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BetterBricks Industry Voices: Chris Gilmore Sheds Light on LLLC Value

August 13, 2024 By SBC staff

In his role as Project Manager for Seattle-based VECA Electric & Technologies, Chris Gilmore knows that Luminaire Level Lighting Controls (LLLC) do so much more than save energy. BetterBricks recently sat down with Chris to discuss the reasons he loves this technology, including its ability to meet and surpass energy codes, support architectural aesthetics, and ease the maintenance burden.

watch the full interview or read the transcript here.

Filed Under: Education & Training

Seattle City Light Events for September and October

August 8, 2024 By SBC staff

SEPTEMBER

Best Practices for Navigating City Lightโ€™s Incentive Processes
Thu, Sep 12 | 10am-11am | FREE

This training will break down the requirements, steps, best practices, tips and tricks to better understand the funding process for a smoother navigation of our incentive programs. We strive to provide a great customer experience throughout our incentive process journey; the more we work together, the more efficient our process will be!
https://www.lightingdesignlab.com/education/event/best-practices-navigating-city-light%E2%80%99s-incentive-processes

Act Now – Last Chance on City Light Incentives Sunsetting at Year End!
Tue, Sep 17 | 10:30am-noon | FREE

Program Managers from City Light’s Customer Energy Solutions division will describe upcoming deadlines for submitting projects under the current 2024 incentive rates. You will understand the rationale for why things are changing and get a sneak peak of whatโ€™s next in 2025.
https://www.lightingdesignlab.com/education/event/act-now-last-chance-city-light-incentives-sunsetting-year-end

OCTOBER

Net Zero with Mike Dieterichย – In-person option! First time in more than 4 years!
Thu, Oct 10 | 10am-11:30am | FREE

The presentation will cover net zero in three phases. Phase 1: Zero Energy Design, for buildings with a bit of zero carbon; Phase 2: Corporate Zero Energy Planning and Roadmapping; Phase 3: Zero Energy and Carbon Applications in Districts like schools or municipalities and the integration of planning. Each phase will be followed by a Q&A session to dive deeper into the topics.
https://www.lightingdesignlab.com/education/event/save-new-date-net-zero-mike-dieterich

Filed Under: Featured Event

Seattle 2030 District Summer Social – You’re Invited!

August 8, 2024 By SBC staff

Join us on September 18th from 4-6pm at the new Washington 1000 building for an evening of networking with 2030 District members. Connect with property owners, managers, architects, engineers, contractors, and developers passionate about building sustainability.

Secure your spot and be part of this exciting event.

๐Ÿ‘‰ Register here! https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2024-summer-social-tickets-921093384107

Interested in sponsoring? Check out the sponsor benefits and sign up here. https://2030districts.org/seattle/summer-social/

Thank you for supporting a sustainable future for Seattle!

Filed Under: Featured Event

IFMA World Workplace San Antonio – October 9 – 11

August 2, 2024 By SBC staff

IFMA World Workplace San Antonio!

IFMA’s World Workplace is just around the corner, and they want you to get the most out of your experience! The event, October 9-11 in San Antonio, is an opportunity for you to network and build relationships with facility management professionals.

For a deeper dive into what you can expect click here!

To register visit worldworkplace.ifma.org

Or Scan this QR Code

Filed Under: Featured Event

SPEER Industry + Policy Workshop 2024

July 23, 2024 By SBC staff

Join our friends @SPEER and other industry leaders as energy experts gather in Austin for their Industry + Policy Workshop. They will cover all things energy: energy efficiency, demand response and DERs, energy codes, navigating important clean energy policies, local government funding opportunities, and more!

https://eepartnership.org/speer-industry-policy-workshop-2024/

 

Filed Under: Featured Event

2 New Positions at Seattle Public Utilities: Water Conservation Program Manager

July 11, 2024 By SBC staff

Here is a link to the full job posting: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/seattle/jobs/4561042/water-conservation-program-manager-planning-development-spec-sr?1

Here is a brief description:
Seattle Public Utilities has openings for two Water Conservation Program Managers

  • Indoor Water Conservation Program Manager: Focused on reducing indoor water use in commercial and residential buildings.
  • Community Outreach Water Conservation Program Manager: Concentrated on water conservation outreach, youth education, and building partnerships.

As a Water Conservation Program Manager, you will be part of a dedicated team that administers the regional water conservation program known as the Saving Water Partnership. You will lead the development, implementation, and evaluation of regional water conservation programs. SPU are looking for collaborative team-players who are undaunted by complexity and enjoy managing programs through their entire life cycle. Successful candidates will have exceptional critical-thinking and program management skills and a demonstrated commitment to environmental justice and service equity.

The closing date is July 30, 2024 at 4pm Pacific

Filed Under: Jobs

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