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Resilient Connecticut (Virtual) Summit, Presented by CTGBC, November 20, 9am - 11:45am EDT

by SarahA

During the Summit, participants will:

  • Explore the relationship between equity, environmental justice, and climate change;
  • Learn about new tools and policies to assess and address climate vulne

CXEnergy, Conference & Expo In Commissioning, Energy Management, & Building Technology, May 2-5, Fort Worth, Texas

by Hani // Social media manager

CxEnergy 2023 is the premier event in commissioning, building technology, and energy management. The 30+ educational sessions, state-of-the-art expo hall, and professional net

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1612 views | Posted on: 03/21/2023 | Last updated: 03/24/2023

Better Building by Design, April 5-6, Burlington, Vermont

by Hani // Social media manager

Better Building by Design (BBD) is a regional design and construction conference, which features interactive learning about building durability, efficiency, and value for both residential and com

0 replies | 851 views | Posted on: 03/03/2023 | Last updated: 03/07/2023

Free Webinar: Commercial Building Electrification Pathways, March 21, 2-3:30 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Commercial buildings have the potential to lead the way to a decarbonized, electrified future. The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will accelerate these efforts in states and cities acros

0 replies | 1401 views | Posted on: 02/18/2023 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

Online Course: Retrofit Now! Reducing Carbon and Complying with LL97, February 21, 22, 28 & March 1, 9 am - 12:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

In partnership with AIA New York, this multi-day course provides 14 CES LU|HSWs and training to make significant energy and carbon reductions in your clients’ buildings.

New York has gotten s

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 693 views | Posted on: 02/03/2023 | Last updated: 02/03/2023

Free PG&E Webinar, Introduction to the Passive House Standard. February 15, 9am-1pm PST

by himj // Student Of Green Building

The Introduction to the Passive House Standard guides participants through the principles and economics of the Passive House Standard with an in-depth look at enclosure insulation & thermal bridgi

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

California Green Building

0 replies | 1849 views | Posted on: 01/16/2023 | Last updated: 01/16/2023

Crushing the Code, New York City, Commercial, Online, January 31

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is an online course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 636 views | Posted on: 12/29/2022 | Last updated: 12/29/2022

Free Webinar: Whole Life Carbon Roadmap Stakeholder Series: Social landlords, Owners, Property Managers (Residential), January 26, 10-11:30 am GMT

by Rushabh // Social media manager

Join UKGBC for an interactive workshop exploring the Net Zero Whole Life Carbon Roadmap Stakeholder Action Plans, to better understand how to implement the key immediate actions recomme

0 replies | 788 views | Posted on: 12/07/2022 | Last updated: 12/08/2022

Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum, December 7, 4-6 pm, Detroit

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join us for USGBC Detroit Region's 2022 Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum. This in-person event will feature a panel discussion with female industry leaders as well as interactive

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 901 views | Posted on: 11/20/2022 | Last updated: 11/20/2022

Webinar: Renewable Real Estate: Make 2021 the Year You Go Green, January 21, 11 am EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This panel of top-producing REALTORS® from around the United States will share how to market homes with sustainable features, what makes them more appealing to buyers, and why you won’t have

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Real Estate,Renewable Energy

0 replies | 1235 views | Posted on: 12/31/2020 | Last updated: 12/31/2020

Live Online: Re-Writing Development Rules for Prosperity, Sustainability & Equity, January 12, 10 am - 4 pm EDT

by Richard Minasian // Student

More jobs and more affordable housing are top social goals. There is also a desire to remedy traffic congestion, environmental damage and the budget strain associated with wasteful and

Webinar: Putting the Building to Work for Your Client: The Business Case for Healthy Buildings, December 15, 4 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Professor John D. Macomber, Co-Author of Healthy Buildings, How Indoor Spaces Drive Performance, and Co-Keynote Presenter for the 2020 CTGBC Green Building Awards, will present a webinar Putting the B

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Building,Indoor Air Quality,Ventilation

0 replies | 1440 views | Posted on: 12/05/2020 | Last updated: 12/05/2020

Webinar: Sustainable Design Using Precast Concrete, December 9, 11:45am - 1:00pm MDT

by SarahA

Part of the USGBC Mountain Region Virtually Green webinar series!

