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Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, September 28, 12 pm ET
Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept ti
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24th Annual New York State Green Building Conference, March 5-6, Syracuse, New York, NY
The 24th Annual New York State Green Building Conference will be held March 5th - March 6th, 2026, in Syracuse, NY, at the historic Marriott Syracuse Downtown.
This year, the conference revolves ar
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The International Energy Future Conference (IEFC 2026) returns as a Hybrid Energy Conference, held September 17–19, 2026 in Rome, Italy and virtually worldwide. Through the theme “Advancin
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Emu Passive House Training, Free Info Session, January 8, 3 - 4 pm MT
Are you working on a project and are wondering if Passive House is the right fit to meet your goals and your budget?
Are you looking for training and need to figure out what is the right way forwar
Free Webinar, HEMP 4 Humanity: All about the Farm to Frame Initiative, December 17, 12-1 pm ET
Join GreenHome Institute to discuss the Farm to Frame Initiative (FFI), run by Hemp for Humanity, a Michigan-based nonprofit focused on providing affordable, high-performing, and sustainable hous
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Residential HVAC System Performance Certification Program, December 9-10, Tulare, California
In this two-day certification course, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction.
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Accredited Green Appraiser Training, Bay Area, November 19, San Rafael, California
This training will teach real estate professionals about the principles and practices that distinguish green buildings from traditional buildings, methods for appraising high-performance homes, and ap
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Match Made in HVAC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, October 20, 3 – 5 pm ET
In Match Made in HVAC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, you will learn the first steps in transitioning from fossil-fueled heating and cooling systems to heat pumps for energy-effi
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BEC-National Symposium on Building Science and Enclosure Technology, September 25, Chicago, Illinois
BEC's National Symposium on Building Science and Enclosure Technology, a full-day event bringing together architects, engineers, contractors, researchers, and manufacturers for an in-depth look at
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Fueling the Future: Scaling Clean Cooking Solutions for Africa, September 22, Flushing, New York, NY
More than 90% of the population in Tanzania use wood or charcoal as their main source of energy for domestic use. In rural areas, this percentage is even higher with almost all households using open f
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Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, December 8, Greenwich, CT
Crushing the Code New York State: Commercial is a course that prepares building and design professionals in New York State to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 ECCCNYS and design
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Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, Online, November 29
Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is a course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy-efficie
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WELL Workshop: Decarbonizing the Planet through People, November 2, 12 - 4:30 pm, Chicago, Illinois
What is the WELL Building Standard and how can it work towards nurturing health and well-being through sustainability?
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) recognizes that human health
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USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee Meeting, July 09, Boston, MA, 6-8 pm
The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the Commonwealth by championing green building practices in our communities. Join on the second Monday of each mon…
Getting to Zero — Illinois Summit, Chicago, IL, October 6
It’s time to make net zero buildings feasible, affordable, and so commonplace that every building in Illinois by 2050 is net zero. To help advance Illinois toward this goal, we are bri
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Virtual WELL Performance Testing Agent Training, October 11, 12 and 13, 8 pm ET
This training will grow the network of qualified, independent agents who conduct on-site performance tests for projects pursuing WELL Certification.
This learning experience is ideal for independen
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Somerville Climate Forward Plan Release Celebration at GreentownLabs, Nov 28, Somerville, MA
Join Mayor A. Curtatone and the Somerville Office of Sustainability and Environment at Greentown Labs to celebrate the release of Somerville's community climate change plan, Somervi
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Farmers for America, Film Screening, Nov 1, 6-8 pm (with dinner!), Farmers Market, LA
Come join UCLA Farmers Market to watch Farmers for America! **Dinner will be provided!**
This documentary showcases the importance of farmers and farming in America as we move into the future. Most
Annual Sustainable Roundtable - USGBC Wisconsin, October 25, 5-8 pm, Madison
Join the US Green Building Council's (USGBC) Wisconsin community for our third annual Sustainability Roundtable event on Oct. 25. This is your opportunity to network and gain career insight with s
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Power & Renewables Summit 2018, November 13-14, Austin, TX
Power & Renewables Summit 2018 will gather industry views on how renewable integration, decarbonization, sector electrification and the growing need for increased capacity and flexibility are impa
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EuroSciCon welcomes you to attend the 7th Edition of International Conference on Green Energy, Green Engineering, and Technology during September 20-21, 2018 at Berlin, Germany. We cordially invite al…
USGBC Detroit General Circle Meeting- September 10th
If you are interested in getting involved with the USGBC Detroit Region and helping to make an impact in the local community then please join for an active discussion.
Greenbuild: Building Tours, November 13, Chicago, IL
Green Building Tours are one of Greenbuild's most popular and exciting features, providing the opportunity to explore green buildings ranging from higher education facilities to sports venues. In 2…
Open to the public + to qualifying grantees: *Employees of NJ businesses may qualify to take this course fully-funded. Interested companies should contact Mary Ellen Garrigus at [email protected]…
Sustainable Florida Forum, July 19th, Orlando, Florida
This dynamic one-day event, designed exclusively for sustainability professionals will include: Hot Topic - Plastic Waste & Marine Debris-- What is the scope of the problem? What are the solutions…
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