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Free CE Webinar: Vapor Barriers: Do We Really Need Them? June 2, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this course we will look at the difference between a vapor barrier and air barriers. What climate zones need a vapor barrier? How do we eliminate the need for a vapor barrier with still b

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Filed under: Vapor Barriers

Keywords: Insulation,Air Barrier,Vapor Barriers

0 replies | 2083 views | Posted on: 05/08/2021 | Last updated: 05/08/2021

15th Annual P3C Conference & Expo 2027, March 15–17, Dallas, Texas

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The P3C Conference is the annual gathering of the public and private sectors, bringing together the leaders, partners, and decision-makers advancing alternative project delivery and public-private par

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Texas Green Building

0 replies | 117 views | Posted on: 10/26/2026 | Last updated: 10/26/2026

Bihar Energy Expo 2026, December 11 - 12, Bihar, India

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The Bihar Energy Expo 2026 will bring together key stakeholders from across the energy ecosystem to drive collaboration, showcase investment opportunities, and explore solutions for the state’s

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India Green Building

0 replies | 292 views | Posted on: 10/14/2026 | Last updated: 10/14/2026

Free Webinar: Why Select a Green Realtor? With Jan Green, Hosted by GreenHome Institute, October 14, 12 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

There is a vast difference in experience between a real estate agent/Realtor and one educated in sustainability, energy efficiency, and building science. Finding the right Realtor and understanding th

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Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 693 views | Posted on: 09/24/2026 | Last updated: 09/26/2026

2026 Getting to Zero Tech Forum, September 23, Chicago, Illinois

by Srushti // Social Media Executive

Join Illinois Green Alliance for its annual Getting to Zero Tech Forum. This unique event format will feature a collection of five-minute, fast-paced presentations by a divers

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Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 592 views | Posted on: 08/29/2026 | Last updated: 08/31/2026

RE+ 26, November 16-19, Las Vegas, Nevada

by Srushti // Social Media Executive

RE+ brings the modern energy industry together to meet the power demands of the future. What began as Solar Power International (SPI) has evolved into RE+, uniting an extensive alliance of renewa

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0 replies | 1004 views | Posted on: 07/24/2026 | Last updated: 09/28/2026

NESEA Green Building Pro Tour: Multi-Phase Passive House Development in NY Capital District, Under Construction, October 2, Amsterdam, New York

by Srushti // Social Media Executive

NESEA returns to New York’s Capital District for a Pro Tour of a new, 3-phase Passive House development project. When complete, this development will total over 200,000 square feet and provide a

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New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 658 views | Posted on: 07/13/2026 | Last updated: 07/30/2026

International Passive House Open Days, November 5-7

by samanthaklein // Intern

The International Passive House Open Days are a great opportunity to learn about Passive House and energy efficient buildings. Get in contact with current owners and learn first-hand what it

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Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Passive House,Technology

0 replies | 2736 views | Posted on: 10/15/2021 | Last updated: 10/15/2021

AIA Connecticut Conference and Expo 2021, October 18-19

by samanthaklein // Intern

The 2021 Connecticut Architecture Conference + Expo (CACX '21) is the largest premier educational event for architects in the state of Connecticut.

This year’s conference offers attendees

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Filed under: Architects

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Architecture,Education,Connecticut,Professionals,Network

0 replies | 2326 views | Posted on: 09/27/2021 | Last updated: 09/27/2021

Webinar: GreenPoint Rated New Home, September 29-30, 8 am PST / 11 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Overview

This 8-hour course covers the policies, processes and program requirements unique to the New Home rating system. It addresses current trends in new construction and illustrates the role of

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Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Water Conservation,Ventilation,Building Envelope

0 replies | 1836 views | Posted on: 09/03/2021 | Last updated: 09/03/2021

Hybrid Conference: ASES Solar 2021: Empowering a Sustainable Future, August 3 - 6

by SarahA

ASES SOLAR 2021 is the American Solar Energy Society’s 50th annual National Solar Conference and will be our first ever hybrid conference, with the options to attend in person or online. The hyb

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All-Electric Homes: Benefits for Builders, Free Webinar, June 24, 11 am PT, 2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

How all-electric homes benefit California home builders and answers to common misconceptions about electrification.

California's building code is moving to electrify new construction of all typ

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Filed under: Energy

California Green Building

Keywords: Decarbonization,Electrification,Home Builders,Home Building

0 replies | 1535 views | Posted on: 06/19/2021 | Last updated: 06/19/2021

Building Energy Compliance Seminar: Introduction to NYC Local Laws, Online, June 11, 9:30 am -12:30 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This three hour seminar is for building owners and managers on energy-related local laws impacting a majority of NYC’s larger buildings.

