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Webinar: EP Career Campfire: Preparing for Jobs in the Green Building Industry, June 3, 4 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

Explore the current green jobs landscape and how emerging professionals can grow their knowledge and differentiate themselves in the market.

The landscape of green jobs has continued to evolve sinc

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Green Building industry,Digital Badges,Green Credentials

0 replies | 1393 views | Posted on: 05/23/2020 | Last updated: 05/23/2020

Free Webinar: Clean Energy Careers for California Architects and Engineers, March 19, 12 - 2 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

California's clean energy transition is reshaping how we plan, design, and build. This webinar introduces architects and engineers to new career opportunities at the intersection of design, engine

California Green Building

0 replies | 175 views | Posted on: 01/21/2026 | Last updated: 01/21/2026

Free Webinar: Net Zero Accelerator (NZA) Annual Demo Day 2026, January 30, 12 - 2 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Save the date for our annual Demo Day inspiring and accelerating impact in 2026!

US Green Building Council California (USGBC-CA) and the Net Zero Accelerator (NZA) invite you to Demo

California Green Building

0 replies | 424 views | Posted on: 01/06/2026 | Last updated: 01/06/2026

Accessory Dwelling Unit Design, 8 Online Sessions, March 5 - April 23, Thursday nights 6:30 - 8:30 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course guides you through the process of designing an Accessory Dwelling Unit (ADU)—whether a backyard cottage, basement apartment, or small addition. You'll explore space-saving strate

0 replies | 273 views | Posted on: 12/13/2025 | Last updated: 12/22/2025

Webinar: Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors, October 13, 1 pm EDT

by SarahA

This overview of concrete floor basics shows participants how to get the most from finished concrete floors. Along the way it discusses levels of finish, hardening-densifying and other aspects of fini

Filed under: Concrete

Keywords: Concrete Flooring,maintenance,Floors,Finished Floors,GreenCE

0 replies | 1313 views | Posted on: 10/01/2020 | Last updated: 10/01/2020

Webinar: Passivhaus for Educational Buildings: Schools, September 23, 11am EDT

by kaleigh.stirrat // Intern & Emerging Professional in Architecture

The fourth and final session in a four-part mini-series of interactive online events for local authorities, educational institutions and others involved with delivering educational buildings to the Pa

Filed under: Passive House

UK Green Building

Keywords: High Performance Building,Case Study,Passive House,Net zero,Schools,PassiveHaus,Climate Action,Scotland,Education Building,Net Zero Carbon

0 replies | 1366 views | Posted on: 09/17/2020 | Last updated: 09/17/2020

Free Webinar: Net Zero Success Strategies: Building Science and Consumer Expectations, September 3, 2 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Efforts to achieve net zero and decarbonization are destined to fail if we maintain the status quo.  It’s not enough to advocate for high performance products and systems, like heat pump te

Keywords: Green Building,High Performance,Net zero,Decarbonization

0 replies | 1284 views | Posted on: 08/27/2020 | Last updated: 08/27/2020

GoGreen Seattle, Virtual Conference: Creating a Low Carbon, Prosperous, Equitable Economy, September 8, Seattle, WA

by samanthaklein // Intern

The GoGreen Conference Seattle, taking place on Sept. 8, 2020, empowers business decision makers with sustainability strategies, tools and connections to create positive change within their organ

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Keywords: Seattle,USGBC,Conference

0 replies | 1115 views | Posted on: 08/13/2020 | Last updated: 08/14/2020

Azek - Recycled Content Decking and a More Realistic Grain Look (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


If you’re in the market for decking materials, check out Matt Hoots' interview with Patrick Barnds from Azek at the International Builders Show/Kitchen & Bathroom Show!

Patrick


Filed under: Decking

0 replies | 2688 views | Posted on: 07/29/2020 | Last updated: 06/17/2021

Webinar: Getting to Zero with Embodied Carbon, August 5, 4 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Building Tech Forum: Roadmap to 2050 wanted to better understand how our carbon footprint will change to accommodate the Commonwealth’s commitment to become carbon neutral by 2050. Now, we&rsquo

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: clean energy,Energy Efficiency,Net Zero Energy,Embodied Carbon

0 replies | 1845 views | Posted on: 07/15/2020 | Last updated: 07/15/2020

EarthAdvantage is Hiring - Business Development, Training Development Lead, Technical Field Consultant

by Rate It Green Team

Check out these recently posted positions with Earth Advantage:

Senior Business Development Manager - Green Real Estate Services

Under the direction of the senior management team, the Sr. Busine

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Green Jobs,Jobs,EarthAdvantage

0 replies | 1808 views | Posted on: 06/30/2020 | Last updated: 06/30/2020

How to Talk to your Clients about Going Green, A NeoCon Connect Webinar, June 17, 3 pm CST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As our clients increasingly want to go green, we designers need a strategy to talk with them about how best to do so. Join us as we employ evidence-based design, which reveals how materials and produc

Filed under: Interior Design

Keywords: Design,Interior Design,sustainable design

0 replies | 1046 views | Posted on: 06/16/2020 | Last updated: 06/16/2020

Webinar: USGBC-LA Quarterly Thought Leadership Series: Scaling EV Infrastructure, June 18, 4 PM

by Richard Minasian // Student

At our quarterly thought leadership events, USGBC-LA works to highlight a local sustainability issue, have an informed discussion amongst industry leaders on action-oriented solutions, and m

