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Webinar: Selling High Performance Homes, November 12, 12-4 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Those who’ve experienced living in a high-performance home testify to the higher quality of life and costs savings. These clients become even more than a good referral but advocates; one of

Filed under: Real Estate

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Real Estate,High Performance Homes

0 replies | 1970 views | Posted on: 10/23/2020 | Last updated: 10/26/2020

Free HVAC Systems Webinar: Load Calculations, Equipment Selection, System Airflow and Layout, November 2, 9 am PT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Improved design, installation and commissioning practices lead to a dramatic improvement in building energy consumption, indoor air quality, and comfort. There are six performance factors that can be

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: HVAC,California,Residential Construction,Indoor Air Quality,Ventilation Systems

0 replies | 1095 views | Posted on: 10/07/2023 | Last updated: 10/07/2023

NECEC's Green Future Gala, October 26, 5 - 11pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NECEC's 2023 Green Future Gala will focus on Building the Climate Economy. Because the work of decarbonization is taking over as the engine for the entire commercial sector, the tent has

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 752 views | Posted on: 09/22/2023 | Last updated: 09/22/2023

Free Webinar: The New Frontier of Design: Materials and Human Health, September 20, 1-2 pm EDT

by Hani // Social media manager

We spend 90% of our time indoors surrounded by materials that often contribute much more to the spaces The New School design than we realize. At this current moment, in prioritizing human health and o

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1149 views | Posted on: 09/06/2023 | Last updated: 09/06/2023

Achieving Energy Efficiency at Scale in Your Building Portfolio, August 29, 2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Companies face increasing pressure today – from stakeholders, employees as well as regulatory agencies – to curb energy consumption, reduce carbon emissions and create more sustainable and

0 replies | 647 views | Posted on: 08/19/2023 | Last updated: 08/19/2023

Building Science Fundamentals, Live Virtual Seminar with BSC, 4 Sessions, September 12, 14, 19 & 21 (1-5pm)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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 registr

0 replies | 922 views | Posted on: 08/01/2023 | Last updated: 08/01/2023

Free Webinar: Green Energy Consumers Alliance: Is A Used Electric Car Right For You?, Online, August 10, 12 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Interested in electric cars, but  can't afford a new or luxury model? Used electric vehicles (EVs) provide all the benefits of driving on electricity - lower maintenance costs, lower fuel cos

0 replies | 1065 views | Posted on: 07/11/2023 | Last updated: 07/11/2023

WISE x BPP: Capitalizing on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, July 10, 1-2:30 pm, New York

by Hani // Social media manager

BE-Ex’s Women in Sustainability & Energy (WISE) and the Building Performance Partnership present Capitalizing on the Greenhouse Gas Reduction Fund, a panel event discussing the federal grant

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1079 views | Posted on: 06/21/2023 | Last updated: 06/22/2023

Free Webinar: Research Scientists’ Perspectives on Climate Impacts for Building Environment & Materials, June 23, 12-1 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Scientists are considering extreme conditions in their research and how materials used to design and construct our buildings are impacted by temperatures increasing, extreme water events and increasin

0 replies | 942 views | Posted on: 06/06/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Free AIA Course : Air Tightness and Moisture Management, June 1, 11am-1pm EDT, Waltham, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

The AIA-accredited course with John Rockwell of SIGA at both their Gloucester and Waltham locations on May 18th and June 1st. The course is approximately 1-hour and credits will be given to every

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 910 views | Posted on: 05/19/2023 | Last updated: 05/19/2023

Webinar: What's Next for Efficiency & Renewables Episode 7, December 17, 10-11 AM

by Richard Minasian // Student

Hosted by Urban Green Council CEO John Mandyck, this live interview series features international industry experts to answer your questions about a low carbon future.  

On

Virtual Event: Elevate Together: 20 in 2020 Anniversary, December 8, 12 pm CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Elevate Energy will look back on our past 20 years of impact and share exciting new announcements for Elevate’s future. Steve Bynum of WBEZ will lead us through an exploration of Elevate th

Filed under: Energy

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,clean energy,Illinois

0 replies | 1712 views | Posted on: 11/24/2020 | Last updated: 11/24/2020

Webinar: Healthier Homes or Healthy Home Washing? (Recorded: Content Available 24/7)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Recorded Webinar: Healthier Homes or Healthy Home Washing?
Recorded: Tuesday, July 28 | 2:00 pm Central
Speaker: Joe Medosch - Healthy Building Scientist at Hayward Score
Cost: Free

This we




Filed under: Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Healthy Building,Healthy Homes,Greenwashing

