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2nd Annual Virginia Clean Energy Summit, Online, October 20-21

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Second Annual Virginia Clean Energy Summit will present the clean energy technologies, policies, and business practices that are transforming Virginia's energy landscape today.

The goa

Filed under: Events

Keywords: clean energy

0 replies | 734 views | Posted on: 10/17/2020 | Last updated: 10/17/2020

NeoCon, June 9-11, Chicago, Illinois

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

NeoCon has served as a world leading platform and important event of the year for the commercial design industry since 1969. A launch pad for innovation—NeoCon offers id

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 664 views | Posted on: 05/01/2025 | Last updated: 05/02/2025

Free Webinar: Introduction to Commercial Heat Pump Water Heaters - The Whys and Hows in Multifamily and Commercial Applications, May 6, 1 - 3 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This class explores the policy drivers that are pushing the integration of commercial heat pump water heating (CHPWH) systems and highlights the economic, energy, and environmental advantages of heat

California Green Building

0 replies | 996 views | Posted on: 04/16/2025 | Last updated: 04/16/2025

Free Online Training, Optimizing Residential Forced-Air HVAC Systems: Efficiency, Comfort and Low Loss Duct Systems, April 16, 9 am - 12 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Improved design, installation and commissioning practices lead to a dramatic improvement in building energy consumption, indoor air quality, and comfort. There are six performance factors that can be

California Green Building

0 replies | 1008 views | Posted on: 03/25/2025 | Last updated: 03/25/2025

Zero Waste Forum 2025, March 30, Hybrid Event, Online and in Hollywood, Florida

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The 2025 Zero Waste Forum is hosted by Race to Zero Waste in partnership with Broward Clean Air and Debris Free Oceans during #ZeroWasteWeek, building on conversations from the International Day

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1288 views | Posted on: 03/07/2025 | Last updated: 03/12/2025

Getting to Zero Forum, April 22-24, Los Angeles, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The Getting to Zero Forum is the leading conference that brings together all members of the built environment sector. Hosted by NBI, the Forum is a three-day conference dedicated to advancing zer

California Green Building

0 replies | 1282 views | Posted on: 02/07/2025 | Last updated: 02/07/2025

Free Webinar: Batteries - Options and Implementation for a Building’s Energy Storage System, March 20, 9:30 - 11:00 am PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Whether you’re interested in resiliency and cost savings for a home or simply meeting energy codes for new construction, understanding battery storage is increasingly important for the building

California Green Building

0 replies | 860 views | Posted on: 01/21/2025 | Last updated: 02/22/2025

Free webinar: Inflation Reduction Act - Funding Overview of Programs (Real Estate Focus), February 27, 11 am - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Inflation Reduction Act Part 1: Funding Overview of Programs

IRA funding is coming, bringing huge potential for energy-efficiency upgrades at an affordable cost. By understanding the programs comin

California Green Building

0 replies | 1070 views | Posted on: 12/31/2024 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Grace Farms Green Building Tour, New Canaan, Connecticut, January 18, 10:30 am - 12 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This comprehensive tour invites a closer look at the architecture of the River building and Barns. Take in 360–degree views of the surrounding landscapes while exploring the building’s sus

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 917 views | Posted on: 12/05/2024 | Last updated: 12/06/2024

Webinar Presented by Viridiant: Building Professional Training, January 12-13

by Richard Minasian // Student

Viridiant’s Building Professional Training provides a comprehensive overview of best practices for sustainable construction and design and explores green building programs, including EarthCraft

PCC Community Markets Opens the World's First Living Building Challenge Petal-Certified Grocery Store

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Congratulations to PCC Community Markets for opening the World's First Living Building Challenge Petal-Certified Grocery store in Ballard, Seattle.  PCC Community Markets (PCC) is t

Filed under: Living Building Challenge

Keywords: Living Building Challenge,Grocery Store,Grocery Stores,Petal-Certified,Petal Certification

0 replies | 3200 views | Posted on: 12/03/2020 | Last updated: 01/19/2023

Energy Efficiency for Everyone: Green Built Alliance 2020 Workshop Series, December 8, 2:30pm - 4:30pm EDT

by SarahA

This workshop covers how to improve the energy efficiency of your home to increase comfort, save money and reduce environmental impacts.

This workshop covers how to improve the energy efficiency of

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Solar,Sustainability,Environmental Impacts

0 replies | 1202 views | Posted on: 11/14/2020 | Last updated: 11/14/2020

Wall Control Layers, and How Zip System Products Work with Wall Panels and Roof panels to Keep Buildings Dry

by Rate It Green Team

What is the "perfect wall"?

