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Energy Efficiency Solutions for Multifamily Properties, An Online Discussion Hosted by Energize Connecticut, June 17, 10 am EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Eversource and Avangrid invite you to an open discussion on energy efficiency solutions for multifamily properties

Energy efficiency at multifamily properties makes good business sense.

When mul

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Multifamily

0 replies | 992 views | Posted on: 06/09/2021 | Last updated: 06/09/2021

Free Online Workshop: World Environment Day: Empowerment Through Nature Connection, June 5, 12:30-1:30 pm BST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

June 5th is World Environment Day! In a time of increasing environmental challenges, many people are feeling overwhelmed, anxious, and unsure of how to respond. But what if the path to empow

UK Green Building

0 replies | 948 views | Posted on: 05/19/2025 | Last updated: 05/20/2025

Weathering the Change: Climate Resilience Strategies & Solutions, June 6, 6-8:30 pm, San Diego, California

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

Join Women+ in Green SD for an event showcasing climate resilience strategies and solutions in the San Diego region and beyond.

 Assembled a panel of key players at the forefront of climate re

California Green Building

0 replies | 754 views | Posted on: 05/06/2025 | Last updated: 05/08/2025

Build Better, In Person and Online (Hybrid Event), May 16, Auburn, Maine

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The one-day Build Better training will provide a comprehensive summary of necessary strategies to build a “better” house: defined as a house that not only meets code, but also meets a home

0 replies | 688 views | Posted on: 04/22/2025 | Last updated: 04/24/2025

On-Site Blower Door Training with 3C-REN, Santa Barbara, California, May 2

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

There are some basic tests which have to be performed to assist us in 3C-REN's endeavor of creating buildings that perform well. These tests also serve to inform us whether we have achieved our go

California Green Building

0 replies | 625 views | Posted on: 03/27/2025 | Last updated: 04/01/2025

Environmental League of Massachusetts (ELM), Earth Night 2025, May 1, 5:30-8 pm, Boston, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

ELM’s largest event of the year is returning May 1, 2025. Massachusetts’ climate leadership matters now more than ever. At Earth Night, ELM will focus on building the crucial mom

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 546 views | Posted on: 03/15/2025 | Last updated: 04/03/2025

Alameda County, CA Small Scale Development Workshop, March 7, Fremont, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The Small Scale Development Workshop on small scale real estate development is all about project formation. Organizer take a big picture view of neighborhood-based development to help attendees a

California Green Building

0 replies | 391 views | Posted on: 02/19/2025 | Last updated: 02/19/2025

Thought Leadership Series: Climate Risk & Insurance, Hybrid Event, Online and in California, March 13, 4-5:30 PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

As climate-related disasters intensify, they pose growing challenges for homeowners, businesses, insurers, and policymakers. This panel will explore the intersection of climate risk and insurance, wit

California Green Building

0 replies | 820 views | Posted on: 01/28/2025 | Last updated: 02/12/2025

2025 MassRecycle Conference & Trade Show, March 18, Marlborough, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The exciting and educational MassRecycle Conference is already underway for 2024! MassRecycle Conference will be hosting a large audience of people from the Solid Waste & Recycling Indus

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 965 views | Posted on: 01/08/2025 | Last updated: 01/08/2025

Virtual: Tiny House Global Conference / Community Event: September 30-October 2

by samanthaklein // Intern

An immersive Online Global Tiny House Conference designed to bring the tiny home community together - join tiny home enthusiasts, builders, leaders, teachers, professionals, and Tiny House TV show hos

Filed under: Tiny Houses

Tiny Houses

Keywords: Sustainable Communities,Tiny Houses

0 replies | 2407 views | Posted on: 09/05/2021 | Last updated: 09/05/2021

The Value of Installing EV Charging at Apartments and Condos, Online, August 24, 3 - 4pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Although only 2% of new cars in the US are electric, EV adoption is ready to explode. The next wave of EV adopters will include condo and apartment dwellers, who will be looking for residences where c

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: EVs,Green Energy Consumers Alliance

0 replies | 1596 views | Posted on: 08/16/2021 | Last updated: 08/16/2021

Free Webinar: Reconfiguring Future Urban Infrastructures Webinar Series, July 22, 9 - 10:30pm BST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The COVID-19 crisis has put urban infrastructure under the spotlight. New questions on the ways we build (and build back) infrastructure in cities are now front and centre globally. Faced with a combi

UK Green Building

0 replies | 644 views | Posted on: 07/16/2021 | Last updated: 07/16/2021

Southeast Building Conference- July 15-16

by Ashley Freeman

The Southeast Building Conference (SEBC), hosted by the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA), is the largest building industry trade show in the Southeast. The SEBC featured two days of&

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1407 views | Posted on: 06/21/2021 | Last updated: 06/22/2021

