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Free Green Building CE Webinar: Protect, Enhance and Maintain Glass with a High-Performance Glass Coating, May 4, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will evaluate protective coatings as a solution for many common problems encountered during the life-cycle of a building. Some of the easily recognized benefits of a low maintenance coati

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Operations and Maintenance,Performance Glass,Maintaining Glass

0 replies | 1144 views | Posted on: 04/14/2022 | Last updated: 04/17/2022

Free Building Energy Exchange Event: WISE Ask Me Anything with Florence MacGregor, New York City, February 16, 6 pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Florence MacGregor is the Executive Director of the Northeast Sustainable Energy Association, where she has contributed to advancing sustainability practices in the built environment during her seven

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,New York,Community Events,building energy exchange,built environment

0 replies | 1415 views | Posted on: 01/20/2023 | Last updated: 01/20/2023

Accessory Dwelling Unit Design Course, February 2-28

by samanthaklein // Intern

Accessory Dwelling Units (ADUs) have a long history of providing flexible, cost-effective, family-oriented housing. Recent regulatory changes in several states make ADUs a viable option to generate re

Keywords: Affordable Housing,Design,Green Homes,Accessory Dwelling Units,ADUs

0 replies | 687 views | Posted on: 01/03/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

ULI Global Sustainability Outlook 2023, Online and Complimentary, January 11, 1 - 2 pm EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In late 2022, ULI's Greenprint Center for Building Performance interviewed members of various sustainability-focused Product Councils in the Americas, Asia Pacific, and Europe to inform an "o

0 replies | 1591 views | Posted on: 12/16/2022 | Last updated: 12/16/2022

Hotels of the Future: How is Artificial Intelligence Changing the Hospitality Industry?

by Arloid

The use of AI in the hospitality industry is still in its relative infancy, but the possibilities for adoption are vast. Though technology will never entirely replace the human touch that is at the co

Filed under: Green Facilities

0 replies | 578 views | Posted on: 11/24/2022 | Last updated: 12/21/2022

Atlanta Design Festival, Design is Human Conference, October 4-5, and Green Architecture Tours, October 8-9

by samanthaklein // Intern

Atlanta Design Festival is dedicated to helping Atlanta businesses understand what a design economy means to economic growth and where resources are best invested.

The Design is Human Conference ta

Filed under: Events

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

Keywords: Design,Atlanta,green tours

0 replies | 1126 views | Posted on: 09/01/2022 | Last updated: 09/02/2022

NESEA Pro Green Building Tour: High Performance Lodge in the White Mountains, October 21, 1 - 5pm

by NESEA // Northeast Sustainable Energy Association

Join NESEA in the White Mountains for a Pro Tour showcasing a high performance institutional building that combines the traditional character of a mountain lodge with ambitious performance goals. 

New Hampshire Green Building

0 replies | 1256 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 08/07/2024

Water Efficiency + Modern Design | HELVEX USA

by samanthaklein // Intern

 

Helvex is a leading manufacturer and distributor of water-efficient plumbing fixtures for bathrooms and kitchens, and has been selected as a partner for the #1920sMakeoverATL Passive Hou

Filed under: Green Living

Keywords: Water Efficiency,Eco Friendly Restrooms,Bathroom Design,Water,Water Conservation,Bathrooms,Kitchens,Plumbing Fixtures,Helvex,Fixtures

0 replies | 2767 views | Posted on: 07/19/2022 | Last updated: 01/16/2023

E Source Forum 2022, September 13-16, Denver, CO

by gracemorrison

The conference is getting together in person, September 13–16 at the Sheraton Denver Downtown, to celebrate 35 years of the E Source Forum. This year’s theme is Empowering the Sustainable

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 771 views | Posted on: 07/07/2022 | Last updated: 08/26/2022

Free Webinar: Solar for New Construction Affordable Housing - Zoning & Certifications, August 11, 1 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join Resonant Energy, LISC Boston and the Massachusetts Association of Community Development Corporations (MACDC) for a summer series of free webinars exploring different topics relevant to installing

Filed under: Webinars

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Affordable Housing,Solar,Construction

0 replies | 1412 views | Posted on: 06/24/2022 | Last updated: 06/24/2022

Shelter from the Storm: Powering Community Resilience Hubs, July 19 11AM

by gracemorrison

Community resilience hubs are locally identified and community-serving facilities that provide residents year-round access to support resources. During extreme weather, they can reduce the burden on e

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 930 views | Posted on: 06/09/2022 | Last updated: 06/27/2022

Webinar: New Masonry Cleaning Procedures and Design Strategies, AIA Florida, June 14, 11 am ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

The first course (12 pm) provides useful knowledge that can be used to assure a masonry project's surfaces, exterior or interior, has been properly treated during the final wash-down stage of

Filed under: Webinars

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Design,Sustainable Architecture,Safety,Masonry,Cleaning

