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Radio BE-Ex: New York's Path to Decarbonization Webcast with Janet Joseph, May 21, 1-2 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

New York State has one of the most progressive climate action plans in the country– a commitment to 100 percent carbon free electricity by 2040, and carbon neutrality across all sectors of the e

Filed under: Podcasts

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,NYSERDA,Decarbonization,Radio

0 replies | 968 views | Posted on: 05/14/2020 | Last updated: 05/14/2020

Global Conference on Infectious Diseases

by Benn

Mark your calendars for the Infectious Diseases Congress (IDC 2026), taking place from April 23-25, 2026 in Paris, France. This hybrid event is a highlight among Infectious Disease Conferences, offeri

0 replies | 93 views | Posted on: 05/23/2025 | Last updated: 05/23/2025

ESG & Decarbonizing Real Estate, July 16-17, Dana Point, California

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

Decarbonization, a key aspect of ESG in real estate, involves reducing carbon emissions from buildings and real estate projects through energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable materials.&

California Green Building

0 replies | 112 views | Posted on: 05/12/2025 | Last updated: 06/04/2025

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently - Electrification Opportunities for Solar Installers, June 24, 12 - 1:30 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

California’s push for building electrification is quickly driving major changes in the residential energy sphere. Solar contractors, designers, and affiliated trades have the opportunity to capt

California Green Building

0 replies | 711 views | Posted on: 04/26/2025 | Last updated: 05/14/2025

Free Webinar: Extreme Heat for Construction Professionals, May 29, 10 am - 12:30 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Preparing for climate change requires learning how to adapt in the face of this change in order to increase the resilience of communities, natural systems, and our built environment to withstand and r

California Green Building

0 replies | 883 views | Posted on: 04/05/2025 | Last updated: 05/06/2025

Free Online PG&E Course: Electric Heat Pumps for Water Heating, April 2, 12-3pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As the electricity supply becomes cleaner due to an increased use of renewables for generation, along with a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting gas installs in new homes, electricity becom

California Green Building

0 replies | 515 views | Posted on: 03/20/2025 | Last updated: 03/20/2025

Reducing Polluted Stormwater Runoff in Boston Rivers: “Residual Designation Authority,” Online, March 11, 11:45am - 1:15pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The U.S. EPA has proposed a new stormwater permit and is accepting public comments until March 17. This permit would apply to privately-owned industrial, commercial, and institutional properties in th

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 463 views | Posted on: 03/03/2025 | Last updated: 03/03/2025

Online 2-part Series: Electrify Efficiently: The Homeowner’s Perspective, March 11 & 25, 12 - 1:30 PM

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Presented by Electrify My Home, this two-part mini-series focuses on the critical shift towards building electrification. Participants will explore the benefits of transitioning to all-electric homes,

California Green Building

0 replies | 780 views | Posted on: 02/05/2025 | Last updated: 02/05/2025

Free Webinar: Electric Heat Pumps for Space Heating and Cooling, March 26, 9 am - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

As our electricity supply becomes cleaner due to increased use of renewable's for generation along with a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting installs in new homes, electricity becomes

California Green Building

0 replies | 699 views | Posted on: 01/18/2025 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Boston Society for Architecture (BSA) Webinar: Embodied Carbon 101 - Carbon Accounting, July 27, 3 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Embodied Carbon 101 (EC101) series will give AEC professionals foundational embodied carbon knowledge and empower them to incorporate carbon considerations into their work. Rather than attempting

Filed under: Green Building Finance

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Carbon,Green Building Finance,Boston Society of Architects - BSA,Embodied Carbon

0 replies | 1422 views | Posted on: 07/10/2020 | Last updated: 07/10/2020

Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) - Board of Directors Position Available

by AbbieKnight

Each year, the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA) Membership elects individuals to serve on their Board of Directors. This year, they are adding an open application period to the pr

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Northeast Solar Energy Association - NESEA,Board of Directors

0 replies | 1594 views | Posted on: 06/23/2020 | Last updated: 06/30/2020

FREE Webinar: Uncontrolled Moisture: The Enemy of a Healthy Home, June 17, 12pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

We all know that fresh air ventilation and whole house air filtration are important to achieving a healthy home but there is one other major component that is often not considered – dedicated mo

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Related to: Education ,Indoor Air Quality

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Indoor Air Quality,Humidity,Moisture Control

0 replies | 1063 views | Posted on: 06/09/2020 | Last updated: 06/09/2020

Webinar: GreenCE: Sustainable Hand Dryer Solutions, June 11, 12pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will discuss how hand dryers have evolved from the first generation of hand dryers to the efficient, hygienic wave of the present and future. Examining the newest features available,