About this Event

This course will discuss considerations for using precast concrete in the holistic design and construction of s

Event: Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo, 4/25 - 4/27, Burlington, VT

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Event: Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo April 25 - 27 NEBHX 2017 The Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo is an event for networking across industry, organizations, and govern…

Filed under: Vermont

Keywords: MassCEC

0 replies | 815 views | Posted on: 04/05/2017 | Last updated: 04/05/2017

Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, November 2, 12 - 1pm EST

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept ti

Keywords: canopies

0 replies | 961 views | Posted on: 10/20/2020 | Last updated: 11/30/2020

Webinar: Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors, October 13, 1 pm EDT

by SarahA

This overview of concrete floor basics shows participants how to get the most from finished concrete floors. Along the way it discusses levels of finish, hardening-densifying and other aspects of fini

Filed under: Concrete

Keywords: Concrete Flooring,maintenance,Floors,Finished Floors,GreenCE

0 replies | 1041 views | Posted on: 10/01/2020 | Last updated: 10/01/2020

Webinar: Passivhaus for Educational Buildings: Schools, September 23, 11am EDT

by kaleigh.stirrat // Intern & Emerging Professional in Architecture

The fourth and final session in a four-part mini-series of interactive online events for local authorities, educational institutions and others involved with delivering educational buildings to the Pa

Filed under: Passive House

UK Green Building

Keywords: High Performance Building,Case Study,Passive House,Net zero,Schools,PassiveHaus,Climate Action,Scotland,Education Building,Net Zero Carbon

0 replies | 996 views | Posted on: 09/17/2020 | Last updated: 09/17/2020

2017 New Gravity Housing Conference, August 3

by AbbieKnight

The reality of climate change will fundamentally alter the way buildings are designed, built, and operated in the coming decades. At the same time, the need for quality affordable housing that can wit…

Filed under: Green Affordable Housing

Related to: Other

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Climate C

0 replies | 1570 views | Posted on: 07/13/2017 | Last updated: 07/18/2017

Manatee County Receives Platinum Recognition by Florida Green Building Coalition

by AbbieKnight

Manatee County in Florida just received the highest “platinum” recognition by the Florida Green Building Coalition in sustainability and conservation, making them the first Florida County to do so…

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Induction Lamps

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building Awards

0 replies | 1643 views | Posted on: 06/28/2017 | Last updated: 06/28/2017

GreenHomeNYC June Tour: 475 High Performance Supply House June 28th 6:30pm-8pm

by Matt Z. // Student

Join GreenHomeNYC to discover high performance building materials at the 475 Supply House in Brooklyn. 475 helps make more durable, resilient, ecological, and energy-efficient buildings that optimiz…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 947 views | Posted on: 06/22/2017 | Last updated: 06/22/2017

groSolar Assists in Operation of New Solar Farms in Jacksonville Florida

by AbbieKnight

Rate It Green Member, groSolar, along with companies, JEA, and AEP Onsite Partners, announced the commercial operation of their Northwest Jacksonville Solar Partners solar farm (NWJAX). The seven-mega…

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Solar Farm

0 replies | 663 views | Posted on: 06/09/2017 | Last updated: 06/09/2017

Greenovatre Neighborhoods Meet and Greet, June 14

by AbbieKnight

Join Greenovate Boston and the residents of Boston to connect on climate action issues. They are hosting a Greenovate Neighborhoods Meet & Greet event for June’s working group meeting. This event…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Climate Action Now

0 replies | 1323 views | Posted on: 05/29/2017 | Last updated: 05/29/2017

2017 Massachusetts Smart Growth Conference

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Powerful Ideas on Smart Growth. Networking with People You Should Know. Plenary, breakout sessions and workshops that include new insights and opportunities for inspiring conversation. Join close…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 860 views | Posted on: 05/16/2017 | Last updated: 05/16/2017

NECEC Presents Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

NECEC Presents Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind May 11 | 8:30-11:00am Foley Hoag LLP 155 Seaport Blvd Boston , MA Struggling to stay up to date with Offshore Wind? After decades of speculati…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Offshore Wind

0 replies | 882 views | Posted on: 05/01/2017 | Last updated: 05/01/2017

Alliance to Save Energy Campaigns - To Support Energy Star and to Support Energy Efficiency Standards

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

There are two Alliance for Energy petitions/campaigns open right now that relate to green building and energy efficiency. Add your voice! These camaigns are highly professional. Protecting the en…

Filed under: Advocacy

0 replies | 489 views | Posted on: 04/07/2017 | Last updated: 04/07/2017

 

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