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BuildingEnergy Boston, Presented by NESEA, Online, May 5 - 7

by Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)

BuildingEnergy Boston is a conference designed by and for practitioners in the fields of high-performance building and design, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. It brings more than 1,000 indust

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Electrical Component Recycling

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,NESEA,Sustainability,Northeast Solar Energy Association - NESEA,BuildingEnergy Boston

0 replies | 3409 views | Posted on: 03/30/2021 | Last updated: 04/08/2021

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials: Wednesday Afternoons, Online, March 4, 2 – 5 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

What is this training about?
In GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials, you’ll learn how to execute the best practices of sustainable building operations and leave with an indiv

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 133 views | Posted on: 01/29/2026 | Last updated: 01/29/2026

Solar Training Academy (PV 320), February 23 - March 3, Custer, Wisconsin

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This package of six MREA courses is ideal for those just entering the solar workforce or preparing to take the NABCEP PV Associate exam. This course package includes: 52 hours of training, textbook, p

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 261 views | Posted on: 01/10/2026 | Last updated: 01/10/2026

Comparing Residential Energy Ratings Systems, an On Demand Webinar Presented by Brett Little, GreenHome Institute

by Rate It Green Team


Brett little hosts this informative webinar comparing the more widely known residential energy ratings systems, along with his guest Lisa White of Phius. The two present an overview and som

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Keywords: Energy Ratings,Residental Energy Ratings Systems,Energy Ratings Systems

0 replies | 766 views | Posted on: 12/17/2025 | Last updated: 12/17/2025

Informational Webinar - 2026 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort Overview/Introduction, January 14, 1 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Join LEED for Cities and Communities for the 2nd informational webinar for those interested in applying to the 2026 LEED for Cities Certification Cohort.

This webinar will provide an overview

0 replies | 663 views | Posted on: 11/13/2025 | Last updated: 11/20/2025

Free Webinar: Energy Upgrade Workshop - Holiday Edition, December 11, 6:30 to 7:30 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Join UF/IFAS Extension Sarasota County for this 1-hour workshop where you'll learn energy-, water-, and cost-saving strategies at home. Presentation will include additional tips applicable to

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 436 views | Posted on: 10/20/2025 | Last updated: 10/22/2025

Healthy Buildings Challenge 2021, Hosted by Greentown Labs, MassCEC, and Saint-Gobain - Apply by September 1

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Between their construction and operation, buildings in the United States account for almost half of the country’s energy usage. At the same time, a recent UC Berkeley study found that 

Filed under: Contests and Votes

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Saint-Gobain,Greentown Labs,MassCEC

0 replies | 1918 views | Posted on: 08/17/2021 | Last updated: 08/18/2021

"Gas vs Electricity" Misperceptions Still Tipping the Scales?

by SawHorse, Inc.

Many Americans Still Think All-Electric means sacrificing performance.

 

As an owner of a premium [design + build] firm, I get asked which products are best for my client's house based

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Induction Cooking,Energy Efficiency,Natural Gas,High Performance,Indoor Air Quality,Decarbonization,Electrification,Gas vs Electric,All-Electric Building

0 replies | 10446 views | Posted on: 07/18/2021 | Last updated: 07/25/2021

Free Webinar: USGBC-Los Angeles- Overview of Wellness Certifications, July 23, 12pm PST

by Ashley Freeman

Join us for an overview of the WELL and Fitwel Certifications to better understand how wellness frameworks can be applied to your project and/or portfolio. We'll also review the approach to earnin

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Other

California Green Building

Keywords: USGBCLA,Certifications,Wellness

0 replies | 2290 views | Posted on: 06/22/2021 | Last updated: 06/23/2021

Find and Select Better Materials Today: Free Training by ecomedes, June 23, 10 am EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Reduce the time it takes to search for the best materials for your LEED or green building project by attending this free interactive demo. Learn about GBCI's Better Materials Initiative and its Un

Keywords: Materials,Materials Selection

0 replies | 1272 views | Posted on: 06/10/2021 | Last updated: 06/10/2021

Visit the #1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse with Chris Laumer-Giddens of LG Squared

by Rate It Green Team


Chris Laumer-Giddens of LG Squared, Inc takes us on a tour of the #1920sMakeoverATL project before work begins, and while we're still in the design phase of the project. There is s

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Architecture,Design,Deep Energy Retrofit,Renovation,Retrofit,1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse

0 replies | 2833 views | Posted on: 05/01/2021 | Last updated: 06/03/2021

Free Webinar: Save Energy Dollars with Heat Recovery, May 6, 9 am CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

All equipment that uses electric, motor-driven compressors or gas burners produces a lot of waste heat. Many commercial and industrial facilities waste an extraordinary amount of heat up the stack. Th

