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FREE Webinar Hosted by NBI, Codes and Policies to Advance Zero Goals: Policies for Retrofits and New Construction, June 18, 11 am - 12 pm PDT

by Connie NBI

This is a Best of the Forum session. States and local governments are actively developing policy approaches aimed at driving towards zero energy and/or zero carbon new buildings and deep emission redu

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Net Zero Energy,NZE

0 replies | 1391 views | Posted on: 05/06/2020 | Last updated: 05/07/2020

Free Webinar: Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) Fundamentals & IAQ-based Energy Reduction, March 11, 10 - 11 am

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Introduction to the components of air quality (particulates, microbial, gases), technologies (ventilation, filters, bi-polar ionization, photo-catalytic oxidation, ultraviolet germicidal irradiation,

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 618 views | Posted on: 02/06/2026 | Last updated: 02/06/2026

NCI: The High-Performance Approach to Heat Pump Retrofits, February 19, Anaheim, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The surge in heat pump demand, driven by electrification and energy efficiency goals, is reshaping the HVAC landscape. But retrofitting with heat pumps isn't plug-and-play. Inverter systems, dual

California Green Building

0 replies | 489 views | Posted on: 01/20/2026 | Last updated: 01/20/2026

Building for a Changing Climate: Foundations of Resilience and Adaptation, a 4-Part Series, Online, February 2- 28

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The climate emergency is already having effects across the world, and in 2024 we reached 1.5 degrees of warming above pre-industrial levels for the first time. These changes in our climate are al

UK Green Building

0 replies | 646 views | Posted on: 12/30/2025 | Last updated: 01/01/2026

Climate Literacy, Online Self-Paced 15-hour Course, January 26 - March 20

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Are you a community leader, communicator, or educator interested in building your knowledge of the basics of climate change and what we can do about it?

By the end of this course, you will be able

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1079 views | Posted on: 12/09/2025 | Last updated: 12/10/2025

Construction & Demolition Recycling Association (CDRA) Trade Show and Conference, January 27-30, Tampa, Florida

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The C&D World Conference has been renamed the CDRA Conference & Tradeshow to better reflect the strong connection between the event and the Construction & Demolition Recycling Association

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1320 views | Posted on: 11/25/2025 | Last updated: 11/26/2025

2026 Midwest Energy Solutions Conference, January 26-29, Chicago, Illinois

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Once a year, MEEA invites all energy stakeholders to gather at our annual Midwest Energy Solutions Conference to raise awareness and reinforce the importance of energy efficiency in the Midwest. MES i

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1469 views | Posted on: 11/07/2025 | Last updated: 11/17/2025

Better Buildings Hub Launch & Resource Fair, November 20, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Save the date for the official launch of the Better Buildings Hub — a new resource helping schools, homes, businesses, and community spaces become energy-efficient, climate-ready, and

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 766 views | Posted on: 10/08/2025 | Last updated: 10/09/2025

NESEA Pro Green Building Tour: Deep Energy Retrofit of Historic Apartments in Boston, October 24, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Originally built in 1888 as two-story duplex apartments and renovated in 2003, these units are being redesigned and updated to achieve Passive House certification through a comprehensive Deep Energy R

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1985 views | Posted on: 09/16/2025 | Last updated: 09/17/2025

Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) - Board of Directors Position Available

by AbbieKnight

Each year, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) Membership elects individuals to serve on their Board of Directors. This year, they are adding an open application period to the pr

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Northeast Solar Energy Association - NESEA,Board of Directors

0 replies | 1916 views | Posted on: 06/23/2020 | Last updated: 06/30/2020

FREE Webinar: Uncontrolled Moisture: The Enemy of a Healthy Home, June 17, 12pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

We all know that fresh air ventilation and whole house air filtration are important to achieving a healthy home but there is one other major component that is often not considered – dedicated mo

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Related to: Education ,Indoor Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Indoor Air Quality,Humidity,Moisture Control

0 replies | 1494 views | Posted on: 06/09/2020 | Last updated: 06/09/2020

Webinar: GreenCE: Sustainable Hand Dryer Solutions, June 11, 12pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will discuss how hand dryers have evolved from the first generation of hand dryers to the efficient, hygienic wave of the present and future. Examining the newest features available,

Filed under: Appliances

Related to: Green Consumer Products

Keywords: Electric Hand Dryers,Hand Dryer,Green hygiene

0 replies | 1631 views | Posted on: 05/28/2020 | Last updated: 05/29/2020

Radio BE-Ex: New York's Path to Decarbonization Webcast with Janet Joseph, May 21, 1-2 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

New York State has one of the most progressive climate action plans in the country– a commitment to 100 percent carbon free electricity by 2040, and carbon neutrality across all sectors of the e

Filed under: Podcasts

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,NYSERDA,Decarbonization,Radio

0 replies | 1493 views | Posted on: 05/14/2020 | Last updated: 05/14/2020

Oct 12, 11:30 am - 1 pm - Sustainability Forum Luncheon Seminar: Climate Change Impact on the Sustainability of North Shore Water Mgt. Systems

