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Online: WNC sustainABLE: On Schools, August 17, 12-1 PM CDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

USGBC West North Central's new regional forum exploring USGBC's four pillars: sustainability, resiliency, health, and equity in relationship to current events and our ability to change future

Filed under: Green Schools

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability,Health,Resilience,Green Schools,Equity

0 replies | 1393 views | Posted on: 07/28/2021 | Last updated: 07/28/2021

MI Healthy Climate Conference, May 16-17, Lansing, Michigan

by Hani // Social media manager

Join the Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) for the MI Healthy Climate Conference 2024!   

“Accelerating Action” is the theme of this year'

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 823 views | Posted on: 04/13/2024 | Last updated: 04/13/2024

Free Webinar - Powering Progress: All-Electric Design Incentives with Clean Energy Homes

by cleanenergyhomes

Secure a strategic advantage in California’s development landscape by embracing the future of affordable multifamily building electrification. Join the Clean Energy Homes team for an upcoming we

Free Webinar: Optimizing Residential Forced-Air HVAC Systems: Load Calculations, Equipment Selection, System Airflow and Layout, April 4, 10-11:30am

by Hani // Social media manager

From inspecting existing systems to planning and installing future all-electric energy upgrades, this course will cover the many options and strategies for cost-effective home electrification retrofit

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 741 views | Posted on: 03/11/2024 | Last updated: 03/11/2024

Virtual Event: Building a Sustainable Future: Energy-Efficient Construction Techniques, March 8

by Hani // Social media manager

Are you interested in learning about the latest sustainable building practices and energy-efficient construction techniques? Join Tradebase for a virtual conference that brings together industry

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 481 views | Posted on: 02/21/2024 | Last updated: 02/22/2024

Free Webinar: Intermediate Lighting – Sustainable Lighting, February 21, 5:30-7:30 pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

Sustainable design is a fundamental part of our lighting industry. As part of the design process, they aim to reduce the usage of energy and to reduce the wasteful impact on the environment we live in

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 713 views | Posted on: 02/01/2024 | Last updated: 02/19/2024

Free Webinar: Intro to Residential HVAC Systems, January 30, 9-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

This class will cover the basic steps needed to design a residential heating and cooling system.  It will cover load calculations (ACCA Manual J), equipment selection (ACCA Manual S) and duct des

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 430 views | Posted on: 01/16/2024 | Last updated: 01/17/2024

21 Acres Green Building Tour, January 13, 1- 2 pm, Woodinville, Washington

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Curious about how renewable energy technologies and green buildings contribute to climate action? Attend this tour of the 21 Acres Green Building!

You will get a behind-the-scenes look at the

0 replies | 506 views | Posted on: 12/19/2023 | Last updated: 12/19/2023

2023 Black Sustainability Summit, Online, (Encore), Available December 11 - 18

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

December 11 - 18, 2023, join in for an incredible event focused on promoting sustainability within the Black community. This summit is a unique opportunity to learn, connect, and inspire change.

0 replies | 588 views | Posted on: 11/26/2023 | Last updated: 11/26/2023

Free CE Webinar: Intro To Green Residential Valuation & Appraisal,December 6, 12-1pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

GHI is no longer using eventbrite for registration. Please head over to our website to official register for this event! https://givebutter.com/Intro-To-Green-Residential-Valuation-Appraisal-G

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 770 views | Posted on: 11/10/2023 | Last updated: 11/10/2023

Smart City Expo Miami, a Hybrid Event in Miami and Online, December 8 - 10

by Smart Cities Americas

SMART CITY EXPO MIAMI celebrates its second annual edition in a hybrid format both live streaming and in-person at the landmark James L. Knight Center in Downtown Miami. Smart City Expo Miam

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Smart Cities,Miami

0 replies | 3281 views | Posted on: 10/12/2021 | Last updated: 10/12/2021

Setting the Stage for Success: An Outlook on Energy Efficiency Legislation that Could Transform the Building Performance Industry, 9/16 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Thursday, September 16 at 12 p.m. ET, join BPA’s Vice President of Government Affairs, Policy, and Programs, Kara Saul Rinaldi, at this free webinar designed to explore the current state of

Filed under: Government Policies

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,building performance,Building Performance Association (BPA)

0 replies | 1151 views | Posted on: 09/15/2021 | Last updated: 09/15/2021

Workshop: Contracts, Climate, & Compliance, September 14, 8:30-10 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join Building Energy Exchange, AIA New York, and ASHRAE New York for a BE-Ex Architect Advisory Council (AAC) workshop focusing on the legal risk and responsibility of high performance design and cons

