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Join the USGBC-LA Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion, Emerging Professionals, and Women in Green Committees for a panel discussion about entering the sustainability job market and furthering your career
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Stretch & Specialized Code Basics, Online Course, July 15, 3 - 5 pm
This course covers the 225 CMR 23.00 MA Commercial Stretch and Opt-in Specialized energy codes applicable from July 1, 2023, and including February 2025 updates. The presentation encompasses the diffe
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Free Webinar: Understanding HERS Registries for Building Departments, June 5, 9:30 - 11 am PT
The HERS Registry is an online data base that creates and tracks the numerous compliance documents needed for compliance with California’s Title 24 Part 6 energy code. This class will cover what
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Phius Non-Residential Summit 2025, Online, May 20- 21
The Phius Non-Residential Summit 2025 is a two-day virtual event that will showcase a sampling of Phius Certified non-residential projects and explore all the Phius non-residential certification progr
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Designing a Passive House is a rewarding challenge, but achieving Passive House certification requires navigating a range of complex factors. While the design phase is an exciting opportunity to envis
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Free Webinar: Phius 101: Foundations of Passive Building and Phius Standards, April 17, 12-1pm CT
Join Illinois Green Alliance and Phius to learn how you can build comfortable, healthy, cost-efficient buildings for a more resilient world at Phius 101 for Architects an
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Thinking of bringing the Just label to your organization and not sure where to start?
Do you have an existing label and want to learn more about 3.0?
Are you looking to learn more about
Envision SP - Certification for Sustainable Infrastructure, 2-Day Online Training, March 20-21
The Envision Framework is a globally recognized approach to sustainable infrastructure and certification processes. The ENV SP designation is becoming an increasingly important credential for any prof
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Properly sized heating and cooling systems help ensure HVAC runs more efficiently and dehumidifiers better and may reduce system costs. Some codes, energy, and green programs also require this. Meetin
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Join Urban Green Council for the fourth episode of the Energy Upgrades in Historic Buildings series, featuring a case study of the hyper-sustainable Hotel Marcel, formerly the Pirelli B
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Free Online Deconstruction Masterclass Series by Rethos, Part 1: The Essentials, May 4, 10 am CDT
You've likely heard the term "deconstruction" floating around the reuse and preservation world. Or maybe you're familiar with the process and want to learn more alongside others
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Designing public handwashing solutions that are code compliant, with reliable performance and efficiencies in water and energy use, can present several challenges to both the architect and plumbing en
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Are you Renovating or Building a New Home?
Are you considering renovating or building a new home? Join local design experts on March 10 from 7:00-8:30 p.m. for a free webinar focused on h
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Webinar - Diving into Energy Savings Calculations - 11/29, 10am Pacific
This webinar will provide an overview of commonly used HVAC and energy related equations necessary for spreadsheet energy savings calculations. Tim will review example facility improvement measures ca…
Mindfulness: Seeding Climate Innovation & Personal Resiliency, January 27, 12-1 PM PST
To jump-start the new year, WCS presents a discussion on how simple, yet profoundly impactful, mindfulness practices can bolster climatetech innovation, equity and personal resiliency. The panel will
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Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, January 12, Online, 3:30-5 PM EST
Energy Efficiency (aka DSM) in the IRP, including a review of past and proposed DSM programs, discussion of program economics, an evaluation of current low-income DSM programs and benchmarking analysi
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AIA Webinar: A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design, December 9, 2 pm EST
AIA Webinar: A Holistic Approach to Windows in Sustainable Design
This presentation addresses the role of windows in sustainable design, covers how buildings use energy and how efficient windows pr
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Free CE Webinar: Intro to Real-Time Indoor Air Quality Metrics and Scores, December 1, 12 pm EST
This webinar will discuss indoor air quality metrics such as CO2, VOCS, PM2.5, Humidity, and more, why it is important to measure these, how they are measured, and briefly cover ways to remedy issues
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REGISTER NOW Wednesday, June 13 Sun Prairie, WI 8:00 am–4 pm | $199 PRESENTER Stan Walerczyk CLEP Principal, Lighting Wizards HOSTED BY AIA Wisconsin LED technologies will last …
All-Energy is the UK’s leading renewable energy and low carbon innovation event, showcasing the latest technologies and services for the energy supply chain and both private and public sector energy…
Gubernatorial Forum on Energy and the Environment, April 23, 5-7pm, Boston, MA
Come hear the candidates discuss their ideas and positions on the critical environmental issues we face. The discussion will be moderated by Katie Lannan of State House News Service. Democratic candid…
17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo / April 19 / Los Angeles
Join thought-leaders, from across 88 LA area cities, who are dedicated to a sustainable and energy efficient built environment for all communities. The 17th Municipal Green Building Conference & Expo …
Equinox, Fundraiser for Vote Solar, March 22, San Francisco
Equinox is more than just a great party, it also directly supports Vote Solar's critical work to keep our country moving forward with clean energy. Learn more about the power of solar and help Vote So…
The New England Passive House Consortium (phNE, PHMA, VTPH & CTPH) is pleased to present the first regional conference dedicated to multi-familiy Passive House builidings. Join us for case-studies, po…
Attend Western Massachusetts Green Night at Platform Sports Bar from 5-7pm on January 10th to learn all about Energy Efficiency Incentives in Western Massachusetts. Mark Tajima and Tom Rossmassler…
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