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Massachusetts Water Forum & Youth Summit, March 19 (World Water Day), The State House, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

No One Left Behind:
Water Resilience through Innovation

The 7th Annual Massachusetts Water Forum and Youth Summit is hosted by the Foundation for a Green Future along with Renewable Now Network an


Filed under: Water

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2068 views | Posted on: 03/08/2019 | Last updated: 03/08/2019

WasteBuild Zero 2023, Amsterdam, Netherlands, May 11 -12

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

WasteBuild Zero is a 2-day event that unites the built environment to showcase the latest materials, techniques, solutions and innovators that are helping to deliver low carbon and circular constructi

0 replies | 738 views | Posted on: 04/14/2023 | Last updated: 04/14/2023

Virtual ESG Event: Building an Environmental Social Governance (ESG) Framework, April 18, 1-4 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Sustainability has become a household word and used very freely in today’s business world. What does it mean for your company? Do you have Environmental, social, governance (ESG) policies that h

0 replies | 1400 views | Posted on: 03/25/2023 | Last updated: 03/25/2023

Spring'23: Light & Equity: A New Haven Walking Tour Presented by CTGBC, April 7, 4:30- 6 pm, Connecticut

by Hani // Social media manager

The evening stroll around downtown New Haven to see a wide range of outdoor lighting and become knowledgeable observers of lighting quality and equity.

Thoughtfully designed and regularly maintaine

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 970 views | Posted on: 03/11/2023 | Last updated: 03/12/2023

Free PG&E Online Course: RCx101: Identifying and Assessing Common Retro-Cx Opportunities, March 7, 8:30am-4:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

In this class they will focus on practical tools and techniques that can be used to identify and assess retrocommissioning opportunities in existing buildings. These techniques can also be applied to

California Green Building

0 replies | 1070 views | Posted on: 02/22/2023 | Last updated: 02/24/2023

Free Green Building Webinar: HSW Considerations for Large Vertical Openings, March 15, 12-1pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

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

0 replies | 1096 views | Posted on: 02/08/2023 | Last updated: 02/08/2023

Free Webinar: More Than a Blower Door: Top Lessons Learned from Phius Raters and Verifiers, February 15, 5-6 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Are you wrapping up Pre-Cert and want a better idea of what’s next? Curious on what’s really in store with Phius projects? Prepare Thyself!

Presenters from Eco Achievers will 

0 replies | 872 views | Posted on: 01/19/2023 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

ESG Innovators in Real Estate, A Free Online ULI (Urban Land Institute) Event, February 2, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

What innovative technologies and services are driving sustainability in the real estate sector? The industry is in a state of continuous innovation to evolve with the growing standards of building per

Keywords: investments,Energy Efficiency,Real Estate,High Performance Building,Innovation,Technology,ESG

0 replies | 1300 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/04/2023

Free Webinar, Tapping Into the Power of Utility-Scale Solar: State and Local Perspectives, January 31, 11 AM ET

by Rushabh // Social media manager

In this webinar, you will learn about the strategic partnerships used by state and local governments to meet ambitious climate and energy goals through utility-scale solar investments.

0 replies | 1257 views | Posted on: 12/12/2022 | Last updated: 12/22/2022

How to Achieve a Smart and Sustainable Built Environment?

by Arloid

The built environment is the center of human life on earth – responsible for an estimated 40% of global GDP, and where we spend the majority of our work and leisure time. However, the built envi

Filed under: Green Building Finance

0 replies | 668 views | Posted on: 11/24/2022 | Last updated: 12/21/2022

Sustainable Buildings Forum, June 4, 7:30-11:30am, Madison, WI

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Many firms have at least one or two showcase projects that have reached aspirational sustainable design goals. The challenge is to maintain this level of performance across a portfolio and move your b

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building

0 replies | 1625 views | Posted on: 05/24/2019 | Last updated: 05/24/2019

Next Generation Water Summit, June 12-14, Santa Fe, NM

by ella.nielsen44 // Student

The 3rd annual Next Generation Water Summit will be held on June 12-June 14, 2019. The Summit focuses on water conservation and water reuse in the arid Southwest. It brings together builders, des

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Keywords: Climate Change,Water Conservation,water reuse

0 replies | 1487 views | Posted on: 04/29/2019 | Last updated: 04/29/2019

mindful Materials – An Industry Commitment to Material Health, April 23, 7:30 - 10am, Toronto, Canada

by mindful MATERIALS

Every architect, designer and contractor looking for healthy, sustainable materials knows how challenging it can be. Finding products with the right documentation for LEEDv4.1 or WELL, assessing embod

