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Mold, Radon, and Lead in Schools Workshop, April 23 (Now Online)

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

*This event was rescheduled from March 10th, 2020 and is now available online.

Join Women for a Healthy Environment and Green Building Alliance for technical guidance on addressing m

Filed under: Education

Related to: Training and Development Programs, Workshops,Indoor Air Quality

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Mold,Healthy Schools,Lead

0 replies | 1640 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 04/05/2020

ClimaTech 2026, May 4-5, Boston, Massachusetts

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

ClimaTech 2026 is back in Boston, bringing together global leaders and innovators for a high-energy gathering focused on advancing climate technology.

Now in its third year, ClimaTech bri

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 803 views | Posted on: 03/20/2026 | Last updated: 03/20/2026

Free Webinar: Trombe Wall Case Study (Design, Construction Method and Results) Lessons Learned, March 18, 12 pm ET

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

This course will begin with a description of the science behind a Trombe Wall, along with its benefits and limitations. Next, we will discuss building orientation and design considerations for integra

Michigan Green Building

0 replies | 477 views | Posted on: 03/05/2026 | Last updated: 03/05/2026

Indoor Air Quality Essentials and Survey Intro, Online, March 11, 1 - 2 pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

While the days of smog-filled skies and soot-covered buildings are thankfully in the past, air quality remains an important issue in our region. Air pollutants are everywhere, from outside sources lik

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 521 views | Posted on: 02/06/2026 | Last updated: 02/10/2026

Free Webinar: Not All Kilowatt-Hours Are Equal - Building Case Studies and Visualization Tools for Understanding Marginal Emissions, February 25

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Carbon emissions caused by electricity use in buildings are commonly accounted for using average emissions factors. However, decisions around building energy use should be based on marginal 

California Green Building

0 replies | 504 views | Posted on: 01/20/2026 | Last updated: 01/20/2026

Free Webinar: 101 - Electrification of Domestic Hot Water in Multifamily Buildings, January 14, 9 am

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Electrifying domestic hot water in multifamily buildings is a tough nut to crack—and one of the most critical challenges on the path to low- and zero-carbon buildings. In this session, we’

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 661 views | Posted on: 12/30/2025 | Last updated: 12/30/2025

We Need to Talk: What if Staying is No Longer an Option? Hybrid Event Online and in Boston, Massachusetts, December 12, 9:30am - 12:30pm

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

As climate resilience practitioners, we are focused on preventing harm to vulnerable people and places. But we know that, for many communities, the decision may one day arrive at having to move out of

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 655 views | Posted on: 11/12/2025 | Last updated: 11/14/2025

2025 Code Breaker: Multifamily Ventilation, Online, December 9, 12 - 1 pm PT

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Indoor Air Quality (IAQ) is an important part of supporting Health & Safety for multifamily dwelling units, and the 2025 Energy Code establishes new Mandatory requirements for IAQ ventilation in m

California Green Building

0 replies | 698 views | Posted on: 10/15/2025 | Last updated: 10/15/2025

3C-REN Contractor Connection Hub at Standard Plumbing, October 30, Oxnard, California

by Shivani // Social Media Manager

Join 3C-REN on October 30th at Johnstone Supply in Oxnard for an exciting opportunity to connect and grow! The 3C-REN team will be on-site to share workforce development opportunit

California Green Building

0 replies | 616 views | Posted on: 09/29/2025 | Last updated: 09/29/2025

(Canceled) The Well Conference, Hosted by the International WELL Building Institute (IWBI), August 16-19, Scottsdale, AZ

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

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The WELL Conference for 2020 has been canceled. All conference registrations will be fully refunded.

IWBI is are considering all options for future events, including a virtual event and dates


Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Buildings and Our Health - News and Information

Keywords: Healthy Building,Healthy Buildings,Well Building

0 replies | 1769 views | Posted on: 05/09/2020 | Last updated: 06/22/2020

LEED for Homes v4 Green Rater 3-Day Online Training, May 11-13, Hosted by GreenHomeInstitute - Discount for Rate It Green Members!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

With over 2 million LEED® for Homes™ registered spaces worldwide, LEED is the international rating system to ensure residential buildings are better. LEED requires third-party on-site v

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,LEED for Homes,Green Rater,Green Raters,GreenHome Institute

0 replies | 2045 views | Posted on: 04/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2020

FREE Green Building Webinar, Don't Wait: A Canopy Prep Timeline, Wednesday, May 6, 12pm EDT

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

Canopy systems are important additions to the building envelope, as well as providing a beautiful, unique aesthetic. Additionally, canopy systems require proper planning, knowledge, and a well-kept ti

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: canopies,canopy systems

0 replies | 1873 views | Posted on: 04/10/2020 | Last updated: 04/10/2020

Principles and Foundations of Environmental Education, Summer Online Course, June 1 - August 9, 2020

by mkilmartin // Intern

Registration Required- Register by May 26!