Filed under: Environment

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Design,Construction,High Performance,Climate,built environment,Contracts

0 replies | 1424 views | Posted on: 08/25/2021 | Last updated: 08/25/2021

Strategies in Light + The LED Show + Lightspace, February 13 - 15, Long Beach, California

by Oyin

Strategies in Light, The LED Show and Lightspace California uniquely provide a collaborative, integrated event experience for professionals representing the entire spectrum of the lighting business. F…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1170 views | Posted on: 10/01/2017 | Last updated: 10/03/2017

Free Webinar: Heat Pump Palooza: A Deep Dive into Technologies & Applications, July 15, 3 pm CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join the Illinois Green Alliance for a stimulating discussion on heat pumps.  There are several types of heat pumps currently on the market and it is important to know how they are both

Filed under: Heating, Venting and Air-Conditioning (HVAC)

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Technology,Illinois,Heat Pump

0 replies | 1420 views | Posted on: 07/01/2021 | Last updated: 07/01/2021

Online: Green Building Certifications: WELL Building Standard, June 25, 10-10:30 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Green buildings are better for people, the environment, and the bottom line. They steward natural resources and lower our environmental impacts. Plus they are healthier places for building occupants,

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: Design,Well Building Standard,Green Building Certifications,WELL

0 replies | 989 views | Posted on: 06/14/2021 | Last updated: 06/14/2021

ILFI Affordable Housing Summit 2021, Online, June 17

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) invites you to  ILFI's annual Affordable Housing Summit on Thursday, June 17th! This year ILFI is focusing on the residents and what

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Equity,ILFI

0 replies | 1534 views | Posted on: 05/25/2021 | Last updated: 05/25/2021

Going Electric for Heating and Cooling, and Water Heating, in a Residential Retrofit - #1920sMakeoverATL (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


Join Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. for an exciting preview of the 1920sMakeoverATL deep energy retrofit project's heating and water heating systems.  

For the


Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,HVAC,Heating and cooling systems,Healthy Homes,Hot Water Heating,Heating,Cooling,1920sMakeoverATL

0 replies | 6955 views | Posted on: 05/04/2021 | Last updated: 02/22/2024

Sustainable Water Management Conference, March 25-28, Seattle, Washington

by Oyin

As the authoritative resource on safe water, AWWA has collected 130 years-worth of industry knowledge and experience. Besides manuals, standards and other guidance material, AWWA provides solutions f…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1403 views | Posted on: 10/31/2017 | Last updated: 10/31/2017

Renewable Energy Buyers Summit, Jan 9 - 11, Scottsdale, AZ

by Oyin

Take Your Renewable Energy Sourcing Capabilities to the Next Level An Intimate Event Format Fostering an Engaging and Productive Experience The Renewable Energy Buyers Summit is a unique invitat…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1462 views | Posted on: 10/23/2017 | Last updated: 10/23/2017

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS), Jan 9 -11, Orlando, FL

by Oyin

The Kitchen & Bath Industry Show (KBIS) is North America’s premier annual event dedicated to the kitchen and bath industry. KBIS is the voice of the kitchen and bath industry and has been for 50 yea…

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1744 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

How to Network at Greenbuild and Build Your Career in Sustainability, Oct 26, Boston, MA

by Oyin

Greenbuild is fast approaching - and we want to get you ready for the many networking opportunities. Join us to further our student and emerging professional volunteer recruitment plan for the road to…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 518 views | Posted on: 10/18/2017 | Last updated: 10/18/2017

Solid Waste Master Plan Open House, November 08, Eden Prairie, Minnesota

by Oyin

Sustainable Eden Prairie is an ongoing effort focusing on education and implementation of sustainable practices to protect the environment and natural resources our community enjoys. Building upo…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 818 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

Home Energy Labeling Information eXchange (HELIX) Virtual Summit, November 15, 1-4pm

by Chill28

Buying a home is the largest investment most of us make, but home buyers typically receive little or no information about how much energy they will need to power the homes they see listed for sale (or…

Filed under: Energy

0 replies | 2432 views | Posted on: 10/12/2017 | Last updated: 10/12/2017

Bridge to 2030: Grid to Green Energy Purchasing, Pittsburgh, November 29

by Oyin

The Bridge to 2030 educational series invites the entire Pittsburgh built environment community to go deep on topics integral to the Pittsburgh 2030 District – energy, water, transportation, indoor …

Filed under: Events

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 862 views | Posted on: 10/08/2017 | Last updated: 10/08/2017

 

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