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Webinar: Building Net-Zero Energy Homes, May 3, 2 pm EDT
This workshop will provide insight into net-zero energy homes: what they are and how they can be achieved using both commonplace building practices and emerging technologies. Topics will include:
This course provides a realistic, intentional, and integrated approach to designing for embodied carbon reductions, emphasizing the inherent inter-connectivity of architecture and structural engineeri
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Greenbuild is very excited to present Greenbuild's first webinar of the year! AIA2030 + SE2050 + MEP2040: Collaborative Efforts Towards Carbon Neutrality will be taking place T
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High Rise / Low Carbon: Multifamily Deep Retrofits, March 12, New York, NY
Join Building Energy Exchange, Level Infrastructure, and Sustainable Energy Partnerships for a presentation and panel discussion on the findings from Building Energy Exchange's latest report,
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As the airtightness of homes improves to meet energy efficiency goals, it becomes more important for mechanical ventilation systems to help maintain a comfortable and healthy indoor air environment. I
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Starting on March 30th, 2025, owners of buildings in Massachusetts over 20,000 square feet will be required to disclose energy usage publicly. Gas, electric, and steam utilities are respons
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Building Energy Exchange (BEEx) and WISE Winter Soiree, February 4, 6-8:30 pm, New York, NY
Join Building Energy Exchange (BE-Ex) and Women in Sustainability & Energy (WISE) in February 2025 to celebrate our collective efforts in advancing decarbonization and realizing a resilient future
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Reimagine Buildings: Biomaterials, Online Conference, December 6, 11:30 am - 4 pm ET
Join RMI's HomebuildersCAN and Passive House Accelerator for Reimagine Buildings: Biomaterials, the online conference that explores how to create healthy, resilient buildi
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This information session will review case studies around electrification, including lessons learned around technology deployment and community engagement.
Join to learn about recent work on el
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Decarbonization & ESG Fundamentals Workshop + Exam, November 1, 10 am-12 pm PT
Many companies are facing increasing pressure to understand the environmental impacts of their work, especially in identifying their contributions to greenhouse gas emissions through Scope 1, Scope 2,
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Webinar: Financing Solutions that Drive Energy Efficiency in the Water Nexus, July 12,11AM
The efficient use of water results in lower operating costs, a more reliable water supply, and improved water quality. Join the US DOE to learn how market leaders in the hospitality sector finance and
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Facades +, High Performance Building Enclosures, June 7, Boston, MA
Join Facades+ in its 10th year and back in Boston for the first time since 2019. The conference brings together building professionals focused on high perforance building enclosures.
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NESEA Green Building Pro Tour: Cape Cod Hemp House, May 20, Harwich Port, MA
This May Pro Tour will showcase a recently built hemplime-insulated home on Cape Cod. The project team is eager to share their collaborative approach for creating a home that met their client’s
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Demystifying Passive House: IAQ A NAPHN (North American Passive House Network) Forum Join NAPHN and NYPH for the first panel in a series of educational forums, that debunks the myths surrounding P…
Chicago Build 2022, Chicago, IL, October 13 - 14
Chicago Build is attended by 1000's of visitors from contractors, architects, civil engineers, developers, government, realtors, construction prof's and more.
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Webinar: Passive House for Builders & Contractors, March 24, 2 pm EDT
Eversource and UI, CNG, SCG, in partnership with Connecticut Passive House, are pleased to offer the Energize CT Passive House webinars at no cost! Please see below to reserve your virtual s
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New Heat Pump Incentives, Green Energy Consumers Alliance, Online and Free, February 9, 12 pm EST
Many people are wondering if now is the right time to switch from a gas, oil, or propane-fueled heating system to an electric heat pump. This webinar will give you an overview and resources to learn m
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Smart Cities Technology Symposiumc & Exhibition, January 18-19
It is predicted that by 2050 about 64% of the developing world and 86% of the developed world will live in urban areas. The global smart cities market is expected to reach USD 297.7 billion by 2026, e
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40 Largest U.S. Cities Get a Health Rating - CityHealth's 2018 Report
CityHealth, which is an initiative of the de Beaumont Foundation and Kaiser Permanente, supports cities thrive through a set of policies that improve people’s day-to-day quality of life, well-being,…
International Passive House Open Days 2018, June 8 - 10
From 8 – 10 June 2018, the mid-year International Passive House Open Days, organised by iPHA and its international Affiliates, will once again take place. By participating with your own Passive Hous…
In 2012, there people, named Russell Maier, Irene Bakisan, and Pi VIllaraza, put plastic and wastes into a bottle. They study, think, and practice. They invent the Ecobrick. An Ecobrick is a plastic b
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So you’re passionate about the environment, you’ve learned about the issues, and you have some great ideas on how to make the world a better place. What’s next? Join us Monday, May 14th and lear…
Introduction to LEED v 4.1, April 26, Boston
Have you been hearing about LEED v4.1? Announced at Greenbuild, the update will be improved and agile, ensuring we deliver on the vision of green buildings for all. In this introductory course, we wil…
Greenovate City of Boston, Lunch and Learn with Greenovate April 19, Boston, MA
This year for Earth Day, Greenovate Boston will host events during Boston's Civic Engagement Week. Greenovate Boston will be presenting their work, focusing on Climate Ready Boston Leaders materials, …
Hitchcock Center Living Building Tour, March 21, 12-1pm, Amherst, MA
Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature, it is net zero energy, net zero water, has composting toilets, and has been made with responsibly sourced non…
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