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Build A Better House Series: Renovations, Presented by Maine Indoor Air Quality Control Council, March 2 - 3

by SarahA

About the Program:  This session focuses on practical short and long-term strategies to both maximize current and future energy efficiency and minimize IAQ problems when undertaking common reside

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Deep Energy Retrofit,Weatherization,Lead Paint,Radon,Renovations,Residential

0 replies | 1884 views | Posted on: 01/20/2021 | Last updated: 01/20/2021

Free Webinar: Assembling the Zero-Carbon Home, January 25, 9am-12pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Zero-carbon homes are on the fast track to mitigate climate change. Using less energy for space conditioning and hot water production throughout the year than conventional duel-fuel systems, zero-carb

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 1437 views | Posted on: 12/07/2023 | Last updated: 12/07/2023

USGBC-LA's 19th Annual Green Gala and Sustainable Innovation Awards!, December 7, 6-10pm, Los Angeles

by Hani // Social media manager

Transport yourself to the enchanting realm of the Secret Garden and immerse yourself in a truly exquisite evening!

USGBC-LA extend a warm invitation to you to join them in celebrating the 19th Annu

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1679 views | Posted on: 11/22/2023 | Last updated: 11/22/2023

Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101, Free and Online, December 5, 12-2 pm ET

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

Course overview

For many building professionals, understanding the energy code can feel overly complicated. Luckily, Urban Green is here to help! Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101 pr

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: AIA credits,CEUs,International Code Council (ICC),PDH

0 replies | 1065 views | Posted on: 11/08/2023 | Last updated: 11/09/2023

Free Webinar: Implementing & Maintaining Energy Management Systems Using 5001 Ready to Achieve Decarbonization Goals, November 14, 11 am ET

by Hani // Social media manager

The 50001 Ready Program and 50001 Ready Navigator tool are designed to help organizations combine energy efficiency and decarbonization activities into one systematic, continuous improvement process.

0 replies | 858 views | Posted on: 10/27/2023 | Last updated: 10/27/2023

PhiusCon 2023, November 7 - 10, Houston, Texas

by Hani // Social media manager

PhiusCon is North America’s leading passive building conference for zero energy design and construction, climate solutions, and building science expertise. Each year, PhiusCon attracts hundreds

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1047 views | Posted on: 10/10/2023 | Last updated: 10/11/2023

IAQ & Energy 2023, October 30, Portland, Maine

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

At IAQ & Energy 2023 brings together all the components to design, construct, operate and repair healthy, environmentally-sustainable indoor spaces. This event includes:

  • Ed

0 replies | 681 views | Posted on: 09/25/2023 | Last updated: 09/25/2023

Smart Data Summit for Energy Optimization, October 3-4, Oxon Hill, Maryland

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Smart Data for Energy Optimizationis designed as a senior level educational and networking summit and a highly interactive forum that provides an interchange of in depth knowledge and s

0 replies | 1203 views | Posted on: 09/11/2023 | Last updated: 09/11/2023

Free Webinar: All-Electric Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU’s) for Designers and Building Owners, September 19, 10am-12pm

by Hani // Social media manager

All-electric homes are becoming more and more common in California. Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) are also becoming a common way to house people in California. This session offers a unique opportuni

California Green Building

0 replies | 1230 views | Posted on: 08/22/2023 | Last updated: 08/22/2023

Green and Healthy Maine Homes - Home Energy Chats, Online: The Value of Green Home Improvements, March 30, 6pm EST

by Ashley Freeman

 

Join us for the first episode of our Home + Energy Chats webinar series, The Value of Green Home Improvements!

This online webinar will present the many ways to improve the health and eff

Filed under: Maine

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Green Building,Real Estate,Solar Energy,Insulation,Electric Vehicles,air sealing,Heat Pump,maine

0 replies | 1398 views | Posted on: 03/23/2021 | Last updated: 03/23/2021

Free Webinar: Entrance Matting CPD, April 22, 10 am BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

During this 1 hour webinar, you will learn about the functions and applications of the various types of entrance matting, fire safety standards, how sustainable entrance matting can contribute towards

Filed under: Flooring

Keywords: Design,Fire Safety,Construction,CPD,entrance matting

0 replies | 1827 views | Posted on: 03/13/2021 | Last updated: 03/13/2021

Free Webinar: RIBA Gulf Chapter's Sustainable Development Series: Route to Net Zero - Gulf Regional Case Studies, March 17, 1 pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will showcase regional projects in the Gulf that are using sustainable design strategies to help address the climate emergency, with projects including the Bee’ah Headquarters by&nb

Filed under: Development

Keywords: Sustainable Architecture,Urban Development,Net zero

0 replies | 2076 views | Posted on: 02/23/2021 | Last updated: 03/01/2021

Webinar: Climate Mobilization Act Primer, Presented by BEExNY March 16, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Get informed on New York City climate legislation and its impact on buildings. Register now for the Climate Mobilization Act Primer, a one-hour seminar examining the basic principles of the Clima

