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Solar & Energy Storage Midwest Conference, November 13-15, Chicago, IL
Solar and Energy Storage Midwest is featuring energy storage, wind, and installer-specific content. Join solar industry leaders and professionals from the region and gain insight into the latest trend
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Top Factors for Selecting New Windows
How do you decide what windows you need? Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. shares some top considerations, but first he reminds us that every client, every job, every building, an
RE+ Midwest, November 14-15, Chicago, Illinois
RE+ Midwest is the largest forum for professionals dedicated to the integration of solar, storage, and additional renewable energy assets like wind energy and electric vehicle infrastructure in t
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On the average Californians consume less water than the residents of other states. Even so there is a need for us to conserve even more water. The construction community has an opportunity to further
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Free CE Webinar: Multifamily Electrification: Change is Coming Fast, October 4, 12-1 pm
As the planet warms—with ever-worsening heat waves, hurricanes, and wildfires—there is growing awareness of the need to curb climate-changing greenhouse gas emissions. This is why, in a fe
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Free Webinar: Incorporating Climate-Change Responsive Design, September 20, 2 pm
As climate change makes Green Builder Media environment less hospitable and more unpredictable, it is crucial to design homes & buildings that can respond to the change and stand up to the ever-gr
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The demands for high-performance, net zero, resilient design are growing. A key element to meeting these demands in the collaborative design process is the design “charrette” or workshop.
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Free Webinar: Getting to Know Fitwel Certification, July 26, 10 am ET
Creating healthier and more sustainable built environments has become a key priority for organizations worldwide. Fitwel Certification, a leading global building rating system, offers a comprehensive
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Yestermorrow Design/Build School Course: Timber Framing, July 22 - 28, Waitsfield, Vermont
Over the last two decades, the historic craft of timber framing in residential construction has experienced a revival. Experience the fundamentals of designing and constructing a timber frame using mo
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LowC3 Conference, October 5-6 (Now Online!)
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Event organizers are planning to host this event in Lexington in fall 2020. Stay tuned for new dates.
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The University of Kentuc
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FREE WEBINAR: Powering Your Home With Solar Energy, December 10, 7:00PM CST
Find out how you can shine with solar energy, even if you do not always get direct sunlight. In this discussion with an Illinois Solar Energy Association Solar Ambassador, you will learn:
- How so
All-Day LEED for Homes Workshop, December 10, Grand Rapids, MI
LEED certification is the most well-known green rating system in the world, but how does the new version work with residential spaces such as homes and multifamily?
Join as they take you
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VW and Vehicles Expo, December 6, Cocoa, FL
An event focused on Florida's Volkswagen Mitigation Plan and alternative fuel vehicle technology.
About this Event:
- Morning State Plan update and alt fuel technology sessions
- Meet wit
Annual Meeting - Colorado Green Building Guild - 2/3 5:30 - 8 pm
Colorado Green Building Guild - Annual Meeting Join your fellow Guild Members at our Annual Member Meeting. You will enjoy refreshments, hear presentations from board member nominees, and meet ne…
2019 Northwest Green Building Slam + Summit, Seattle, WA, October 25-26
This October, the Northwest EcoBuilding Guild presents the 2019 Northwest Green Building Slam + Summit at Kane Hall on the University of Washington Campus.
The Slam: "10 Presenters, 10 Slide
Sustainable Job Opportunity: Stormwater Training Coordinator, Audubon, RI
Summary: The Audubon Society of Rhode Island (Audubon) is seeking a qualified candidate to oversee the launch of the Providence Stormwater Innovation Center at Roger Williams Park (Innovation Center).
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BuildingEnergy NYC, September 26, New York, NY
Now in its seventh year, BuildingEnergy NYC is a conference designed by and for practitioners in the fields of high-performance building and design, energy efficiency, and renewable energy.
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July 14th & August 11th: Nature Storytime for Sprouts - Individual Classes
Children ages 3-6 and their adult caregivers are invited to join Duke Farms in Hillsborough Township, NJ for a 90 minute nature themed monthly program. Each month Duke Farms' “sprouts” will use th…
Land Science Educator Network: Now Accepting Applications for the 2016-2017 School Year!
LandScience: Urban Planning Through a Virtual Internship!! 2016 - 2017 School Year Apply Now Mass Audubon and the University of Wisconsin are currently looking for environmental educators and o…
June 22nd: Energy Connections: State Efficiency Standards And Their Business Impact
EVENT DETAILS Many states, including Colorado, have energy efficiency resource standards that set specific long-term targets for electric utility’s energy savings. We’ll hear from several multi…
Putting a Price on Carbon, June 9, 6-7:30 pm, Amherst, Massachusetts
Mary Jo Maffei of "Climate Action Now" will discuss using carbon pricing to incentivize shifting from fossil fuels to things like locally-made biodiesel. Appetizers are on your host - guests cover …
Women and the Environment, "Ladies Lounge," April 21, 6:30-8:30- PM, Boston
GA + WEWORK + JUST US GALS Present: Ladies Lounge Women and the Environment, April 21, 6:30-8:3- PM, Boston GA Boston 51 Melcher Street Boston , MA 02210 On the eve of Earth Day, celebrate…
Department of Energy's Better Buildings Summit 2016, May 9-11 - Multifamily Track
Department of Energy, Better Buildings Summit 2016 May 9-11, 2016 in Washington D.C. The Better Buildings Summit is a national meeting where leading organizations across key sectors showcase solut…
Party for a Great Cause: Equinox - Vote Solar's Annual Celebration: 3/17, 6 pm, San Francisco
VOTE SOLAR'S ANNUAL CELEBRATION & FUNDRAISER, 3/17 - 6 pm Come check out a Great party for a great cause called Equinox located in San Francisco California. Vote Solar is excited to be honoring U.…
Western Massachusetts Green Consortium, Green Night The Green Communities Act February 10 at 5pm Platform Sports Bar 125A Pleasant Street, Northampton, MA. Join us at the Platform Sports B…
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