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Passive House Primer at Building Energy Exchange, Friday January, 17, NYC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join BE-Ex for the Passive House Primer – an engaging, one-hour seminar on Passive House fundamentals and their application in the NYC market. Available as a free session at the Buildi

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1346 views | Posted on: 01/08/2020 | Last updated: 01/08/2020

USGBC Northern California Webinar: LEED Committee - Learn from Pacific Region Experts, July 28, 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

LEED Committees are composed of expert volunteers from across the country who guide the evolution of LEED. LEED committee volunteers help develop, implement, and revise the LEED rating systems, ensuri

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,Community

0 replies | 1036 views | Posted on: 07/11/2020 | Last updated: 07/11/2020

FREE Greenbuilding Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, July 8, 12pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

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 a well-kept ti

Filed under: Architects

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

Keywords: Architecture,Sustainable Infrastructure,Canopy

0 replies | 1710 views | Posted on: 06/18/2020 | Last updated: 08/20/2020

USGBC Colorado Webinar: Financing Resilience with C-PACE Loans, June 24, 11:45 AM MDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

On September 20, 2019, school children in the Solomon Islands arrived by canoe to their demonstration site to join the 4 million others around the world in the School Strike for Climate. In 2019, 906

FREE Green Building Webinar: Concrete Tile Roofing: Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof Systems, June 9, 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In this one hour course, we will take an in-depth look at the sustainability and energy efficient attributes of concrete tile roofing, including the near zero-waste manufacturing process, life-cycle c

Filed under: Concrete Roof Tile

Keywords: Concrete,Roofing,Concrete Roof TIle,Roof Tile

0 replies | 1791 views | Posted on: 05/28/2020 | Last updated: 05/28/2020

FREE Webinar: A Deeper Dive into Zero Net Carbon Schools, Hosted by NBI, May 14, 10 am-12 pm

by Connie NBI

Building on the overview provided in the Zero Net Carbon Schools webinar hosted on April 1, 2020, this 2-hour webinar will take the place of the previously scheduled in person workshop for S

Filed under: Green Schools

Keywords: Green Schools,Zero Net Carbon Schools

0 replies | 1247 views | Posted on: 05/06/2020 | Last updated: 05/07/2020

FREE Green Building Webinar: Concrete Tile Roofing: Sustainable and Energy Efficient Roof Systems, May 13, 12 pm EDT

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

In this one hour course, we will take an in-depth look at the sustainability and energy efficient attributes of concrete tile roofing, including the near zero-waste manufacturing process, life-cycle c

Filed under: Roofing

Keywords: Roofing,Concrete Tile Roofing

0 replies | 1390 views | Posted on: 04/23/2020 | Last updated: 05/06/2020

"Be Well!' Virtually Visit Maryland's First WELL Gold certified New interiors Project, April 21, 4 pm

by AbbieKnight

Hord Coplan Macht’s new Baltimore office is the first WELL Gold Certified, New and Existing Interiors, project in the state of Maryland. The project also achieved Gold Certification under the LE

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Green Building Tour,WELL Gold Certified,Maryland

0 replies | 1035 views | Posted on: 04/10/2020 | Last updated: 04/11/2020

Nixon Peabody has shared Covid-19 Guidance for Owners and Managers of Multifamily Residential Properties

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

"Owners and managers of multifamily housing properties face the same challenges that all business owners face from the Covid-19 virus—“How do I insure I can keep my business running?&

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1499 views | Posted on: 03/25/2020 | Last updated: 04/02/2020

(postponed - Stay Tuned for New Dates) Michigan Energy Summit, April 21, Grand Rapids, MI

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

The Michigan Energy Summit celebrates the 2019 Michigan Battle of the Buildings ‘biggest losers’ and welcomes the 2020 competitors. The full-day event brings leading building owners &

Filed under: Contests and Votes

Related to: Trade Shows and Events ,Energy Management

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: High Performance Building,Energy Ideas Contest,collaboration

0 replies | 1173 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 03/21/2020

New Jersey Future - Redevelopment Forum 2020, March 6, New Brunswick, NJ

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

New Jersey Future’s annual Redevelopment Forum attracts more than 500 local and state officials, citizen activists, development professionals, architects, attorneys, planners, business lead

Filed under: New Jersey

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 1323 views | Posted on: 03/02/2020 | Last updated: 03/02/2020

NEWIEE Boston's Carbon Capture and Storage Expert Panel and Networking Event, February 24, Boston, MA

by AbbieKnight

Join NEWIEE’s Boston Chapter to learn about the technology of carbon capture and sequester and upcoming carbon capture incentives. Joining will be two expert panel members:

  • Dr. Jennifer Wi

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Change,Technology,carbon capture,Sequester

0 replies | 1928 views | Posted on: 02/05/2020 | Last updated: 02/05/2020

2020 Midwest Energy Solutions Conference, February 26-28, Chicago

by mkilmartin // Intern

Once a year, MEEA invites all energy stakeholders to gather at our annual Midwest Energy Solutions Conference to raise awareness and reinforce the importance of energy efficiency in the Midwest. MES i