Filed under: Product Labeling/Transparency

0 replies | 1303 views | Posted on: 04/04/2019 | Last updated: 04/05/2019

Worcester Business Journal Mass Energy Summit, October 21

by admin

Tuesday October 21, 2014: 7:30 am - 1:30 pm DCU Center 50 Foster Street Worcester http://www.masscec.com/events/worcester-business-journal-mass-energy-summit "Join WBJ for the 8th Annual …

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Event,Massachusetts

0 replies | 1558 views | Posted on: 10/17/2014 | Last updated: 10/17/2014

Building Re-Tuning: an Energy Sustainability Series, February 27, 7:30am-3pm, Monroeville, PA

by ella.nielsen44 // Student

The Pennsylvania Technical Assistance Program (PennTAP) is offering a three-workshop Building Re-Tuning (BRT) series, reviewing a low-cost/no-cost approach to ensuring that a building is ope

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Sustainability

0 replies | 1366 views | Posted on: 02/04/2019 | Last updated: 02/04/2019

FREE WEBINAR: Incorporating Sustainable Materials into Commercial Restroom Design, Thursday, December 19, 2019 - 12:00pm to 1:00pm EST

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

There are varied material options available for restrooms, locker rooms, and other applications. Learn about HDPE, its physical attributes, composition, design options and sustainable contributions to

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: restrooms,locker rooms,sustainabilty

0 replies | 1633 views | Posted on: 01/18/2019 | Last updated: 01/23/2019

Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training, Jan 22-25, Pittsburgh, PA

by Eileen Flynn // Student

In our continuing effort to support healthy & high performance buildings, we are happy to bring you Passive House Tradesperson Training!  Green Building Alliance has been working with its par

Filed under: Events

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Training event,Certified Passive House

0 replies | 1209 views | Posted on: 01/09/2019 | Last updated: 01/13/2019

Western Water Summit (WWS), Jan 22 - 23, San Diego CA

by Yishan

Event Description:

"We’re at a turning point

Our need for water has collided with the realities of reduced water supply and increasingly threatened sources. In many areas our water ma

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1203 views | Posted on: 11/29/2018 | Last updated: 11/29/2018

The 8th Annual Boston GreenFest is this weekend! August 21st-23rd, Boston City Hall Plaza - FREE!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Boston GreenFest is the region's largest multicultural environmental music festival. Boston GreenFest is a celebration of life and possibility, providing you with ideas and experiences that can shape …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,Boston GreenFest

0 replies | 1314 views | Posted on: 08/20/2015 | Last updated: 08/20/2015

5th Annual Berkshire East Wind Festival! August 9, Charlemont, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

What: The 5th Annual Berkshire East Wind Festival! Where: Berkshire East Mountain Resort in Charlemont, MA When: Sunday, August 9th at 12:00 PM Are you interested in learning more about the renew…

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,Wind

0 replies | 2254 views | Posted on: 07/16/2015 | Last updated: 07/16/2015

USGBC Introduces PEER: Energy Efficiency and Environment

by Chelsea W. // Student

The predominant green building governmental organization in the US has introduced a new way for consumers to see where their electricity for their building is coming from. Although they can't identify…

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Certifications/Labels and Transparency ,Government Agencies and Initiatives

Keywords: clean energy

0 replies | 1619 views | Posted on: 06/22/2015 | Last updated: 06/22/2015

Webinar: Creating Knowledge Workers for the Greener Product Marketplace; Making Scalable Solutions Sustainable: 5/28 2 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Thu, May 28, 2015 2 - 3 PM EDT Modeling product concepts is the start of a journey to scaling production. Environmental performance can be included every step of the way. Learn from educators with …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Sustainable Products,Green Products

0 replies | 1588 views | Posted on: 05/27/2015 | Last updated: 05/27/2015

USGBCMA Emerging Professionals Community Service Project - Come help with a Franklin Park Clean up: 4/25 9 am - 12 noon

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC EPMA's Earth Day Service Project April 25, 9 am - 12 noon Come join us for a clean-up at Franklin Park! As part of the Charles River Watershed Association’s (CRWA) annual Earth Day clea…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Boston,USGBCMA,Community Service,Franklin Park,Emerging Professionals

0 replies | 1275 views | Posted on: 04/24/2015 | Last updated: 04/28/2015

Massachusetts Green Communities

by Steven_Spicer

I recently was told about a government program in which municipalities can register as 'green communities' and gain additional funding and grants for installing green initiatives and renewable energy …

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

Keywords: Massachusetts,Green Communities,Initiatives

0 replies | 1671 views | Posted on: 03/16/2015 | Last updated: 03/16/2015

December 17, Green Schools Tour - Newton North High School

by admin

Join the Massachusetts Green Building Council Green Schools Committee for a tour of Newton North High School! www.usgbcma.org/civicrm/event/info?reset=1&id=648 Tour NNHS's LEED facility and learn a…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 724 views | Posted on: 12/16/2014 | Last updated: 12/16/2014

 

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