Filed under: Energy

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,HVAC,Heat Pumps,Electric Bills

0 replies | 1191 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 04/27/2021

Online: USGBC Missouri Gateway Chapter, Annual Green Building Showcase, May 11, 5:30 - 7:30 pm

by Ashley Freeman

Annual Green Building Showcase

Join on Zoom, for the annual Green Building Showcase to learn about four local projects. We will explore the designs and sustainable attributes of these pro

Filed under: Missouri

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Showcase,USGBC Missouri Gateway

0 replies | 1664 views | Posted on: 04/13/2021 | Last updated: 04/13/2021

L.A. Metro to Run on Battery Electric Power by 2030

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

All 2,200 buses of the second largest transit agency in the United States will run on battery electric power. L.A.'s transit agency announced last month that all buses will run on electricity by t

California Green Building

0 replies | 2705 views | Posted on: 09/03/2017 | Last updated: 05/13/2021

AJA Workshop by The Green Register: Intro to Sustainable Building Practices, March 18, 5:30 - 8:30 am EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

An Introduction to Sustainable Building Practices

This session, run by trainer Lucy Pedler, director of The Green Register, is designed to outline the basic principles of sustainable building.

W

UK Green Building

Keywords: The Green Register,Association of Jersey Architects (AJA)

0 replies | 796 views | Posted on: 03/12/2021 | Last updated: 03/12/2021

Bridge to 2030: Building Electrification Webinar, March 16, 9 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Bridge to 2030 educational series invites audiences to delve into topics integral to 2030 District progress throughout Pennsylvania, including energy, water, transportation, indoor air quality, an

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Energy,Transportation,financing,Water,Indoor Air Quality,Green Building Policies

0 replies | 1372 views | Posted on: 02/21/2021 | Last updated: 02/22/2021

The 4th Annual Energy Storage Policy Forum, Feb 14th, Washington DC

by Oyin

The Energy Storage Policy Forum continues to host the most important policy conversations that promote competitive and reliable storage across the United States. The Energy Storage Policy Forum co…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1862 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 01/08/2018

International Home + Housewares Show, Mar 10 - 13, Chicago

by Oyin

In addition to more than 2,100 exhibitors showcasing thousands of new products, the International Home + Housewares Show offers visitors education and insight into business practices and trends that a…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 734 views | Posted on: 10/23/2017 | Last updated: 10/23/2017

Business for the Greatest Good: SVN's 30th Anniversary Conference & Gala, Dec 7 - 9, CA

by Oyin

For 30 years, high-impact business leaders, social entrepreneurs, and impact investors have convened at SVN conferences to have authentic conversations with values-aligned peers. SVN's unique conferen…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1216 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

International Conference on Clean Energy for the World's Electricity Grids Nov 20-22, Geneva, Switzerland

by Oyin

United Scientific Group, USA, in collaboration with Fusion Advocates, Geneva, Switzerland is organizing the first International Conference on Clean Energy for the World's Electricity Grids (CEWEG-2017…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 720 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

Solar Power Texas, June 5-6, Austin, TX

by Oyin

Several hundred attendees from all cross-sections of the industry convened in San Antonio, June 2016, for the inaugural event, Solar Power Southwest. The program centered around trends and policies th…

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1397 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

2017 Local Energy Solutions Conference, October 28th, Concord, New Hampshire

by Oyin

The Local Energy Solutions (LES) Conference is held annually in the fall and is co-coordinated by NHSEA and the Local Energy Solutions Workgroup. The conference brings together: ​​ State and reg…

Filed under: Events

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 1058 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017

Webinar - Biomimicry - Leveraging Nature's Genius in Design, Thursday October 12, 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EDT

by Oyin

In this one hour presentation, we will explore biomimicry and how various industries have used it for innovative solutions. Course participants will learn strategies to incorporate biomimicry thin…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2400 views | Posted on: 10/06/2017 | Last updated: 10/06/2017

Greenbuild India Expo Bombay Exhibition Center (NESCO) Mumbai, India, Nov. 2-5

by Oyin

Greenbuild India is presented by U.S. Green Building Council and ABEC Exhibitions & Conferences PVT. LTD, with support from its 2017 media partners and company sponsors. In addition to the pre-con…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 1933 views | Posted on: 09/25/2017 | Last updated: 09/25/2017

Scottsdale Green Building Lecture Series: October 5, 7 -8:30 p.m: The Economic Value of Green Building and Energy Efficiency

by Oyin

Scottsdale launches a new green building lecture series featuring local speakers and experts to discuss timely topics and issues involving the future of rooftop solar, green home renovations, toxicity…

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 642 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

 

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