OVERVIEW: Are you looking for ways to enhance your environmental education teaching/practices this summer? Interested in starting a portfolio of your

Filed under: Education

Emerging Green Professionals

0 replies | 2317 views | Posted on: 03/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/14/2020

AUGUST 11th: The Art of Reuse Event @ Newmarket Millspace

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

The Post-Landfill Action Network (PLAN) cultivates, educates, and inspires the student-led zero waste movement. They inform students about the waste crisis and equip them with the necessary skills and…

POSTPONED: Advocacy Summit: Passive House as the Platform for Net-Zero, Electrification and Carbon-Free Buildings, March 10, Boston

by mkilmartin // Intern

PLEASE NOTE - THIS EVENT HAS BEEN POSTPONED.  

THE TENTATVE NEW DATE IS APRIL 14.  PLEAE STAY TUNED FOR UPDATED INFORMATION. 
 

 

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Filed under: Green Facilities

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1438 views | Posted on: 03/03/2020 | Last updated: 03/27/2020

Webinar: ENERGY STAR and Green Building Rating Systems: Wednesday, February 12, 1-2 pm

by Veer Mudambi // Journalist - Writing Green

During this session, attendees will learn how to use EPA tools and resources to help meet requirements for green building rating systems such as the U.S. Green Building Council’s Leadership in E

Filed under: Energy Star

0 replies | 1999 views | Posted on: 02/06/2020 | Last updated: 02/06/2020

FREE Webinar, Daylighting by Design, Tuesday, February 4,12 - 1pm EST

by GreenCE Sustainable Design and Construction

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

Filed under: Webinars

0 replies | 2052 views | Posted on: 01/24/2020 | Last updated: 02/04/2020

Buildings of Excellence: Mahesh Ramanujam on the Future of Carbon Neutral Buildings, 1/22, NYC

by mkilmartin // Intern

Join the Building Energy Exchange, New York State Energy Research & Development Authority (NYSERDA), and the U.S. Green Building Council (USGBC) for a rare presentation from Mahesh Ramanujam, Pres

Filed under: Sustainable Communities and Developments

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building,AIA credits,USGBC,New York City,LEED Certification,Carbon Neutral Buildings

0 replies | 2288 views | Posted on: 01/09/2020 | Last updated: 01/09/2020

E+ Homes Open Wall High Performance Housing Tour, January 28, 1-3pm, Roxbury, Massachusetts

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

OPEN WALL TOUR 152 – 158 highland Street, Fort Hill Roxbury, Massachusetts Four Units of High Performance Housing Saturday, January 28th*, 11 am – 3 pm A behind the walls look at an innova…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Massachusetts,Boston,Affordable Green Housing,E Plus Homes,Roxbury,High Performance Homes,Open Walls Tour

0 replies | 1289 views | Posted on: 01/18/2017 | Last updated: 01/18/2017

BEEx Forum: Better Steam Heat- Upgrading Steam Heating (12/13 @ 9AM/31 Chambers St, NYC)

by aahassonjee

Join BEEx and the NYC Retrofit Accelerator for a presentation of steam heating system upgrades that fix under- and over-heating problems, quiet clanging pipes, and reduce operating and maintenance cos…

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: building energy exchange,steam

0 replies | 1172 views | Posted on: 11/28/2016 | Last updated: 11/28/2016

International Passive House Days Kickoff Party, November 11, 5-8 pm, Brooklyn

by aahassonjee

International Passive House Days Kickoff Party November 11, 5-8 pm, NYC Carroll Gardens Passive House 16 3rd Place, Brooklyn NY, New York, NY The 13th annual Passive House Days in New York, a …

Filed under: New York

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Passive House

0 replies | 1111 views | Posted on: 11/03/2016 | Last updated: 11/09/2016

Director of Administration, Center for Green Buildings and Cities, Harvard University

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Director of Administration, Center for Green Buildings and Cities Harvard University Cambridge, MA Admin - Facilities Management Posted: 10/14/2016 Type: Full Time School/Unit: Harvard Gradu…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 1786 views | Posted on: 10/17/2016 | Last updated: 10/17/2016

Green Building Job: Advancing Net Zero, Project Manager - World GBC - Toronto, London

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Project Manager, “Advancing Net Zero” World Green Building Council Apply by October 15, 2016 The Project Manager will lead the day-­to-­day activities of WorldGBC’s newest global project.…

Filed under: Green Building Jobs

Keywords: Netzero,Green Building Jobs,Green Jobs

0 replies | 1888 views | Posted on: 09/15/2016 | Last updated: 09/15/2016

Net-Zero Homes in Massachusetts - Sustainability Forum Lunch Seminar, 9/7, 11:30 am - 1pm, Beverly, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Full Title: Net-Zero Homes; Yes they Can Work in Massachusetts Speaker: Donald E. Bowen, Jr. PLS, Principal, Meridian Associates, Inc. September 7, 11:30 am - 1 pm 100 Cummings Center, Suite 221-…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 841 views | Posted on: 09/01/2016 | Last updated: 09/01/2016

Women: Promoting Clean Energy & The Renewable Energy Revolution

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

According to the the UN’s Industrial Development Organization, approximately 1.3 billion people worldwide lack access to basic energy, for cooking, lighting and powering homes. The organization also…

 

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