BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Built Environment Plus - ECPv6.18.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-WR-CALNAME:Built Environment Plus X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Built Environment Plus REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20260308T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20261101T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20270314T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20271107T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T120000 DTSTAMP:20261013T141933Z CREATED:20261008T134333Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T141933Z UID:49523-1793098800-1793102400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingAs buildings become increasingly electrified\, we need new strategies to meet the growing demand on the electric grid\, control costs and maintain reliable building operations. \nThis webinar will explore how grid-interactive strategies\, including demand management\, onsite generation\, and energy storage\, can be integrated into new construction to create buildings that are more resilient\, efficient\, and responsive to both grid and occupant needs. \nThrough a real-world case study of the Manchester Public Library\, you’ll learn how to:• Evaluate grid-interactive strategies and incorporate them into new construction.• Build the business case by considering  cost\, benefits\, resilience\, and energy affordability.• Identify and address implementation challenges\, including technical complexity and the need for early-stage planning and coordination.• Leverage available incentives and technical resources\, including the emerging Mass Save® Grid-Interactive Efficient Buildings offer. \nThis training is eligible for 1 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credit. \n This is a live\, online webinar led by Andrea French from Eversource. Christopher Till from Town of Manchester\, CT and Joe Bliss and Matthew McLean from B2Q Associates. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Andrea French has spent nearly two decades working in energy efficiency and sustainability\, with a career spanning green building practices\, strategic planning\, program management\, and organizational leadership. She spent more than eight years as Vice President and shareholder at Sustainable Comfort\, Inc.\, where she helped grow the company\, led its property management division\, and contributed to company strategy and organizational development. Andrea currently works at Eversource\, supporting Mass Save’s New Construction and Major Renovations programs and working with municipal clients across Massachusetts and commercial customers in Western Massachusetts. She is passionate about helping shape buildings of the future through energy efficiency and decarbonization. Andrea holds a B.A. in Journalism and Sociology from UMass Amherst and is a LEED Accredited Professional. She volunteers on the Development Committee for New England Women in Energy and the Environment (NEWIEE)\, is a mom of two\, and a proud slow runner. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Christopher Till\, PE\, is the Facilities Project Manager for the Town of Manchester\, Connecticut\, where he has overseen more than $250 million in public infrastructure improvements during his 18-year tenure. Chris has helped lead Manchester’s transition toward sustainable design\, including three Net Zero Energy schools and a new 75\,000-square-foot Net Zero Energy public library integrating geothermal\, solar PV\, battery energy storage\, and grid-interactive microgrid controls. Building on these projects\, Chris is advancing Manchester’s exploration of a Main Street Thermal Energy Network\, using the new library as a potential anchor for shared thermal infrastructure serving public and private properties. The initiative expands Manchester’s decarbonization efforts from individual high-performance buildings toward connected\, community-scale energy systems. Chris holds a Master of Science in Environmental and Water Resources Engineering from the University of Michigan and a Bachelor of Science in Civil Engineering from Tufts University. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Joe Bliss\, PE\, is a mechanical engineer with over 15 years of experience\, serving B2Q as both a senior project manager and as a design engineer. His specialties have been in energy efficient HVAC design\, decarbonization\, building automation system design\, and recommissioning. He has completed dozens of energy audits and energy efficiency studies and has also led several of the firm’s largest MEP design projects\, serving as both the project manager and lead engineer on these assignments. Joe was named the Energy Engineer of the Year in the Northeast US by the Association of Energy Engineers in 2024. Joe also brings over 10 years of public speaking experience\, presenting talks at events hosted by AEE\, NESEA\, Eversource\, and National Grid\, and serves as a guest lecturer at Northeastern University for SBSY-5500: Deep Energy Retrofits of Existing Buildings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Matthew McLean serves as B2Q Associates’ Electrical Team Lead\, bringing more than a decade of experience in the MEP industry since 2013. As the head of the electrical department\, he provides technical direction\, mentors junior engineers\, and drives innovative\, high-performance design solutions that support the firm’s growth. Matthew has led electrical design for a diverse portfolio with a strong emphasis on higher education facilities\, as well as complex electric service upgrades and decarbonization initiatives. Known for managing multiple fast-paced projects simultaneously\, he excels at developing creative\, forward-thinking approaches to electrical infrastructure and building electrification that meet both current needs and long-term sustainability goals. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Identify how demand management\, onsite generation\, energy storage\, and advanced controls can work together to improve building grid flexibility\, manage peak demand\, and support reliable electrification.2. Evaluate the technical\, economic\, and operational feasibility of incorporating grid-interactive strategies into new construction\, including their potential to improve resilience and energy affordability.3. Demonstrate how building-level grid flexibility can create value at the broader grid level and support scalable approaches to electrification.4. Explore how utility energy efficiency programs and other market actors can help address adoption barriers and advance the broader market integration of grid-interactive building strategies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing\n General Admission – $10BE+ Members – Free \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/grid-interactive-efficient-buildings-10-27/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/Grid-interactive-Efficient-Buildings-Main-Graphic-Web-use-2-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T160000 DTSTAMP:20260828T123322Z CREATED:20260826T211957Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260828T123322Z UID:48904-1793113200-1793116800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Leadership Accelerator Information Session for Applicants: Is This Program Right for You? DESCRIPTION:About the Program & Information Session\n \n \n \n \n \n Join BE+ for an information session to learn more about the free\, cohort-based professional development program for experienced and emerging AEC professionals with real-world project experience who are ready to deepen their technical expertise\, strengthen their leadership skills\, and advance high-performance\, low-carbon\, and clean-energy buildings. \n \n \n \n \n \n This session is intended