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Exploring Whole House Filtration and Particulate Matter, with Aprilaire

by Rate It Green Team


In this interview with green builder Matt Hoots, Joseph Hillenmeyer with Aprilaire takes a deeper dive into whole-house air filtration and explores what we need to know about healthy air. 

Filed under: Filtration

Keywords: HVAC,Air Quality,Indoor Air Quality,Ventilation Systems,Ventilation,Filtration,AprilAire,IAQ

0 replies | 15617 views | Posted on: 02/25/2021 | Last updated: 03/24/2025

Building EHS Management Systems for the AI Era, Online, August 25, 2 - 3 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

AI is transforming the way organizations manage risk, compliance, and performance. However, establishing a strong foundation before adopting advanced technologies is essential. This webinar will focus

0 replies | 58 views | Posted on: 06/17/2026 | Last updated: 06/17/2026

BayREN C&S Training: Heat Pump Water Heaters for Building Departments, Online, July 8, 9 - 10:30 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) are an increasingly popular technology that are a highly efficient means of providing hot water to houses. This training will describe HPWHs, code requirements for HPWH

California Green Building

0 replies | 244 views | Posted on: 06/01/2026 | Last updated: 06/01/2026

10th Edition of International Conference On Materials Science And Engineering

by Sophia Loren

The 10th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering (Materials 2027) will be held from March 18–20, 2027, in Singapore, as a hybrid global platform dedicated to adv

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 238 views | Posted on: 05/13/2026 | Last updated: 05/13/2026

Home Electrification Contractor Boot Camp, June 17 - 18, San Luis Obsipo, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This two-day course provides a robust introduction into residential building electrification. It is designed for construction trade personnel of all levels, including owners, sales managers, salespeop

California Green Building

0 replies | 658 views | Posted on: 04/28/2026 | Last updated: 04/28/2026

Whole House Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) Explained, by Panasonic

by Rate It Green Team



We’d like to thank Ken Nelson at Panasonic for his terrific video explanation of how ERVs work and for introducing us to the features and benefits of the Intelli-Balance 200 as

Filed under: Energy Recovery and Heat Recovery Ventilation

Keywords: HVAC,Ventilation Systems,Ventilation,Humidity,ERVs,Whole House Ventilation Systems,ERV,Panasonic

0 replies | 28388 views | Posted on: 09/29/2021 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Greentown Labs Climatetech Career Fair, Online, September 16, 5:30 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

During this webinar, you will learn about career opportunities within the community of climatetech startups. Greentown startups are not only developing climatetech solutions—they’re b

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Green Careers,Greentown Labs

0 replies | 2401 views | Posted on: 09/05/2021 | Last updated: 09/13/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: The Perfect Pair: Sustainable HDPE + Copper Restroom Touch-Points, August 5, 12-1pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

When designing a restroom, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that are durable, hygienic, and sustainable. Join us in this one-hour course as we explore practical

Keywords: restrooms,Commercial Restrooms,HDPE

0 replies | 1750 views | Posted on: 07/15/2021 | Last updated: 07/15/2021

Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, In Person and Online, September 21-23, San Diego, CA

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

The time has never been better; the need has never been greater. Greenbuild brings together leaders developing the next generation of standards, policies, and partnerships to build a better quality of

Filed under: Greenbuild

Keywords: Greenbuild

0 replies | 6462 views | Posted on: 06/20/2021 | Last updated: 08/06/2021

Landfill Waste Becomes Building Insulation! - Free CE Webinar by GreenHome Institute, June 23, 12-1 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Can a textile recycling company divert what is traditionally landfilled waste from waste streams to create building insulation? How? 

In this session, you will learn how landfill waste becomes

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Recycling,Waste,Upcycling,Landfill Waste

0 replies | 1793 views | Posted on: 06/08/2021 | Last updated: 06/08/2021

Virtual Event: Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo, May 21-22

by samanthaklein // Intern

The unprecedented events of 2020 punctuated the urgency of the climate crisis, the pervasiveness of racial inequities and environmental injustices, the deep impacts of housing unaffordability, and the

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

California Green Building

Keywords: California,Los Angeles,Municipal Green Building

0 replies | 1767 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 04/27/2021

Virtual Passive House Training Workshops: HVAC and Plumbing Trades, April 9, 9am - 12pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

