Join BE+ Emerging Professionals for a tour of the sustainability and wellness features of the under-construction Winthrop Center Tower! The Winthrop Center Tower is making history in Boston as the largest Passive House office building in the world in addition to achieving LEED Platinum and WELL Core Gold certifications. Developed by Millennium Partners, the Winthrop […]
About the Class The Introduction to Passive House Trades will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics, review typical construction types, windows and installation, air barriers and insulation and new, innovative PH products. It is crucial when working on Passive House buildings to properly install components, understand how to correctly implement design details and […]
The Sustainable SITES Initiative is the most comprehensive system for creating sustainable and resilient land development projects. Land is a crucial component of the built environment and can be planned, designed, developed and maintained to protect and enhance the benefits we derive from healthy functioning landscapes. Participants will learn how to create ecologically resiliency that […]
The BE+ 2022 Green Building Showcase Awards Program & Celebration. Your Community. Your Projects. Your Showcase. var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: '401437399067', iframeContainerId: 'eventbrite-widget-container-401437399067', // Optional iframeContainerHeight: 425, // Widget height in pixels. Defaults to a minimum of 425px if not provided onOrderComplete: exampleCallback // Method […]
An overview of acoustic principles and ways in which sustainable design can be applied to acoustics to extend green design concepts. Acoustics is a critical component in providing a comfortable listening environment for users and is recognized by several building rating systems for sustainability and health including LEED, WELL, Fitwel, and Passive House. We will […]
Core Green Building Certification℠ (Core) is a simple framework that outlines the 10 best practice achievements that a building must obtain to be considered a green or sustainable building. Core puts the connection to nature, equity and the need for a building to be loved on even footing with the more typical water, energy and […]
Join the 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. Reach out to carbonenergy@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: '166193710863', iframeContainerId: 'eventbrite-widget-container-166193710863', // […]
You've heard of a book club, but get ready for...a podcast club! Listen to curated podcasts, then join this discussion. This event is for anyone interested in podcasts, environmental justice and social equity! In tune with the Thanksgiving season, we chose this episode to remind us of the relationship that Indigenous peoples have with […]
Making “Cents” of Incentives: Using Revamped MassSave Incentives and IRA Tax Credits to Meet Ambitious Climate Goals Are you unsure about how Inflation Reduction Act renewable, electrification, and efficiency tax credits will impact your community's building and renovation projects? Do you have the feeling that Mass Save offerings have evolved but haven't heard about their new […]
This year’s annual “BIG WIG” networking breakfast is back in-person! OUR BIGGEST WOMEN IN GREEN EVENT OF THE YEAR! var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: '465793108727', iframeContainerId: 'eventbrite-widget-container-465793108727', // Optional iframeContainerHeight: 425, // Widget height in pixels. Defaults to a minimum of 425px if not provided onOrderComplete: […]
Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable, a venue for architects, designers, construction managers, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings. Reach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: '148775933823', iframeContainerId: 'eventbrite-widget-container-148775933823', // Optional iframeContainerHeight: 500, […]
About the Class Passive House goals and methodology change the way architects and builders think and work, making the architectural design itself a driver of climate, health, and social solutions. This is a 4-hour course that dives into the basic principles, history, certification, and the new frontiers of Passive House design as it continues to […]
Join the Emerging Professionals Community for our 2023 kickoff event! Come to our first in-person event of the year to network, meet the Community leaders, and hear about exciting upcoming events. Registration includes admission and 2 drink tickets. Location: The Beantown Pub - 100 Tremont Street, Boston, MA 02108 This event is $10 for Emerging […]
Join the 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. Reach out to livingfuture@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries, questions, or concerns. var exampleCallback = function() { console.log('Order complete!'); }; window.EBWidgets.createWidget({ // Required widgetType: 'checkout', eventId: '256854297117', iframeContainerId: […]
Date: February 2nd, 2023 | Time: 5:00pm – 8:00pm | Location: Atlantic Wharf | Fort Point RoomIt's that time of the year again when we all come together to celebrate the members, volunteers, and successes that make our BE+ community amazing! We’re ringing in the new year with board elections and an award ceremony for our members. var exampleCallback = […]
Date: February 16th, 2023 | Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Location: Elkus Manfredi Architects, 25 Drydock Avenue, Boston Massachusetts 02210 Join the BE+ Emerging Professionals Community for our first monthly Roundtable of the year. We will be hosted by Elkus Manfredi Architects, one of our Community Stewards. They will present on some of their sustainability work, we'll discuss upcoming Emerging […]
With this LEED® AP Building Design and Construction training, you will know the requirements and calculations required for the following LEED credits: Sustainable Sites, Water Efficiency, Energy & Atmosphere, Materials & Resources, and Indoor Environmental Quality. You’ll learn and practice the three exam areas – Recognition, Application, and Analysis, as well as be able to […]
Teams can thrive when trust is built and conditions are created that are conducive to success. Sometimes teams are brought together under challenging circumstances that may cause anxiety and stress due to unclear goals, mixed messages, and hidden conflicts. These dynamics lead to a lack of efficiency and poor decision making. This workshop focuses on […]
Seven 1-1/2 Hour Sessions from March 14th to April 25th About the Class This interactive virtual training is targeted at emerging project managers and estimators. Over the course of seven sessions, participants will learn the fundamentals of good pre-construction and project management practice. The sessions will be virtual and live, combining presentation with hands-on exercises […]
Taking a step back to look at the role we play as one set of actors within the larger global ecosystem. What is our responsibility to all of the living systems when our needs require the extraction, processing, and disposal of natural resources? How can we create a living future: one that is socially just, […]