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Webinar Presented by Viridiant: Building Professional Training, January 12-13

by Richard Minasian // Student

Viridiant’s Building Professional Training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable construction and design and explores green building programs, including EarthCraft

Virtual Event: Landscapes of Change: Resilient & Functional Ecosystems, October 17, 12 pm CT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join Illinois Green for a mid-day webinar to investigate resilient and functional landscapes through a variety of lenses: equity and partnerships; integrating into architecture; long-term maintenance;

Filed under: Webinars

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Construction,Resilience,ecosystem,built environment,Sustainable Landscapes,Stormwater Management

0 replies | 614 views | Posted on: 09/26/2023 | Last updated: 09/26/2023

USGBC Georgia Presents: Women in Green, October 5, 9 - 11 am, Decatur, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Women in Green provides a space for leaders who are shifting the narrative on empowerment, access, and impact. Women in Green gathers female leaders for powerful discussions and networking that remind

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

0 replies | 1081 views | Posted on: 09/12/2023 | Last updated: 09/12/2023

A Case Study: Exploring the Interrelationship between Building Enclosure Design, Decarbonization, & Resilience, Online, September 19, 5-6pm CT

by Hani // Social media manager

The Case Study reviews a hypothetical existing residential neighborhood in Milwaukee, WI (climate zone 5A). It examines how the enclosure performance level (existing, code-compliant, or Phius-complian

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 751 views | Posted on: 08/23/2023 | Last updated: 08/23/2023

Accelerating the Net-Zero Transition, a Free GreenBiz Event, Online, September 7

by Hani // Social media manager

GreenBiz Net Zero is an online, collaborative experience that equips you with cutting-edge strategies proven to dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions.

Mobilize your organization's net-zero

California Green Building

0 replies | 1139 views | Posted on: 08/04/2023 | Last updated: 08/07/2023

Building Energy Exchange Owner-Operator Series – Lighting Upgrades, August 1, 8:30 am, University City, MO

by samanthaklein // Intern

Do you own or operate buildings? Would you like to implement more energy efficiency and high performance building strategies? Join the Building Energy Exchange-St. Louis (BE-Ex STL) at their 2023 Owne

Filed under: Events

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Lighting,Technology,Light Control System

0 replies | 991 views | Posted on: 07/13/2023 | Last updated: 07/13/2023

Free Webinar: New Carbon Index & Other Exciting Growth in the Home Energy Rating Industry, July 26, 12-1 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Exciting growth has been happening in the home energy rating industry over the past several years. Resnet has seen a 129 percent increase in Hers Ratings submitted to its National Buildings Registry s

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 803 views | Posted on: 06/23/2023 | Last updated: 06/23/2023

2023 Water Conservation Showcase: Hands-on Drip Irrigation Workshop, June 27, Walnut Creek, California

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this workshop, participants will convert sprinkler zones to the most efficient irrigation available - drip. Sprinkler to drip conversions are commonly performed by landscape professionals in t

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Farming,Nature Conservation,Sustainable Agriculture,Landscape

0 replies | 1180 views | Posted on: 06/07/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Building Science Fundamentals with Building Science Corporation, 4 Live Virtual Sessions, June 13, 15, 20 & 22

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Building Science Fundamentals is a live virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. Our past registra

0 replies | 1114 views | Posted on: 05/23/2023 | Last updated: 05/23/2023

6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

by Amelie Alice // 4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

The 6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering (MATERIALS 2024) is a premier event for researchers, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, and academicians in

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 932 views | Posted on: 05/04/2023 | Last updated: 05/04/2023

RESNET 2021, Virtual Building Performance Conference, February 22 - 24

by SarahA

The annual RESNET Building Performance Conference is a “can’t afford to miss” event for the rating, building performance and home building industry.  Due to the pandemic, t

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainability,building performance,RESNET 2021,Residential Energy Services

0 replies | 1753 views | Posted on: 01/22/2021 | Last updated: 02/16/2021

Introducing Rainscreen Association in North America (RAiNA) - Supporting Performance-Driven RainScreen Assemblies (video)

by Rate It Green Team

Do you work in the rainscreen market?  If so, or if you work in the building industry and the green building industry, you will definitely want to be aware of and perhaps join RAiNA, the Rain

Filed under: Industry Organizations and Associations

Keywords: Walls,Wall assemblies,Ventilation,Moisture Management,Vapor Barriers,Rainscreens,RAiNA,Wall Systems,Thermal Layers,Drainage

0 replies | 4499 views | Posted on: 01/11/2021 | Last updated: 01/12/2023

Online Course: Crushing the Code NYC: Commercial, January 22, 9am - 5pm EDT

by SarahA

Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is an online course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy

