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This dive into the complexity of the three Building Product Disclosure and Optimization credits in LEED version 4 BD+C and ID+C provides the rationale for why product choices are so important, and the
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Free Webinar: Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) for Businesses, July 16, 9-11 am PT
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 become a lead
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Have Energy Efficiency (EE), Building Electrification (BE), Transportation Electrification (TE), and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) got you feeling like you’re in over your head? If so, we
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More buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed air quality system is a must. In this class we will look at performanc
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VRF Heat Pump Installation - In Progress!!
Hi everyone -
I've mentioned in our newsletters about how we are going to be intalling VRF heat pumps in the future, and.... the future is here! I look forward to sharing
Carpet America Recovery Effort (CARE) - 22nd Annual Conference, May 7-8. Indianapolis, Indiana
The theme of the Conference, “Carpet Recycling: Chasing the Checkered Flag” highlights the recent developments in carpet recycling technology and opportunities that are moving carpet out o
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Free Webinar: Heat Pumps W Abode Energy Management, April 18, 12 pm ET
Considering upgrading your heating system? We're here to answer any questions you might have about heat pumps: a super-efficient heating and cooling option. There are BIG rebates & incentives
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Annual International Passive House Conference, April 5 - 6, Innsbruck, Austria
Look forward to the 27th International Passive House Conference which will take place on 5th and 6th April 2024 on the campus “Technik&rdqu
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Buildings today incorporate lighter-weight structural materials than those built years ago. Contemporary roofing systems should, therefore, have the ability to withstand the increased substrate moveme
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BuildingEnergy Boston, March 19-20, Boston, Massachusetts
BuildingEnergy Boston is a conference designed by and for practitioners in the fields of high-performance building and design, energy efficiency, and renewable energy. BE brings more than 1,000 i
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The National Institute of Building Sciences Innovation Conference and Expo brings together a unique set of individuals to share ideas, initiatives, practices and policies to optimize buildin
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This course provides an overview of Freddie Mac's research on how energy efficiency relates to (1) house price premium and (2) mortgage performance, respectively.
Continuing Education Units (CE
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USGBC-LA Resilience Capacity Building Workshop: Ventura, December 6, Camarillo, CA
USGBC-LA, in partnership with SoCal Edison, is hosting a series of interactive workshops to help organizations develop their own roadmap for resilience.
These workshop-style trainings, based on the
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Efficiency Works: What's New for 2016 - 1/27 - 8:30 - 10 am
An Efficiency Works training hosted by the Colorado Green Building Guild Join us to learn about new rebates and grants offered by Efficiency Works in 2016. Also, discover an easier way to apply for…
USGBC MA: Building Better for Trash, Recycling, and Organics, November 14, Boston, MA
This course is designed to ensure designers understand the space and electrical requirements necessary for dock space, and the internal storage of trash, recycling, organic food waste, and special mat
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Urban Green Presents Gingerbread Passive House Competition, 12/10, 6-9pm, NYC
Come to Urban Green Council's second annual Gingerbread Passive House Competition and show off your building skills!
Urban Green Council and New York Passive House members are encouraged t
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Sustainable Job Opportunity: Harvard University, Sustainability Manager
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Position Summary: The Sustainability Manager, reporting to the Associate Director, utilizes a change management framework with members of the University communit
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Michigan Drawdown Conference, September 25, Grand Rapids, MI
On September 25, 2019 the Michigan Community will come together in Grand Rapids to offer local solutions and opportunities for engagement on the important subject of climate change. The stakes have ne
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The Land Science Educator Network is Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year!
LandScience: Urban Planning Through a Virtual Internship!! - Land Science is a virtual internship for middle and high school students funded by the National Science Foundation and developed by the …
June 22nd: RMI INNOVATION CENTER TOUR: BASALT, CO
Join the tour to learn about how the Innovation Center was contracted, designed, constructed, commissioned, and operated and what RMI learned in the process. Quick Fun Facts: · 15,610 sq. f…
Catalyzing Community Solar in the Northeast - Thursday, June 9, 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Boston National Community Solar Partnership Catalyzing Community Solar in the Northeast Thursday, June 09 - 8:30 AM to 4:30 PM EPA Region 1 Headquarters 5 Post Office Square Suite 100 Boston…
Greenovate Internship: USDN Building Diversity Fellowship - Summer 2016
Global Philanthropy Partnership and the Urban Sustainability Directors Network (USDN) are pleased to announce a summer 2016 fellowship opportunity with Greenovate Boston. Fellows will receive valuable…
USGBCMA - Introduction to the Well Building Standard, March 31, 8 am - 12 noon
USGBCMA - Introduction to the Well Building Standard March 31st, 2016 8 AM - 12 PM 50 Milk St 15th Floor "Aristotle" room Boston, MA Non Member - USGBC MA Chapter $ 65 USGBC MA Chapter Me…
Free LEED v4 Green Associate Exam Prep Course - Offered by GreenCE
The Free LEED Exam Prep course is composed of 10 modules. The 10 modules include an Introduction, the LEED credit categories, and a Conclusion with exam study strategies. Each module is 3-70 minutes a…
Mass Moving on Up at #3: Top LEED State in the Nation
The U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) released its national ranking of the top states in the country for LEED green building and Massachusetts is the third state in the nation for 2015. The rankings…
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