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Introduction to the Living Building Challenge 4.0, October 16, West Hartford, CT

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

Event will hold an in-depth introduction to the philosophy and components of the Living Building Challenge and certification program of the International Living Future Institute. To be certified

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Consulting,Architects ,Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Connecticut Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,Living Building Challenge,USGBC,Connecticut,USGBC CT

0 replies | 1132 views | Posted on: 09/27/2019 | Last updated: 09/27/2019

Intro to EcoDistricts, USGBC Missouri, November 12, Missouri (Exact Location TBD)

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

Within the world of green rating systems, LEED provides a model for building-level sustainability, for single-entity controlled community developments, for campuses, and for cities, but it does not ha

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

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

Missouri Green Building

Keywords: USGBC,Green Building Certifications,Missouri

0 replies | 1151 views | Posted on: 10/14/2019 | Last updated: 10/15/2019

The Greenbuilding Brasil International Conference and Expo, November 25, São Paulo, Brasil

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

The Greenbuilding Brasil International Conference and Expo exposes attendees to a strong multidisciplinary conference with the presence of leaders in the construction market. There

Filed under: Builders/Contractors

Brasil Green Building

Keywords: Green Building,USGBC,Brasil,International

0 replies | 1518 views | Posted on: 10/20/2019 | Last updated: 10/20/2019

Women in Green Building Leadership Luncheon, December 4, Chicago, Illinois

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

Join regional leaders for an inspiring and energizing morning that celebrates women who are leading change in their industry and community. During this robust panel discussion, we will

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Training and Development Programs, Workshops

Illinois Green Building Group

Keywords: USGBC,Leadership,Women in Green Building,Illinois

0 replies | 1542 views | Posted on: 10/20/2019 | Last updated: 10/22/2019

WEBINAR: Getting LEED Specific: Buildings are for People - Design Strategies for Human Engagement, December 10, 12:00PM CST

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

In this one-hour course, the participant will explore design strategies that encourage beneficial occupant behavior. Consider the impacts occupant behavior changes can have on a building over its life

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

Related to: Other,Architects ,Builders/Contractors

Keywords: Certification,LEED,Webinar,USGBC

0 replies | 3064 views | Posted on: 10/21/2019 | Last updated: 10/21/2019

WEBINAR: Understanding Water Credits in LEED, November 1

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

LEED v4 addresses water holistically, taking into account indoor use, outdoor use, specialized uses and metering. It measures all sources of water related to a building, including cooling towers, appl

WEBINAR: December First Friday Webinar (USGBC) Materials Transparency & LEED, December 6, 12:15pm EST

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

This dive into the complexity of the three Building Product Disclosure and Optimization credits in LEED version 4 BD+C and ID+C provides the rationale for why product choices are so important, and the

Filed under: Certifications/Labels and Transparency

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

Keywords: Certification,Webinar,USGBC,LEED V4

0 replies | 2234 views | Posted on: 11/01/2019 | Last updated: 11/30/2020

WEBINAR, USGBC December LEED v4 Online Discussion Forum: What's New? Updates from Greenbuild 2019, 12/19, 12 - 1pm

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

These monthly virtual meetings focus on those aspects of LEED v4 that have changed the most to help project teams achieve certification under the new rating system. Led by LEED subject matter experts,

Filed under: Webinars

Green Building Advocacy

Keywords: LEED,Webinar,USGBC

0 replies | 2123 views | Posted on: 11/01/2019 | Last updated: 04/30/2020

Building Resilience: Resilient Water Systems, December 3, Los Angeles, CA

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

Access to clean drinking water is a fundamental human right. California’s water system faces a variety of challenges, from drought to an aging water infrastructure, to changes in precipitation.

USGBC-LA Resilience Capacity Building Workshop: Ventura, December 6, Camarillo, CA

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

USGBC-LA, in partnership with SoCal Edison, is hosting a series of interactive workshops to help organizations develop their own roadmap for resilience.

These workshop-style trainings, based on the

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Builders/Contractors ,Education

California Green Building

Keywords: Social Equity,USGBC,Public Health

0 replies | 959 views | Posted on: 11/14/2019 | Last updated: 11/14/2019

USGBC-LA's 15th Annual Green Gala, December 11, Los Angeles CA

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

This year's theme is driven by the most important value of our industry: community

Filed under: Industry Organizations and Associations

Related to: Other

California Green Building

Keywords: USGBC,Annual Gala

0 replies | 1242 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

Workshop: ADU (Accessory Dwelling Unit) Accelerator, December 12, Rohnert Park, CA

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

Due to recent changes in State Legislation, Californians can look to Accessory Dwelling Units (“ADUs”) as a way to create lasting investments for their families while building attractive,

Filed under: Modular Homes

Related to: Modular Homes,Education

California Green Building

Keywords: USGBC,ADUs

0 replies | 942 views | Posted on: 11/16/2019 | Last updated: 11/16/2019

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 | 1692 views | Posted on: 11/18/2019 | Last updated: 11/18/2019

USGBC Maryland Wintergreen Leadership Awards Celebration, January 22, Halethorpe, MD

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

The USGBC Maryland Wintergreen Leadership Awards Program brings together the best in the business for an evening of networking and commendations for those at the forefront of the Maryland green buildi

Filed under: Events

Related to: Other,Other Green Building - Other

Keywords: USGBC,Green Building Awards,Leadership

0 replies | 1160 views | Posted on: 12/04/2019 | Last updated: 12/04/2019

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 | 1492 views | Posted on: 01/09/2020 | Last updated: 01/09/2020

WEBINAR: April First Friday Webinar: LEED Residential - The Evolution Towards Higher Performing Homes, April 3, 12:15 PM EDT

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

This session presents information and case studies on LEED in the residential market.

