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Solar Power and Energy Storage Mountain West, February 24-26, Denver, CO

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

In partnership with the Colorado Solar & Storage Association, Solar Power & Energy Storage Mountain West is a solar + storage event for the western United States. Colorado alone boasts hu

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Solar Energy,Energy Storage,Denver

0 replies | 2676 views | Posted on: 12/05/2019 | Last updated: 12/05/2019

Building Science Fundamentals Course, 4 Sessions Online, December 5 - 14, 1-5 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

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

0 replies | 628 views | Posted on: 11/10/2023 | Last updated: 11/11/2023

Free Webinar: Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort & Energy Efficiency: Systems, Installation, Ducts & Details, November 16, 9am-1pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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

California Green Building

0 replies | 732 views | Posted on: 10/29/2023 | Last updated: 10/29/2023

Free Webinar: Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for Grid Tied Applications, November 13, 9am-12:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This course teaches the basic vocabulary and technical details of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS). The instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of var

California Green Building

0 replies | 1117 views | Posted on: 10/16/2023 | Last updated: 10/16/2023

USGBC's Smart Building Summit, Online, October 26-27

by Hani // Social media manager

Engage with industry experts leading the optimization of integrated, high-performance buildings

On October 26th and 27th, USGBC will host its second digital Smart Building Summit, bringing together

0 replies | 934 views | Posted on: 09/27/2023 | Last updated: 10/25/2023

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials, Online, October 17. 6-9 pm ET

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

Course overview

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials (O&M) provides building professionals with strategies to reduce energy use while improving tenant comfort and health.

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Certification,AIA credits,GBCI,PDH

0 replies | 1955 views | Posted on: 09/13/2023 | Last updated: 09/14/2023

What is the Compressive Strength of ROCKWOOL Insulation?

by Rate It Green Team

 

No, you shouldn’t drive over ROCKWOOL or any other insulation, but apparently people have done it…. 

 

In this video, Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. 

Filed under: Mineral Wool Insulation

Keywords: Insulation,ROCKWOOL,Stone Wool Insulation,Mineral Wool Insulation

0 replies | 2167 views | Posted on: 08/24/2023 | Last updated: 08/13/2024

Free Webinar: USGBC Mountain Region Women in Green Panel Discussion: 2023, August 24, 12:30-2 pm MDT

by Hani // Social media manager

Your words. Your story. The mic is open.

Women in Green is a platform to gather and learn from others across fields and disciplines, generations, and job titles; it’s also a USGBC tradition,

0 replies | 599 views | Posted on: 08/08/2023 | Last updated: 08/08/2023

Online Workshop: The WELL Building Standard Workshop, August 24, 12 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

This half-day introductory workshop will introduce broad audiences to the WELL Building Standard, including its key certification process. The organization and development of the WELL Building Standar

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: clean energy,Healthy Building Materials,Carbon Footprint

0 replies | 1021 views | Posted on: 07/16/2023 | Last updated: 07/17/2023

21st Century Energy Transition Symposium 2021, April 28-29, Denver CO

by mkilmartin // Intern

The ways in which we power the world are complex, and will only grow more so. Tackling that complexity
will require advances in all energy sources, as well as in the ability to combine or switch seam

Filed under: Energy

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1604 views | Posted on: 02/21/2020 | Last updated: 03/24/2020

Economy-wide Deep Decarbonization (livestream or in-person), February 25, MIT Wong Auditorium, Cambridge, MA

by Veer Mudambi // Journalist - Writing Green

The fourth of MIT’s six Climate Action Symposia, Economy-wide Deep Decarbonization, will be held on Tuesday, February 25, 2020. Topics will include:

  • pathways to scalable, affordable low- t

Filed under: Climate Change

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2772 views | Posted on: 01/31/2020 | Last updated: 01/31/2020

Northeast Regional Home Performance Conference & Trade Show, February 11-12, Saratoga Springs, NY

by AbbieKnight

Discover the latest in building science and technical information; strategies for improving your organization’s operations; the latest updates on certifications; key updates on policy and n

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Home Performance,Building Science,CEU

0 replies | 2783 views | Posted on: 01/22/2020 | Last updated: 01/22/2020

WEBINAR: "Is 2020 the Year of U.S. Offshore Wind?", January 9, 10:00AM PST

by mkilmartin // Intern

The U.S. offshore wind sector is poised to play a major role in accelerating the transition to renewable energy across the country. Thousands of megawatts are currently under contract or are in the pr