The Future of Fossil Fuels - Heating & Transportation Policy & Strategies, 10/19, Hallowell, Maine

by Chill28

Home heating and transportation fuel consumption make Maine one of the most petroleum-dependent states in the nation, with the highest per capita petroleum consumption in New England. Maine has the hi…

Filed under: Energy

0 replies | 996 views | Posted on: 09/29/2017 | Last updated: 10/03/2017

VERGE Electrify - Free Online Event, Hosted by GreenBiz, May 25-26

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Rapid electrification is critical to reach deep decarbonization and solve the climate crisis. VERGE Electrify, a new online event from the VERGE conference and forum series, focuses on how markets, te

Filed under: Energy

0 replies | 1309 views | Posted on: 05/19/2021 | Last updated: 05/19/2021

Leaf Blower Bans and other Noise Pollution Limits On the Rise

by EcoQuiet Lawn Care

A somewhat unexpected result of the 2020 COVID19 pandemic seems to be increased interest in gas-powered leaf blower and related bans. The virus of course caused many people to stay home and kept

Filed under: Landscaping and Land Management

Keywords: Landscaping,Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawns,Electric Landscaping,Electric Lawn Care,Lawn and Garden,Leaf Blowers,Lawn Mowers

0 replies | 14351 views | Posted on: 04/27/2021 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Free Webinar: Reconfiguring Future Urban Infrastructures, April 29, 9 - 10:30 pm BST (and multiple additional dates)

by samanthaklein // Intern

The COVID-19 crisis has put urban infrastructure under the spotlight. New questions on the ways we build (and build back) infrastructure in cities are now front and centre globally. Faced with a combi

Filed under: Urban Planning

UK Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Infrastructure,Urban Planning

0 replies | 1177 views | Posted on: 04/13/2021 | Last updated: 04/13/2021

Certified Sustainability (CSR) Practitioner Program, Advanced Edition 2018, Jun 7- 8, New York City

by Oyin

This challenging two-day training offered by CSE aims to give you all the latest practical tools and resources required to implement or upscale corporate sustainability in order to drive your initiati…

Filed under: Education

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1569 views | Posted on: 10/30/2017 | Last updated: 02/07/2018

Asia Pacific Clean Energy Summit, Jun 12 - 14, Honolulu, Hawaii

by Oyin

In 2015, Hawaii became the first U.S. state to mandate 100% renewable energy in the electricity sector by 2045. Fulfilling this bold mandate will require enacting high-impact solutions now with unpr…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 794 views | Posted on: 10/27/2017 | Last updated: 10/27/2017

Certificate in Building Science and Net Zero Design, Jan 29 - Feb 23, Waitsfield, VT

by Oyin

Prerequisite: basic building literacy or enrollment in Yestermorrow’s two-day Anatomy of a House workshop, occurring immediately prior to the Certificate program. Net Zero buildings are carbon …

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 1469 views | Posted on: 10/22/2017 | Last updated: 12/03/2017

2017 Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Awards, Nov 9, Dallas, TX

by Oyin

The sixth annual Green Source DFW Sustainable Leadership Awards, hosted by the Memnosyne Institute, will honor sustainable leaders in the nonprofit, municipal and business sectors of North Texas. …

Filed under: Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 673 views | Posted on: 10/20/2017 | Last updated: 10/20/2017

STEP Into the Sun: Solar Training for Design Professionals by Building Codes Assistance Project, Dec 14, Boston

by Oyin

This training is specially designed for architects and engineers by the Building Codes Assistance Project (BCAP) and the Center for Sustainable Energy (CSE) and sponsored by the U.S. Department of Ene…

Filed under: Education

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1058 views | Posted on: 10/17/2017 | Last updated: 10/17/2017

Orange Button Program Update, October 19,11:00 AM PST/ 2:00 PM EST, Webinar

by Oyin

Get Caught Up on the Orange ButtonSM Initiative (originally named Solar Bankability Data to Advance Transactions and Access). In this solar industry focused webinar, program leaders will provide an…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 698 views | Posted on: 10/15/2017 | Last updated: 10/15/2017

Up-cycled Crafting: Turn Your Old Cabinet Doors into Fun Chalkboards - Springfield MA, Oct 18, 5:30-7 PM

by Amy

Have you wondered what you can do with old cabinet doors? Or have you been wanting a fun chalkboard for your home or office? Then come on down for this workshop and go home with your own personalized …

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

Keywords: Upcycling

0 replies | 938 views | Posted on: 10/10/2017 | Last updated: 10/10/2017

Western Massachusetts Green Night, Community Shared Solar: Making “Solar for All” a Reality, October 11th, MA

by Oyin

85% of Massachusetts households don’t have a viable roof for solar or are financially unable to install solar on their own property. In Westhampton, Clarksburg, Hinsdale, Pittsfield, Cloverdale, Hol…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 714 views | Posted on: 10/06/2017 | Last updated: 10/06/2017

 

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