Building Energy Resource Hub

What is energy benchmarking, and what benefits does it provide to building owners and operators? The Hub recently published our Benchmarking 101 guide to demystify the process for industry pros! This guide offers a structured approach to measuring energy performance, identifying inefficiencies in your building, and implementing targeted improvements that enhance operational efficiency and reduce costs. Learn more about energy benchmarking and explores the resources that are available to start your benchmarking journey here: https://lnkd.in/gmxUp8Vq

Want to learn building decarb and energy efficiency strategies from the best in the industry? Check out the ENERGY STAR webinar series, "Learn from the Best," to discover award-winning best practices for managing your energy use, engaging your employees and tenants, and communicating your success. The next virtual session is this Thursday, November 21. Learn more about the series and register here: https://lnkd.in/gXcdPBxp

Are you looking for a road map of best practices and inspiration on your next building retrofit project? Check out our building case studies, which explore energy efficiency retrofits at major commercial buildings, institutions of higher education and healthcare, hospitality and multifamily, and municipal buildings. Learn how a diverse array of project teams approached sustainability upgrades here: https://lnkd.in/gVhbw4QB

#ICYMI: In September the Hub was joined by Brian Keller at ComEd for a virtual education session to explore the utility's energy efficiency incentive opportunities that can help building owners save money and reduce emissions in their buildings. Learn how the ComEd Energy Efficiency Program can help you overcome unique barriers to energy efficiency projects. Check out the webinar recording here: https://lnkd.in/gDU9DUgH

Join the Building Energy Exchange and the Building Innovation Hub for the first event in the Future of Multifamily series—Positioning Condos and Co-ops for Success in DC and NYC. This virtual webinar will overview the current BPS landscape in both cities and how condos and co-ops are preparing for compliance. After brief presentations from real case studies in DC and NYC, participants will hear from service providers and condo board members in a moderated discussion.?Learn more and register here: https://lnkd.in/eVGHCAAs

Join the Hub for another edition of our Finance Fridays webinar series! On November 8, we will be joined by Rebecca Jo Luke of the Illinois Environmental Protection Agency Office of Energy to explore their Housing Assistance Energy Grants, which fund energy efficiency assessments and upgrades in eligible properties serving residents receiving housing assistance. Join us to learn how you can leverage these financing programs for your next project: https://lnkd.in/gJpmGMHK

Together with our partners at Elevate , Builders Avenue, and Hispanic American Construction Industry Association (HACIA), the Hub is hosting a Contractor Connection on November 6! At this in-person, invite-only event, you will learn about strategies to grow your business through funding resources for energy efficiency projects. There will be time for networking and a discussion about grants, financing, and funding opportunities for your next project. Want to attend? Drop us a note in the comments or email Kindy Kruller at [email protected]!

Have you heard about the Illinois Green Alliance Building Energy Resource Hub? Serving Chicagoland, this free resource provides education and training to advance energy efficiency in the region. SomerCor is proud to partner with them on a webinar about the #SBA504 Green Loan Program. The borrower-friendly terms of the SBA 504 Green Loan support business owners seeking to incorporate energy efficient elements or renewable energy technologies into their commercial real estate projects. Learn more about the 504 Green Loan and other energy efficiency resources for businesses at buildinghub.energy #gogreen #energyefficiency

Are you a building owner, manager, or sustainability professional looking to gain insights on best practices for developing your decarbonization strategy? Join our partners at ENERGY STAR for a webinar on October 22—Go Boldly: Decarbonization Strategies for Commercial & Industrial Operations. Decarb strategies lay critical foundations for businesses to address the challenges of climate change, comply with regional legislation, and become more efficient with energy consumption and cost. At this webinar you'll hear from Michael Barkan, Sustainable Energy Manager at Emerson, who will present their net zero roadmap, action plan for reduction emissions, and framework for environmental sustainability. Register here:?https://lnkd.in/gXcdPBxp

Don't miss HIRE360 Partners' upcoming Renewable Energy Contractor Clinic happening October 21! This free event will include presentations on how to register as an Equity Eligible Contractor (EEC), how to participate in the Illinois Shines and Illinois Solar for All Programs, how to access free business advising and small business resources from Cook County Small Business Source, and will include an overview of the grant opportunities by the Department of Commerce & Economic Opportunity. Learn more and register here:?https://lnkd.in/gUj--efy