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R56 Communication Site Installer

by varshasri // R56 Communication Site Installer

The R56 Communication Site Installer is the trained professional who would be involved in the set-up, supervision, routing, distributing, and switching as required by the telephone and dialing equipme

Filed under: News

0 replies | 686 views | Posted on: 05/26/2020 | Last updated: 02/06/2023

Free Webinar: Successful Design of the All Electric Kitchen, February 23, 10-11:30 am

by Hani // Social media manager

All-electric kitchens are now mandated for any new construction projects in over 50 California cities as well as many school districts, high-tech B&I kitchens, and higher education. Successful des

0 replies | 1349 views | Posted on: 01/25/2023 | Last updated: 01/25/2023

ABCs of Multifamily Electrification Strategies, A Better Buildings Webinar, February 7, 11 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join this webinar to learn about electrification strategies for multifamily buildings of varying ages, climate zones, and sizes. This discussion will highlight key factors to consider when pursuing el

0 replies | 1062 views | Posted on: 01/08/2023 | Last updated: 01/08/2023

4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

by Amelie Alice // 4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering

Magnus Group has immense pleasure in inviting you to its “4th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering” (Materials 2023) which will be held in Singapore at

Filed under: Engineering Materials Recovery

Keywords: Materials 2023,Composite Materials,Green Materials,Plastomers

0 replies | 827 views | Posted on: 12/19/2022 | Last updated: 12/19/2022

Free Webinar Series: Lighting Fundamentals - 3 Parts: Terminology, Vision and Color; Light Sources; and Design, December 12-16

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This 3-class series provides a basic overview of fundamental lighting topics, including lighting terminology, vision, light and color theory, electric light sources, fixtures, controls, as well as int

California Green Building

Keywords: Lighting,Lighting Design,Lighting Fundamentals

0 replies | 1585 views | Posted on: 11/30/2022 | Last updated: 12/01/2022

Webinar: The Role of Insurance in Risk Reduction and Infrastructure, October 6, 12 pm EDT

by PatPrince317 // Lifelong Learner and Green Energy Aficionado

 

The risk to critical infrastructure and property from extreme weather and climate change is rising. According to NOAA, the U.S. has experienced 10 extreme weather/climate disaster events so

Filed under: Development

Keywords: Understanding risk,Community Resilience,Infrastructure,insurance

0 replies | 1620 views | Posted on: 09/22/2020 | Last updated: 09/22/2020

Webinar: USGBC’s LEED Zero Program: Opportunities for Residential Buildings, September 9, 2 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

How do we get homes to net-zero and zero carbon and be able to ensure they are operating that way?

How do you take LEED and your high performing building to the next level to mitigate the impacts o

Filed under: LEED (USGBC)

Related to: Other

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,LEED,USGBC,LEED Zero

0 replies | 1505 views | Posted on: 09/03/2020 | Last updated: 09/03/2020

FREE Greenbuilding Webinar: Decorative Hardwood Plywood - A Beautifully Sustainable Choice, September 9, 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In this one-hour course, design professionals will gain in-depth knowledge of decorative hardwood plywood, focusing on its manufacture, uses, and sustainability. It will discuss visual grading, the na

Filed under: Wood

Keywords: Wood,hardwood,plywood

0 replies | 1530 views | Posted on: 08/20/2020 | Last updated: 08/20/2020

Webinar: Seeking Validation - A Look at Various Green Business Certifications, August 21, 9:30 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Most businesses get certified because they want to align their business with their values. The certification framework and process helps them to make sure that they are doing all they can to reduce th

Filed under: Company Certifications

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: business,Certification,Green Business,Green Business Certification

0 replies | 1395 views | Posted on: 08/01/2020 | Last updated: 08/01/2020

Webinar- sustainABLE: Designing Equity, August 11, 1-2pm

by AbbieKnight

sustainABLE: USGBC West North Central's new regional forum exploring USGBC's four pillars: sustainability, resiliency, health, and equity in relationship to current events and our ability

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Sustainable Living,Resiliency,Designing Equity

0 replies | 1623 views | Posted on: 07/17/2020 | Last updated: 07/17/2020

ULI Boston Webinar: The Future of Urban Areas, July 15, 10-11am EDT

by AbbieKnight

Cities and urban areas have been hit hard by the Covid-19 crisis.  Prior to this, they were the economic engines of the country.  Are cities down and out for the count?

Join on July 15th

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cities,COVID19,Urban

0 replies | 1560 views | Posted on: 07/06/2020 | Last updated: 07/07/2020

Webinar: Get In On The Ground Floor: Modern, Sustainable, Healthcare Flooring, July 21, 12pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this one-hour course, design professionals will gain in-depth knowledge of sustainable, resilient fluid-applied flooring. It will discuss how it solves many issues present in both resilient floorin

Filed under: Flooring

Related to: Flooring

Keywords: Sustainability,Flooring,Healthcare

0 replies | 2058 views | Posted on: 06/18/2020 | Last updated: 06/18/2020

FREE Webinar hosted by USGBC LA: LEED Green Associates Exam Virtual Training, June 24, 12 PM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join USGBC LA for a fast-paced & engaging LEED Green Associate Exam Prep Webinar, designed to give you the guidance, tools and direction needed to successfully pass the exam.  This

