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When designing a restroom or other space, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that function, appeal to the senses, and contribute to green building initiatives. In
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Free Webinar: The New Electric Car Tax Credit, Green Energy Consumers Alliance, February 9, 12 pm ET
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
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Free Webinar: Tracking Movement on DEI: Where is the Industry Now?, February 8, 11 am ET
As the importance of DEI and ESG continue to accelerate in real estate, industry progress on diversifying its workforce, improving equity outcomes for staff across lines of difference, and building mo
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Join to learn about the amazing sustainability initiatives and celebrate the best projects and community champions in Central Florida
This hybrid event attracts local municipality leaders, dev
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Building Science Fundamentals, January 10, 12, 17, and 19 (4-hour sessions)
Building Science Fundamentals is a seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. This is an interactive sessions wit
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WELL Workshop: Decarbonizing the Planet through People, November 2, 12 - 4:30 pm, Chicago, Illinois
What is the WELL Building Standard and how can it work towards nurturing health and well-being through sustainability?
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) recognizes that human health
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Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, September 28, 12 pm ET
Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept ti
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Getting to Zero — Illinois Summit, Chicago, IL, October 6
It’s time to make net zero buildings feasible, affordable, and so commonplace that every building in Illinois by 2050 is net zero. To help advance Illinois toward this goal, we are bri
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Virtual WELL Performance Testing Agent Training, October 11, 12 and 13, 8 pm ET
This training will grow the network of qualified, independent agents who conduct on-site performance tests for projects pursuing WELL Certification.
This learning experience is ideal for independen
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As part of the 19th annual Water Conservation Showcase, Kaufmann and EBMUD ranger supervisor Han Barrett-Liu will be leading a walk around Lafayette Reservoir to connect and share stories while learni
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Join the US Department of Energy for this peer exchange call from the Better Buildings Residential Network.
Webinar: Racism in Real Estate, August 18, 1 pm CDT
Racism in Real Estate explores structural racism and the racial wealth gap as it applies to housing. Rethos will consider the role of the real estate industry in the history of racial housing dis
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Designing for All: IWBI Webinar: The Next Frontier of Inclusive Design, June 23, 12 pm ET
While the built environment enables many to connect and gather, it disables others through lack of ramps, narrow doorways, extreme lighting and loud or distracting noises. Who is truly welcome at the
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Energy Fellows Institute, Advanced Energy Executive Program, May 16 - 23
Energy Fellows Institute is an executive immersion program providing a platform for the exchange of ideas, opportunity, skills and community to develop leaders ready to succeed in world changing advan…
Example of a Net Zero Energy Renovation - IBS 2022 Home Tour | Saw Horse Design
A recently renovated net-zero energy renovated home was on display at the 2022 International Builder’s Show. From wall-mounted toilets to silent Mitsubishi electric compressors, th
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AprilAire Residential & Commercial Ventilation (NATE Course # 3029-0011), Online, 3 pm EDT, April 7
Learn all about AprilAire's lineup of fresh air ventilation solutions.
We’ll discuss how our ventilation solutions meet fresh air demands that satisfying both building codes and the need
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Greenbuild: Building Tours, November 13, Chicago, IL
Green Building Tours are one of Greenbuild's most popular and exciting features, providing the opportunity to explore green buildings ranging from higher education facilities to sports venues. In 2…
Open to the public + to qualifying grantees: *Employees of NJ businesses may qualify to take this course fully-funded. Interested companies should contact Mary Ellen Garrigus at coordinator@usgbcnj.o…
Sustainable Florida Forum, July 19th, Orlando, Florida
This dynamic one-day event, designed exclusively for sustainability professionals will include: Hot Topic - Plastic Waste & Marine Debris-- What is the scope of the problem? What are the solutions…
USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee Meeting, July 09, Boston, MA, 6-8 pm
The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the Commonwealth by championing green building practices in our communities. Join on the second Monday of each mon…
IFMA's World's Workplace, Your Facility Conference & Expo, Oct 3-5, Charlotte, NC
Lots of imitators. We’re the originator. The most all-encompassing learning and networking event on facilities and how to manage them. Immerse yourself in all things FM — from groundbreaking di…
This conference offers a platform for worldwide researchers and scientists from academia, industry and government to discuss proposals and disseminate results on sustainable energy and materials and i…
The First LEED Platinum certified Ice Arena
Bentley University, located in Waltham, Massachusetts, has recently opened a new LEED certified multipurpose arena; making it the first ice arena to earn the LEED platinum certification. The 76,000 sq…
The Nation Saves $6 for Every $1 Spent on Climate Change Resilience
2017 was the costliest year ever for the U.S., stated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA writes on January 5, 2018, during 2017, U.S. experienced 16 weather and climat
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The new age of transparency and optimization in building products calls on us all to ensure the products we create, specify, and use contribute to a sustainable and regenerative society. High performa…
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