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(Postponed) Industry Forum from the Energy Efficiency Alliance, April 3, Philadelphia, PA

by mkilmartin // Intern

***  POSTPONED ***

To safeguard the health of our network and surrounding communities, the Energy Efficiency Alliance has begun the process of rescheduling this event.  

Filed under: Energy

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1461 views | Posted on: 02/02/2020 | Last updated: 03/17/2020

Heat Pumps 101, a Free Hybrid Event, Online and in Person in New Haven, CT, September 19. 6 - 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

You may have heard about heat pumps, a rapidly spreading technology that can both heat and cool your home. Whether you need to replace or supplement your current system, or just want to start planning

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 871 views | Posted on: 09/01/2023 | Last updated: 09/01/2023

The WELL Summit, September 25 - 26, Washington, DC

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Demand is rising for health leadership. Calls for healthier workplaces are coming from the ground floor and the trading floor alike. Organizations that put the health of their customers and employees

0 replies | 1776 views | Posted on: 08/15/2023 | Last updated: 08/15/2023

Building Tour: Net-Zero Yeti Cooler House, August 11, 3:30 - 5:30 pm, Glenwood Springs, Colorado

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Tour a unique and sustainable home inspired by a cooler... simple, airtight and insulative! This building tour will showcase a net zero, all-electric, high performance build in a climate with high hea

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 1232 views | Posted on: 07/25/2023 | Last updated: 07/25/2023

Yestermorrow Design/Build School: Green Rehab and Deep Energy Retrofits, August 5-6, Waitsfield, Vermont

by Hani // Social media manager

There are about 125 million existing homes in the U.S. representing the most significant and yet challenging opportunities to save energy and reduce our carbon footprint.

But how do we approach gre

0 replies | 1170 views | Posted on: 07/07/2023 | Last updated: 07/07/2023

A Virtual Panel: Plastic Free July, June 28, 10-11 am PT

by Hani // Social media manager


Join WCS for an educational panel discussing the ever increasing use plastics while growing research and data show its harmful effects. Speakers will also discuss Plastic Free July, its mission

California Green Building

0 replies | 997 views | Posted on: 06/16/2023 | Last updated: 06/16/2023

2023 Next Generation Water Summit, June 15 - 16, Online and in Santa Fe, New Mexico

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The theme of the 2023 Next Generation Water Summit is “Water Reuse and Conservation: The New Paradigm.”

The Next Generation Water Summit brings together the building and development com

0 replies | 824 views | Posted on: 06/05/2023 | Last updated: 06/05/2023

Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships Summit 2023, June 13 - 15, New Haven, Connecticut

by Hani // Social media manager

It is truly an “all hands on deck” moment. The Northeast and Mid-Atlantic region, along with the rest of the United States, is faced with an unprecedented opportunity to transform the buil

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1498 views | Posted on: 05/17/2023 | Last updated: 05/17/2023

Why Air Sealing and Insulation are Both Essential

by Rate It Green Team

 

Why do we need to air seal AND insulate? The answer is that these control layers work together to protect air quality and energy efficiency, improving comfort, protecting our buildi

Filed under: #1920sMakeoverATL

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Insulation,Healthy Homes,air sealing,1920sMakeoverATL

0 replies | 4139 views | Posted on: 04/26/2023 | Last updated: 05/31/2023

Green Financing and How You Can Access It, Online, May 4, 12-1pm ET

by Hani // Social media manager

Higher interest rates, labor and supply chain shortages and increased construction costs are impacting every development and construction project today. What are some of the best financing tools and r

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1004 views | Posted on: 04/12/2023 | Last updated: 04/13/2023

International Well Building Institute (IWBI) - FREE WELL AP Exam Prep - Virtual Training, Starts April 2, 12 noon or 8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join The International Well Building Institute (IWBI) for a free WELL AP exam prep virtual series hosted by IWBI's very own WELL AP and WELL Faculty member, Alex Spilger.

This two-part vir

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Building,Well AP

0 replies | 3398 views | Posted on: 03/22/2020 | Last updated: 04/02/2020

2021 Rocky Mountain Natural Building Conference, October 14-16 (New Dates!), Moab, Utah

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Tentative New Dates: August 27 – 29, 2020

"As news of the Coronavirus becomes more concerning on a daily basis, a decision has been made to officially postpone the 2020 Rocky Mounta

0 replies | 2212 views | Posted on: 03/11/2020 | Last updated: 09/17/2020

Sustainability in Apparel and Outdoor Activities, March 5, Denver, Colorado

by AbbieKnight

Join the USGBC Colorado Emerging Professionals for a panel discussion with industry leaders REI, VF Corporation, Protect Our Winters (POW), and Worn Wear Patagonia on sustainability practices in appar

