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Webinar: EBC Water Resources - Challenges Facing our Water Resources Under a Changing Climate, July 23, 9 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This EBC Water Resources program will explore how our drinking water and coastal water resources are being affected by climate change and some of the adaptation and resiliency measures local states an

Filed under: Webinars

New Hampshire Green Building

Keywords: Climate Change,Water Supply,Water Efficiency,EBC Water Resources Committee

0 replies | 1408 views | Posted on: 07/14/2020 | Last updated: 07/14/2020

Webinar: Exploring EV Infrastructure & Fleet Electrification, January 8, 3 - 5 pm PT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts are kicking off their 2024 education calendar with a topic near and dear to our heart - electric vehicles!

Reduced transportation emissions is one of th

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Electric Vehicles,Electrification,Scaling EV Infrastructure

0 replies | 1120 views | Posted on: 11/24/2023 | Last updated: 11/26/2023

Building Science Fundamentals Course, 4 Sessions Online, December 5 - 14, 1-5 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

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 | 539 views | Posted on: 11/10/2023 | Last updated: 11/11/2023

Free Webinar: Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort & Energy Efficiency: Systems, Installation, Ducts & Details, November 16, 9am-1pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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

California Green Building

0 replies | 644 views | Posted on: 10/29/2023 | Last updated: 10/29/2023

Free Webinar: Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for Grid Tied Applications, November 13, 9am-12:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This course teaches the basic vocabulary and technical details of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS). The instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of var

California Green Building

0 replies | 973 views | Posted on: 10/16/2023 | Last updated: 10/16/2023

USGBC's Smart Building Summit, Online, October 26-27

by Hani // Social media manager

Engage with industry experts leading the optimization of integrated, high-performance buildings

On October 26th and 27th, USGBC will host its second digital Smart Building Summit, bringing together

0 replies | 840 views | Posted on: 09/27/2023 | Last updated: 10/25/2023

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials, Online, October 17. 6-9 pm ET

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

Course overview

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials (O&M) provides building professionals with strategies to reduce energy use while improving tenant comfort and health.

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Certification,AIA credits,GBCI,PDH

0 replies | 1679 views | Posted on: 09/13/2023 | Last updated: 09/14/2023

What is the Compressive Strength of ROCKWOOL Insulation?

by Rate It Green Team

 

No, you shouldn’t drive over ROCKWOOL or any other insulation, but apparently people have done it…. 

 

In this video, Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. 

Filed under: Mineral Wool Insulation

Keywords: Insulation,ROCKWOOL,Stone Wool Insulation,Mineral Wool Insulation

0 replies | 1481 views | Posted on: 08/24/2023 | Last updated: 08/13/2024

Free Webinar: USGBC Mountain Region Women in Green Panel Discussion: 2023, August 24, 12:30-2 pm MDT

by Hani // Social media manager

Your words. Your story. The mic is open.

Women in Green is a platform to gather and learn from others across fields and disciplines, generations, and job titles; it’s also a USGBC tradition,

0 replies | 525 views | Posted on: 08/08/2023 | Last updated: 08/08/2023

Online Workshop: The WELL Building Standard Workshop, August 24, 12 pm ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

This half-day introductory workshop will introduce broad audiences to the WELL Building Standard, including its key certification process. The organization and development of the WELL Building Standar

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: clean energy,Healthy Building Materials,Carbon Footprint

0 replies | 885 views | Posted on: 07/16/2023 | Last updated: 07/17/2023

Beyond Redlining Webinar Series, Exploring Historical Patterns of Racism, Presented by the American Bar Association

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The American Bar Association has put together a multi-part free webinar series exploring historical patterns of racism in the context of redlining by exploring the intersections of the Black Live

Filed under: Advocacy

Keywords: Real Estate,Community Development,Redlining

0 replies | 3318 views | Posted on: 08/27/2020 | Last updated: 08/27/2020

Webinar: Smart Energy Homes and Buildings 2020, August 27, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

As the New England region moves towards modernizing our grids to meet the electric demands of the 21st century, it is critical that our homes and buildings also evolve and respond to the modern g

Filed under: The Smart Home

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Smart Buildings,Smart Homes

0 replies | 1391 views | Posted on: 08/12/2020 | Last updated: 08/13/2020

Webinar: A Deep Dive into Air Permitting - Volatile Organic Compound Rules, August 19, 10 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Volatile Organic Compounds are regulated under Part 6 and Part 7 of the state air pollution control rules. Part 6 is applicable to “existing” sources and Part 7 is applicable to “new

MassDEP C&D Subcommittee Meeting - Tuesday, December 6 10-11:30 am, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Attend the Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection (MassDEP) C&D Subcommittee Meeting to learn about the market influence of earning LEED V4 C&D Waste Recycling Credits. The C&D Subcommit…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 608 views | Posted on: 12/01/2016 | Last updated: 12/01/2016

USGBC Big South Presents: Measuring Resilience with RELi, July 21, 11am-12:30pm

by AbbieKnight

USGBC’s Big South communities present how RELi measures resilience in buildings, cities and communities.

