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LEED AP BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop -- In Person (Orlando) & Online, January 31, Orlando

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

One Day LEED Accredited Professional (AP) BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop

Friday, January 31, 2020 from 8 a.m.–5 p.m. both in-person in Orlando and remote online attendance via GoToWebinar.

This o

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1118 views | Posted on: 01/21/2020 | Last updated: 01/21/2020

Free Webinar, Economics of Financing Electrification, April 18, 9-10:30am

by himj // Student Of Green Building

This course is designed to provide attendees with an understanding of the financial aspects of electrification, including the costs, benefits, and risks associated with investing in electrification pr

Filed under: Online Courses

California Green Building

0 replies | 1520 views | Posted on: 03/27/2023 | Last updated: 03/27/2023

Original Green Building Tour: Greater Pittsburgh Community Food Bank, April 13, 2-3:30 pm, Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

by Hani // Social media manager

The Green Building Alliance as they explore the very first food bank in the United States to become LEED certified – and one of our region’s first ever LEED certified buildings: The G

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1016 views | Posted on: 03/11/2023 | Last updated: 03/12/2023

Free PG&E Online Course: Energy Audit Skills: Tools, Data Collection Techniques, and Calculations, March 9, 8:30am-4:30pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This training allows attendees to develop several specific energy reduction projects from conception to financial benefit analysis. Energy audit tasks that are conducted using videos, photographs and

0 replies | 1340 views | Posted on: 02/23/2023 | Last updated: 02/24/2023

Free Webinar: Backup Power: Battery Storage for Homes & Businesses, February 28, 7 pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Onsite battery storage systems are seeing a spike in interest. Some homeowners are motivated by concerns about access to energy during power outages or brownouts, while others are looking to add batte

0 replies | 1264 views | Posted on: 02/09/2023 | Last updated: 02/10/2023

LEED Project Showcase: Educational Institutions in the South, Online, February 21, 11am–12:15pm CST

by Hani // Social media manager

Across the U.S. South, institutions of learning are leading the way in sustainability through their campuses and curriculum. This rapid fire, digital showcase features an interior residence hall renov

0 replies | 1010 views | Posted on: 01/23/2023 | Last updated: 01/24/2023

Online Course: GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials, January 25-27

by samanthaklein // Intern

GPRO Operations & Maintenance Essentials (O&M) provides building professionals with strategies to reduce energy use while improving tenant comfort and health. Participants leave

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Facilities Management,GPRO Certification,Operations and Maintenance

0 replies | 1557 views | Posted on: 01/02/2023 | Last updated: 01/03/2023

USGBC Indiana Women in Green Discussion Forum (in-person), Indianapolis, February 17, 7:45 - 9 am

by himj // Student Of Green Building

Join the event for USGBC Indiana's 2023 Indiana Women in Green Discussion Forum. This in-person event will feature a panel discussion with female industry leaders as well as interactive small grou

0 replies | 874 views | Posted on: 12/08/2022 | Last updated: 12/12/2022

Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verification Training, Online, December 12 - 14

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

In this Certified DET Verifier course, you will learn the basic building science concepts and math skills related to air leakage, duct leakage and ventilation in homes. This will allow you to conduct

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

Keywords: Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Training

0 replies | 1392 views | Posted on: 11/22/2022 | Last updated: 11/22/2022

Greenbiz: Circularity 20: Advancing the Circular Economy, (Online) August 25-27

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Circularity isn’t just another sustainability framework — it’s a radically different way of doing business. It’s an emerging business strategy that enables companies and organi

Keywords: business,Economy,Greenbiz,Circular Economy,Green Business

0 replies | 1024 views | Posted on: 03/23/2020 | Last updated: 08/23/2020

Facades+ NYC 2020, September 23-24, New York, NY

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

***Facades+New York City has been postponed.  We will announce the new date as soon as we're aware of it.

 

Facades+ bring together some of the world’s most productive buildi

Filed under: Trade Shows and Events

Related to: Energy Management,Designers,Architects ,Builders/Contractors

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,green technology

0 replies | 784 views | Posted on: 03/14/2020 | Last updated: 09/12/2020

Hitchcock Center Living Building Tour, February 7, Amherst, MA

by Jessica Schultz // Living Building Coordinator

Did you know the Hitchcock Center is a Living Building? It is the 23rd building in the world and the 4th in Massachusetts to achieve the Certified Living Building designation! It is designed to model

Filed under: Living Building Challenge

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 831 views | Posted on: 02/04/2020 | Last updated: 02/11/2020

(Canceled) Solar BoS Meet 2020: Focusing on Engineering, Design & Procurement, April 16-17, New Delhi, India

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Solar BoS Meet 2020, is the largest solar energy event in India with a gathering of 300+ top professionals from the solar utility and rooftop industry. Attendees of this event include senior company o

Filed under: Solar

Related to: Solar,Roofing

India Green Building

Keywords: Solar Energy,Utiities,India Green Building

0 replies | 1906 views | Posted on: 01/23/2020 | Last updated: 04/05/2020

2016 Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit, Monday, June 13, 2016 to Tuesday, June 14, 2016, (New Hampshire)