Filed under: Energy

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1774 views | Posted on: 01/24/2020 | Last updated: 01/24/2020

July 19th: USDA NRCS Summer Farm Tour Series

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join the USDA NRCS to visit three successful Rhode Island farm businesses with a focus on Farm Energy Programs. Topics will include: •Applying to USDA NRCS for funding and technical assistanc…

Free Event: Reclaiming Our Estuary: The Newtown Creek Experience, 3/9, 4:00PM - 9:00PM, Queens, NY

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Reclaiming Our Estuary: The Newtown Creek Experience by Newtown Creek Alliance Thursday, March 9, 4:00 PM – 9:00 PM EST Location: LaGuardia Community College Little Theater in Shenker Hall …

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Newtown Creek Alliance,Waterways,Queens

0 replies | 722 views | Posted on: 03/09/2017 | Last updated: 03/09/2017

Event: GreenCon 2017 by USGBC Central PA, Thursday, 3/16, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT, Millersville University, PA

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

GreenCon 2017 by USGBC Central PA Thursday, March 16, 8:00 AM – 6:00 PM EDT Tickets: $10 – $120 Location: Millersville University Millersville, PA 17551 GreenCon is USGBC Central Penns…

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: USGBC PA

0 replies | 1073 views | Posted on: 02/24/2017 | Last updated: 02/24/2017

Tour of LEED Westin at Denver International Airport March 16, 2:30 - 4:30pm

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Sustainability at Denver International Airport & Tour of the Westin at DEN When: March 16, 2:30 - 4:30pm Where: Denver International Airport, City Conference Room, 8300 Peña Boulevard, Denver, …

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability

0 replies | 950 views | Posted on: 02/21/2017 | Last updated: 02/21/2017

Career Webinar: How to Get A Job In Sustainability. Thursday, February 2, 2017, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm EST

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Career Webinar: How to Get A Job In Sustainability: Building a Leadership Career in Business, NGOs and Government. Thursday, February 2, 2017, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm EST. Dr. Eban Goodstein, Director…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Webinar,Sustainability

0 replies | 1133 views | Posted on: 01/30/2017 | Last updated: 01/30/2017

Webinar: Sustainability with Trees, Community Canopy Project - Orlando Florida Case Study, 1/19 1-2 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Webinar: Sustainability with Trees, Community Canopy Project - Orlando Florida Case Study Thursday, Jan 19, 2017 1:00 PM - 2:00 PM EST This webinar will explore how distributing trees through a co…

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability,Trees

0 replies | 1591 views | Posted on: 01/18/2017 | Last updated: 01/18/2017

Check out the Living Future Institute's Affordable Housing Toolkit

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The International Living Future Institute (ILFI) has created an Affordable Housing Toolkit. "Everyone, regardless of economic status, should have access to housing that is healthy, safe, affordab…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Living Building Challenge

0 replies | 4109 views | Posted on: 12/07/2016 | Last updated: 12/07/2016

GTM Webinar: Advancing Utility Scale Solar to 1500V and Beyond (12/1 @ 2pmEST)

by aahassonjee

The design, construction, and commissioning of large-scale PV projects present unique challenges that can only be overcome through effective partnerships up and down the solar value chain. In this Gre…

Filed under: Webinars

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1134 views | Posted on: 11/17/2016 | Last updated: 11/28/2016

Sign to Join Toxics Action in Congratulating "Action for a Healthy Holyoke" - From Coal to Solar!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Toxics Action to say "Great Job!" to Action for a Healthy Holyoke! How often do we just get great eco news to make you smile? Here's a chance to join a celebration and congratulation just by …

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: clean energy,Solar Farm

0 replies | 906 views | Posted on: 11/02/2016 | Last updated: 11/02/2016

AIA - Energy Modeling Sessions

by aahassonjee

The American Institute of Architects in New York will be hosting sessions entitled "Demystifying Energy Modeling" to give architects training experience with the modeling process for whole buildings a…

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Architects

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Modeling

0 replies | 934 views | Posted on: 10/15/2016 | Last updated: 10/16/2016

Sustainable Business for Food, Fuel & Energy, Northeast Conference, October 25-26, Lincoln

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Sustainable Business for Food Fuel and Energy NorthEast Conference 2016 October 25 & 26 Twin River Casino 100 Twin River Road Lincoln, RI 02865 This conference will heighten your awareness…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

0 replies | 929 views | Posted on: 09/14/2016 | Last updated: 09/14/2016

A Turning Point in California's Clean Energy Future - Webcast - September 6th, 2016

by JackSawyer // Student

This hour long webcast will cover the proposal to phase out PG&E's production of nuclear power in California by 2025. A coalition of labor leaders, environmental groups, and Pacific Gas and Electr…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

California Green Building

Keywords: Greenbiz,California,Diablo Canyon Nuclear Power Plant,Webcast

0 replies | 1156 views | Posted on: 08/31/2016 | Last updated: 08/31/2016

 

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