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2019 Metro KC Climate Action Coalition Summit, September 14, 8:30am-5:30pm, Overland Park, KS

by Gina Pryciak // Student

Join the Metro KC Climate Action Coalition September 14 for the first-ever Metro KC Climate Action Summit

Internationally recognized speakers to highlight emerging trends in climate change and

Filed under: Climate Change

Keywords: Climate Change,Climate Action

0 replies | 1155 views | Posted on: 08/07/2019 | Last updated: 08/07/2019

Manual J Load Calculation Training, Online, July 9-10, 9 am -1 pm ET

by Mansi // Social Media Manager

During this two-day course, students will dive into Manual J calculation standards for HVAC sizing and energy code compliance. Students will not only learn how to use the CoolCalc Manual J calculation

Georgia on My Mind - Green Building, Sustainable Products and Building Practices

0 replies | 101 views | Posted on: 06/19/2025 | Last updated: 06/22/2025

Green California Schools and Higher Education Summit

by Jonathan // Sustainability Coordinator

The Green California Schools and Higher Education Summit is California's leading event focused on sustainability in the education sector. This one-day conference brings together educators, adminis

(Postponed) Industry Forum from the Energy Efficiency Alliance, April 3, Philadelphia, PA

by mkilmartin // Intern

***  POSTPONED ***

To safeguard the health of our network and surrounding communities, the Energy Efficiency Alliance has begun the process of rescheduling this event.  

Filed under: Energy

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

0 replies | 1318 views | Posted on: 02/02/2020 | Last updated: 03/17/2020

Energy Design Conference & Expo February 25-26, Duluth, MN

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

Join for the 30th anniversary of northern Minnesota’s Energy Design Conference & Expo! With an opening keynote from someone in the business, an expanded electric vehicle display, a

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Designers,Energy Management,Electrical

Keywords: Energy,Design,Minnesota

0 replies | 1492 views | Posted on: 01/22/2020 | Last updated: 01/22/2020

REEBA Lunch with the Leaders of the Energy & Technology Committees, January 21, Hartford, CT

by mkilmartin // Intern

REEBA will host the leaders of the Energy & Technology Committee on Tuesday, January 21st from 11:00am to 1:00pm for a discussion about potential energy legislation and policies for the upcoming l

Filed under: Events

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Congressional Leaders,Lunch

0 replies | 1156 views | Posted on: 12/31/2019 | Last updated: 12/31/2019

LEED AP BD+C Exam-Prep Workshop (In Person & Online), December 13, Orlando, FL

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

This advanced LEED course provides students with an in-depth knowledge of the LEED BD+C Rating System, with a focus on new construction and major renovations building projects. Participants will learn

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Education ,Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: LEED Exam Prep,USGBC Florida

0 replies | 1554 views | Posted on: 12/06/2019 | Last updated: 12/06/2019

USGBC-LA's Women in Green Committee Bi-Annual Breakfast, January 23, Los Angeles, CA

by mkilmartin // Intern

Save the date! USGBC-LA's Women in Green Committee Bi-Annual Breakfast!

Filed under: Advocacy

California Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,USGBC,California,Women in Green

0 replies | 1932 views | Posted on: 11/18/2019 | Last updated: 11/18/2019

The 2019 Fall WasteWise Forum, Wednesday November 13, UMass Dartmouth, Dartmouth, MA

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

UMass Dartmouth will host the 2019 Fall WasteWise Forum on Wednesday November 13, 8:30AM – 12:00PM. The WasteWise Forum is a joint program run by RecyclingWorks in Massa

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 745 views | Posted on: 11/05/2019 | Last updated: 11/06/2019

WISE Holiday Party, December 17, New York, NY

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

Women in Sustainability and Energy (WISE) showcases inspirational women leaders who are accelerating the sustainability and energy efficiency of our buildings and our cities. This  series brings

Filed under: Energy

Related to: Energy Management

New York Green Building Group

Keywords: Sustainable Energy,Women in Energy,New York City,Celebration

0 replies | 1640 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/21/2019

IAQ and Energy 2019, October 31-November 1, Portland, ME

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

Come to Portland to attend IAQ & ENERGY 2019 in-person, to join hundreds of professionals who are looking for cutting-edge information for healthy, energy-efficient indoor environments w

Filed under: Health and Air Quality

Related to: Indoor Air Quality,Energy Management

Keywords: Cleantech,Energy Efficiency,Indoor Air Quality,Portland Maine

0 replies | 1109 views | Posted on: 10/10/2019 | Last updated: 10/10/2019

Healthy Spaces for All, October 16, Pittsburgh, PA

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

To conclude Green Building Alliance's series on Social Equity and Health, you can explore the challenges that some populations – namely K-12 schools and low-income househ

Filed under: Education

Related to: Education ,Advocacy,Other

Pennsylvania Sustainability Group

Keywords: Pennsylvania,USGBC,healthy living,Low Income,Green Building Alliance

0 replies | 1222 views | Posted on: 09/27/2019 | Last updated: 10/04/2019

The Wellness Aspects of Green Buildings, USGBC FL, October 1

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Join USGBC Florida for this very special and timely presentation -- The Wellness Aspects of Green Building. 

