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Clean Energy Career Day, Hosted by Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, April 26, Boston, MA

by AbbieKnight

Join MassCEC and Northeastern University at a free event for all Massachusetts college students! Find a paid internship as you network with cutting-edge clean energy companies and atten

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: networking,Clean Energy companies

0 replies | 1429 views | Posted on: 04/09/2019 | Last updated: 04/10/2019

Sustainable Communities Workshop, November 14, Sarasota, FL

by AbbieKnight

The 14th Annual Sustainable Communities Workshop, "Growing Greener Generations," will bring the community together to discuss sustainability priorities.

Expert speakers will provide up-to

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainable Communities

0 replies | 1465 views | Posted on: 10/28/2019 | Last updated: 10/28/2019

Energy Efficiency in the Healthcare Industry, November 22, 2:30-4:30pm, Chicago, IL

by mkilmartin // Intern

Hospitals in the Chicago area are implementing carbon drawdown solutions through holistic energy efficiency studies. 

Join Illinois Green Alliance, People's Gas Energy Efficiency

Filed under: Green Facilities

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,Green Hospitals

0 replies | 1438 views | Posted on: 10/18/2019 | Last updated: 10/18/2019

The Global Symposium on Sustainable Cities and Neighborhoods, October 23-25, Chicago, IL

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Global Symposium on Sustainable Cities and Neighborhoods is an event in preparation for the World Urban Forum in 2020.  It will take place in Urban October, assembling leading

Filed under: Illinois

Illinois Green Building Group

0 replies | 1459 views | Posted on: 10/03/2019 | Last updated: 10/03/2019

The 2019 Green Building Festival, Simple versus Complex: Building in a Changed Climate, October 8, Toronto, ON, Canada

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The building industry has more challenges to meet than ever before and according to the IPCC, we have 12 years to cut carbon emissions almost in half. Simultaneously we need to design for the extremes

0 replies | 792 views | Posted on: 09/23/2019 | Last updated: 09/23/2019

Webinar: An Important Vote for the Climate: 2021 IECC Proposals To Know About, Thursday, September 19, 10–11:30am PDT / 1–2:30pm EDT

by Connie NBI

Join us for a webinar on the 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) update process. During this 90-minute session, experts will outline the best opportunities for achieving substantial ene

Filed under: Information and Resources

Related to: Information and Resources ,Other Green Building - Other

Keywords: Building Codes,Energy Codes

0 replies | 2358 views | Posted on: 08/29/2019 | Last updated: 08/31/2019

Climate Disasters and the Green New Deal, September 3, 5-9 pm, New York, NY

by AidanAnthony // Intern

The increasing frequency and severity of climate disasters around the globe is a great challenge for society, academics, and policy makers. To mitigate climate change, members of Congress have propose

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1569 views | Posted on: 08/06/2019 | Last updated: 08/08/2019

Job Posting: NRDC, Program Assistant - Energy Efficiency for All project (EEFA) Team, Washington, DC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

NRDC is seeking a Program Assistant (PA) to support the Energy Efficiency for All project (EEFA) team. EEFA unites people from diverse sectors and backgrounds to collectively make multifamily affordab

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Green Jobs

0 replies | 823 views | Posted on: 07/23/2019 | Last updated: 07/23/2019

CalGreen And Energy Codes Workshop, August 2, Fresno, CA

by AbbieKnight

In 2008, California became the first state in the nation to include mandatory green building requirements in its building code. This groundbreaking step meant that every structure built in the state &

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy Code,Green Building Standards

0 replies | 1801 views | Posted on: 07/09/2019 | Last updated: 07/10/2019

ASES Solar 2019, August 5, Minneapolis, MN

by AbbieKnight

Midweast Renewable Energy Association (MREA) partners with the American Solar Energy Society in the race against time to take urgent climate action. Join at the conference, and attend one of our

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Solar,Renewable Energy

0 replies | 1177 views | Posted on: 06/19/2019 | Last updated: 06/19/2019

Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Program, Collection Events June - September, Los Angeles County

by AbbieKnight

The Household Hazardous and Electronic Waste Collection Program (HHW) gives Los Angeles County residents a legal and cost-free way to dispose of unwanted household chemicals that cannot be disposed of

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Ewaste

0 replies | 1977 views | Posted on: 06/03/2019 | Last updated: 06/03/2019

Greentown Labs Demo Day 2019, Somerville, MA, June 7

by AbbieKnight

Join on Friday, June 7 for the unique opportunity to explore the Global Center for Cleantech Innovation, meet the growing startup community, and hear from impressive keynote speake

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Cleantech,Innovation,Technology

0 replies | 2149 views | Posted on: 05/11/2019 | Last updated: 05/11/2019

Have Dinner with 2015 NESEA Challenge Winner Spartan Giordano, May 6, 6-8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Building Dinner with 2015 NESEA Challenge Winner Wednesday, May 6, 2015 - 6-8 pm Yarde Tavern 3 Hadley St 01075 South Hadley, MA This event features a presentation by special guest Sparta…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Related to: Electrical Component Recycling