for:• Architects• Designers• Engineers• Construction professionals• Sustainability/energy professionals • Municipal staff• Other experienced AEC professionals \nCome with questions! This is a great opportunity to get a more detailed understanding of the program and how you can support your professional development and deepen your industry impact. \n \n \n \n \n \n Session Agenda & Purpose:\n \n \n \n \n \n • Introduce AEC professionals to the BE+ Leadership Accelerator • Help potential applicants understand whether the program is a good fit • Provide a clear overview of the program experience\, application process\, and participant support \nThis is a live\, virtual office hour hosted by the Built Environment Plus Education Team. \n \n \n \n \n \n For Applicants:\n \n \n \n \n \n The BE+ Leadership Accelerator can help AEC industry professionals strengthen technical expertise\, prepare to take on more project responsibility\, move into leadership roles and more deeply integrate sustainability principles into their work. \nProgram participants can benefit from:• Upskilling in energy code compliance\, electrification\, healthy and responsible material selection\, and high-performance design and construction• Building capacity to confidently lead project teams and communicate across diverse stakeholder groups• Support with clear career development pathways • Connecting with a statewide network of sustainability-focused professionals \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Program Structure\n DurationApproximately 6 months \nFormatHybrid: live sessions + flexible online learning \nTime CommitmentApproximately 8-12 hours per month\, over 6 months \nCohort ModelSmall\, peer-based learning groups with opportunities for 1:1 coaching and live feedback on individual presentations. \nLearning ApproachTechnical training + leadership development + applied experience \nCostFree or highly subsidized based on individual’s learning plan \n \n \n \n \n \n What Participants Will Gain\n TECHNICAL EXPERTISE & PRACTICAL KNOWLEDGEBuild the knowledge you need to contribute to the next generation of high-performance buildings. \nTopics may include:• Building Science & Enclosures• Massachusetts Stretch & Specialized Energy Codes• Passive Building Principles• Embodied Carbon & Material Selection• Sustainable Design & Construction \nLEADERSHIP SKILLSTechnical knowledge is only part of the equation. Develop the skills needed to lead projects and teams through:• Communication\, Negotiation & Conflict Management• Cross-Disciplinary Collaboration• Project Management• Navigating Change & Stakeholder Management \nINDUSTRY-RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALSYour individual learning plan may include opportunities to pursue industry credentials aligned with your career goals. \nPotential pathways may include:• Passive House Associate• Passive House Trades• Passive House Builder or Consultant• LEED Green Associate or LEED AP• Green Professional (GPRO) Fundamentals\, Construction or Operations & Maintenance• Certified Energy Manager (CEM)• WELL AP• BEMP• CDP \nCredential pathways will be determined based on participant goals\, eligibility\, and individual learning plans. Additional costs may apply for advanced credentials. BE+ will subsidize up to a certain amount per individual participant for advanced credentials. \n \n \n \n \n \n Who Should Apply?\n The BE+ Leadership Accelerator is designed for AEC professionals with meaningful\, hands-on project experience in the built environment who are ready to deepen their technical expertise\, strengthen their leadership skills\, and increase their impact. Professionals at a range of career stages are encouraged to attend. \nExample professionals include:• Architects & Designers• Mechanical\, Electrical\, Civil & Energy Engineers• Construction Managers & Superintendents• Energy & Sustainability Consultants• Municipal Staff & Building Professionals• Other AEC Professionals interested in high-performance buildings and clean energy \nYou may be a strong fit if you:• Are ready to take on greater project or team leadership• Want to integrate sustainability and decarbonization into your daily work• Are interested in advancing within your firm or the broader AEC industry• Want to deepen your technical knowledge of high-performance buildings• Are working on or interested in housing\, high-performance\, low-carbon\, net-zero\, or community-scale projects• Are passionate about moving the industry forward• Have meaningful experience working on real-world building or infrastructure projects• Can draw on real challenges real challenges and questions from your work• Are interested in strengthening your ability to lead projects\, teams\, clients or organizational change \nWe are looking for people with the drive to make a difference: on projects\, within their companies\, and with their clients. Participants may be at different stages of their careers. Rather than requiring a specific number of years in the industry\, we are looking for professionals who have developed enough real-world project experience to bring practical questions\, challenges\, and perspectives into a collaborative learning environment. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leadership-accelerator-information-session-for-applicants-is-this-program-right-for-you-10-27/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,Leadership Accelerator ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/Leadership-Accelerator-Graphic-16x9-Web-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T133000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261029T163000 DTSTAMP:20261007T211119Z CREATED:20260828T190013Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T211119Z UID:49063-1793280600-1793291400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED® v5 Green Associate Exam Prep (3-Part Course) DESCRIPTION:3-Part Course on October 29th\, November 5th\, and November 12th each at 1:30pm-4:30pm\n \n \n \n \n \n About the TrainingAre you planning to earn your LEED Green Associate professional credential? Join this training to kickstart or enhance your study process. The curriculum is designed to cover the segments of the Green Associate v5 Exam and to lightly cover the AP specialty exams. It will be a fast-paced class for real estate professionals\, architects\, engineers\, and anyone else interested in green building practices and LEED. The majority of attendees have little previous knowledge of the LEED v5 rating system\, green building operations and green building construction. Free or discounted study materials available! See pricing tiers for more details. \nIn April 2025\, the U.S. Green Building Council launched LEED v5\, the newest LEED standard. The Green Associate professional credentialing exam is now aligned with the new LEED v5 standard. Take the exam prep now to be prepared for the new LEED v5 standard! \nThis training is eligible for 8 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, online training led by multiple instructors from The Green Engineer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Understand LEED Green Associate exam structure.2. Clarify green building fundamentals.3. Describe LEED Process\, Sustainable Thinking\, and Core Concepts.4. Define steps to LEED certification \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing Tiers\n Choose the ticket tier that best fits your needs:• General Admission – $700• Student – $350• Local Government or Nonprofit – $350• Building Owner/Operator – $350 \nFree & Discounted Study Materials – Please consider before registering:Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-ons for $120 per person\, including flash cards and practice exams to help you prepare for the LEED v5 exam\, available for all ticket tiers. Please select this option when registering. SPECIAL OFFER: First 5 registrants may use code FREETESTMATERIALS to redeem FREE study materials when selecting their Add-On Ticket Type.  \nPlease reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to request discount codes for:• 5 or more attendees who register together• Trainees who register for both the Green Associate & BD+C exam prep trainings \nAll ticket tiers are eligible for Express Grant funding. Please note that the Express Grant does not cover Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-on or the exam fee itself. \nQuestions about eligibility\, ticket tiers\, bulk registration\, or combining Green Associate and BD+C exam prep? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 8th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-16436Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $700 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of Employees If you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \nPlease note that the Express Grant does not cover Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-on or the exam fee itself. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n BE+ is committed to making our events as accessible as possible. If you have a disability or accessibility need and require accommodation to participate\, please email education@builtenvironmentplus.org and our team will follow up with you. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests\, though we may not be able to meet every need. Advance notice is appreciated and may be necessary to arrange certain accommodations. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-v5-green-associate-exam-prep-10-29/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,LEED v5 in Practice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/LEEDGAExamPrep.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T173000 DTSTAMP:20260928T133716Z CREATED:20260928T133701Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T133716Z UID:49388-1793466000-1793467800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Consultant (CPHC) Training DESCRIPTION:This training is composed of two phases: 50-60 hours of self-guided content to be completed ahead of attending 8\, 3-hour live\, instructor-led sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registrants will receive access to self-guided content on November 2nd\, 2026. With this access\, registrants will also be able to select a live\, instructor-led training from a list of upcoming sessions scheduled by Phius. See Upcoming Live Sessions below for session options. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThis training is intended for Architects and Engineers. CPHCs learn to design to the Phius Certification climate-specific building standard. Projects earning Phius certifications (Phius CORE\, Phius ZERO and Phius REVIVE) follow RESNET QA/QC protocols and achieve excellent HERS scores\, US Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home status\, and adhere to EPA indoor airPLUS requirements. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrollment and Training Structure\n Registration for this training occurs on a monthly basis. On the first business day following the registration deadline\, registrants will receive instructions via email to gain access to self-guided content and select a live\, instructor-led session. Access to self-guided materials cannot be shared ahead of the registration deadline. \nPhius recommends choosing a live session start date that is at least 3-5 months after starting self-guided material. See Upcoming Live Sessions below. \nSelf-GuidedThe self-guided content consists of multiple text-based and graphic lessons that participants will work through at their own pace. Expected completion of the self-guided materials is estimated as 40-60 hours\, largely depending on the trainee’s knowledge of building science\, passive building principles\, Phius certification\, and high performance enclosures and mechanical systems. Registrants will have access to the self-guided training materials for 12 months from the time of registration through Phius. Registrants should complete the self-guided materials before attending their instructor-led sessions. \nOnline ExamRegistrants will be enrolled in the Online Exam when they register for training\, which is 1 of the 2 required exams for CPHC® certification. The online exam can be taken at a time of your choosing\, but must be completed within the 12 month window\, and must be completed in one sitting. The Online Exam focuses on the knowledge and content presented in the self-guided lessons\, and Phius recommends (but does not require) completing the Online Exam before starting instructor-led sessions. Additional information about the exam can be found on the Phius training site. \nInstructor-led Training:The second phase of the training focuses on design exercises applying passive building principles that are completed as a class and in small groups\, as well as WUFI Passive software training. Registrants will receive a WUFI Passive license approximately 2 weeks before their instructor-led sessions begin\, and will have an additional 2 hours of self-guided software training to complete before the instructor-led sessions. The instructor-led sessions consist of 24 hours of instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. \nDesign Exam:Registrants will be enrolled in the Design Exam that opens at the end of their instructor-led sessions. The exam is due 4 weeks after it opens\, and typically takes 20-25 hours to complete. \nTrainee support:As part of the program\, Phius offers regularly scheduled virtual “Office Hours” sessions for participants to attend and ask questions of Phius instructors to support their learning. Please check the Phius training site for dates\, times\, and Zoom links. Additionally\, Phius will host an introductory meeting roughly 2 weeks prior to the start of instructor-led sessions to allow networking\, program questions\, and provide limited technical assistance for the WUFI Passive software. \n \n \n \n \n \n Upcoming Live Sessions\n Live\, instructor-led sessions are scheduled by Phius and are subject to change. All sessions are held live-online unless otherwise noted. Please refer to the Phius website* for current upcoming live training dates. \n*This page is included here for the purpose of referencing live session dates only. Trainees leveraging Express Grant funding must return to this page and register through BE+ to be eligible for reimbursement.  \nPhius strongly recommends choosing a live session that begins at least 3 months after starting self-guided content. Trainees will have the ability to begin self-paced content and select a live session on the day following the BE+ monthly enrollment deadline. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Learn the principles of passive building design: heat transfer\, air-tightness\, thermal bridge free detailing\, super-insulation\, high-efficiency ventilation\, moisture control. \n2. Perform passive house verification using WUFI® Passive\, the next-generation dynamic modeling tool developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IBP and Owens Corning. \n3. Perform energy modeling by completing an entire project including energy balancing (static and dynamic). \n4. Implement high performance building science principles and passive house techniques in residential\, commercial\, and retrofit scenarios across all North American climate zones. \n5. Study built examples—including mechanical systems—for each North American climate zone. \n6. Learn about suitable materials and components available in local U.S. and Canadian markets\, and details for passive house applications according to climate. \n7. Learn the best air tightness strategies\, thermal bridge free detailing\, and how to evaluate your design in THERM. \n8. Learn how to assure quality and performance for your client from the design process through construction using Phius Certification and QA/QC. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Phius is an AIA National\, International\, and Distance CES Provider.Self-Guided: Earn 50 LU/HSW unitsInstructor-led Training: Earn 24 LU/HSW units \nPhius CPHC Training is approved by GBCIEarn 32 CEU \nContinuing education credits are available from the Building Performance InstituteEarn 37.13 CE credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n The instructor-led training focuses on energy modeling using WUFI Passive Software. Trainees will have access to a free\, limited license for use during the class and for 8 weeks following course completion. WUFI Passive requires Windows OS. If you use a Mac\, you must have a working copy of Windows installed. Mac users need to purchase and install VMWare Fusion\, Bootcamp\, or Parallels\, along with a Windows operating system. VMWare Fusion is recommended. Participants will need their own copy of SketchUp for the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 10th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse provider: Built Environment PlusCourse ID#: C-2542Course cost: $2\,250 per trainee**There is a $150 exam fee\, which is not covered under the Express Grant. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of EmployeesIf you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-consultant-cphc-training-2026-10-31/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/09/Phius-Certified-Consultant-CPHC-Training.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T170000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261031T173000 DTSTAMP:20260928T192044Z CREATED:20260928T134159Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260928T192044Z UID:49398-1793466000-1793467800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Builder (CPHB) Training DESCRIPTION:This training is composed of 10-15 hours of self-guided content to be completed ahead of attending 6\, 4-hour live online sessions.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Registrants will receive access to self-guided content on November 2nd\, 2026. With this access\, registrants will also be able to select a live online training from a list of upcoming sessions scheduled by Phius. See Upcoming Live Sessions below for session options. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThe Phius Certified Builder Certification is for tradespeople and construction professionals with superintendents\, supervisors\, foremen\, and project managers with field experience in construction and/or high performance building. This training prepares professionals to understand passive building techniques — airtight enclosures\, high-performance window installation\, passive design strategies\, field quality assurance\, and site management. For a project pursuing Phius Certification\, these professionals ensure the building is built and operating to the plans and specifications. They are responsible for ensuring air-sealing and thermal bridge mitigation. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Enrollment and Training Structure\n Registration for this training occurs on a monthly basis. On the first business day following the registration deadline\, registrants will receive instructions via email to gain access to self-guided content and select a live online session. Access to self-guided materials cannot be shared ahead of the registration deadline. \nSelf-Guided / Part 110-15 hours of self-paced online learning modules. There will also be a mandatory meeting roughly 4 weeks ahead of the first live session. Further details regarding this meeting will be communicated to registrants by Phius. This meeting will be recorded and available for anyone who registers after the meeting. \nCompletion of the self-paced modules is required before the instructor-led sessions begin. This content focuses on the building science\, passive building principles\, and physics that are the foundation for Phius certification. Also covered is the Phius certification process and requirements\, as well as quality management and quality control to ensure that construction stays on budget and on schedule. \nPart 2Live instruction delivered in 6\, 4-hour sessions over 2 weeks. Trained instructors will guide participants through on the job scenarios and application of the principles taught in the self-guided content\, while also reviewing and building upon that knowledge. These sessions are highly interactive and depend on participant involvement. See Upcoming Live Sessions below for session options. \nProfessional exam: Starts after live instruction\, 4 weeks to complete \n \n \n \n \n \n Upcoming Live Sessions\n Live sessions are scheduled by Phius and are subject to change. All sessions are held live online unless otherwise noted. Please refer to the Phius website* for current upcoming live training dates. \n*This page is included here for the purpose of referencing live session dates only. Trainees leveraging Express Grant funding must return to this page and register through BE+ to be eligible for reimbursement. \nThere is approximately 10-15 hours of self-paced content to complete ahead of live training. Trainees will have the ability to select a live session and begin self-paced content on the day following the BE+ monthly enrollment deadline. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 10th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse provider: Built Environment PlusCourse ID#: C-4262Course cost: $2\,250 per trainee**There is a $150 exam fee\, which is not covered under the Express Grant. \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of EmployeesIf you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. Please note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-builder-cphb-training-2026-10-31/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhiusCertifiedBuilderTraining.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T170000 DTSTAMP:20261007T190529Z CREATED:20260910T183220Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T190529Z UID:49222-1793808000-1793811600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) Building Tour DESCRIPTION:Join BE+ for an in-person building tour of the Enterprise Research Campus (ERC) in Allston\, MA\, a mixed-use innovation district transforming a formerly underutilized site into a connected campus for research\, housing\, hospitality\, retail\, and public space. \nLed by Tishman Speyer and Breakthrough Properties in partnership with the Harvard Allston Land Company (HALC)\, the first phase of the campus brings together One Milestone\, a two-building laboratory and office complex; Verra Apartments; The Atlas Hotel; the David Rubenstein Treehouse Conference Center at Harvard University\, plus 40\,000 square feet of retail and restaurant space and more than two acres of publicly accessible open space. \nDuring this guided tour\, the project team will share how sustainability strategies were integrated across buildings and at the campus scale\, from embodied and operational carbon reduction to healthier materials\, water management\, climate resilience and occupant well-being. \n \n \n \n \n \n Highlights of the Tour\n \n \n \n \n \n The tour will include stops at and discussion of the following campus buildings and spaces:• David Rubenstein Treehouse – Harvard’s first University-wide conference center and a model for sustainable design. Learn about its mass timber structure\, low carbon concrete\, all-electric systems\, rooftop solar array\, water management strategies\, healthier materials\, and indoor air quality strategies.The project is pursuing the Living Building Challenge Core and Materials Petal certifications.