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NESEA Pro Green Building Tour: High Performance Lodge in the White Mountains, October 21, 1 - 5pm

by NESEA // Northeast Sustainable Energy Association

Join NESEA in the White Mountains for a Pro Tour showcasing a high performance institutional building that combines the traditional character of a mountain lodge with ambitious performance goals. 

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 1437 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 08/07/2024

Free Webinar by Southern California Edison: Green Building: Hype or Help? October 31, 10 am - 12 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar is a survey of sustainable design practice including the LEED™ certification process. The intent is to familiarize participants with the state-of-the-art in sustainable design,

California Green Building

0 replies | 848 views | Posted on: 10/10/2024 | Last updated: 10/10/2024

How Data Centers Pave the Way for a More Sustainable World, Hybrid Event Online and in San Francisco, California, October 17, 4-5:30pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

As the urgency of the climate crisis grows, data center operators must continue to drive down their carbon footprint, which is now estimated to be larger than the airline industry. This challenge pres

California Green Building

0 replies | 1096 views | Posted on: 09/14/2024 | Last updated: 09/22/2024

GreenHome Institute Webinar: Intro to Heat Pump Sizing With The New Manual H, September 11, 12-1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

There is a lot of interest in heat pumps at the moment. So, what better time to cover Manual H from The Air Conditioning Contractors of America?

This webinar will cover the section of Manual H that

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 713 views | Posted on: 08/26/2024 | Last updated: 08/26/2024

Green Building Tour: Phased Construction: Affordable, Supportive Housing Development in Brooklyn, NY, August 23, 1-5 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join NESEA for a summer Pro Tour of an integrated, mixed-use, phased development project encompassing nearly a full city block in Brooklyn, NY. This project, which will include four buildings whe

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 737 views | Posted on: 08/06/2024 | Last updated: 08/06/2024

Free Webinar: Catalyzing Renewable Energy Adoption Among Your Suppliers, August 6, 12-1 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Is your supplier engagement program action-oriented? Does it inspire suppliers to reduce their emissions, right now?  If not, you are not alone. Most supplier programs are more circumspect, askin

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 967 views | Posted on: 07/17/2024 | Last updated: 07/17/2024

Southface LEED Green Associate Test Prep Online, July 17, 9 am - 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This one-day workshop introduces students to the LEED rating systems and core concepts of green building while preparing students for success on the LEED Green Associate Exam. Throughout the workshop

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

0 replies | 1007 views | Posted on: 06/12/2024 | Last updated: 06/12/2024

Free Webinar: Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for Grid Tied Applications, June 25, 9am-12:30pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

This course teaches the basic vocabulary and technical details of grid-connected photovoltaic and energy storage systems. This instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of various techn

California Green Building

0 replies | 1228 views | Posted on: 06/01/2024 | Last updated: 06/02/2024

Electrification for Realtors, Free Online Training, June 6, 10 am - 1 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Electrification is here and all-electric homes will play in important role in shaping the industry. Learn how to navigate discussions about the various components of these homes and the value they pro

California Green Building

0 replies | 844 views | Posted on: 05/15/2024 | Last updated: 05/15/2024

Smart Technology: Driving Efficiency in Chicago’s Existing Buildings, Hybrid Event, Online and in Chicago, Illinois, May 14

by Hani // Social media manager

Join Illinois Green Alliance and BOMA/Chicago to explore how smart building technologies are being implemented at the local level to reduce carbon emissions, improve efficiency, and save building owne

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1099 views | Posted on: 04/26/2024 | Last updated: 04/27/2024

Free Green Building Webinar: HSW Considerations for Large Vertical Openings, November 17, 12 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this one-hour course, we’ll discuss flexible spaces that use large, vertical openings and their designs and customizations that can contribute to health, safety, and welfare of the building o

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Vertical Openings,Doors,High Performance Windows

0 replies | 1424 views | Posted on: 10/18/2022 | Last updated: 10/18/2022

BIOGAS Convention Digital, 7 – 11 November 2022

by GW

Biogas in the EU & worldwide, Biomethane / Bio-LNG, Case studies & best practice and furthermore. Blocks in English and German. Contact, programme and registration: www.biogas-convention.

Filed under: Agriculture/Farming

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Green Energy,biogas

0 replies | 1207 views | Posted on: 09/26/2022 | Last updated: 09/26/2022

Atlanta Design Festival, Design is Human Conference, October 4-5, and Green Architecture Tours, October 8-9

by samanthaklein // Intern

Atlanta Design Festival is dedicated to helping Atlanta businesses understand what a design economy means to economic growth and where resources are best invested.

