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The Roadmap to Net Zero: Moving from Ambition to Delivery in 2022 December 16, 2pm EST / 11am PST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Creating a joint approach to hitting Net Zero targets

Businesses called for governments to step up and help them lead on climate action at COP26, as companies could not “shoulder the burden a

0 replies | 1533 views | Posted on: 12/07/2021 | Last updated: 12/07/2021

Free Webinar: Future of Your Home's Breaker Box for Electrification, August 14, 12-1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Between new regulatory requirements for all-electric homes, the desire to have at-home EV charging, and/or more efficient appliances, pressure is placed on builders to accommodate higher loads, result

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 642 views | Posted on: 07/31/2024 | Last updated: 07/31/2024

2024 Women Shaping the Agenda: Breaking Barriers, Building Resilience, July 18, Worcester, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

Join at College of the Holy Cross for NEWIEE's 10th Annual Women Shaping the Agenda Event for a networking reception and interactive panel discussion.

Panel Topic: This years topic is Breaking

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 961 views | Posted on: 07/05/2024 | Last updated: 07/05/2024

Free Webinar: Debunking Electrification Myths – Addressing Misconceptions about BE, September 20, 9 - 11 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Do many of your clients often have the same questions about electrification, and you’re not sure how to respond? This session will address common misconceptions surrounding building and transpor

California Green Building

0 replies | 1076 views | Posted on: 06/08/2024 | Last updated: 06/13/2024

Free Webinar: Ductless Heat Pumps - Part 1 in a 5-Part All-Electric in Design and Construction Series, June 20, 9:30-11 am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

All-Electric in Design & Construction Series

Incorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects can be a bumpy road, but understanding the nuts and bolts of speci

California Green Building

0 replies | 1156 views | Posted on: 05/29/2024 | Last updated: 05/29/2024

Free Webinar: Navigating Organizational Funding for Home Energy Upgrade Programs in Justice 40 Communities, May 21, 1 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The federal government is releasing historic amounts of funding to advance home energy upgrades in the United States right now, with many specifically dedicated to delivering energy savings, comfort,

0 replies | 585 views | Posted on: 05/07/2024 | Last updated: 05/07/2024

Smart Cities Connect Conferance & Expo, May 7-10, Raleigh, North Carolina

by Hani // Social media manager

Smart cities have evolved from a futuristic vision into a tangible reality, creating fundamental impact for people and the planet. From pilot projects that showcase innovative technologies to enduring

0 replies | 550 views | Posted on: 04/24/2024 | Last updated: 04/24/2024

The Energy Evolution Summit, Hosted by SEPA, April 28-30, Coronado, California

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This in-person only summit is tailored for energy leaders and decision makers who are prioritizing decarbonization and driving the transformation of the energy sector. The Energy Evolut

California Green Building

0 replies | 713 views | Posted on: 04/05/2024 | Last updated: 04/05/2024

Free Webinar: Heat Pump Water Heaters in Real Life, March 27, 8 am CT, 9 am ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This webinar will provide you with an introduction to the design of heat pump water heaters (HPWH) and their applications in real life. This one-hour webinar will review the basics of heat pump techno

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 613 views | Posted on: 03/22/2024 | Last updated: 03/22/2024

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently: Electrical Panel Assessments - Examples for Heat Pump Installers, March 26, 12-1:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

As more California homeowners begin electrifying their homes, heat pump installers will be faced with the challenge of navigating electrical panel challenges including condition, capacity, fitment, su

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

0 replies | 911 views | Posted on: 03/01/2024 | Last updated: 03/01/2024

Webinar: Passive House for Builders & Contractors, March 24, 2 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Eversource and UI, CNG, SCG, in partnership with Connecticut Passive House, are pleased to offer the Energize CT Passive House webinars at no cost! Please see below to reserve your virtual s

Filed under: Builders/Contractors

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Passive House,Project Manager,Connecticut,Contractors,Home Builders

0 replies | 1646 views | Posted on: 03/02/2022 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

New Heat Pump Incentives, Green Energy Consumers Alliance, Online and Free, February 9, 12 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Many people are wondering if now is the right time to switch from a gas, oil, or propane-fueled heating system to an electric heat pump. This webinar will give you an overview and resources to learn m

Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Energy Consumers Alliance

0 replies | 1021 views | Posted on: 02/01/2022 | Last updated: 02/01/2022

Smart Cities Technology Symposiumc & Exhibition, January 18-19

by Richard Minasian // Student

It is predicted that by 2050 about 64% of the developing world and 86% of the developed world will live in urban areas. The global smart cities market is expected to reach USD 297.7 billion by 2026, e

Filed under: The Smart Home

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainability,Urban Development,Smart Cities,Technology,built environment

0 replies | 1395 views | Posted on: 12/31/2021 | Last updated: 12/31/2021

Intersolar Exhibition & Conference India, Dec 5 – 7, Mumbai, India

by Oyin

Attend India's Largest Exhibition and Conference for the Solar Industry Intersolar India is the country’s largest exhibition and conference for the solar industry. It takes place annually at …

Filed under: Events

India Green Building

0 replies | 1208 views | Posted on: 10/28/2017 | Last updated: 10/28/2017

Building Energy Compliance Seminar: Crash Course on NYC Local Laws, Online and FREE, December 17. 9:30 am - 12:30 pm

by NYCsustainability.org // Free resource for building owners and property managers who have questions about NYC sustainability laws and procedures.

