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Solar and Energy Storage Northeast, February 19-20, Boston, MA

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

Solar and Energy Storage Northeast is the largest forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle i

Filed under: Solar Energy

Related to: Energy Management

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Boston,Solar Energy,Energy Storage

0 replies | 3341 views | Posted on: 12/05/2019 | Last updated: 12/05/2019

Envision SP - Certification for Sustainable Infrastructure, 2-Day Online Training, March 20-21

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The Envision Framework is a globally recognized approach to sustainable infrastructure and certification processes. The ENV SP designation is becoming an increasingly important credential for any prof

California Green Building

0 replies | 840 views | Posted on: 02/10/2025 | Last updated: 03/11/2025

Free Webinar: Manual J Load Calculation: Intro to Sizing Heating and Cooling Systems, February 5, 12-1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Properly sized heating and cooling systems help ensure HVAC runs more efficiently and dehumidifiers better and may reduce system costs. Some codes, energy, and green programs also require this. Meetin

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 543 views | Posted on: 01/25/2025 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

2025 Hot Water & Hot Air Forums, March 4-6, Portland, Oregon

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

ACEEE’s Hot Air and Hot Water Forums are the nation’s premier policy and technical conferences devoted to improving efficiency and decarbonizing space and water heating. The Forums bring t

0 replies | 647 views | Posted on: 01/02/2025 | Last updated: 01/21/2025

Free Online Class, Remote Intro to Hydroponic Class (Grow Endless Food Indoors using LEDs), December 28, 7-8 pm EST

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Are you ready to embark on an exciting journey of indoor hydroponic gardening? Join them for an informative and interactive event where we'll delve into the fascinating world of hydroponics a

0 replies | 649 views | Posted on: 12/09/2024 | Last updated: 12/10/2024

Free Webinar: Building Electrification Fundamentals - Financial Costs and Benefits of the BE/FS Transition, December 12, 10 am - 12 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Interested in transforming your building to a clean, safe, and healthy all-electric structure but hesitant due to the cost? What are the costs to install and operate this equipment? Are there incentiv

California Green Building

0 replies | 679 views | Posted on: 11/20/2024 | Last updated: 11/20/2024

Free Two-Part Webinar: Transportation Electrification and its Impacts on the Built Environment, November 18 & 20, 9-11 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This course describes how the push to electrify transportation can impact the grid. Participants will explore the impact of electric vehicles (EVs) on building operations and the potential cascade eff

California Green Building

0 replies | 541 views | Posted on: 10/31/2024 | Last updated: 10/31/2024

Free Online Training: Commissioning Heat Pump Systems: Fundamentals and System Types, October 30, 9:30-1:30 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This training series will focus on the design, commissioning and operational issues associated with heat pumps and heat pump systems with a focus on how this type of equipment can facilitate electrifi

California Green Building

0 replies | 745 views | Posted on: 10/09/2024 | Last updated: 10/09/2024

Free Webinar: Evolving Financing Structures in the Energy Transition, October 17, 1-2pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Are you interested in learning more about financing and investments related to the clean energy transition?

This webinar features a panel of leaders working on financing clean energy. Hear about th

0 replies | 833 views | Posted on: 09/14/2024 | Last updated: 09/14/2024

7th Annual CxEnergy Conference & Expo (Now Virtual), April 6-9

by mkilmartin // Intern

Virtual CxEnergy (More Info Coming Soon!)

The 7th annual CxEnergy Conference & Expo, April 6-9, 2020 in San Diego, provides more topical, in-depth educational presentations than ever for c

Filed under: Energy

California Green Building

0 replies | 1741 views | Posted on: 02/21/2020 | Last updated: 03/27/2020

Green Heating And Cooling With Heat Pumps In West Concord, February 29, Concord, MA

by mkilmartin // Intern

Electrifying your home’s heating system with a heat pump is one of the most effective ways to reduce your overall carbon footprint and make your home more comfortable. Learn about cold-climate a

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2015 views | Posted on: 01/31/2020 | Last updated: 02/01/2020

Zero Waste Events: Tips & Tools, February 12, Pittsburgh, PA

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

Join for an introduction to Zero Waste.  Speaker Kara Magoolaghan will present on the TRUE Zero Waste Rating System, how it relates to facility operations, and give anecdotal examples for ho

Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture, September 10-12, 2020

by Lydia Wagner AGRI 2020 // AGRI 2021

Magnus Group takes a huge gratification to welcome you for “Global Conference on Agriculture and Horticulture” AGRI 2020 scheduled during September 10-12, 2020 in Paris, France.