10 Years ago, Dr. Joseph Lstiburek, building science expert, published an article detailing the "Perfect Wall."  The wall is an assembly tha

Filed under: Other - Wood

Keywords: Walls,Air and Water Resistive Barriers,Air Barriers,Vapor Barriers,Water barriers,Huber,The Perfect Wall,Zip System

0 replies | 10859 views | Posted on: 11/01/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2025

Grand Opening of "e"inc's Museum and Science Emporium - April 6 7-9 pm, Navy Yard, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Grand Opening of "e"inc's Museum and Science Emporium - April 6 7-9 pm, Navy Yard, Boston "e" inc. The Environmental Learning and Action Center 114 16th St Rm 1030 Boston, Massachusetts 02129 …

Filed under: Green Schools

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Environmental Education

0 replies | 1271 views | Posted on: 03/29/2017 | Last updated: 03/29/2017

The Virtual Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit 2020, Presented by Green Technology, October 22

by SarahA


The 2020 Green California Schools and Community Colleges Summit unique virtual event on October 22.
As schools respond to new requirements to implement Environmental Principles and Concepts across

Webinar: ASHRAE Global HQ: Designing for Net Zero (Part 1 of 2), September 29, 9-10:30am EST

by kaleigh.stirrat // Intern & Emerging Professional in Architecture

Join ASHRAE, AIA New York Committee on the Environment, and the Building Energy Exchange for this two-part series on planning and executing a successful commercial net-zero energy retrofit.

In Janu

Florida's Statewide Affordable Housing Conference, Online, August 31 - September 2

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

"The lack of affordable housing and the climate crisis are two of the most pressing challenges facing our state today. Green affordable housing addresses both by providing housing stability, safe

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Florida

0 replies | 1320 views | Posted on: 08/25/2020 | Last updated: 08/25/2020

USGBC Webinar: Creating and Leading Cultures of Innovation to Drive the Green Building Agenda, August 26, 11:45 am MDT

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

How do we lead in a way that truly drives innovation? As a green building industry we have big plans to push sustainability practices into the future. To be at the forefront of rethinking sustainable

Filed under: Education

Keywords: Green Building,business,Innovation

0 replies | 1415 views | Posted on: 08/12/2020 | Last updated: 11/30/2020

Environmental Fellows Program, June 21st in Boston

by AbbieKnight

The Environmental League of Massachusetts is once again offering its Environmental Fellows Training (EFP) for college students and high school seniors. This is an exciting leadership and career develo…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Training event

0 replies | 906 views | Posted on: 06/15/2017 | Last updated: 06/15/2017

Orlando Smart Home Tech Talks, July 25

by AbbieKnight

Come network and learn about SmartHome Tech, Trends, Audio Innovations and Modern Home Design. Snacks and drinks will be provided.

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 06/06/2017 | Last updated: 06/06/2017

2017 Resilient Virginia Conference, August 2, Richmond

by AbbieKnight

The Second Resilient Virginia Conference, being planned with the support of the Virginia Office of Public Safety and Homeland Security, will take place on August 1–2, 2017 in Richmond, Virginia. Thi…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Innovation,Resilience

0 replies | 1104 views | Posted on: 05/25/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

Hull Wind Turbine Tour Cruise & Electric Vehicle Showcase May 20th 9:00am-12:30pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Hull Wind Turbine Tour Cruise & Electric Vehicle Showcase May 20 | 9:00am-12:30pm Mass Bay Lines, Rowes Wharf, Boston, MA 02110 Back by popular demand, the Hull Turbine Tour Cruise sets sail on …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Wind Turbines

0 replies | 1300 views | Posted on: 05/10/2017 | Last updated: 05/10/2017

Webinar: The Power of LCA in the Built Environment – Major Findings and Opportunities from a Practitioner’s Perspective

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Webinar: The Power of LCA in the Built Environment – Major Findings and Opportunities from a Practitioner’s Perspective May 3 | Wednesday, 2–3pm ET / 11am PT Presented by Jeremie Hakian, SCS G…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Green Building,Webinars

0 replies | 1492 views | Posted on: 04/28/2017 | Last updated: 04/28/2017

Webinar: Closing the Environmental Literacy Gap, 4/27, 1:15 PM - 2:45 PM EDT

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Experts from the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) and the National Wildlife Federation (NWF) will join The Nature Generation, a nonprofit aiming to inspire the next generation of…

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 1069 views | Posted on: 04/06/2017 | Last updated: 04/06/2017

Event: Office of Energy Resources and Commerce - An update by the Renew Energy Initiative, Providence, Rhode Island. 4/11, 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Office of Energy Resources and Commerce - An update by the Renew Energy Initiative Tuesday, April 11th 12:00 PM – 2:00 PM EDT Location: Rhode Island Commerce Corporation 315 Iron Hors…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Office of Energy Resources and Commerce,Renew Energy Initiative,Providence, Rhode Island

0 replies | 1312 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

 

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