In this FREE, three-hour seminar for building owners, property managers, and consultants, we will discuss all of the greenhouse gas-related local laws that impact the majority of NYC’s larger bu

Filed under: Government Policies

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1683 views | Posted on: 11/19/2021 | Last updated: 11/23/2021

Design Practice Exchange - Navigating the [Post] Pandemic Design Terrain, November 19, 8 am EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Design + Practice Exchange (DPE) is a one-and-a-half-day symposium of compelling conversations and design presentations centering on the voices of women in architecture. The Women in Architecture

Filed under: Designers

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Design,New York,Economy,Wellness,pandemic

0 replies | 3560 views | Posted on: 11/03/2021 | Last updated: 11/03/2021

Webinar: Getting to Carbon Neutrality: Reimagining Our Homes, November 4, 7 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

In this webinar, the second in the Getting to Carbon Neutrality series, industry experts will describe the basics of zero carbon buildings and how to transform our homes and other buildings to meet th

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Carbon,Carbon Neutrality

0 replies | 1554 views | Posted on: 10/14/2021 | Last updated: 10/15/2021

Free Webinar: Costing the Earth: Embodied Carbon and the Race to Net Zero, October 14, 3 pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Within the built environment, attention has tended to focus heavily on operational carbon, with little heed given to the carbon expended through the rest of the life-cycle.

Yet, over the lifetime o

Filed under: Energy

UK Green Building

Keywords: Energy,UK,Net zero,Embodied Carbon Network

0 replies | 1345 views | Posted on: 09/24/2021 | Last updated: 09/24/2021

Virtual Event: The Green Summit, September 23-24, 9 am PST / 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Green Summit is a two day virtual event taking place from 9 am to 2 pm featuring presentations from the leaders in cleantech, renewable energy, and sustainability with keynote speaker Hap Klo

Filed under: Energy

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Cleantech,Renewable Energy,Sustainability

0 replies | 1795 views | Posted on: 09/02/2021 | Last updated: 09/03/2021

Hitchcock Center Living Building Tour, March 21, 12-1pm, Amherst, MA

by Jessica Schultz // Living Building Coordinator

Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature, it is net zero energy, net zero water, has composting toilets, and has been made with responsibly sourced non…

Filed under: Living Building Challenge

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 2165 views | Posted on: 03/02/2018 | Last updated: 03/06/2018

Demystifying Passive House: IAQ - A NAPHN (North American Passive House Network) Forum Wednesday, Feb 21 - New York, NY

by North American Passive House Network (NAPHN)

Demystifying Passive House: IAQ A NAPHN (North American Passive House Network) Forum Join NAPHN and NYPH for the first panel in a series of educational forums, that debunks the myths surrounding P…

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Demystifying Passive House

0 replies | 1023 views | Posted on: 02/08/2018 | Last updated: 02/15/2018

An Optimistic Report from the Dystopian, Apocalyptic World of 2030 Fri, January 19 8:30 AM – 10:00 AM

by Amy

An Optimistic Report from the Dystopian, Apocalyptic World of 2030 In the last decade, carbon levels increased 20 parts per million (from 380 to 403), the population grew by one billion, global tem…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Keywords: Sustainable Architecture

0 replies | 1189 views | Posted on: 01/04/2018 | Last updated: 01/09/2018

Executive Director - Groundwork Denver

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Over the last ten years, Groundwork Denver has seen immense impact through its robust range of programs including energy efficiency, urban agriculture, urban waters, transportation, parks and green sp…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

0 replies | 824 views | Posted on: 11/16/2017 | Last updated: 11/16/2017

Sustainability Tour of Eco-Industrial Park, August 5, Pittsboro, NC

by Oyin

Come visit and see a working sustainable biodiesel plant, a sustainable agriculture farm, vermiculture, a biodiversity garden, a green building model, an organic local food distributor, a huge solar a…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1429 views | Posted on: 11/05/2017 | Last updated: 11/05/2017

Cultivate'18 An AmericanHort Experience, July 14 - 17, Columbus, Ohio

by Oyin

Cultivate is the industry's preeminent event for business, networking, professional development, trends, industry research, and business growth. It's where the entire green industry gathers for an eve…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1216 views | Posted on: 10/31/2017 | Last updated: 10/31/2017

 

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