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Free Green Building Webinar: The Perfect Pair: Sustainable HDPE + Copper Restroom Touch-Points, August 5, 12-1pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

When designing a restroom, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that are durable, hygienic, and sustainable. Join us in this one-hour course as we explore practical

Keywords: restrooms,Commercial Restrooms,HDPE

0 replies | 1756 views | Posted on: 07/15/2021 | Last updated: 07/15/2021

Free Webinar, What's happening with the 2024 IECC residential provisions? June 28, 9-10am PST

by himj // Student Of Green Building

This course will cover the requirements for designing and constructing the 2024 IECC and the consensus process. New construction codes and policies, when aligned with climate goals, are some of the mo

0 replies | 1137 views | Posted on: 06/06/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Building Lasting Change 2023, Canada Green Building Council, June 1-2, A Hybrid Event Online and in Vancouver, Canada

by Hani // Social media manager

Presented by Mitsubishi Electric Heating and Cooling

June 1-2 | JW Marriott Parq | Vancouver BC

Welcome to Canada Green Building Council's annual conference, Building Lasting Change.

From

0 replies | 1372 views | Posted on: 05/20/2023 | Last updated: 05/20/2023

2023 Sustainability Symposium, May 24, Philadelphia, 8am-5:30pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Green Building United is excited to announce the 13th Annual Sustainability Symposium taking place May 24th, 2023 at Drexel University. The Symposium is a full day of educational sessions covering cut

Filed under: Events

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: LEED,Green Communities,Sustainable Infrastructure,Passive House,Education

0 replies | 1847 views | Posted on: 04/30/2023 | Last updated: 05/05/2023

Solar 101: Overview of the Solar Landscape, May 16, 12:30-5 PM ET, Atlanta, Georgia

by Hani // Social media manager

This Solar 101 program is designed to help you get the most out of the upcoming RE+ Southeast conference. The industry experts for a half day workshop designed for those who are interested in a c

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

0 replies | 1362 views | Posted on: 04/17/2023 | Last updated: 04/17/2023

Hi-Velocity HVAC System for Modern Designed Homes

by Matt Hoots // Rate It Green Admin

I worked with a high-velocity HVAC system attached to a ground source heat pump a decade ago.  We had to use this system because the architect did not leave us any room for ductwork, so the

Filed under: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,HVAC,Ventilation,Heating,Cooling,Air Conditioning,comfort,Hi Velocity

0 replies | 4857 views | Posted on: 03/27/2023 | Last updated: 12/31/2023

Free Green Building Webinar: Post-Pandemic Sustainable Design for Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Public Spaces, April 20, 12-1pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

In the wake of COVID-19, people expect more from the facilities they use daily. Public spaces, especially restrooms and locker rooms, must be clean, hygienic, and accessible for everyone to use. Empha

0 replies | 928 views | Posted on: 03/13/2023 | Last updated: 03/14/2023

NECEC's Connecticut Clean Energy Day, March 9, 10:30am-4pm, Hartford, Connecticut

by Hani // Social media manager

NECEC on March 9th for NECEC’s Clean Energy Day at the State Capitol in Hartford, Connecticut. The event will bring together clean energy business leaders with legislators and policymakers to di

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1528 views | Posted on: 02/24/2023 | Last updated: 02/26/2023

Free Green Building Tour - Boxprefab, February 22, Houston, Texas

by Hani // Social media manager

USGBC Texas Gulf Coast Region and the City of Houston's Green Building Resource Center invite you the the first green building tour of 2023. Join other sustainability and green building profession

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1295 views | Posted on: 02/10/2023 | Last updated: 02/10/2023

Online Workshop: Business Climate Challenge Energy Management Workshop, February 21, 1-3 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

The Mayor’s Business Climate Challenge (BCC) is an energy efficiency programme supporting businesses across London reduce their energy consumption by 10% to accelerate progress towards the city&

0 replies | 846 views | Posted on: 01/25/2023 | Last updated: 01/26/2023

Advancing Equity for People of Color: Local Solutions for Housing Stability, An Online Symposium, February 8, 12:30-3:30pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

The COVID-19 pandemic has disproportionately impacted low-income renters and renters of color over the past three years. In December 2020, 11 million households were significantly behind on their rent

0 replies | 1145 views | Posted on: 01/07/2023 | Last updated: 01/07/2023

Whole House Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) Explained, by Panasonic

by Rate It Green Team



We’d like to thank Ken Nelson at Panasonic for his terrific video explanation of how ERVs work and for introducing us to the features and benefits of the Intelli-Balance 200 as

