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Certified Green Building Professional (CGBP) Training, Online, July 20-23
Become familiar with the main principles of green building and the systems approach to the design, construction, and operation of buildings.
This 16-hour course introduces the main principles of gr
…Euro-Global Climate Change Conference, Paris, France (with Virtual Option), September 19-20
Magnus Group is pleased to welcome you to its prestigious event “Euro-Global Climate Change Conference (EGCCC 2022)” slated during September 19-20, 2022 and will be conducted as a hybrid e
…As the stock of existing HVAC and building automation systems continues to age, building owners and managers are tasked with identifying inefficiencies and pursuing projects to address operational iss
…This course discusses the impact of buildings on the natural environment and offers insight on designing to minimize those impacts through sun control and mastery of the elements. The discussion empha
…Building Operator Certification Program, February 22
Operations & maintenance best practices can save 5-20% annually on energy bills but buildings can only be operated efficiently if the building operator is properly trained. The BOC program fo
…Rental Home Energy Programs and Policies for Cities, January 13, 11-12 PM EST
RMI and EcoWorks recently supported a cohort of 10 cities in Michigan working to address energy use and equity in rental housing. These cities modeled best practices from leading examples across the c
…Leaders in Pennsylvania, Vermont, and North Carolina are working to deliver innovative and equitable solutions for community decarbonization by facilitating intake processes for safety and effici
…Reducing Plastics in Construction Summit, Online, December 2, 1 pm BST
Join the Alliance for Sustainable Building Products and the ASBP Reducing Plastics in Construction Group for the inaugural Reducing Plastics in Construction Summit.
Free CE Webinar: Healthier Materials for Energy Efficiency Upgrades, November 10, 12 pm EST
There is no question that investing in energy efficiency upgrades has the potential to deliver substantial financial, environmental, and health benefits to building owners and residents. Robust eviden
…Key Humidity Control Concepts by Therma-Stor
Nikki Krueger, Building Science and Business Development Manager at Therma-Stor took the time to introduce the company and also to explain several key dehumidification concepts. &
USGBC LA Webinar: Thought Leadership Series - Reusing & Rethinking Water, September 30, 4-5:30 PT
This webinar is an informed discussion with local leaders on how we address water use during this critical and ongoing time of drought across California and the Western US. The conference will be cove
…Matter & Opinion: Existing Buildings Higher Ed Arts Education, August 30, 12-1:30pm
"Build the will" around adaptive reuse for performing arts and education spaces! Join a presentation and interactive discussion with designer-and-client teams about transforming existing bui
…Summer Coffee Break Series - Green Building Certifications: TRUE Zero Waste, August 6, 10 - 10:30am
Green buildings are better for people, the environment, and the bottom line. They steward natural resources and lower our environmental impacts. Plus they are healthier places for building occupants,
…SolarWakeup Live! Dec 6, Washington DC
SolarWakeup Live! DC will feature four (4) in-depth conversations about the solar market, with a focus on policy since we are in DC. Speakers will include investors, legislators and advocates. The 201…
Governor Baker Files Bill H 4371 - to Provide Homeowners and Home Buyers with Energy Transparency
On April 4, Massachusetts Governor Baker filed H. 4371,"An Act Relative to Consumer Access to Residential Energy Information," The bill would require that a home energy score card and energy rating be…
Grey to Green Conference, May 15-17, Toronto
Grey to Green is taking place in downtown Toronto from May 15-16 and will highlight new policy, design practices, and innovative products in the green infrastructure sector. Across Ontario the sector …
Urban Green Council Spring Member Reception on March 27 in New York
Catch up with friends in the green building community, meet new colleagues, and hear what Urban Green Council has planned for 2018. And, join UA Local Union 1 for a tour of the building, including the…
Healthy Buildings Conference and Expo 2018 - Wednesday, February 14, London
Buildings can be conceived and delivered in new ways that enhance the mental and physical health of occupants. The ASBP’s Healthy Buildings Conference and Expo once again brings together leaders in …
Climate Adaptation Forum Agenda Climate Change Adaptation Strategy for the Commonwealth of Massachusetts Report from the Executive Office of Energy and Environmental Affairs Secretary Matthew B…
Attendees on this Pro Tour will learn how the Zero Net Energy (ZNE) design for this large institutional building developed without increasing costs, despite the cold climate and high-energy needs of t…
Southern California Facilities Expo, May 2 - 3, Anaheim, CA
Southern California Facilities Expo meets the facilities engineering, maintenance and energy management needs of attendees from industries such as high-tech manufacturing, government, healthcare, hosp…
BEST Conference Building Enclosure Science & Technology (BEST5), April 15 - 18, Philadelphia, PA
Science meets Design The National Institute of Building Sciences Building Enclosure Technology and Environment Council (BETEC) and the Building Enclosure Council (BEC) – Philadelphia will pre…
16th Annual New York State Green Building Conference, April 5 - 6, Syracuse, NY
As the premier green building conference in the Northeast, our progressive advisory council has fostered our growth by consistently bringing together top green building researchers, educators, and pra…
Sustainable Job Opening: Manager, Energy Efficiency Programs - New York
ICF is looking for a Manager for their Energy Efficiency Programs division to lead project and strategy work in the New York City market. The successful candidate will lead a cross-functional team of …
Elm Place Multi-family Passive House Tour + Networking, Nov 15, Milton, VT
Join the Vermont Green Building Network (VGBN) with ReArch Company for a tour of Vermont's first multi-family Passive House certified project, Elm Place, in Milton. This affordable senior living f…
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