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Webinar: Passivhaus for Educational Buildings: Schools, September 23, 11am EDT
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
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Free Webinar: Serving up Sustainability: From Restaurants to the Home Kitchen, October 18, 3-4:30 pm
Join Illinois Green Alliance for a webinar on sustainability and waste reduction in foodservice.
According to a 2021 study by the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign, the food industry accou
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Outdated and inefficient buildings and their HVAC systems are a harsh financial and wellness burden for low and middle income families. They also retard achievement of national goals for lowering ener
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What are Outriggers, and Why Do We Need Them?
As Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. and Chris Laumer-Giddens of LG Squared, Inc. explain in this video, outriggers are rafters or trusses that extend beyond the roof of the building. Ou
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Conference & Expo: RE+ Las Vegas: Renewing What's Possible, September 11-14, Las Vegas, Nevada
Developed by the nation’s leading solar energy organizations, the Smart Electric Power Alliance (SEPA) and the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), RE+ reflects an ongoing entrepreneurial
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Free webinar, Home Performance for Homeowners Considering Solar, August 22, 4-6pm PT
It’s no secret, solar is the future. In partnership with San Diego Gas and Electric (SDG&E), this webinar will help make solar energy feel less daunting so you can design the correct solar s
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Free Webinar: Update On The Federal Incentives For Electric Cars, July 26, 7-9pm ET
Federal and state incentives for electric vehicles (EVs) have all changed recently, thanks to the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA), the 2022 climate bill in Massachusetts, and new program announcements f
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Free CE Webinar, Energy Star + HVAC Grading, July 12, 12-1pm EST
You should attend this webinar if you belong to either of these categories: Raters, HVAC, Designers, and home builders. You can gain a basic understanding of ANSI / RESNET / ACCA / ICC 310 -
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Webinar: Indoor Air Quality, Presented by the Toronto Society of Architects, June 13, 12 - 1 pm ET
The average North American spends over 90% of their time indoors, making the quality of our indoor environments fundamental to promoting health and wellbeing. How much is really known about the air we
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Webinar: Sustainable Design Using Precast Concrete, December 9, 11:45am - 1:00pm MDT
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
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Resilient Connecticut (Virtual) Summit, Presented by CTGBC, November 20, 9am - 11:45am EDT
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
Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, November 2, 12 - 1pm EST
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
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Webinar: Improving and Prolonging the Performance of Finished Concrete Floors, October 13, 1 pm EDT
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
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Position Available: Sustainability Intern, National Geographic
Position Available: Sustainability Intern, National Geographic Summary of Internship An NGS sustainability intern would support the Society’s efforts to operate sustainably and minimize negative…
Efforts to achieve net zero and decarbonization are destined to fail if we maintain the status quo. It’s not enough to advocate for high performance products and systems, like heat pump te
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The GoGreen Conference Seattle, taking place on Sept. 8, 2020, empowers business decision makers with sustainability strategies, tools and connections to create positive change within their organ
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Azek - Recycled Content Decking and a More Realistic Grain Look (Video)
If you’re in the market for decking materials, check out Matt Hoots' interview with Patrick Barnds from Azek at the International Builders Show/Kitchen & Bathroom Show!
Patrick
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groSolar Assists in Operation of New Solar Farms in Jacksonville Florida
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…
Greenovatre Neighborhoods Meet and Greet, June 14
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…
2017 Massachusetts Smart Growth Conference
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…
NECEC Presents Emerging Trends Series: Offshore Wind
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…
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…
Event: Northeast Biomass Heating Conference & Expo, 4/25 - 4/27, Burlington, VT
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…
Event: Visit the first PHIUS+ Affordable Multifamily Housing in Portland, ME. Friday, 4/7, 1:00PM - 5:00PM Downtown Portland, ME Friday, April 7, 1:00PM - 5:00PM CEUs Pending: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, 2.…
Passive House Massachusetts Seeks Executive Director (Part-Time)
Passive House Massachusetts Seeks Executive Director (Part-Time) Using public outreach and education, Passive House Massachusetts seeks to educate the general public about and advance the use of hi…
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