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Free Green Building Webinar: Assessing and Reducing Embodied Carbon, December 7, 11 am - 12 noon

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Building materials and construction represent 11% of global CO2 emissions. In this webinar, move from theoretical assessment and reduction to practice as panelists share real-world examples of tacklin

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Keywords: Department of Energy,Decarbonization,Electrification,Embodied Carbon,Embodied Energy,Better Buildings Initiative

0 replies | 2424 views | Posted on: 11/13/2021 | Last updated: 11/13/2021

Transform 2023, March 22-23, Hybrid Event, Online and in Sydney, Australia

by Hani // Social media manager

The Green Building Council of Australia's 5th annual Transform conference is the industry-leading event at the forefront of the sustainable built environment. 

Change is critical. Transfor

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0 replies | 1296 views | Posted on: 03/10/2023 | Last updated: 03/10/2023

2023 Design for Freedom Summit, March 30, 9am–6pm, New Canaan, Connecticut

by Hani // Social media manager

2023 Design for Freedom Summit

“All good revolutions begin like this.”

Prince Zeid Ra’ad Al Hussein, CEO of the International Peace Institute, 2022 Design for Freedom Summit ke

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Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1982 views | Posted on: 02/28/2023 | Last updated: 03/01/2023

Free PG&E Webinar: Retrofitting Homes for Electrification and Decarbonization, March 8, 9am-1pm

by Hani // Social media manager

From alignment with California’s decarbonization goals and local ordinances prohibiting new gas installs, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will outline the necessary steps to electr

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California Green Building

0 replies | 1635 views | Posted on: 02/16/2023 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

Green Schools Conference, February 27 - March 1, New Orleans

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Green Schools Conference (GSC) brings together all the players involved in making green schools a reality: people who lead, operate, build and teach in schools. Designed to educate, connect and in

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0 replies | 1586 views | Posted on: 01/30/2023 | Last updated: 01/30/2023

Virtual Event: Electrify Efficiently -- Good Electrification for Policy and Program Professionals, January 24, 12 pm PT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Electrify My Home (EMH) will kick off a 6-part ‘lunch-and-learn’ webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous

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Filed under: Online Courses

California Green Building

Keywords: Business Development,Policy,Education,Residential Green Building,Electrification

0 replies | 1858 views | Posted on: 12/24/2022 | Last updated: 01/06/2023

Deeper Learning Through Ecology, Ecological Landscape Alliance, January 11, Online, 12 - 1 pm EST

by Rushabh // Social media manager

Green infrastructure, pollinator gardens, food gardens are increasingly integrated in PK-12 learning environments. This session will describe how the built environment and natural settings can facilit

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0 replies | 1724 views | Posted on: 12/06/2022 | Last updated: 12/07/2022

NECEC Strategic Partner Network Grid Modernization Summit, April 14, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Across the Northeast states have been advancing the electrical grid to handle the influx of dynamic and distributed supply from renewable energy sources and an increasingly dynamic load driven with th

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Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1598 views | Posted on: 04/07/2022 | Last updated: 04/07/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Sustainable + Contemporary Commercial Restroom Materials, April 7, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

When designing a restroom or other space, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that function, appeal to the senses, and contribute to green building initiatives. Thi

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Filed under: Green Janitorial

Keywords: Healthy Building Materials,Facilities Management,Eco Friendly Restrooms

0 replies | 1369 views | Posted on: 03/19/2022 | Last updated: 03/19/2022

Webinar: Sustainably Made in America – Sustainability in Action Roundtable, March 11, 11 am EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As COVID-19 exposed critical vulnerabilities in supply chains the world over and consumers continue to feel the effects, more people are asking, “Where are my goods coming from and what are the

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

0 replies | 1482 views | Posted on: 02/26/2022 | Last updated: 02/26/2022

Free Webinar: Reducing Barriers to Department of Energy (DOE) Opportunities, January 26, 2:30 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Are you interested in growing your small minority business with support from the Department Of Energy?

In 2022, DOE will be facilitating diversified Technical Assistance & Training Webinars to

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Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Department of Energy,Equity

0 replies | 1461 views | Posted on: 01/20/2022 | Last updated: 01/20/2022

USGBC NCR-MD Webinar: Leadership Panel: ESG, Green Building & LEED, January 26, 11:30 am EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Leading U.S. corporations and institutions are under increasing pressure to demonstrate their progress toward Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) goals. LEED helps building owners and operators

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Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

Keywords: LEED,Sustainable Communities Initiative,Leadership

0 replies | 2295 views | Posted on: 12/21/2021 | Last updated: 12/22/2021

Electric Vehicle Chat: Let's Go The Distance, Online, December 16, 4 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

EV owners and enthusiasts alike are eager to chat about the benefits of driving electric. Electric Vehicle Chats are a chance for folks to come together to talk about EVs and for beginners to have the

