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Grey to Green Virtual Conference 2022: Designing Future Proof Cities With Green Infrastructure, June 22 - 23

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As we build back from the COVID-19 Pandemic, we can reimagine our communities as places where health and well being are at the forefront of design, planning and investment. The 9th Annual Grey to

Keywords: Green Roofs,Grey to Green

0 replies | 1439 views | Posted on: 06/06/2022 | Last updated: 06/07/2022

Free Webinar: What a Load Calculation is and Why One Is So Important, July 7, 12 - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Learn what a heating and cooling load calculation on a building actually is. Discover what the main goal of a load calculation is. Explore what the heating and cooling loads on a building are and why

California Green Building

0 replies | 291 views | Posted on: 06/17/2026 | Last updated: 06/17/2026

Free Webinar: Bridging the Gap - Linking Market Value to the Intrinsic Value of Solar and other Green Improvements, July 22, 12 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Brent Bowen, a Certified Appraiser who specializes in the valuation of solar PV systems for residential properties, will guide the participants through the challenges of linking intrinsic value (the a

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 260 views | Posted on: 05/26/2026 | Last updated: 05/26/2026

2026 Net Zero Energy Conference, Online, June 11, 9 am - 1 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Eversource is proud to celebrate 10 years of the Eversource Net Zero Energy Conference, an annual opportunity to amplify voices and topics that are actively examining how to build the next genera

0 replies | 791 views | Posted on: 05/13/2026 | Last updated: 05/13/2026

Free Webinar: BayREN Codes & Standards Training - Heat Pump HVAC for Building Departments, June 10, 9 - 10:30 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Heat pumps are an increasingly popular technology that are a highly efficient means of providing heating and cooling in residential and commercial buildings. This course will describe Heat Pump HVAC,

California Green Building

0 replies | 897 views | Posted on: 04/23/2026 | Last updated: 04/26/2026

Free Webinar: 2025 Energy Code in Practice: Multifamily Residential, May 13, 9:30 - 11 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Sorting through tables and reading the fine print in the energy code may get you the specific language of the code, but what does that really mean in practice? In this series, we’ll walk through

California Green Building

0 replies | 824 views | Posted on: 03/25/2026 | Last updated: 03/25/2026

Designing with Impact in Mind, Online, April 28, 2 - 4 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

With hundreds of green product certifications on the market and persistent greenwashing, it can be difficult for designers to know what kind of impacts the materials they select for a project are havi

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 716 views | Posted on: 03/09/2026 | Last updated: 03/12/2026

Hybrid Event: Beyond Zero Series: Burn Ban – The Benefits of Induction Cooking, September 22, 6 pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Induction cooktops and ranges are gaining traction in the market as an integral part of a climate-friendly building, and an efficient, healthy, and safe alternative to typical electric and gas ranges

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Induction Cooking,Cooking

0 replies | 1119 views | Posted on: 09/13/2022 | Last updated: 09/13/2022

Sustainable Investment Forum North America 2022, NYC, September 22

by gracemorrison

The Forum will bring engaged institutional investors, fund managers, and highly recognized organisations to discuss ESG strategies and developments in sustainable finance, that balance sustainabl

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1896 views | Posted on: 08/08/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

Virtual Event: Eversource 2022 Zero Energy Buildings Conference, Residential and Commercial, October 6

by gracemorrison

This virtual, full day event is free to all architects, builders, general contractors and anyone who wants to learn more about zero energy commercial buildings.

This year's conference includes&

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 2026 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 09/10/2022

BE+ Bike Tour 2022, Boston, MA, September 17

by gracemorrison

This year, the group will be touring from South Boston to the Seaport, following the coastline to explore the area’s emerging environmental design, development, and ecological significance. Coas

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1352 views | Posted on: 07/11/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

3rd Edition of International Conference on Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy” (Green Chemistry 2023)

by Ruby Dawson

We are delighted to extend you a warm invitation to join our one of the most prestigious conferences on “3rd Edition of International Conference on Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy” (G

Filed under: Information and Resources

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1896 views | Posted on: 07/04/2022 | Last updated: 07/04/2022

Passive House 201 Event: Technical Aspects of Design & Construction, August 16, 3 PM

by gracemorrison

This session will take a deeper look into common design & construction strategies for achieving the Passive House standard.

Concepts will include building envelope & insulation, air tightne

Filed under: Webinars

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Design,Construction,Passive House

0 replies | 2549 views | Posted on: 06/15/2022 | Last updated: 08/10/2022

Green Finance: How to Take Advantage of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Green Lending Programs

by YijunW

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) gives green builders a financial advantage through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are United States government-sponsored enterprise (G…

Filed under: Financial Services

0 replies | 4530 views | Posted on: 04/29/2018 | Last updated: 07/13/2018

Better Buildings, Better Plants 2022 Summit, May 17-19

by samanthaklein // Intern

The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit is May 17-19, 2022 at the DoubleTree Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. This summit will provide opport

Filed under: Washington, DC

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Technology,built environment,Better Buildings

0 replies | 1259 views | Posted on: 04/21/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

Free Webinar: The Switch Is On: Electrify California! April 28, 5:30 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Did you know that over 90% of the gas that's used in buildings is methane?

Most homes in California burn natural gas or propane for space heating, water heating, and cooking. These gases&m

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Heating and cooling systems,methane,Decarbonization,Electrification

0 replies | 1638 views | Posted on: 04/03/2022 | Last updated: 04/03/2022

Studies: High Ventilation Rates are Associated with Lower Rate of Illness and Absences

by YijunW

Have you thought about how ventilation* rates influence human health and performance? Studies have shown high ventilation rates are associated with lower respiratory illness, lower rates of sick build

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 3575 views | Posted on: 07/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/15/2023

New England's Climate Readiness: Diverse Voices on Adaptation and Resilience Newiee's, July 26, Lowell, MA

by Eileen Flynn // Student

New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) is pleased to announce its fourth annual “Women Shaping the Agenda” series titled “New England’s Climate Readiness: Diverse Voices on A…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: New England Women In Energy and the Environment

0 replies | 1129 views | Posted on: 07/19/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

2018 Environmental and Sustainability Summit, August 20 - 22, Prescott, AZ

by Eileen Flynn // Student

A three day summit that discusses how the Arizona Chamber of Commerce can help contribute to a more sustainable Arizona. The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry believes that to maintain a strong…

Filed under: Events

Solar Energy and Green Building

Keywords: Environment,Sustainability,Arizona

0 replies | 1739 views | Posted on: 07/08/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

7th Annual Green Building Expo and Ed, October 18, NY

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Join us for the educational, informational event showcasing green building products and services. Networking. Learning. Seeing green products and services. Expanded Education Sessions to be Annou…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainability,New York

0 replies | 1475 views | Posted on: 06/20/2018 | Last updated: 06/20/2018

3-Day GRIHA V 2015 Training Program, Aug 29 - 31, Jaipur, India

by Eileen Flynn // Student

A three-day training workshop is being organized by GRIHA Council in association with TERI from August 29-31, 2018 in Jaipur. The workshop aims at enhancing the knowledge on green buildings and GRIHA …

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

Keywords: India Green Building

0 replies | 1241 views | Posted on: 06/11/2018 | Last updated: 06/11/2018

Developers Urged to Go Green in Cebu, Phillipines

by YijunW

Going green in construction and facilities is not just about good looks and savings on utility bills, but more and also about the building resilience, health, and well-being of every single person. Ho…

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 1139 views | Posted on: 06/04/2018 | Last updated: 06/28/2018

Renewable Energy Expo 2018, August 2 - 4, Yangon, Myanmar

by YijunW

RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO MYANMAR 2018 is the only specialized Renewable Energy technology and equipment event that brings together an international congregation of Government and private renewable energy…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1398 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/18/2018

Rental Effect Study: Which Green Office Building Features Do Tenants Pay For?

by YijunW

A 2017 study shows that green features such as natural light, efficient HVAC, water conservation, public transit, an electric car charging station, an onsite fitness facility, and access to services w

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 8887 views | Posted on: 05/13/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

U.S. Postal Service Seeks Solar Project Proposals for Facilities in California, DC, Massachusetts and New Jersey

by YijunW

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is looking for renewable energy generation project in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. "The United States Postal Service ... requ…

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 1402 views | Posted on: 05/05/2018 | Last updated: 05/09/2018

 

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