This seminar is presented by the NYC Sustainabili

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New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1064 views | Posted on: 06/04/2021 | Last updated: 06/04/2021

CITY HABITATS: CITY-SCALE GREEN INFRASTRUCTURE AT WORK by International Living Future Institute OCT 5, Webinar

by Oyin

This webinar will highlight stories from City Habitats, a regional collaborative formed to use nature to help address the challenges of water and air quality while supporting thriving communities. Rep…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 743 views | Posted on: 09/28/2017 | Last updated: 09/28/2017

Radio BE-Ex: Building Retrofits as Climate Action with Carl Elefante, May 20, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join this podcast for the next episode of Radio BE-Ex, where Architect Carl Elefante, FAIA, FAPT, LEED AP, highlights AIA’s commitment to climate action and the central impor

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Filed under: Builders/Contractors

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Architecture,green retrofit,Climate Action

0 replies | 3602 views | Posted on: 04/25/2021 | Last updated: 04/25/2021

Webinar: The Carbon Roundtable - Are You Considering Net Zero? April 22, 7 am EDT / 12 pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Becoming a carbon neutral business can feel like a bit of a minefield, no matter how new or far you are through the journey.

Whenever we talk about carbon at our events, our attendees have a lot of

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Filed under: Energy

UK Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Earth Day,Economy,Carbon,future,Net zero

0 replies | 1876 views | Posted on: 04/10/2021 | Last updated: 04/10/2021

3rd Clean Energy Finance Europe 2018, 21-22 March, Frankfurt, Germany ( venue will be confirmed approximately 4-6 weeks before the event)

by Oyin

The conference will look at the global and European clean energy finance markets, as well the main drivers amongst end-products. The event will also take an in-depth look into trends & innovation a…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1456 views | Posted on: 11/02/2017 | Last updated: 11/02/2017

3rd Solar India Expo 2018, May 23 - 25, New Delhi, India

by Oyin

Exhibitions India Group is organising the 3rd edition of Solar India 2018 expo which will be held at Pragati Maidan, New Delhi from 23-25 May 2018. The theme of the exhibition and conference is �…

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India Green Building

0 replies | 1846 views | Posted on: 10/28/2017 | Last updated: 10/28/2017

Sustainability Job Opportunity: Full-Time Media Coordinator, The Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) - Montana

by Oyin

The Western Organization of Resource Councils (WORC) is seeking a Media Coordinator who is experienced, capable, energetic, well-organized, a strategic thinker, and driven by a vision of a better worl…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 874 views | Posted on: 10/25/2017 | Last updated: 10/31/2017

Solid Waste Conference, 2018 SWANA Wastecon, August 20 - 23, Nashville, TN

by Oyin

Wastecon 2018: Featuring the Best in Solid Waste The World Congress is the biggest annual event organized by the Solid Waste Association of North America (SWANA). WASTECON 2018 will connect leadi…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 2062 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 04/17/2018

Talk Data to Me: Measuring Atlanta's Clean Energy, Nov 16, Atlanta, Georgia

by Oyin

USGBC Georgia In May 2016, Atlanta became a member of 100 Resilient Cities pioneered by the Rockefeller Foundation and released the Resilient Atlanta strategy on Oct 17th. Earlier this year, th…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1023 views | Posted on: 10/19/2017 | Last updated: 10/19/2017

Presinar: Intro to the LEED Vol Proc. & Corp. Social Respons. Reporting by USGBC Massachusetts, Dec 20, Boston

by Oyin

This event is every third Wednesday of the month at our 2017 USGBC MA Chapter Presinar series to learn more about innovative approaches to sustainable design and construction of buildings and neighbor…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1476 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

2018 Midwest Energy Solutions conference, February 7 - 9, Chicago, IL

by Oyin

MEEA's annual Midwest Energy Solutions Conference is the region's biggest and best EE event, bringing together more than 650 energy professionals to build relationships, swap innovative ideas and expl…

Filed under: Events

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1568 views | Posted on: 10/14/2017 | Last updated: 10/14/2017

USGBC West Michigan Annual Meeting and Fundraising Party, November 9th, 5:3pm, Grand Rapids

by Oyin

The “Masquerade at the Mansion” will take place at the Paddock Place (Formerly Mangiamo!) in the Library. Entertainment will feature a live murder mystery show with party guests as suspects. Dr…

Filed under: Fundraising

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1272 views | Posted on: 10/09/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

New England Women in Energy and the Environment Annual Meeting and Fall Fête, November 8, Boston

by Oyin

NEWIEE aims to harness the passion, intelligence and leadership experience of women to promote and encourage public interest in the energy and environmental sectors. It is the goal of NEWIEE to foster…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1685 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/05/2017

 

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