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This ASHRAE course is meant to discuss the process of evaluating your HVAC systems in the age of COVID-19 and the SARS-CoV-2 virus. Similar to a retro-commissioning process, the systems analysis for v
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Exciting growth has been happening in the home energy rating industry over the past several years. Resnet has seen a 129 percent increase in Hers Ratings submitted to its National Buildings Registry s
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In this workshop, participants will convert sprinkler zones to the most efficient irrigation available - drip. Sprinkler to drip conversions are commonly performed by landscape professionals in t
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Building Science Fundamentals is a live virtual seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable, energy-efficient, affordable, and healthy buildings. Our past registra
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6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering
The 6th Edition of International Conference on Materials Science and Engineering (MATERIALS 2024) is a premier event for researchers, scientists, engineers, industry professionals, and academicians in
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Air Tight Open House / EarthCraft Council Event, May 18, 11:30 am - 1 pm, Atlanta, Georgia
Come learn about the #1920sMakeoverATL Deep Energy Retorfit, the first passive house renovation in Georgia, at this open house for green builders ans builders! Key vendors will be on ha
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Free PG&E Webinar: How to Design and Build High-Performance Walls, April 19, 9-11 am
California’s 2022 Title 24 Residential Energy Code all but requires high-performance walls with exterior insulation while higher-performance home designs, like Passive House, requires continuous
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Free Online Training: GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Virtual Training + Exam, April 21
This course provides essential strategies and work practices that make buildings more efficient. GBCI, AIA, and PDH credits are available!
The construction industry is moving quickly towards greene
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The Benefits of Induction Cooking, with SHARP Home Technologies
Why go with an induction stove? Green Builder Matt Hoots had the opportunity at the International Builders show to discuss the benefits of induction technology with Peter Weedfald with S
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Testing your work is imperative to meet or exceed performance targets and to ensure a feedback loop is in place for continual process improvements. Instructor Gavin Healy of Balance Point Home Perform
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Theme: “Ideas. Innovation. Impact.”
Now more than ever we need to bring great minds and organizations together to solve complex systemic energy-related issues. There is
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Midwest Renewable Energy Association Event: Move Some Earth Day, May 8, 9 am CST
This all-day event will work to transform our demonstration site at the ReNew the Earth Institute in scenic Custer, WI. Typical volunteer tasks include landscaping, clearing brush, painting picni
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Webinar: Reopening Restaurants: How safe is it to dine-in again? April 6, 11 am
Approximately one year ago, the coronavirus pandemic shut down some of our favorite places to go - bars and restaurants. Frustrated and desperate, restaurateurs have been agile by innovatively reworki
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Energy Storage: A Vital Element in a Lower Carbon World in Boston on August 10
Whether the reason is Energy Independence, National Security or Climate Change, reducing the use of Carbon will be critical to society’s future. One critically important aspect about fossil fuels is…
Webinar: Driving Potable Water Reduction in Residential Projects, March 25 12 pm EDT
In this two-hour interactive webinar, participants will be guided through the results of a Seattle-based cost-benefit analysis called "A Decision Maker's Guide to Cost-Effective Residential P
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Webinar: WELL Chicago! A Virtual Tour of WELL Certified Commercial Offices, March 11, 11:30 am CST
This program highlights two commercial office spaces in Chicago and their experience with certification under the WELL Building Standard for interiors. The program concludes with informatio
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Strategic Energy, Sustainability & Climate Action Planning, February 23, 9am - 11:30am EST
This workshop will provide an introduction to strategic planning frameworks for achieving sustainable energy goals.
We are at a tipping point in the call for climate action – organizations ar
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Shifting from Crisis Management to Innovation: Leading for a Sustainable Future
Join school and district leaders from around the globe to share strategies for leading toward greener, healthier, and
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Together in Climate Action: Northeastern North America Policy Summit, December 7th & 8th, Cambridge
The summit will bring together policymakers, researchers, and business and civic leaders from the New England states, Atlantic Canadian provinces, New York, and Québec. Michael R. Bloomberg, the foun…
Path To Net Zero for Commercial Buildings Conference - Hosted by ENERGIZE Connecticut, October 27
Help Connecticut build the next generation of Net Zero buildings. In this educational session you will learn about Certification Programs, Energy Modeling, and Utility Programs through the use of Net…
Green Professional Training (GPRO), Fundamentals of Building Green, December 1, Los Angeles
This course teaches the basics of sustainability and provides an overview of the essential strategies and work practices that make buildings more efficient. GPRO covers the green gap between standard …
Fuel Cell Seminar & Energy Exposition November 7-9, Long Beach, California
Hear from a wide range of speakers from leading Federal and State government officials from the nation's capital, California, and the East Coast. Learn more about the challenges and opportunities o…
USGBC Carolinas - Green Gala and Sustainable Business Awards, September 21, 5:30 pm, Charlotte, NC
Join USGBC North Carolina and USGBC South Carolina for their annual Green Gala Sustainable Business Awards & Fundraiser on Sept. 21 at The Ritz-Carlton, Charlotte. With an expected attendance of 40…
California and China Working Together on Clean Energy Technology
California Governor Jerry Brown along with many other Americans disagree with Donald Trump's decision to pull the United States out of the 2015 Paris agreement on climate change. Donald Trump made the…
Cool, Clean, and Warm: Workshop on Clean Heating Solutions and Incentives, August 9 in Boston
Did you know that in Massachusetts, more greenhouse gas emissions come from heating than from power generation? Most heating is fueled by natural gas, fuel oil, or inefficient electric resistance. For…
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