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National Microgrids Conference, Boston, MA on April 17-19th
The concept of a microgrid is quickly becoming one of the most popular trends in energy distribution, offering resilience and independence that can't be achieved relying on the tradition
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Circular economy principles represent the latest phase of sustainable building design, moving beyond efficiency to focus on full material lifecycles. By designing for reuse, repair, and recycling, bui
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Specifying Healthier Materials Beyond Checking Boxes, Online Training, November 13, 12 - 2 pm ET
Specifying materials that meet LEED v4 and v4.1 requirements has gotten easier. However, many projects stop at just meeting these requirements, when we could be doing much better. The course will prov
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Net Zero Conference 2025, October 1, Los Angeles, CA
The 2025 Net Zero Conference will feature global sustainability experts in Climate, Net Zero, ESG, Equity, Carbon, and Resilience. Join us for zero carbon learning opportunities, exciting keynotes, an
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Free Webinar: Intro to Passive House Trades, August 14, 9 - 11:30 am PT
PHN’s Introduction to Passive House Trades course will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics, review of typical construction types, windows and installation, air barriers and
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Free Webinar: How to Talk to Your C-Suite About Carbon Offsets, July 31, 1 pm ET
As the pressure to set emissions targets intensifies and the impetus for meeting net-zero becomes more urgent, organizations are navigating the complex intersection of decarbonization and carbon offse
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Built Environment Plus, Building Tech Forum 2025, July 17, 5-9:30 pm, Medford, Massachusetts
Building Tech Forum 2025 is a series of 45 x 5-minute lightning talks where industry leaders present practical innovations accelerating the sustainable and regenerative design, construction and operat
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June 5th is World Environment Day! In a time of increasing environmental challenges, many people are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of how to respond. But what if the path to empow
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Join Women+ in Green SD for an event showcasing climate resilience strategies and solutions in the San Diego region and beyond.
Assembled a panel of key players at the forefront of climate re
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Build Better, In Person and Online (Hybrid Event), May 16, Auburn, Maine
The one-day Build Better training will provide a comprehensive summary of necessary strategies to build a “better” house: defined as a house that not only meets code, but also meets a home
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Green Building Slam, St. Louis, MO, June 11 5:30-7:30 pm
This year’s event will feature several fast paced presentations with an eye on redevelopment and equity.
North Lafayette Square
This 12 acre project develops long vacant former indus
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Members of GBA’s Emerging Professionals committee will host EP Brunch Discussions as complements to the series on Health in the Built Environment and Social Equity in th
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4th Annual Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference (ELEMCON), May 13-15, Denver, CO
The Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference offers a unique opportunity for environmental, sustainability and energy professionals to come together to identify new areas of opportunity to
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I know that this is short notice about the free webinar's that I emailed several members about in the Student Group. At 11 am FLIR Manufacturer of Infrared Cameras is having a free "High Performance T…
I am researching urban agriculture, any help would be much appreciated.
I am currently pursuing my thesis in Industrial and Interaction Design. Over the past five months, I have been researching the connection of sustainability between urban agriculture, community and mat
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Cook County Sustainability Version 2.0, February 6, Chicago, IL
“In 2010, President Toni Preckwinkle took office as President of Cook County. She convened an advisory council of industry professionals to set forth goals and objectives to make Cook County a w
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Canopy systems are sometimes one of those building elements that gets taken for granted or overlooked, despite the important role they play in providing coverage, shading and reduced heat gain to a bu
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What Makes a HERS Home So Special, Anyway?: A Comparison of Field-Tested Homes – Free CE Webinar
December 19, 2018, 12:00 pm - 1:15 pm
Wisconsin Better Buildings, Better Business Conference, Feb 13 - 15, Wisconsin Dells
The 2019 Better Buildings: Better Business Conference will feature a new Expo layout featuring 60 booth spaces, electric vehicles, demos and everyone’s favorite Better Beer: Better Brats recepti
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Conquering the Energy Code for Architects and Engineers: Residential, November 30, NYC
The new Energy Code is now in effect! Conquering the Energy Code:Residential prepares architects and engineers in New York State to comply with the many new requirements in the 2015 NYS Ener
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Energy Efficiency Progress: What We’ve Gained in 35 Years
A new report by the America Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, “Energy Efficiency in the United States: 35 Years and Counting," was released and found some truly incredible things. For one, yo…
Webinar on Demand (Free): The Who, Where and How of Installing a Solar Array, by CleanFootprint
Installing Solar Does NOT Have to Be Complicated This webinar is designed for Facility Managers who want to install solar but are unsure of the installation process. We will discuss the who, where,…
Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum: Thursday, May 14 -Stories of Trial and Hope from Japan
Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum: Thursday, May 14 -Stories of Trial and Hope from Japan First Parish in Cambridge Unitarian Universalist; 3 Church Street, Harvard Square Doors open at …
Architectural Signage Southwood Group Custom Graphics Specialists - Faciliteit
SouthWood is verheugd te worden gehuisvest in een modern, nieuw, eigendom van het bedrijf 40.000 vierkante meter faciliteit op 6 + hectare grond in het zuidwesten van Charlotte. Wij zijn gevestigd op …
Energy Efficiency Workshop, February 12 at 8 am, Quincy Chamber of Commerce
Energy Efficiency Workshop February 12 8-10 am Quincy Chamber of Commerce This event is geared to the business person and home owner that wishes to reduce heating and electric costs will makin…
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