Filed under: Energy

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Sustainable Energy,Wind Power,Sustainability Webinar,Offshore Wind,American Energy

0 replies | 2212 views | Posted on: 12/31/2019 | Last updated: 01/02/2020

Freddie Mac Introduces a Green Rebate Program - up to $5000 for multifamily property loans

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As the largest funder of multifamily properties nationally, Freddie Mac hopes to boost awareness of energy consumption among apartment owners and managers. Borrowers financing properties with 20 u…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: EPA,Multifamily Housing,Freddie Mac

0 replies | 1531 views | Posted on: 03/21/2016 | Last updated: 03/21/2016

California Friendly Landscape Class, February 22, Torrance, CA

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

Learn how to remove your turf and succesfully convert your landscape into a sustainable rought-tolerant garden. The classes will help you understand and meet rebate program requirements.

Filed under: Government Policies

Related to: Information and Resources ,Architects ,Landscape Services

California Green Building

Keywords: Garden,Landsca

0 replies | 1609 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

USGBC NJ Annual Holiday Party and Member Reception, December 12, 6-8:30 pm, Hillsborough

by MVillere

Come and celebrate & network with your friends and colleagues at our holiday celebration.

Location: Duke Farms - Farm Barn Orientation Center (LEED Platinum)
Hillsborough, NJ

SPACE IS LIMI


Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1207 views | Posted on: 11/04/2019 | Last updated: 11/14/2019

WEBINAR: Getting LEED Specific: Buildings are for People - Design Strategies for Human Engagement, December 10, 12:00PM CST

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

In this one-hour course, the participant will explore design strategies that encourage beneficial occupant behavior. Consider the impacts occupant behavior changes can have on a building over its life

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Other,Architects ,Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Certification,LEED,Webinar,USGBC

0 replies | 3527 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/21/2019

IGBC's Advanced Training Programs- Green Building (10/7-8)

by aahassonjee

The Indian Green Building Council (IGBC) will be hosting a 2 day advanced training program on green building at the Grand Hyatt in Mumbai from October 7-8. Registration and more information can be…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 876 views | Posted on: 09/12/2016 | Last updated: 09/12/2016

Into To living Building Challenge San Diego August 17,2016

by alicia2390 // Admin

The International Living Future Institute describes the Living Building Challenge as “the most advanced measure of sustainability in the built environment possible today and acts to diminish the gap…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: events,,Green Building

0 replies | 1080 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

August 10: Join the USGBC NJ for their 9th Annual Summer Social

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join the USBGC NJ for their 9th Annual Summer Social, presented by the Central Branch. Come out for a great ocean-front networking BBQ with fellow green building and sustainability professionals! …

Climate Refugees: A Call For International Relocation Action

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The world is facing a new and ugly reality of anthropogenic climate change. As the planet warms, we’re seeing the sea levels rise, storms grow stronger and more variable, and fresh water supplies dw…

WEBINAR, JULY 12: Green Cities & Urban Development

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Cities account for over 70 percent of global energy use and 40 to 50 percent of greenhouse gas emissions worldwide. Do you want to know what are the most cost-effective ways of reducing this using tod…

June 28th: Community Table: Sue AnderBois, RI Director of Food Strategy

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Please join Social Enterprise Greenhouse in welcoming Sue AnderBois, recently selected Director of Food Strategy for Rhode Island. Join Sue as she talks about her new position and what it means for ou…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Living,Social Enterprise Greenhouse,Food,Sustainible Food,Rhode Island,Events

0 replies | 1523 views | Posted on: 06/23/2016 | Last updated: 06/23/2016

NEBFM - Northeast Buildings & Facilities Management Show and Conference, June 29-30, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NEBFM - Northeast Buildings & Facilities Management Show and Conference June 29th, 8:00 am - June 30th, 6:00 AM Boston Convention & Exhibition Center, Hall B-2 415 Summer Street Boston, 02210 …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1578 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 07/23/2016

NESEA Pro Tour - CreekSide Zero Net Energy Home - Pulaski, NY, June 17

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NESEA Pro Tour - CreekSide Zero Net Energy Home - Pulaski, NY Friday, June 17, 1 - 5 pm CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, Pending approval This tour of the CreekSide Net Zero House features one of the firs…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building Tour

0 replies | 1155 views | Posted on: 04/21/2016 | Last updated: 04/21/2016

 

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