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Garage Fire Safety & Indoor Air Quality Issues

by Rate It Green Team


 

Attached garages sure offer comfort and convenience, allowing occupants to move from vehicles into the built environment without risking expose to the elements. In this "Fresh Air Fri


Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Fire Safety,HVAC,Indoor Air Quality,IAQ,Ventilation,Garage,Garages

0 replies | 7746 views | Posted on: 10/21/2021 | Last updated: 02/07/2022

The Buildings Show, November 29-December 1, Toronto, Canada

by samanthaklein // Intern

The built environment is rapidly evolving. The Buildings Show takes you to the forefront of these changes and keeps attendees competitive with best-in-class continuing education opportunities. Fe

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Architecture,Healthy Housing,Design,Energy Efficiency,Construction,Social Networking,Carbon Reduction,Technology,Communication

0 replies | 1000 views | Posted on: 11/08/2023 | Last updated: 11/08/2023

Free Webinar: Mastering the Maze of Lighting Specifications, November 28, 9-11am

by Hani // Social media manager

With so many different types of systems and requirements, how do you get what you really want from lighting controls? Lighting experts Shoshanna Segal and Carol Jones explain how designers and archite

California Green Building

0 replies | 1145 views | Posted on: 10/24/2023 | Last updated: 10/24/2023

Free Webinar: Introduction to Passive House Trades, November 1, 9am-1pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Presented by The Passive House Network, the Introduction to Passive House Trades course will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House (PH) basics, review typical construction types, windows a

California Green Building

0 replies | 820 views | Posted on: 10/06/2023 | Last updated: 10/06/2023

Electricity Transformation, Canada, October 23-25, Calgary, Alberta

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Canada is transforming its electricity system.

Electricity Transformation Canada will bring together energy professionals from converging sectors — wind energy, solar energy, and energy

0 replies | 629 views | Posted on: 09/22/2023 | Last updated: 09/22/2023

Plant Talk: Your Landscape Questions Answered, A Free Webinar, September 27, 11:30am - 1pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Do you have a burning question you’ve always wanted to ask a landscape design or maintenance expert? Do you have a question about a specific plant or landscape challenge where nothing seems to w

California Green Building

0 replies | 664 views | Posted on: 09/06/2023 | Last updated: 09/06/2023

Lighting Fundamentals, Parts I, II and III, Free and Online, September 12, 13, and 14, 9 - 11:30 am PST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This 3-class series provides a basic overview of fundamental lighting topics, including lighting terminology, vision, light and color theory, electric light sources, fixtures, controls, as well as int

California Green Building

0 replies | 1201 views | Posted on: 08/17/2023 | Last updated: 08/17/2023

Green Building Home Tour: Dream Meadows, August 22, 4:30-5:30 pm, Springfield, Missouri (free)

by Hani // Social media manager

Join us for a tour of Dream Meadows, a green home in Springfield, MO and learn about the green features the owners have incorporated over the past 23 years.

Hosts
Ozark Branch of Missouri Gateway

Missouri Green Building

0 replies | 720 views | Posted on: 07/29/2023 | Last updated: 07/29/2023

ASES Solar Conference 2023: Transforming the Energy Landscape for All, August 8-11, Boulder, Colorado

by Hani // Social media manager

The National Solar Conference is America’s leading conference on the emerging trends, technology, and opportunities shaping the new energy economy.

The American Solar Energy Society’s c

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 866 views | Posted on: 07/08/2023 | Last updated: 07/08/2023

Free Webinar: How to Appraise High-Performing Homes - And Why They Can Sell for More, July 19, 11:30am-12:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This webinar will review a study of Pearl Certified homes that are marketed effectively by listing agents see an average 5.15% premium. This study provides a resource for stakeholders in the high

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 843 views | Posted on: 06/21/2023 | Last updated: 06/21/2023

Building Education Series 2022 - Accelerating Decarbonization, January 20, 8-10 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

What can large corporations and industry do to accelerate decarbonization? We will get owners' perspectives on green building, sustainability and reaching net zero energy use. We'll learn how

Filed under: Environment

Keywords: Climate Change,Environment,Sustainability,Carbon,Decarbonization

0 replies | 1220 views | Posted on: 12/15/2021 | Last updated: 12/16/2021

Free Webinar Hosted by Illinois Solar Energy Association: Powering Your Home with Solar Energy, December 16, 5:30 pm CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Find out how you can shine with solar energy, even if you do not always get direct sunlight. In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Energy Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn:

  • How so

Filed under: Energy

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy,Illinois,Residential Energy Services

0 replies | 1387 views | Posted on: 11/29/2021 | Last updated: 11/29/2021

CGBG with B.PUBLIC Pre-Fab Passive House Presentation, November 18, 5 - 6:30-pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This is an in-person presentation followed by networking and refreshments, organized by Colorado Green Building Guild.

