Where:  NW Natural Building, 220 NW 2nd, Portland When:  March 15th, 2019  7:30am-2:00pm (Forum starts at 8:00am) Speakers to be determined Why: Learn about what defines a Smart Building; the evolution of Smart Buildings; insights on where Smart Buildings are today, and what to expect in the future - and the technologies involved. The title insinuates […]

The purpose of the conference is to provide the business community with the information necessary to find partnerships and solutions that will save energy and money, improve comfort, and enhance productivity in their facilities. Conference Description ​The Powerful Business Energy Conference will provide ways to save energy and money for commercial building owners and managers, building […]

Lighting for school projects can pose a wide range of potential challenges, opportunities, and pitfalls.  High aspirations, tight budgets, and new research regarding circadian systems make Schools some of the most complicated lighting projects out there. Come and learn some tips and trick to help ensure that your project will be visually effective while minimizing […]

With the right mechanical systems, buildings can reach high-performance goals for health, comfort and energy efficient living. If you are in the business, student, or professional wanting to achieve these goals in the future, join us for this month's NW EcoBuilding Guild ShiftBuilding Symposium: Fresh Air, Hot Water - High-Performance Mechanical Symposium at the University […]

Join the Smart Buildings Center and NW Regional Building Commissioning Association for a one day conference on June 18, 2019 in Seattle, WA. The conference, aimed at commercial building owners and managers, building operations and engineering staff, commissioning agents, architects, engineers, and property developers, offers opportunities to gain knowledge, connections and success regarding building performance […]

Treat yourself to a day of networking and education with your peers! The IFMA Greater Seattle Education Symposium is our chapter's flagship education event featuring a full day of continuing education sessions on important trends and practices in facility management. This year’s keynote speaker is Gifford Pinchot III, Founder and President Emeritus of "The Bainbridge […]

Join the Smart Buildings Center on September 17th, 2019 for a seated lunch event in its series, Why Smart Buildings. Hear from a panel of experts on their individual perspectives and experiences with smart buildings. Each panelist will talk about their reasoning behind investing in smart building technologies. Learn about the advantages of smart technologies […]

In July 2020, buildings will have to meet new higher energy efficiency standards than ever, now being adopted with the Washington State Energy Code. The right window systems can help buildings reach high-performance goals for lighting, comfort and energy efficient living, while achieving or exceeding these tougher compliance standards. If you are in the business, […]