Snohomish PUD is recruiting for a new Clean Buildings Accelerator cohort launching on March 26th. Join an online info session on February 13th(register) or March 6th(register) to learn more about how this free program helps commercial businesses save energy, money, and comply with the WA Clean Buildings requirements. Click here for more information or email [email protected].
Smart Pumps, Resources for Understanding, Maintenance, and more!
More than just a drive, smart pumps feature advanced software and integrated, performance-mapped controls that operate the pump at peak efficiency without requiring pressure sensors in the system. On multi-pump systems, the software will run the most efficient combination of pumps to meet the load. And since the controls are built directly onto the pump, installation costs are lower than those of a wall-mounted drive.
Our friends at WSU have created a handy resource onepager that contains a trove of information on Smart Pumps! Click here to browse the onepager!
WA Clean Building Team – Facts, Myths, and Misinformation
When? Thu, Feb 15, 2024, 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM Pacific Time
Where? 159 S Lincoln St, Spokane, Washington, US, 99201
Do you have buildings in WA State that have to comply with the new Clean Building Performance Standards? Are you tired of the myths, tired of the misinformation, tired of the doubt? Come get information from the source. WA Dept of Commerce is the Authority. The Clean Buildings Team will be here in Spokane to give you the best information available. Erase the doubt!
Register today for the event here, and then spread the word on LinkedIn!
Building Operator Certification FREE Informational Webcast is 2/7/24 – Register Now!
Learn more about the BOC program!
Join us for a FREE Informational Webcast on February 7, 2024.
The web cast allows you to conveniently view and listen to an overview of the BOC program from the comfort of your office.
Webcasts are accessible from your desktop, mobile device or tablet.
The presentation includes:
- Who benefits by attending BOC training.
- Level I and Level II course topics and schedules.
- BOC credential options.
- How BOC graduates are improving their facilities.
- Q & A with BOC staff.
February 7, 2024
11:30am-12:30pm (Eastern Time)
9:30am-10:30am (Mountain)
10:30am-11:30am (Central Time)
8:30am-9:30am (Pacific)
NOTE FOR BOC GRADUATES: BOC informational webcasts do not offer maintenance points for BOC graduates. The webcasts are intended for newcomers to the BOC program and provide information about eligibility and certification requirements. BOC graduates who are interested in continuing education hours are encouraged to attend the BOC Technical Webinar Series .
3/6 Webinar: RMI – The Future of Indoor Air: Policy Solutions for Clean and Healthy Buildings
March 6th, 11am ET, a LinkedIn Live webinar hosted by RMI on “The Future of Indoor Air: Policy Solutions for Clean and Healthy Buildings.”
When strategizing health and climate goals in the building sector, the US has a blind spot: indoor air. Despite being one of the country’s top five major health risks, indoor air pollution is currently overlooked and unregulated. Burning fossil fuels in buildings releases additional health-harming pollutants that exacerbate climate change. A recent report from RMI summarizes how indoor air quality guidelines are a critical first step to effectively address indoor air pollutants, and how they can inform policy measures to mitigate risk.
RMI will host a virtual panel discussion on March 6th, 2024 at 11am ET, summarizing their recent report and convening industry experts to illuminate why now is the ideal time to improve indoor air and what policy solutions are available to deploy. They’ll also answer key questions about indoor air pollution and building performance, including those from audience members.
RSVP here: https://www.linkedin.com/events/7141446480313143296
Help us get the word out! Register to attend on March 6th and share with others in your network. For additional information or to share a question for the panelists in advance, please contact [email protected].
Northwest Energy Efficiency Council Transitions to Building Potential
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC) is excited to announce the organization’s official transition to Building Potential, the name shared at the member celebration will be the trade association’s new name.
As Building Potential makes this official transition, you will begin to see the new logo and name in predictable places. It will take a little time to fully transition over to the new name, as our branding on collateral, social media etc. is slowly replaced, however moving forward, the NEEC blog will be renamed “Building Potential News” and the website has been changed to www.buildingpotential.org.
Read on below for our official announcement.
FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE
Northwest Energy Efficiency Council Transitions to Building Potential, A Leading Non-Profit Trade Association Shaping the Building Decarbonization Industry
Seattle, January 30, 2024 – The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC) is thrilled to unveil its rebranding as “Building Potential,” marking a significant evolution in its role as a non-profit trade association. This strategic shift reflects the organization’s commitment to representing and advancing the industry that is transforming the built environment through energy efficiency, demand flexibility and other behind the meter resources, equipment and interventions.
In 2022, the organization announced a revamped mission and vision for the organization, one that aligns with the direction of the industry and its members and stakeholders: “We envision a world with net-zero carbon emissions by 2050, and our mission is to eliminate carbon emissions from building energy use through market-based thought leadership, education, and advocacy.”
As Building Potential, the organization assumes a leading position as a non-profit trade association, championing the collective efforts of industry stakeholders dedicated to reshaping the future of buildings. This rebranding signifies a broader and more inclusive focus on the diverse facets of building decarbonization, where buildings actively contribute to carbon reduction targets.
In this changing industry landscape, Building Potential will continue to serve as a unifying force for individuals, businesses, and organizations involved in the building efficiency, performance, and decarbonization industries to collaboratively work to transform our building stock. By fostering collaboration, education, and advocacy, the association aims to accelerate the adoption of innovative practices and technologies that enable buildings to play an active role in achieving societal sustainability goals.
“We are proud to embrace the identity of Building Potential as a non-profit trade association, reinforcing our dedication to uniting the industry and driving positive change,” said Perry England, Vice President at MacDonald Miller and President of the Building Potential Board of Directors. “Our role extends beyond a name change; it signifies a commitment to fostering collaboration and driving impactful advancements in managing operational carbon.”
“Energy Efficiency remains critical to the success of the clean energy transition. This name change and the expanded mission expand on this critical focus, highlighting that the mission has evolved beyond saving energy, to buildings that contribute to decarbonization, reliance, equity, and a transition to a distributed clean energy grid. Energy Efficiency is part of a broader market of demand flexibility that includes demand response, battery storage, onsite renewables, and electrification, as part of an integrated solution to enable buildings to be active participants in the energy transition,” said Matt Golden, Building Potential Board Member and Founder and Chief Executive Officer of Recurve.
“There is a lot of work to be done to transform our building stock and meet our local climate targets. Reframing our work is only the first step in our efforts here. I am excited to work with our current and new members to find innovative solutions and opportunities to support the building decarbonization industry,” said Poppy Storm, Building Potential Board Member and Director of Innovation for the 2050 Institute.
Building Potential will continue to serve as the voice of the industry, promoting best practices, facilitating knowledge exchange, and advocating for policies that create an enabling environment for building decarbonization initiatives.
For more information about Building Potential and its role as a non-profit trade association, please visit www.buildingpotential.org.
About Building Potential: Building Potential, formerly known as the Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC), is a non-profit trade association representing the industry at the forefront of the building decarbonization revolution. The organization unites professionals, businesses, and organizations dedicated to reshaping the future of buildings through market-based thought leadership, education, and advocacy.
For media inquiries, please contact: Britton Rife, Senior Project Manager, Building Potential [email protected] (206) 588-4984
