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Green Building Impacts from the Infrastructure Bill, Online, June 21, 12PM

by gracemorrison

The infrastructure bill is some of the largest sums of money toward bettering our communities in a long time. How is it being used and how can we ensure the projects consider the day-to-day lives of t

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Green Infrastructure,Infrastructure

0 replies | 1097 views | Posted on: 06/06/2022 | Last updated: 06/07/2022

Free Webinar: Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort, and Energy Efficiency - IAQ, OAQ, Ventilation and Filtration, May 7, 9 am - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

More buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed ventilation system is a must. Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Perfor

California Green Building

0 replies | 623 views | Posted on: 03/18/2025 | Last updated: 04/16/2025

Free Webinar: Basics of Photovoltaic (PV) and Energy Storage Systems (ESS) for Grid Tied Applications, March 28, 9 am - 12:30 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course teaches the basic vocabulary and technical details of grid-connected photovoltaic (PV) and energy storage systems (ESS). The instructor will discuss the advantages and disadvantages of var

California Green Building

0 replies | 1289 views | Posted on: 02/27/2025 | Last updated: 02/27/2025

Free Webinar: A Circular Water Society - Greywater Recycling, February12, 12 - 1 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

 

Water scarcity poses a significant challenge today, necessitating a society where both people and nature can thrive, irrespective of climate conditions. One promising solution is decentraliz

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 534 views | Posted on: 02/01/2025 | Last updated: 02/03/2025

Energy Pro Demo Day, February 5, Madison, Wisconsin

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

The MREA is proud to announce that Energy Pro Demo Day is back in 2025! Join MERA on Wednesday, February 5 in Madison, WI to stay up to date with industry best practices and top-of-the-line produ

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 348 views | Posted on: 01/18/2025 | Last updated: 01/20/2025

Better Buildings Better Business Conference, February 27-28, Wisconsin Dells, Wisconsin

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Better Buildings Better Business is a two-day conference that gathers building science industry leaders, experts, and practitioners from around Wisconsin and the Midwest to enhance the residentia

Wisconsin Green Building Group

0 replies | 909 views | Posted on: 12/20/2024 | Last updated: 12/23/2024

Free Webinar: Charged Up - Everything you need to know about EV Charging, December 18, 12- 1pm

by Hani // Social media manager

Making the switch to an electric car can be intimidating if you're used to refueling with gasoline. Where will you charge? How much will it cost? How can you make sure you're always charged up

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 677 views | Posted on: 12/02/2024 | Last updated: 12/03/2024

Energy Efficiency Policy Forum, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), December 3, Washington, DC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Historic investments through the Inflation Reduction Act and Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have set the stage for significant improvements in clean transportation, affordable housing, and industrial i

0 replies | 1108 views | Posted on: 11/08/2024 | Last updated: 11/08/2024

Free Webinar: Growing Your Green Team: Engaging Residents and Staff for Successful Decarbonization Project, November 12, 12 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Decarbonizing multifamily properties presents unique challenges, especially when it comes to involving residents and staff. Thoughtful engagement can lead to better use of new technologies, significan

0 replies | 589 views | Posted on: 10/21/2024 | Last updated: 10/21/2024

Southface LEED Green Associate Online, October 4, 9 am ET

by gracemorrison

This one-day workshop introduces students to the LEED rating systems and core concepts of green building while preparing students for success on the LEED Green Associate Exam.

Related to: HVAC Instrumentation and Controls

Emerging Green Professionals

0 replies | 1370 views | Posted on: 07/28/2022 | Last updated: 08/29/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Where Sustainability Meets Innovation: Sun Shading and Daylighting Canopy Systems August 12, 12pm

by gracemorrison

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

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

0 replies | 1029 views | Posted on: 07/08/2022 | Last updated: 07/24/2022

Exploring and Connecting with Nature-based Solutions, London, UK, August 4, 4 pm

by gracemorrison

The first in the UKGBC series of exploring NBS and the benefits of connecting with nature will be a site-visit of Cator Park, Kidbrooke Village learning and experiencing the value of NBS to

UK Green Building

0 replies | 836 views | Posted on: 07/01/2022 | Last updated: 07/01/2022

Southeast Building Conference, August 3-4, Kissimmee, Florida

by gracemorrison

The Southeast Building Conference (SEBC), hosted by the Florida Home Builders Association (FHBA), is the largest building industry trade show in the southeast. SEBC includes educational programs

