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Air Filtration at the #1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse - It Can Only Get Better from Here (Video)

by Rate It Green Team


We might say Green Builder Matt Hoots is having too much fun filming informative videos to let us in on the behind the scenes action at the start of the #1920sATLMakeover deep energy retrofit pr

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: HVAC,Indoor Air Quality,Ventilation Systems,IAQ,Ventilation,Filtration,1920sMakeoverATL,Whole House Ventilation Systems

0 replies | 9695 views | Posted on: 05/17/2021 | Last updated: 12/31/2022

Annual International Passive House Conference, April 5 - 6, Inns­bruck, Aus­tria

by Hani // Social media manager

Look for­ward to the 27th In­ter­na­tion­al Pass­ive House Con­fer­en­ce which will take place on 5th and 6th April 2024 on the cam­pus “Tech­nik&rdqu

0 replies | 547 views | Posted on: 03/13/2024 | Last updated: 03/13/2024

Free Webinar: Extending Your Roofs Lifecycle: How to Get the Most Out of Your Roof, March 12, 1:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

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

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 385 views | Posted on: 02/22/2024 | Last updated: 02/23/2024

BuildingEnergy Boston, March 19-20, Boston, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 856 views | Posted on: 02/03/2024 | Last updated: 02/03/2024

Free Webinar: Energy Code Compliance: Using HERS Measures (Part 1), January 31, 9:30-11am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

Third-party verification through HERS measures is a great way to improve energy performance and, more to the point, meet the Title 24 Energy code. In this two-part course, we’ll cover what archi

0 replies | 540 views | Posted on: 01/16/2024 | Last updated: 01/17/2024

Failure is NOT an Option: Air Barrier Continuity Strategies for Storefront & Curtain Wall Systems, January 25, 1-2:30pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

Critical details that typically cause building performance related issues will be focused on one of the largest failures of building enclosures: wall to window connections specific to curtain wall sys

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 730 views | Posted on: 12/19/2023 | Last updated: 12/19/2023

Major Green Building Organizations Rally Around the Common Materials Framework (CMF)

by Rate It Green Team

At Greenbuild 2023, leading green building organizations, including the American Institute of Architects (AIA), the International Living Future Institute (ILFI), the International WELL Building Instit

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Other

Keywords: Transparency,Green Building Certifications,Building Materials,Certifications,Common Materials Framework,CMF

0 replies | 1673 views | Posted on: 11/29/2023 | Last updated: 08/22/2024

Virtual Summit: Renew Reuse Regrow, Approaches to Preservation & Adaptive Reuse, December 6

by Hani // Social media manager

A simple and responsible way to rethink how and what we build is through adaptive reuse and the recycling of existing materials. Working with historic buildings, utilizing green technologies, and crea

0 replies | 513 views | Posted on: 11/10/2023 | Last updated: 11/10/2023

Free Greenbuild Webinar: Importance of Energy Efficiency in Decarbonization, November 7, 2pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar explores the pivotal role of energy efficiency in the United States' journey towards achieving its ambitious GHG reduction goals for 2050. Through compelling data and insights, we dem

0 replies | 389 views | Posted on: 11/01/2023 | Last updated: 11/01/2023

Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings Higher Ed Arts Education, August 30, 12-1:30pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

"Build the will" around adaptive reuse for performing arts and education spaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about transforming existing bui

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1228 views | Posted on: 08/11/2021 | Last updated: 08/11/2021

Summer Coffee Break Series - Green Building Certifications: TRUE Zero Waste, August 6, 10 - 10:30am

by SarahA

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: Webinars

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Public Health,Zero Waste,Carbon Footprint,Healthy Spaces,greenbuildingsarebtter,Zero Waste Goals

0 replies | 1710 views | Posted on: 07/14/2021 | Last updated: 07/15/2021

Certified Green Building Professional (CGBP) Training, Online, July 20-23

by Richard Minasian // Student

Become familiar with the main principles of green building and the systems approach to the design, construction, and operation of buildings.