Join Colorado Green Building Guild for an evening with B.PUBLIC PREFAB co

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Passive House,B.Public,Pre-Fab

0 replies | 1428 views | Posted on: 11/12/2021 | Last updated: 11/12/2021

The International National Woodworking Fair 2018, August 22-25, Atlanta, Georgia

by Oyin

The International National Woodworking Fair 2018 will be one of the top woodworking trade shows in the world for the furniture manufacturing, architectural woodwork, custom and general woodworking ind…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1280 views | Posted on: 10/23/2017 | Last updated: 10/23/2017

Building Energy Exchange Webinar: Climate Mobilization Act Primer, October 21, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

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

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,New York,BuildingEnergy NYC,Climate Mobilization Act

0 replies | 1971 views | Posted on: 10/05/2021 | Last updated: 10/05/2021

Upper Midwest Home Performance Regional Conference & Trade Show, October 11-12

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join this conference live and in-person in Minneapolis, MN, October 11-12, 2021. Stay up to date on industry trends and challenges, as well as region-specific content that reflects the climate, housin

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Home Performance,building performance,Midwest,comfort

0 replies | 1195 views | Posted on: 09/07/2021 | Last updated: 09/08/2021

NZ21, Net Zero Conference, September 13 - 16, Online and in Los Angeles, California

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

With the release of the latest UN Intergovernmental Panel on Climate Change (IPCC) report, policymakers, business leaders, designers, and everyday people are realizing how dire our situation has becom

California Green Building

Keywords: Net zero,NZ21

0 replies | 1721 views | Posted on: 08/23/2021 | Last updated: 08/23/2021

Webinar: 3rd Annual EcoBuilding Multifamily Forum, August 19, 5 pm EDT / 2 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

The first panel discussion will be focused on multifamily housing affordability. This has been a growing area of challenge for many residents, owners, managers, builders, and communities in the N

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Multifamily,Community

0 replies | 1650 views | Posted on: 07/19/2021 | Last updated: 07/19/2021

NYPH18 Conference and Expo, June 8, NYC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Save the Date! More information Coming Soon!

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1703 views | Posted on: 02/27/2018 | Last updated: 02/27/2018

Live Webcast January 25 - Union of Concerned Scientists - Holding Fossil Fuel Companies Liable for Climate Change Harms, 6pm Pacific Time

by Amy

Time: 5:15 p.m. PST (opening reception with refreshments) – 6:00 p.m. PST (keynote address begins) Location: Fowler Museum at UCLA, 308 Charles E Young Dr. N., Los Angeles, CA 90024 (event will als…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: union of concerned scientists

0 replies | 3391 views | Posted on: 01/19/2018 | Last updated: 01/24/2018

Western Massachusetts Green Coalition (WMGC) Green Night, December 12, 5-7 pm, Northampton: HeatSmart Program

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

You're Invited to WMGC Green Night: About HeatSmart: A Community Program Bringing the Option of Heat Pumps to Homes Chris Mason, Northampton’s Energy & Sustainability Officer, will lead this …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 846 views | Posted on: 12/06/2017 | Last updated: 12/06/2017

28th Annual Energy Design Conference & Expo, February 19-21, Duluth, Minnesota

by Oyin

Learn about the latest in energy-efficient building and technologies, renewable energy, best practices, and responsible design. With over 40 sessions from some of the best educators in the business, y…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1365 views | Posted on: 11/08/2017 | Last updated: 01/23/2018

ELA Conference & Eco-Marketplace, March 7 - 8, Amherst, MA

by Oyin

The 24th Annual ELA Conference & Eco-Marketplace brings together landscape professionals who care deeply about the health and well-being of the landscape. Make your company part of the conference succ…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2091 views | Posted on: 11/04/2017 | Last updated: 11/04/2017

5th Annual Women in Cleantech and Sustainability Holiday Party, Dec 7, San Francisco, CA

by Oyin

Let's celebrate all our successes, share some food and connect with each other as we close 2017 and get ready for 2018. This year we have our Second members only Happy Hour from 5:30 -6:30 pm, as p…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 795 views | Posted on: 10/30/2017 | Last updated: 10/30/2017

Motor & Drive Systems 2018, February 8-9, Orlando, Florida

by Oyin

The 15th annual Motor & Drive Systems 2018 is focused on the latest technical advancements impacting the design and integration of motor, drive systems and motion control for manufacturing, industrial…

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1726 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 10/27/2017

 

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