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Event: The 'V' in HVAC: design and control of ventilation systems, February 16, 8:30 - 4PM, La Crosse, WI

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

The 'V' in HVAC: design and control of ventilation systems Thursday, February 16 8:30 am – 4 pm Lunda Center, Western Technical College, La Crosse, WI Tickets: $199 Presenter: John Murphy, …

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Ventilation Systems,Wisconsin Event

0 replies | 827 views | Posted on: 02/07/2017 | Last updated: 02/07/2017

Webinar: USGBC-LA Quarterly Thought Leadership Series: Scaling EV Infrastructure, June 18, 4 PM

by Richard Minasian // Student

At our quarterly thought leadership events, USGBC-LA works to highlight a local sustainability issue, have an informed discussion amongst industry leaders on action-oriented solutions, and m

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Transportation,Sustainability,Leadership Series,Scaling EV Infrastructure

0 replies | 946 views | Posted on: 05/29/2020 | Last updated: 05/30/2020

Webinar: EP Career Campfire: Preparing for Jobs in the Green Building Industry, June 3, 4 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

Explore the current green jobs landscape and how emerging professionals can grow their knowledge and differentiate themselves in the market.

The landscape of green jobs has continued to evolve sinc

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Green Building industry,Digital Badges,Green Credentials

0 replies | 1141 views | Posted on: 05/23/2020 | Last updated: 05/23/2020

"Ask an Electric Vehicle Owner" During a FREE Webinar/Panel, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance, May 13, 12-1pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

FREE Webinar, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance:

Thinking an electric vehicle (EV) is in you future, but want to learn more about these vehicles from experienced owners? Well look no furthe

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: EV,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1264 views | Posted on: 05/05/2020 | Last updated: 05/05/2020

North American Offshore Wind Market Outlook (Online) Tuesday April 28, 2020 1pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The United States offshore wind energy market remains poised for explosive growth, with over 23 GW of new installations expected to come online by 2029. Demand is supported by robust state level offsh

Keywords: Wind energy,Wind,Offshore Wind,Offshore Wind Energy

0 replies | 961 views | Posted on: 04/22/2020 | Last updated: 04/22/2020

Free Webcast - Healthy Indoors Show: Healthy Home, Healthy Occupants - Managing COVID-19 Challenges, Thursday 4/9, 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Healthy Home, Healthy Occupants:  Managing COVID-19 Challenges

HI Show April 9, 2020 — Healthy Home, Healthy Occupants:  Managing COVID-19 Challenges

Contractor and con

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Buildings,Covid-19,Healthy Indoors

0 replies | 1415 views | Posted on: 04/07/2020 | Last updated: 04/07/2020

International Well Building Institute (IWBI) - Free Webcast Series - Part 1: IWBI's Global Community Response to the Novel Coronavirus, March 26

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar is offered at BOTH 10 am and 8 pm for your convenience.    

The International Well Building Institute (IWBI) is offering a set of FREE Webcasts relate to the coronavirus

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Building,Health,Coronavirus,Covid-19

0 replies | 1855 views | Posted on: 03/22/2020 | Last updated: 03/25/2020

(Canceled) Creating Spaces for Pollinators and Hummingbirds, March 26, Smithfield, RI

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

The pollinators of the world are losing ground at an alarming rate. Discover what you can do on your property to encourage, assist, and help to save pollinators. You will look at food, nesting, and sh

Filed under: Environment

Related to: Training and Development Programs, Workshops,Information and Resources

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Rhode Island,Gardening,Pollinators

0 replies | 965 views | Posted on: 03/09/2020 | Last updated: 03/20/2020

7th Annual CxEnergy Conference & Expo (Now Virtual), April 6-9

by mkilmartin // Intern

Virtual CxEnergy (More Info Coming Soon!)

The 7th annual CxEnergy Conference & Expo, April 6-9, 2020 in San Diego, provides more topical, in-depth educational presentations than ever for c

Filed under: Energy

California Green Building

0 replies | 1652 views | Posted on: 02/21/2020 | Last updated: 03/27/2020

Green Heating And Cooling With Heat Pumps In West Concord, February 29, Concord, MA

by mkilmartin // Intern

Electrifying your home’s heating system with a heat pump is one of the most effective ways to reduce your overall carbon footprint and make your home more comfortable. Learn about cold-climate a

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1915 views | Posted on: 01/31/2020 | Last updated: 02/01/2020

Zero Waste Events: Tips & Tools, February 12, Pittsburgh, PA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Join for an introduction to Zero Waste.  Speaker Kara Magoolaghan will present on the TRUE Zero Waste Rating System, how it relates to facility operations, and give anecdotal examples for ho

Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture, September 10-12, 2020

by Lydia Wagner AGRI 2020 // AGRI 2021

Magnus Group takes a huge gratification to welcome you for “Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture” AGRI 2020 scheduled during September 10-12, 2020 in Paris, France.

