WMEAC Green Drinks
Every month people who work in the environmental field meet up at informal sessions known as Green Drinks. We have a lively mixture of people from NGOs, academia, government and business. Come along and you’ll be made welcome. Just say, “are you green?” and we will look after you and introduce you to whoever is…
GVSU Sustainable Agriculture Project – place-based sculpture exhibit
The Sustainable Agriculture Project is a physical place, and a scientific station, where students can go to research plants, the environment, human-environmental interaction, systems thinking, and community. It is also a laboratory in that it is a space where students can get their hands dirty while learning quantitative and critical thinking skills relating to soil, water, plant life,…
GVSU Sustainable Agriculture Project – volunteering and more
The Sustainable Agriculture Project is a physical place, and a scientific station, where students can go to research plants, the environment, human-environmental interaction, systems thinking, and community. It is also a laboratory in that it is a space where students can get their hands dirty while learning quantitative and critical thinking skills relating to soil, water, plant life,…
Annual IMPACT Conference, USGBC Detroit Region
Saint Paul RiverCentre 175 Kellogg Blvd W Saint Paul, MN 55102April 30, 2024 – May 1, 2024 9:00 AM-5:00 PM Where the Midwest green building community unites The annual IMPACT Conference is the leading event for sustainable development in the Midwest. Drawing hundreds of building professionals, the conference convenes our industry to transform the market and address pressing issues. IMPACT 2024 will focus on solutions…
2024 Michigan Energy Summit, SAVE THE DATE!
JW Marriott 235 Louis St NW, Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesSave the Date! On May 8, 2024 we will be celebrating 10 years of the Michigan Battle of the Buildings competition! The Michigan Energy Summit is an involved conference where we hear from industry experts, learn about latest technologies and innovations, meet energy professionals who are able to provide guidance and expertise, and hear from…
CAAP Engagement Event – Commercial and Industrial Buildings
Grand Rapids Chamber, 250 Monroe Ave NW #150, Grand Rapids, MI 49503Do you design, develop, own, manage, or operate a commercial or industrial building in the city of Grand Rapids? E.H.Zero’s Commercial Climate Advisory Team (C-CAT), in partnership with the City of Grand Rapids, the Grand Rapids 2030 District, the Community Collaboration on Climate Change, and the Sustainable Business Forum, invites you to identify and prioritize…
Changes to Michigan Energy Code for Commercial Buildings – E3M Solutions
Wave Room in Celebration Cinema NorthPlease join Grand Rapids 2030 District member company E3M Solutions at their event, Changes to Michigan Energy Code for Commercial Buildings, where they will share information about the State of Michigan energy code changes for commercial building construction. The event will be Wednesday, June. 19 from 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. at the Wave Room…
ENERGY STAR® NextGen™ Webinar
Description: Similar to appliances, buildings can earn ENERGY STAR certification indicating high performance and energy efficiency. Certified buildings save energy and money, and generate fewer greenhouse gas emissions than typical buildings. In order to reach the Biden Administrations goal of achieving net-zero emissions economy wide, the EPA is introducing a new level of certification: ENERGY…
USGBC National – Workforce Development in Green Building Summit
OnlineJoin us at the head of the charge to shape the future of green workforce development. IIn six sessions over three days, we’ll discuss strategies for green job growth that prioritize equity, health and quality of life. The first day will focus on policy, partnerships and funding; the second will explore next wave opportunities through USGBC tools; and…
Mayors’ Grand River Cleanup – Grand Rapids 2030 District Team
KROC Center Campus 2500 S. Division Ave., Grand Rapids, MI, United StatesJoin the Grand Rapids 2030 District's team as we clean up Plaster Creek near Brookside Elementary on Madison and Alger as a part of the Mayor's Grand River Cleanup! When: Friday, September 13, 2024 Where: Meet at KROC Center Campus Grand Rapids, 2500 S. Division Ave., Grand Rapids, MI 49507 Time: 2:00pm - 5:30pm We…
USGBC National – LEED Green Associate Bootcamp
Set yourself apart by earning your LEED Green Associate, a foundational credential signifying core competency in green building design, construction and operations. Our Bootcamp will prepare you to take your LEED Green Associate. This blended learning training cohort includes live weekly webinars, on-demand recordings, exam registration, and – for those attending Greenbuild 2024 – offers access to…
USGBC National – Greenbuild 2024: Built to Scale
PhiladelphiaThe education agenda for Greenbuild 2024, "Built to Scale," is now available to explore. From Nov. 12 to 15, join the green building community in Philadelphia for unparalleled opportunities to learn, connect and innovate. With more than 100 education sessions on all the most critical topics in the industry, Greenbuild allows participants to earn up…