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Blueprint Webinar Series: The Evolution of Sustainability Programs, April 23, 12 - 1 pm EDT
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
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Free PG&E Webinar, Introduction to the Passive House Standard. February 15, 9am-1pm PST
The Introduction to the Passive House Standard guides participants through the principles and economics of the Passive House Standard with an in-depth look at enclosure insulation & thermal bridgi
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Crushing the Code, New York City, Commercial, Online, January 31
Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is an online course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy
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Join UKGBC for an interactive workshop exploring the Net Zero Whole Life Carbon Roadmap Stakeholder Action Plans, to better understand how to implement the key immediate actions recomme
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Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum, December 7, 4-6 pm, Detroit
Join us for USGBC Detroit Region's 2022 Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum. This in-person event will feature a panel discussion with female industry leaders as well as interactive
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November 11: Climate Urbanism - Strategies for Just Transitions, November 11, 9:30 EST
Urban Studies Foundation (USF) in recent years. The talks will showcase five short interventions that cover several of this year's COP26 Presidency campaigns, with a key focus on Cities
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Whole House Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERVs) Explained, by Panasonic
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
Greentown Labs Climatetech Career Fair, Online, September 16, 5:30 pm EDT
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
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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
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Greenbuild International Conference & Expo, In Person and Online, September 21-23, San Diego, CA
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
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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
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Virtual Event: Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo, May 21-22
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
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Virtual Passive House Training Workshops: HVAC and Plumbing Trades, April 9, 9am - 12pm EST
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
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Boston Medical Center Rooftop Farm Tour - USGBC MA
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 …
EcoDistricts Incubator, May 9 - 11, Portland, OR
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 …
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…
Cleantech Forum, January 22-24, San Francisco
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 …
Passive House Consultants Training Program (online and in person), Nov 27 - Dec 1, Burlington, VT
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…
USGBC Maryland Wintergreen Awards Celebration, Jan 25, Maryland
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…
LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Dec 21, Boston
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…
California Solar Power Expo, March 27-28, San Diego, CA
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…
Enhancing the Resilience of Seniors in Your Community, Webinar, October 18, 12:00 PM - 1:15 PM EDT
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 …
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…
MIT Energy Night - October 13, 6:30-9:30, Cambridge
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…
USGBC South Florida, GalaVerde, Saturday, October 15, 6-10 pm, Davie Florida
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 …
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