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Climate Change, Part 4: It’s All About the Straws, Isn’t It?
I have been writing off and on about Bill Gates’ October 2018 post regarding climate change. Initially, I was interested in what he had to say because I was surprised to find out how much of an
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Free Webinar: Decarbonizing Commercial Kitchens Webinar, February 22, 12–1 pm EST
USGBC Central PA is hosting a webinar on induction cooking and the Cooking in Healthy Electrified Commercial Kitchens Rebate Program with speakers Chef Chris Galarza and Heidi Kunsch. Wednesday Februa
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Build a Better House Training: Foundations Course, January 27, in Auburn, Maine, and Online
During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis
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This 10-session course covers a range of intermediate-level lighting topics for optimizing energy efficiency while maintaining quality in lighting. It is held on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from
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Women in Green: Rising Collective, December 15, 9am EST, Boston, Massachusetts
In its 11th year, 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
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2019 Evanston Streets Alive & Green Living Festival, September 8, Evanston, IL
On September 8, 2019, Streets Alive will take place on a mile of Main Street, from Chicago Avenue to Crown Park. The street will be open for walking, biking, playing, art and community. For this one d
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Building Science for Carpenters: Peers, Beers, and Networking July 30, Newton, MA
Join other carpenters, builders, and construction professionals for an evening of networking, presentations, and discussion on building science and construction techniques for high-performance buildin
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Zero Emissions All-Electric Multifamily Construction Guide
"A Zero Emissions All-Electric Multifamily Construction Guide" showscases California’s mixed-use midrises, Atlanta’s pool-side rentals, luxury condos in Hawaii and Florida, Passi
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Certified Green Real Estate Professional Course, June 25-26, San Francisco, CA
Created for the National Association of Real Estate Brokers (NAREB) Realtists members, this course was created to address helping buyers improve the efficiency of their new home purchased to lower the
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Bethesda Green's Be Green Hub Summer Pitch Event, June 17, Bethesda, MD
The Be Green Hub identifies and nurtures green, social impact for-profit start-ups. They look for businesses aligned with their vision for a sustainable, impactful, and purposeful economy.
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Solar Summit 2019, May 14-15, Scottsdale, Arizona
Now in its 12th year, Solar Summit defines the latest industry needs for installers, developers, system manufacturers, financiers and regulators. With hundreds of high-caliber attendees, this eve
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mindful Materials - Commit to Change Seattle, Wednesday, May 1, 7:30-9 am PDT
If we change the way products are made and the way buildings are designed, we can positively impact the health of the population and the planet.
Every architect, designer and contractor looking for
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Cleantech Open 2019 Boston Kickoff Party, March 21, 5:30pm, Somerville, MA
Please join Cleantech Open Northeast in celebrating the launch of the 2019 Cleantech Open accelerator! Cleantech Open welcomes all entrepreneurs, students, investors, savvy technologists, and any
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Employees of Magor Brewery Remove Waste from Foreshore
20 employees from Magor Brewery took a day off from brewing beer recently and headed down to the shoreline to give it a good (late) spring clean! The MP for Newport East, Jessica Morden and the Ke…
The Future of LEED: Ongoing Performance & LEED v4.1, January 31, 1-3pm, Denver
Please join USGBC Colorado's Metro Denver and Southern Colorado Education Committees in the Denver Tech Center on January 31st to learn about the Arc platform. Arc is for LEED certified buildings
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GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Training - January 22, 8 -11am, Los Angeles, CA
The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performing buildings, creating increased demand across the country for sustainable building skills.
This course teaches the basics
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GreenbuildX Boston is coming! December 12th - Stay tuned for more details
GreenbuildX Boston In the spirit of the USGBC National Convention, USGBC MA will be holding a one-day educational green building summit. The event is planned for Saturday, 12/12/15 from 9-6pm and w…
Green Building Tour at UMASS Amherst, and USGBC Green Social - October 28! 5 - 7 pm
Integrative Learning Center Tour and USGBC Green Social - October 28! 5 - 7 pm UMASS Amherst 5:00PM Tour departs from east lobby of ILC; 6:00pm Green Building Social Hour in the Physical Plan…
Oh gross - Sign this Petition to stop Organic Crops from being watered with FRACKING waste
From Care2: Farmers are using fracking or oil drilling wastewater (leftover from oil/gas wells)! The USDA bans petroleum-derived fertilizers in organic standards, but the same rules don't apply to …
Green Energy 2015 - Conference and Expo, Sept 21- 21, Orlando Florida
Green Energy-2015 aims to promote collaborative research network between academia and industry. Topics include Renewable Energy Systems and Sources, Energy conservation and management, Hybrid Renewabl…
Job Opening: The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities - Post Doctoral Fellow
Post Doctoral Fellow: Urban Planning or Design The Harvard Center for Green Buildings and Cities seeks a motivated postdoctoral fellow with a Ph.D. in urban planning or design to conduct original r…
Join NESEA on a Pro Tour of the first Passive House in Wayland, MA: August 7, 1-5:30 pm
Pro Tour of the First Passive House in Wayland, MA Friday, August 7, 2015 - 1:00pm to 5:30pm Join NESEA on a Pro Tour of the first Passive House in Wayland, MA! The tour of this 2,500 square fo…
NMR Group looking for a Research Associate
NMR is currently seeking candidates for a Research Associate I position. They are a small but expanding consulting firm specializing in evaluation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. T…
From Emerging Green Building Professionals to Industry Leaders - May 5, 6 - 8 pm Designtex 200 Varick Street (8th Floor) New York, NY 10014 For over 10 years, NY Urban Green's Emerging Professio…
Massachusetts Green Communities
I recently was told about a government program in which municipalities can register as 'green communities' and gain additional funding and grants for installing green initiatives and renewable energy …
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