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Oct 12 - Sustainability Forum Luncheon Seminar, 11:30 am -1 pm Climate Change Impact on the Sustainability of North Shore Water Mgt. Systems 100 Cummings Center, Suite 221-E Beverly MA 01915 S…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1115 views | Posted on: 10/11/2016 | Last updated: 10/11/2016

Greenbuild Health & Wellness Webinar Series: Empathic Architecture and the Nervous System, May 6, 1 - 2 pm

by Veer Mudambi // Journalist - Writing Green

Architectural designs can have lasting effects, not just on the intended users of buildings, but also on passersby. Buildings, unlike art, are public objects and in many cases mandatory for daily use.

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 2011 views | Posted on: 04/22/2020 | Last updated: 04/23/2020

FREE Green Building Webinar - Decorative Hardwood Plywood - A Beautifully Sustainable Choice, April 30, 12 pm

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

In this one-hour course, design professionals will gain in-depth knowledge of decorative hardwood plywood, focusing on its manufacture, uses, and sustainability. It will discuss visual grading, the na

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 1506 views | Posted on: 04/08/2020 | Last updated: 04/10/2020

Greenbiz: Circularity 20: Advancing the Circular Economy, (Online) August 25-27

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Circularity isn’t just another sustainability framework — it’s a radically different way of doing business. It’s an emerging business strategy that enables companies and organi

Keywords: business,Economy,Greenbiz,Circular Economy,Green Business

0 replies | 1239 views | Posted on: 03/23/2020 | Last updated: 08/23/2020

Facades+ NYC 2020, September 23-24, New York, NY

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

***Facades+New York City has been postponed.  We will announce the new date as soon as we're aware of it.

 

Facades+ bring together some of the world’s most productive buildi

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Related to: Energy Management,Designers,Architects ,Builders/Contractors

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,green technology

0 replies | 1048 views | Posted on: 03/14/2020 | Last updated: 09/12/2020

Home Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Workshop, Tuesday, February 28, Greenfield

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Home Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Workshop Presented by tje Center for EcoTechnology Tuesday, February 28 6 - 7 pm Greenfield Public Library 402 Main Street - Greenfield CET's ho…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Weatherization

0 replies | 1003 views | Posted on: 02/22/2017 | Last updated: 02/22/2017

A film worth watching: How to keep cool without costing the Earth?

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

About 6% of the electricity generated in America is used to power air-conditioning systems that cool homes and offices. As countries such as Brazil, China and India grow richer, they will surely do li…

Filed under: Other Products

Keywords: Carbon Reduction,Materials Science,Cooling Technique

0 replies | 2858 views | Posted on: 02/14/2017 | Last updated: 02/14/2017

Event: Conquering the Energy Code for Architects & Engineers - Residential. February 3, 9am - 5pm Manhattan

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Conquering the Energy Code for Architects & Engineers - Residential February 3, 9am - 5pm Urban Green Council - Manhattan 55 Broad Street, 9th Floor - Blue Room New York, NY The new Energy Code…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Code,NYC Events,Continuing Education Credits

0 replies | 1060 views | Posted on: 02/02/2017 | Last updated: 02/02/2017

U.S. Building Sector Emissions Down Again!

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

The 2030 Challenge, which initially began in 2005, is ALL about lowering U.S. building sector energy consumption so that by the year 2030, all buildings/developments/renovations will be carbon neutral…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Keywords: ASHRAE,Architecture 2030,The 2030 Challenge,U.S. Building Sector Emissions,AIA

0 replies | 1963 views | Posted on: 01/19/2017 | Last updated: 01/20/2017

Rocky Mountain Green 2017 - USGBC Colorado - April 26 - 28, Denver

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Rocky Mountain Green 2017 - USGBC Colorado April 26 - 28, Denver Sheraton Denver Downtown Hotel 1550 Court Pl Denver, CO 80202 Rocky Mountain Green by USGBC Colorado is the flagship green bu…

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 2447 views | Posted on: 04/08/2017 | Last updated: 04/08/2017

USGBC MA Residential Committee Meeting 11/14 - Hear about LEED, NZE, LBC and Passive House Projects: 5:45 pm- Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Date/Time: Monday November 14 ~ 5:45-8pm Location: 50 Milk St. Boston. Conference room Aristotle – 15th floor GUEST SPEAKER: Rick Ames, from Next Phase Studios will talk about some of his w…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 889 views | Posted on: 11/14/2016 | Last updated: 11/14/2016

Green Buildings and Health: From the Lab to the Real World - December 14, 6 - 8:30 pm -

by aahassonjee

Green Buildings and Health: From the Lab to the Real World DECEMBER 14, 6:00 - 8:30 PM Last year's groundbreaking COGfx Study, demonstrated the impact of green buildings and enhanced ventilation o…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1464 views | Posted on: 10/31/2016 | Last updated: 10/31/2016

 

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