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The Seeds of Sustainability; Wood, Lumber & Mass Timber, Online, November 18, 1:45pm-3:15 EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This seminar follows the life cycle of wood, wood fiber, and mass timber as sustainable design solutions for the built environment. A focus will be on continuous improvement considerations for project

Filed under: Lumber

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Wood,built environment,mass timber,Lumber

0 replies | 1931 views | Posted on: 10/29/2020 | Last updated: 10/29/2020

Building for Tomorrow - Integrating Lifeline Infrastructure Summit, January 28-29, Anaheim, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

In the wake of the devastating Southern California wildfires, this summit stands as both a call to action and a catalyst for national resilience. The historic fires exposed systemic vulnerabilities sh

California Green Building

0 replies | 851 views | Posted on: 11/07/2025 | Last updated: 11/07/2025

Green Tech Horizons, An Austin Energy Green Building Seminar, Free & Online, November 4, 12 - 1:30 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Learn how sustainable building innovations are shaping the future of high-performance design. This seminar highlights breakthrough technologies that make buildings cleaner, smarter and more resilient.

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 653 views | Posted on: 10/10/2025 | Last updated: 10/13/2025

Free Webinar: Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects (3 Part Series), November 18 to December 2, 9 - 11 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Air sealing and insulating are foundational to high-performance homes, with numerous interactive benefits for the home and occupants. The Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects series

California Green Building

0 replies | 1759 views | Posted on: 09/19/2025 | Last updated: 09/19/2025

Offsite Construction Is Redefining High Performance, Online, October 28, 3-4 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Offsite construction provides a unique opportunity to use precision for a higher quality build, consistency and less waste for a more sustainable approach to home building. Experts on this panel will

0 replies | 1659 views | Posted on: 09/01/2025 | Last updated: 09/01/2025

Smart Homes and Furnishings 2025, September 24-26, Rosemont, Illinois

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Smart Home and Furnishings Conference and Exhibition is dedicated to showcasing the latest advancements in smart home technology. From groundbreaking products and expert presentations to interact

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1276 views | Posted on: 08/14/2025 | Last updated: 08/19/2025

Intro to Healthy Materials, Online Workshop, August 14, 12 - 2 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

In this workshop, participants will learn key product sustainability metrics and how to identify products and materials that are better for the environment and building occupants. The workshop will hi

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 618 views | Posted on: 07/29/2025 | Last updated: 07/29/2025

Free Webinar: Career Pathways for Home Energy Professionals, July 18, 11 am - 1 pm PT

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

The home energy industry is rapidly expanding, offering numerous career opportunities in energy efficiency, solar energy, green building performance, and electrification. Whether a newcomer, a st

California Green Building

0 replies | 719 views | Posted on: 06/30/2025 | Last updated: 06/30/2025

Empowering India, The Clean Energy Growth Opportunity, Online, June 10, 4pm, IST and June 12,12 pm, ET

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

India is on its way to becoming a clean energy powerhouse, helping show the way toward an efficient industrial economy that is resilient for all.

Join us at the upcoming webinar where experts

India Green Building

0 replies | 925 views | Posted on: 06/02/2025 | Last updated: 06/02/2025

Free Webinar: Net Zero When? ... Net Zero NOW!, May 29, 12 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

What does it take to build the future of housing, starting today? In this month’s Next Up event, Passive House Accelerator explores real-world strategies, technologies, and materials that are al

0 replies | 897 views | Posted on: 05/15/2025 | Last updated: 05/16/2025

Intro to Living Green Wall Gardens - A CEU Presentation (Online) by Urbanstrong, December 22, 12pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

A thriving green wall in a lobby makes a striking first impression and tends to be a conversation-starter. It is a beautiful living work of art that cools and cleans the air and has been proven to hav

Filed under: Green Roof Systems (see Landscaping)

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Roofs,Green Walls,UrbanStrong,Living Walls

0 replies | 2100 views | Posted on: 12/13/2020 | Last updated: 12/13/2020

Webinar: Building Healthy Living Soil for Plant and Planet Health, December 13, 2:30-5pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

basic soil microbiology, what it does for plants and our bodies, and how to restore soil life and nourish it without tillage

About this Event

This will be an ONLINE Zoom class!

