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Does your work exemplify healthy material innovation and advocacy in design?
Are you a design activist creating innovative design while promoting equity? Are you using healthy materials
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In June 2022, the Future of LEED principles were released to share the future direction of LEED development. A critical part of this development is the connection to stakeholders and our community to
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High Performance - Hands On!, July 24, 5-7 pm, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Learn about High Performance Building Technologies and Install a Window Detail!
Come learn about high performing building practices with Rothoblaas, a company providing high technology solutions fo
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USGBC Georgia Presents: Green Scene - Atlanta, July 20, 6 - 8pm EDT, Atlanta, Georgia
Join USGBC Georgia for a gathering with like-minded individuals who are passionate about sustainability and all things green. Whether you're an expert or just starting your career in sustaina
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As New York City strives to transition to clean energy, it is essential to ensure that economic exclusion does not hinder progress. Building a diverse and inclusive green economy is crucial to achievi
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Free Webinar: Drought to Deluge: A Rain Garden in Action, June 15, 1:30 - 3pm PST
The Southeast Community Center in the Bayview neighborhood of San Francisco integrates stormwater management best practices as part of a San Francisco Public Utilities Commission (SFPUC) community fac
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Online Course: GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Virtual Training + Exam, June 7, 4 pm ET
The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performance buildings, creating increased demand across the country for sustainable building skills.
This course teaches
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Solar 101: Overview of the Solar Landscape, May 16, 12:30-5 PM ET, Atlanta, Georgia
This Solar 101 program is designed to help you get the most out of the upcoming RE+ Southeast conference. The industry experts for a half day workshop designed for those who are interested in a c
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Hi-Velocity HVAC System for Modern Designed Homes
I worked with a high-velocity HVAC system attached to a ground source heat pump a decade ago. We had to use this system because the architect did not leave us any room for ductwork, so the
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In the wake of COVID-19, people expect more from the facilities they use daily. Public spaces, especially restrooms and locker rooms, must be clean, hygienic, and accessible for everyone to use. Empha
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Webinar: Innovative Green Stronger Steel Frame- Fire & Earthquake Resistant Homes, July 10, 2 pm EDT
A Conference call for Landowners, Home Contractors, Home Developers, Architects, Engineers, Financial Advisors, Realtors Investors, Homeowners or anyone who wants to build green affordable homes
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Online: Climate, Equity and Health: No More False Choices, June 23, 9-1PM
As we navigate this historic time for climate change, racial equity and public health, the built environment sits front and center. New state and federal climate policies are being enacted, and techno
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Free CE Webinar: Renewable Energy Certificates For Green Building Explained, June 9, 12 pm, EDT
Renewable Energy Certificates (RECs) are one of the most widely used instruments of environmental impact for green building and yet they are also widely misunderstood. Join Heather Schrock for a break
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Zero Waste Chicago Meet-up and Documentary Screening of "Scrappers," 9/21 - 6-9 pm, Chicago
Join Zero Waste Chicago for a screening of the documentary Scrappers, which looks at the human and economic forces behind scrap metal collection in Chicago. The documentary was produced by three Unive…
The City of Lancaster is preparing for its first Comprehensive Plan in twenty-seven years, which means the residents are long overdue for renewing their vision for development and growth. Doing so is
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Virtual Passive House Training: QA/QC Techniques for Ensuring Success, April 16, 9 am EST
Building on previous sessions, this module will focus on the quality control and quality assurance techniques for high-performance construction. The need for oversight on the construction of Passive H
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Online: USGBC Virginia Presents: LEED Zero Project Showcase, April 1, 2- 3:30 pm EDT
Ranked 8th on USGBC's Top 10 LEED states and home to the first LEED Zero School, Discovery Elementary, Virginia is a national leader in sustainability and net-zero energy trailblazer. This project
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Virtual 7th Annual Clean Energy and Sustainability Extravaganza, March 12, 11 am EST
The Extravaganza will be hosted by The Association of Energy Engineers National Capital Chapter (AEE NCC) and Leaders in Energy.
The panels will include:
- Panel 1 – Opportunities for wom
2nd Annual Sustainability Leadership Breakfast, Nov 1, Nashville, TN
IIDA & USGBC PRESENT: Sustainability’s Second Wave: Stories from the Front Lines Guest Speaker: Mike Johnson, Director of Sustainability, 3form Keynote: Judith Webb, EVP, International WELL…
Mayor Michael B. Hancock's 2017 Sustainable Denver Summit, Dec 5, Denver, CO
Mayor Michael B. Hancock invites you to the 2017 Sustainable Denver Summit – Growing Responsibly ABOUT THE SUMMIT The Sustainable Denver Summit caps a year-long process that engages the commu…
Roseville Senior Center Presentation- Save Money on Utilities, October 24, Minnesota
Hosted by Citizen’s Utility Board (CUB) of Minnesota With cooler weather on the way, it’s time to prepare for heating bills again. Are you interested in learning how to keep heating and ener…
NEXT Innovation Conference, November 17th, Syracuse, New York
Now in its fourth edition, NEXT is a conference focused on innovation in technology, manufacturing, and biotech. The event brings together fast-track companies, managers, researchers, medical professi…
Local Chapter Welcome Party by USGBC Massachusetts Chapter (USGBC MA), November 7th
In proper Greenbuild fashion, the USGBC MA community welcomes all who have travelled far and wide to connect with our local practitioner community. During this gathering, members of our community will…
The AHR Expo / HVACR Marketplace: January 22 -24, Chicago
The International Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigerating Exposition (AHR Expo), which started 86 years ago as a heating and ventilation show, has grown into the world's largest HVACR industry event.…
First Annual Sustainable Detroit Forum, USGBC Detroit Region, October 25, 9am -3:30pm
The U.S. Green Building Council Detroit Region is pleased to present an event designed to connect and cross-fertilize the sustainability communities of Detroit. The 1-day event is titled - The Sustain…
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