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Latin America: Healthy Materials for Sustainable Buildings, April 4th in San Jose, Costa Rica
The Costa Rica Collaborative hosts a panel of experts: ILFI’s James Connelly, Mohawk’s George Bandy, and Annie Bevan from Superior Essex to speak on the future of healthy materials for sus
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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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This webinar is offered in partnership with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E). The decarbonization of universities, colleges, and schools is a hot topic and conjures up the following questions:
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Emerald Evening 2023, September 21, 5:30-9:30 pm, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Join Green Building Alliance to celebrate three decades of healthy and high-performing spaces in Western Pennsylvania!
At this year’s event, Green Building Alliance is h
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Free Webinar: How to Electrify Your Home – Planning Considerations, September 12, 4-6 pm
Homeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired to electric-powered appliances). When done correctly, home electrification brings a plethora of benefits
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The consumer mindset around what is desired in a home is constantly evolving. Review the latest survey insights from homeowners and single-family renters from around the country. Dive deep into energy
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Use the promo code IGA23 at checkout to receive the member price of $25!
Join BOMA Chicago and Illinois Green Alliance for a timely half-day summit exploring industry trends and best prac
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YMCA Green Building Program provides the skills training required to work successfully in the Green Building Construction industry. Training focuses on pre-employment preparation, hands-on training fo
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How can commercial restroom design reduce touchpoints, promote proper hand hygiene, and reduce the spread of infection? This course explores this timely question. Attendees will first hear an overview
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This training provides a general overview of energy modeling, including the following:
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The history of whole building simulation and the underlying building science
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Applications o
North American Passive House Network (NAPHN) Annual Conference + Expo, June 27-29, NYC, NY
The NAPHN19 Conference will investigate how professionals and policymakers are implementing Passive House, at scale, today.
From fully certified buildings to rethinking how their work and built env
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Portland: Manufacturers for Transparency, May 30, Portland, OR
Manufacturers for Transparency (MfT) is co-hosting this event with the Portland Material Transparency Collaborative (PMTC) to kick-off the new manufacturers group and better understand the various &ls
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Careers in Energy Today, Tomorrow, & Beyond, April 25, Boston, MA
IEEE PES Women in Power (WiP) and Worcester Polytechnic Institute (WPI) are hosting a panel discussion on April 25, 2019 5:00PM-8:00PM at WPI Seaport in Boston: Careers in Energy Today, Tomorrow,
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Westward Group Alternative Energy Tokyo: No excuse for inaction on emissions
The latest report by the United Nations panel on climate change may not offer any new surprises concerning the threats posed by global warming, but it does remind us that doing too little, or waiting …
Resilience is the capacity to survive and thrive in the face of stressors and shocks. Learn what that means in real life, and how to become more resilient as individuals, organizations and communities
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Panel Discussion: The Future of Sustainable & Resilient Developments, February 7th in Miami, FL
A panel on the Future of Sustainable and Resilient Developments. Hear perspectives from Developers, Designers, Consultants and Lawyers.
Presented by OBMI Architecture along with ULI, AIA, USGBC
There are varied material options available for restrooms, locker rooms, and other applications. Learn about HDPE, its physical attributes, composition, design options and sustainable contributions to
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REEBA Roundtable, January 18th, Hartford, CT, 7:30-9:30 am
Join REEBA for a discussion
with Bryan Garcia, President & CEO of the CT Green Bank and
Co-Chair of Gov-Elect Lamont's Energy Transition Committee.
This is an exciti
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White House Announces NY Passive House Initiative
From the White House: http://1.usa.gov/1Ee0b1U For more information: http://nypassivehouse.org/white-house-announces-passive-house-initiative/ New York State Homes and Community Renewal (HCR) has …
Living Product Expo in Pittsburgh
Date: September 16-18, 2015 Location: David L. Lawrence Convention Center in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania The Living Product Expo is a groundbreaking new event that will bring together leading minds…
Last week a monumental decision was made in New York State to officially ban high-volume hydraulic fracturing (or “fracking”). Included in this decision was the release of the findings from the se…
EcoDistricts: Director of Marketing + Communications - Apply by June 19!
The EcoDistricts team works hard to help create just, sustainable and resilient cities and neighborhoods for all, and we appreciate your interest in helping us accelerate the EcoDistricts movement. We…
Deep Energy Retrofits - Lessons from the Field, May 12, 2015, 6:30-8 pm, BSA, Boston
Deep Energy Retrofits - Lessons from the Field May 12, 2015 | 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM Price: This meeting is free and open to all Where: BSA Space, 290 Congress Street, Boston A panel of remodelers wi…
2015 Greenovate Boston Community Summit! Saturday, June 6
2nd Annual Greenovate Boston Community Summit Saturday, June 6, 2015 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM What Are You Doing on June 6th? Save the date for the 2015 Greenovate Boston Community Summit! This ye…
Trade in that coffin for an Organic Burial "Pod" that help people become nutrients for new and growing trees? This is an idea Italian designers came up with. Do we want to "turn our loved ones into …
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