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LEED Residential in the Mid Atlantic Region, December 15, 10:30-12 PM EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

In its second generation, the USGBC is guided by four pillars: sustainability, resiliency, health, and equity. USGBC remains committed to a sustainable and equitable world. Now more than ever it

Filed under: LEED (USGBC)

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: Green Building,LEED,Multi-Family Housing,Single Family Homes,healthy living,Residential Buildings

0 replies | 1521 views | Posted on: 11/19/2021 | Last updated: 11/20/2021

Free Webinar: The "Pretty Good House," A Student Built Net Zero House in Taylorville, Illinois, June 26, 12 - 1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

THS students are building a net zero, "Pretty Good House" (PGH) in central Illinois. The home, based on Mottram Architecture's 1600sqft "Freeport Net Zero" design, is being bui

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 631 views | Posted on: 06/06/2024 | Last updated: 06/06/2024

Free Webinar Series: Electric Vehicle (EV) Charging Infrastructure for Multifamily & Commercial Properties, May 31, June 27, 12-2 pm PT & July 25

by Hani // Social media manager

This electric vehicle training (EV) webinar is intended for building owners, designers, builders and developers, and architects seeking information on EV charging and best practices on how to install

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 841 views | Posted on: 05/20/2024 | Last updated: 05/21/2024

NESEA Pro Tour of the World’s first Core Living Building Certified Project, May 17, 1pm - 5pm, Allentown, PA

by Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA)

On May 17, attendees of this Allentown, PA, event will have the opportunity to meet members of the project team as they lead the tour of this newly-constructed 21,000 sf building on the Muhlenberg Col

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 474 views | Posted on: 04/30/2024 | Last updated: 10/02/2024

Housing 2.0 Workshop hosted by Green Builder Media at Coverings 2024, April 23, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Builder Media and building industry leader Sam Rashkin are offering Housing 2.0, a pioneering training and education program focused on disruption in the housing industry. Sam will be presenting

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

0 replies | 393 views | Posted on: 04/16/2024 | Last updated: 04/16/2024

Free Webinar: USGBC-LA Extreme Heat for Construction Professionals, April 18, 9am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

Extreme Heat for Landscape and Construction Professionals

As one of the most climate-stressed places in the world, California experiences profound and varied impacts across its vast expanse. P

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 989 views | Posted on: 03/29/2024 | Last updated: 03/29/2024

RE+ Southeast, April 17 – 18, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

RE+ Southeast was designed to serve and advance the Renewable Energy market by bringing together buyers and suppliers in solar and energy storage to explore business solutions, new technologies,

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

0 replies | 567 views | Posted on: 03/14/2024 | Last updated: 03/14/2024

Free Online Course by PG&E: Basics of Lighting Controls, March 12, 9-11am PT

by Hani // Social media manager

This introductory course on lighting controls provides attendees a practical guide to common lighting control components found in commercial lighting systems. The class will introduce how to use contr

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 768 views | Posted on: 02/22/2024 | Last updated: 02/26/2024

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently: Overcoming Heat Pump Objections, February 27, 12-1:30 pm PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Electrify My Home continues this ‘lunch-and-learn’ webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportuni

California Green Building

0 replies | 921 views | Posted on: 02/04/2024 | Last updated: 02/05/2024

Webinar: Sustainable Acoustics, March 22, 3 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Acoustics is a critical component in providing a comfortable listening environment for users and is recognized by several building rating systems for sustainability and health including LEED, WELL, Fi

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Energy,Design,Construction,Acoustics

0 replies | 1288 views | Posted on: 03/01/2022 | Last updated: 03/01/2022

Water Sensors Can Help Save $$ - Sensor Industries

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Using water efficiently and avoiding waste should be a top priority for green builders, and all builders. Since water is a finite resource, it is essential to ensure that we have an adeq

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Water,IoT,Water Conservation,Flooding,Plumbing,Water Sensors,Leaks,Water leaks

0 replies | 11556 views | Posted on: 01/21/2022 | Last updated: 09/25/2023

Webinar: Landscape Architecture - Sea Rise, February 4, 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This monthly presentation on the science of climate change and landscape architecture solutions is centered around sea rise. 

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

California Green Building

Keywords: Architecture,Sea level rise,Landscape

0 replies | 1444 views | Posted on: 12/29/2021 | Last updated: 12/29/2021

Webinar: Energy Efficiency Stakeholder Group, New Jersey Clean Energy Program, December 22, 1 pm EST

by Richard Minasian // Student

New Jersey's Clean Energy Program Stakeholder Groups are open to the public and provide opportunities for stakeholder participation.