Missed Greenbuild Chicago 2018? Tune in for an exclusive look at the best sessions. This session presents infor

Filed under: Education

Related to: Other,Certifications/Labels and Transparency ,Whole Building Labeling/Transparency,Standards

Keywords: Webinar,USGBC,LEED V4

0 replies | 1668 views | Posted on: 03/15/2020 | Last updated: 03/17/2020

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 | 1483 views | Posted on: 04/26/2020 | Last updated: 04/26/2020

USGBC Virtual Town Hall Executive Meeting: Hosted by USGBC Florida, Monday, May 11 9-11 am

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

A lot has changed over the past few weeks that is impacting our daily lives, but one thing has not: sustainability and resiliency are still at the core of building healthy, efficient and equitable bui

Filed under: LEED (USGBC)

Related to: Other

Florida Green Building Group

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,USGBC Florida

0 replies | 882 views | Posted on: 04/30/2020 | Last updated: 04/30/2020

Webinar: USGBC NCR: A Net Zero Retrofit Idea Exchange, May 8, 1pm

by samanthaklein // Intern

Explore the opportunities and challenges of the American Geophysical Union Headquarters, landmark net-zero energy retrofit.

The U.S. Green Building Council National Capital Region (USGBC-NCR) is wo

Filed under: Energy

Keywords: Energy,Netzero,USGBC,Retrofit

0 replies | 950 views | Posted on: 05/01/2020 | Last updated: 05/01/2020

USGBC Equity Summit, Online, May 28 - 29

by USGBC - United States Green Building Council

Better buildings mean better lives for all.

USGBC’s vision means putting people first. In this inaugural summit, we will convene and listen to USGBC members, sustainability advocates, key social

Related to: Other

Keywords: Green Building,Social Equity,USGBC,Equity

0 replies | 1177 views | Posted on: 05/21/2020 | Last updated: 11/30/2020

Webinar: Green Schools Roundtable: Where Do We Go From Here? July 23, 2pm EDT

by samanthaklein // Intern

2019-2020 was a school year like we've never seen before. As we watch infection rates seesaw and try to anticipate what reopening schools might look like in the Fall, this webinar intends to 

Filed under: Green Schools

Related to: Other

Keywords: USGBC,Green Schools,Covid-19

0 replies | 531 views | Posted on: 06/23/2020 | Last updated: 06/23/2020

Webinar EP Career Campfire: Community Sustainability & Service Learning, July 30, 4-5:15pm

by AbbieKnight

Everyone deserves healthy, efficient, resilient places to live, work, learn, pray, and play. USGBC’s Advance campaign was developed to increase access to green building knowledge, expertise and

Filed under: Webinars

Emerging Green Professionals

Keywords: Emerging Professionals,USGBC,USGBC Emerging Professionals,Advance Campaign,Service Learning

0 replies | 1044 views | Posted on: 06/29/2020 | Last updated: 06/30/2020

USGBC Northern California Webinar: LEED Committee - Learn from Pacific Region Experts, July 28, 12 pm PST

by samanthaklein // Intern

LEED Committees are composed of expert volunteers from across the country who guide the evolution of LEED. LEED committee volunteers help develop, implement, and revise the LEED rating systems, ensuri

Filed under: Webinars

California Green Building

Keywords: LEED,USGBC,Community

0 replies | 661 views | Posted on: 07/11/2020 | Last updated: 07/11/2020

FREE USGBC-MO Webinar: 2020 September First Friday Webinar: LEED for Existing Buildings, September 4, 11:15 CST

by samanthaklein // Intern

The newest update to the LEED rating systems, LEED v4.1, is a bigger, bolder and stronger rating system that includes an outcome-based approach to LEED certification. Learn how projects around the wor

Filed under: LEED (USGBC)

Keywords: Green Building,LEED,USGBC

0 replies | 897 views | Posted on: 08/13/2020 | Last updated: 08/13/2020

GoGreen Seattle, Virtual Conference: Creating a Low Carbon, Prosperous, Equitable Economy, September 8, Seattle, WA

by samanthaklein // Intern

The GoGreen Conference Seattle, taking place on Sept. 8, 2020, empowers business decision makers with sustainability strategies, tools and connections to create positive change within their organ

Filed under: Other - Green Building Events

Keywords: Seattle,USGBC,Conference

0 replies | 725 views | Posted on: 08/13/2020 | Last updated: 08/14/2020