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Achieving Green and Healthy Homes, June 20, 3:30-5:30pm, Pittsburgh, PA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

CCI Presents the “Stepping Up” Speaker Series event – Achieving Green and Healthy Homes: Housing as a Key Social Determinant of Health—How to Fix It!

Through lead, radon, mo

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green Homes,Healthy Homes

0 replies | 710 views | Posted on: 06/04/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

Solar Power Mexico (Postponed), November 18-20, Mexico City, Mexico

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Solar Power Mexico is the first exhibition and conference specialized in the energy and solar technology segment, a business with growth rates of over 25% and an expected investment of over USD $100 b

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Keywords: Solar Energy,Energy Storage,Mexico

0 replies | 1981 views | Posted on: 12/06/2019 | Last updated: 11/04/2020

Community Choice Energy Summit, January 22-24, Sacramento, CA

by mkilmartin // Intern

The Community Choice Energy Summit 2020 is an opportunity for CCAs at all stages to gather, network, and discuss their future roles in California energy. Discussions and case studies will focus o

Filed under: Energy

California Green Building

Keywords: clean energy,Solar Energy,California

0 replies | 1409 views | Posted on: 11/18/2019 | Last updated: 11/18/2019

Sustain Dane Summit Conference, Thursday, November 19, Fitchburg, WI

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 2019 Sustain Dane Summit will explore the theme of regeneration for community wellbeing.

Sustain Dane and Edgewood College invite you to be part of the 2019 Sustain Dane Summit: Regenerate for

Filed under: Wisconsin

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 1121 views | Posted on: 11/05/2019 | Last updated: 11/05/2019

NSBRC Passivhaus Workshop, November 22-23, UK

by mkilmartin // Intern

Many visitors to the NSBRC want to create an ‘eco home’. The Passivhaus standard is designed to deliver comfort, quality and lower running costs, in any type of building.

Meet Pass

Filed under: Education

UK Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Passive House,UK Green Building

0 replies | 955 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/26/2019

UK Passivhaus Conference 2019 , Mainstreaming Passivhaus by 2030, October 29, Manchester

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The wider industry is waking up to the benefits of energy efficient buildings and many policies are beginning to point to Passivhaus (or equivalent!) But are we capable of propelling Passivhaus as the

UK Green Building

0 replies | 840 views | Posted on: 10/10/2019 | Last updated: 10/10/2019

Sustainable Opportunity: Echoing Green, Fellowship Applications are Now Open

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Echoing Green offers a full-time, two-year Fellowship aimed at supporting social impact leaders by connecting them with the tools, resources, and communities they need to bring their ideas to lif

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 1223 views | Posted on: 09/25/2019 | Last updated: 09/25/2019

Clean Energy-Powered Affordable Housing Startup in Chicago: 548 Capital LLC

by AbbieKnight

Robert "A.J." Patton and Erica Johnson, childhood friends who grew up in low-income communities, recently launched 548 Capital LLC, a company that aims to provide better quality and mor

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Energy Efficiency,Solar

0 replies | 5652 views | Posted on: 09/08/2019 | Last updated: 02/08/2023

Great American Tiny House Show, September 14-15, Raleigh, NC

by Gina Pryciak // Student

On display will be Tiny Homes, Container Homes, Modular Homes and Portable Structures. Additional exhibits will include building equipment, tools, supplies, real estate brokers, accessories, trav

Filed under: Tiny Houses

Keywords: Tiny Houses

0 replies | 968 views | Posted on: 08/07/2019 | Last updated: 08/07/2019

USGBC Build it Better - Jersey, City, 2019, September 12, Liberty House, Jersey City, New Jersey

by MVillere

This is USGBC's premier, signature event for the Middle Atlantic and New England Regions hosted at Liberty House in Jersey City, NJ in a beautiful ballroom with a spectacular view of NYC

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 2005 views | Posted on: 07/24/2019 | Last updated: 08/02/2019

First Net-Zero School In Massachusetts, August 23, 12:30-5:00pm, Cambridge, MA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join NESEA for a tour of a new high performance campus in Cambridge. This project is designed to be the first net zero emissions school in Massachusetts and the largest net zero emissions building in

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Green Schools,Net zero

0 replies | 1266 views | Posted on: 07/12/2019 | Last updated: 07/12/2019

LEED Tour – Indianapolis Public Library, East Washington branch, July 25, Indianapolis, IN

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join USGBC Indiana for a tour of the LEED v4 Certified Indianapolis Public Library, East Washington branch. This event will engage attendees with a tour of the library and will highlight specific gree

Keywords: Green Building,LEED Building Tour

0 replies | 908 views | Posted on: 06/25/2019 | Last updated: 06/25/2019

Net Zero Energy Buildings Webinar, Mass Climate Action Network (MCAN), June 19, 7-8pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Mass Climate Action (MCAN) on Wednesday, June 19th for a Net Zero Buildings webinar. Learn everything you need to know about why getting buildings to Net Zero is a huge part of the clim

