Last updated: 09/25/2019

Green Festival Expo: SEPTEMBER 16-18 Los Angeles

by Higgins_James // Student

Green Festival is back in LA for our 6th year! Join the Green Festival Marketplace by exploring over 250 exhibitors, learning from over 50 inspirational speakers, indulging in some delicious vegan or …

California Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Living,Green Living

0 replies | 1283 views | Posted on: 07/19/2016 | Last updated: 07/19/2016

July 14th & August 11th: Nature Storytime for Sprouts - Individual Classes

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Children ages 3-6 and their adult caregivers are invited to join Duke Farms in Hillsborough Township, NJ for a 90 minute nature themed monthly program. Each month Duke Farms' “sprouts” will use th…

Land Science Educator Network: Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

LandScience: Urban Planning Through a Virtual Internship!! 2016 - 2017 School Year Apply Now Mass Audubon and the University of Wisconsin are currently looking for environmental educators and o…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Mass Audubon,University of Wisconsin

0 replies | 1350 views | Posted on: 07/01/2016 | Last updated: 07/01/2016

June 22nd: Energy Connections: State Efficiency Standards And Their Business Impact

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

EVENT DETAILS Many states, including Colorado, have energy efficiency resource standards that set specific long-term targets for electric utility’s energy savings. We’ll hear from several multi…

Putting a Price on Carbon, June 9, 6-7:30 pm, Amherst, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Mary Jo Maffei of "Climate Action Now" will discuss using carbon pricing to incentivize shifting from fossil fuels to things like locally-made biodiesel. Appetizers are on your host - guests cover …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Carbon Pricing,Masachusetts

0 replies | 1009 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 06/08/2016

Women and the Environment, "Ladies Lounge," April 21, 6:30-8:30- PM, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

GA + WEWORK + JUST US GALS Present: Ladies Lounge Women and the Environment, April 21, 6:30-8:3- PM, Boston GA Boston 51 Melcher Street Boston , MA 02210 On the eve of Earth Day, celebrate…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Women in Green

0 replies | 1300 views | Posted on: 04/19/2016 | Last updated: 04/19/2016

Department of Energy's Better Buildings Summit 2016, May 9-11 - Multifamily Track

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Department of Energy, Better Buildings Summit 2016 May 9-11, 2016 in Washington D.C. The Better Buildings Summit is a national meeting where leading organizations across key sectors showcase solut…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Efficiency,Department of Energy

0 replies | 1273 views | Posted on: 03/15/2016 | Last updated: 03/15/2016

 

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