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Building Potential 2024 End of Year Infographic

December 21, 2024 By SBC staff

As we prepare to ring in 2025 it’s time for one last look back at the year that was with a Building Potential Year in Review Infographic! We’re so grateful to be able to share our impact with you year after year and although our name has changed our commitment to our mission remains as strong as ever. We hope you’ll enjoy this fond look back at 2024 with us and join us in 2025!
Wishing you a very happy holidays from everyone at Smart Buildings Center!

Filed Under: Uncategorized

Lighting Design Labs Presents: January Webinars!

December 16, 2024 By SBC staff

Our friends at Lighting Design Labs are excited to announce their January agenda for webinars. Don’t miss these exciting topics coming next month!

Envelope Issues in 2021 WA & Seattle Commercial Energy Codes
Thu, Jan 23 | 10am-11:30am | FREE | Online only

Overview of the envelope provisions in the 2021 Washington state and Seattle commercial energy codes, both now in effect, with emphasis on provisions that are new or that were changed from last year’s initial drafts. Cost-effective, code-compliant envelope case studies from recent local projects. Interaction of mechanical systems with envelope design, envelope-related C406 credits, air barrier testing requirements, rooftop solar installation, and more.

 

Save On Refrigeration – How to Optimize Commercial and Industrial Refrigeration
Tue, Jan 28 | 8:30am-10:30am | FREE | Hybrid option

Learn how to optimize refrigeration system operations to save money, improve efficiency and increase reliability with Todd Toburen, representing the BPA Energy Smart Industrial program. Seattle City Light will showcase available incentives that fund optimization and equipment upgrades for efficiency improvements. The focus will be on larger industrial systems but the content is also applicable to commercial refrigeration systems.

Filed Under: Webinars

WA Dept of Commerce: Qualified Contractor Network Webinar 1/14

December 11, 2024 By SBC staff

Dept of Commerce is inviting YOU to their Qualified Contractor Network Webinar on 1/14 from  12:30 – 1:30PM. Details follow:

Are you a contractor interested in residential projects? The Department of Commerce’s Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebate Programs have $165 million to help homeowners improve their homes with weatherization and high-efficiency appliances — and we’re seeking skilled contractors to make it happen!

Join us for a webinar on January 14, 2025,12:30-1:30 p.m., to learn how the program works and how to join the QCN. You’ll learn how residents will locate QCN contractors in their area, financial incentives available for contractors, and how contractors get paid.

Register Now

The Qualified Contractor Network (QCN) will become a statewide list of residential contractors qualified to work on IRA home energy rebate projects. Contractors must be members of the QCN to work on these projects. We are seeking:

  • Electricians
  • Plumbers
  • HVAC/heat pump technicians
  • Home insulators and air sealers
  • Home energy auditors

Register on Zoom and include questions for the Commerce team to answer during the webinar. The webinar recording and presentation will be provided to registrants afterward.

Filed Under: Education & Training, Webinars

City of Tacoma Hiring Principal Energy Management Engineer

December 6, 2024 By SBC staff

Tacoma Power’s Power Management division is looking for a Principal Energy Management Engineer to join their Business Customer Energy Solutions team. In this role you will develop and deliver energy conservation programs and secure energy efficiency measures with Tacoma Power’s commercial and industrial customers by conducting engineering technical activities. This work is critical to achieving energy conservation targets and providing other energy-related services for the commercial and industrial sectors for Tacoma Power’s Business Customer Energy Solutions section.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Provide customer technical services by preparing energy calculations related to refrigeration systems, industrial processes and compressed air, water and wastewater systems, HVAC systems, pumping and ventilation systems, motors and drives, lighting, and domestic water systems.
  • Review calculations, energy evaluation reports and proposals prepared by
    consultants and others.
  • Prepare or review computer energy simulation models of complex commercial buildings.
  • Provide specifications, recommendations, and related engineering analyses; provide economic analyses of energy efficiency alternatives.
  • Provide detailed measurement and verification protocols and evaluate energy performance of installed efficiency projects.
  • Promote efficiency services to customers. Conduct field audits and inspections, interact directly with customers and trade allies such as engineering firms.
  • Provide specialized technical input on energy conservation measures and technologies.
  • Research and analyze technical information, new energy concepts, products and processes as related to the industrial and commercial building sector; prepare briefs and reports.
  • Research, develop & implement energy efficiency programs, services and policies for the commercial and industrial sector.

Does this sound like a good fit? Head over to governmentjobs.com to apply now!

Filed Under: Jobs

12/12 NEEA/BetterBricks Present: Cracking the Codes: The Present and Future of Northwest Energy Code

November 20, 2024 By SBC staff

Cracking the Codes: The Present and Future of Northwest Energy Code

December 12 / 9-10 am PST

Nick O’Neil, PE, LEED, AP, Energy 350

Get to know the similarities and differences of the two primary commercial energy codes used as the basis for state energy codes in the Northwest—ASHRAE 90.1 and IECC. Along with an overview of current energy codes, webinar attendees will learn how codes will likely change in the future, and how the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance’s (NEEA) Market Transformation programs and initiatives can tie into future code provisions. Specific topics will include:

  • The general process and timeline for updating energy codes
  • Key differences between how states develop and utilize energy codes
  • How NEEA is involved in energy code development in the Northwest and elsewhere

 

Event listing and registration details

More info at LinkedIn event post to engage with and/or repost

Filed Under: Webinars

12/12 Info Session: Puget Sound Energy’s (PSE) Clean Buildings Accelerator Program

November 20, 2024 By SBC staff

Puget Sound Energy would like to invite you to their Clean Buildings Accelerator Program online info session.

Join us virtually on December 12th at 11:00 a.m. to discover how PSE’s Clean Buildings Accelerator program can support your customers in meeting the requirements of the WA Clean Buildings Act. This program offers a pathway to compliance combined with strategic energy management tools and resources.

We encourage you to attend, learn about our program, and help raise awareness about the law with your customers. By joining our program, you’ll have the opportunity to collaborate with your customers and PSE on energy-saving projects, ultimately helping them achieve their energy goals. RSVP here.

We look forward to seeing you there!

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