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Free 2022 Global Clean Energy Action Forum, Pittsburgh, PA, September 21-23

by gracemorrison

This September in Pittsburgh, the U.S. will host the first ever Global Clean Energy Action Forum. A joint convening of the 13th Clean Energy Ministerial and 7th Mission Innovation 

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 2132 views | Posted on: 07/25/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

Design of Affordable and Efficient Ground-Source Heat Pump Systems, Online, August 20, 12 - 3 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course describes the best design practices of ground source heat pump systems to achieve maximum customer benefit. The course examines the economic analysis of ground source vs. more traditional

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

0 replies | 43 views | Posted on: 06/17/2026 | Last updated: 06/17/2026

PH 120 - The Architect’s Role in Passive Building, Online, July 27, 1:30 - 3:30 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

PH 120: The Architect’s Role in Passive Building is a course for practitioners who have completed PHMass’ PH101: An Introduction to Passive Building or have equivalent experience. Moving b

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 243 views | Posted on: 05/26/2026 | Last updated: 05/26/2026

Free Webinar: A3 Highly Flammable Refrigerants: Applications and Safe Handling, June 18, 9:30 am - 1:30 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

As the industry transitions away from high-GWP refrigerants toward more sustainable alternatives, hydrocarbons, classified as A3 refrigerants, are being reintroduced into a wide range of residential a

California Green Building

0 replies | 580 views | Posted on: 05/13/2026 | Last updated: 05/13/2026

Sustainable Finance in the Built Environment, a USGBC First Friday Webinar, June 5, 1 - 2pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Sustainable finance is reshaping how buildings are designed, financed, insured, and valued. But what does this mean in practice for projects and portfolios today? This session offers a curated look at

California Green Building

0 replies | 542 views | Posted on: 04/24/2026 | Last updated: 04/26/2026

2026 Sustainability Symposium, May 15, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Now in its 16th year, the Sustainability Symposium is Green Building United’s signature annual gathering, bringing together leaders, practitioners, and advocates who are shaping the future of su

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 856 views | Posted on: 03/25/2026 | Last updated: 03/25/2026

Operations & Maintenance of High-Performance Buildings, Online, April 28-29, 12 - 3 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

A high-performance building “consistently delivers a highly productive environment without wasting resources” (ASHRAE Guideline 32: Sustainable High-Performance Operations and Maintenance)

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

0 replies | 702 views | Posted on: 03/09/2026 | Last updated: 03/09/2026

Nature in the Home: Principles of Biophilic Design, Online, April 6-27, 6 - 8 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Biophilic design fosters a stronger connection between people and nature in the built environment. In this online workshop, you’ll explore its core principles and learn how to create spaces that

0 replies | 480 views | Posted on: 02/20/2026 | Last updated: 02/20/2026

High Performance Heating, Cooling, and Domestic Hot Water (DHW), November 17, 5-7 pm, Building Evolution Corporation, Worcester, Massachusetts (Free)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Mitsubishi will showcase heating, cooling, and DHW technologies used in high performance buildings that reduce refrigerant use in buildings.

Mike Ragan and Chris Ouellette (Mitsubishi Electric) wil

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 982 views | Posted on: 11/08/2022 | Last updated: 11/08/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Electric Vehicles and Residential Energy Efficiency, November 10, 1 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

Electric Vehicles (EVs) are slated to increase by historic numbers and with them an historic increase in residential charging and energy use. Hear about efforts to prepare for that new reality, such a

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Electric Vehicles,Residential Construction

0 replies | 1480 views | Posted on: 10/21/2022 | Last updated: 10/23/2022

USGBC First Friday Webinar: Implementing LEED v4.1: A Practitioner's Perspective, November 4, 1 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

LEED v4.1 is a comprehensive revision of the rating system including new and existing buildings, recertification, and residential. It has set the strongest technical foundation possible for the organi

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: LEED,LEED recertification

0 replies | 1618 views | Posted on: 10/04/2022 | Last updated: 10/04/2022

Virtual Event: Intro to Living Walls CEU Presentation, October 6, 12 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

This one-hour program enables participants to gain an understanding of the use of different living wall systems both indoors and out, and in various climates. Attendees will discover the design consid

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Architecture,Installation,Technology,Living Walls