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1099 views | Posted on: 06/15/2022 | Last updated: 07/02/2022

The 5th Annual WCS Talks Women in Cleantech & Sustainability Saturday, November 3, 2018, 8:30 AM- 5:00 PM (PDT), Sunnyvale, CA

by YijunW

Women in Cleantech & Sustainability hosts an annual TED-style event featuring the brightest minds and most inspiring stories from the clean economy revolution. The event features both women and men fr…

Filed under: Cleantech

California Green Building

0 replies | 1004 views | Posted on: 04/22/2018 | Last updated: 07/19/2018

USGBC Smart Building Summit, May 11 - 12

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

On May 11th & 12th, participate in the first USGBC Smart Building Summit. This event will bring together diverse players to discuss the optimization of the design and operation of integrated, high

California Green Building

0 replies | 1418 views | Posted on: 04/21/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

Circularity 22, May 17 - 19, Atlanta, Georgia

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

It’s time for transformative change — and the circular economy is key to a just, resilient and prosperous world. To meet this critical moment, forward-thinking leaders are embracing circul

The Future of GHG Emissions Measurement in Cities, Free Webinar, March 22, 12pm ET / 10am MT / 9am PT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The nature of greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions measurement in cities is changing. New advancements in remote sensing and increasing amounts of available urban data have introduced a new opportunity for

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 966 views | Posted on: 03/14/2022 | Last updated: 03/14/2022

HEZ/Millrace Community Table with the Center for Ecotechnology, July 25, Woonsocket, Rhode Island

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Join HEZ/Millrace Community Table for an informative discussion with the Center for EcoTechnology on Wednesday, July 25th at 1pm. As part of our roundtable discussions, they are inviting emergency foo…

Filed under: Events

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Center for EcoTechnology,Saving energy,reducing waste

0 replies | 951 views | Posted on: 07/02/2018 | Last updated: 07/02/2018

Climate Week 2018, September 24 - 30, NYC

by Eileen Flynn // Student

Taking place between September 24-30, 2018, in New York City, Climate Week NYC is one of the key summits in the international calendar and has been driving climate action forward since it was first la…

Filed under: Events

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Climate Week NYC

0 replies | 1337 views | Posted on: 06/20/2018 | Last updated: 06/24/2018

Sustainable Investment Forum 2018, September, 26, NYC

by YijunW

Sustainable Investment Forum 2018 | North America Climate Action and UNEP-FI are pleased to announce that the Sustainable Investment Forum North America is back for its third edition on the 26th of…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1601 views | Posted on: 06/11/2018 | Last updated: 06/11/2018

The Heat or Eat Dilemma: The Disparity in Gains of Energy Efficiency

by YijunW

For many residents in New Orleans, energy costs could take 20 percent of the money from their income (Michael Issac Stein). Andreanecia Morris, the executive director of a non-profit housing advocacy

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 2647 views | Posted on: 06/02/2018 | Last updated: 02/17/2023

Delivering The Winning Pitch: Making the Business Case for ZNE Schools, June 26, Oakland, CA

by Connie NBI

The zero net energy (ZNE) process can be daunting! Discover how the spark of an idea can ignite buy-in and fire-up key decision makers in the ZNE process. This three-hour session focuses on the busine…

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

0 replies | 1964 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/19/2018

ACEEE 2018 International Symposium on Energy Efficiency, June 26, 2018, Washington, DC

by YijunW

ACEEE will convene a one-day symposium to highlight international energy efficiency best practices, with a particular focus on opportunities for improvement in the United States. Our research has show…

Filed under: Washington, DC

0 replies | 807 views | Posted on: 05/11/2018 | Last updated: 05/11/2018

Sustainable Brands 2018 Premier Conference: Purpose-Driven Brand Innovation, June 4 - 7, Vancouver, Canada

by YijunW

For brands to remain competitive amidst a changing landscape, they must evolve with new generations of consumers. The Sustainable Brands community is already testing new frameworks, tools and partners…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 701 views | Posted on: 05/05/2018 | Last updated: 05/05/2018

International Fair for Building, Interior Design and Energy Saving, Bauen & Wohnen Salzburg, Feb 7 - 10, Salzburg, Austria

by YijunW

One of the largest building and living events in Austria, featuring a comprehensive range of building and renovation systems and equipment, interior design products, energy saving devices and wellness…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 847 views | Posted on: 04/28/2018 | Last updated: 04/28/2018

 

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