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Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, January 12, Online, 3:30-5 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, including a review of past and proposed DSM programs, discussion of program economics, an evaluation of current low-income DSM programs and benchmarking analysi

Filed under: Energy

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

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Sustainable Development,DSM,Economic development

0 replies | 1391 views | Posted on: 12/08/2021 | Last updated: 12/09/2021

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 | 596 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 | 1464 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 | 545 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 | 1221 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 | 5616 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 | 1646 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 | 1846 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 | 1230 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 | 1341 views | Posted on: 01/17/2023 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Learn the Benefits of Healthy, High Performing Homes, Free Webinar Hosted by Sustainable Wellesley, March 10, 7 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Are you Renovating or Building a New Home?

Are you considering renovating or building a new home? Join local design experts on March 10 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for a free webinar focused on h

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1076 views | Posted on: 03/05/2022 | Last updated: 03/05/2022

Sustainability Careers: From Getting Started to Getting Ahead, Online, February 24, 5 pm PT / 8 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join the USGBC-LA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Emerging Professionals, and Women in Green Committees for a panel discussion about entering the sustainability job market and furthering your career

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

California Green Building

0 replies | 1901 views | Posted on: 02/04/2022 | Last updated: 02/04/2022

Mindfulness: Seeding Climate Innovation & Personal Resiliency, January 27, 12-1 PM PST

by Richard Minasian // Student

To jump-start the new year, WCS presents a discussion on how simple, yet profoundly impactful, mindfulness practices can bolster climatetech innovation, equity and personal resiliency. The panel will

Filed under: Resilience

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Cleantech,Innovation,Resiliency,Equity,Climate Resiliency,mindfulness

0 replies | 2197 views | Posted on: 01/04/2022 | Last updated: 01/04/2022

GLOBALCON Expo, March 21-22, Boston, MA

by Oyin

GLOBALCON 2018, presented by the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) the conference is designed to provide hands-on, up-to-the-minute information you can use right away to improve your energy manage…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1642 views | Posted on: 11/02/2017 | Last updated: 11/02/2017

AIA Webinar: A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design, December 9, 2 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

AIA Webinar: A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design

This presentation addresses the role of windows in sustainable design, covers how buildings use energy and how efficient windows pr

Filed under: Window and Door Installation

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Design,Windows

0 replies | 1502 views | Posted on: 11/23/2021 | Last updated: 11/24/2021

Free CE Webinar: Intro to Real-Time Indoor Air Quality Metrics and Scores, December 1, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will discuss indoor air quality metrics such as CO2, VOCS, PM2.5, Humidity, and more, why it is important to measure these, how they are measured, and briefly cover ways to remedy issues

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Humidity

0 replies | 1545 views | Posted on: 11/04/2021 | Last updated: 11/04/2021

Webinar: Lessons Learned from Three Zero Energy Schools, November 9, 8:30 am EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Planning a Zero Energy building can seem daunting, but this session will demystify a successful design and construction process that can put anyone on the path to Net Zero Energy. This session will co

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Design,Energy Efficiency,Net Zero Energy

0 replies | 966 views | Posted on: 10/15/2021 | Last updated: 10/16/2021

2021 Cleantech Open Global Forum, Free and Online, October 20-22, 11 am - 3 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Welcome innovative cleantech / climate-tech / sustainability startups from around the world, including 120 companies from the 2021 Accelerator. Celebrate Cleantech Open's 16th year as th

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Cleantech,Technology,Climate Technology

0 replies | 2310 views | Posted on: 09/27/2021 | Last updated: 09/27/2021

Gubernatorial Forum on Energy and the Environment, April 23, 5-7pm, Boston, MA

by YijunW

Come hear the candidates discuss their ideas and positions on the critical environmental issues we face. The discussion will be moderated by Katie Lannan of State House News Service. Democratic candid…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1030 views | Posted on: 04/13/2018 | Last updated: 04/13/2018

17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo / April 19 / Los Angeles

by JulieDB // Communications in Green Building, Sustainability

Join thought-leaders, from across 88 LA area cities, who are dedicated to a sustainable and energy efficient built environment for all communities. The 17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo …

Filed under: Education

Keywords: Green Building,Design,Sustainable Transportation,Social Equity,Net Zero Water,Green Building Certifications,Waste Management,Zero Net Energy,Conference,codes

0 replies | 3173 views | Posted on: 03/28/2018 | Last updated: 03/29/2018

Equinox, Fundraiser for Vote Solar, March 22, San Francisco

by AbbieKnight

Equinox is more than just a great party, it also directly supports Vote Solar's critical work to keep our country moving forward with clean energy. Learn more about the power of solar and help Vote So…

California Green Building

Keywords: Solar,Solar Energy

0 replies | 1016 views | Posted on: 03/06/2018 | Last updated: 03/19/2018

New England Passive House Multi-Family Conference April 6, Alnoba Retreat Center, Kensington, New Hampshire

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The New England Passive House Consortium (phNE, PHMA, VTPH & CTPH) is pleased to present the first regional conference dedicated to multi-familiy Passive House builidings. Join us for case-studies, po…

Filed under: New Hampshire

New Hampshire Green Building

Keywords: New England Passive House Consortium

0 replies | 2746 views | Posted on: 02/13/2018 | Last updated: 03/21/2018

WMGC - Western Massachusetts Green Night, January 10, Northampton - Energy Incentives in Western Massachusetts

by Amy

Attend Western Massachusetts Green Night at Platform Sports Bar from 5-7pm on January 10th to learn all about Energy Efficiency Incentives in Western Massachusetts. Mark Tajima and Tom Rossmassler…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: WMGC

0 replies | 1019 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/07/2018

Webinar - Diving into Energy Savings Calculations - 11/29, 10am Pacific

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar will provide an overview of commonly used HVAC and energy related equations necessary for spreadsheet energy savings calculations. Tim will review example facility improvement measures ca…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: HVAC,Energy Calculations

0 replies | 1689 views | Posted on: 11/29/2017 | Last updated: 11/29/2017

The World Utility Summit 2018, March 11-13, Delhi, India

by Oyin

In view of the changing utility landscape, the need arises to re-define the “Utility of Utilities” focusing on ensuring electricity, food and water security. WUS-2018 will provide common ground …

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 2492 views | Posted on: 11/05/2017 | Last updated: 11/05/2017

 

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