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

2016 Northeast Energy Efficiency Summit Northeast Energy Efficiency Partners Monday, June 13, 2016 to Tuesday, June 14, 2016 Omni Mount Washington Resort 310 Mount Washington Road Bretton Woods…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Related to: Cast Stone

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,New Hampshire

0 replies | 973 views | Posted on: 06/08/2016 | Last updated: 06/08/2016

Sustainability Summit @ New York Build 2020, March 19-20 New York, NY

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

At a hugely transformative time for the construction industry, where wider geopolitical and environmental uncertainties are creating new challenges for the sector, presentations at this summit will ex

Filed under: Industry Organizations and Associations

Related to: Architects ,Builders/Contractors

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainable Building,Sustainability Summit

0 replies | 2519 views | Posted on: 12/21/2019 | Last updated: 12/21/2019

Solar, Storage, & Smart Energy Expo, January 16-17, San Francisco, CA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Solar, Storage, and Smart Energy Expo - Northern California will be the first major "Solar Power" event of 2020. California recently set a goal of having 100% of energy come from renewable s

Filed under: Solar Energy

California Green Building

Keywords: Solar,Energy Storage

0 replies | 2207 views | Posted on: 12/04/2019 | Last updated: 12/04/2019

Workshop: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Accelerator, December 12, Rohnert Park, CA

by abu417 // Climate Connoisseur. Eco-Maniac. Solar Sommelier.

Due to recent changes in State Legislation, Californians can look to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) as a way to create lasting investments for their families while building attractive,

Filed under: Modular Homes

Related to: Modular Homes,Education

California Green Building

Keywords: USGBC,ADUs

0 replies | 1496 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

Green Buildings and Health: From the Lab to the Real World - December 14, 6 - 8:30 pm -

by aahassonjee

Green Buildings and Health: From the Lab to the Real World DECEMBER 14, 6:00 - 8:30 PM Last year's groundbreaking COGfx Study, demonstrated the impact of green buildings and enhanced ventilation o…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1206 views | Posted on: 10/31/2016 | Last updated: 10/31/2016

Oct 12, 11:30 am - 1 pm - Sustainability Forum Luncheon Seminar: Climate Change Impact on the Sustainability of North Shore Water Mgt. Systems

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Oct 12 - Sustainability Forum Luncheon Seminar, 11:30 am -1 pm Climate Change Impact on the Sustainability of North Shore Water Mgt. Systems 100 Cummings Center, Suite 221-E Beverly MA 01915 S…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 949 views | Posted on: 10/11/2016 | Last updated: 10/11/2016

Greenbuild L.A. Material Health Summit: Beyond the Tipping Point - Friday, October 7, 1:30 -4:30pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Greenbuild L.A. Material Health Summit Material Health Summit: Beyond the Tipping Point Friday, October 7th, 1:30pm -4:30pm The BOLD Room 958 S Broadway Los Angeles, CA 90015 Question: What…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Healthy Materials,Green Building Materials

0 replies | 914 views | Posted on: 09/13/2016 | Last updated: 09/13/2016

Electric Car Range Set to Improve Drastically with Lithium-Ion Battery Breakthrough

by JackSawyer // Student

SolidEnergy Systems, a company started by MIT alumni in 2012, has developed a lithium-ion battery that lasts twice as long as the batteries we use today. The MIT spinout has made significant material …

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: SolidEnergy Systems,Battery,Electric Vehices,Lithium-Ion Batteries

0 replies | 1887 views | Posted on: 08/29/2016 | Last updated: 08/29/2016

Tesla's Master Plan II Revealed

by JackSawyer // Student

Elon Musk has revealed the second master plan for his electric car company Tesla - although in a couple years it may be a lot more than a car company. I made a prediction on what Elon's plan might ent…

Filed under: Electric Vehicles

Keywords: clean energy,Solar,Renewable Energy,Tesla,Sustainable Transportation,Electric Vehicles,Elon Musk,Automation,Electric,Master Plan

0 replies | 2544 views | Posted on: 07/22/2016 | Last updated: 07/22/2016

Solar Power Hour: Solar Bloomington-Normal - July 12 6:00 PM-7:00 PM FREE!

by Higgins_James // Student

Solar Bloomington-Normal is a grassroots residential and commercial group purchasing program for solar. Solar Bloomington-Normal is a community-wide residential and commercial discount program for …

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: clean energy,Renewable Energy,Solar Energy

0 replies | 1451 views | Posted on: 07/11/2016 | Last updated: 07/11/2016

Rhode Island Environmental Education Association - Pizza Networking/Fundraiser July 5, 5-9 pm - All Welcome

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Networking Event at Flatbread Pizza Company – July 5 5-9 pm Flatbread Pizza Company 161 Cushing Street Providence, RI. Bring your family and friends from 5-9pm to enjoy some delicious, nutr…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: RIEEA,Providence,PVD

0 replies | 1208 views | Posted on: 07/01/2016 | Last updated: 07/01/2016

JUNE 30th: San Diego Green Budiling Council Summer Social: 10th Anniversary Celebration

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join the San Diego Green Building Council for their 10th anniversary Summer Social event at their new downtown location adjacent to Petco Park. When: Thursday, June 30th, 2016 (5:30-8:00 PM) …

 

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