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Initiatives,Policy,Government Policy,Climate Mobilization Act

0 replies | 1720 views | Posted on: 02/03/2021 | Last updated: 02/04/2021

Eco Friendly Hand Drying Strategies June 29th 12pm-1pm EST

by Matt Z. // Student

In this one hour course, the design professional will consider hand drying strategies used in various types of restrooms including schools, restaurants, stadiums, and more. We will assess multiple str…

Filed under: Green Facilities

Keywords: Cost Effeciency,Environmental Impact

0 replies | 2052 views | Posted on: 06/02/2017 | Last updated: 06/02/2017

Webinar: Massachusetts Environmental and Energy Agenda for 2021, January 20, 4 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This EBC Leadership webinar will feature Kathleen Theoharides, Secretary of the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs (EOEEA) for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts.

For her keyn

Filed under: Government Policies

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Government,Policy,Environmental Activism

0 replies | 1539 views | Posted on: 12/20/2020 | Last updated: 12/20/2020

EBC Leadership - Virtual Update from the MassDEP Headquarters Leadership Team, January 7, 9 am -12 pm

by Richard Minasian // Student

This annual EBC program will feature the leadership team from the headquarters of the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP). The webinar will provide EBC members, municipal of

Filed under: Environment

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Change,Environmental Actvitism,Sustainability,MassDEP,Climate Solutions,EBC

0 replies | 1711 views | Posted on: 12/11/2020 | Last updated: 12/29/2020

Online Panel: Green Schools Panel: Building Collaborative Community Partnerships, December 10, 3-4:30 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Learn from six green school experts in Florida about how to build collaborative community partnerships that support green learning

About this Event

Join us for a virtual learn green panel discus

Filed under: Green Schools

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Schools,Schools

0 replies | 1105 views | Posted on: 12/01/2020 | Last updated: 12/01/2020

Bloomberg's 3rd annual Sustainable Business Summit, New York, October 12: 1:00 – 6:00 PM

by Oyin

Bloomberg's 3rd annual Sustainable Business Summit takes a forward-oriented look at how companies are innovating in their sustainable business models and adopting practices that prioritize sustainable…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1406 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

Careers in Sustainability Panel, September 19 - USGBC Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Careers in Sustainability Panel by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter Interested in a career related to sustainability? On September 19th, Northeastern University’s Energy Systems Society, in collab…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1083 views | Posted on: 09/10/2017 | Last updated: 09/11/2017

Catalysts of the Climate Economy - National Innovation Summit - September 6-8, Burlington, Vermont

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Innovators are powering economic success by solving the challenges presented by climate change. Catalysts of the Climate Economy is a 3-day National Innovation Summit to bring together entrepreneurs, …

Filed under: Vermont

0 replies | 872 views | Posted on: 08/14/2017 | Last updated: 08/15/2017

Webinar: Solar and Environmental Justice – Putting Frontline Communities First, July 26, 11 am PST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Renewable energy can help drive environmental benefits and economic growth for communities most impacted by climate change, pollution and underemployment. How can the solar industry work within a soci…

Filed under: Webinars

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Environmental Justice

0 replies | 1266 views | Posted on: 07/25/2017 | Last updated: 07/25/2017

What's LED Lighting Without Controls? Webinar July 20

by AbbieKnight

It's not just about how to pick the right LED lights or retrofit kits, you need to look past that and see the big picture. And what is the big picture? It's answering the questions like; how will you …

Filed under: Webinars

Related to: Timber

Keywords: LED Lighting

0 replies | 1454 views | Posted on: 07/17/2017 | Last updated: 07/17/2017

Solar for the Farm Power Hour- Solarize MCGC, July 10

by AbbieKnight

The Solarize Madison County / Glen Carbon initiative is providing an easy and affordable path to solar ownership for homes and businesses located all throughout Madison County, Illinois. Free communit…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy

0 replies | 891 views | Posted on: 07/05/2017 | Last updated: 07/05/2017

Free Rooftop Solar Workshop, July 8, Houston

by AbbieKnight

Learn how to save money on a solar system by participating in our group purchase program. Ask your solar system installation and equipment questions of a veteran Houston area solar installer. …

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Solar Roof

0 replies | 1133 views | Posted on: 06/27/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

11th Annual San Diego Green Building Council Summer Social June 21st 5:30pm

by Matt Z. // Student

COME AND CELEBRATE THE START OF SUMMER AND SAN DIEGO'S GREEN BUILDING AND SUSTAINABILITY COMMUNITY WITH LIVE MUSIC, DELICIOUS HORS D'OEUVRES AND LOCAL DRINKS! For the second year in a row, we will …

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 870 views | Posted on: 06/14/2017 | Last updated: 06/14/2017

 

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