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Climate Change, Part 4: It’s All About the Straws, Isn’t It?
I have been writing off and on about Bill Gates’ October 2018 post regarding climate change. Initially, I was interested in what he had to say because I was surprised to find out how much of an
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Green Things Summit, Online, April 25
The Green Things Summit returns in 2024 to highlight how IoT and other technologies will be used to drive green initiatives, optimize processes, reduce energy usage, empower the transition to renewabl
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Automatic Bath Fan Sensors Reduce Humidity, Pollutants, and Odors
As Green Builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. points out, most people don’t use ventilation properly. Exhaust fans can be a missed opportunity for improving Indoor air quality, or IAQ,
Heat pumps are an integral technology to achieving deep decarbonization in both new and existing buildings. However, there are many types and applications for heat pumps that have different considerat
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Free Webinar: Tools to estimate moisture and humidity risk, March 6, 12–1pm EST
Dive into moisture management for buildings with our hands-on app session. Learn how to tackle and predict moisture issues using an easy-to-use app built from a Google spreadsheet. Explore charts that
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Delve into the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate (HEEHRA) Program and Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) program offered through the Inflation Reduction Act.
With an anticipated $582 million f
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Commercial organizations are increasingly accounting for tenant and scope 3 emissions, but reducing these emissions and tracking progress toward a target remains a challenge. Join this webinar to hear
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Free Webinar: Assembling the Zero-Carbon Home, January 25, 9am-12pm
Zero-carbon homes are on the fast track to mitigate climate change. Using less energy for space conditioning and hot water production throughout the year than conventional duel-fuel systems, zero-carb
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Transport yourself to the enchanting realm of the Secret Garden and immerse yourself in a truly exquisite evening!
USGBC-LA extend a warm invitation to you to join them in celebrating the 19th Annu
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Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101, Free and Online, December 5, 12-2 pm ET
Course overview
For many building professionals, understanding the energy code can feel overly complicated. Luckily, Urban Green is here to help! Crushing the Code NYS: Energy Code 101 pr
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The 50001 Ready Program and 50001 Ready Navigator tool are designed to help organizations combine energy efficiency and decarbonization activities into one systematic, continuous improvement process.
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mindful Materials - Commit to Change Seattle, Wednesday, May 1, 7:30-9 am PDT
If we change the way products are made and the way buildings are designed, we can positively impact the health of the population and the planet.
Every architect, designer and contractor looking for
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Cleantech Open 2019 Boston Kickoff Party, March 21, 5:30pm, Somerville, MA
Please join Cleantech Open Northeast in celebrating the launch of the 2019 Cleantech Open accelerator! Cleantech Open welcomes all entrepreneurs, students, investors, savvy technologists, and any
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Check out the Socially Sustainable Design and Sustainable Energy Solutions sessions at #ArchitectureBoston Expo, sponsored by the Institute for Human Centered Design and the Northeast Sustainable Ener…
The Future of LEED: Ongoing Performance & LEED v4.1, January 31, 1-3pm, Denver
Please join USGBC Colorado's Metro Denver and Southern Colorado Education Committees in the Denver Tech Center on January 31st to learn about the Arc platform. Arc is for LEED certified buildings
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GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Training - January 22, 8 -11am, Los Angeles, CA
The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performing buildings, creating increased demand across the country for sustainable building skills.
This course teaches the basics
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4th Edition of Global Conference on Plant Science and Molecular Biology
Plant Science Conference 2019 will provide a dedicated platform to peer researchers, young inspired scientists, academicians, and industrialists to meet, discuss and share the knowledge that’s s
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USGBC NJ Annual 2018 Holiday Party & Member Reception, Dec 11, Elizabeth, NJ
Come and celebrate & network with your friends and colleagues at our holiday celebration. Board of Directors Election Ballots will be available that night - only current NJ members may vote in the
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Presinar: LEED Supports Healthy Spaces, Nov 14, Boston MA
Missed Greenbuild Boston? Tune in for an exclusive look at the best sessions. In this session, subject matter experts discuss how LEED addresses human health and well-being.
Course Objectives:
Und
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MIT Water Summit 2018: Thirsty Cities, November 15-16, Cambridge, MA
By 2050, 70% of the world’s population will live in cities, up from 50% today. Many cities are already running out of water. This year’s MIT Water Summit brings together representatives of
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4th Massachusetts Sustainable Business Awards, November 15, Somerville, MA
Join the Sustainable Business Network of Massachusetts for the Fourth Annual Massachusetts Sustainable Business Awards!
The awards will be emcee’d by WBUR’s Robin Young! We’re exc
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NMR Group looking for a Research Associate
NMR is currently seeking candidates for a Research Associate I position. They are a small but expanding consulting firm specializing in evaluation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. T…
From Emerging Green Building Professionals to Industry Leaders - May 5, 6 - 8 pm Designtex 200 Varick Street (8th Floor) New York, NY 10014 For over 10 years, NY Urban Green's Emerging Professio…
Massachusetts Green Communities
I recently was told about a government program in which municipalities can register as 'green communities' and gain additional funding and grants for installing green initiatives and renewable energy …
Employees of Magor Brewery Remove Waste from Foreshore
20 employees from Magor Brewery took a day off from brewing beer recently and headed down to the shoreline to give it a good (late) spring clean! The MP for Newport East, Jessica Morden and the Ke…
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