• Allstonway – explore the campus’ publicly accessible open spaces and pedestrian connections\, and learn how landscape design and green infrastructure\, plus stormwater retention\, infiltration and rainwater reuse contribute to climate resilience and a community-oriented public realm.• One Milestone – a two-building laboratory and office complex with high-performance building systems\, energy efficiency\, water management\, and low-carbon materials integrated into a research-focused environment. \nPlease note: this is an active project/campus environment. Participants should wear comfortable shoes and be prepared for walking in variable conditions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Registration\n \n \n \n \n \n Space for the building tour is limited to 60 participants. Registration for the tour is separate from registration for the Green Building Showcase\, which begins at 5pm at the David Rubenstein Treehouse. \n \n \n \n \n \n CEU Information\n \n \n \n \n \n This training is eligible for 1 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credit. \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n Interested in joining the full Green Building Showcase? Register for the main event here.  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/enterprise-research-campus-erc-building-tour-11-4/ LOCATION:Enterprise Research Campus\, 100 Western Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02134 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/09/Building-Tour-Graphic-GBS26-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T160000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261104T213000 DTSTAMP:20260710T145635Z CREATED:20260710T145633Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260710T145635Z UID:48052-1793808000-1793827800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:BE+ Green Building Showcase 2026 DESCRIPTION:The BE+ 2026 Green Building Showcase Awards Program & Celebration.\nYour Community. Your Projects. Your Showcase.\nJoin the Built Environment Plus community for the annual Green Building Showcase\, a celebration of innovative projects and achievements in greening the built environment. Connect with industry professionals\, explore project displays\, and recognize outstanding work shaping a more sustainable future. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Visit the GBS26 Webpage URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/be-green-building-showcase-2026/ LOCATION:David Rubenstein Treehouse at Harvard University\, 20 Western Ave\, Boston\, MA\, 02134 CATEGORIES:Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/07/GBS-Main-Page-top-graphic-3-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261109T170000 DTSTAMP:20261013T171428Z CREATED:20261008T201218Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T171428Z UID:49648-1794225600-1794243600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:METr Single Family DESCRIPTION:Two 5-Hour Sessions on November 9th and 10th from 12:00 – 5:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n About the TrainingThis ~10 hour course provides an overview of how to use the METr software to support Phius certification compliance for single family buildings. Beginning with the Phius CORE 2027 protocol\, all Phius certified projects will require either a METr energy model or a Prescriptive Path checklist. This training introduces the skills\, workflow\, and methodology needed to model a project using METr\, understand its role in Phius certification\, and quickly produce accurate and useful energy performance information. Previous experience with WUFI Passive or METr is not required. \nTrainees may be eligible to earn 10 Phius Continuing Education Units. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Phius instructors. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. \n \n \n \n \n \n Topics\n • Basics of installation\, orientation\, and navigation of METr• Construction of opaque and transparent building assemblies within METr• Import of climate data and generation of climate-specific targets within METr• Construction\, importing\, and editing of 3D geometries within SketchUp and METr• Input of thermal bridges\, internal loads\, and ventilation schedules into METr• Input of active ventilation\, space conditioning\, domestic hot water\, and renewable energy system parameters into METr• Generating METr reports \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 19th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-16589 Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $750 \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of Employees If you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \nPlease note that the Express Grant does not cover the exam fee itself. \n \n \n \n \n \n Photo Credit: Phius\, Randall Road Residence URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/metr-single-family-11-9/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/METr-Single-Family-full-graphic-web-use-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T130000 DTSTAMP:20261015T172936Z CREATED:20260828T133148Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T172936Z UID:49025-1794312000-1794315600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Carbon & Energy Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Topic: The Cost of the Stretch Code \nThis roundtable will bring together industry experts to share perspectives and real-world experience with the cost of Stretch Code compliance. The discussion will explore projects where early coordination and thoughtful design have helped minimize or avoid added costs\, as well as projects where enhanced requirements have resulted in higher construction costs. Panelists will share lessons learned\, cost drivers\, and practical strategies for balancing compliance\,  performance\, and budgets. \nJoin the virtual BE+ Carbon and Energy Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to carbon and energy in buildings. \nReach out to carbonenergy@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n*Rescheduled from November 3rd \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/carbon-energy-roundtable-11-10/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Carbon & Energy,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/09/CarbonEnergyRoundtable.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261110T170000 DTSTAMP:20261014T180035Z CREATED:20261014T152309Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T180035Z UID:49663-1794322800-1794330000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Life Cycle Assessment & Environmental Product Declarations DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingIn this course for building industry professionals\, you will learn the promise and pitfalls of LCA and EPDs\, understand the categories of impact included in the Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) process\, and examine the boundaries of those processes – what is included and what is not part of the process. The session will compare LCA categories with the Common Materials Framework defined by mindfulMaterials and consider the history of political debate that surrounds LCA of building materials with added focus on impacts that lie outside of the LCA process. \nThis training is eligible for 2 AIA LU / HSW continuing education credits. \n This is a live\, online training led by Jim Newman with Linnean Solutions. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jim Newman\, LEED AP O+M\, is Founder and Principal at Linnean Solutions\, where he focuses on community based resilience\, material health\, and building performance. Jim’s experience includes Living Building Challenge consulting\, LCA and embodied carbon accounting\, as well as soil carbon accounting and community-driven processes. He helped found the Massachusetts Chapter of the USGBC and held the position of Chair of the Board of the Chapter for two years. Previously\, Jim worked as the Director of Strategy at BuildingGreen. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Understand where Life Cycle Assessment fits into the building design process.2. See what areas of impact are included (and not included) in LCA.3. Compare the mindfulMaterials Common Materials Framework with LCA categories.4. Practice discerning the relative importance of different impact categories on the design process. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 20th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-13609Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of Employees If you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \nPlease note that the Express Grant does not cover Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-on or the exam fee itself. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t see a financial assistance option that meets your needs? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to learn more about leveraging the opportunities available to you. Bulk discounts are available for 5 or more attendees at once. \nBE+ is committed to providing accessible events. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate\, please indicate in your registration and we will reach out to you. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/life-cycle-assessment-environmental-product-declarations-11-10/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Life-Cycle-Assessment-Environmental-Product-Declarations-Graphic-Updated_1.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T150000 DTSTAMP:20261015T161052Z CREATED:20261015T161049Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T161052Z UID:49802-1794484800-1794495600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Building Energy Planning for Large Multifamily and Condos DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingMaking building upgrades\, such as sealing air leaks or swapping windows\, can reduce operating costs\, save energy\, add asset value\, and improve occupant comfort. However\, knowing where to start\, who to call\, and how to pay for upgrades can feel overwhelming. \nJoin neighboring large multifamily owners and condo board members in discovering the roadmap to building upgrades and why it is rewarding to start a performance plan today. Learn how others financed upgrades\, found easy “wins” to save money\, and built a plan to be one step ahead of their building’s needs. Consult industry experts for advice on planning\, accessing Mass Save incentives\, and finding the right professional. Leave with the next steps to craft your own performance plan. \nHosted by MassEnergize\, plugIN for Resilience\, Building Electrification Accelerator\, and Built Environment Plus. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing\n AEC Professional – $25Building Owner/Operator\, Government & Non-Profit Employee – FreeStudent – $10 \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/building-energy-planning-for-large-multifamily-and-condos-11-12/ LOCATION:Large Hearing Room\, Wayland Town Building\, 41 Cochituate Rd\, Wayland\, MA\, 01778 CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Community ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Wayland-Exchange-Event-Web-Use-16x9-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T173000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261112T190000 DTSTAMP:20261013T184429Z CREATED:20261013T182451Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T184429Z UID:49746-1794504600-1794510000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Emerging Professionals Roundtable\n Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Location: Resonant Energy (109 Kingston St Fl 2\, Boston\, MA 02111) \nJoin the BE+ Emerging Professionals Community for our next roundtable! Network with other emerging professionals\, learn about upcoming Built Environment Plus events\, and expand your knowledge across the building industry. Registration is free for BE+ Members and Emerging Professionals. \n \n \n Register here URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emerging-professionals-roundtable-11-12/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/05/EmergingProfessionalsRoundtableGraphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261113T130000 DTSTAMP:20261014T005455Z CREATED:20260914T140352Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T005455Z UID:49270-1794571200-1794574800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Topic: Health and Wellness Wrapped. Share with your Peers!\nWhat’s something inspiring you learned this year about health and wellness? It could be an article\, a book\, a project\, or a takeaway from Greenbuild. Sign up to share it at our virtual H+W Roundtable on Friday\, November 13\, from 12–1 pm. Not interested in presenting? Join us to hear what your peers are excited about and engage in the discussion. We’re looking forward to a lively conversation and hope to see you there! \nThe link for signing up to share what you’ve learned this year is here. \nJoin the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings. \nReach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/health-wellness-roundtable-11-13/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/05/HWRoundtable.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T130000 DTSTAMP:20261015T184640Z CREATED:20261002T195850Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261015T184640Z UID:49501-1794916800-1794920400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Unlocking Energy Savings: Mass Save Existing Building Commissioning DESCRIPTION:About the Training \nDoes your building need a “tune up?” Commercial buildings rarely operate at peak performance over time. Changes in occupancy\, operating schedules\, and equipment performance can increase energy consumption and create comfort issues. The Existing Building Commissioning (EBCx) Offer from the Sponsors of Mass Save Offer can help you identify and correct these inefficiencies\, optimizing existing building systems and delivering low-cost\, measurable energy savings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Join this webinar to learn how the EBCx Offer from the Sponsors of Mass Save Offer can help you reduce energy use\, improve occupant comfort\, enhance equipment reliability\, and support your long- term building performance goals. We’ll provide an overview of the EBCx process\, eligibility requirements\, available incentives\, and the role of Qualified Service Providers (QSPs) in identifying and implementing operational improvements. We’ll also help youunderstand which types of buildings make strong candidates for EBCx\, and what types of improvements are typically uncovered through commissioning\, such as building controls optimization\, sensor calibration\, and equipment repairs. \nThis webinar is designed for commercial building owners and operators seeking to reduce operating costs\, comply with emerging building performance standards\, or advance sustainability and decarbonization goals. Consultants\, commissioning providers\, municipalities\, and other building stakeholders will also benefit from a clearer understanding of how EBCx projects are funded and delivered through Mass Save. \nThis is a live\, online webinar led by Jennifer Marrapese\, Program Manager at Resource Innovations. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Jennifer Marrapese joined Resource Innovations in December 2025 as Program Manager for the EBCx Offer from the Sponsors of Mass Save\, which focuses on helping businesses and municipalities optimize their buildings’ performance through low-cost “tune ups.” She brings more than 15 years of experience in energy efficiency\, having served most recently as Senior Director\, Programs and Strategy for Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships (NEEP)\, and before that as Executive Director of Northeast Sustainable Energy Association (NESEA). Jennifer graduated from the University of Wisconsin\, Madison with a bachelor’s degree in journalism and received a master’s degree in organizational development and management from Fielding University. She holds a Juris Doctor from University of California\, and currently serves on the board of CET (Center for EcoTechnology). \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to: \n1. Understand how Existing Building Commissioning can help make your building more efficient and more comfortable.2. Determine whether your building is likely to qualify for EBCx incentives to offset study and implementation costs.3. Describe the major phases of an EBCx project\, from qualification and investigation through implementation\, verification and customer handoff.4. Learn about the range of potential savings associated with EBCx projects for different building types. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n The Building Performance Exchange is a statewide resource for people and organizations seeking to enhance building performance and reduce carbon pollution in larger existing buildings. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/unlocking-energy-savings-mass-save-existing-building-commissioning-11-17/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Building Performance Exchange,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/10/Mass-Save-EBCx-full-graphic-web-use-1-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261118T130000 DTSTAMP:20261014T005356Z CREATED:20260828T135643Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261014T005356Z UID:49035-1795003200-1795006800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Women in Green Roundtable DESCRIPTION:The BE+ Women in Green Roundtable is a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to collaborate as Women in the industry.\nTopic: Healthy Landscapes\, Healthy Interiors: A Triple-Lens Approach to Women’s Wellness\nHow do the environments where we live\, work\, and play impact female physiology and well-being? Join the Women in Green community for an interactive virtual roundtable exploring the profound\, often overlooked relationship between our surroundings and women’s health. \nBased on our panelists’ research \, this discussion brings together three distinct vantage points—interior architecture\, urban landscape design\, and clinical medicine—to examine how intentional design can support or hinder women’s wellness . Rather than looking at design in a vacuum\, our speakers will connect the dots between foundational research on gender-inclusive interiors\, frameworks for creating inviting and safe public urban landscapes\, and real-world medical insights on how environmental stressors manifest in clinical health outcomes. \nTogether\, we will explore what it truly means to design equitable\, health-centric spaces from the inside out. Whether you are an architect\, engineer\, urban planner\, sustainability advocate\, or health enthusiast\, this holistic conversation will reframe how you look at the built environment. \nBring your questions\, ideas\, and perspectives—we look forward to seeing you there! \nReach out to womeningreen@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/women-in-green-roundtable-11-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Roundtable,Women in Green ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/06/WomeninGreenRoundtableGraphic.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T110000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261119T130000 DTSTAMP:20260917T163146Z CREATED:20260430T132624Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T163146Z UID:47056-1795086000-1795093200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Passive Building in Practice: Design DESCRIPTION:About the TrainingPassive Building in Practice: Design is a core course for practitioners looking to deepen their expertise on high-performance projects. While many firms are pursuing Passive House\, they may not need their entire staff to hold professional certifications. This course bridges that gap by focusing on the architect’s responsibility as the central coordinator of a Passive House project\, helping you understand how to avoid common mistakes and drive cost-effective solutions.  \nThe curriculum illustrates how early design decisions–such as building form–directly impact mechanical requirements and project viability. Participants navigate an integrated design process where architectural\, engineering\, and construction workflows co-evolve to meet Passive House standards.   \nKey topics include designing for airtightness\, cost optimization\, energy budgets\, and complex building transitions. We also examine the architect’s vital role in delivering buildable construction documents and managing construction-phase quality control. This training provides a framework for navigating the specific architectural challenges of a successful Passive House delivery.  \nThis webinar is eligible for 2 AIA LU / HSW\, 1 Phius and 2 PHI continuing education credits. \nThis is a live\, virtual training led by Beth Campbell with Passive House Massachusetts. A zoom link will be provided after registration. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Beth Campbell\, CPHB\, CPHT\, is the Education Program Director at Passive House Massachusetts with over 20 years of hands-on experience in residential passive building construction. Beth’s background as a high performance builder and project manager gives her a uniquely grounded understanding of real-world project challenges. She has a proven track record of delivering innovative net-zero and passive single-family and “missing middle” residential projects\, and previously focused on improving panelized construction methods at Unity Homes/Bensonwood in New England. As a Phius Certified Builder course Instructor\, a PHI Certified Tradesperson\, and Chair of Passive House Rhode Island\, Beth is deeply committed to empowering emerging high performance professionals by sharing practical\, field-tested strategies to navigate challenges and achieve successful passive buildings. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Define the architect’s specific responsibilities as the central coordinator within the integrated design\, engineering\, and construction workflows required to meet Passive House performance standards.2. Evaluate the systemic impact of early-stage design decisions\, such as building massing\, on a project’s energy budget\, mechanical system requirements\, and overall cost optimization.3. Identify strategies for maintaining control-layer continuity across complex architectural transitions and high-risk building penetrations\, including podiums\, shafts\, and utility interfaces.4. Analyze the shifts in documentation and construction-phase oversight necessary to ensure that certification targets and prescriptive specifications are accurately translated from the drawing set to the field. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: October 29th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-15027Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation and Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given. \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n Don’t see a financial assistance option that meets your needs? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to learn more about leveraging the opportunities available to you. Bulk discounts are available for 5 or more attendees at once. \nBE+ is committed to providing accessible events. If you have a disability and require accommodation in order to fully participate\, please indicate in your registration and we will reach out to you. Advance notice is necessary to arrange for some accessibility needs. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/passive-building-in-practice-design-11-19/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/04/Passive-Building-in-Practice_-Design-without-PHMA-logo-Final-1-scaled.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T120000 DTSTAMP:20261005T195434Z CREATED:20260828T184407Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261005T195434Z UID:49051-1796115600-1796126400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:LEED® v5 Building Design & Construction Exam Prep (3 Part Course) DESCRIPTION:3-Part Course on December 1st\, 3rd\, and 8th each at 9:00am-12:00pm\n \n \n \n \n \n About the TrainingAre you planning to earn your LEED AP Building Design & Construction professional credential? Join this training to kickstart or enhance your study process for the new LEED v5. With this LEED AP Building Design and Construction training\, you will learn the requirements and calculations required for all LEED credit categories. You’ll learn and practice the three exam areas – Recognition\, Application\, and Analysis\, as well as be able to identify the key components of the LEED BD+C Rating System. Upon completion of the class you will be eligible to sit for the LEED BD+C exam at a local testing center. Free or discounted study materials available! See pricing tiers for more details.  \nIn April 2025\, the U.S. Green Building Council launched LEED v5\, the newest LEED standard. The BD+C professional credentialing exam is now aligned with the new LEED v5 standard. Take the exam prep now to be prepared for the new LEED v5 standard! \n This is a live\, online training led by multiple instructors from The Green Engineer. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Identify the intent\, requirements\, and strategies for success with LEED v5 credits in the Building Design and Construction rating systems.2. Identify synergies between credits\, both within and between credit categories.3. Plan for key considerations and requirements for LEED v5 documentation.4. Recognize how rating system structure and credit requirements improve project team experience.5. Recognize how credit requirements lead to higher performing buildings and market transformation.6. Understand new LEED v5 prerequisites and credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Pricing Tiers\n Choose the ticket tier that best fits your needs:• General Admission – $700 • Student – $350 • Local Government or Nonprofit – $350• Building Owner/Operator – $350  \nFree & Discounted Study Materials – Please consider before registering:Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-ons for $120 per person\, including flash cards and practice exams to help you prepare for the LEED v5 exam\, available for all ticket tiers. Please select this option when registering. SPECIAL OFFER: First 5 registrants may use code FREETESTMATERIALS to redeem FREE study materials when selecting their Add-On Ticket Type.  \nPlease reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org to request discount codes for:• 5 or more attendees who register together • Trainees who register for both the Green Associate & BD+C exam prep trainings  \nAll ticket tiers are eligible for Express Grant funding. Please note that the Express Grant does not cover Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-on or the exam fee itself. \nQuestions about eligibility\, ticket tiers\, bulk registration\, or combining Green Associate and BD+C exam prep? Reach out to education@builtenvironmentplus.org. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 10th\, 2026\n The Express Grant is designed to help businesses respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding.You could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-16437Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $700 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant Eligibility \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. The following documentation is required to apply: \nSigned Form W-9Certificate of Good Standing (COGS) from the Massachusetts Department of Revenue\, dated within 6 months from the date of application submissionCertificate of Compliance from the Massachusetts Department of Unemployment Assistance (DUA) that is not expired on the date of application submission \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRegistering on Behalf of Employees If you are applying for Express funding and registering on behalf of employees at your organization\, please check “as Company” on the checkout page to receive a copy of the receipt. \n*Review the BE+ Workforce Training Grant webpage for additional eligibility requirements and other updates made by the Commonwealth Corporation. \nPlease note that the Express Grant does not cover Optional Exam Prep Resource Add-on or the exam fee itself. \n \n \n \n \n \n Cancellation & Rescheduling Policy\n Full refunds are available only if written notice is provided 7 days prior to course start date. There will be no refund if less than one week’s notice is given.  \nPlease note: Full refunds will be issued less the standard processing fee. In general\, rescheduling is always preferred over refunds. Registration transfers are only allowed for rescheduling to a future training and cannot be transferred between individuals. \n \n \n \n \n \n BE+ is committed to making our events as accessible as possible. If you have a disability or accessibility need and require accommodation to participate\, please email education@builtenvironmentplus.org and our team will follow up with you. We will make every reasonable effort to accommodate requests\, though we may not be able to meet every need. Advance notice is appreciated and may be necessary to arrange certain accommodations. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/leed-building-design-construction-12-1/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses,LEED v5 in Practice ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2025/06/LEEDBDC_TGE_AntonGrassi-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261202T160000 DTSTAMP:20261013T180858Z CREATED:20261013T180823Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261013T180858Z UID:49257-1796223600-1796227200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance DESCRIPTION:Topic: Use Cases in Electrification\nJoin the BE+ Decarbonize Existing Buildings Alliance hosted monthly virtual roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to decarbonizing existing buildings. \nReach out to communications@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/decarbonize-existing-buildings-alliance-12-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:D.E.B Alliance,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/webp:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2026/08/DEBA-Graphic-RPM-USGBC-Sensible-Web-use-Updated-08.31.26-scaled.webp END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261203T100000 DTSTAMP:20261007T190613Z CREATED:20261007T190610Z LAST-MODIFIED:20261007T190613Z UID:49624-1796288400-1796292000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Living Future Roundtable DESCRIPTION:Join the virtual BE+ Living Future Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss topics and issues related to International Living Future Institute (ILFI) programs. \nTopic: TBD\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Register here\n \n \n \n \n \n Reach out to livingfuture@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/living-future-roundtable-12-3/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Community,Living Future,Living Future Collaborative,Roundtable ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/01/LivingFutureRoundtable@150x.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR