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FREE Webinar - Daylighting by Design, April 7, 12pm EDT
This course discusses the benefits of a thoughtfully- designed light control system and how to make it work for your project's natural-lighting and shading needs. The discussion emphases implementing
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Free Webinar: Understanding Heat Pump HVAC and Water Heating, December 16, 9:30 - 11 am PT
This class will cover a basic introduction to the thermodynamics that make heat pumps so efficient. Whether used for space heating or water heating, heat pumps can be up to 300% efficient! How is that
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People who have experienced living in a high-performance home treasure their homes. They testify to the quality of life and cost savings, and this proof grows progressively stronger over time.&nb
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Free Webinar: Carbon Free Homes - Features, Benefits, Valuation, October 14, 9 am - 12 pm PT
Do you know? California policy goals no longer aim for net-zero energy. Going forward, it’s all about emissions reductions. Building codes and energy policy impact the way homes are built a
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Building All-Electric homes is becoming increasingly stronger than ever. These homes are not only cheaper to construct and operate, but they also offer healthier and more comfortable living environmen
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Free Webinar: Home Energy Series - Electricity Usage, August 29, 10 am - 12 pm PT
What’s causing electric bills to be so high that it might make some people want to scream and hand out sweaters to family members?? In this session, Spencer Rosen will decipher the electric bill
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Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verification Training, Online, July 14-16, 9 am-1 pm ET
This three-day online course is designed to introduce the skills necessary to become a Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier, certified to perform the diagnostic testing required for ne
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ESG faces growing scrutiny - so how can we turn backlash into a breakthrough? This webinar explores the impact of the ESG backlash on corporate strategy and how to navigate it while reinforcing&n
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ESG & Decarbonizing Real Estate, July 16-17, Dana Point, California
Decarbonization, a key aspect of ESG in real estate, involves reducing carbon emissions from buildings and real estate projects through energy efficiency, renewable energy, and sustainable materials.&
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California’s push for building electrification is quickly driving major changes in the residential energy sphere. Solar contractors, designers, and affiliated trades have the opportunity to capt
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Join the Residential Energy Program Manager from Montgomery County’s Department of Environmental Protection for an interactive presentation.
When it comes to your utility bill, you may
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This webinar is a specific Ann Arbor Michigan Citizen Participation meeting aimed to introduce the project to the public and solicit commentary for the City of Ann Arbor’s planning process. Howe
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Mental Resilience
Cultivating resilience through mindful practice
With managers looking for new ways to support their teams virtually, parents becoming teachers overnight, une
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July 16th: Build a Bog Bridge Training and Workday
Join the Nature Conservancy in New Hampshire for their Build a Bog Bridge Training and Workday! ABOUT THE EVENT: The bog bridges in the Manchester Cedar Swamp are in dire need of a facelift! The Na…
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As a result of recent health and safety concerns regarding the COVID-19 virus, this seminar will also be offered as a live webinar.
To register for the online webinar, please foll
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(For more information, see the event post in our MA Green Builders Group, or on our open green Building Calendar: https://www.rateitgreen.com/green-building-resources/sustainable-building-events/
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The MetroWest Climate Solutions Group,will offer two March sessions on tackling climate change. These free sessions will be cosponsored by Mass Audubon and hosted by First Parish in Wayland (225 Bosto
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Out of an abundance of caution due to COVID-19 for the health and safety of all, RSC has re-scheduled of the Summit. Speakers are in the process of being re-confirmed for the new dates.
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Veridian at County Farm is nestled on County Farm Park with 130 acres of woods, trillium-lined trails, gardens and playgrounds. It is targeted to be one of the nation’s first mixed-income net ze
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GTM Webinar: 3 Ways Cellular PV System Monitoring Will Improve Your Bottom Line (12/8 @ 2PM EST)
Gaining insight and control over your PV installations is crucial to ensure profitability and customer satisfaction in an uncertain solar market. With many options to choose from, one proven way is mi…
Passive House Days New York Passive House, Open House at 153rd St, Sunday November 13, 3 pm, #NYC
Passive House Days New York Passive House Open House November 13, 3 pm, #NYC 542W 153rd St New York, NY As part of the annual Passive House Days in New York series, an open house will be held …
YouthBuild Boston and the USGBC MA Residential Green Building Committee MA Chapter 2016 Winterization Service Project Saturday, November 19 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM 27 Centre Street Boston, MA 021…
Refuge Sustainable Building Center is Hiring - Bozeman, Montana
Refuge Sustainable Building Center - Bozeman, Montana This position would require approximately 25 hours per week which would include 2 Saturdays each month and half days 4 - 5 days a week. Re…
Senate Bill 32 Sets Aggressive New Goal for California Emission Levels
California is leading the nation in reducing greenhouse-gas emissions, and has done so through aggressive climate bills. This effective methodology looks to continue as California recently passed Sena…
How to Succeed with Commissioning . . . Tools, Best Practices & Overcoming Barriers Thursday, July 28, 2016 ST. Louis Science Center 5050 Oakland Avenue St. Louis, MO 63110 - Examine commiss…
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