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Virtual Summit: Passive House Canada -- Building for Resilience, December 8-10

by samanthaklein // Intern

This summit incudes topics such as

- City of Vancouver Resilience Requirements

- Comparing Passive House to BC Step Code on Large scale MURBs

- Thermal Bridge Modeling

- Large Retrofit Bui

Filed under: Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Green Building,Passive House,green retrofit,Resilience

0 replies | 1399 views | Posted on: 11/30/2020 | Last updated: 12/03/2020

RecyclingWorks Spring 2025 Forum, May 20, 9:30 am - 12:30 pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

RecyclingWorks in Massachusetts (RecyclingWorks) is excited to the hybrid, in-person and virtual, RecyclingWorks in Massachusetts Spring 2025 Forum!

The Massachusetts Department of Environmental Pr

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1199 views | Posted on: 04/24/2025 | Last updated: 04/24/2025

National Association of REALTORS Green Designation 2-Day Training, Hosted by 3C-REN, May 12, Arroyo Grande, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Join 3C-REN for a two-day training to learn green real estate concepts, principles, practices, and benefits from the ground up in a way that makes sense to you and your clients. You’ll stand out

California Green Building

0 replies | 1125 views | Posted on: 03/28/2025 | Last updated: 04/02/2025

Free Webinar: A-B-C-Decarb for Schools - Plan, Fund, and Succeed, April 22, 9 - 11:30 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Join experts from SCE, NBI, NAESCO nd practitioners form the fild for a hands-on workshop on operational decarbonization and net-zero schools.  Gain insights, tools, and funding strategies.

0 replies | 905 views | Posted on: 03/17/2025 | Last updated: 03/26/2025

Free Webinar: The Emerging Role of Water on Energy Efficiency Systems in Building Applications, March 5, 12-1pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This webinar will still kick off examining the state of water use today, highlighting the environmental challenges we face and exploring solutions currently in play for the residential and commercial

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 984 views | Posted on: 02/24/2025 | Last updated: 02/24/2025

Free Webinar: Repurposing the Shipping Container-a Solution to the Housing Crisis, February 26, 12-1pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Shipping containers are being constructed as durable, low-maintenance dwellings from recycled steel shipping containers, lower embodied carbon. They can be meticulously designed to meet diverse needs,

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 999 views | Posted on: 01/31/2025 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Tour of Southern California Edison's Energy Education Center, February 20, 11:30 am - 12:30 pm, Tulare, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Are you curious about energy efficiency and how it is generated, stored, and distributed? Are you interested in learning more about the latest innovations and technologies in renewable energy? If so,

California Green Building

0 replies | 1108 views | Posted on: 01/11/2025 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Free Webinar: Domestic Hot Water – All-Electric Design and Construction Series, January 16, 12 - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

All-Electric Design & Construction Series

On the path to Zero Net Carbon Design, building electrification is the key to reducing operational carbon. In this course, we’ll share the nuts a

California Green Building

0 replies | 1006 views | Posted on: 12/19/2024 | Last updated: 12/20/2024

Free Webinar: Building Systems Commissioning: Saving Money and Meeting Code, December 18, 2 - 3pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

Building commissioning reduces energy bills, improves comfort, reduces CO2 and other emissions, and… it’s the law. According to data from US Energy Information Administration (EIA), in 20

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 897 views | Posted on: 11/27/2024 | Last updated: 11/28/2024

Build A Better House Series: Building Shell, Presented by Maine Indoor Air Quality Control Council, February 9 - 10

by SarahA

About the Program:  Simply put, a new home’s building shell is comprised of the structural elements that separate the inside from the outside: walls, roof, windows, doors, including things

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Efficiency,Insulation,Building Shell,Energy Consumption

0 replies | 1657 views | Posted on: 01/20/2021 | Last updated: 01/20/2021

Webinar: Risk Assessments: Evaluating Buildings Sites for Portfolio Resilience, February 2, 3 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This Better Buildings webinar will explore a variety of strategies commercial building owners can use to address climate-related risks and identify cost-effective strategies and improvements to protec

Filed under: Resilience

Keywords: Green Building,Urban Resilience,Building Portfolio

0 replies | 1670 views | Posted on: 01/05/2021 | Last updated: 01/05/2021

Webinar: Policy for the Architect Advocate, January 19, 6:30 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Regulations effect the work of architects, planners, and designers. While policy advocacy may not be part of your day-to-day workflow and policymaking may seem far afield from your skillset, you may b

Filed under: Architects

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Architecture,Design,Sustainable Architecture,Urban Planning,Policy

0 replies | 1764 views | Posted on: 12/20/2020 | Last updated: 12/20/2020

Webinar: Basic Building Science: Moisture Management (Recorded: Content Available 24/7)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Recorded Webinar: Basic Building Science: Moisture Management
Recorded: May 20, 2020
Speakers: Mike Barcik and Joey Starr
Cost: $15

Southface experts Mike Barcik and Joey Starr present




Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Building,Mold,Air Quality,Indoor Air Quality,Stormwater Management,Moisture Control,Moisture,Moisture Management,Water Management

0 replies | 3024 views | Posted on: 12/11/2020 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

South Carolina Educational Session & Anniversary Celebration, Thursday April 27, 12:30 - 8:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

SOUTH CAROLINA EDUCATIONAL EVENT AND ANNUAL CELEBRATION LEED Platinum Darla Moore School of Business, Columbia, SC Thursday April 27, 2017 oin USGBC South Carolina for our Annual Reunion on Thur…

0 replies | 785 views | Posted on: 04/26/2017 | Last updated: 04/26/2017

IWBI Webcast: Learning and Working from Home: Key Takeaways from COVID-19, November 19, 12pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join the International Well Building Institute (IWBI) and epxert panelists for a webcast discussion about strategies for creating workplaces, schools and homes that promote inclusivity and access

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Building,Health,Covid-19,Home Office,Home

0 replies | 2015 views | Posted on: 11/13/2020 | Last updated: 11/13/2020

Building Performance Association, Home Performance Regional Educational Series - New England, November 18-19

by SarahA

Stay up to date on top trends and issues in the industry with live and on-demand educational content. Learn about nationally relevant topics like back to work in the COVID-19 environment, heat pumps,

Webinar: Weatherization Workshop, Presented by Center for EcoTechnology, October 28-29

by The Center for EcoTechnology (CET)

At this webinar, you will learn a number of easy DIY home weatherization techniques that will help seal up air leaks and make your home more comfortable and energy efficient. Center for EcoTechnology

Filed under: Other - Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: energy efficient,Weatherization,Center for EcoTechnology,Air Leaks,DIY

0 replies | 1723 views | Posted on: 10/14/2020 | Last updated: 11/30/2020

Reconnect 2020, Urban Green's Online Gala, October 8, 5-6:30 pm EDT

by SarahA

It’s time for the biggest virtual green building party of the year! Urban Green is bringing all the best aspects of our gala into your home. Reconnect with friends and colleagues

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Gala,Carbon Accounting,Climate Technology,Green Trivia

0 replies | 1440 views | Posted on: 09/27/2020 | Last updated: 09/28/2020

LEED Green Associate v4 Exam Prep

by lesley1862 // Green Advocate

Become a LEED Green Associate today! The LEED Green Associate credential is for professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice. This credential deno…

Filed under: LEED Exam Preparation

Keywords: LEED Exam Prep,LEED,LEED V4

0 replies | 1854 views | Posted on: 07/14/2017 | Last updated: 07/14/2017

CA Friendly Landscape Training, July 27

by AbbieKnight

Free Class: Learn to create a CA friendly garden using the latest sustainable materials and techniques.

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

Keywords: Community Gardens

0 replies | 1135 views | Posted on: 07/03/2017 | Last updated: 07/05/2017

Next Generation Photovoltaics Lecture Series: Reducing Solar Costs and Accelerating Adoption Webinar, June 27

by AbbieKnight

PV hardware costs have come down dramatically over the last few years and soft costs (non-hardware, such as labor, design, permitting, customer acquisition, etc.) now comprise about 50% of the install…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Roofing Underlayment

Texas Green Building

Keywords: Solar Costs

0 replies | 1446 views | Posted on: 06/27/2017 | Last updated: 06/27/2017

LEED Green Associate v4 Exam Prep

by lesley1862 // Green Advocate

Become a LEED Green Associate today! The LEED Green Associate credential is for professionals who want to demonstrate green building expertise in non-technical fields of practice. This credential deno…

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Keywords: LEED Exam Prep,LEED,LEED V4

0 replies | 1514 views | Posted on: 06/13/2017 | Last updated: 06/14/2017

Rooftop Units: Strategies to Reduce Utility Costs, June 7

by AbbieKnight

Packaged rooftop units are used in more than 50 percent of all commercial buildings. With a focus on small- to medium-sized businesses, we’ll investigate how much they cost to operate. For example, …

Filed under: Events

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Energy

0 replies | 1010 views | Posted on: 06/02/2017 | Last updated: 06/02/2017

Webinar: How Sustainable is Our Global Climate Ethos? June 8th 1:15-2:45pm EST

by Matt Z. // Student

How Sustainable is Our Global Climate Ethos and will it create a sustainable climate? Building on decades of work across the globe by the public and private sectors, has a shared global climate et…

Filed under: Climate Change

Keywords: Global Climate Ethos,Climate Action

0 replies | 1914 views | Posted on: 05/24/2017 | Last updated: 05/24/2017

Building Commissioning Fundamentals Course by SeventhWave, June 8th 8:30am-4:00pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Building Commissioning Fundamentals Course by SeventhWave June 8 | 8:30am-4:00pm Hilton Garden Inn: 1443 Pabst Farms Cir, Oconomowoc, WI 53066 Cost: $129 Commissioning is usually a cost-effec…

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Building Commissioning

0 replies | 1728 views | Posted on: 05/06/2017 | Last updated: 05/06/2017

 

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