This 16-hour course introduces the main principles of gr

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Design,Construction,Development,Indoor Air Quality,Conservation,Training

0 replies | 1673 views | Posted on: 06/20/2021 | Last updated: 06/20/2021

Free Center for EcoTechnology Webinar: The Benefits of Weatherization for Small Businesses, June 17, 1 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join the Center for EcoTechnology for an engaging webinar on the Benefits of Weatherization for Small Businesses. Learn how you can improve business performance, spend less on energy, increase comfor

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Weatherization,Carbon Footprint,Small Business

0 replies | 1192 views | Posted on: 06/08/2021 | Last updated: 06/16/2021

Bloomberg's 3rd annual Sustainable Business Summit, New York, October 12: 1:00 – 6:00 PM

by Oyin

Bloomberg's 3rd annual Sustainable Business Summit takes a forward-oriented look at how companies are innovating in their sustainable business models and adopting practices that prioritize sustainable…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1173 views | Posted on: 09/24/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

Free Online Green Building Speaker Series: Natural Building & a Changing Climate, May 19, 6 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

We will take a look at how we can bridge ancient and modern building practices to address our changing hazards in our built environment. We will look at the efforts and challenges of testing these mat

Filed under: Architects

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Climate Change,Architecture

0 replies | 1322 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 04/27/2021

MassRecycle Virtual Conference and Trade Show, April 15 - 16

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

MassRecycle will host this conference virtually over the course of two days on Thursday, April 15th from 1:00pm to 5:00pm and Friday, April 16th from 8:30am to 1:00pm. Come spend two days learnin

Filed under: Waste Management and Collection/Recycling

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Recycling,MassRecycle,Waste,WasteManagement

0 replies | 1020 views | Posted on: 04/11/2021 | Last updated: 04/11/2021

Green and Healthy Maine Homes - Home Energy Chats, Online: The Value of Green Home Improvements, March 30, 6pm EST

by Ashley Freeman

 

Join us for the first episode of our Home + Energy Chats webinar series, The Value of Green Home Improvements!

This online webinar will present the many ways to improve the health and eff

Filed under: Maine

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Green Building,Real Estate,Solar Energy,Insulation,Electric Vehicles,air sealing,Heat Pump,maine

0 replies | 997 views | Posted on: 03/23/2021 | Last updated: 03/23/2021

Sustainable Job Opening: Manager, Energy Efficiency Programs - New York

by Oyin

ICF is looking for a Manager for their Energy Efficiency Programs division to lead project and strategy work in the New York City market. The successful candidate will lead a cross-functional team of …

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 958 views | Posted on: 10/25/2017 | Last updated: 10/31/2017

Elm Place Multi-family Passive House Tour + Networking, Nov 15, Milton, VT

by Oyin

Join the Vermont Green Building Network (VGBN) with ReArch Company for a tour of Vermont's first multi-family Passive House certified project, Elm Place, in Milton. This affordable senior living f…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 960 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 10/22/2017

SolarWakeup Live! Dec 6, Washington DC

by Oyin

SolarWakeup Live! DC will feature four (4) in-depth conversations about the solar market, with a focus on policy since we are in DC. Speakers will include investors, legislators and advocates. The 201…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1199 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

LEED Exam Prep Course by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter, Nov 30th, Boston

by Oyin

The LEED Exam Prep Course is a comprehensive course which will prepare attendees for the Green Associate and other specialty exams. The day-long curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Gre…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 974 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

Solar Power Northeast, February 5-6, Boston, MA

by Oyin

Solar Power Northeast is back in Boston! The region’s premier event, Solar Power Northeast – formerly known as PV America - has featured leaders such as New York’s energy Czar, Richard Kauf…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2545 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

"California Climate Policies - Local and Global Leadership?" Wednesday, 10/11. 5:45-8:45pm, San Francisco

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

"This year in California, it felt like one step forward and two steps back for climate protection and environmental policy. Governor Brown committed the state to upholding the Paris Accord even when T…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Women in Cleantech and Sustainability

0 replies | 645 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/10/2017

Northeast Clean Energy Council 10th Annual Green Tie Gala, October 26, Boston

by Oyin

NECEC's Green Tie Gala is the premiere clean energy networking event in the region. Each year the Northeast clean energy industry comes together in celebration of the industry’s growth and accomplis…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 746 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/05/2017

Lessons from Operation: A Rain Water Collection and Treatment System, Oct 12, 9:30 -10:30 am PDT, Webinar

by Oyin

Williams College’s Class of 1966 Environmental Center is operating the first licensed rainwater collection and treatment system in the state of Massachusetts. The project team had no idea what t…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Rain Water Collection,Water Treatment

0 replies | 873 views | Posted on: 09/28/2017 | Last updated: 09/30/2017

 

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