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Posted by: Allison Friedman
With buildings accounting for 36 percent of emissions globally, there is no path to achieve climate goals with
… more...0 replies | 481 views | Posted on: 07/26/2021
Our Path to Choosing Green Building Certifications: A Passive House and Earthcraft Home Renovation
Posted by: SawHorse, Inc.
Our video conversation above, part of the full "Behind the Walls" webinar playlist,
0 replies | 318 views | Posted on: 07/26/2021
Common Framing Problems with Older Homes can Lead to High Energy Bills
Posted by: SawHorse, Inc.
I've heard that "They Don't Build Them Like the Used To..." This may be a good thing f
… more...0 replies | 477 views | Posted on: 07/24/2021
Greenbuild 2021: Virtual Green Business Summit, August 12
Posted by: Allison Friedman
Greenbuild 2021's three virtual summits dive into critical topics within the green building space, offer c
… more...0 replies | 538 views | Posted on: 07/24/2021
Free Green Building Webinar: Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions Plus, August 25, 12 - 1pm
Posted by: Allison Friedman
In this webinar, we'll discuss vertical operating systems, their construction and operating mechanisms, an
… more...0 replies | 106 views | Posted on: 07/23/2021
The Long-Term Liability of Subjective Standards in Vapor Intrusion, Tuesday, August 24, 12-1 pm EDT
Posted by: Clean Vapor
Tom Hatton, CEO of Clean Vapor - The Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Company - will discuss how the disparity
… more...0 replies | 114 views | Posted on: 07/25/2021
The Long-Term Liability of Subjective Standards in Vapor Intrusion, Tuesday, August 17, 12-1 pm EDT
Posted by: Clean Vapor
Tom Hatton, CEO of Clean Vapor - The Vapor Intrusion Mitigation Company - will discuss how the disparity
… more...0 replies | 251 views | Posted on: 07/25/2021
Webinar: 3rd Annual EcoBuilding Multifamily Forum, August 19, 5 pm EDT / 2 pm PST
Posted by: samanthaklein
The first panel discussion will be focused on multifamily housing affordability. This has been a growing
… more...0 replies | 260 views | Posted on: 07/19/2021
Posted by: samanthaklein
Participants of this webinar will evaluate protective coatings as a solution for many common problems encounte
… more...0 replies | 239 views | Posted on: 07/25/2021
Webinar: Basics of Residential Green Building and Remodeling - Session 4, August 18, 12 pm EDT
Posted by: samanthaklein
Session 4 will continue our dicussion on the 3rd pillar of Green Building, Materials!
Keeping water from da
… more...0 replies | 198 views | Posted on: 07/18/2021
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Third Coast Water Seminars: Hydrologic Performance of the NPCC Green Roof, August 25, 4-5 PM EDT
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: Illinois Green Building Group
The Third Coast Water Seminars are a monthly research series hosted by Current in partnership with Argonn
… more...0 replies | 76 views | Posted on: 08/03/2021
USGBC Georgia Presents: Chrysalis Awards 2021, August 24, 4-5:30 PM EDT
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices
USGBC Georgia created the Chrysalis Awards to support broadening the conversation between the green
… more...0 replies | 48 views | Posted on: 08/03/2021
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: Green Building Advocacy
During session 5 we will continue our dicussion on the final pillars of Green Building, water and place!
