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Webinar: Building Life Cycle Impact: Understanding the Impacts of Building Design, September 23, 11:45am MDT

by SarahA

The carbon impact of building materials is a critical factor in our planet’s future. Life cycle assessments (LCAs) can benefit designers and manufacturers while achieving the goals of green buil

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Green Building,LCA,Life Cycle Analysis,Life Cycle Impact,Verdacity

0 replies | 1199 views | Posted on: 09/11/2020 | Last updated: 09/11/2020

Electrification, Decarbonization and LEED, a USGBC 1st Friday Webinar, December 7, 1-2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This session provides a deep dive into decarbonization in LEED, focusing on all electric buildings. It presents concepts built from the future of LEED principles and address Optimize Energy Performanc

0 replies | 437 views | Posted on: 11/08/2023 | Last updated: 11/08/2023

Free Webinar, Tools and Resources to Help Communities Navigate Materials Management, November 14, 11 am - 12 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

With amendments to Part 115 of Michigan’s Solid Waste Law going into effect earlier this year, now is a great time to learn what tools and resources EGLE offers to communities to assist them wit

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 645 views | Posted on: 10/27/2023 | Last updated: 10/27/2023

Free Webinar: Home Energy Series- Solar & Storage: Your Energy Generation & Storage Plan, November 8, 4-6pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This is a San Diego Gas & Electric (SDG&E) class. In session three of this three part Home Energy series, instructor Spencer Rosen will help make solar energy feel less daunting so you can des

California Green Building

0 replies | 620 views | Posted on: 10/10/2023 | Last updated: 10/10/2023

USGBC Virginia Webinar: Healthcare and Sustainable Buildings, October 11, 10 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Dive into the opportunities of healthcare-focused buildings to reduce emissions and waste, improving their ability to serve the communities in which they are located with the USGBC Virginia community.

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Healthy Building,Social Equity,Indoor Air Quality,Healthcare

0 replies | 783 views | Posted on: 09/26/2023 | Last updated: 09/26/2023

Green Rehab and Deep Energy Retrofits, Presented by Yestermorrow Design/Build School, Online, 6 M/W Sessions from October 16 - November 1

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

There are about 125 million existing homes in the U.S. representing the most significant and yet challenging opportunities to save energy and reduce our carbon footprint.

But how do we approach gre

0 replies | 955 views | Posted on: 09/11/2023 | Last updated: 09/11/2023

Northeast Energy and Commerce Association (NECA) 2023 Fuels Conference, September 18, Boston, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The transition to renewable and clean energy sources is paramount, but it cannot be achieved without addressing pipeline networks and transportation fuels that have long been the backbone of global en

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 979 views | Posted on: 08/22/2023 | Last updated: 08/22/2023

Free Online Workshop: Environmental, Social & Governance ESG for Businesses, Online, August 30, 9-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

ESG has quickly become a hot topic in the market, but what does it mean to your business?

‌Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) reporting is a framework that can help your company beco

California Green Building

0 replies | 1089 views | Posted on: 08/04/2023 | Last updated: 08/04/2023

Free Webinar: Save Money On An Electric Car: Rebates & Incentives, July 26, 7 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

Federal and state incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) have all changed recently, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the 2022 climate bill in Massachusetts, and new program announcements f

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Electric Vehices,Electrification,Electric Power,EVs

0 replies | 786 views | Posted on: 07/13/2023 | Last updated: 07/14/2023

2020 U.S. C3E Women in Clean Energy Symposium and Awards, December 8 - 9, 12pm - 4:30pm EDT

by SarahA

We must move faster and smarter to transform and decarbonize our energy system. Climate change, the Covid-19 pandemic, related economic challenges, and social inequity are among the challenges we are

Filed under: Cleantech

Keywords: Climate Change,Energy,clean energy,Technology,Low Carbon,Decarbonize,No Carbon

0 replies | 1527 views | Posted on: 11/14/2020 | Last updated: 11/14/2020

The Seeds of Sustainability; Wood, Lumber & Mass Timber, Online, November 18, 1:45pm-3:15 EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This seminar follows the life cycle of wood, wood fiber, and mass timber as sustainable design solutions for the built environment. A focus will be on continuous improvement considerations for project

Filed under: Lumber

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Wood,built environment,mass timber,Lumber

0 replies | 1542 views | Posted on: 10/29/2020 | Last updated: 10/29/2020

2020 CTGBC Green Building Awards Ceremony, Virtual Celebration, October 29, 4pm - 5:30pm

by SarahA

Join Us for the 2020 Virtual Green Building Awards Event!

See Keynote Speakers Dr. Joseph Allen & John Macomber present!

Filed under: Connecticut

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Awards,Healthy Buildings,Covid-19,Long Term,Virtual Celebration

0 replies | 1292 views | Posted on: 10/15/2020 | Last updated: 10/15/2020

Solar Power International, Virtual Trade Show, October 21 - 22

by SarahA

Participate in SPI, ESI, and North America Smart Energy Week from your home or office. Registration is free!

Available now: Browse exhibitors and products, with more being added daily.

Filed under: Solar Energy

Solar Energy and Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy,Solar Energy,Solar Installation,Solar Power International

0 replies | 1842 views | Posted on: 09/27/2020 | Last updated: 10/05/2020

Free Event: Reclaiming Our Estuary: The Newtown Creek Experience, 3/9, 4:00PM - 9:00PM, Queens, NY

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Reclaiming Our Estuary: The Newtown Creek Experience by Newtown Creek Alliance Thursday, March 9, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST Location: LaGuardia Community College Little Theater in Shenker Hall …

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Newtown Creek Alliance,Waterways,Queens

0 replies | 677 views | Posted on: 03/09/2017 | Last updated: 03/09/2017

International Webinar: Climate Change Virtual, September 18 - 19

by Sara Price

It is our pleasure to invite you for International Webinar on Climate Change

during September 18-19, 2020 with the Theme: “Exploring the possibilities to overcome climate change challenges.&r

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Climate Change,Global Warming,Climate

0 replies | 965 views | Posted on: 08/10/2020 | Last updated: 08/10/2020

Massachusetts New Construction Webinar, Presented by Mass Save and Eversource, Wednesday, Jul 29, 10 am EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

We are less than a week away from The Mass Save Commercial New Construction and Major Renovation new solutions webinar. We look forward to sharing the details of our new energy efficiency initiatives.

Related to: Weather Barriers

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,Construction,Mass Save,Net zero,Zero Net Energy,ZNE,Eversource,Commercial Construction

0 replies | 1168 views | Posted on: 07/24/2020 | Last updated: 07/24/2020

USGBC Northern California Webinar: LEED Committee - Learn from Pacific Region Experts, July 28, 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

LEED Committees are composed of expert volunteers from across the country who guide the evolution of LEED. LEED committee volunteers help develop, implement, and revise the LEED rating systems, ensuri

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,Community

0 replies | 984 views | Posted on: 07/11/2020 | Last updated: 07/11/2020

Free Workshop on Home Energy Efficiency, June 10

by AbbieKnight

Join us this Saturday, June 10th for a free workshop on home energy efficiency with Renew Boston to learn how to reduce your monthly energy bills and energy use while improving the year-round comfort …

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Efficiency

0 replies | 998 views | Posted on: 06/06/2017 | Last updated: 06/06/2017

Innovation and Impact 2017 Symposium, June 14

by AbbieKnight

The Innovation and Impact Symposium focuses on emerging technologies in Mobility, Energy and the Built Environment. Join the region’s leaders from the startup, corporate, public and research communi…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Environment

0 replies | 646 views | Posted on: 05/25/2017 | Last updated: 05/25/2017

BASEA Forum: MA Clean Energy Momentum: - 'Ranking State Progress' May 11th 7:00pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

BASEA Forum: MA Clean Energy Momentum: - 'Ranking State Progress' May 11 | 7:00pm First Parish in Cambridge Unitarian Universalist, 3 Church Street, Harvard Square Join BASEA at their monthly mee…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: clean energy,Leadership

0 replies | 878 views | Posted on: 05/10/2017 | Last updated: 05/10/2017

NYSERDA Forum: Panelized Construction for Architects and Designers

by aahassonjee

NYSERDA hosts Panelized Construction for Architects and Design Professionals. NYSERDA is excited to announce an expanded session in conjunction with their Efficiency Revolution series focusing on p…

Filed under: New York

0 replies | 980 views | Posted on: 04/27/2017 | Last updated: 04/27/2017

Event: Passive Architectural Design for Affordable Housing, 4/27, 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM, Chicago, IL

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

How can passive housing design principles—which focus on energy efficiency, comfort, and minimizing environmental impact—be used in the creation of affordable housing? This question will be the…

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 702 views | Posted on: 04/06/2017 | Last updated: 04/06/2017

Event: Make it Tight: Building Enclosure Airtightness Training, 4/11, 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM, Newton, MA

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Make it Tight: Building Enclosure Airtightness Training Tuesday, April 11th, 1:00 pm - 5:00 pm Location: Auburndale Builders 151 Adams Street Newton, MA 02458 Ticket: $100 Join 47…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: 475 High Performance Building Supply,Building Enclosure,Airtightness

0 replies | 735 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

Nominate Green Schools Leaders for the 9th Annual Green Difference Awards 2017! Apply by April 7

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Nominate a Green Difference Maker Today! Green Schools honors and recognizes Outstanding National Environmental Education & STEM Education efforts led in our Schools & Communities through our Annua…

Filed under: Green Schools

Keywords: Green Schools,Healthy Schools

0 replies | 1105 views | Posted on: 03/29/2017 | Last updated: 03/29/2017

15th Annual New York State Green Building Conference March 30-31, 2017, Syracuse

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

15th Annual New York State Green Building Conference March 30-31, 2017 Marriott Syracuse Downtown 100 East Onondaga Street Syracuse, NY 13202 Tel: 315-474-2424 (Hotel) The 15th Annual New Yo…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 734 views | Posted on: 03/15/2017 | Last updated: 03/15/2017

 

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