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Social Networking,Panel Discussion,Apparel,Outdoor activities

0 replies | 1457 views | Posted on: 02/24/2020 | Last updated: 02/25/2020

Webinar: The Future of the Suburban City, Thursday, Apr 28, 2016 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM ED

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Future of the Suburban City Thursday, Apr 28, 2016 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM EDT Places that grew up based on the automobile and the single-family home need to dramatically change and evolve. But subu…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Security and Sustainability Forum

0 replies | 727 views | Posted on: 04/26/2016 | Last updated: 04/26/2016

Energy Design Conference & Expo February 25-26, Duluth, MN

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

Join for the 30th anniversary of northern Minnesota’s Energy Design Conference & Expo! With an opening keynote from someone in the business, an expanded electric vehicle display, a

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Designers,Energy Management,Electrical

Keywords: Energy,Design,Minnesota

0 replies | 1780 views | Posted on: 01/22/2020 | Last updated: 01/22/2020

REEBA Lunch with the Leaders of the Energy & Technology Committees, January 21, Hartford, CT

by mkilmartin // Intern

REEBA will host the leaders of the Energy & Technology Committee on Tuesday, January 21st from 11:00am to 1:00pm for a discussion about potential energy legislation and policies for the upcoming l

Filed under: Events

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Congressional Leaders,Lunch

0 replies | 1329 views | Posted on: 12/31/2019 | Last updated: 12/31/2019

LEED AP BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop (In Person & Online), December 13, Orlando, FL

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

This advanced LEED course provides students with an in-depth knowledge of the LEED BD+C Rating System, with a focus on new construction and major renovations building projects. Participants will learn

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Education ,Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: LEED Exam Prep,USGBC Florida

0 replies | 1816 views | Posted on: 12/06/2019 | Last updated: 12/06/2019

USGBC-LA's Women in Green Committee Bi-Annual Breakfast, January 23, Los Angeles, CA

by mkilmartin // Intern

Save the date! USGBC-LA's Women in Green Committee Bi-Annual Breakfast!

Filed under: Advocacy

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,USGBC,California,Women in Green

0 replies | 2129 views | Posted on: 11/18/2019 | Last updated: 11/18/2019

The 2019 Fall WasteWise Forum, Wednesday November 13, UMass Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

UMass Dartmouth will host the 2019 Fall WasteWise Forum on Wednesday November 13, 8:30AM – 12:00PM. The WasteWise Forum is a joint program run by RecyclingWorks in Massa

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 852 views | Posted on: 11/05/2019 | Last updated: 11/06/2019

NESEA Pro Tour - Wayland's First Passive House, Friday, October 21, 12:30-5pm -Also: Pre-Event Demolition Focus Group Opportunity

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Wayland, MA Friday, October 21, 2016 - 1pm to 5pm CEUs: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, 2.5 GBCI, 3.5 BPI, and certificates of participation are available The tour of this 2,500 square foot home will be led by h…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,NESEA,Passive House,Wayland

0 replies | 1250 views | Posted on: 10/03/2016 | Last updated: 10/03/2016

Urban Green Council NY, Fall Member Reception at Knoll NY: September 15, 6-8 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Urban Green Council NY for a Fall Member Reception to catch up with friends in the green building community, meet new colleagues, and hear what's coming up for Urban Green Council. Open to cur…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Urban Green Council NY,USGBC NY

0 replies | 1084 views | Posted on: 09/12/2016 | Last updated: 09/12/2016

San Diego Green Building Conference and Expo - September 16, 2016

by alicia2390 // Admin

San Diego Green Building Conference and Expo September 16,2016 7:30 AM - 5 PM SDG&E Energy Innovation Center 4760 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117 5th Annual San Diego Green Buil…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1037 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

July 27th: Presentation: High Performance Doors & Hardware USGBC CO

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join USGBC Colorado on Wednesday, July 27 for a presentation on door openings and energy efficient options. They'll explore the new and innovative technology of intelligent keys and cylinders, plus sm…

AUGUST 2nd: Insectary Plants Field Day at Michigan State University

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

MSU entomologists have been testing Michigan native and other plants for valuable pest control and pollination services to farms and gardens and want to share their results with you at the Supporting …

ENERGYBAR! Thursday, July 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM at Greentown Labs - Somerville MA

by Higgins_James // Student

EnergyBar is a networking event brought to you by Greentown Labs, that helps people the the green tech and green building industry to meet and discuss emerging energy technologies. Business owners…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 725 views | Posted on: 07/06/2016 | Last updated: 07/06/2016

 

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