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CALGreen and Energy Code Seminar, August 16, 10:00am-4:00pm, Sacramento, CA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

California Energy Code 2019: Challenges and Mandatory Changes

This three-hour session will bring you up to date on changes to the Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) for residential and non-residen

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Codes

0 replies | 1264 views | Posted on: 07/12/2019 | Last updated: 07/12/2019

USGBC National Capital Region (NCR), Emerging Professionals Career Spotlight, March 14, 5–6 pm, Washington, DC

by Hani // Social media manager

Interested in a career involving sustainability in the built environment? There is a wide variety of education and professional careers that can lead to a place in the green building industry, whether

0 replies | 692 views | Posted on: 02/27/2023 | Last updated: 02/28/2023

USGBC Ohio Green Building Tour Series: Blue Ash Residence (in-person), February 24, 4:30-6:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This LEED Platinum Certified home is a gut-rehab on a 1/4 acre lot is walking distance to downtown Blue Ash. The tax-abated home is extremely energy efficient and features a 5-kW solar array, zoned HV…

0 replies | 600 views | Posted on: 02/15/2023 | Last updated: 02/15/2023

Urban Land Institute (ULI) India Summit 2023, February 15

by Hani // Social media manager

The Urban Land Institute provides leadership in the responsible use of land and in creating and sustaining thriving communities worldwide. ULI is an independent global nonprofit supported by members r

0 replies | 1179 views | Posted on: 01/30/2023 | Last updated: 02/01/2023

Free Webinar: Enhancing Energy Equity In Green Building Practices, January 25, 12–1 pm EST

by Hani // Social media manager

The Energy Equity Project, housed at University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability, was launched in May 2021 to support BIPOC, frontline, and low-income communities in securing maxi

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1097 views | Posted on: 01/10/2023 | Last updated: 01/10/2023

San Diego Green Building Council (SDGBC) Winter Soiree and Awards Ceremony, January 24, 4:30- 7:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join San Diego Green Building Council (SDGBC) for an evening of celebration, delicious food, local craft beer and wine, and networking! SDGBC is excited to be entering another year with this 

California Green Building

0 replies | 1066 views | Posted on: 12/21/2022 | Last updated: 12/21/2022

Sustainable Demolition - Donating Furnishings and Building Materials (Reduce Waste AND Save on Taxes!)

by Rate It Green Team


As Matt Hoots of Sawhorse Inc. reminds us, part of green building is wasting less.  There are quite a few ways to reduce waste, but among the simpler methods are throwing fewer items into l

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Demolition,Reuse,Georgia,Sustainable Demolition,1920sMakeoverATL,1920sMakeoverATL Showhouse

0 replies | 4212 views | Posted on: 12/02/2022 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Certified Green Lending Professional Training, November 1, San Diego, California

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Join Build It Green for a one-day course exploring the principles of green building and the whole house approach to the design, construction and operation of residential buildings.

Upon completion

"Overcoming Barriers to Safe Water Access in Low-Income Countries," Presented by Amy Pickering, October 21st, 3pm, Tufts University, Medford, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Provost and Senior Vice President Nadine Aubry and Dean Jianmin Qu, Karol Family Professor, School of Engineering, invite the community to celebrate the establishment of the Tiampo Family Professorshi

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Drinking Water,Social Justice,Clean Water,Water Accessibility,Water Access,Water Safety

0 replies | 1592 views | Posted on: 10/04/2019 | Last updated: 10/04/2019

Sustainable Job Opportunity: City of Boston, Climate and Energy Outreach Program Coordinator (Temporary, Grant Funded Position)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

City of Boston, Climate and Energy Outreach Program Coordinator (Temporary, Grant Funded Position)

- Temporary, Grant Funded Position (18 Months)
- Boston Residency Required
 

Brief Job D



Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 677 views | Posted on: 09/25/2019 | Last updated: 09/25/2019

Start Smart: Clean Energy From the Ground up, September 25, Waltham, MA

by AbbieKnight

Start Smart will offer residential new construction professionals the opportunity to learn the latest information on reliable, cost-effective, energy-efficient technologies and incentives with the goa

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: USGBCMA,Energy Efficiency,MassCEC,Cost-Effective

0 replies | 1800 views | Posted on: 09/05/2019 | Last updated: 09/05/2019

Designing a Green New Deal, September 13, 9:30am-7:30pm, Philadelphia, PA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

We are entering a period of once-unfathomable hope on climate change, where environmental advocates and leaders are staking out an ambitious agenda that matches the scale and urgency of the clima

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green New Deal

0 replies | 1586 views | Posted on: 08/07/2019 | Last updated: 08/07/2019

US Green Building Council NJ’s 16th Annual Golf Outing + Networking Dinner: September 17, Neschanic Station, NJ

by MVillere

Join us for a fun day of golf, networking & delicious food. Not a golfer? Join us for just the Networking Dinner.