Filed under: Online Courses

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Sustainability,Energy Code,Building Envelope,Lighting Systems

0 replies | 1402 views | Posted on: 12/21/2020 | Last updated: 12/21/2020

Hull Wind Turbine Tour Cruise & Electric Vehicle Showcase May 20th 9:00am-12:30pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Hull Wind Turbine Tour Cruise & Electric Vehicle Showcase May 20 | 9:00am-12:30pm Mass Bay Lines, Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 Back by popular demand, the Hull Turbine Tour Cruise sets sail on …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Wind Turbines

0 replies | 1122 views | Posted on: 05/10/2017 | Last updated: 05/10/2017

PCC Community Markets Opens the World's First Living Building Challenge Petal-Certified Grocery Store

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Congratulations to PCC Community Markets for opening the World's First Living Building Challenge Petal-Certified Grocery store in Ballard, Seattle.  PCC Community Markets (PCC) is t

Filed under: Living Building Challenge

Keywords: Living Building Challenge,Grocery Store,Grocery Stores,Petal-Certified,Petal Certification

0 replies | 2695 views | Posted on: 12/03/2020 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Energy Efficiency for Everyone: Green Built Alliance 2020 Workshop Series, December 8, 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT

by SarahA

This workshop covers how to improve the energy efficiency of your home to increase comfort, save money and reduce environmental impacts.

This workshop covers how to improve the energy efficiency of

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Solar,Sustainability,Environmental Impacts

0 replies | 1071 views | Posted on: 11/14/2020 | Last updated: 11/14/2020

Wall Control Layers, and How Zip System Products Work with Wall Panels and Roof panels to Keep Buildings Dry

by Rate It Green Team

What is the "perfect wall"?

10 Years ago, Dr. Joseph Lstiburek, building science expert, published an article detailing the "Perfect Wall."  The wall is an assembly tha

Filed under: Other - Wood

Keywords: Walls,Air and Water Resistive Barriers,Air Barriers,Vapor Barriers,Water barriers,Huber,The Perfect Wall,Zip System

0 replies | 9943 views | Posted on: 11/01/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2025

2nd Annual Virginia Clean Energy Summit, Online, October 20-21

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Second Annual Virginia Clean Energy Summit will present the clean energy technologies, policies, and business practices that are transforming Virginia's energy landscape today.

The goa

Filed under: Events

Keywords: clean energy

0 replies | 598 views | Posted on: 10/17/2020 | Last updated: 10/17/2020

HBN Launches HomeFree Initiative to Help Reduce Toxic Building Materials

by Matt Z. // Student

The Healthy Building Network (HBN) introduces HomeFree, “a national initiative supporting affordable housing leaders who are improving human health by using less toxic building materials”. Everyon…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Healthy Building Materials

0 replies | 2357 views | Posted on: 07/27/2017 | Last updated: 07/27/2017

Energize Denver: Energy Star Benchmarking Jam on August 16 in Denver

by AbbieKnight

This high-energy jam session will not only help you benchmark your building, but also help you develop strategies to improve building performance and decrease utility bills. Bring your laptop and e…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency

0 replies | 731 views | Posted on: 07/18/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

Composting Class in Austin TX, July 15

by AbbieKnight

Composting is one of the easiest ways to green your lifestyle: recycle your kitchen scraps and yard trimmings, reduce your trash output and generate a free, rich soil conditioner. Compost will improve…

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Composting

0 replies | 985 views | Posted on: 07/06/2017 | Last updated: 07/06/2017

Delaware Center for Horticulture - Initiatives for a Greener Building, July 20, Wilmington

by AbbieKnight

Join DVGBC in Delaware for an exciting tour and presentation of recent building renovations at The Delaware Center for Horticulture (DCH). Attendees will learn about solar and energy efficiency improv…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Solar

0 replies | 826 views | Posted on: 06/27/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

Environmental Fellows Program, June 21st in Boston

by AbbieKnight

The Environmental League of Massachusetts is once again offering its Environmental Fellows Training (EFP) for college students and high school seniors. This is an exciting leadership and career develo…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Training event

0 replies | 749 views | Posted on: 06/15/2017 | Last updated: 06/15/2017

Orlando Smart Home Tech Talks, July 25

by AbbieKnight

Come network and learn about SmartHome Tech, Trends, Audio Innovations and Modern Home Design. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1049 views | Posted on: 06/06/2017 | Last updated: 06/06/2017

2017 Resilient Virginia Conference, August 2, Richmond

by AbbieKnight

The Second Resilient Virginia Conference, being planned with the support of the Virginia Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security, will take place on August 1–2, 2017 in Richmond, Virginia. Thi…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Innovation,Resilience

0 replies | 951 views | Posted on: 05/25/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

 

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