The Smart Buildings Center (SBC) is proud to partner with SEIU Local 49 to support the Portland Green Janitor Education Program (GJEP). The GJEP is a national program developed by the Building Skills … [Read more...]
NW Energy Coalition: 8/17 Lunch ‘n’ Learn- Proposed Federal Gas Furnace Efficiency Standard
The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has published a strong proposed rule to increase the mandated efficiency level of gas furnaces from 80% to 95%. This change would precipitate a reduction in energy … [Read more...]
Seattle City Light Job Opportunity – Senior Energy Management Analyst
The Customer Energy Solutions (CES) division of Seattle City Light implements the longest continuously operating municipal energy conservation initiative in the country. The Project Development team … [Read more...]
Join us for Smart Buildings Exchange, August 22-24, 2022!
Join the Smart Buildings Center for the free 2022 Smart Buildings Exchange (SBX) to be held virtually and in-person August 22-24. Interactive conference sessions featuring a mix of panel discussions … [Read more...]
Job Opportunity: Green Economy Advisor, City of Seattle
The Office of Economic Development (OED) envisions Seattle as a vibrant, innovative, diverse city with an inclusive economy where Seattleites can thrive and share in the new opportunities of the … [Read more...]
Clean Energy Industry News
ACEEE Newsletter: Annual Report, Policy Updates, and Our Latest Research We are pleased to share ACEEE's 2021 annual report and video. From new or expanded appliance standards in six states to … [Read more...]
Online Open House: Seattle Building Performance Standards Draft Policy Framework, June 16th at 12pm
Join the Office of Sustainability & Environment (OSE) for an online open house about potential Seattle Building Performance Standards (BPS) regulations — a powerful tool to reduce climate … [Read more...]
NEEC & SBC Welcome New Team Member
The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council (NEEC) and Smart Buildings Center (SBC) are pleased to announce that Mark Willard has joined our team! As Assistant Project Manager, Mark’s primary role is … [Read more...]
New Resources: Understanding Your Building’s Path to Carbon Neutral
Buildings are one of the largest and fastest growing sources of climate pollution in Seattle, responsible for more than one-third of our greenhouse gas emissions. These emissions pollute our air, … [Read more...]
Business Sign-on Letter for Skills Training
Business Leaders United is circulating a sign-on letter for businesses, industry groups, and business membership organizations calling for expanded Pell Grant eligibility to shorter-term education and … [Read more...]