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FREE Webinar - Polyiso - The Next Generation Air & Water Resistive Barrier, April 9 12pm EDT

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

To educate about ‘Building Longevity and Sustainability’ and how these concepts impact making buildings more energy efficient. The course examines how foil-faced polyiso continuous insulation can

Filed under: Education

Developing Technologies

0 replies | 1523 views | Posted on: 03/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/09/2020

Carolina Recycling Association's 33rd Annual Conference & Trade Show, March 27-30, Wilmington, North Carolina

by Hani // Social media manager

Advancing recycling and waste reduction in North and South Carolina since 1989.

What is the Carolina Recycling Association (CRA)?

The CRA is a nonprofit organization established and maintained b

0 replies | 853 views | Posted on: 02/09/2023 | Last updated: 02/10/2023

GPRO Construction Management, Online Training with Urban Green Council, February 7

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Low-carbon, energy-efficient construction will play a critical role in meeting increasingly stringent local and national building performance goals. These projects will require an understanding of new

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 829 views | Posted on: 01/25/2023 | Last updated: 01/25/2023

NeighborWorks Winter 2023 Virtual Training Institute, February 6-10

by samanthaklein // Intern

NeighborWorks America creates opportunities for people to live in affordable homes, improve their lives and strengthen their communities.

The NeighborWorks 2023 Virtual Winter Conference is focused

Filed under: Events

Keywords: Healthy Housing,Sustainable Communities,networking

0 replies | 1180 views | Posted on: 01/06/2023 | Last updated: 01/07/2023

What is the Risk Associated with Carbon Targets? Free Hybrid Event, in Boston and Online, January 19, 12 - 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This research project will help investors determine the risk associated with corporations achieving their future carbon targets.


As corporations and investment firms both commit to targets for re

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1430 views | Posted on: 12/19/2022 | Last updated: 12/19/2022

Online Course: Crushing the Code, New York City -- Residential Buildings, December 14

by samanthaklein // Intern

Crushing the Code New York City: Residential is an online course that prepares design and building professionals to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 NYCECC and create more energy-eff

Filed under: Webinars

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Building Codes,New York City,Residential Buildings

0 replies | 1135 views | Posted on: 11/29/2022 | Last updated: 11/30/2022

Webinar: Net Zero Buildings: A Master Class, Wednesday, July 15, 12 pm EDT

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As cities, investors, and real estate leaders continue to develop their strategies to reduce energy costs and address climate change, many are now targeting “net zero” buildings – bu

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Net Zero Buildings,Urban Land Institute

0 replies | 1207 views | Posted on: 07/09/2020 | Last updated: 07/09/2020

FREE Webinar: Taking Commercial Offices to Net Zero Carbon, July 1, 1pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The release of the LETI Climate Emergency Design Guide in January and the UK Green Building Council targets for Commercial Offices in April have put Net Zero Carbon front of place in commercial office

Filed under: Energy Management

UK Green Building

Keywords: Netzero,Energy Efficiency,Green Office Space,Green Office Building

0 replies | 1645 views | Posted on: 06/22/2020 | Last updated: 06/22/2020

FREE Webinar: Green Shores for Shoreline Development - Update for shoreline practitioners, June 24, 2PM

by AbbieKnight

In this webinar, DG Blair (Stewardship Centre for BC) and Jim Johannessen (Coastal Geologic Services, Inc.) will provide participants with an overview of the recent update to the Green Shores for Coas

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Coastal Development,Green Shores

0 replies | 731 views | Posted on: 06/08/2020 | Last updated: 06/09/2020

Water Conservation Showcase 2020 (Day 2), August 4, 9 am - 1:20 pm PST

by Allan Robles // Enabling Building Portfolio Sustainability

The Water Conservation Showcase is a free event and is organized through the combined efforts of the U.S. Green Building Council Northern California, East Bay Municipal Utility District, the San Franc

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 1602 views | Posted on: 05/28/2020 | Last updated: 06/22/2020

Low Carbon Design with Budget in Mind - A virtual live CEU Home Tour, May 16, 11 am - 12 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join GreenHome Institute live for a mid-construction virtual home tour where you will meet the architect and home builder to review this project! 

 This custom-built home is walkable

Filed under: Webinars

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1221 views | Posted on: 05/13/2020 | Last updated: 05/13/2020

USGBC Georgia: Building My Dream Home in a Historic District, Online, May 5, 9-11 am

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join USGBC Georgia for a virtual tour and presentation of Carl Seville’s beautiful historic home in Decatur, Georgia. Make yourself at home as Carl, partner at SK Collab

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

Keywords: USGBC Georgia,Atlanta,Georgia

0 replies | 1692 views | Posted on: 04/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2020

Virtual IAQ and Energy 2020 Conference, October 27-29

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

At IAQ & Energy 2020, you will find all the components to design, construct, operate & maintain healthy, environmentally-sustainable indoor spaces:

  • Building Science, Design,

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Indoor Air Quality,Maine Indoor Air Quality Council

0 replies | 2565 views | Posted on: 04/13/2020 | Last updated: 09/17/2020

Get to know ASHRAE Boston - September Meeting, Wednesday, September 21st, 5:30 pm, Waltham

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

ASHRAE Boston September Meeting Wednesday, September 21st Embassy Suites – Waltham Speaker: Steve Tafone, PE – Vice President of Engineering Suffolk Construction “Lessons Learned” …