Continuing Education: 1.0 GBCI CE hour (LEED-specific BD+C). Pending AIA approval

Filed under: Resilience

Keywords: LEED,Resilience,RELi

0 replies | 1791 views | Posted on: 06/26/2020 | Last updated: 06/26/2020

FREE Webinar: Introduction to Sustainable Forestry Initiative and Green Building, July 8, 12pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Architects and builders choose wood because it is a superior building material. Wood is a beautiful, renewable resource that is easy to work with. It also offers numerous environmental benefits. Using

Filed under: Development

Related to: Wood,Architects ,Designers,Development,Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Wood,Forestry,Green Building Materials

0 replies | 1798 views | Posted on: 06/14/2020 | Last updated: 06/14/2020

Webinar Road to a Resilient Heartland Series: Sustainable Product Manufacturing, June 17, 1:00 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

Sustainable Product Manufacturing - Tools for Measuring Environmental Impacts

There are good reasons for a manufacturer to conduct a Life Cycle Assessment (LCA), Environmental Product Declarat

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: LEED,Sustainability,Sustainable Product Manufacturing,Environmental Impacts,Building Product

0 replies | 1074 views | Posted on: 05/29/2020 | Last updated: 05/29/2020

Webinar: Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors, May 29, 12:00 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

This overview of concrete floor basics shows participants how to get the most from finished concrete floors. Along the way it discusses levels of finish, hardening-densifying and other aspects of fini

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Webinar,Sustainability,Concrete Flooring

0 replies | 1305 views | Posted on: 05/19/2020 | Last updated: 05/20/2020

Going Electric: Retrofitting NYC's Multifamily Buildings, May 7, 9am (Online)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

To achieve a low-carbon future, we’ll need to transition our buildings from burning fossil fuels to using electricity for heating and hot water. This process, known as electrification, will brin

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1087 views | Posted on: 05/02/2020 | Last updated: 05/02/2020

Sign On - USGBC Letter to Support ENERGY STAR, WaterSense & Safer Choice

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC Letter to Support ENERGY STAR, WaterSense & Safer Choice Sign on to Support ENERGY STAR, WaterSense & Safer Choice through USGBC's letter: "On behalf of the businesses and organizations wor…

Filed under: Advocacy

Keywords: EPA,EnergyStar,WaterSense,Safer Choice

0 replies | 2918 views | Posted on: 03/31/2017 | Last updated: 03/31/2017

Denver to require rooftop gardens to reduce heat island effect

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Denver’s status as one of the nation’s most intense urban heat islands has spurred a group of activists to propose a “green roofs” ballot initiative — a measure that could animate environmen…

Filed under: Government Policies

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Green Roofs,Urban Heat Island Effect

0 replies | 5003 views | Posted on: 03/16/2017 | Last updated: 10/13/2017

Event: “Garbage Warrior” - Film Screening, 3/31, 6:30 PM, Manhattan, NY

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

“Garbage Warrior” - Film Screening Friday, March 31, 6:30 PM, Solar 1, 23rd St. at the East River, Manhattan Ticket: $10 “Garbage Warrior (2007) tells the inspiring story of New Mexico eco…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar,Passive House,Sustainable Housing,Recycled Materials

0 replies | 1889 views | Posted on: 03/09/2017 | Last updated: 03/09/2017

What is a High Performance Home?

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

"High performance homes" is a term that’s bandied around a lot. We’ve found that many people don’t really understand exactly what it means or the benefits of owning a high performance home until…

Filed under: Other Whole Building Standards

Keywords: Design,Energy Efficiency,Resilience,High Performance Homes,Whole Life Cycle

0 replies | 15955 views | Posted on: 02/16/2017 | Last updated: 02/16/2017

An Overview of the NYC Retrofit Accelerator by IFMA NYC, Wed, February 8, 12:00 – 1:30 PM EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

An Overview of the NYC Retrofit Accelerator by IFMA NYC, Wed, February 8, 12:00 – 1:30 PM EST The Switzer Group 3 East 54th Street New York, NY 10022 Join IFMA NYC to learn about this fre…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Efficiency,Retrofit,NYC Retrofit Accelerator,IFMA NYC

0 replies | 1187 views | Posted on: 02/02/2017 | Last updated: 02/02/2017

EnergyBar by Greentown Labs and Saint-Gobain, January 26, 5:30-8:30 pm, Somerville

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Greentown Labs and Saint-Gobain for Energy Bar! Thursday, January 26 5:30-8:30 PM at Greentown Labs 28 Dane Street Somerville, MA 02143 This EnergyBar will feature special announcem…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: EnergyBar

0 replies | 1008 views | Posted on: 01/24/2017 | Last updated: 01/24/2017

 

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