0 replies | 1918 views | Posted on: 11/09/2020 | Last updated: 12/16/2020

Climate Change and Building Resilient Communities, Monday April 10, 5:30-7:30 pm - Providence

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Climate Change and Building Resilient Communities Monday, April 10 at 5:30 PM - 7:30 PM Blue Cross & Blue Shield of Rhode Island 500 Exchange St Providence, Rhode Island 02903 Hosted by Woona…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Climate Change

0 replies | 1675 views | Posted on: 03/23/2017 | Last updated: 03/23/2017

Free Webinar: A More Transparent Shade of Green: EPD's Drive Restrooms to the Lead in Green Design, October 27, 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Construction is going green. As both sustainability and efficiency advance in the built environment, architects, specifiers, and buyers are increasingly concerned with products that are environmentall

Filed under: Events

Keywords: EPDs,Electric Hand Dryers,restrooms,Hand Dryers,Bathrooms,Excel Hand Dryers

0 replies | 1462 views | Posted on: 10/08/2020 | Last updated: 10/08/2020

Huber’s AdvanTech Subflooring Panels - Water Resistant, Dimensionally Stable, Solidly Designed

by Rate It Green Team

In this video, builder and green building expert Matt Hoots shares his personal experience with Huber’s Advantech subflooring panels.  This is a product he has worked with for over 20 y

Filed under: Flooring

Keywords: Subflooring,Huber,AdvanTech

0 replies | 7869 views | Posted on: 09/21/2020 | Last updated: 03/14/2025

Tampa Resilience Survey Open

by SE Sustainability Maven // Resilient Community Specialist

If you are a Tampa Bay Resident, please complete the survey by Director of Resilience Whit Remer.

Community Input Survey

"We're creating a resilience roadmap and want to hear from you!

Filed under: Resilience

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1536 views | Posted on: 09/02/2020 | Last updated: 09/02/2020

FREE Greenbuilding Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, Wednesday, September 2, 12pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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 well-kept time

Filed under: Exterior Improvements

Keywords: Canopy,shading,canopy systems,Exterior Improvements,Shade

0 replies | 1775 views | Posted on: 08/20/2020 | Last updated: 08/20/2020

Online Panel Discussion: How Sustainable Are COVID-19 Mitigation Strategies for Buildings? August 18, 8 am

by Built Environment Plus (Formerly USGBC Massachusetts)

BuiltEnvironment Plus is bringing in industry expert presenters for a final 90-minute discussion. Dr. Joseph G. Allen will begin with an introductory 15-minute presentation to set the stage for over a

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1588 views | Posted on: 07/31/2020 | Last updated: 07/31/2020

San Diego GAP Meeting #10 (Waste Audit) - Ronald McDonald House Project, June 29

by AbbieKnight

This will be Meeting #10 for the RMHCSD GAP Project. We will meet at the south end of the building on the first floor. The meeting will include: 1) Meeting #9 follow up 2) Waste Audit Please note…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

California Green Building

Keywords: Waste Management

0 replies | 1100 views | Posted on: 06/23/2017 | Last updated: 06/23/2017

Building without Toxins, June 16

by AbbieKnight

Join materials, toxins, and living building experts for a conversation on toxins in the built environment and how making toxic-free choices in materials is possible. The afternoon will include panelis…

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building

0 replies | 1530 views | Posted on: 06/12/2017 | Last updated: 06/12/2017

Realcomm San Diego 2017 June 14th-15th

by Matt Z. // Student

Realcomm is the leading conference focused on the topic of technology, innovation and automation for the Commercial and Corporate Real Estate and Facilities industries. This annual event brings togeth…

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1342 views | Posted on: 05/30/2017 | Last updated: 05/30/2017

Webinar: Color and Paint in Environments for the Aging May 18th 12:00-1:00PM EDT

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Webinar: Color and Paint in Environments for the Aging May 18 | 12:00-1:00PM Sponsored By: Benjamin Moore | Cost: Free In this webinar they'll explore the variety of common care environments for …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Environment,Low VOC

0 replies | 1684 views | Posted on: 05/02/2017 | Last updated: 05/02/2017

International Living Future Institute - 2 Summer Internship Positions, Seattle, WA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

LIVING COMMUNITY CHALLENGE + JUST SUMMER INTERN The International Living Future Institute (ILFI), a dynamic and fast growing non-profit, seeks an exceptional LCC and Just Summer Intern to support i…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 1125 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

Impact 2017 - Local Leaders, Global Gain, May 3 8am-6pm, Saint Paul, Minnesota

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Building leaders are at the forefront - locally, regionally and nationally - in creating global action to reduce our environmental impact, improve our health and well being, and create new econo…

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 1143 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

 

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