This Class wil

Filed under: Soil

Keywords: Environment,Soil,Healthy Soils,Environmental Health,Soil Health,Soil Microbiology

0 replies | 1670 views | Posted on: 12/02/2020 | Last updated: 12/02/2020

2020 U.S. C3E Women in Clean Energy Symposium and Awards, December 8 - 9, 12pm - 4:30pm EDT

by SarahA

We must move faster and smarter to transform and decarbonize our energy system. Climate change, the Covid-19 pandemic, related economic challenges, and social inequity are among the challenges we are

Filed under: Cleantech

Keywords: Climate Change,Energy,clean energy,Technology,Low Carbon,Decarbonize,No Carbon

0 replies | 1804 views | Posted on: 11/14/2020 | Last updated: 11/14/2020

Nominate Green Schools Leaders for the 9th Annual Green Difference Awards 2017! Apply by April 7

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Nominate a Green Difference Maker Today! Green Schools honors and recognizes Outstanding National Environmental Education & STEM Education efforts led in our Schools & Communities through our Annua…

Filed under: Green Schools

Keywords: Green Schools,Healthy Schools

0 replies | 1415 views | Posted on: 03/29/2017 | Last updated: 03/29/2017

2020 CTGBC Green Building Awards Ceremony, Virtual Celebration, October 29, 4pm - 5:30pm

by SarahA

Join Us for the 2020 Virtual Green Building Awards Event!

See Keynote Speakers Dr. Joseph Allen & John Macomber present!

Filed under: Connecticut

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Awards,Healthy Buildings,Covid-19,Long Term,Virtual Celebration

0 replies | 1743 views | Posted on: 10/15/2020 | Last updated: 10/15/2020

Solar Power International, Virtual Trade Show, October 21 - 22

by SarahA

Participate in SPI, ESI, and North America Smart Energy Week from your home or office. Registration is free!

Available now: Browse exhibitors and products, with more being added daily.

Filed under: Solar Energy

Solar Energy and Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy,Solar Energy,Solar Installation,Solar Power International

0 replies | 2240 views | Posted on: 09/27/2020 | Last updated: 10/05/2020

Webinar: Building Life Cycle Impact: Understanding the Impacts of Building Design, September 23, 11:45am MDT

by SarahA

The carbon impact of building materials is a critical factor in our planet’s future. Life cycle assessments (LCAs) can benefit designers and manufacturers while achieving the goals of green buil

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Green Building,LCA,Life Cycle Analysis,Life Cycle Impact,Verdacity

0 replies | 1457 views | Posted on: 09/11/2020 | Last updated: 09/11/2020

The North Texas Sustainable Showcase Integrative Design, July 13

by AbbieKnight

Integrative design is a process that serves as the foundation to take us to the next and multiple levels beyond sustainability. True sustainability considers far more than siting, materials and effici…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Design

0 replies | 1229 views | Posted on: 06/27/2017 | Last updated: 06/27/2017

Emerging Professionals of Massachusetts Monthly Meeting June 19th 6-7:30pm

by Matt Z. // Student

The EPMA Committee is a great venue for becoming more engaged with green building community and forming meaningful connections with colleagues across the industry. Our monthly meetings are open to any…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 838 views | Posted on: 06/15/2017 | Last updated: 06/15/2017

Free Workshop on Home Energy Efficiency, June 10

by AbbieKnight

Join us this Saturday, June 10th for a free workshop on home energy efficiency with Renew Boston to learn how to reduce your monthly energy bills and energy use while improving the year-round comfort …

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Efficiency

0 replies | 1211 views | Posted on: 06/06/2017 | Last updated: 06/06/2017

Innovation and Impact 2017 Symposium, June 14

by AbbieKnight

The Innovation and Impact Symposium focuses on emerging technologies in Mobility, Energy and the Built Environment. Join the region’s leaders from the startup, corporate, public and research communi…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Environment

0 replies | 863 views | Posted on: 05/25/2017 | Last updated: 05/25/2017

BASEA Forum: MA Clean Energy Momentum: - 'Ranking State Progress' May 11th 7:00pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

BASEA Forum: MA Clean Energy Momentum: - 'Ranking State Progress' May 11 | 7:00pm First Parish in Cambridge Unitarian Universalist, 3 Church Street, Harvard Square Join BASEA at their monthly mee…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: clean energy,Leadership

0 replies | 1151 views | Posted on: 05/10/2017 | Last updated: 05/10/2017

NYSERDA Forum: Panelized Construction for Architects and Designers

by aahassonjee

NYSERDA hosts Panelized Construction for Architects and Design Professionals. NYSERDA is excited to announce an expanded session in conjunction with their Efficiency Revolution series focusing on p…

Filed under: New York

0 replies | 1186 views | Posted on: 04/27/2017 | Last updated: 04/27/2017

Event: Passive Architectural Design for Affordable Housing, 4/27, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Chicago, IL

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

How can passive housing design principles—which focus on energy efficiency, comfort, and minimizing environmental impact—be used in the creation of affordable housing? This question will be the…

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 927 views | Posted on: 04/06/2017 | Last updated: 04/06/2017

Event: Make it Tight: Building Enclosure Airtightness Training, 4/11, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Newton, MA

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Make it Tight: Building Enclosure Airtightness Training Tuesday, April 11th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Auburndale Builders 151 Adams Street Newton, MA 02458 Ticket: $100 Join 47…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: 475 High Performance Building Supply,Building Enclosure,Airtightness

0 replies | 991 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

 

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