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Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2002 views | Posted on: 12/02/2021 | Last updated: 12/02/2021

The 2018 Energy Conference for Educators, July 8 - 12, Galveston, Texas

by Oyin

The 2018 Energy Conference for Educators brings together educators that are passionate about bringing energy education to their classrooms. In five interactive days in Galveston, the conference provid…

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1297 views | Posted on: 10/30/2017 | Last updated: 05/22/2018

Webinar: Healthy Building, Healthy People: Engineering Well-Being in the Built Environment, November 18, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The events of the last 24 months, including the overnight departure from our shared spaces, the rise to prominence for the Black Lives Matter movement, and rapid advancements in sustainable energy pro

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Filed under: Environment

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Healthy Building,built environment,Wellness

0 replies | 1915 views | Posted on: 10/26/2021 | Last updated: 10/26/2021

Webinar: Solar Energy Development – A Status Report for the New England Region, October 14. 9 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This EBC Energy Resources program will provide a status report on the development of solar power across New England. Because it is catalyzed by state government public policy initiatives, new solar pr

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Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,New England,Solar Energy

0 replies | 1841 views | Posted on: 09/10/2021 | Last updated: 09/10/2021

"I​s Your Client's House Making them Sick?" Webinar, GreenHome Institute, May 2, 12-1:15 EDT (Free, Donations also accepted)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Indoor air quality issues and smart ventilation strategies for automatically maintaining excellent air quality are presented. The cost of poor ventilation in terms of illness and productivity dioxide …

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Housing

0 replies | 1629 views | Posted on: 05/01/2018 | Last updated: 05/01/2018

Living Future's Workshop, Sharing Stories: Sustainability, Health and Equity in Affordable Housing, May 1, 2018, Portland, OR

by YijunW

As with most professional events, a powerful part of the Affordable Housing Summit often occurs in the minutes before and after the proceedings themselves. Participants meet, introduce themselves, and…

0 replies | 834 views | Posted on: 04/23/2018 | Last updated: 04/23/2018

Free SustainaVille Wind & Solar Tour with Handmade Candy Tasting, April 28, 10:30-12:30pm, Wrentham, MA

by YijunW

Join a free tour of wind & solar generators at Mount St. Mary's Abbey in Wrentham, MA. Saturday, April 28th - 10:30am Drive yourself, or take our free bus from Somerville High School Atrium - leav…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 814 views | Posted on: 04/12/2018 | Last updated: 04/12/2018

Western Massachusetts Green Coalition (WMGC) Green Job Fair, April 11, Northampton

by AbbieKnight

Showcase for Businesses & Colleges Developing Green Careers Together! Sign up today to reserve a table, advertise your company & post your jobs on the Flyer! ($25 donation requested) Free Snacks!

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Jobs,Green Careers

0 replies | 1832 views | Posted on: 03/14/2018 | Last updated: 03/16/2018

Greenovate Boston, Climate Ready South Boston Open House, March 6, 6-8pm- Boston's Children's Museum

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Climate Ready Boston is the Mayor's ongoing initiative to help the City grow and prosper in the face of climate change. Protecting South Boston from sea level rise and coastal flooding is a priority. …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Change,Climate Ready Boston

0 replies | 1265 views | Posted on: 02/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/28/2018

Cleantech Open's 2018 Boston Kickoff Party, March 22, 5:30-8:30pm, Somerville, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Please join Cleantech Open in celebrating the launch of the 2018 accelerator! All entrepreneurs, students, investors, savvy technologists, and anyone interested in joining this growing community ar…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cleantech Open Northeast

0 replies | 2226 views | Posted on: 01/25/2018 | Last updated: 02/01/2018

Living Green Effortlessly: Simple Choices for a Better Home

by Marla // Green Home Coach

Our homes are our refuge. It’s the place where life happens; all the little stuff that happens every day. Where we wake up and smell the coffee, scratch the dog’s tummy and all the other little a…

Filed under: Green Building and Green Living Books

Keywords: Green Homes,Green Living,book,change,action,home owner

0 replies | 2970 views | Posted on: 12/16/2017 | Last updated: 12/16/2017

Intersections Symposium: Design and Resilience, June 21-23, New York City

by Oyin

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and the Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) are pleased to announce a partnership dedicated to the INTERSECTION of Education, Research, …

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1513 views | Posted on: 11/11/2017 | Last updated: 11/11/2017

Three Day Cordwood Masonry, Aug 31- Sept 2, West Chazy, New York

by Oyin

Morning sessions include cordwood theory, slide presentations, explanatory tours, and discussion of the three styles of cordwood construction: built-up corners (stackwall), roundhouses, and cordwood a…

Filed under: Education

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1798 views | Posted on: 11/05/2017 | Last updated: 08/13/2018

 

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