Filed under: Energy Recovery and Heat Recovery Ventilation

Keywords: HVAC,Ventilation Systems,Ventilation,Humidity,ERVs,Whole House Ventilation Systems,ERV,Panasonic

0 replies | 28390 views | Posted on: 09/29/2021 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Greentown Labs Climatetech Career Fair, Online, September 16, 5:30 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

During this webinar, you will learn about career opportunities within the community of climatetech startups. Greentown startups are not only developing climatetech solutions—they’re b

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Green Careers,Greentown Labs

0 replies | 2406 views | Posted on: 09/05/2021 | Last updated: 09/13/2022

MIT Energy Night - October 13, 6:30-9:30, Cambridge

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Now in its 11th year, Energy Night showcases the energy research, education, and entrepreneurship at MIT. This year's event will showcase a myriad of interactive poster presentations from every energ…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Cleantech,MIT Energy

0 replies | 1481 views | Posted on: 09/29/2017 | Last updated: 09/29/2017

Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, In Person and Online, September 21-23, San Diego, CA

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

The time has never been better; the need has never been greater. Greenbuild brings together leaders developing the next generation of standards, policies, and partnerships to build a better quality of

Filed under: Greenbuild

Keywords: Greenbuild

0 replies | 6471 views | Posted on: 06/20/2021 | Last updated: 08/06/2021

Landfill Waste Becomes Building Insulation! - Free CE Webinar by GreenHome Institute, June 23, 12-1 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Can a textile recycling company divert what is traditionally landfilled waste from waste streams to create building insulation? How? 

In this session, you will learn how landfill waste becomes

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Recycling,Waste,Upcycling,Landfill Waste

0 replies | 1794 views | Posted on: 06/08/2021 | Last updated: 06/08/2021

Virtual Event: Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo, May 21-22

by samanthaklein // Intern

The unprecedented events of 2020 punctuated the urgency of the climate crisis, the pervasiveness of racial inequities and environmental injustices, the deep impacts of housing unaffordability, and the

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

California Green Building

Keywords: California,Los Angeles,Municipal Green Building

0 replies | 1772 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 04/27/2021

Support Senate Bill 2056 - To Create an Option for MA Residents to Donate a % of Tax Returns to the Least Developed Countries Fund

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

From the Institute for Sustainable Energy at Boston University: On October 31st, the Massachusetts Joint Revenue Committee will host a hearing on Senate Bill 2056 (S.2056) - a bill that would crea…

Filed under: Advocacy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Change

0 replies | 1251 views | Posted on: 10/29/2017 | Last updated: 10/29/2017

Cleantech Forum, January 22-24, San Francisco

by Oyin

Now in its 16th year, Cleantech Forum San Francisco 2018 will once again be a gathering of the global cleantech innovation community and offers a comprehensive, three-day program along with exclusive …

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1914 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 10/27/2017

Passive House Consultants Training Program (online and in person), Nov 27 - Dec 1, Burlington, VT

by Oyin

Burlington Electric Department is offering 50% off tuition for professionals who work in Burlington. You can apply for a discount. CPHC is the only professional passive building credential trai…

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 1214 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

USGBC Maryland Wintergreen Awards Celebration, Jan 25, Maryland

by Oyin

Join the U.S. Green Building Council Maryland Community for an evening of networking to celebrate the winners of our 2017 Community Leader Awards! The awards celebrate, promote and recognize excel…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1267 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Dec 21, Boston

by Oyin

The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1299 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

California Solar Power Expo, March 27-28, San Diego, CA

by Oyin

Join us at the California Solar Power Expo, the leading solar event for Southern California. The U.S. solar market is soaring. By the end of 2016, the U.S. solar industry is projected to install 1…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1973 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

Enhancing the Resilience of Seniors in Your Community, Webinar, October 18, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EDT

by Oyin

This webinar will focus on the safety and well-being of seniors within the context of climate change. Using a participatory adaptation planning process conducted with members of the senior community …

Filed under: Education

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 3631 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/11/2017

New England Women in Energy and the Environment NH Chapter Networking Event, November 9th, Kensington, New Hampshire

by Oyin

A night of networking at The Farm at Eastman’s Corner with enthusiastic women who care about energy and environmental issues. About NEWIEE NEWIEE aims to harness the passion, intelligenc…

Filed under: Events

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 1225 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

 

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