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Power & Renewables Summit 2018, November 13-14, Austin, TX
Power & Renewables Summit 2018 will gather industry views on how renewable integration, decarbonization, sector electrification and the growing need for increased capacity and flexibility are impa
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Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, December 8, Greenwich, CT
Crushing the Code New York State: Commercial is a course that prepares building and design professionals in New York State to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 ECCCNYS and design
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Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, Online, November 29
Crushing the Code New York City: Commercial is a course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy-efficie
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WELL Workshop: Decarbonizing the Planet through People, November 2, 12 - 4:30 pm, Chicago, Illinois
What is the WELL Building Standard and how can it work towards nurturing health and well-being through sustainability?
The International WELL Building Institute (IWBI) recognizes that human health
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Free Green Building Webinar: Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, September 28, 12 pm ET
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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Getting to Zero — Illinois Summit, Chicago, IL, October 6
It’s time to make net zero buildings feasible, affordable, and so commonplace that every building in Illinois by 2050 is net zero. To help advance Illinois toward this goal, we are bri
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Virtual WELL Performance Testing Agent Training, October 11, 12 and 13, 8 pm ET
This training will grow the network of qualified, independent agents who conduct on-site performance tests for projects pursuing WELL Certification.
This learning experience is ideal for independen
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As part of the 19th annual Water Conservation Showcase, Kaufmann and EBMUD ranger supervisor Han Barrett-Liu will be leading a walk around Lafayette Reservoir to connect and share stories while learni
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Join the US Department of Energy for this peer exchange call from the Better Buildings Residential Network.
Webinar: Racism in Real Estate, August 18, 1 pm CDT
Racism in Real Estate explores structural racism and the racial wealth gap as it applies to housing. Rethos will consider the role of the real estate industry in the history of racial housing dis
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Designing for All: IWBI Webinar: The Next Frontier of Inclusive Design, June 23, 12 pm ET
While the built environment enables many to connect and gather, it disables others through lack of ramps, narrow doorways, extreme lighting and loud or distracting noises. Who is truly welcome at the
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When designing a restroom or other space, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that function, appeal to the senses, and contribute to green building initiatives. In
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Example of a Net Zero Energy Renovation - IBS 2022 Home Tour | Saw Horse Design
A recently renovated net-zero energy renovated home was on display at the 2022 International Builder’s Show. From wall-mounted toilets to silent Mitsubishi electric compressors, th
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Energy Fellows Institute, Advanced Energy Executive Program, May 16 - 23
Energy Fellows Institute is an executive immersion program providing a platform for the exchange of ideas, opportunity, skills and community to develop leaders ready to succeed in world changing advan…
EuroSciCon welcomes you to attend the 7th Edition of International Conference on Green Energy, Green Engineering, and Technology during September 20-21, 2018 at Berlin, Germany. We cordially invite al…
USGBC Detroit General Circle Meeting- September 10th
If you are interested in getting involved with the USGBC Detroit Region and helping to make an impact in the local community then please join for an active discussion.
Greenbuild: Building Tours, November 13, Chicago, IL
Green Building Tours are one of Greenbuild's most popular and exciting features, providing the opportunity to explore green buildings ranging from higher education facilities to sports venues. In 2…
Open to the public + to qualifying grantees: *Employees of NJ businesses may qualify to take this course fully-funded. Interested companies should contact Mary Ellen Garrigus at coordinator@usgbcnj.o…
Sustainable Florida Forum, July 19th, Orlando, Florida
This dynamic one-day event, designed exclusively for sustainability professionals will include: Hot Topic - Plastic Waste & Marine Debris-- What is the scope of the problem? What are the solutions…
USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee Meeting, July 09, Boston, MA, 6-8 pm
The Residential Green Building Committee is focused on improving the housing stock of the Commonwealth by championing green building practices in our communities. Join on the second Monday of each mon…
IFMA's World's Workplace, Your Facility Conference & Expo, Oct 3-5, Charlotte, NC
Lots of imitators. We’re the originator. The most all-encompassing learning and networking event on facilities and how to manage them. Immerse yourself in all things FM — from groundbreaking di…
This conference offers a platform for worldwide researchers and scientists from academia, industry and government to discuss proposals and disseminate results on sustainable energy and materials and i…
The First LEED Platinum certified Ice Arena
Bentley University, located in Waltham, Massachusetts, has recently opened a new LEED certified multipurpose arena; making it the first ice arena to earn the LEED platinum certification. The 76,000 sq…
The Nation Saves $6 for Every $1 Spent on Climate Change Resilience
2017 was the costliest year ever for the U.S., stated by the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA). NOAA writes on January 5, 2018, during 2017, U.S. experienced 16 weather and climat
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The new age of transparency and optimization in building products calls on us all to ensure the products we create, specify, and use contribute to a sustainable and regenerative society. High performa…
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