 Agriculture

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 787 views | Posted on: 12/26/2019 | Last updated: 01/06/2020

Special Event to Celebrate a New Netzero home for Marine Corps Veteran Marc Ewings and his Family, Worcester, MA - April 1, 1-3 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Special Event to Celebrate a New Netzero home for the Ewings April 1, 2016, 1-3 pm 79 Kendig Street Worcester, MA Introductions by Tim Firment of Habitat for Humanity, MetroWest/Greater Worceste…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,National Grid,Habitat for Humanity,Worcester

0 replies | 2490 views | Posted on: 03/20/2016 | Last updated: 03/20/2016

Turf Removal Class, Part of the Landscape Transformation Series, January 25, Torrance, CA

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

Learn how to remove your turf and succesfully convert your landscape into a sustainable rought-tolerant garden. The classes will help you understand and meet rebate program requirements.

 

Filed under: Government Policies

California Green Building

Keywords: Landscape,Turf Removal

0 replies | 1631 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/18/2019

LEED 201: Core Concepts & Strategies & LEED Green Associate Exam Preparation with USGBC NJ, November 14-15, Edison

by MVillere

DATE & TIME:
Nov 14th and 15th, 9:00 AM – 1:00 PM BOTH DAYS

(Check-in at 8:45 AM)

AVAILBLE IN-PERSON
IN-PERSON LOCATION: Associated Construction Contractors of NJ Offices
91 Fieldc


Filed under: Education

0 replies | 957 views | Posted on: 11/04/2019 | Last updated: 11/04/2019

Living Building Challenge 4.0: Pittsburgh, December 12 Pittsburgh, PA

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

The Living Building Challenge is a philosophy, advocacy tool, and certification program that addresses development at all scales. LBC 4.0 is a holistic approach to high-performance building that aims

14th International Conference on Green Buildings- Mumbai, IND (10/6-8)

by aahassonjee

The 14th International Conference on Green Buildings will be held at the Hotel Grand Hyatt in Mumbai, India on from October 6-8 this year! Registration and accommodation information can be found he…

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 657 views | Posted on: 09/12/2016 | Last updated: 09/12/2016

Electric Car Charging Stations Surpass Gas Stations in Japan

by JackSawyer // Student

A survey conducted by Nissan has found that there are now more electric charging stations than gas stations in Japan. The survey revealed that there are more than 40,000 electric stations in compariso…

Filed under: Transportation

Keywords: Survey,Japan,Electric Vehicles,Charging stations,nissan

0 replies | 2317 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

TOMORROW: Green Tour of Village Elementary School

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The USGBC NJ Green Schools Committee in collaboration with the NJ School Boards Association is pleased to present an educational tour of the Village Elementary School addition project in the West Wind…

The First US Climate Change Refugees - A New Reality

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

To many Americans, the idea of “climate refugees” and displacement due to rising sea levels and changing environmental conditions seems like an impossible fantasy that only happens in far off Isla…

The US Must Combat Food Waste Now

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

If you had to take a guess of how much food produced in America is wasted, what would it be? 5%? Maybe 15%? Believe it or not, 40% of all food produced in America is wasted according to a widely cited…

Will The Sun Shine on Tesla’s Acquisition of SolarCity?

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The cleantech-savvy vanguard, Elon Musk of Tesla Motors, recently offered to buy his cousin Lyndon Rive's company, SolarCity, in an unexpected deal that values the solar installer at more than $2.5 bi…

Filed under: News

Related to: Information and Resources

Keywords: Cleantech,Solar,Renewable Energy,Tesla,Elon Musk,SolarCity,Green News

0 replies | 3228 views | Posted on: 06/22/2016 | Last updated: 06/22/2016

Sumer BBQ - Get to Know the USGBC MA! Thursday, June 23, 5:30 pm- Cambridge, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC Massachusetts, Summer BBQ Thursday, June 23, 5:30 pm North Point Park - 6 Museum Way, Cambridge, MA 02141 Come join the USGBC MA Chapter for a Summer Networking Event! There will be craft…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: USGBC MA

0 replies | 900 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 07/23/2016

USGBCMA Emerging Professionals - Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup - April 30th - All are Welcome!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBCMA Emerging Professionals - Annual Earth Day Charles River Cleanup April 30, - 9 am (some information suggests 8 am?) Join the EPMA's on April 30th, 2016 for our Annual Earth Day Charles Riv…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 660 views | Posted on: 04/21/2016 | Last updated: 04/21/2016

 

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