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Water Conservation Showcase 2020 (Day 1) July 21, 9 am - 1:20 pm PST

by Allan Robles // Enabling Building Portfolio Sustainability

The Water Conservation Showcase is a free virtual event and is organized through the combined efforts of the U.S. Green Building Council Northern California, East Bay Municipal Utility District, the S

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1778 views | Posted on: 05/28/2020 | Last updated: 06/23/2020

AHR Expo, January 22 - 24, Chicago, Illinois

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The AHR Expo brings together manufacturers & suppliers of all sizes & specialties to share ideas and showcase the future of HVACR technology. It’s the industry’s best place for OEM

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1136 views | Posted on: 12/16/2023 | Last updated: 12/16/2023

Free Virtual Green Marketing Roundtable, Green Brand Building, with SCE & Franklin Energy, January 8, 10 am - 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

"Green Eileen" will host a series of Green Real Estate Marketing Roundtables, with surprise energy-efficiency guests joining for some sessions. She will guide Real Estate Professionals throu

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Business Development,Energy Efficiency,Real Estate,Marketing

0 replies | 1275 views | Posted on: 11/24/2023 | Last updated: 11/26/2023

2023 Great Lakes PFAS Summit, Online, December 5-7, 8am- 4:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to present some of the biggest challenges in chemical contamination across the world. States throughout the nation, including the Great Lakes r

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 770 views | Posted on: 11/10/2023 | Last updated: 11/10/2023

SmartCities Connect, November 28-30, Washington, DC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Smart cities have evolved from a futuristic vision into a tangible reality, creating fundamental impact for people and the planet. From pilot projects that showcase innovative technologies to enduring

0 replies | 603 views | Posted on: 10/29/2023 | Last updated: 10/29/2023

Free Webinar: Let's Talk Trash: Achieving Zero Waste for Healthier Communities, November 8, 12 - 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Conservation Law Foundation's (CLF)  Zero Waste Project strives to protect New England communities and our environment from the dangers posed by unsustainable waste practices. These

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 836 views | Posted on: 10/16/2023 | Last updated: 10/16/2023

Free Webinar: PV + Batteries: Integrating Storage with Grid-Tied PV Systems, October 21, 9 am-12:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Recent developments with building codes, safety requirements, utility rate structures, state incentives, and federal tax credit legislation have led to ever-greater installations of energy storage sys

California Green Building

0 replies | 964 views | Posted on: 09/27/2023 | Last updated: 09/27/2023

Free PG&E Webinar: Mini Split Design, Installation, & Performance (2 Part Series), October 10-11, 9am - 12:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Mini Splits – small inverter driven split system heat pumps are gaining market share rapidly. They claim the highest efficiencies of any compressor-based heating and cooling systems and they are

California Green Building

0 replies | 767 views | Posted on: 09/13/2023 | Last updated: 09/13/2023

How Effective is ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation Against Water?

by Rate It Green Team

 

What happens to ROCKWOOL stone mineral or stone wool insulation when it gets wet? This is an important question, as insulation is installed on the outside of the house, on the roof, on t

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Resiliency,Water,Insulation,Resilience,ROCKWOOL,Building Envelope,Stone Wool Insulation,Mineral Wool Insulation

0 replies | 3258 views | Posted on: 08/24/2023 | Last updated: 08/13/2024

USGBC Arkansas Webinar: Light Pollution: from Darksky to Safety, how LEED Can Help, August 24, 1-2:30 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Light Pollution and the Science behind it.

Get ready for Dark Sky nights and the many festivals of light throughout Autumn, with an in-depth look at light pollution. This webinar will look at LEED

0 replies | 904 views | Posted on: 08/08/2023 | Last updated: 08/08/2023

Webinar: Designing and Modeling New Net Zero Homes on Urban Sites Friday, July 17, 12pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Build It Green is hosting Designing and Modeling New Net Zero Homes on Urban Sites presented by Architect Alison Kendall and GreenPoint Rater Mila Sergeeva, of Kendall Architecture. In this

Filed under: Green Point Rated

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainability,Green Homes,Net Zero Homes

0 replies | 2133 views | Posted on: 07/07/2020 | Last updated: 07/07/2020

Creating Green Buildings, Hosted by Greater Boston Association of REALTORS on Facebook Live, June 25, 2pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This virtual event will walk you through an active 6-unit construction site, built to Passive House standards and developed by Z Capital Investments.

The panelists will discuss the construction of

Filed under: Real Estate

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Real Estate,Green Real Estate

0 replies | 1118 views | Posted on: 06/19/2020 | Last updated: 06/19/2020

Visible Green Home® The 713 Project - ‘For the Journey' Virtual Tour, June 27, 11 am EDT

by Architectural Resource, LLC

Visible Green Home® Tour is very excited to present a virtual continuation of the event series on The 713 Project - ‘For the Journey’. This new home construction project in Dexter, Michigan is r

Filed under: Architects

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: DOE Zero Energy Ready,USGBC, LEED

0 replies | 1927 views | Posted on: 06/08/2020 | Last updated: 06/25/2020

Green Building Service Opportunity in Boston, November 19: Help Weatherize with YouthBuild Boston and USGBCMA, this Thanksgiving Season

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

YouthBuild Boston and the USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee MA Chapter 2016 Winterization Service Project Saturday, November 19 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 27 Centre Street Boston, MA 021…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Boston,Community Service,Weatherization,YouthBuild USA, Inc.,YouthBuild Boston

0 replies | 1535 views | Posted on: 10/17/2016 | Last updated: 11/02/2016

USGBC Webinar: Make Energy Cents - Residential Energy Tips to Help Lower Costs, May 21, 2-3:30 PM EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

Join the Residential Energy Program Manager from Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection for an interactive presentation. 