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: NESEA

0 replies | 1217 views | Posted on: 04/29/2015 | Last updated: 05/03/2015

3 Agawam Power providers Pay $8.5 Million in fines for Tampering with Pollution Equipment in Violation of the Clean Air Act

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Berkshire Power Co., and plant operator Power Plant Management Services, and former plant operator EthosEnergy Power Plant Services have agreed to pay $8.5 million in fines for deliberately tampering …

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Clean Air Act,Federal Energy Regulatory Commission,Berkshire Power Company

0 replies | 892 views | Posted on: 04/12/2016 | Last updated: 04/12/2016

LED Lighting Upgrade of TD Garden in Boston Completed by Osram Sylvania

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Did you know that the TD Garden has undergone a significant LED lighting retrofit? The project, implemented by SYLVANIA Lighting Solutions of Wilmington, MA, included an audit and survey of the exist…

Filed under: LED Lighting

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: LED,Lighting,Retrofit

0 replies | 2603 views | Posted on: 03/11/2016 | Last updated: 03/11/2016

Vanguard Series @USGBC MA: E+, Key ​Secrets to ​Success with Net Positive Development Part 1: Residential, March 2, 8:30 am, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Vanguard Series: E+, Key ​Secrets to ​Success with Net Positive Development Part 1: Residential, March 2, 8:30 am, Boston March 2, 8:30 am-1:30 pm 50 Milk St, 14th Floor "Dali" Conf Room Bos…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Related to: Software

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Energy,Net Positive,Residential Construction

0 replies | 1015 views | Posted on: 02/21/2016 | Last updated: 02/21/2016

2016 ACI New York Regional Home Performance Conference - February 9-10, Saratoga Springs, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 2016 ACI New York Regional Home Performance Conference is coming to Saratoga Springs, NY on Feb. 9-10! Mark your calendar and make your plans to join us for an exciting experience, from the be…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Home Performance

0 replies | 1559 views | Posted on: 02/05/2016 | Last updated: 02/05/2016

Boston Area Solar Energy Association Forum Thursday 1/14. 7 pm What Does #COP21 Mean to You?

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

What Does Paris Mean to You? Thursday January 14th, 2016 Doors open at 7:00 PM Presentation begins at 7:30 PM The 2015 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP21) delivered the historic Paris…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Boston Area Solar Energy Association,NESEA

0 replies | 1579 views | Posted on: 01/09/2016 | Last updated: 01/11/2016

Greentown Labs EnergyBar! Thursday, December 3 5:30pm - 8:30pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Greentown Labs EnergyBar! Thursday, December 3 5:30pm - 8:30pm Greentown Labs 28 Dane Street, Somerville, MA 02143 About EnergyBar: EnergyBar is a monthly event devoted to helping people in…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 998 views | Posted on: 11/30/2015 | Last updated: 11/30/2015

MIT announces new 5-year plan to address problem of climate change

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

The Massachusetts Institute of Technology will not stop investments in fossil fuel companies, going against students, faculty, and activists. University President L. Rafael Reif explains in a call wit…

Filed under: Climate Change

0 replies | 2092 views | Posted on: 10/31/2015 | Last updated: 10/31/2015

Boston Globe Editorial - Save the Solar Incentives

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

It was great to see the Boston Globe supporting solar incentives in an editorial this Sunday. The Globe points out that the town of Easton generated $200,000 for schools and roads when they put solar …

Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Renewable Energy,Solar Power,The Boston Globe

0 replies | 1920 views | Posted on: 10/09/2015 | Last updated: 10/09/2015

California Passes Legislation to Procure 50% Renewable Energy by 2030

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

On September 11, the California legislature made history by passing SB 350, a plan to to procure at least 50 percent of the state's electricity from renewable energy sources, including wind and solar,…

Filed under: News

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,Renewable Energy,California

0 replies | 2073 views | Posted on: 09/16/2015 | Last updated: 09/16/2015

Strategies for Deploying Energy Efficient Technologies

by Chelsea W. // Student

Date: August 4th Time: 6:00 PM- 8:00 PM Location: Knoll 1330 Avenue of the Americas, 2nd Floor New York, NY 10019 Energy-efficient technologies, such as combined heat and power (CHP), solar, ge…

Filed under: Other Green Building Renewable Energy - Other

Related to: Safety

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,New York Events

0 replies | 1662 views | Posted on: 07/27/2015 | Last updated: 07/27/2015

Living Product Expo Sepemtber 16-19, Pittsburgh, PA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Inspiring a Materials Revolution September 16 – 18, 2015 David L. Lawrence Convention Center | 1000 Fort Duquesne Blvd. | Pittsburgh, PA Living Product Challenge is a new program that re-imag…

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: International Living Future Institute

0 replies | 881 views | Posted on: 06/26/2015 | Last updated: 06/26/2015

 

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