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FREE Webinar: Transforming Built Infrastructure to Support Net Zero, March 11, 9 am EST / 1pm BST

by samanthaklein // Intern

As part of the N8 Research Partnership’s ambitious Net Zero North agenda, we invite you to join experts from the N8 universities, House by Urban Splash, Northern Housing Consortium and

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Filed under: Government Agencies and Initiatives

UK Green Building

Keywords: Sustainable Infrastructure,Carbon,Net zero,built environment

0 replies | 1616 views | Posted on: 02/20/2021 | Last updated: 02/21/2021

Southeast Building Conference, July 19-20, Orlando, Florida

by samanthaklein // Intern

The Southeast Building Conference (SEBC) represents a business-building opportunity for companies that want to reach the huge home building market in the South. The 2023 Southeast Building Confer

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Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Green Building Education,Social Networking,Sustainable Florida,building industry

0 replies | 2304 views | Posted on: 06/18/2023 | Last updated: 06/21/2023

Energy Storage Finance & Investing Summit, June 21 - 23, Phoenix, Arizona

by Hani // Social media manager

Today’s Best Thinking About Maximizing the Value of the New IRA Incentives for Storage Projects

In structuring and financing energy storage, everything has changed. The enactment of the

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0 replies | 909 views | Posted on: 06/05/2023 | Last updated: 06/05/2023

Crushing the Code NYS: Commercial, Urban Green Council, Online, June 13

by lc // Associate, Education O&D at Urban Green Council

Crushing the Code New York State: Commercial is an online course that prepares building and design professionals in New York State to comply with the many requirements in the 2020 ECCCNYS an

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Filed under: Continuing Education Programs

New York Green Building Group

0 replies | 1567 views | Posted on: 05/18/2023 | Last updated: 05/22/2023

Free Webinar: The Future of Healthier and More Sustainable Buildings: Decoding the Technology and Services, May 9, 2 pm ET

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The emphasis on the need for healthier buildings has been consistent from health experts, building industry organizations and governments in recent years. Building owners and organizations worldwide &

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0 replies | 1417 views | Posted on: 04/28/2023 | Last updated: 04/28/2023

USGBC Florida: LEED Green Associate Training in Tampa, May 8, 9am-5pm EDT, Tampa, Florida

by Hani // Social media manager

Are you looking to make a difference in the world of sustainable design and construction? LEED Green Associates are equipped with the knowledge and skills necessary to promote and implement green buil

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Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 1234 views | Posted on: 04/13/2023 | Last updated: 04/13/2023

Schneider Electric's Home Energy Management Suite - Controlling Comfort, Resilience, and Energy Efficiency in One App

by Rate It Green Team


Green Builder Matt Hoots spoke to Will Shippee of Schneider Electric  at the International Builders Show (IBS) and got a look at Schneider Electric's impressive suite of home energy man
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Filed under: Energy Management

Keywords: Energy Management,Home Energy Management,Schneider Electric

0 replies | 4818 views | Posted on: 03/24/2023 | Last updated: 04/17/2023

Toolbox of Solutions: Decarbonization+ LEED Summit, Online, April 5-6, 1:30-5:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

With unprecedented calls to decarbonize energy supply, transportation, facilities, and supply chains, the opportunities and barriers are endless. Many organizations must transform their existing opera

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0 replies | 1847 views | Posted on: 03/02/2023 | Last updated: 03/03/2023

Free Webinar: Electrify Efficiently: Home Heat Pumps Done Right - A Case Study, March 21, 12-1:30 pm

by Hani // Social media manager

The Electrify My Home (EMH) in this ‘lunch-and-learn’ webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opport

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California Green Building

0 replies | 1466 views | Posted on: 02/17/2023 | Last updated: 02/19/2023

A Conversation about Makita USA's Outdoor Electric Power System

by Rate It Green Team


Green builder Matt Hoots of Sawhorse, Inc. recently met with Ed Sidoruk of Makita USA, who shared some helpful information about Makita’s outdoor power equipment line, which is also the wo

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Filed under: Landscaping and Land Management

Keywords: Electrification,Landscaping,Electric Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawn and Garden Equipment,Lawns,Electric Landscaping

0 replies | 8401 views | Posted on: 04/25/2021 | Last updated: 03/03/2022

Free Green Building Webinar: Post-Pandemic Sustainable Design for Restrooms, Locker Rooms, and Public Spaces, April 22, 12 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

In the wake of COVID-19, people expect more from the facilities they use daily. Public spaces, especially restrooms and locker rooms, must be clean, hygienic, and accessible for everyone to use. Empha

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Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Keywords: Sustainability,Public Health,restrooms,locker rooms,Covid-19

0 replies | 1315 views | Posted on: 04/10/2021 | Last updated: 04/10/2021

Online Workshop: Modern Slavery in Australia: How it Impacts Your Specifications, and How to Simplify Reporting, March 25, 6pm ACT

by Global GreenTag International Pty Ltd & Global GreenTag LLC (USA)

In this live workshop on Facebook, hosted by the GWA Group and Caroma, Global GreenTag’s Program Director and CEO David Baggs will be advising professionals to help manage product specifications

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Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Keywords: Australia,Supply Chain,Global GreenTag,Modern Slavery,Human Rights

0 replies | 1799 views | Posted on: 03/22/2021 | Last updated: 03/25/2022

Virtual Workshop: Radon-Resistant New Construction, April 13, 1 pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