When it comes to your utility bill, you may

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Energy Conservation,Online Business Classes,EmPower Maryland program,Montgomery County Energy Connection

0 replies | 1166 views | Posted on: 05/12/2020 | Last updated: 05/13/2020

Virtual Citizen Participation Meeting - World's First Living Building & Passive Multi-family, GreenHome Institute, May 7, 2020 from 4:30-6pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar is a specific Ann Arbor Michigan Citizen Participation meeting aimed to introduce the project to the public and solicit commentary for the City of Ann Arbor’s planning process. Howe

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Living Building Challenge,Passive House,Living Building,GreenHome Institute

0 replies | 1538 views | Posted on: 04/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2020

International Well Building Institute (IWBI) - Free Places Matter Webcast Series - Part 4: Mental Resilience, April 15, 12 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

PLACES MATTER FOR
Mental Resilience

Cultivating resilience through mindful practice

With managers looking for new ways to support their teams virtually, parents becoming teachers overnight, une


Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Building,Health,Healthy Buildings,Mental Health,Wellness

0 replies | 1789 views | Posted on: 04/11/2020 | Last updated: 04/19/2020

FREE Webinar - Daylighting by Design, April 7, 12pm EDT

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

This course discusses the benefits of a thoughtfully- designed light control system and how to make it work for your project's natural-lighting and shading needs. The discussion emphases implementing

Filed under: Education

Emerging Green Professionals

0 replies | 1774 views | Posted on: 03/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/09/2020

Air-Source Heat Pumps, Mini-Splits, and Heat Pump Water Heaters Seminar, April 24, Natick, MA (*Now a Webinar)

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

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As a result of recent health and safety concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, this seminar will also be offered as a live webinar.

To register for the online webinar, please foll

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Heat Pumps,Minisplit,Course

0 replies | 2527 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 03/21/2020

Event: Thermal Bridge Modelling for Intermediate Users, 4/14, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST, New York

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Thermal Bridge Modelling for Intermediate Users by New York Passive House Friday, April 14, 6:30 PM – 8:00 PM EST Tickets: $25 Ready to step up your technical skills game? Join NYPH member, E…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Thermal Bridges,NY Passive House,Modelling

0 replies | 2074 views | Posted on: 04/06/2017 | Last updated: 04/06/2017

250 Ivy League courses you can take online right now for free!

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

The 8 Ivy League schools are among the most prestigious colleges in the world. They include Brown, Harvard, Cornell, Princeton, Dartmouth, Yale, and Columbia universities, and the University of Pennsy…

Filed under: Online Courses

Keywords: Online Courses,Ivy League Courses

0 replies | 3012 views | Posted on: 02/13/2017 | Last updated: 02/13/2017

NYC Retrofit Accelerator Trainings: Heating & Air Sealing; Water Conservation & Plumbing; Energy Efficiency Electrical, February 8, 15, 16

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

NYC Retrofit Accelerator Trainings: Heating and Air Sealing; Water Conservation and Plumbing; Energy Efficiency Electrical Heating: Wednesday, February 8 and Thursday, February 9, 9:00 am to 3:00 p…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: NYC Retrofit Accelerator,Training event

0 replies | 1402 views | Posted on: 01/30/2017 | Last updated: 01/31/2017

National Association of Realtors Green Designation Course, March 29-30, Nashua NH

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

National Association of Realtors Green Designation Course, March 29-30 Presented by New Hampshire Association of Realtors (NHAR) Wednesday, March 29- Thursday March, 30, 2017 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM …

Filed under: New Hampshire

New Hampshire Green Building

Keywords: NAR Green Designation,Green Real Estate

0 replies | 1401 views | Posted on: 01/19/2017 | Last updated: 01/19/2017

GTM Webinar: 3 Ways Cellular PV System Monitoring Will Improve Your Bottom Line (12/8 @ 2PM EST)

by aahassonjee

Gaining insight and control over your PV installations is crucial to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction in an uncertain solar market. With many options to choose from, one proven way is mi…

Filed under: Webinars

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 788 views | Posted on: 11/28/2016 | Last updated: 11/29/2016

Passive House Days New York Passive House, Open House at 153rd St, Sunday November 13, 3 pm, #NYC

by aahassonjee

Passive House Days New York Passive House Open House November 13, 3 pm, #NYC 542W 153rd St New York, NY As part of the annual Passive House Days in New York series, an open house will be held …

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 711 views | Posted on: 11/03/2016 | Last updated: 11/09/2016

 

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