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Passive House 201 Event: Technical Aspects of Design & Construction, August 16, 3 PM
This session will take a deeper look into common design & construction strategies for achieving the Passive House standard.
Concepts will include building envelope & insulation, air tightne
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Strategic Decarbonization Planning: RED Framework and Technical Solutions, May 13, New York, NY
NYSERDA and Building Energy Exchange, in collaboration with RMI and Ember Strategies, are excited to offer a comprehensive three-part Strategic Decarbonization Planning training series designed to hel
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Free Webinar: Practical Ways to Address Embodied Carbon, May 1, 9:30 - 11 am PT
Embodied Carbon, the term that identifies the collective impacts of extracting, manufacturing and transporting building materials, is appearing on everything from requests for proposals to the next ro
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Green Building Connections: GBI's Speed Networking, a Free Online Event, March 25, 3-4 pm ET
Join the Green Building Initiative on Tuesday, March 25 from 3-4 pm EDT for a virtual speed networking event designed to bring the GBI community together for meaningful connections.
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Join this event for a conversation with Victoria Caubet, an architect specializing in heritage conservation and sustainable construction, as she shares her expertise in rebuilding war-damaged inf
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In Match Made in HVAC - Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, you will learn about the first steps in transitioning from fossil-fueled heating and cooling systems to heat pumps.
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Schools & The Passive House Standard, Online, January 23, 1-3 pm ET
This course will introduce Passive House principles and processes in the context of school design and construction. It will elaborate on issues typical to schools: mixed uses, varied use patterns, com
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High-Performance Building for Carpenters, February 6, 1 - 6 pm, Waltham, Massachusetts
This in-person training teaches carpenters how to apply fundamental building skills to high-performance construction projects. Topics focus on the four layers of a high-performance house: water, air,
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It took a global pandemic to influence our opinions on the importance of health and wellness in our spaces. Most homeowners now insist on this, and it comes in a variety of forms, including improved a
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Sustainable Investment Forum North America 2022, NYC, September 22
The Forum will bring engaged institutional investors, fund managers, and highly recognized organisations to discuss ESG strategies and developments in sustainable finance, that balance sustainabl
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This virtual, full day event is free to all architects, builders, general contractors and anyone who wants to learn more about zero energy commercial buildings.
This year's conference includes&
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BE+ Bike Tour 2022, Boston, MA, September 17
This year, the group will be touring from South Boston to the Seaport, following the coastline to explore the area’s emerging environmental design, development, and ecological significance. Coas
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We are delighted to extend you a warm invitation to join our one of the most prestigious conferences on “3rd Edition of International Conference on Green Chemistry and Renewable Energy” (G
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Green Finance: How to Take Advantage of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Green Lending Programs
The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) gives green builders a financial advantage through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are United States government-sponsored enterprise (G…
As we build back from the COVID-19 Pandemic, we can reimagine our communities as places where health and well being are at the forefront of design, planning and investment. The 9th Annual Grey to
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Better Buildings, Better Plants 2022 Summit, May 17-19
The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit is May 17-19, 2022 at the DoubleTree Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. This summit will provide opport
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Free Webinar: The Switch Is On: Electrify California! April 28, 5:30 pm PST
Did you know that over 90% of the gas that's used in buildings is methane?
Most homes in California burn natural gas or propane for space heating, water heating, and cooking. These gases&m
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New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE) is pleased to announce its fourth annual “Women Shaping the Agenda” series titled “New England’s Climate Readiness: Diverse Voices on A…
2018 Environmental and Sustainability Summit, August 20 - 22, Prescott, AZ
A three day summit that discusses how the Arizona Chamber of Commerce can help contribute to a more sustainable Arizona. The Arizona Chamber of Commerce and Industry believes that to maintain a strong…
7th Annual Green Building Expo and Ed, October 18, NY
Join us for the educational, informational event showcasing green building products and services. Networking. Learning. Seeing green products and services. Expanded Education Sessions to be Annou…
3-Day GRIHA V 2015 Training Program, Aug 29 - 31, Jaipur, India
A three-day training workshop is being organized by GRIHA Council in association with TERI from August 29-31, 2018 in Jaipur. The workshop aims at enhancing the knowledge on green buildings and GRIHA …
Developers Urged to Go Green in Cebu, Phillipines
Going green in construction and facilities is not just about good looks and savings on utility bills, but more and also about the building resilience, health, and well-being of every single person. Ho…
Renewable Energy Expo 2018, August 2 - 4, Yangon, Myanmar
RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO MYANMAR 2018 is the only specialized Renewable Energy technology and equipment event that brings together an international congregation of Government and private renewable energy…
Rental Effect Study: Which Green Office Building Features Do Tenants Pay For?
A 2017 study shows that green features such as natural light, efficient HVAC, water conservation, public transit, an electric car charging station, an onsite fitness facility, and access to services w
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The United States Postal Service (USPS) is looking for renewable energy generation project in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. "The United States Postal Service ... requ…
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