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Free Webinar: Scrap Culture: Sustainable Design Practices in a World of Waste: March 31, 1pm ET / 10am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Today we live in a world that creates more waste than it does reduce, reuse, or recycle. Designers in all disciplines are trying to address this through the exploration of new materials and production

0 replies | 880 views | Posted on: 03/23/2022 | Last updated: 03/23/2022

Building Tour of Four All-electric Buildings to Reduce Carbon Footprints, October 3, 2-4:30 pm, San Luis Obispo California

by Hani // Social media manager

On this tour, you’ll have an inside look at all-electric green buildings that are energy efficient and powered completely or in part with renewable energy, reducing their carbon footprints. The

California Green Building

0 replies | 609 views | Posted on: 09/04/2024 | Last updated: 09/04/2024

Women in Green Breakfast, September 12, 7:30-8:30 am, Los Angeles, California

by Hani // Social media manager

Join us for our annual community gathering where we’ll enjoy a morning breakfast spread (caffeine included!), networking, an engaging panel discussion, and audience Q&A. We can’t wait

California Green Building

0 replies | 711 views | Posted on: 08/16/2024 | Last updated: 08/16/2024

Free Webinar: Embodied Carbon + Electrification – Full path to Decarbonization, August 14, 10-11 PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In this webinar, we'll delve into the intricate relationship between electrification and embodied carbon, exploring how factors such as refrigerants, insulation, and thermal storage are pivotal to

0 replies | 1743 views | Posted on: 07/26/2024 | Last updated: 07/26/2024

Free Webinar: Global Heat Pump Best Practices: Strengthening the Global Heat Pump Policy Tool-Kit, July 10, 8-10 am GMT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The need for smart and innovative solutions to heating, like heat pumps is becoming urgent in the wake of the climate crisis. By participating, you can help drive global adoption of this efficient, co

0 replies | 623 views | Posted on: 06/28/2024 | Last updated: 06/28/2024

Free Webinar: There's a Heat Pump for that: Multifamily Decarbonization Solutions, July 16, 11 am - 12 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Decarbonizing heating systems in multifamily buildings can seem insurmountable without the right information. Discover how to evaluate the efficacy of heat pumps and other decarbonized heating solutio

0 replies | 950 views | Posted on: 06/07/2024 | Last updated: 06/07/2024

Greentown Labs EnergyBar: Pride Month Celebration, June 6, 5:30-7 pm, Somerville, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In collaboration with Out in Climate and Saint-Gobain, Greentown Labs invites entrepreneurs, investors, corporate leaders, students, and other climate champions to celebrate a

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 557 views | Posted on: 05/24/2024 | Last updated: 05/24/2024

Pittsburgh Passive House Construction Boot Camp, June 3, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

by Hani // Social media manager

Join Emu Passive along with host Green Building Alliance and co-host Passive House Pennsylvania June 3rd - 7th for a week long Passive House Training Boot Camp!

This course is geared toward build/d

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 697 views | Posted on: 05/03/2024 | Last updated: 05/04/2024

Green Things Summit

by IM-Rose

The Green Things Summit 2024 is bringing together innovators and changemakers to explore how IoT and emerging technologies can drive green initiatives and pave the way for a sustainable future.

Pro

Free Webinar: Tools for Embedding Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Accessibility (DEIA) into Registered Apprenticeship, April 23, 2pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Apprenticeships are a time-tested and powerful tool for workforce development. Registered apprenticeships can support companies in meeting their needs for a trained workforce while opening doors to ne

0 replies | 587 views | Posted on: 04/02/2024 | Last updated: 04/02/2024

Webinar: New Masonry Cleaning Procedures and Design Strategies, AIA Florida, June 14, 11 am ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

The first course (12 pm) provides useful knowledge that can be used to assure a masonry project's surfaces, exterior or interior, has been properly treated during the final wash-down stage of

Filed under: Webinars

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Design,Sustainable Architecture,Safety,Masonry,Cleaning

0 replies | 1407 views | Posted on: 05/31/2022 | Last updated: 06/01/2022

For Sale: Healthy, Energy Efficient Micro-Farm in Concord, MA

by David Bearg, P.E. // Environmental Health and Building Specialist

20 Darton Street in Concord, MA is looking for a new owner!

This is where I have lived for over 45 years and it is time for a change.  One of my goals here has been to live in the present

Filed under: Green Living

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Real Estate,Green Living

0 replies | 4211 views | Posted on: 05/12/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

