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USGBC Virtual Town Hall Executive Meeting: Hosted by USGBC Florida, Monday, May 11 9-11 am
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
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"Green Eileen" will host a series of Green Real Estate Marketing Roundtables, with surprise energy-efficiency guests joining for some sessions. She will guide Real Estate Professionals throu
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2023 Great Lakes PFAS Summit, Online, December 5-7, 8am- 4:30pm
Per- and polyfluoroalkyl substances (PFAS) continue to present some of the biggest challenges in chemical contamination across the world. States throughout the nation, including the Great Lakes r
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SmartCities Connect, November 28-30, Washington, DC
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
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The Conservation Law Foundation's (CLF) Zero Waste Project strives to protect New England communities and our environment from the dangers posed by unsustainable waste practices. These
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Recent developments with building codes, safety requirements, utility rate structures, state incentives, and federal tax credit legislation have led to ever-greater installations of energy storage sys
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Mini Splits – small inverter driven split system heat pumps are gaining market share rapidly. They claim the highest efficiencies of any compressor-based heating and cooling systems and they are
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How Effective is ROCKWOOL Stone Wool Insulation Against Water?
What happens to ROCKWOOL stone mineral or stone wool insulation when it gets wet? This is an important question, as insulation is installed on the outside of the house, on the roof, on t
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Light Pollution and the Science behind it.
Get ready for Dark Sky nights and the many festivals of light throughout Autumn, with an in-depth look at light pollution. This webinar will look at LEED
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The Building Envelope Campaign is designed to help building owners and managers enhance the energy efficiency of their buildings. One of the campaign's objectives is to acknowledge leaders who suc
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FREE Webinar: Uncontrolled Moisture: The Enemy of a Healthy Home, June 17, 12pm EDT
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
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Webinar: GreenCE: Sustainable Hand Dryer Solutions, June 11, 12pm
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,
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Radio BE-Ex: New York's Path to Decarbonization Webcast with Janet Joseph, May 21, 1-2 PM EST
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
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Free Well AP Building Standard "Crash Course" Webinar - September 6, 2:30 pm EST -
BuildingGreen & GreenStep's WELL AP Exam Training Webinar September 6, 2:30 pm EST - This one-hour crash course will review the concepts and key facts within the WELL Building Standard that are c…
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
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Webinar: How Can We Make Net Zero the Norm? USGBC National Capital Region, March 31
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
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(Now Online!) Building Tech Forum 2020: Roadmap to 2050, April 29, Boston, MA
COVID-19 Update from Built Environment Plus / USGBC MA
Location: Remote Web Conference
Date: Wednesday, April 29th, 2020 from 5:30 PM to 10:00 PM (EDT)
** In response to the increasing spread o
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USGBC Arizona: March into Spring, March 19, Phoenix, AZ
Join the U.S. Green Building Council Arizona for an evening of networking and brainstorming.
USGBC's mission is to transform the way buildings and communities are designed, built and operated,
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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…
U.S. Building Sector Emissions Down Again!
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…
Passive House Massachusetts Meeting - "One Year in a Passive House"- Dec 13, 6:30 pm, Boston
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? …
Modern Framing Techniques that Work - Webinar, 11/30 - 1-2 pm
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…
UGC Forum: Achieving the Carbon Challenge for Hospitals (Nov.7/6-8pm/77 Water St.)
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…
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…
Passive House & Prefabricated Homes: The Way Forward?
With evolving building standards, certifications and processes, there has never been a better time for architects, contractors, consultants, and supply companies to unite and create a truly green futu…
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