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New Job Posting: Sustainability Program Coordinator, Seattle 2030 District

December 7, 2023 By SBC staff

Our friends at Seattle 2030 District have a new position open! If you’re looking for a change of pace or starting the next phase of your career take a look at the brief below and click here for the full description, list of responsibilities and qualifications: Sustainability Program Coordinator – Seattle (2030districts.org)

The Seattle 2030 District is a collaborative initiative dedicated to fostering urban sustainability and resilience in the heart of Seattle. Established as a private-public partnership, our mission is to create vibrant, environmentally conscious urban areas by 2030 through innovative strategies and community-driven efforts.

Seattle 2030 District are seeking a dedicated and dynamic Sustainability Program Coordinator to lead and coordinate sustainability initiatives. In particular, this role will focus on the 2030 goal for stormwater and implementation of Green Stormwater Infrastructure projects. The Sustainability Program Coordinator will play a pivotal role in driving the implementation of sustainable practices, engaging stakeholders, and monitoring progress toward ambitious environmental goals.

Application Process:

Please submit your resume and cover letter to [email protected] by January 1st for priority consideration.

The Best Solutions Come in Easy-to-Use Packages

December 1, 2023 By SBC staff

Packaged systems offer all the benefits without the complexity.

Central heat pump water heater (CHPWH) systems serve the domestic hot water needs of a building in one central plant. Though they have become a key decarbonization technology by reducing greenhouse gas emissions and saving energy and costs, their complex design and installation requirements can pose barriers to widespread adoption.

Packaged CHPWH systems reduce this complexity by simplifying design and installation. With pre-made sizes based on storage capacity, packaged systems reduce the need for plumbing and electrical site work to minimize complexity for designers, installers, and maintenance staff, while offering flexibility to meet unique site conditions. Even with all this significant added value, packaged solutions are often cheaper to install than non-packaged CHPWH systems.

Learn more at betterbricks.com

Creative Funding Strategies for Better Buildings, 12/4 12-1PM

November 28, 2023 By SBC staff

Getting started on the path to improving your building’s performance and finding the capital for the projects can be challenging. In this webinar, learn about resources to scope and implement a project, and innovative ways to fund it. Speakers will provide a comprehensive overview of tools to meet Clean Building Act standards, as well as illustrate how lease structures and Commercial Property Assessed Clean Energy (C-PACE) financing can be leveraged to reduce upfront and operational costs.

Focus:
– Creating strategies for funding, managing and paying for building upgrades and better buildings
– Examples of support and resources for project development and compliance
– Leveraging lease language to capture the most value from sustainability and performance driven upgrades
– Repositioning the landlord/tenant relationship to minimize risk and support sustainability and ESG goals
– Best practices to avoid penalties and conflict over lease ambiguity

Presenters:
– Nicole DeNamur, Climate Aligned Law, Attorney, Hon. AIA, WELL AP and Faculty, LEED Green Associate, Fitwel Ambassador and EcoDistricts AP
– Erik Jennings, Pacifica Law Group LLP
– Rachel Brombaugh, Washington State Managing Director, PACE Equity
– Rebecca Sheppard, Senior Project Manager, Smart Buildings Center / Building Potential / NEEC

Decarbonization via Grid-Interactive Buildings – But how?

November 22, 2023 By SBC staff

Decarbonizing our existing building stock is an integral part of reaching carbon reduction targets of net-zero carbon emissions. Connecting buildings to the grid and utilizing grid-interactive building technology poses a great opportunity for reaching that target. Taking action can be a complex undertaking and intimidating.

ASHRAE’s Task Force for Building Decarbonization has released its new Grid-Interactive Buildings for Decarbonization guide to help building owners on this journey. This manual gives best practices, design consideration and operational guidelines to help reduce carbon emission, find strategies to save on operational costs, and increase your building’s resiliency.

For more information check out the release here: ASHRAE Releases Guide on the Role of Grid Interactivity in Decarbonization | ashrae.org

11/29/23 1-3PM, ELEVATE: Health, Safety & Performance for Educational Facilities

November 20, 2023 By SBC staff

Please join us for this hybrid event in Gig Harbor.

This event will address ASHRAE’s latest Standard 241, focusing on the control of infectious aerosols within schools, and will examine the cost-effective implementation of the Upper Room GUV strategy to meet the recommended level of air safety. Additionally, we’ll explore the opportunity for immersive learning experiences through human-centric lighting upgrades, involving student participation. Lunch will be provided for all attendees, and there will be a Q&A session at the end of the event.

Speakers include the Smart Building Center’s very own Rebecca Sheppard amongst a host of industry leader all-stars.

If you can’t make it in-person join us remotely using this link for the Vimeo livestream.

News from Commerce on Clean Buildings

November 20, 2023 By SBC staff

Tier 2 Rulemaking: Public hearing and comments

The public hearing and end of the comment period for Tier 2 rulemaking is scheduled for Nov 21, 2023. This is your opportunity to give input on the proposed rule and to participate in the rulemaking process.

Public hearing – 10 a.m. Tuesday, Nov. 21

This is the opportunity for the public to give testimony on the proposed rule.

REGISTER to attend (Zoom)

Written comments can be submitted through the stakeholder comment form. Deadline for written comments is Nov. 21, 2023, at 4:30 p.m.

The proposed rules and the CR-102 form are available on the Clean Buildings webpage. The form includes:

Agency contact information
Intended adoption date
Public hearing details
Small Business Economic Impact Statement.

Upcoming Events

Inflation Reduction Act Rebates Listening Session #2 Dec. 05, 2023 at 2:30 p.m. Register
Workshop: Developing guidelines for Tier 2 incentive program Date to be determined – Register (SmartSheet) to receive notice.

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