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Workshop: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Accelerator, December 12, Rohnert Park, CA
Due to recent changes in State Legislation, Californians can look to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) as a way to create lasting investments for their families while building attractive,
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Free Webinar: BayREN C&S Training - Residential New Construction, March 10, 9 - 10:30 am
This course provides a basic review of Energy Code requirements for residential new construction and larger additions, compliance processes and documentation, and instructions for plan checking in the
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Interest in so called “balcony solar” – smaller scale, plug and play solar PV systems that homeowners and renters can install themselves – is growing, driven in part by energy
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Join RDH Building Science’s David Stanton (Senior Engineer) and John Mann (CPHC, Phius Verifier, HERS Rater) as they present the essentials of airtightness testing—what it is, why it matte
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Free Webinar: Powering Your Home with Solar Energy, November 12, 2 - 3 pm CT
Find out how you can shine with solar energy! In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Education Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn:
- How solar energy works in Illinois (and everywhere)
Free Webinar: Ready, Set, Scale, November 4, 11 am ET
The Ready, Set, Scale. The webinar series focuses on the mechanisms key to rapid, equitable decarbonization of the regional commercial and residential buildings sector. Join Northeast Energy Efficienc
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Intro to WELL Building Standard, Online Course, August 28, 12 - 2 pm
This course provides an overview of the WELL Building Standard ideology, structure, and certification process. Participants will learn the medical basis for the seven concept categories, including: Ai
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Free Webinar: Microgrids for a Resilient Renewable Future, August 13, 10-11 am PT
Join for an engaging webinar on how microgrids play a key role in modernizing the power grid, accelerating the transition to renewable energy, and strengthening community resilience.
As utilities w
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Lunch & Learn: Building Green with Sustainable Profits, March 24, Tampa, Florida
This seminar will present the building science of integrated whole-house systems along with five key elements that represent green building construction practices. Focus will be on fitting green build
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USGBC Missouri Gateway Chapter: Benchmarking 101, February 12, St Louis, MO
On January 27, 2017, the City of St. Louis Board of Aldermen unanimously passed an energy benchmarking ordinance that requires municipal, institutional, commercial and multifamily residential building
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LEED AP BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop -- In Person (Orlando) & Online, January 31, Orlando
One Day LEED Accredited Professional (AP) BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop
Friday, January 31, 2020 from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. both in-person in Orlando and remote online attendance via GoToWebinar.
This o
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Sustainability Summit @ New York Build 2020, March 19-20 New York, NY
At a hugely transformative time for the construction industry, where wider geopolitical and environmental uncertainties are creating new challenges for the sector, presentations at this summit will ex
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Solar, Storage, & Smart Energy Expo, January 16-17, San Francisco, CA
Solar, Storage, and Smart Energy Expo - Northern California will be the first major "Solar Power" event of 2020. California recently set a goal of having 100% of energy come from renewable s
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Position Available: MIT Sustainability Project Manager, Office of Sustainability (MITOS)
SUSTAINABILITY PROJECT MANAGER, Office of Sustainability (MITOS) Provide leadership and implementation strategies on sustainable building design and construction, energy, water, stormwater, land ma…
Join us for a special event focused on unlocking barriers to high performance buildings in the multifamily sector. Learn how to integrate success metrics such as lease rates, tenant retention, brand a
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Women in Green Building Leadership Luncheon, December 4, Chicago, Illinois
Join regional leaders for an inspiring and energizing morning that celebrates women who are leading change in their industry and community. During this robust panel discussion, we will
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Celebrate USGBC South Florida 's 10th Anniversary GalaVerde LEEDership and Green Awards on the evening of Saturdy, October 12th at the LEED Silver, University of Miami Shalala Student Center.
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Clean Food Labels Could Change The Future Of The Food Industry
It is clear now more than ever that the “clean label” is no longer simply a tend in the food chain industry. Last year, one out of every 10 new food products in the US and over 9% of all global ne…
July 29th: Green Workplace Challenge Workshop #1: Getting Started with the GWC
OVERVIEW: Green Workplace Challenge competitors are seeking the edge they need to get ahead. This workshop guides participants through the first steps of the GWC, including how to set up their GWC …
Solar Power Hour: Solar Bloomington-Normal - July 12 6:00 PM-7:00 PM FREE!
Solar Bloomington-Normal is a grassroots residential and commercial group purchasing program for solar. Solar Bloomington-Normal is a community-wide residential and commercial discount program for …
Networking Event at Flatbread Pizza Company – July 5 5-9 pm Flatbread Pizza Company 161 Cushing Street Providence, RI. Bring your family and friends from 5-9pm to enjoy some delicious, nutr…
JUNE 30th: San Diego Green Budiling Council Summer Social: 10th Anniversary Celebration
Join the San Diego Green Building Council for their 10th anniversary Summer Social event at their new downtown location adjacent to Petco Park. When: Thursday, June 30th, 2016 (5:30-8:00 PM) …
2016 Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit Northeast Energy Efficiency Partners Monday, June 13, 2016 to Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mount Washington Road Bretton Woods…
Pro Tour: Net Zero Ready Affordable Housing Community in Dennis, MA - May 6, 1-5 pm
Join NESEA for a Pro Tour of a Net Zero ready Affordable Housing Community in Dennis, MA Friday, May 6, 2016 - 1- 5pm Dennis, MA CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, pending approval Cost: $25 for NESEA Membe…
15th Annual Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo April 21,2016 8:30am-4:30pm
The Municipal Green Building Conference and Expo returns in its 15th year to offer knowledge, resources, recognition, and networking opportunities. The effects of global warming on water supply repres…
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