Filed under: Appliances

Related to: Green Consumer Products

Keywords: Electric Hand Dryers,Hand Dryer,Green hygiene

0 replies | 1251 views | Posted on: 05/28/2020 | Last updated: 05/29/2020

Lessons of Climate Resilience in New York City, The Earth Institute at Columbia University - October 19, NY NY - 6 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Lessons of Climate Resilience in New York City The Earth Institute at Columbia University Wednesday, October 19, 6 - 7:15 PM Low Library 535 W. 116 St. New York, NY 10027 Hurricane Sandy was…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 808 views | Posted on: 10/17/2016 | Last updated: 10/17/2016

USGBC Virtual Town Hall Executive Meeting: Hosted by USGBC Florida, Monday, May 11 9-11 am

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

A lot has changed over the past few weeks that is impacting our daily lives, but one thing has not: sustainability and resiliency are still at the core of building healthy, efficient and equitable bui

Filed under: LEED (USGBC)

Related to: Other

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,USGBC Florida

0 replies | 1185 views | Posted on: 04/30/2020 | Last updated: 04/30/2020

FREE Green Building Webinar - Sustainable + Contemporary Commercial Restroom Materials, Thursday, May 7, 12pm

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

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

Keywords: restrooms,Commercial Restrooms

0 replies | 1569 views | Posted on: 04/14/2020 | Last updated: 04/17/2020

Webinar: How Can We Make Net Zero the Norm? USGBC National Capital Region, March 31

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

An open roundtable to discuss what it's going to take to make net zero construction and operation the norm.

 

Net zero construction and operation of buildings have quickly become a crit

Keywords: Green Building,Netzero

0 replies | 1830 views | Posted on: 03/29/2020 | Last updated: 03/29/2020

NESEA Green Building Pro Tour - New England's Largest Passive House, Friday June 9, Boston

by Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)

Green Building Pro Tour - New England's Largest Passive House Northeast Sustainable Energy Association Friday June 9 Boston, Massachusetts CEUs Pending: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, 2.0 BPI, and certificat…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: LEED,Green Building Tour,Passive House,PHIUS

0 replies | 1179 views | Posted on: 03/08/2017 | Last updated: 11/08/2019

Home Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Workshop, Tuesday, February 28, Greenfield

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Home Energy Efficiency and Weatherization Workshop Presented by tje Center for EcoTechnology Tuesday, February 28 6 - 7 pm Greenfield Public Library 402 Main Street - Greenfield CET's ho…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Weatherization

0 replies | 676 views | Posted on: 02/22/2017 | Last updated: 02/22/2017

A film worth watching: How to keep cool without costing the Earth?

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

About 6% of the electricity generated in America is used to power air-conditioning systems that cool homes and offices. As countries such as Brazil, China and India grow richer, they will surely do li…

Filed under: Other Products

Keywords: Carbon Reduction,Materials Science,Cooling Technique

0 replies | 2286 views | Posted on: 02/14/2017 | Last updated: 02/14/2017

Event: Conquering the Energy Code for Architects & Engineers - Residential. February 3, 9am - 5pm Manhattan

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Conquering the Energy Code for Architects & Engineers - Residential February 3, 9am - 5pm Urban Green Council - Manhattan 55 Broad Street, 9th Floor - Blue Room New York, NY The new Energy Code…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Code,NYC Events,Continuing Education Credits

0 replies | 735 views | Posted on: 02/02/2017 | Last updated: 02/02/2017

U.S. Building Sector Emissions Down Again!

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

The 2030 Challenge, which initially began in 2005, is ALL about lowering U.S. building sector energy consumption so that by the year 2030, all buildings/developments/renovations will be carbon neutral…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Keywords: ASHRAE,Architecture 2030,The 2030 Challenge,U.S. Building Sector Emissions,AIA

0 replies | 1677 views | Posted on: 01/19/2017 | Last updated: 01/20/2017

Passive House Massachusetts Meeting - "One Year in a Passive House"- Dec 13, 6:30 pm, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Passive House Massachusetts: One Year in a Passive House! December 13, 2016 | 6:30 PM - 8 PM BSA Space 290 Congress Street, Suite 200 Boston What’s it like to live in a passive house? …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Passive House Massachusetts

0 replies | 931 views | Posted on: 12/12/2016 | Last updated: 12/12/2016

Modern Framing Techniques that Work - Webinar, 11/30 - 1-2 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Modern Framing Techniques that Work Wednesday, November 30 1–2 pm Central Free to view, pay $95 for credit PRESENTER John Stephany Madison Area Technical College Are you a skeptic when…

Filed under: Webinars

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: Framing

0 replies | 948 views | Posted on: 11/29/2016 | Last updated: 11/29/2016

UGC Forum: Achieving the Carbon Challenge for Hospitals (Nov.7/6-8pm/77 Water St.)

by aahassonjee

Join Urban Green Council for Achieving the NYC Carbon Challenge for hospitals. The NYC Carbon Challenge is a groundbreaking public-private partnership between the City of New York and private and i…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 754 views | Posted on: 11/03/2016 | Last updated: 11/03/2016

 

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