 Agriculture

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 716 views | Posted on: 12/26/2019 | Last updated: 01/06/2020

Solar and Energy Storage Northeast, February 19-20, Boston, MA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Solar and Energy Storage Northeast is the largest forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle i

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Boston,Solar Energy,Energy Storage

0 replies | 3116 views | Posted on: 12/05/2019 | Last updated: 12/05/2019

Will The Sun Shine on Tesla’s Acquisition of SolarCity?

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The cleantech-savvy vanguard, Elon Musk of Tesla Motors, recently offered to buy his cousin Lyndon Rive's company, SolarCity, in an unexpected deal that values the solar installer at more than $2.5 bi…

Filed under: News

Related to: Information and Resources

Keywords: Cleantech,Solar,Renewable Energy,Tesla,Elon Musk,SolarCity,Green News

0 replies | 2902 views | Posted on: 06/22/2016 | Last updated: 06/22/2016

Massachusetts Bill Aims to Reach 100% Renewable Energy by 2035

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Last Friday, January 20th, three Massachusetts representatives filed a bill that would commit Massachusetts to obtain 100 percent of its energy from clean, renewable sources like solar and wind. State…

ASU Webinar: Why Companies Should Care About Biodiversity, Wed, Jan 18, 1:15 - 2:45pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Webinar: Why Companies Should Care About Biodiversity Arizona State University Security and Sustainability Forum Wed, Jan 18, 1:15 - 2:45pm EST Corporations engage in sustainable practices for re…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Leadership,Biodiversity

0 replies | 1287 views | Posted on: 01/10/2017 | Last updated: 01/10/2017

LEED for Homes vs. Passive House - What's the difference? USGBC MA, 12/15, 8:30-10 am, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

LEED for Homes vs. Passive House - What's the difference? Thu, December 15, 2016 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM EST USGBC MA 50 Milk St 16th Floor "Edison" Room Boston, MA 02109 Come to our Passive…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Passive House,LEED for Homes

0 replies | 1717 views | Posted on: 12/01/2016 | Last updated: 12/01/2016

Smart Water-Smart Cities: A Cleantech Event - Thursday, December 1, 5:30 - 8:30 PM

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Smart Water-Smart Cities: A Cleantech Event Thursday, December 1, 5:30 - 8:30 PM Massachusetts Clean Energy Center 63 Franklin Street 3rd Floor Boston , MA 02110 Can Smart Water Technologies…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cleantech,Water

0 replies | 591 views | Posted on: 11/08/2016 | Last updated: 11/08/2016

Love This Place Energy: An Efficient Home is a Cozy Home - December 1, 4:30 pm, The Alliance Center, Denver

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Love This Place Energy: An Efficient Home is a Cozy Home December 1, 2016, 4:30-7:30 In collaboration with the Denver Office of Sustainability, the Alliance for Sustainable Colorado is kicking o…

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 742 views | Posted on: 10/31/2016 | Last updated: 10/31/2016

Help Build What’s Next - Illinois - Workshop Series for Sustainable Building Leadership, November 8, 1:30-4:30 pm, Chicago

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Help Build What’s Next - Chicago, Illinois November 14, 1:30-4:30 google 320 N Morgan St Chicago, IL 60607 Are you a Sustainable Building Leader, or... Do you Want to be? Check out thi…

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Healthy Building,Sustainability,google,cradle2cradle,BuildingGreen

0 replies | 1337 views | Posted on: 09/27/2016 | Last updated: 09/27/2016

14th International Conference on Green Buildings- Mumbai, IND (10/6-8)

by aahassonjee

The 14th International Conference on Green Buildings will be held at the Hotel Grand Hyatt in Mumbai, India on from October 6-8 this year! Registration and accommodation information can be found he…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 566 views | Posted on: 09/12/2016 | Last updated: 09/12/2016

Electric Car Charging Stations Surpass Gas Stations in Japan

by JackSawyer // Student

A survey conducted by Nissan has found that there are now more electric charging stations than gas stations in Japan. The survey revealed that there are more than 40,000 electric stations in compariso…

Filed under: Transportation

Keywords: Survey,Japan,Electric Vehicles,Charging stations,nissan

0 replies | 2146 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

TOMORROW: Green Tour of Village Elementary School

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The USGBC NJ Green Schools Committee in collaboration with the NJ School Boards Association is pleased to present an educational tour of the Village Elementary School addition project in the West Wind…

The First US Climate Change Refugees - A New Reality

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

To many Americans, the idea of “climate refugees” and displacement due to rising sea levels and changing environmental conditions seems like an impossible fantasy that only happens in far off Isla…

The US Must Combat Food Waste Now

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

If you had to take a guess of how much food produced in America is wasted, what would it be? 5%? Maybe 15%? Believe it or not, 40% of all food produced in America is wasted according to a widely cited…

 

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