0 replies | 1354 views | Posted on: 05/31/2022 | Last updated: 06/01/2022

For Sale: Healthy, Energy Efficient Micro-Farm in Concord, MA

by David Bearg, P.E. // Environmental Health and Building Specialist

20 Darton Street in Concord, MA is looking for a new owner!

This is where I have lived for over 45 years and it is time for a change.  One of my goals here has been to live in the present

Filed under: Green Living

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Real Estate,Green Living

0 replies | 4093 views | Posted on: 05/12/2022 | Last updated: 03/31/2023

NEWIEE's 2018 Annual Awards Gala - May 1, Boston

by Yishan

The NEWIEE Awards recognize and celebrate the accomplishments of women leaders in the fields of energy and environment. These women have achieved professional excellence within their area of specialty…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1138 views | Posted on: 03/22/2018 | Last updated: 03/29/2018

Free Webinar: Scrap Culture: Sustainable Design Practices in a World of Waste: March 31, 1pm ET / 10am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Today we live in a world that creates more waste than it does reduce, reuse, or recycle. Designers in all disciplines are trying to address this through the exploration of new materials and production

0 replies | 851 views | Posted on: 03/23/2022 | Last updated: 03/23/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions - Plus, March 24, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

This course will discuss vertical operating systems to better understand their construction and the operating systems used in each type. Characteristics of various types of vertical operating systems

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

Keywords: Architecture,High Performance Doors,Windows,Vertical Opening Systems

0 replies | 2225 views | Posted on: 03/03/2022 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

Energy Issues Summit, Aug 8-9, Saint Cloud, MN

by YijunW

The Energy Issues Summit, organized by the Minnesota Rural Electric Association will take place from 8th August to the 9th August 2018 at the Rivers Edge Convention Center in St. cloud, United States …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 874 views | Posted on: 07/16/2018 | Last updated: 07/16/2018

It's Electrifying: Direct From The Manufacturer, July 19, 6:00 - 8:00pm, New York City

by Eileen Flynn // Student

For New York City buildings to be powered by clean, renewable energy, many will eventually need to upgrade to electrified heating systems. Meeting the demand for a wide variety of products for new pro…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,Renewable Energy,electrified heating systems

0 replies | 1019 views | Posted on: 06/27/2018 | Last updated: 06/27/2018

Webinar - Paint Technology: Chemistry and Performance, Thursday, 12-1 pm EDT, June 28

by Eileen Flynn // Student

With so many options in today's marketplace, specifying paint can be a challenge. Understanding the chemistry behind the performance features of paints will help you specify more confidently. This pro…

Filed under: Webinars

Developing Technologies

Keywords: Paint Technology

0 replies | 1541 views | Posted on: 06/14/2018 | Last updated: 06/15/2018

Lighting Retrofits: Making the Best Choices Now to Ensure Future Performance, June 13, WI

by Eileen Flynn // Student

LED technologies will last a decade or more, so how can you make the right decisions today that will ensure great performance years into the future? Learn to balance today’s options and costs with l…

Filed under: Events

Wisconsin Green Building Group

Keywords: lighting retrofits,Lighting Technology

0 replies | 923 views | Posted on: 06/07/2018 | Last updated: 06/07/2018

Harvard Study: Green Buildings Save $6.7 Billion in Combined Health and Climate Benefits

by YijunW

Buildings consume nearly 40% of primary energy production in the world. Green buildings significantly and substantially reduce energy consumption. However, the co-benefits to health through energy red

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 7999 views | Posted on: 05/28/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

GreenBiz 19, for Sustainable Business, Feb 26 - 28, 2019, Phoenix, AZ

by YijunW

Join the world’s brightest thinkers and most influential sustainability leaders for an unparalleled look into the pressing challenges, emerging trends and biggest opportunities in sustainable bu

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1596 views | Posted on: 05/17/2018 | Last updated: 11/19/2018

Webinar and Conference: Humid Climate Conference, May 21 - 22, Austin, TX

by YijunW

The Humid Climate Conference is both on site and live. Get the ticket fast before they sold out. The Passive House Austin (PHAUS) Chapter was thinking about how to get more attention to the PHIUS+ …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Texas Green Building

0 replies | 1566 views | Posted on: 05/11/2018 | Last updated: 05/11/2018

PHIUS CPHC Training May 14-18, Boston, MA

by YijunW

PHIUS-trained CPHC® consultants are leading the adoption of passive building from coast to coast by designing and building quality-assured projects across all of North America's varied climate zones.…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 742 views | Posted on: 05/02/2018 | Last updated: 05/02/2018

Greenovate City of Boston, Friday Fun with Greenovate, April 20, 4:30-6pm, Boston, MA

by YijunW

This year for Earth Day, Greenovate Boston will host events during Boston's Civic Engagement Week. Greenovate Boston will be presenting our the Climate Ready Boston Leaders materials to the general pu…

Filed under: Environmental Activism

Green Building Advocacy

0 replies | 819 views | Posted on: 04/13/2018 | Last updated: 04/13/2018

 

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