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Transportation,Sustainability,Leadership Series,Scaling EV Infrastructure

0 replies | 1178 views | Posted on: 05/29/2020 | Last updated: 05/30/2020

ASU Webinar: Why Companies Should Care About Biodiversity, Wed, Jan 18, 1:15 - 2:45pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Webinar: Why Companies Should Care About Biodiversity Arizona State University Security and Sustainability Forum Wed, Jan 18, 1:15 - 2:45pm EST Corporations engage in sustainable practices for re…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Leadership,Biodiversity

0 replies | 1602 views | Posted on: 01/10/2017 | Last updated: 01/10/2017

"Ask an Electric Vehicle Owner" During a FREE Webinar/Panel, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance, May 13, 12-1pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

FREE Webinar, Hosted by Green Energy Consumers Alliance:

Thinking an electric vehicle (EV) is in you future, but want to learn more about these vehicles from experienced owners? Well look no furthe

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: EV,Electric Vehicles

0 replies | 1477 views | Posted on: 05/05/2020 | Last updated: 05/05/2020

NECEC Presents Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

NECEC Presents Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind May 11 | 8:30-11:00am Foley Hoag LLP 155 Seaport Blvd Boston , MA Struggling to stay up to date with Offshore Wind? After decades of speculati…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Offshore Wind

0 replies | 1135 views | Posted on: 05/01/2017 | Last updated: 05/01/2017

Alliance to Save Energy Campaigns - To Support Energy Star and to Support Energy Efficiency Standards

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

There are two Alliance for Energy petitions/campaigns open right now that relate to green building and energy efficiency. Add your voice! These camaigns are highly professional. Protecting the en…

Filed under: Advocacy

0 replies | 602 views | Posted on: 04/07/2017 | Last updated: 04/07/2017

Event: Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo, 4/25 - 4/27, Burlington, VT

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo April 25 - 27 NEBHX 2017 The Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo is an event for networking across industry, organizations, and govern…

Filed under: Vermont

Keywords: MassCEC

0 replies | 1028 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

Event: Visit the first PHIUS+ Affordable Multifamily Housing in Portland, ME. Friday, 4/7, 1:00PM - 5:00PM

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Visit the first PHIUS+ Affordable Multifamily Housing in Portland, ME. Friday, 4/7, 1:00PM - 5:00PM Downtown Portland, ME Friday, April 7, 1:00PM - 5:00PM CEUs Pending: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, 2.…

Filed under: Maine

Keywords: Passive House Tour,Portland Maine

0 replies | 1067 views | Posted on: 04/03/2017 | Last updated: 04/03/2017

Passive House Massachusetts Seeks Executive Director (Part-Time)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Passive House Massachusetts Seeks Executive Director (Part-Time) Using public outreach and education, Passive House Massachusetts seeks to educate the general public about and advance the use of hi…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Passive House

0 replies | 1838 views | Posted on: 03/20/2017 | Last updated: 03/20/2017

Position Available: Sustainability Intern, National Geographic

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Position Available: Sustainability Intern, National Geographic Summary of Internship An NGS sustainability intern would support the Society’s efforts to operate sustainably and minimize negative…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Building Jobs,Sustainability,National Geographic

0 replies | 1100 views | Posted on: 03/11/2017 | Last updated: 03/11/2017

Event: Smart Cities Connect Conference & Expo - Placing Cities First, June 26-28, Austin TX

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Smart Cities Connect Conference and Expo - Placing Cities First June 26-28, Austin Convention Center 500 East Cesar Chavez Street, Austin, Texas, 78701 www.austinconventioncenter.com Building u…

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Smart Cities Connect,Texas Event

0 replies | 1928 views | Posted on: 03/01/2017 | Last updated: 04/24/2017

Check Out this Cool EV Chart by MassEnergy - Compare Top Brands and Learn about DriveGreen Discounts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

MassEnergy has created a quick comparison chart where you can preview information on the Chevy Bolt and Volt, the Nissan Leaf, Kia Soul, Ford C-Max Energi, and the Ford Fusion Energi. https://www.

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: EV - Electric Vehicles,Mass Energy

0 replies | 3185 views | Posted on: 02/17/2017 | Last updated: 02/17/2017

Event: The 'V' in HVAC: design and control of ventilation systems, February 16, 8:30 - 4PM, La Crosse, WI

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

The 'V' in HVAC: design and control of ventilation systems Thursday, February 16 8:30 am – 4 pm Lunda Center, Western Technical College, La Crosse, WI Tickets: $199 Presenter: John Murphy, …

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Ventilation Systems,Wisconsin Event

0 replies | 1114 views | Posted on: 02/07/2017 | Last updated: 02/07/2017

Massachusetts Bill Aims to Reach 100% Renewable Energy by 2035

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Last Friday, January 20th, three Massachusetts representatives filed a bill that would commit Massachusetts to obtain 100 percent of its energy from clean, renewable sources like solar and wind. State…

 

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