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Comprehensive Green Roof: Beyond Extensive and Intensive, February 11, 8:30-11 am, Boston
Learn how to maximize the environmental, social and financial benefit from green roofs. The decade-old U.S. green roof market is largely based on German technology. Advanced understanding has led
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Emu Passive Boot Camp in Philadelphia, June 22 - 26, Pennsylvania
Register today for Passive House training in Philadelphia and join an advanced building science training program in Pennsylvania designed for builders, architects, and constru
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As the industry prepares for the next evolution of LEED, this this BE+Webinar Series offers a practical, insider look at what’s changing – and what it means for your work. This multi-
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Free Webinar: Basics of Electric Fireplaces for Aesthetics and Health, May 20, 2 pm ET
This course will cover the basics of electric fireplaces, including types, installation options, aesthetics, comfort, energy use, and safety concerns. The goal of the course is to educate attendees on
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Free Webinar: Grid-System Strategies for Resilient Cooling, April 30, 12 - 1 pm ET
The U.S. electric grid is straining to keep up with rising demand for electricity, creating potential risks to communities’ cooling systems in the face of intensifying extreme heat. This challen
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As heat pumps begin to proliferate the market, it’s important to recognize the importance of energy efficiency and home performance. Building systems are interdependent and it’s rare that
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24th Annual New York State Green Building Conference, March 5-6, Syracuse, New York, NY
The 24th Annual New York State Green Building Conference will be held March 5th - March 6th, 2026, in Syracuse, NY, at the historic Marriott Syracuse Downtown.
This year, the conference revolves ar
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The International Energy Future Conference (IEFC 2026) returns as a Hybrid Energy Conference, held September 17–19, 2026 in Rome, Italy and virtually worldwide. Through the theme “Advancin
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Emu Passive House Training, Free Info Session, January 8, 3 - 4 pm MT
Are you working on a project and are wondering if Passive House is the right fit to meet your goals and your budget?
Are you looking for training and need to figure out what is the right way forwar
Free Webinar, HEMP 4 Humanity: All about the Farm to Frame Initiative, December 17, 12-1 pm ET
Join GreenHome Institute to discuss the Farm to Frame Initiative (FFI), run by Hemp for Humanity, a Michigan-based nonprofit focused on providing affordable, high-performing, and sustainable hous
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Residential HVAC System Performance Certification Program, December 9-10, Tulare, California
In this two-day certification course, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction.
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Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance Meeting, December 7, 3pm EST
It's venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings.
This reoccurring monthly gat
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100% Clean Energy by 2045? How You Can Help! February 28th in San Francisco, CA
In September 2018, Governor Brown passed Senate Bill 100, that amended the renewable energy goals setting the mark of 100% Renewable Energy by 2045.
This mandate to completely eliminate carbon poll
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Healthy Materials Summit - Boston/Cambridge 11/14
Healthy Materials Summit November 14 - 7:30 am - 12 noon 5 Cambridge Center, Cambridge MA The goal of this summit is to inspire and empower institutional and commercial leaders, designers and bui…
In this one hour course, we will evaluate hydrophobic coating as a solution for many common problems encountered during the life-cycle of a building. Some of the easily recognized benefits of a protec
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Erie Emerging 2030 District: Energy Efficiency Workshop, Dec 20, Erie, PA
This is the third in a series of bi-monthly workshops offered by the Erie Emerging 2030 District to help educate downtown organizations and businesses about energy efficiency opportunities.
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Women in Green: Sustaining Your Health, USGBC New York Upstate, December 11, Syracuse, NY
Join WCNY + Premier Events + U.S. Green Building Council NY Upstate for our inaugural event Women in Green: Sustaining Your Health
Self-care, wellness, and health are paramount for any woman.
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CONQUERING THE ENERGY CODE FOR ARCHITECTS AND ENGINEERS: RESIDENTIAL
NOVEMBER 16, 2018
9:00 AM TO 5:00 PM
The new Energy Code is now in effect! Conquering the Energy Code: Residential prepares ar
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Climate Change, Part 1: It’s All About the Straws, Isn’t It?
Climate change is happening, despite the differing opinions and facts surrounding it. It’s become quite the divisive topic, eliciting passionate debates. It’s easy to understand why those
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Introduction to Fitwel Tuesday, October 30, 8:30-10 am, Boston, MA
Fitwel is a building rating system for commercial interiors and both multi-tenant and single-tenant existing buildings that provides guidelines on how to design and operate healthier buildings. Fitwel
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HVAC technology enhancements for energy conservation, 10/4, De Pere, WI
Join to learn how to get the largest energy savings in your commercial buildings. HVAC as a single system is 45-70% of a building’s energy use—making it the biggest energy user and a
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2nd monthly "Building Science for Carpenters: Peers, Beers, and Networking" - Sept 27, Newton, MA
Join other carpenters, builders, and construction professionals for an evening of networking, presentations, and discussion on building science and construction techniques for high-performance buildin…
NorthEast Recycling Council Fall Conference, October 30-31, 2018, Rocky Hill, Connecticut
NERC's Fall 2018 Conference—The Future of MRFs—will be held on October 30th - 31st in Rocky Hill, Connecticut. NERC's events are designed to provide attendees with the opportunity to learn, sha…
Massachusetts Community & Campus Sustainability Conference, April 16, Devens
The Pursuit of Sustainable Living Massachusetts Community & Campus Sustainability Conference April 16, 2015 8 am - 4:30 pm Devens Common Center, Devens, MA The annual Sustainable Communities …
BULLITT FOUNDATION - Deep Green Program Manager (Seattle)
THE BULLITT FOUNDATION - Deep Green Program Manager The Bullitt Foundation seeks a talented, high-energy new staff member to join its Seattle-based team. Operating from the Bullitt Center, the new …
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