The Design is Human Conference ta

Filed under: Events

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

Keywords: Design,Atlanta,green tours

0 replies | 1389 views | Posted on: 09/01/2022 | Last updated: 09/02/2022

GreenBiz 19, for Sustainable Business, Feb 26 - 28, 2019, Phoenix, AZ

by YijunW

Join the world’s brightest thinkers and most influential sustainability leaders for an unparalleled look into the pressing challenges, emerging trends and biggest opportunities in sustainable bu

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1790 views | Posted on: 05/17/2018 | Last updated: 11/19/2018

Water Efficiency + Modern Design | HELVEX USA

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Helvex is a leading manufacturer and distributor of water-efficient plumbing fixtures for bathrooms and kitchens, and has been selected as a partner for the #1920sMakeoverATL Passive Hou

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Water Efficiency,Eco Friendly Restrooms,Bathroom Design,Water,Water Conservation,Bathrooms,Kitchens,Plumbing Fixtures,Helvex,Fixtures

0 replies | 3383 views | Posted on: 07/19/2022 | Last updated: 01/16/2023

E Source Forum 2022, September 13-16, Denver, CO

by gracemorrison

The conference is getting together in person, September 13–16 at the Sheraton Denver Downtown, to celebrate 35 years of the E Source Forum. This year’s theme is Empowering the Sustainable

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 930 views | Posted on: 07/07/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

Free Webinar: Solar for New Construction Affordable Housing - Zoning & Certifications, August 11, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join Resonant Energy, LISC Boston and the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (MACDC) for a summer series of free webinars exploring different topics relevant to installing

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Affordable Housing,Solar,Construction

0 replies | 1620 views | Posted on: 06/24/2022 | Last updated: 06/24/2022

Shelter from the Storm: Powering Community Resilience Hubs, July 19 11AM

by gracemorrison

Community resilience hubs are locally identified and community-serving facilities that provide residents year-round access to support resources. During extreme weather, they can reduce the burden on e

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1089 views | Posted on: 06/09/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022

USGBC LEED Webinar: Slim Down Your Footprint, November 2, 12:15 pm

by YijunW

Join USGBC for their monthly First Friday LEED Webinar education series! We will be focusing on mostly LEED v4 content throughout the year - typically with LEED specific CEU credits, and often AIA LU

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1029 views | Posted on: 08/08/2018 | Last updated: 10/09/2018

Maker Challenge: Sustainable Dream Home, August 25, Chicago, IL

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Are you interested in drawing, architecture, engineering, design or building? Do you like beating challenges? Are you between the ages of 9 and 13? Join Chicago Mobile Makers for Maker Challenge: Sust…

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Kids activity,Maker challenge

0 replies | 1191 views | Posted on: 07/24/2018 | Last updated: 07/24/2018

Energy Issues Summit, Aug 8-9, Saint Cloud, MN

by YijunW

The Energy Issues Summit, organized by the Minnesota Rural Electric Association will take place from 8th August to the 9th August 2018 at the Rivers Edge Convention Center in St. cloud, United States …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1041 views | Posted on: 07/16/2018 | Last updated: 07/16/2018

It's Electrifying: Direct From The Manufacturer, July 19, 6:00 - 8:00pm, New York City

by Eileen Flynn // Student

For New York City buildings to be powered by clean, renewable energy, many will eventually need to upgrade to electrified heating systems. Meeting the demand for a wide variety of products for new pro…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,Renewable Energy,electrified heating systems

0 replies | 1212 views | Posted on: 06/27/2018 | Last updated: 06/27/2018

Webinar - Paint Technology: Chemistry and Performance, Thursday, 12-1 pm EDT, June 28

by Eileen Flynn // Student

With so many options in today's marketplace, specifying paint can be a challenge. Understanding the chemistry behind the performance features of paints will help you specify more confidently. This pro…

Filed under: Webinars

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Paint Technology

0 replies | 1741 views | Posted on: 06/14/2018 | Last updated: 06/15/2018

Lighting Retrofits: Making the Best Choices Now to Ensure Future Performance, June 13, WI

by Eileen Flynn // Student

LED technologies will last a decade or more, so how can you make the right decisions today that will ensure great performance years into the future? Learn to balance today’s options and costs with l…

Filed under: Events

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: lighting retrofits,Lighting Technology

0 replies | 1166 views | Posted on: 06/07/2018 | Last updated: 06/07/2018

Harvard Study: Green Buildings Save $6.7 Billion in Combined Health and Climate Benefits

by YijunW

Buildings consume nearly 40% of primary energy production in the world. Green buildings significantly and substantially reduce energy consumption. However, the co-benefits to health through energy red

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 8248 views | Posted on: 05/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

 

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