From December 5, 2024, presented by Rachel Wilson, Manager of Strategy and Market Development, Form Energy; and Paul Notti, Director of Sales, ESS, Inc. __________________________________________________________________________ As utilities like Seattle City Light look toward years of projected load growth and more renewable resources enter the grid, the use of batteries will be an important factor to … Read more

A high-level introduction to the industry-standard and industry-leading rating systems and certifications for the built environment. We will take a deep-dive into the rating systems most applicable and in-demand in the Pacific Northwest market, with project examples and case studies supporting their successful implementation. Learning Objectives: Recognize popular rating systems by name. Identify common rating … Read more

These new products provide cost effective, efficient, portable heating & cooling in a new package format.  No holes in building, or mounting pads outside are needed. Similar to old-fashioned window AC units, these are self-contained and don’t need a professional to install. These Heat Pumps are a replacement for electric baseboards, Cadet style wall mounted heaters, … Read more

Electrification/decarbonization initiatives and policies are increasingly emerging across the country, with broad impacts to building operation and maintenance professionals. This session will provide an overview of how these initiatives will influence building performance, safety, operation, and maintenance by discussing: Electrification technologies Implementation benefits Implementation barriers and solutions Logistical considerations Maintenance of key assets and systems … Read more

The presentation will cover net zero in three phases. Phase 1: Zero Energy Design, for buildings with a bit of zero carbon; Phase 2: Corporate Zero Energy Planning and Roadmapping; Phase 3: Zero Energy and Carbon Applications in Districts like schools or municipalities and the integration of planning. Each phase will be followed by a … Read more