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 734 views | Posted on: 06/11/2019 | Last updated: 06/11/2019

Webinar Series: Understanding the Living Building Challenge - Sept 22, 24, 29, and Oct 1 (Fee)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

An in-depth introduction to the Living Building Challenge ideology and certificate process. Attendees are the green building leaders in their community: design professionals, contractors, developers, …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Green Building,Living Future

0 replies | 772 views | Posted on: 09/02/2015 | Last updated: 09/02/2015

Indoor Air Pollutants - Invisible but Affecting Our Health

by Higgins_James // Student

Today, pollution of all kinds affects our planet and our health. Pollution comes in many shapes and forms, but this discussion will focus on specifically indoor air pollutants and the unknown invisibl…

Filed under: Other Green Building Air

Keywords: Pollution,Indoor Air Quality,Air Pollution

0 replies | 2029 views | Posted on: 06/23/2016 | Last updated: 06/23/2016

Microscopic Bacteria Bring Concrete to Life

by Jack_Benoit // Civil Engineering Student

More and more often, engineers find themselves turning to the natural world for inspiration. By handpicking key properties from the planet’s biodiversity, scientists are able to create designs that …

Filed under: Concrete

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainable Infrastructure,Biomimicry,Concrete

0 replies | 2113 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 02/13/2017

NESEA Pro Tour: Passive House Under Construction - Wakefield, RI - July 15

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NESEA Pro Tour: Passive House Under Construction - Wakefield, RI Friday, July 15, 1 - 5 pm CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, Pending approval Construction on this new residence is scheduled to take place sta…

Filed under: Events

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Tour

0 replies | 594 views | Posted on: 04/21/2016 | Last updated: 04/21/2016

Social Equity in the Built Environment - Monday April 4, 5:30-7:30 pm, USGBMA - Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Social Equity in the Built Environment - USGBC Massachusetts Monday, 4/4, 5:30 - 7:30pm 50 Milk St, 15th floor, "Aristotle" room, Boston, MA Social Equity has long been conceptualized as the th…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Social Justice

0 replies | 566 views | Posted on: 03/21/2016 | Last updated: 03/21/2016

Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference: April 15 Hampshire College, April 16, Northampton, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference April 15 - 16, Hampshire College, Northampton, MA The annual Sustainable Communities and Campuses Conference connects stakeholders from municipaliti…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Campus Sustainability

0 replies | 604 views | Posted on: 02/24/2016 | Last updated: 02/24/2016

Greater Philly Passive House Association (GPPHA) Monthly Meeting - February 10 6:15 - 8:15 pm

by btfalcon71 // Architect, Sustainable Design Professional

Greater Philly Passive House Association (GPPHA) Monthly Meeting Next Meeting: February 10, 6:15 pm When: Second Wednesday every month, 6:15 - 8:15PM Where: IEI Group offices, 428 N. 2nd St. Phi…

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Passive House

0 replies | 920 views | Posted on: 02/05/2016 | Last updated: 02/05/2016

How Do We Save The World From Environmental Catastrophe?

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

Humans should leverage the motives of profit to save the planet. That’s what Rick Fedrizzi, the CEO and founding chair of the USGBC, which developed the most widely used green building rating system…

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

0 replies | 491 views | Posted on: 01/23/2016 | Last updated: 01/23/2016

Stores Phase Out Flame Retardant Furniture - Chemicals Linked to Cancer, Obesity and Low IQ

by Stella Ng'oma // Green building enthusiast

Stores are phasing out flame retardant furniture as 97% of Americans are said to be living with toxic chemicals in their bodies. It is shocking to learn that most of the furniture that has been use…

Filed under: Furniture

Keywords: Flame Retardants,Toxicity,Furniture

0 replies | 930 views | Posted on: 12/03/2015 | Last updated: 12/03/2015

Energy Day of Action at the State House: November 10th- Starts at 10 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Energy Day of Action: November 10 November 10 is a critical day in our fight to ensure our elected officials move us toward a clean and just energy economy. On the 10th, a bill proposing to give…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Environment,Pipeline,Kinder Morgan,Toxics Action Network

0 replies | 733 views | Posted on: 11/05/2015 | Last updated: 11/05/2015

The Debate Over Foam

by NobleHome // Affordable, passive solar, easy to build kit houses

Since Noble Home's inception we've been using foam-insulated SIPs to build the shell of our homes. This has always been a compromise, since foam isn't as environmentally friendly as we'd like and ther…

Filed under: Insulation

Related to: Insulation

Keywords: Insulation,Foam,SIPs

0 replies | 1836 views | Posted on: 10/13/2015 | Last updated: 10/13/2015

Cleaning companies embrace environmental, health and wellness compliance

by Jason L. // LEED AP O+M

Did you know there are sustainability related certifications for cleaning companies who adopt standardized products, tools and science-based processes? Although a prerequisite for LEED criteria under…

Filed under: Cleaning Services - Commercial

0 replies | 1024 views | Posted on: 09/24/2015 | Last updated: 09/24/2015

 

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