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Once a year, the Built Environment Plus community gathers to celebrate industry success in greening the built environment at the organization's annual Green Building Showcase. This year the e
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Join MetroWest Climate Solutions and special guest the Rev. Mariama White-Hammond for a discussion on the intersection of climate change and questions of equity. As a lifelong resident, pastor, and ac
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Pros and Cons of an airtight house
A house needs to breathe, right?
Yes, they do, but not the way most builders or homeowners think they do. Many argue for a leaky house to allow the house to breathe. That is one method
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2023 Housing the Bay Summit, May 4, 12:45-6pm, San Francisco
The time to create more housing for more people at all income levels is now. Housing the Bay 2023 is an opportunity to reflect on this moment in time, rethink our strategies, and work to get more hous
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Free Passivhaus Workshop, April 21-22, Swindon, United Kingdom
Hot off the heels of the Passivhaus Open Days - Passivhaus Trust partners with the NSBRC for free in-person Passivhaus Workshops. These events will enable you to understand th
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Free PG&E Webinar: Electric Heat Pumps for Space Heating and Cooling, March 15, 9am-1pm
As the electricity supply becomes cleaner due to increased use of renewable's for generation along with a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting installs in new homes, electricity becomes
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Phius Retrofit Summit 2023, Virtual, March 21-23, 4-6 pm
The next frontier for fostering a built environment that supports the health of people and planet is efficiently upgrading the existing building stock. The virtual Phius Retrofit Summit 2023 (March 21
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When designing a restroom, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that are durable, hygienic, and sustainable. This one-hour course as we explore practical solutions t
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This is the second in a series of 5 workshops focusing on the key stakeholders identified within the Whole Life Carbon Roadmap, with the aim of empowering all stakeholders across the built environment
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Online Course: GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials, January 25-27
GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials (O&M) provides building professionals with strategies to reduce energy use while improving tenant comfort and health. Participants leave
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USGBC Indiana Women in Green Discussion Forum (in-person), Indianapolis, February 17, 7:45 - 9 am
Join the event for USGBC Indiana's 2023 Indiana Women in Green Discussion Forum. This in-person event will feature a panel discussion with female industry leaders as well as interactive small grou
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Green Buildings Webinar, Presented by 100percentrenewableuk, November 16, 18:00-19:45 GMT (Free)
Hear about the latest in the campaign for energy efficiency and solar pv in buildings.
100percentrenewableuk has launched a petition for mandatory solar pv and banning fossil fuel boilers in
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This webinar discusses:
* the latest advances in tracker-based mounting structures
* how to elect the type of trackers for your solar projects
* which trackers are more favorable for the Indi
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Meet (and Mingle with) the Press: ecoRI News Open House, July 20th, 6:00 - 8:00pm, Providence, RI
EcoRI supplies environmental news for southern New England. Come meet and mingle with the ecoRI News editorial team; share your feedback and news tips, and hear about our coverage plans and upcoming p…
Community Solar and Affordable Housing - Free CE Webinar, October 5, 12 - 1 pm EDT
Solar energy programs can be a solution to address both climate and housing disparities, but the benefits from traditional solar programs have difficulty reaching residents of subsidized affordable ho
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Electricity Transformation Canada, Toronto, October 26 - 28
Global, national and provincial markets are constantly changing. Without a plan or strategic
connections, it’s hard to participate and invest in Canada’s electricity transformation.
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The training illustrates the use of energy modeling following the framework of ASHRAE Standard 209 – Computer Simulation Aided Design throughout design development, including the schematic desig
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Matt Coogan, an experienced municipal planner will give an update on how North Shore communities are addressing climate change. Rising sea level and increasingly severe storms are forcing communities
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Cleantech "Friendsgiving" Energy Bar @ Greentown Labs, November 1, 5:30 pm, Somerville
Partners, friends, and cleantech champions, join Greentown Labs for a late fall edition of their EnergyBar networking event, free and open to the public. Stay warm inside of Greentown L
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More Green Buildings = More Jobs
The green building industry is expected to generate more than 6.5 million jobs by 2030, according to predictions by the International Labor Organization (ILO). Next to energy, this will
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Introduction to Living Building Challenge, USGBC MA, October 12, 8:30-10 am, Boston, MA
With this training course you will learn the basic knowledge of the Living Building Challenge - a philosophy, advocacy tool and certification program that addresses development at all scales. The Livi…
KISS: Keep it Simple, Smartypants A builder’s perspective on constructing a low-cost, high-performance home. Rhode Island’s first PHIUS certified passive house was built for $160/sq. ft. In th…
Sustainable Job Posting: Sustainability Manager at Lyft - San Francisco, California
Position Overview: Lyft is seeking a Sustainability Manager to implement Lyft’s sustainability initiatives, integrating sustainable practices throughout the company. Reporting to the Director of …
Passive House Happy Hour, August 15, Bridgeport, CT
Take a break from the summer heat and join CTGBC and CT Passive House (CTPH) for a networking happy hour at the Brewport Brewing Co. in Bridgeport. Brewport is known for its Connecticut style beers, t…
ISSP Chicago Area: NCC Sustainability Tour, August 7th, 2018
Would you like the opportunity to make real connections with other sustainability professionals in the Chicagoland area? Sign up for ISSP Chicago area’s upcoming sustainability site tour and in-per…
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