In the construction of a Passive House building, it is critical that the construction managers, subcontractors and tradespeople are equipped with the knowhow to accurately execute MEP systems as desig

Filed under: Heating, Venting and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: HVAC,Passive House,Connecticut,Plumbing

0 replies | 1621 views | Posted on: 03/26/2021 | Last updated: 03/27/2021

Blueprint Webinar Series: The Evolution of Sustainability Programs, April 23, 12 - 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join this webinar to learn how ESG goals have expanded over time, from basic energy, water, and waste considerations to climate adaptation and resilience, health and well-being, social and racial equi

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Health,Resilience,Net Zero Energy

0 replies | 1671 views | Posted on: 03/13/2021 | Last updated: 03/14/2021

Boston Medical Center Rooftop Farm Tour - USGBC MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join us for a tour of Boston Medical Center’s rooftop farm! The once barren roof of the hospital’s power plant building is now the largest rooftop farm in the city. The 7,000-square-foot farm’s …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2361 views | Posted on: 09/11/2017 | Last updated: 09/11/2017

EcoDistricts Incubator, May 9 - 11, Portland, OR

by Oyin

EcoDistricts Incubator is a three-day project team intensive designed to accelerate EcoDistrict-modeled, district-scale urban regeneration projects across communities throughout the world. 2018 marks …

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 865 views | Posted on: 11/02/2017 | Last updated: 11/02/2017

Support Senate Bill 2056 - To Create an Option for MA Residents to Donate a % of Tax Returns to the Least Developed Countries Fund

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

From the Institute for Sustainable Energy at Boston University: On October 31st, the Massachusetts Joint Revenue Committee will host a hearing on Senate Bill 2056 (S.2056) - a bill that would crea…

Filed under: Advocacy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Change

0 replies | 1243 views | Posted on: 10/29/2017 | Last updated: 10/29/2017

Cleantech Forum, January 22-24, San Francisco

by Oyin

Now in its 16th year, Cleantech Forum San Francisco 2018 will once again be a gathering of the global cleantech innovation community and offers a comprehensive, three-day program along with exclusive …

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1911 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 10/27/2017

Passive House Consultants Training Program (online and in person), Nov 27 - Dec 1, Burlington, VT

by Oyin

Burlington Electric Department is offering 50% off tuition for professionals who work in Burlington. You can apply for a discount. CPHC is the only professional passive building credential trai…

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 1209 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

USGBC Maryland Wintergreen Awards Celebration, Jan 25, Maryland

by Oyin

Join the U.S. Green Building Council Maryland Community for an evening of networking to celebrate the winners of our 2017 Community Leader Awards! The awards celebrate, promote and recognize excel…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1262 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Dec 21, Boston

by Oyin

The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1297 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

California Solar Power Expo, March 27-28, San Diego, CA

by Oyin

Join us at the California Solar Power Expo, the leading solar event for Southern California. The U.S. solar market is soaring. By the end of 2016, the U.S. solar industry is projected to install 1…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1970 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

Enhancing the Resilience of Seniors in Your Community, Webinar, October 18, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EDT

by Oyin

This webinar will focus on the safety and well-being of seniors within the context of climate change. Using a participatory adaptation planning process conducted with members of the senior community …

Filed under: Education

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 3624 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/11/2017

New England Women in Energy and the Environment NH Chapter Networking Event, November 9th, Kensington, New Hampshire

by Oyin

A night of networking at The Farm at Eastman’s Corner with enthusiastic women who care about energy and environmental issues. About NEWIEE NEWIEE aims to harness the passion, intelligenc…

Filed under: Events

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 1220 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

MIT Energy Night - October 13, 6:30-9:30, Cambridge

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Now in its 11th year, Energy Night showcases the energy research, education, and entrepreneurship at MIT. This year's event will showcase a myriad of interactive poster presentations from every energ…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Cleantech,MIT Energy

0 replies | 1477 views | Posted on: 09/29/2017 | Last updated: 09/29/2017

USGBC South Florida, GalaVerde, Saturday, October 15, 6-10 pm, Davie Florida

by Oyin

GalaVerde, the signature event of the USGBC South Florida Region, has been completely revamped for 2017! lots of music and dancing, great food, and quality GREENworking! This year's GalaVerde will …

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1101 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

 

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