As
… more...0 replies | 25 views | Posted on: 08/04/2021
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: Developing Technologies
The race to meet GHG reduction targets continues as organizations are continually thinking of ways to become m
… more...0 replies | 96 views | Posted on: 08/03/2021
Posted by: Allison Friedman
Group: Buildings and Our Health - News and Information
Builders, flooring professionals and HVAC contractors: sign up to learn about how healthy air and humidity con
… more...0 replies | 246 views | Posted on: 07/28/2021
Speed Mentoring – Pivoting into a Sustainable Career, August 15, 6-7:30 pm PDT
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: California Green Building
The USGBC NCC Rising Leaders recognize the importance of mentorship in fostering successful careers of emergin
… more...0 replies | 290 views | Posted on: 07/29/2021
Online: WNC sustainABLE: On Schools, August 17, 12-1 PM CDT
Posted by: Richard Minasian
Group: Wisconsin Green Building Group
USGBC West North Central's new regional forum exploring USGBC's four pillars: sustainability, resilien
… more...0 replies | 229 views | Posted on: 07/28/2021
Webinar: Commercial Building Design in the Post Pandemic World, August 19, 3:30 pm AEST
Posted by: Allison Friedman
Group: Buildings and Our Health - News and Information
Listen to experts from the field about their thoughts on commercial building design in the post pandemic world
… more...0 replies | 259 views | Posted on: 07/23/2021
IWBI Webinar: Prioritizing Health in Your ESG Strategy, August 5, 12 pm EDT
Posted by: Allison Friedman
Group: Buildings and Our Health - News and Information
Join us for a discussion about how WELL can help enhance ESG performance by providing a method for companies t
… more...0 replies | 1535 views | Posted on: 07/22/2021
Webinar: Green & Healthy Housing for All, August 17, 10 am PST
Posted by: samanthaklein
Group: California Green Building
The buildings we create affect the communities and the environment they rest within. Join us on August 17th to
… more...0 replies | 396 views | Posted on: 07/18/2021
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I need a fabulous water-based poly or other eco floor coating
Posted by: Allison Friedman
I need a recommendation for a water-based poly. When I mentioned using a more environmentally friendly floor … more...
15 replies | 5502 views | Posted on: 05/13/2015
Posted by: StyroHome
If you attempt to build a "GREEN" home almost anywhere in America fo probably will run head-on to the Invisibl… more...
7 replies | 2241 views | Posted on: 10/08/2015
use of linoleum flooring in bathrooms
Posted by: Christine O.
Does anyone have any practical experience with linoleum, such as Marmoleum, in a bathroom? The general contrac
… more...6 replies | 4418 views | Posted on: 08/21/2017
Posted by: Steven Fitzgerald
The EPA Clean Power Plan is the nation’s first comprehensive effort to reduce carbon pollution from electric… more...
5 replies | 2443 views | Posted on: 05/01/2015
Posted by: Louwrens van der Walt
Is there a company that supplies detailed drawings / specifications for the various green construction methods
… more...5 replies | 1198 views | Posted on: 03/14/2019
Please help my Mother-In-Law with a simple Intro to MDF products :)
Posted by: Allison Friedman
My mother-in-law is building a new home, and she wants an introduction to the difference between MDF and "real… more...
4 replies | 2947 views | Posted on: 05/06/2015
How do you determine how "green" a cabinet is?
Posted by: Jonathan Cabinet Representative
When looking at purchasing cabinetry for you home or business, what do you look for? I look for domestically … more...
4 replies | 2278 views | Posted on: 06/04/2015
Posted by: Steven Fitzgerald
Yesterday I had the Opportunity to attend the Materials Summit that was sponsored by the Massachusetts Chapter… more...
3 replies | 1886 views | Posted on: 11/15/2014
Posted by: Allison Friedman
High Performance and Net Zero Construction Workshop Are you interested in learning about high performance a… more...
3 replies | 945 views | Posted on: 09/26/2016
Posted by: Rate It Green Team
Brett Duffy with Clean Surfaces recently shared a helpful introduction to CASPR Group’s "hands-
… more...3 replies | 1090 views | Posted on: 12/16/2020
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A place to discuss local green building issues and events with your colleagues from Massachusetts. Feel free … more...
50 members | 911 discussions
Join this group to share information, news and events about making green and healthy buildings more affordable… more...
19 members | 63 discussions
This is a group for students and professionals who are new to green building. Use this space to connect with o… more...
18 members | 23 discussions
Come here to interact with others from New York State! Discuss local green building issues and events with you… more...
15 members | 424 discussions
There is so much green building going on in Florida, we needed a group to cover it all! This group is a place … more...
14 members | 103 discussions
This is a place to discuss California green building issues and events. Please post your news, events, questio… more...
13 members | 356 discussions
Connecticut Green Building news and events. Add your news, events, questions, and comments. There's a lot goi… more...
13 members | 76 discussions
Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group
Colorado is the perfect environment to build high performance building that are cost effective and comfortable… more...
11 members | 119 discussions
We are on the edge of incredible technologies. Quantum physics will soon allow molecular surgery that will p… more...
11 members | 40 discussions
Please share your news, plans, and ideas about tiny houses here! more...
11 members | 13 discussions
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