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Residential Solar in Carson: Solar for Single Family Homes, July 9, Carson, CA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

A workshop for residents to learn more about the benefits, challenges, and opportunities of going solar. Is your roof suitable for solar? Attend to find out! 

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Solar,Green Homes

0 replies | 1920 views | Posted on: 06/25/2019 | Last updated: 06/25/2019

Behavior, Energy & Climate Change (BECC), American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE), November 12 - 15, Sacramento, California

by Hani // Social media manager

The Behavior, Energy & Climate Change (BECC) conference is the premier conference focused on understanding human behavior and decision making and using that knowledge to accelerate the transition

California Green Building

0 replies | 1186 views | Posted on: 10/12/2023 | Last updated: 10/12/2023

2023 ACSA/AIA Intersections Research Conference: Material Economies, October 19-21, 1-4pm, Amherst, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

The American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Association of Collegiate Schools of Architecture (ACSA) are pleased to continue the conference partnership dedicated to the intersec

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1215 views | Posted on: 09/26/2023 | Last updated: 09/26/2023

The Urban Green Gala, October 6, 5-10 pm, New York, NY

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Urban Green Gala is Urban Green Council's most important fundraiser and supports critical education, policy and research initiatives. The Gala brings together leaders from all corners of

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1705 views | Posted on: 09/12/2023 | Last updated: 09/12/2023

Passive House 201: Technical Aspects of Design & Construction, Online, September 12, 3-5pm

by Hani // Social media manager

This session will take a deeper look into common design & construction strategies for achieving the Passive House standard.

Concepts will include building envelope & insulation, air tightne

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1426 views | Posted on: 08/23/2023 | Last updated: 08/23/2023

Free Webinar: Retrofitting Homes for Electrification and Decarbonization, September 7, 9 am ET

by samanthaklein // Intern

From alignment with California’s decarbonization goals and local ordinances prohibiting new gas installs, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will outline the necessary steps to electr

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,High Performance,Decarbonization,Electrification

0 replies | 1317 views | Posted on: 08/07/2023 | Last updated: 08/07/2023

A Carbon Neutral Campus: Tour Maine’s First Mass Timber Buildings, August 4, 1-5 pm, Brunswick, Maine

by Hani // Social media manager

Join NESEA in Maine for a Pro Tour of the first pure mass timber commercial structures in the state: Bowdoin College’s new Barry Mills Hall and the John and Lile Gibbons Center for Arctic Studie

0 replies | 1384 views | Posted on: 07/14/2023 | Last updated: 07/15/2023

Free Webinar: All-Electric Commercial Kitchens, July 26, 12-1:30 pm PT

by Hani // Social media manager

Commercial kitchen electrification is a critical component of building decarbonization but is often thought of as a stumbling block due to its perceived expense, complexity and the affinity of the res

0 replies | 952 views | Posted on: 06/23/2023 | Last updated: 06/23/2023

2023 UK Passivhaus Awards Ceremony, July 5, 2 pm BT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Join this event on Wednesday 5th July at the Museum of London for an afternoon of presentations celebrating the best Passivhaus projects in the country as finalists vie for your vote. Be amongst the f

Filed under: Events

UK Green Building

Keywords: Passive House,Leadership,Passivhaus,London,Awards

0 replies | 1667 views | Posted on: 06/07/2023 | Last updated: 06/07/2023

Free Hybrid EnergyBar Event: Go Energize 2023 Kickoff, June 8, 5:30–8 pm ET, Boston, Massachusetts

by Hani // Social media manager

Join virtually or at Greentown Boston on Thursday, June 8 to celebrate the kickoff of Go Energize 2023!

Celebrate the kickoff of Go Energize 2023, a Greentown Go startup-corporate partnerships acce

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1164 views | Posted on: 05/24/2023 | Last updated: 05/24/2023

Designing a Green New Deal, September 13, 9:30am-7:30pm, Philadelphia, PA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

We are entering a period of once-unfathomable hope on climate change, where environmental advocates and leaders are staking out an ambitious agenda that matches the scale and urgency of the clima

Filed under: Pennsylvania

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Green New Deal

0 replies | 1914 views | Posted on: 08/07/2019 | Last updated: 08/07/2019

US Green Building Council NJ’s 16th Annual Golf Outing + Networking Dinner: September 17, Neschanic Station, NJ

by MVillere

Join us for a fun day of golf, networking & delicious food. Not a golfer? Join us for just the Networking Dinner.

