Understanding the Washington Clean Buildings Standard

The Clean Buildings Act of 2019 is one measure Washington State is taking to improve building operational efficiency. Propelling buildings to targeted energy use intensity by building type and size, all commercial buildings over 50,000 sf will need to comply by 2028 (220,000 sf by 2026), and then maintain compliance or be subject to penalties. […]

Free

Building Decarbonization and the Future of Washington State

November 16, 2021 5:30 pm – 7:00 pm Register Join the Puget Sound ASHRAE Government Affairs Committee and Washington Society of Professional Engineers for a panel discussion on decarbonization in Washington State. What comes to mind when you think about the word “decarbonization”? Most might immediately picture the electric vehicle and the transportation sector. But what about […]

Free

Understanding the Washington Clean Buildings Standard

The Clean Buildings Act of 2019 is one measure Washington State is taking to improve building operational efficiency. Propelling buildings to targeted energy use intensity by building type and size, all commercial buildings over 50,000 sf will need to comply by 2028 (220,000 sf by 2026), and then maintain compliance or be subject to penalties. […]

Free

Rebuilding as a Community in K-12 Schools: COVID and Beyond

In this interactive webinar sponsored by Puget Sound Energy and hosted by Smart Buildings Center, panelists with expertise in Strategic Energy Management (SEM) in K-12 schools will discuss their lessons learned in navigating the challenges of operating their buildings safely during the COVID-19 pandemic. They’ll also share insights for moving forward with a re-focus on […]

Free

GridFWD Seattle

Sharing What We’ve Learned, Focusing on the Future The past two years have been unprecedented for our region: the pandemic with its brutal human and economic repercussions; a historic and devastating wildfire season; a nationwide movement for racial and energy justice; ice storms and more. Federal energy policy is rapidly evolving and lining up with […]

Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

Doubletree by Hilton 1000 NE Multnomah St, Portland, OR

Join the NW Energy Coalition on December 6 in Portland for their first in-person conference since 2019! Network with peers in the clean energy community, hear from expert panelists and keynote speakers, and stick around for our Clean Energy Awards reception. Panelists will discuss how utility planning should change to deliver equitable and affordable outcomes, […]

2024 Critical Environments Summit

Seattle Marriott Waterfront

The 2024 Critical Environments Summit was held at the Seattle Marriott Waterfront on January 17th, 2024. The event brought together thought leaders, designers, and engineers focused on critical environments. Material from the summit can be downloaded at https://atspnw.com/support/support-services/24cesummit/.

Free

Energy Insights Forum

Smart Building Center 1200 12th Ave S, Seattle, WA

Join us on January 30th at 3pm for the Energy Insights Forum! The Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts along with Building Potential (formerly Northwest Energy Efficiency Council) host this back-to-back panel discussion on how to reduce demand-side energy usage. Learn about the policies that impact the industry and discover the incentives propelling sustainable practices forward. Hear […]

$20

Webinar: Energy Efficiency and More: Benefits of Small Building Controls for Retail Buildings

Zoom

Join this webinar to hear about the benefits of HVAC controls for retail buildings, from a chain of country clubs and a retail skin care brand. Improved controls are proven to reduce energy waste by 10%-20% and improve occupant comfort. Presenters will share their approach to upgrading controls, the benefits they’ve experienced, and the lessons […]

Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

The Grove Hotel 245 S Capitol Blvd, Boise, ID

Join the NW Energy Coalition on May 7 in Boise for its Spring Conference! Network with peers in the clean energy community and hear from expert panelists on the pressing energy issues in our region. Panelists will discuss next steps in salmon recovery and replacing the energy services on the lower Snake River dams, how […]

$129 – $179

Efficiency Exchange (EFX)

Coeur d'Alene Resort Coeur d'Alene

EFX is the premier networking and learning conference for energy efficiency professionals from across the Northwest brought to you by the Bonneville Power Administration, NEEA and the Northwest Power and Conservation Council. Regional and national attendees from public and private utilities, consulting and research firms, and government and non-profit organizations come together to learn and […]

Webinar: Efficient Large Boiler Systems

Zoom

On May 30th, 2-3pm EST (11-12 PST), the Space Conditioning team and guest speakers will present detailed examples of efficient large boiler systems in the field. We will talk about system components, performance, challenges, and successes. Attendees will have the opportunity to ask questions, and we invite you to join the discussion. Register here!

Webinar: Barriers to and Progress Towards More Interoperable Building Systems

Zoom

Achieving the energy efficiency potential of advanced building systems has long required the use of controls. However, controls require data, as do other software applications that enable, for example, space utilization analytics or grid-responsiveness. The configuration of such applications - that is, the matching of data sources to software needs, has long been time and […]