Free Green Building CE Webinar: Protect, Enhance and Maintain Glass with a High-Performance Glass Coating, May 4, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will evaluate protective coatings as a solution for many common problems encountered during the life-cycle of a building. Some of the easily recognized benefits of a low maintenance coati

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Operations and Maintenance,Performance Glass,Maintaining Glass

0 replies | 1179 views | Posted on: 04/14/2022 | Last updated: 04/17/2022

Intro to Living Building Challenge Jan 25, 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM, USGBC MA, Boston

by Amy

Join USGBC MA for an introductory session on the newest and most rigorous standard in high performance buildings today. If you are new to the standard or have a few unanswered questions come visit thi…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1370 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/10/2018

Free Green Building Webinar: Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions - Plus, March 24, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will discuss vertical operating systems to better understand their construction and the operating systems used in each type. Characteristics of various types of vertical operating systems

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Keywords: Architecture,High Performance Doors,Windows,Vertical Opening Systems

0 replies | 2281 views | Posted on: 03/03/2022 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Polyiso - The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier, February 18, 12 pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

To educate design professionals about ‘Building Longevity and Sustainability’ and how these concepts impact making buildings more energy efficient, this course examines how foil-faced Poly

Filed under: Insulation

Keywords: High Performance Building,Insulation,Polyiso,Thermal Layers

0 replies | 1396 views | Posted on: 02/02/2022 | Last updated: 02/02/2022

Breaking into Sustainability Careers, January 13, 4-5 PM PST

by Richard Minasian // Student

It’s 2022 and climate change is more important than ever before! If you are interested in how you can make a positive impact, explore meaningful careers in sustainability, and stand out as a can

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Climate Change,Cleantech,Sustainability,Green Careers,Sustainable Careers,Sustainable Development

0 replies | 1749 views | Posted on: 01/04/2022 | Last updated: 01/04/2022

GreenBiz '22, February 15-17, Scottsdale, Arizona

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Amidst challenging times, the sustainability profession is evolving — with new concerns and opportunities. Sustainable business is bouncing back, and more companies are making more bold com

Keywords: Greenbiz

0 replies | 2103 views | Posted on: 12/07/2021 | Last updated: 12/07/2021

Net Zero Culture, Powered by BusinessGreen & part of the Net Zero Festival, December 7

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Net Zero Culture will take place live on 7 December 2021 (all content also available on demand).

The net zero transition can only be delivered by people - the skills they master, the communities th

0 replies | 1864 views | Posted on: 11/23/2021 | Last updated: 11/23/2021

Webinar and Conference: Humid Climate Conference, May 21 - 22, Austin, TX

by YijunW

The Humid Climate Conference is both on site and live. Get the ticket fast before they sold out. The Passive House Austin (PHAUS) Chapter was thinking about how to get more attention to the PHIUS+ …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1601 views | Posted on: 05/11/2018 | Last updated: 05/11/2018

PHIUS CPHC Training May 14-18, Boston, MA

by YijunW

PHIUS-trained CPHC® consultants are leading the adoption of passive building from coast to coast by designing and building quality-assured projects across all of North America's varied climate zones.…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 775 views | Posted on: 05/02/2018 | Last updated: 05/02/2018

Greenovate City of Boston, Friday Fun with Greenovate, April 20, 4:30-6pm, Boston, MA

by YijunW

This year for Earth Day, Greenovate Boston will host events during Boston's Civic Engagement Week. Greenovate Boston will be presenting our the Climate Ready Boston Leaders materials to the general pu…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Green Building Advocacy

0 replies | 856 views | Posted on: 04/13/2018 | Last updated: 04/13/2018

NEWIEE's 2018 Annual Awards Gala - May 1, Boston

by Yishan

The NEWIEE Awards recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women leaders in the fields of energy and environment. These women have achieved professional excellence within their area of specialty…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1171 views | Posted on: 03/22/2018 | Last updated: 03/29/2018

March 6 - Boston ASHRAE Meeting - The European Approach to Decrease Energy Use in Buildings

by Yishan

From the beginning of 2006 all new European buildings (residential, commercial, industrial etc.) must have an energy declaration based on the calculated energy performance of the building, including h…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 828 views | Posted on: 03/02/2018 | Last updated: 03/02/2018

Green Buildings in Our Community, March 21, 5-6 pm, Gulf Gate Library, Sarasota, Florida

by Chandra // Analytics Student

Interested in making your home or business a green building? This class will highlight Sarasota County’s approach to green building and what public buildings are certified by the U.S. Green Building…

Filed under: Education

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1318 views | Posted on: 02/08/2018 | Last updated: 02/09/2018

 

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