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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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Match Made in HVAC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, December 11, 3 - 5 pm ET
In Match Made in HVAC: Choosing the Right Heat Pump for Your Building, you will learn the first steps in transitioning from fossil-fueled heating and cooling systems to heat pumps for energy-effi
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Tour of the Energy Education Center, December 11, Tulare, California
Are you curious about energy efficiency and how it is generated, stored, and distributed? Are you interested in learning more about the latest innovations and technologies in renewable energy? If so,
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Circular economy principles represent the latest phase of sustainable building design, moving beyond efficiency to focus on full material lifecycles. By designing for reuse, repair, and recycling, bui
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Specifying Healthier Materials Beyond Checking Boxes, Online Training, November 13, 12 - 2 pm ET
Specifying materials that meet LEED v4 and v4.1 requirements has gotten easier. However, many projects stop at just meeting these requirements, when we could be doing much better. The course will prov
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Net Zero Conference 2025, October 1, Los Angeles, CA
The 2025 Net Zero Conference will feature global sustainability experts in Climate, Net Zero, ESG, Equity, Carbon, and Resilience. Join us for zero carbon learning opportunities, exciting keynotes, an
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Free Webinar: Intro to Passive House Trades, August 14, 9 - 11:30 am PT
PHN’s Introduction to Passive House Trades course will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics, review of typical construction types, windows and installation, air barriers and
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Free Webinar: How to Talk to Your C-Suite About Carbon Offsets, July 31, 1 pm ET
As the pressure to set emissions targets intensifies and the impetus for meeting net-zero becomes more urgent, organizations are navigating the complex intersection of decarbonization and carbon offse
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Built Environment Plus, Building Tech Forum 2025, July 17, 5-9:30 pm, Medford, Massachusetts
Building Tech Forum 2025 is a series of 45 x 5-minute lightning talks where industry leaders present practical innovations accelerating the sustainable and regenerative design, construction and operat
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PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder Training, March 29-April 2, Chicago, IL
Become a PHIUS Certified Passive House Builder (CPHB)
Superinsulation, airtight envelopes, high-performance window installation, site management, component sourcing—passive house construction
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The EBC 14th Annual Construction and Demolition (C&D) Materials Management Summit continues to be the primary industry forum that explores the state of the industry in New England. C&D materia
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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
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.…
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
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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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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Green Festival Expo: SEPTEMBER 16-18 Los Angeles
Green Festival is back in LA for our 6th year! Join the Green Festival Marketplace by exploring over 250 exhibitors, learning from over 50 inspirational speakers, indulging in some delicious vegan or …
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…
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