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Summer Coffee Break Series - Green Building Certifications: TRUE Zero Waste, August 6, 10 - 10:30am
Green buildings are better for people, the environment, and the bottom line. They steward natural resources and lower our environmental impacts. Plus they are healthier places for building occupants,
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In the clean energy future, every community is a host community for energy generation. Former mine lands and brownfields in our communities present an opportunity to host low-impact renewable energy d
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Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit, April 2-4, Washington, DC
The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit will be held April 2-4 at the Capital Hilton in Washington, D.C. Attend for engaging and interactive sessions, as
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This multi-session series highlights concepts and trends in green material selection and reviews tools available to find healthier, lower-carbon products that are better for the environment and better
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Healthcare is one of the largest contributors to climate change, around 4-5% of total UK carbon emissions and the NHS in England alone is responsible for 40% of the public sector's emissions
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2024 Midwest Energy Solutions Conference, January 30, Chicago, Illinois
Once a year, MEEA invites all energy stakeholders to gather at the Midwest Energy Solutions Conference to raise awareness and reinforce the importance of energy efficiency in the Midwest. MES is
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2024 Winter ASHRAE Conference, January 20-24, Chicago, IL (Virtual Attendance is also available)
Explore cutting-edge HVACR technologies, connect with industry leaders, and immerse yourself in the latest trends at ASHRAE's 2024 Winter Conference. 11 technical tracks include:
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Webinar: Exploring EV Infrastructure & Fleet Electrification, January 8, 3 - 5 pm PT
The Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts are kicking off their 2024 education calendar with a topic near and dear to our heart - electric vehicles!
Reduced transportation emissions is one of th
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Building Science Fundamentals Course, 4 Sessions Online, December 5 - 14, 1-5 pm
Building Science Fundamentals is a LIVE! virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. Our past registr
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More buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed air quality system is a must. In this class we will look at performanc
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Key Humidity Control Concepts, by Nikki Kruger with Therma-Stor
Nikki Krueger, Building Science and Business Development Manager at Therma-Stor took the time to introduce the company and also to explain several key dehumidification concepts. &
USGBC LA Webinar: Thought Leadership Series - Reusing & Rethinking Water, September 30, 4-5:30 PT
This webinar is an informed discussion with local leaders on how we address water use during this critical and ongoing time of drought across California and the Western US. The conference will be cove
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Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings Higher Ed Arts Education, August 30, 12-1:30pm
"Build the will" around adaptive reuse for performing arts and education spaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about transforming existing bui
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"This year in California, it felt like one step forward and two steps back for climate protection and environmental policy. Governor Brown committed the state to upholding the Paris Accord even when T…
Certified Green Building Professional (CGBP) Training, Online, July 20-23
Become familiar with the main principles of green building and the systems approach to the design, construction, and operation of buildings.
This 16-hour course introduces the main principles of gr
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Join the Center for EcoTechnology for an engaging webinar on the Benefits of Weatherization for Small Businesses. Learn how you can improve business performance, spend less on energy, increase comfor
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Air Filtration at the #1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse - It Can Only Get Better from Here (Video)
We might say Green Builder Matt Hoots is having too much fun filming informative videos to let us in on the behind the scenes action at the start of the #1920sATLMakeover deep energy retrofit pr
Free Online Green Building Speaker Series: Natural Building & a Changing Climate, May 19, 6 pm PST
We will take a look at how we can bridge ancient and modern building practices to address our changing hazards in our built environment. We will look at the efforts and challenges of testing these mat
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BEST Conference Building Enclosure Science & Technology (BEST5), April 15 - 18, Philadelphia, PA
Science meets Design The National Institute of Building Sciences Building Enclosure Technology and Environment Council (BETEC) and the Building Enclosure Council (BEC) – Philadelphia will pre…
16th Annual New York State Green Building Conference, April 5 - 6, Syracuse, NY
As the premier green building conference in the Northeast, our progressive advisory council has fostered our growth by consistently bringing together top green building researchers, educators, and pra…
Sustainable Job Opening: Manager, Energy Efficiency Programs - New York
ICF is looking for a Manager for their Energy Efficiency Programs division to lead project and strategy work in the New York City market. The successful candidate will lead a cross-functional team of …
Elm Place Multi-family Passive House Tour + Networking, Nov 15, Milton, VT
Join the Vermont Green Building Network (VGBN) with ReArch Company for a tour of Vermont's first multi-family Passive House certified project, Elm Place, in Milton. This affordable senior living f…
SolarWakeup Live! Dec 6, Washington DC
SolarWakeup Live! DC will feature four (4) in-depth conversations about the solar market, with a focus on policy since we are in DC. Speakers will include investors, legislators and advocates. The 201…
LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Nov 30th, Boston
The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day-long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…
Solar Power Northeast, February 5-6, Boston, MA
Solar Power Northeast is back in Boston! The region’s premier event, Solar Power Northeast – formerly known as PV America - has featured leaders such as New York’s energy Czar, Richard Kauf…
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