 

New Jersey's Clean Energy Program offers

Filed under: Energy

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

Keywords: Energy,Energy Efficiency,New Jersey,stakeholders,New Jersey Clean Energy Learning Center,New Jersey Clean Energy Program

0 replies | 880 views | Posted on: 12/06/2021 | Last updated: 12/07/2021

2018 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings, Aug 12 - 17, Pacific Grove, CA

by Oyin

The 2018 ACEEE Summer Study is the 20th biennial ACEEE conference on Energy Efficiency in Buildings. This preeminent meeting will attract a diverse group of professionals to discuss cutting-edge techn…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 970 views | Posted on: 10/28/2017 | Last updated: 10/28/2017

Webinar: Home Electrification Series: Building Envelope, November 9, 7 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

In the second session of our Home Electrification Series, we’ll review how to assess and improve your home’s building envelope, including insulation and air sealing. Before you look to rep

Filed under: Electric Services

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Insulation,Weatherization,air sealing,Electrification,Building Envelope,Heating

0 replies | 1486 views | Posted on: 10/29/2021 | Last updated: 10/29/2021

Economics of High Efficiency Homes, November 4, 5:30 pm MST / 7:30 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Do you always hear about Net Zero, LEED, Passive house, or high efficiency homes with skepticism, because they are too costly? For this Superhero Series event we invited Axel Sorensen, from Homes by S

0 replies | 1239 views | Posted on: 10/13/2021 | Last updated: 10/13/2021

Free Green Building Webinar: Sustainable + Contemporary Commercial Restroom Materials, October 7, 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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,Facilities

0 replies | 1224 views | Posted on: 09/21/2021 | Last updated: 09/21/2021

Advancing Environmental Education Conference, September 21, 24 & 25

by Richard Minasian // Student

Our virtual conference will allow for innovation, recorded sessions (so you can attend ALL of them instead of being forced to choose between offerings), a tremendous amount of EE learning, connec

Filed under: Education

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Environment,Education

0 replies | 1617 views | Posted on: 08/29/2021 | Last updated: 08/29/2021

The Future of Suburbia- One Day Conference, April 18 in Brisbane City, Australia

by AbbieKnight

Join for 'The Future Of Suburbia' hosted by The BDA and The Suburban Alliance featuring International Keynote Speaker Dr Alan M Berger, Center for Advanced Urbanism, Massachusetts Institute of Technol…

0 replies | 1651 views | Posted on: 03/15/2018 | Last updated: 03/15/2018

Multi-Family Affordable Housing In-Progress, Case Study, Passive House Massachusetts March Mtg - 3/13 6:30 pm, Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Passive House Massachusetts for this presentation of the first multi-family Passive House development in New Hampshire by the projects's CPHC's: Paul Eldrenkamp & Mike Duclos. Gilford Village…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1432 views | Posted on: 02/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/28/2018

NextGen Homes Green Construction Tour - Interior Finishes, February 20, Chattanooga, Tennessee

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join green|spaces for the next construction tour at the NextGen Homes. This tour will feature eco-friendly interior finishes. The goal of this project is to educate builders, designers, students and g…

Filed under: Events

Keywords: NextGen Homes Construction Tour

0 replies | 903 views | Posted on: 02/06/2018 | Last updated: 02/06/2018

Tufts Energy Conference, Friday & Saturday, February 2nd & 3rd, Medford, MA

by Amy

The Tufts Energy Conference is an annual event that brings together professionals, students, and experts from the private, public, and nonprofit sectors to discuss critical global energy issues. The c…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Tufts

0 replies | 1441 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/23/2018

The Edison Awards Gala, April 11, New York

by Oyin

The Edison Achievement Award recognizes global, innovative leaders' contributions to and positive influences on existing, new, and emerging markets. These individuals serve as an inspiration to future…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1558 views | Posted on: 11/11/2017 | Last updated: 11/11/2017

Solar Executive MBA Training Online, 6 weeks, Feb 19 - Apr 1

by Oyin

Access the tools, knowledge, and network you need to close solar deals, increase your bottom line, and grow your solar business. The course gives you the financial modeling background and perspec…

Filed under: Education

0 replies | 4768 views | Posted on: 11/05/2017 | Last updated: 12/12/2017

Boston GreenFest, Boston, MA, August 3-5, 2018

by Oyin

Boston GreenFest's goal is to educate and empower people to create a more sustainable, healthier world. We are actively building an interconnected, ever-expanding network throughout our neighborhoods,…

Filed under: Events

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1165 views | Posted on: 10/31/2017 | Last updated: 06/01/2018

 

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