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GBU Coffee Chat: Leveraging the GESA Program at the School District of Philadelphia for Improved Learning Environments & Energy Efficiency

Zoom

The School District of Philadelphia effectively utilized the GESA Program to improve learning environments by implementing Energy Performance Contracting. The district prepared students for the future while promoting equity across schools through extensive building upgrades, including improvements in Indoor Air Quality and lighting optimization. The presentation will delve into the strategies employed, highlighting their impact […]

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Embodied Carbon: Alternatives to Construction Today

ATAS International, Inc. or Virtual 6612 Snowdrift Road, Allentown, PA, United States

★2 AIA LUs, 4 Phius CEUs for in-person and virtual attendees; 3 GBCI CEs approved for in-person participants only. Explore alternative construction materials & methods to reduce carbon emissions in the built environment. . Join GBU's Lehigh Valley Community for an insightful event on Embodied Carbon– exactly what it means and its impact on sustainable development […]

Be Local, Tree Local: Manufacturing Wood Products in Fairmount Park

3850 W Ford Road, Philadelphia, PA 19131 3850 W Ford Road, Philadelphia, PA, United States

★ Approved for 1 AIA LU, 1 LA CES PDH, and 1.5 GBCI CE hours Through a unique partnership between Philadelphia Parks & Recreation, Cambium Carbon, and PowerCorps, a new mill in Fairmount Park’s Organic Recycling Center will turn Philadelphia’s fallen and removed trees into valuable lumber products that can be sold to generate income […]

ULI Philadelphia: Urban Resilience Forum 2024

Center for DesignPhiladelphia 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

★3 AIA LUs (HSW), 3 AICP Credits, and 3 LA CES PDHs approved. Click here to purchase your ticket on ULI Philadelphia's website! Join AIA Philadelphia, Green Building United, Preservation Alliance, and ULI Philadelphia for the second annual Philadelphia Urban Resilience Forum. This year’s forum will explore strategies and case studies for property owners and communities to mitigate climate […]

GBU Coffee Chat: Sensory Accessibility – How NeuroInclusive Design Processes Can Inform Sustainable Building Choices

Zoom

★1 AIA LU offered Making spaces accessible for people with sensory sensitivities—including highly sensitive and neurodivergent individuals—improves productivity, customer experience, inclusivity, health and learning outcomes. When designing sustainable developments, understanding the sensory aspects of those spaces makes a significant impact on their long-term usability. This discussion will explore the many different types of neurodivergence, debunk […]

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Lehigh Valley Community Happy Hour

Seven Sirens Brewing Company 327 Broadway, Bethlehem, PA, United States

Ready to mix, mingle, and sip on some craft brews? Join us for a GBU Lehigh Valley Community happy hour sponsored by The Stone House Group at Seven Sirens Brewing in Bethlehem, PA! Network with like-minded green building professionals, learn about GBU's mission and goals, and have a blast.  Don't miss this opportunity to connect […]

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GBU Coffee Chat: Green Banking 101 – What makes financing “green” and how can you access it

Zoom

★1 AIA LU approved The Inflation Reduction Act of 2022, a historic $369 billion investment in climate, has ignited a surge of interest in energy transition nationwide. To grasp its regional implications, Green Building United invites you to a virtual Coffee Chat with the Philadelphia Green Capital Corp. on October 25th to explore the pivotal […]

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2024 Greenbuild International Conference & Expo

Philadelphia Convention Center 1101 Arch St, Philadelphia, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Greenbuild 2024: Built to Scale This year's Greenbuild International Conference & Expo is taking place November 12-15 at the Philadelphia Convention Center! The theme for this year's conference is "Built to Scale," and spotlights the green building community's commitment to wholesale market transformation, bringing proven solutions and strategies to global communities. Green Building United is […]

Out in Climate x Greenbuild Happy Hour

The Sheward Partnership Offices 2300 Chestnut St., Philadelphia, PA, United States

​Join us for an exciting evening of networking, celebration, and community at the crossroads of sustainability and inclusivity! We're bringing together LGBTQ+ professionals and allies in climate, coinciding with the Greenbuild conference, where thousands of sustainable real estate leaders will already be gathered. ​Whether you're attending Greenbuild or simply passionate about building a more inclusive, […]

Building Connections: Greenbuild 2024 Happy Hour

Center for DesignPhiladelphia 1218 Arch Street, Philadelphia, PA, United States

Will you be at Greenbuild 2024? Join us for happy hour! Come take a break with us after the Greenbuild sessions on Thursday! Enjoy complimentary appetizers, wine, and beer—including gluten-free, vegan, and vegetarian options. This happy hour is the perfect opportunity to relax, exchange ideas, and connect with others in the green building space. Feel […]

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GBU Coffee Chat: Building Electrification Without Increasing Electricity Use!

Zoom

★1 AIA LU approved Explore how Very High Efficiency (VHE) HVAC, a proven systems-based approach to building electrification, can help reduce energy consumption while eliminating on-site fossil fuel use. Validated by Pacific Northwest National Laboratories and operational in over 20 buildings, VHE HVAC offers an average of 70% HVAC energy savings, 20%-40% demand reduction, and […]

Webinar: Unlocking Clean Energy Solutions

https://us02web.zoom.us/j/83195113434

Green Building United invites you to our Unlocking Clean Energy Solutions Webinar. Join us for a dynamic hour as we share key findings and exciting future plans from our Regional Hub Discovery Process, designed to open new doors for local contractors in sustainable building and energy innovation.  This webinar will showcase insights from our contractor […]

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