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: ASHRAE Boston

0 replies | 1060 views | Posted on: 09/15/2016 | Last updated: 09/15/2016

(Postponed - Stay tuned for new May Date) ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Academy, April 24, Portland, OR

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

** ***ADU Academy is being rescheduled due to the Coronavirus outbreak. We aim to reschedule the event for this summer. Once we have a new date established, we’ll update this page. 3/1

Filed under: Education

Related to: Continuing Education Programs

Keywords: Tiny Homes,Accessory Dwelling Units,ADUs

0 replies | 876 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 03/20/2020

Northeast Solar & Storage Forum 2020, March 11, New York, New York

by AbbieKnight

The Northeast is one of the fastest growing regions for solar and energy storage. With strong policies for renewables and a local hive of innovative clean energy companies, it has the potential to lea

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy,Solar,Clean Energy companies

0 replies | 1198 views | Posted on: 03/04/2020 | Last updated: 03/04/2020

NESEA Green Building Pro Tour - Portland's First PHIUS+ Affordable Multifamily Housing, Friday, April 7, 1-5 pm, Portland, Maine

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Building Pro Tour - Portland's First PHIUS+ Affordable Multifamily Housing Northeast Sustainable Energy Association Friday, April 7, 1-5 pm, Portland, Maine CEUs Pending: 2.5 AIA LU/HSW, 2…

Filed under: Maine

Related to: Electrical Component Recycling

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Green Building Tour,Passive House,Passivhaus

0 replies | 1035 views | Posted on: 03/08/2017 | Last updated: 03/08/2017

Event: LEED v4 Materials Deep Dive - USGBC Northern California, 2/28, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

LEED v4 Materials Deep Dive - USGBC Northern California by USGBC Northern California Tickets: $10 – $100 Tuesday, February 28, 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM PST Location: DPR Construction 945 Front…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: LEED V4,USBGC Northern California

0 replies | 1268 views | Posted on: 02/22/2017 | Last updated: 02/22/2017

Free Webinar: Leverage Big Energy Savings with Advances in LED Lighting, March 16, 11am PST / 2pm EST

by Kalyani.rc // Passive House / Sustainability Enthusiast

Leverage Big Energy Savings with Advances in LED Lighting March 16, 11am PST / 2pm EST Sponsored by: Cree, Inc. Session: 1 H 30 M Credits: 1 PDH / 0.1 CEU We’re at a historic time in the ligh…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Energy Savings,LED Lighting

0 replies | 1386 views | Posted on: 02/13/2017 | Last updated: 02/13/2017

Webinar: Incorporating Climate Solutions February 9th 12-1:15pm EST

by ChristinaC // Marketing Student

Webinar: Incorporating Climate Solutions into Day to Day Adaptation February 9th 12-1:15pm EST Join the Antioch University New England Center for Climate Preparedness and Community Resilience and t…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Antioch University New England,Climate Solutions,Environmental Protection Agency,American Planning Association,Climate Preparedness,Community Resilience

0 replies | 1348 views | Posted on: 01/30/2017 | Last updated: 01/30/2017

New Hampshire Association of Realtors (NHAR), Green Real Estate Symposium, March 28, Nashua

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Real Estate Symposium, March 28, Nashua Presented by New Hampshire Association of Realtors (NHAR) Tuesday, March 28, 2017 7:30 am - 7 PM Radisson Hotel Nashua 11 Tara Boulevard Nashua,…

Filed under: New Hampshire

New Hampshire Green Building

Keywords: Green Real Estate,New Hampshire Association of Realtors

0 replies | 1271 views | Posted on: 01/19/2017 | Last updated: 01/19/2017

USGBC NE FL & Custom Builders Net Zero Home Holiday Tour, December 12, 2016 5:30 - 7:30 PM, Neptune Beach

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

USGBC NE FL & Custom Builders Net Zero Home Holiday Tour December 12, 2016 5:30 - 7:30 PM 1912 Nightfall Drive Neptune Beach, FL 32266 Our building tours committee is changing things up in …

Filed under: Florida

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Netzero,Florida Green Building

0 replies | 827 views | Posted on: 12/09/2016 | Last updated: 12/09/2016

Post Election '16: What Can You Do?

by aahassonjee

On Tuesday, November 11th, climate change and the environment seemed to become casualties of what had been the most bizarre and stressful U.S. Presidential election of recent times. Political and econ…

Filed under: Government Policies

Keywords: Climate Change,election 16,what you can do

0 replies | 1153 views | Posted on: 11/28/2016 | Last updated: 11/28/2016

Passive House Days Open House @ E10th Street, New York Passive House, Friday November 11, 3:30 pm, NYC

by aahassonjee

Passive House Days Open House - New York Passive House (NYPH) Friday November 11, 3:30 pm, NYC 377 East 10th Street Manhattan, New York, NY Paul A. Castrucci, Architect presents Passive House …

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 798 views | Posted on: 11/03/2016 | Last updated: 11/09/2016

USGBC MA Green Building Tour: The Distillery in South Boston Passive House- Thursday, December 1st

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Green Building Tour: The Distillery in South Boston Passive House Thursday, December 1st 5:30 – 7:15 PM 516 East 2nd Street Boston, MA 02127 There's a city block in South Boston which has…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Massachusetts,Passive House,South Boston

0 replies | 1741 views | Posted on: 10/17/2016 | Last updated: 11/02/2016

 

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