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Moisture and How it Effects the Build: Part 2, December 2, 4 pm EST

by ROCKWOOL

Join ROCKWOOL to discuss the building science behind continuous insulation, how much is enough and discussing projects that have used continuous insulation.

Returning ROCKstars Chris Laumer-Gi

Filed under: Mineral Wool Insulation

Keywords: ROCKWOOL,Stone Wool,Mineral Wool,Stone Wool Insulation,Mineral Wool Insulation

0 replies | 1302 views | Posted on: 11/30/2021 | Last updated: 11/30/2021

Online Course: Retrofit Now! Reducing Carbon and Complying with LL97, February 21, 22, 28 & March 1, 9 am - 12:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

In partnership with AIA New York, this multi-day course provides 14 CES LU|HSWs and training to make significant energy and carbon reductions in your clients’ buildings.

New York has gotten s

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 921 views | Posted on: 02/03/2023 | Last updated: 02/03/2023

Free PG&E Webinar, Introduction to the Passive House Standard. February 15, 9am-1pm PST

by himj // Student Of Green Building

The Introduction to the Passive House Standard guides participants through the principles and economics of the Passive House Standard with an in-depth look at enclosure insulation & thermal bridgi

Filed under: Training and Development Programs, Workshops

California Green Building

0 replies | 2161 views | Posted on: 01/16/2023 | Last updated: 01/16/2023

Crushing the Code, New York City, Commercial, Online, January 31

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 818 views | Posted on: 12/29/2022 | Last updated: 12/29/2022

Free Webinar: Whole Life Carbon Roadmap Stakeholder Series: Social landlords, Owners, Property Managers (Residential), January 26, 10-11:30 am GMT

by Rushabh // Social media manager

Join UKGBC for an interactive workshop exploring the Net Zero Whole Life Carbon Roadmap Stakeholder Action Plans, to better understand how to implement the key immediate actions recomme

0 replies | 948 views | Posted on: 12/07/2022 | Last updated: 12/08/2022

Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum, December 7, 4-6 pm, Detroit

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join us for USGBC Detroit Region's 2022 Michigan Women in Green Discussion Forum. This in-person event will feature a panel discussion with female industry leaders as well as interactive

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 1073 views | Posted on: 11/20/2022 | Last updated: 11/20/2022

Grey to Green Virtual Conference 2022: Designing Future Proof Cities With Green Infrastructure, June 22 - 23

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

As we build back from the COVID-19 Pandemic, we can reimagine our communities as places where health and well being are at the forefront of design, planning and investment. The 9th Annual Grey to

Keywords: Green Roofs,Grey to Green

0 replies | 1332 views | Posted on: 06/06/2022 | Last updated: 06/07/2022

Better Buildings, Better Plants 2022 Summit, May 17-19

by samanthaklein // Intern

The U.S. Department of Energy's Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit is May 17-19, 2022 at the DoubleTree Crystal City in Arlington, Virginia. This summit will provide opport

Filed under: Washington, DC

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Technology,built environment,Better Buildings

0 replies | 1157 views | Posted on: 04/21/2022 | Last updated: 04/21/2022

Free Webinar: The Switch Is On: Electrify California! April 28, 5:30 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Did you know that over 90% of the gas that's used in buildings is methane?

Most homes in California burn natural gas or propane for space heating, water heating, and cooking. These gases&m

California Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Heating and cooling systems,methane,Decarbonization,Electrification

0 replies | 1495 views | Posted on: 04/03/2022 | Last updated: 04/03/2022

Free Webinar: Take Control of your Energy Future: Net Zero Workforce Development, March 30, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

We are experiencing a massive labor shortage for residential buildings now going on a decade. To make matters worse, there are few and far between training and opportunities for net-zero, decarbonizat

Filed under: Energy

Michigan Green Building

Keywords: Energy,Workforce Development,Net Zero Energy

0 replies | 1422 views | Posted on: 03/15/2022 | Last updated: 03/15/2022

Passive House as an Ecosystem, by Connecticut Passive House, Online, March 3, 12 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Description

Carbon Reduction Goes Beyond the Envelope. Carbon reduction in the Passive House ecosystem involves three distinct systems: the Passive House, the renewable energy components, and the s

Connecticut Green Building

0 replies | 1600 views | Posted on: 02/24/2022 | Last updated: 02/24/2022

FREE Green Building Webinar: Sustainable + Contemporary Commercial Restroom Materials, February 10, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

When designing a restroom or other space, professionals are often faced with the challenge of selecting materials that function, appeal to the senses, and contribute to green building initiatives. In

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Materials,restrooms,Safety

0 replies | 1575 views | Posted on: 01/18/2022 | Last updated: 01/18/2022

Webinar: US-EU exchange: Building standards and codes to drive renovation, January 11, 10 - 11:45 am EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

To date, renovations largely take place on a voluntary basis – there is no uniform obligation on member states and local authorities to renovate buildings, and engaging both building owners and