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,LEED Exam Prep,LEED,Green Associate

0 replies | 1280 views | Posted on: 06/06/2020 | Last updated: 06/07/2020

Green Building Alliance - HQ LEED Platinum Tour, December 20th, 5-6 pm, Pittsburgh

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Building Alliance - LEED Platinum Office Tour December 20th, 5-6 pm, Pittsburgh Green Building Alliance 33 Terminal Way, Suite 331 Pittsburgh, PA 15219 Come check out the many green fea…

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1110 views | Posted on: 12/07/2016 | Last updated: 12/07/2016

Free Webinar, Hosted by NBI, Getting to Zero Energy in Schools is Achievable! May 28, 10 am - 11 am PDT

by Connie NBI

This one-hour webinar will highlight two projects that demonstrate the proof-of concept in zero energy school construction: King Open/Cambridge Street Upper Schools & Community Complex in Cambridg

Filed under: Green Schools

Keywords: Green Schools,Net Zero Energy,Zero Energy,NZE

0 replies | 1762 views | Posted on: 05/06/2020 | Last updated: 05/07/2020

Greener New York City Spotlight Online Networking and Panel, July 15 7-8:30 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

In 2019, New York City passed its own city-wide version of the Green New Deal. The plan includes reducing greenhouse gas emissions by 40% by 2030, setting new goals for new developments and existing i

Filed under: Environmental Activism

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Development,Online Business Networking,Environmental Goals

0 replies | 1239 views | Posted on: 04/23/2020 | Last updated: 04/23/2020

Greenroofs & Walls of the World™ Virtual Summit 2017 - April 9 Kick Off! (Event runs live April 9 - 30!)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Mission of the Greenroofs & Walls of the World™ Virtual Summit 2017 is to inform, share, and create a global social media experience online for learning and networking via the power of the Inter…

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 993 views | Posted on: 04/07/2017 | Last updated: 04/07/2017

Dwell on Design LA 2017, June 23-25, Los Angeles Convention Center

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Dwell on Design, curated in partnership with the editors of Dwell magazine, returns to the Los Angeles Convention Center June 23-25, 2017. With three full days of dynamic exhibitions, unparalleled lea…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1040 views | Posted on: 04/08/2017 | Last updated: 04/08/2017

BEEx Training Event: Green Light: LED Lighting- Evaluation & Selection (4/28 @ 9-10:30am @ 31 Chambers St, NYC)

by aahassonjee

Join the Building Energy Exchange once again for their four-part training series on lighting retrofits: Green Light. From energy code and regulation considerations and selection of LED and controls te…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 833 views | Posted on: 03/24/2017 | Last updated: 03/24/2017

High Performance Schools: Strategies and Pathways for Success, March 22, 6-8pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

High Performance Schools: Strategies and Pathways for Success March 22, 6-8pm Energize CT Center 122 Universal Drive North (Target Shopping Center) North Haven, CT 06473 Speakers: …

Filed under: Connecticut

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Schools

0 replies | 947 views | Posted on: 03/12/2017 | Last updated: 03/12/2017

Smart Plug Instant Hot Water Control by Taco: Improves Existing Systems, AHR Product of the Year

by Rate It Green Team

Product Highlight/News: Smart Plug by Taco Product Name: SmartPlug Company: Taco Comfort Solutions News/Highlights: The SmartPlug by Taco Comfort Solutions has won Product of the Year rec…

Filed under: Company News and Highlights

Keywords: HVAC,Hot Water Heating

0 replies | 2359 views | Posted on: 03/07/2017 | Last updated: 03/07/2017

Participate in Earth Hour 2017 from your Cities, 3/25, 8:30 PM your local time

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

What your city can do for Earth Hour? At 8:30 p.m. your local time on Saturday, March 25, hundreds of millions of people around the globe will turn off their non-essential lights for one hour durin…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Keywords: Earth Hour 2017

0 replies | 2155 views | Posted on: 02/21/2017 | Last updated: 02/21/2017

Job Opportunity: New Ecology Seeking Project Manager (Connecticut)

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Job Opportunity: Project Manager (Connecticut) Company: New Ecology, Inc. Description: New Ecology, Inc. is seeking candidates for the position of Project Manager in its regional office in Hartfo…

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Energy Efficiency,Project Manager,Connecticut

0 replies | 1720 views | Posted on: 02/09/2017 | Last updated: 02/09/2017

Webinar: Restoring the Carbon Balance – Session 2. Wednesday, February 1, 2017, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Webinar: Restoring the Carbon Balance – Session 2 Wednesday, February 1, 2017, 1:00 pm to 2:30 pm. The capacity of the Earth's atmosphere to safely hold excess carbon without too much warming is…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Webinar,Carbon Balance

0 replies | 2386 views | Posted on: 01/30/2017 | Last updated: 01/31/2017

Smart Cities Connect Webinar: Gigabit Community Ecosystem, January 19

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Smart Cities Connect (SCC) Webinar: Learn about the Gigabit Community Ecosystem When: January 19, 2017 Time: 1:00-2:00PM CST Join SCC this Thursday and gain knowledge about gigabit technology a…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Smart Cities Connect,US Ignite,Gigabit Community Ecosystem

0 replies | 898 views | Posted on: 01/18/2017 | Last updated: 01/18/2017

 

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