IS HEALTHY THE NEW GREEN?

Truth be told, it always has been. Human hea

Florida Green Building Group

0 replies | 860 views | Posted on: 09/17/2019 | Last updated: 09/17/2019

New Organic Solar Technology to Power Global Network of Objects

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

It is hard to believe that one day technology and objects are going to be linked together through an ‘internet of things.’ That’s right an interconnected global network will help operate devices…

Filed under: Energy

0 replies | 1002 views | Posted on: 12/03/2015 | Last updated: 12/04/2015

USGBC Maryland and NCR Net Zero Schools Hard Hat Tour: September 11, 2019 Baltimore, MD

by AidanAnthony // Intern

Visit two Zero Net Energy (ZNE) Schools currently under construction in Baltimore City. Graceland Park/O’Donnell Heights ES/MS and Holabird ES/MS are both designed to be zero net energy with the

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

0 replies | 862 views | Posted on: 07/24/2019 | Last updated: 07/26/2019

San Diego Green Building Conference and Expo - September 16, 2016

by alicia2390 // Admin

San Diego Green Building Conference and Expo September 16,2016 7:30 AM - 5 PM SDG&E Energy Innovation Center 4760 Clairemont Mesa Blvd San Diego, CA 92117 5th Annual San Diego Green Buil…

Filed under: California

California Green Building

0 replies | 858 views | Posted on: 08/09/2016 | Last updated: 08/09/2016

July 27th: Presentation: High Performance Doors & Hardware USGBC CO

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

Join USGBC Colorado on Wednesday, July 27 for a presentation on door openings and energy efficient options. They'll explore the new and innovative technology of intelligent keys and cylinders, plus sm…

AUGUST 2nd: Insectary Plants Field Day at Michigan State University

by EmmamHowe // Marketing/Green Policy Development

MSU entomologists have been testing Michigan native and other plants for valuable pest control and pollination services to farms and gardens and want to share their results with you at the Supporting …

ENERGYBAR! Thursday, July 7th, 5:30-8:30 PM at Greentown Labs - Somerville MA

by Higgins_James // Student

EnergyBar is a networking event brought to you by Greentown Labs, that helps people the the green tech and green building industry to meet and discuss emerging energy technologies. Business owners…

Massachusetts Green Builders

0 replies | 624 views | Posted on: 07/06/2016 | Last updated: 07/06/2016

Webinar: The Future of the Suburban City, Thursday, Apr 28, 2016 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM ED

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

The Future of the Suburban City Thursday, Apr 28, 2016 1:15 PM - 2:15 PM EDT Places that grew up based on the automobile and the single-family home need to dramatically change and evolve. But subu…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Security and Sustainability Forum

0 replies | 616 views | Posted on: 04/26/2016 | Last updated: 04/26/2016

Social Equity in the Built Environment - Monday April 4, 5:30-7:30 pm, USGBMA - Boston

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Social Equity in the Built Environment - USGBC Massachusetts Monday, 4/4, 5:30 - 7:30pm 50 Milk St, 15th floor, "Aristotle" room, Boston, MA Social Equity has long been conceptualized as the thi…

Equity and Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Social Equity

0 replies | 979 views | Posted on: 03/21/2016 | Last updated: 03/21/2016

Buildings for Climate Change Solutions - March 16, 9 am - 3 pm. Presented by RIEEA and USGBC Rhode Island

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Buildings for Climate Change Solutions - March 16, 9 am - 3 pm Join the Rhode Island Environmental Education Association and the United States Green Building Council of Rhode Island for a hands-on …

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Rhode Island Green Building

Keywords: USGBC RI,RIEEA

0 replies | 978 views | Posted on: 03/02/2016 | Last updated: 03/02/2016

LEDs will be the Lighting Standard of the Future

by NSchepis // Student at Bridgewater State

LED bulbs are the future of lighting. The Department of Energy has brought forth a rule that lead to the phase-out of CFLs. The new rule which has been on the table for over a decade will use the curr…

Filed under: Lighting

0 replies | 886 views | Posted on: 02/13/2016 | Last updated: 02/13/2016

(NESEA Building Energy Session) Hacking LEED: v4 Innovation and Performance Tuesday, March 8 10 am - 1 pm

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Hacking LEED: v4 Innovation and Performance Tuesday, March 8, 2016 - 10:00am to 1:00pm Presenters: Jim Newman Grey Lee Erik Ruoff How will green building practitioners use the updated and m…

Filed under: Massachusetts

Massachusetts Green Builders

Keywords: USGBC MA,Building Energy

0 replies | 762 views | Posted on: 01/26/2016 | Last updated: 01/26/2016

Introduction to LEED for Homes – Free CE Webinar - 1/27 at 12 noon EST

by Allison Friedman // Rate It Green Admin

Introduction to LEED for Homes – Free CE Webinar January 27 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm EST Presenter: Brett Little, LEED APH, LFA, GHP LEED for Homes is a residential green building certification th…

Filed under: Webinars

Keywords: Green Building,LEED

0 replies | 1164 views | Posted on: 01/25/2016 | Last updated: 01/25/2016

 

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