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Workshop: Contracts, Climate, & Compliance, September 14, 8:30-10 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join Building Energy Exchange, AIA New York, and ASHRAE New York for a BE-Ex Architect Advisory Council (AAC) workshop focusing on the legal risk and responsibility of high performance design and cons

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Filed under: Environment

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Design,Construction,High Performance,Climate,built environment,Contracts

0 replies | 1908 views | Posted on: 08/25/2021 | Last updated: 08/25/2021

ASHRAE and SCANVAC HVAC Cold Climate Conference 2023, Anchorage, Alaska, March 6-8

by Hani // Social media manager

The goal of this International conference is for Built Environment engineers, practitioners, researchers, scientists, owners and government officials working in Cold Climate regions to share recent so

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0 replies | 1328 views | Posted on: 02/04/2023 | Last updated: 02/05/2023

Free Webinar: Decarbonizing Commercial Kitchens Webinar, February 22, 12–1 pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

USGBC Central PA is hosting a webinar on induction cooking and the Cooking in Healthy Electrified Commercial Kitchens Rebate Program with speakers Chef Chris Galarza and Heidi Kunsch. Wednesday Februa

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0 replies | 1489 views | Posted on: 01/17/2023 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Build a Better House Training: Foundations Course, January 27, in Auburn, Maine, and Online

by samanthaklein // Intern

During the Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, participants will learn how to optimize energy efficiency measures as well as minimize the risk of moisture and indoor air quality problems in new and exis

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Filed under: Events

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council,Foundation

0 replies | 1250 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

Intermediate Lighting, Online Series - Mod 1: Upgrading Lighting Systems in Commercial Spaces, January 25, 5:30 pm - 8:30pm PST

by himj // Student Of Green Building

This 10-session course covers a range of intermediate-level lighting topics for optimizing energy efficiency while maintaining quality in lighting. It is held on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings from

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Women in Green: Rising Collective, December 15, 9am EST, Boston, Massachusetts

by Luqman // Marketer

In its 11th year, Women in Green provides a space for leaders who are shifting the narrative on empowerment, access, and impact. Women in Green gathers female leaders for powerful discussions and

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Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,Women in Green

0 replies | 1971 views | Posted on: 11/22/2022 | Last updated: 11/22/2022

Embodied Carbon and Materials Selection, USGBC Decarbonization Webinar Series, March 16, 12 pm PT / 12 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Embodied carbon in a building represents a 25%-28% opportunity to address CO2 emissions and will become an increasingly key component of decarbonizing buildings. Join us for a webinar on March 16th to

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California Green Building

0 replies | 1705 views | Posted on: 02/27/2022 | Last updated: 02/27/2022

2022 RESNET Conference, February 21-23

by samanthaklein // Intern

The #RESNET2022 Conference will be a two-part event: an in-person gathering that will be re-imagined, exclusive, and exciting at the Hilton in Austin, TX February 21-23, 2022, and an online

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Filed under: Energy

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Energy,networking,RESNET

0 replies | 1644 views | Posted on: 01/20/2022 | Last updated: 01/20/2022

Passive House 101: An Introduction to Passive Buildings, January 13, 3-5 PM

by Richard Minasian // Student

In this course, we will provide an overview of the Passive House building standard including certification metrics, common design elements, and net-zero potential, as well as the impacts Passive House

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Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: LEED,Passive House,built environment,Passive Building

0 replies | 2957 views | Posted on: 12/22/2021 | Last updated: 12/22/2021

Webinar: Carbon and Energy Roundtable, December 16, 9 am EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join the BE+ Carbon and Energy Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to carbon and energy in buildings.

Th

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Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Schools,built environment

0 replies | 1871 views | Posted on: 12/04/2021 | Last updated: 12/04/2021

Free Webinar: Home Electrification Series: Electric Cooking, December 21, 7 - 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In the fifth session of our Home Electrification Series, we’ll review options for electric cooking and range hoods. We’ll look at induction stoves as well as electric resistance ranges, an

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Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electrification,Studio for High Performance Design and Construction (SHPDC),Home Electrification

0 replies | 1836 views | Posted on: 11/13/2021 | Last updated: 11/13/2021

Smart City Expo Miami, a Hybrid Event in Miami and Online, December 8 - 10

by Smart Cities Americas

SMART CITY EXPO MIAMI celebrates its second annual edition in a hybrid format both live streaming and in-person at the landmark James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami. Smart City Expo Miam