This is a great opportunity to meet and network with like-minded professio

New Jersey Greenbuilding Group

0 replies | 1418 views | Posted on: 07/24/2019 | Last updated: 07/24/2019

CALGreen and Energy Code Seminar, August 16, 10:00am-4:00pm, Sacramento, CA

by Gina Pryciak // Student

California Energy Code 2019: Challenges and Mandatory Changes

This three-hour session will bring you up to date on changes to the Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) for residential and non-residen

Filed under: California

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Energy Codes

0 replies | 1610 views | Posted on: 07/12/2019 | Last updated: 07/12/2019

Webinar on Demand (Free): The Who, Where and How of Installing a Solar Array, by CleanFootprint

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Installing Solar Does NOT Have to Be Complicated This webinar is designed for Facility Managers who want to install solar but are unsure of the installation process. We will discuss the who, where,…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Solar,Clean FootPrint

0 replies | 1385 views | Posted on: 06/29/2015 | Last updated: 06/29/2015

GPRO Fundamentals of Green Building Training, July 8 & July 16, Los Angeles, CA

by AidanAnthony // Intern

This event is comprised of 2 sessions, which build up to an exam at the end of the second session.

The construction industry is moving quickly towards greener, high-performing buildings, creating i

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 1489 views | Posted on: 06/10/2019 | Last updated: 06/10/2019

Green Building Slam, St. Louis, MO, June 11 5:30-7:30 pm

by Gina Pryciak // Student

This year’s event will feature several fast paced presentations with an eye on redevelopment and equity. 

North Lafayette Square

This 12 acre project develops long vacant former indus

Filed under: Missouri

Missouri Green Building

0 replies | 1288 views | Posted on: 06/03/2019 | Last updated: 06/04/2019

4th Annual Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference (ELEMCON), May 13-15, Denver, CO

by AbbieKnight

The Environmental Leader & Energy Manager Conference offers a unique opportunity for environmental, sustainability and energy professionals to come together to identify new areas of opportunity to

Filed under: Colorado

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

Keywords: Efficiency,Industry Changemakers

0 replies | 1652 views | Posted on: 04/11/2019 | Last updated: 04/12/2019

National Microgrids Conference, Boston, MA on April 17-19th

by AbbieKnight

The concept of a microgrid is quickly becoming one of the most popular trends in energy distribution, offering resilience and independence that can't be achieved relying on the tradition

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Microgrids

0 replies | 2386 views | Posted on: 03/19/2019 | Last updated: 03/19/2019

250 Foot Tall Dorm at Cornell University Will be the Most Efficient Skyscraper Ever Built

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

Cornell University’s Tech campus, scheduled to be complete in 2017, is located on Roosevelt Island on the East River in New York. When complete the Tech campus will be an innovative and sustainable …

Filed under: Other Green Building - Other

0 replies | 785 views | Posted on: 01/23/2016 | Last updated: 01/23/2016

21 Mayors Pledge US $5.2 Billion - 10 percent of budgets - to Resilience Strategies, at COP21

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

From CitiesToday, December 2, 2015: 21 mayors have pledged US$5.2 billion to fund resilience strategies by signing up to the 10% Resilience Pledge at the COP21 conference in Paris this week. May…

Filed under: Climate Change

Keywords: Resilience,COP21,Cities

0 replies | 1510 views | Posted on: 12/03/2015 | Last updated: 12/03/2015

Cradle to Cradle Products Symposium and Innovation Celebration, November 13, 8 am - 5 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Think positive. Design Positive. Make Positive. Cradle to Cradle Product Symposium and Innovation Celebration November 13, 2015 Product Symposium- Sessions 8am - 5 pm (Business Casual Atti…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Circular Economy,Cradle to Cradle

0 replies | 1733 views | Posted on: 11/05/2015 | Last updated: 11/05/2015

Insider Knowledge Report 2015

by Jason L. // LEED AP O+M

Published by Environmental Leader, LLC This report includes lessons-learned, tactics, insights and case studies from experts working in the trenches of corporate environmental, sustainability and ener…

Filed under: Information and Resources

0 replies | 1083 views | Posted on: 09/24/2015 | Last updated: 09/24/2015

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel, Thursday, September 10, 5:30-8:30 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Greentown Labs - Energy Innovation Networking and Panel Thursday, September 10 5:30 - 8:30 PM What fosters private and public sector ideas at the nexus of technology and government. How does in…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy,Innovation

0 replies | 2228 views | Posted on: 08/31/2015 | Last updated: 09/01/2015

Energy Efficiency Progress: What We’ve Gained in 35 Years

by Chelsea W. // Student

A new report by the America Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy, “Energy Efficiency in the United States: 35 Years and Counting," was released and found some truly incredible things. For one, yo…

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

Related to: Information and Resources ,Media,Energy,News,Studies/Surveys

Keywords: news,Energy Efficiency,Studies

0 replies | 2258 views | Posted on: 07/28/2015 | Last updated: 07/28/2015

 

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