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Retrofit Canada, LiveStreaming and In-Person, Vancouver, Canada, May 12-13
The energy efficiency sector in Canada has continued to thrive, with the countries’ target to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions by 80% by 2050. These efforts have already redu
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The New York University School of Law’s Institute for Policy Integrity will host a webinar on Monday, January 22nd at 5:00 PM to provide an overview of Justice40 and the
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Zone control is a popular strategy for addressing different climate zones in a home. Many customers and contractors newer to heat pumps are drawn to multi-split systems that utilize a single outdoor u
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How To Think About Building Codes: Building Code Integration, Online, November 30, 1- 2 pm
This series of presentations is intended to give emerging professionals a basic understanding of building code concepts. It is intended to be a primer on the general use of building codes and how to a
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2023 NYSEIA Solar Summit, November 9, Albany, New York
New York is leading the clean energy transition with some of the most ambitious distributed solar and storage goals in the nation. Join NYSEIA at the Albany Capital Center for the 2023 NY Solar Summit
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Free Webinar: The Latest Science on WUI Fires and the Built Environment, November 6, 12 pm EST
What is the impact of wildfires in the wildland urban interface (WUI) on the indoor environment? Empowered with the stewardship of occupant health, safety and welfare, building and design professional
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2023 Southeast Energy Summit, October 25-27, Atlanta, GA
The 2023 Southeast Energy Summit will bring together the brightest minds in the industry to connect, explore and innovate for a more energy-efficient Southeast.
Founded in 2007,
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In this session, Steve will present a case-study of a high-performance all-electric home built with cost in mind. Learn about the electric components, including heat, hot water, and ventilation equipm
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Free Webinar, The ESG Imperative, Presented by Green Builder Media, September 13, 2 pm ET
Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) has become a business imperative to minimize risk, enhance long-term performance, and improve resiliency against market volatility and idiosyncratic events.
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Free Webinar: Solving Performance Demands Using Wood Fiber Insulation, August 23, 12-1:30 pm ET
Wood fiber insulation is now being produced in America. Learn how wood fiber insulation can help provide high performance above grade insulation products to create wind-tight, vapor-open assemblies of
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Green & Healthy Housing For All, June 23, 12-1:30 PM PDT
The buildings we create affect the communities and the environment they rest within. Join USGBC North California and USGBC Orange County on June 23 to discuss the affordable housing crisis in the
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The Pre-Construction #1920sMakeoverATL Virtual Reality Green Building Tour is Live!
Announcing the launch of the #1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse Pre-Construction Virtual Reality Tour! Hear the birds sing and the music play, tour the project, and it's like you're THE
Free Webinar: Radical Approaches to Regeneration and Development, May 25, 11 am EDT / 4 pm BST
Join this webinar for the launch a new Playbook, designed to support local authorities and partners deliver ambitious sustainability outcomes in large-scale regeneration projects.
Over a six m
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Greater Orlando Chapter, Construction Specifications Institute Event, August 17 in Orlando
Take a break from the Heat! Member, Non-members, and especially those that are in the Heat all day (GC’s, Sub’s, and Installers – we mean you!!)! Join at ICEBAR Orlando for a networking event  
Department of Energy Solar Decathlon, Visit the Virtual Village Online, April 12-14
The U.S. Department of Energy is excited to announce the opening of the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon® Virtual Village on Monday, April 12.
The Virtual Village will showca
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Online: Climate Mobilization Act Series: Reimagining Envelopes, March 31, 9am- 10:30am EST
Meeting the high-performance goals of tomorrow, whether energy codes that include performance targets or carbon emissions limits like Local Law 97, will require that most buildings implement energy ef
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USGBC Maryland Webinar: LEED Residential Project Showcase, March 25, 2 pm EDT
Although a wide range of building types can be found across the Maryland, there's a good reason why Maryland is once again on the top 10 LEED states list at 6th place, and 9th for Residential. Res
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For many state and local governments establishing energy and environmental goals, the ability to make data-driven decisions about cost-effective opportunities is hindered by the data itself. Dispersed
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Green Builder Matt Hoots put together this introduction to Marvin Window and Doors windows with Marvin’s Regional Sales Manager Kevin Kline and Senior Project Manager Brenda Pellan-Brunk.
The 29th Annual Energy Fair, June 15 - 17, Central Wisconsin, Custer, WI
In addition to The Energy Fair, the Midwest Renewable Energy Association (MREA) manages one of the country’s top solar training programs and coordinates partnerships throughout the Midwest to expand…
The 102nd Annual League of Municipalities Conference, November 13 –16th, Atlantic City, NJ
The award-winning conference is an invaluable learning experience which yields benefits throughout the year. Join 16,000 attendees and over 700 exhibitors as they converge in Atlantic City for three e…
2017 Fall Waste Wise Forum, November 1, 8:30am-12:30pm, Boston, MA
The Westin Boston Waterfront will host RecyclingWorks in MA, Massachusetts Department of Environmental Protection, and U.S. Environmental Protection Agency for the WasteWise Fall Forum. More infor…
CALGREEN TITLE 24 PART 11, Friday, December 1, Torrance, California (Free!)
This free four-hour course is designed for those interested in learning about the 2016 California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen). Cities across California are required to enforce the 2016 C…
2017 HPC California Regional Home Performance Conference & Trade Show November 14- 15, Long Beach
Hosted by Southern California Edison and Southern California Gas Company, with remarks by Andrew McAllister, Commissioner of the California Energy Commission Experience and discover the latest in b…
Join USGBC MA's Residential Green Building Committee for our October Meeting, with Guest Speaker John Rockwell of Zehnder America. John will speak on: Whole-House Ventilation Systems and Provid…
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