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Webinar: Missing Pieces of Decarbonization Puzzle Realized, November 19, 1pm EDT
The process to decarbonize power systems is complicated. Grid operators are tasked with balancing affordability and reliability as more renewable energy comes online. Utilities must find the right mix
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Learn how this bill has affected housing policies and the Green Belt.
Program for adults (teens welcome)
Canadian Centre for Housing Rights (CCHR) is a non-profit organization in Canada that
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Free Green Building Webinar: Creating Flexible Spaces Using Vertical Openings, April 26, 12-1pm EDT
This one-hour course discusses vertical opening systems, how they’re built, differences in operation, and typical uses for interior and exterior applications. We will also consider features that
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Southface Institute is a sustainable building nonprofit that strengthens equity and the environment by transforming residential and commercial structures at every stage of the building life cycle. The
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This course discusses the impact of buildings on the natural environment and offers insight on designing to minimize those impacts through sun control and mastery of the elements. The discussion empha
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Free Webinar: Intermediate Lighting Webinar: Daylighting (Mod 3), February 8, 5:30 pm PT
This 10-session course covers a range of intermediate level lighting topics for optimizing energy efficiency while maintaining quality in lighting. It is held on 10 consecutive Wednesday evenings 5:30
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This green buildin tour will be given by Erik Swindle, Director of Facilities & Security at Museum of Fine Arts and other Museum staff.
The Arkansas Museum of Fine Arts (AMFA), formerly kn
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Rate It Green Featured on EveryDay Green Home Podcast with The Green Home Coach Marla Esser Cloos
Rate It Green was fortunate to be featured recently on The Everyday Green Home Podcast with Marla Esser Cloos. An expert green home coach, consultant, and educator, Marla talks with he
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Online: Michigan K-12 Public School HVAC Assistance Program: Outline & Guidance, February 3, 1pm EDT
The Michigan Department of Environment, Great Lakes, and Energy (EGLE) is offering this webinar to explain the Michigan K-12 Public School HVAC Assistance Program, which offers free onsite assistance
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Climate Mobilization Act Primer, Presented by Building Energy Exchange (BEEx), January 26, 1 pm EST
Get informed on New York City climate legislation and its impact on buildings. Register now for the Climate Mobilization Act Primer, a one-hour seminar examining the basic principles of the Clima
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The Green webinar is designed for the purpose of using knowledge drive (Education) to foster green actions and reactions. The aim of the webinar is to actively involve passionate individuals in partak
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Starting in June and running throughout 2020, USGBC will provide robust online programming comprised of live events and on-demand education sessions, with a regional focus on European and Latin Americ
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To educate about ‘Building Longevity and Sustainability’ and how these concepts impact making buildings more energy efficient. The course examines how foil-faced polyiso continuous insulation can
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Event: BuildingEnergy NYC, 10/12, New York
The BuildingEnergy NYC Conference + Trade Show is NYC's fastest-growing event for professionals and practitioners working to build a more sustainable world. It brings more than 600 industry leaders an…
In this one-hour video presentation, attendees will explore how HVLS fans can contribute to LEED v4, increase thermal comfort, and provide a silent and elegant design strategy. Then, there will be aÂ
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Free Webinar: What's New in the 2020 NYC Energy Code? October 5, 1pm EDT
What’s New in the 2020 NYC Energy Code is a free 90-minute online class designed to cover the major updates in the 2020 NYCECC and how it relates to NYC’s Local Law 97.
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Attend this webinar to learn more about:
- Energy tips to reduce your utility costs & increase your comfort
- Seasonal maintenance for a safe, healthy home
- Protecting your invest
SolarResilient: A New Tool for Resilient Solar & Storage Design Webinar on August 3
Through a U.S. Department of Energy SunShot Initiative grant, the City and County of San Francisco has developed a publicly available online tool for sizing solar PV and battery storage systems design…
2017 GreenBuilt Home Tour, July 22 &23
This year, during the 5th annual GreenBuilt Home Tour, we are featuring exceptional, award-winning, and nationally-recognized homes which highlight attractive, affordable, and sustainable building pra…
Getting to 80 x 50 in NYC Buildings, June 29
The energy used in the City’s diverse building stock is the largest contributor of greenhouse gas emissions, responsible for more than two-thirds of the citywide total. Yet more than 90 percent of e…
Building Tour: Arup & Tsoi/Kobus – LEED, WELL, & FitWel in Boston June 28th 5:30pm-7:30pm
Both located at 60 Street, Arup and Tsoi/Kobus have designed their offices with sustainability and wellness in mind. Join these two leading-edge firms for a joint presentation and tour on how they eac…
The Clean Energy States Alliance (CESA) is offering a special opportunity for state officials to participate in a full-day workshop on low- and moderate-income (LMI) solar. The workshop will be held i…
Energy Infrastructure and Cybersecurity, June 1
The Berlin-based author of the techno-cyber thriller, Blackout, Marc Elsberg, will be featurd. In addition to Marc, panelists will speak on cyber and grid resiliency -- Scott Aaronson, Security Execut…
NEW YORK PASSIVE HOUSE 2017 (NYPH17) CONFERENCE & EXPO, June 16, 8:30 am- 6:30pm, New York, NY
Interest and advocacy of Passive House standards is surging globally. Passive House is continuously cited by governments across Europe and North America as a vitally important building standard for de…
RecyclingWorks Forum: Prevent Wasted Food in Campus Dining
RecyclingWorks Forum: Prevent Wasted Food in Campus Dining May 4 | 9:30-11:30am Smith College Campus, Dewey Common Room - 7 College Lane, Northhampton Food waste is a growing issue across the gl…
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