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Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Smart Cities,Miami

0 replies | 3758 views | Posted on: 10/12/2021 | Last updated: 10/12/2021

Setting the Stage for Success: An Outlook on Energy Efficiency Legislation that Could Transform the Building Performance Industry, 9/16 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Thursday, September 16 at 12 p.m. ET, join BPA’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Policy, and Programs, Kara Saul Rinaldi, at this free webinar designed to explore the current state of

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Filed under: Government Policies

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,building performance,Building Performance Association (BPA)

0 replies | 1806 views | Posted on: 09/15/2021 | Last updated: 09/15/2021

How to Network at Greenbuild and Build Your Career in Sustainability, Oct 26, Boston, MA

by Oyin

Greenbuild is fast approaching - and we want to get you ready for the many networking opportunities. Join us to further our student and emerging professional volunteer recruitment plan for the road to…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 863 views | Posted on: 10/18/2017 | Last updated: 10/18/2017

Online: WNC sustainABLE: On Schools, August 17, 12-1 PM CDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

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 to change future

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Filed under: Green Schools

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability,Health,Resilience,Green Schools,Equity

0 replies | 2024 views | Posted on: 07/28/2021 | Last updated: 07/28/2021

Free Webinar: Heat Pump Palooza: A Deep Dive into Technologies & Applications, July 15, 3 pm CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join the Illinois Green Alliance for a stimulating discussion on heat pumps.  There are several types of heat pumps currently on the market and it is important to know how they are both

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Filed under: Heating, Venting and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Technology,Illinois,Heat Pump

0 replies | 2190 views | Posted on: 07/01/2021 | Last updated: 07/01/2021

Ventilation for High Performance Commercial Buildings workshop -Burlington, Massachusetts -Thursday, April 12

by AbbieKnight

Presented byVentacity SystemsParticipants will learn: • What are high performance buildings and high performance ventilation• Why efficiency matters: HRVs, ERVs, Cross-Flow, Wheels• Best practic…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Training event,Ventilation Systems

0 replies | 1743 views | Posted on: 03/14/2018 | Last updated: 03/15/2018

15th Annual Land & Water Conservation Summit, March 10, 7:45am - 4pm, Kingston, RI

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 15th Annual Land & Water Conservation Summit Working Together to Protect our Communities Join your peers from land trusts, watershed organizations, conservation commissions and other cons…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

0 replies | 1623 views | Posted on: 02/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/28/2018

GreenBiz 18 Virtual - Free Online Event! February 6 - 8

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join more than 30 presenters and thousands of sustainable business professionals for a 3-day virtual livestream. Watch nearly 30 inspiring mainstage sessions on the future of sustainable business …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Greenbiz

0 replies | 3929 views | Posted on: 02/01/2018 | Last updated: 02/01/2018

Sustainability in Packaging 2018, March 12-14, Chicago, Illinois

by Oyin

Smithers Pira is excited to announce the return of the Sustainability in Packaging Conference, featuring speakers representing the entire packaging supply chain, including many of the biggest and most…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Supply Chain,Sustainable Packaging

0 replies | 2557 views | Posted on: 11/11/2017 | Last updated: 02/07/2018

Three Day Cordwood Masonry Course at Earthwood Building School, May 25 - 27, West Chazy, New York

by Oyin

Morning sessions include cordwood theory, slide presentations, explanatory tours, and discussion of the three styles of cordwood construction: built-up corners (stackwall), roundhouses, and cordwood a…

Filed under: Education

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1994 views | Posted on: 11/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/02/2018

Sustainable Water Management Conference, March 25-28, Seattle, Washington

by Oyin

As the authoritative resource on safe water, AWWA has collected 130 years-worth of industry knowledge and experience. Besides manuals, standards and other guidance material, AWWA provides solutions f…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1668 views | Posted on: 10/31/2017 | Last updated: 10/31/2017

Renewable Energy Buyers Summit, Jan 9 - 11, Scottsdale, AZ

by Oyin

Take Your Renewable Energy Sourcing Capabilities to the Next Level An Intimate Event Format Fostering an Engaging and Productive Experience The Renewable Energy Buyers Summit is a unique invitat…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1676 views | Posted on: 10/23/2017 | Last updated: 10/23/2017

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), Jan 9 -11, Orlando, FL

by Oyin

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s premier annual event dedicated to the kitchen and bath industry. KBIS is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for 50 yea…

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 2035 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

 

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