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Building Energy Modeling is a versatile, multipurpose tool that is used in new building and retrofit design, green certification, qualification for tax credits and utility incentives.
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Passive House Construction Primer, Online, March 14, 1-2 pm
Learn the basic principles and best practices of Passive House construction in this one-hour introductory course. The Passive House Construction Primer is a slightly more technical version of our orig
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Florence MacGregor is the Executive Director of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, where she has contributed to advancing sustainability practices in the built environment during her seven
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Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Course, February 2-28
Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have a long history of providing flexible, cost-effective, family-oriented housing. Recent regulatory changes in several states make ADUs a viable option to generate re
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ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2023, Online and Complimentary, January 11, 1 - 2 pm EST
In late 2022, ULI's Greenprint Center for Building Performance interviewed members of various sustainability-focused Product Councils in the Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe to inform an "o
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Hotels of the Future: How is Artificial Intelligence Changing the Hospitality Industry?
The use of AI in the hospitality industry is still in its relative infancy, but the possibilities for adoption are vast. Though technology will never entirely replace the human touch that is at the co
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Starting in June and running throughout 2020, USGBC will provide robust online programming comprised of live events and on-demand education sessions, with a regional focus on European and Latin Americ
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To educate about ‘Building Longevity and Sustainability’ and how these concepts impact making buildings more energy efficient. The course examines how foil-faced polyiso continuous insulation can
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Webinar: Missing Pieces of Decarbonization Puzzle Realized, November 19, 1pm EDT
The process to decarbonize power systems is complicated. Grid operators are tasked with balancing affordability and reliability as more renewable energy comes online. Utilities must find the right mix
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In this one-hour video presentation, attendees will explore how HVLS fans can contribute to LEED v4, increase thermal comfort, and provide a silent and elegant design strategy. Then, there will be aÂ
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Free Webinar: What's New in the 2020 NYC Energy Code? October 5, 1pm EDT
What’s New in the 2020 NYC Energy Code is a free 90-minute online class designed to cover the major updates in the 2020 NYCECC and how it relates to NYC’s Local Law 97.
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Attend this webinar to learn more about:
- Energy tips to reduce your utility costs & increase your comfort
- Seasonal maintenance for a safe, healthy home
- Protecting your invest
Webinar: Balancing Health and Energy During COVID-19, September 18, 10-11 am EDT
Join the Urban Green Council for the next episode of Urban Green Live. Hosted by Urban Green Council CEO John Mandyck, this live interview series features international industry experts to a
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Heathrow Airport Targets Zero Carbon, Zero Waste by 2050
London’s Heathrow airport launched a sustainability strategy that includes using 100 percent renewable energy by April and operating a zero-carbon, zero-waste airport by 2050. Dubbed Heathrow 2.0…
Beyond Recycling - Upcycling, Webcast, August 13th, 2-3 pm PST
Upcycle Webcast, August 13th
Safety is Metro’s top priority while we continue to do the work to chart our path forward, especially as LA County reopens in stages. Throughout the year, Metro i
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Webinar: Embodied Carbon 101 - Certifications and Commitments Overview, August 3, 3 pm EDT
The Embodied Carbon 101 (EC101) series will give AEC professionals foundational embodied carbon knowledge and empower them to incorporate carbon considerations into their work. Rather than attempting
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Building Tour: Arup & Tsoi/Kobus – LEED, WELL, & FitWel in Boston June 28th 5:30pm-7:30pm
Both located at 60 Street, Arup and Tsoi/Kobus have designed their offices with sustainability and wellness in mind. Join these two leading-edge firms for a joint presentation and tour on how they eac…
The Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA) is offering a special opportunity for state officials to participate in a full-day workshop on low- and moderate-income (LMI) solar. The workshop will be held i…
Energy Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, June 1
The Berlin-based author of the techno-cyber thriller, Blackout, Marc Elsberg, will be featurd. In addition to Marc, panelists will speak on cyber and grid resiliency -- Scott Aaronson, Security Execut…
NEW YORK PASSIVE HOUSE 2017 (NYPH17) CONFERENCE & EXPO, June 16, 8:30 am- 6:30pm, New York, NY
Interest and advocacy of Passive House standards is surging globally. Passive House is continuously cited by governments across Europe and North America as a vitally important building standard for de…
RecyclingWorks Forum: Prevent Wasted Food in Campus Dining
RecyclingWorks Forum: Prevent Wasted Food in Campus Dining May 4 | 9:30-11:30am Smith College Campus, Dewey Common Room - 7 College Lane, Northhampton Food waste is a growing issue across the gl…
Event: BuildingEnergy NYC, 10/12, New York
The BuildingEnergy NYC Conference + Trade Show is NYC's fastest-growing event for professionals and practitioners working to build a more sustainable world. It brings more than 600 industry leaders an…
Event: Los Angeles Women in Green - Breakfast, 4/14, 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM, Los Angeles, CA
Event: Los Angeles Women in Green - Breakfast Friday, April 14 7:30 AM - 10:00 AM Please join us for a discussion on social justice at the Los Angeles Women in Green - Breakfast. Since Novembe…
Living Future unConference 17, May 16-19, Seattle
Living Future unConference is an annual event that attracts disruptive design leaders. Join a cross-industry collaborative network that is creating a healthy built environment. Living Future is the…
The historic New Delhi Ashok Hotel: Beyond green to LEED Gold
Nestled within 25 acres of prime land in the diplomatic enclave of New Delhi, India, The Ashok hotel epitomizes heritage and grandeur, with sustainability embedded as its core value. This 550-room, fi…
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