0 replies | 1706 views | Posted on: 09/09/2022 | Last updated: 09/09/2022

REV2022 Conference, Burlington, Vermont, October 27 - 28

by gracemorrison

The 2022 Renewable Energy Vermont (REV) conference, Our Clean Energy Future in a Changing World: Resilient, Inclusive, Secure will take place October 27 & 28 in South Burlington, Vermont.  RE

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1349 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 09/21/2022

Sustainability Management Conference, Providence, RI, July 30 - August 1

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Learn benchmark leading practices, discover new solutions and hear hard-won accomplishments from your peers. Discover new innovative strategies companies are using to meet sustainability goals and how…

Filed under: Events

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Sustainability,Green Living,Green Business,Green Economy

0 replies | 1351 views | Posted on: 05/31/2018 | Last updated: 06/05/2018

Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier Course, Atlanta, GA with Online Option, September 12-14

by gracemorrison

This three-day online course is designed to introduce the skills necessary to become a Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier, certified to perform the diagnostic testing required for new homes by

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

0 replies | 1149 views | Posted on: 07/08/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

New York Adopts New Appliance Efficiency Bill and Updates Building Codes

by samanthaklein // Intern

As populations continue to increase in New York, electricity demand is on the rise. Concurrently, the state has big plans to achieve decarbonization goals. Meeting both needs is challenging and re

Filed under: Energy

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,NYSERDA,Decarbonization,ACEEE,Appliances,Appliance Standards

0 replies | 2071 views | Posted on: 06/30/2022 | Last updated: 08/25/2022

VERGE Electrify Online Event, July 26-27

by gracemorrison

VERGE Electrify brings together early movers and technology experts to share learnings and best practices for electrifying transportation, buildings and industry — rapidly and equitably. Join th

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1714 views | Posted on: 06/14/2022 | Last updated: 06/17/2022

The Colorado Green Building Guild (CGBG) Boulder Green Home Tour, Sept 29

by Phillip304 // Green Research & Development Analyst

The self-guided tour will feature several green homes in Boulder and the surrounding areas. Attendees will see both modern and traditional custom homes, remodels and multi-family projects. We are expe…

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Colorado Green Building Guild,Green Building Tours

0 replies | 2111 views | Posted on: 09/18/2018 | Last updated: 09/19/2018

Achieving Ultra-Low And Zero Energy Buildings And Portfolios In Providence, Stakeholder Workshop, September 20, 8:30am-12:30pm, Providence, RI

by Connie NBI

In this workshop we will outline best practice steps and approaches to highlight a path to ZE achievement including planning, engaging stakeholders, assessment of costs and savings and options to secu…

Top Companies Target 100% Renewable Energy: 52% of Executives Expect Half of their Offerings Achieve Low Carbon by 2028

by YijunW

According to an article written by Dexter Galvin, a global director of corporations & supply chains at CDP, there is a growing number of companies setting science-based targets to reduce greenhous

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 3525 views | Posted on: 08/09/2018 | Last updated: 02/14/2023

USGBC Planning Meeting, August 8, Miami, FL

by YijunW

Join the USGBC Miami Branch for our monthly planning meeting to discuss strategies for making a sustainable and resilient impact on the Miami community. We make a positive difference year after year i…

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1341 views | Posted on: 07/27/2018 | Last updated: 07/30/2018

Companies vs. Climate Change, The B2B Climate Solutions Event, October 9-10, Amsterdam

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Companies vs. Climate Change (CvCC) is a media and events company whose mission is to serve as a global forum for companies of all sizes to share best practices for solving climate change with wholly …

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Climate Change

0 replies | 1206 views | Posted on: 07/17/2018 | Last updated: 09/24/2018

Transforming Sewage Sludge Into Green Energy

by YijunW

When people told me that sewage sludge can be transformed into green energy, I thought, “What are you talking about?” Yes, I get that they are both green and environmentally friendly. But

Filed under: Cleantech

0 replies | 1947 views | Posted on: 07/01/2018 | Last updated: 02/16/2023

LEED Exam Prep Course, July 25, Boston, MA

by Eileen Flynn // Student

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: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,LEED Exam Prep

0 replies | 1008 views | Posted on: 06/19/2018 | Last updated: 06/28/2018

WEFTEC Conference September 29th - October 3rd, New Orleans, Louisiana

by Eileen Flynn // Student

WEFTEC is the largest conference of its kind in North America and offers water quality professionals from around the world with the best water quality education and training available today. Also …

Filed under: Events

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Sustainability,Water

0 replies | 1382 views | Posted on: 06/10/2018 | Last updated: 06/10/2018

 

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