The purpose of this course is to educate building professionals about radon measurement, radon-resistant measures in a new single-family home construction, as well as radon-mitigation measures in exis

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Filed under: Indoor Air Quality

Keywords: Construction,Green Homes,Energy Measurement,Radon

0 replies | 2592 views | Posted on: 03/11/2021 | Last updated: 03/11/2021

Central Florida Battle of the Buildings July 1st through December 31st

by Matt Z. // Student

Commercial building owners and managers across Central Florida are invited to participate in the Central Florida Battle of the Buildings! The Central Florida Battle of the Buildings is a voluntary,…

Filed under: Events

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: Energy Efficiency,Competition

0 replies | 1248 views | Posted on: 06/29/2017 | Last updated: 06/29/2017

Webinar: Passive House Design Build for Architecture Students, March 9, 6 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

This webinar will examine these issues of curriculum, pedagogy and student expectations through the example of a student designed passive house in Brookings, South Dakota that is part of a larger

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Filed under: Architects

Keywords: Architecture,Design,Student

0 replies | 2471 views | Posted on: 02/02/2021 | Last updated: 02/02/2021

Webinar: Architectural Vertical Opening Solutions Plus, February 24, 12 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

​​​​​Vertical Operating Systems Learning Objectives:

  1. Compare and contrast various types of vertical operating systems as well as identify the advantages and disadvantages of each to re
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Filed under: Interior Design

Keywords: Architecture,Design,Construction,GreenCE,Vertical Operating Systems

0 replies | 1702 views | Posted on: 01/20/2021 | Last updated: 01/26/2021

Webinar: EBC 15th Annual Construction and Demolition Materials Management, January 29, 8:30 am EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

The EBC 15th Annual Construction and Demolition (C&D) Materials Management Summit continues to be the primary industry forum that explores the state of the C&D industry in New England. C&D

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Filed under: Builders/Contractors

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Demolition,Materials,Green Construction

0 replies | 2238 views | Posted on: 12/29/2020 | Last updated: 12/29/2020

Webinar: Heat Pumps for Your Home, January 13, 1:30 pm EST

by samanthaklein // Intern

Feeling the cold recently? Well hopefully you've got your central heating turned up high, or perhaps you live in a super energy efficient home and don't need it on full...

In any case, you

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Filed under: Energy

UK Green Building

Keywords: Green Homes,Heating and cooling systems,Heat Pumps

0 replies | 1985 views | Posted on: 12/17/2020 | Last updated: 12/20/2020

Network at the Solar Decathlon - VivaGreenHomes Hosts a Tech, Sustainability & Real Estate Mixer, Friday Oct 6, 3-6 pm, Denver

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

VivaGreenHomes.com invites professionals from the 3 hottest industries, Tech + Sustainability + Real Estate, to network, promote and have fun! ViewHouse Ballpark Location. Close to Union Station R…

Filed under: Events

Colorado High Performance and Passive House Building Group

0 replies | 973 views | Posted on: 10/05/2017 | Last updated: 10/05/2017

Emerging Trends in the Built Environment, October 3, 4-7pm, Los Angeles

by Oyin

The Corporate Partners Program will kick off its 2017-2018 focus on sustainability in the built environment with an event at Gensler. Business leaders will discuss emerging trends, technologies and…

Filed under: Events

California Green Building

0 replies | 917 views | Posted on: 09/28/2017 | Last updated: 09/28/2017

The Rooftop Hop - September 30, Tour 5 Green Spaces in the Chattanooga Area!

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The 6th Annual Rooftop Hop is returning on Sept. 30th. Tour 5 Green Rooftops in one evening - Join green|spaces for this sell out event. Tickets include; Access to all 5 Rooftop Locations A…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1154 views | Posted on: 09/23/2017 | Last updated: 09/24/2017

Building Commissioning Seminar - Strategies for Health, Energy Efficiency & Comfort, 9/26 - Augusta, Maine

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

This program will provide a comprehensive introduction to the process of Building Commissioning, and its value in both new and existing buildings for healthy indoor air quality, energy efficiency, and…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1088 views | Posted on: 08/31/2017 | Last updated: 08/31/2017

What is a Passive House - An Introduction

by AbbieKnight

According to Wikipedia, the definition of a passive house is “is a rigorous, voluntary standard for energy efficiency in a building, reducing its ecological footprint. It results in ultra-low en

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Filed under: Passive House

Keywords: Passive House

0 replies | 15247 views | Posted on: 08/07/2017 | Last updated: 03/04/2025

Beyond Benchmarking: Capture Savings and Reduce Impact with Advanced Sustainability Management August 2nd 8:30-11am Washington, DC

by Matt Z. // Student

NOTE: This event is free for IREM and USGBC-NCR members Join the Institute of Real Estate Management (IREM), USGBC National Capital Region (USGBC-NCR), DC Sustainable Energy Utility (DCSEU) and th…

Filed under: Events

0 replies | 1162 views | Posted on: 07/21/2017 | Last updated: 07/21/2017

NECEC's Emerging Trends Series: State &Federal Perspectives on Energy Storage, July 27

by AbbieKnight

The Massachusetts Department of Energy Resources (DOER) is slated to release their 2020 storage procurement targets by mid-Summer. The State of Charge report put forth a suite of policy recommendation…

Filed under: Energy

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: Energy Storage

0 replies | 1937 views | Posted on: 07/10/2017 | Last updated: 07/10/2017

 

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