Filed under: Energy

0 replies | 1546 views | Posted on: 12/20/2021 | Last updated: 12/20/2021

The Maine Indoor Air Quality Council IAQ & Energy Conference 2018, May 1-2, Portland, ME

by Oyin

At IAQ & ENERGY Conference 2018, you’ll join hundreds—not thousands—of professionals who, like you, are looking for cutting-edge information for healthy, energy-efficient indoor environments wh…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 2474 views | Posted on: 11/09/2017 | Last updated: 11/09/2017

Better Buildings Webinar: Put Your Money on It -- Investing in Energy Efficiency, November 30, 3 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

Many financial institutions require long-term performance data before investing in products or projects – energy efficiency lending is no exception. A forthcoming report from Berkeley Lab provid

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Sustainable Investing,Energy Economics and Financial Analysis

0 replies | 1241 views | Posted on: 11/13/2021 | Last updated: 11/13/2021

Renewable Energy Expo 2018, August 2 - 4, Yangon, Myanmar

by YijunW

RENEWABLE ENERGY EXPO MYANMAR 2018 is the only specialized Renewable Energy technology and equipment event that brings together an international congregation of Government and private renewable energy…

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 1314 views | Posted on: 05/18/2018 | Last updated: 05/18/2018

Rental Effect Study: Which Green Office Building Features Do Tenants Pay For?

by YijunW

A 2017 study shows that green features such as natural light, efficient HVAC, water conservation, public transit, an electric car charging station, an onsite fitness facility, and access to services w

Filed under: Studies/Surveys

0 replies | 8812 views | Posted on: 05/13/2018 | Last updated: 02/18/2023

U.S. Postal Service Seeks Solar Project Proposals for Facilities in California, DC, Massachusetts and New Jersey

by YijunW

The United States Postal Service (USPS) is looking for renewable energy generation project in California, Massachusetts, New Jersey and Washington, D.C. "The United States Postal Service ... requ…

Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

0 replies | 1368 views | Posted on: 05/05/2018 | Last updated: 05/09/2018

Green Finance: How to Take Advantage of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac Green Lending Programs

by YijunW

The Federal Housing Finance Agency (FHFA) gives green builders a financial advantage through Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac. Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac are United States government-sponsored enterprise (G…

Filed under: Financial Services

0 replies | 4409 views | Posted on: 04/29/2018 | Last updated: 07/13/2018

SBESC's Public Workshop On Clearwater Project Construction, April 26, 2018, 6:30 PM, Carson, CA

by YijunW

Construction on the Sanitation Districts of Los Angeles County's Clearwater Project begins in 2018. The project will protect local waterways by addressing aging sewer system infrastructure. Above-gr…

California Green Building

0 replies | 823 views | Posted on: 04/23/2018 | Last updated: 04/23/2018

USGBC MA Building Tech Forum - May 24 - 5:30 - 8pm - Boston

by AbbieKnight

Join green technology firms and building product companies to discuss cutting-edge research and products to support net positive energy buildings. Start the night off by catching up with your colleagu…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Green Building,Sustainability,Net Positive

0 replies | 1037 views | Posted on: 04/10/2018 | Last updated: 04/15/2018

Webinar - Being Green, Made Easier! LID and GI Monitoring, Maintenance & Tracking, March 13

by AbbieKnight

Enhance the effectiveness and capacity of your Low Impact Development (LID) and Green Infrastructure (GI) systems! Join Daniel Apt, president of Olaunu and experienced LID professional, for a live …

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: GI Systems,LID Systems

0 replies | 1391 views | Posted on: 03/12/2018 | Last updated: 03/12/2018

arpa-e Energy Innovation Summit

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The ARPA-E Energy Innovation Summit is an annual conference and technology showcase that brings together experts from different technical disciplines and professional communities to think about Americ…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1075 views | Posted on: 02/27/2018 | Last updated: 02/27/2018

Off-Shore Wind in RI and Beyond: The Story of Deep Water Wind, February 12, 12-2pm, Providence, by RENEW Energy Initiative

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join Renew Energy Initiative in partnership with the Rhode Island Society of Environmental Professionals in welcoming Jeff Grybowski and colleagues for an update on Deep Water Wind’s work over the p…

Filed under: Rhode Island

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: Renew Energy Initiative

0 replies | 1896 views | Posted on: 01/22/2018 | Last updated: 01/22/2018

Living Building Tour, Hitchcock Center for the Environment, January 5, 4-5 pm, Amherst, Massachusetts

by Jessica Schultz // Living Building Coordinator

Come meet our newest educator – our building! It is designed to model systems in nature, it is net zero energy, net zero water, has composting toilets, and has been made with responsibly sourced non…

Filed under: Living Building Challenge

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1716 views | Posted on: 12/13/2017 | Last updated: 12/13/2017

 

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