This is a great opportunity to meet and network with like-minded professio

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 1142 views | Posted on: 07/24/2019 | Last updated: 07/24/2019

Energy Efficiency Progress: What We’ve Gained in 35 Years

by Chelsea W. // Student

A new report by the America Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, “Energy Efficiency in the United States: 35 Years and Counting," was released and found some truly incredible things. For one, yo…

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

Related to: Information and Resources ,Media,Energy,News,Studies/Surveys

Keywords: news,Energy Efficiency,Studies

0 replies | 1733 views | Posted on: 07/28/2015 | Last updated: 07/28/2015

Residential Solar in Carson: Solar for Single Family Homes, July 9, Carson, CA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

A workshop for residents to learn more about the benefits, challenges, and opportunities of going solar. Is your roof suitable for solar? Attend to find out! 

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Solar,Green Homes

0 replies | 1541 views | Posted on: 06/25/2019 | Last updated: 06/25/2019

GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Training, July 8 & July 16, Los Angeles, CA

by AidanAnthony // Intern

This event is comprised of 2 sessions, which build up to an exam at the end of the second session.

The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performing buildings, creating i

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1216 views | Posted on: 06/10/2019 | Last updated: 06/10/2019

Green Building Slam, St. Louis, MO, June 11 5:30-7:30 pm

by Gina Pryciak // Student

This year’s event will feature several fast paced presentations with an eye on redevelopment and equity. 

North Lafayette Square

This 12 acre project develops long vacant former indus

Filed under: Missouri

Missouri Green Building

0 replies | 879 views | Posted on: 06/03/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

GreenCon Building Conference and Expo, March 17, Dickinson College

by btfalcon71 // Architect, Sustainable Design Professional

GreenCon Building Conference and Expo, March 17, Dickinson College USGBC Central Pennsylvania is pleased to announce that Alex Wilson, Founder of BuildingGreen, Inc. and President of the Resilient …

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: USGBC Central Pennsylvania

0 replies | 1204 views | Posted on: 02/05/2016 | Last updated: 02/05/2016

250 Foot Tall Dorm at Cornell University Will be the Most Efficient Skyscraper Ever Built

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

Cornell University’s Tech campus, scheduled to be complete in 2017, is located on Roosevelt Island on the East River in New York. When complete the Tech campus will be an innovative and sustainable …

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

0 replies | 648 views | Posted on: 01/23/2016 | Last updated: 01/23/2016

21 Mayors Pledge US $5.2 Billion - 10 percent of budgets - to Resilience Strategies, at COP21

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

From CitiesToday, December 2, 2015: 21 mayors have pledged US$5.2 billion to fund resilience strategies by signing up to the 10% Resilience Pledge at the COP21 conference in Paris this week. May…

Filed under: Climate Change

Keywords: Resilience,COP21,Cities

0 replies | 1207 views | Posted on: 12/03/2015 | Last updated: 12/03/2015

Cradle to Cradle Products Symposium and Innovation Celebration, November 13, 8 am - 5 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Think positive. Design Positive. Make Positive. Cradle to Cradle Product Symposium and Innovation Celebration November 13, 2015 Product Symposium- Sessions 8am - 5 pm (Business Casual Atti…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Circular Economy,Cradle to Cradle

0 replies | 1381 views | Posted on: 11/05/2015 | Last updated: 11/05/2015

Insider Knowledge Report 2015

by Jason L. // LEED AP O+M

Published by Environmental Leader, LLC This report includes lessons-learned, tactics, insights and case studies from experts working in the trenches of corporate environmental, sustainability and ener…

Filed under: Information and Resources

0 replies | 965 views | Posted on: 09/24/2015 | Last updated: 09/24/2015

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel, Thursday, September 10, 5:30-8:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel Thursday, September 10 5:30 - 8:30 PM What fosters private and public sector ideas at the nexus of technology and government. How does in…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Innovation

0 replies | 1645 views | Posted on: 08/31/2015 | Last updated: 09/01/2015

 

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