The Building Innovation Hub provides expert insight into the latest trends in DC-area commercial real estate, focusing on emerging and growing concepts relevant to green buildings, building automation, high-performance design, smart building technology, and more.
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Mary Thomas Named Director of the Building Innovation Hub
Mary Thomas Named Director of the Building Innovation Hub
Reflections On the Green Table Talks Series
The Green Table Talks Series demonstrated that when we create approachable, collaborative spaces, the green building conversation becomes less daunting and more actionable. We’re excited to build on this momentum and continue supporting building stakeholders as they navigate compliance, sustainability, and innovation.
Why Now Is the Best Time for Building Efficiency
While future budgets are uncertain, acting now will reduce uncertainty, and deliver long-term benefits. There is still time to limit risk, and position your organization for future success.
DC Building Performance Regulations: No Delays
DC Council approved the Mayor’s 2026 budget. The Hub shares an update on the future of Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) and Net Zero Energy (NZE) code.
DC Energy Benchmarking Trends Part III: Zooming in on Low Performing Buildings and BEPS Compliance
The Building Innovation Hub breaks down the latest DC benchmarking data, revealing how low-performing buildings are progressing toward BEPS compliance ahead of the 2026 deadline.
Welcome to The Green Table Talk
An unofficial series of conversations about BEPS compliance, efficient buildings, DC sustainability, green jobs, and more!
DC BEPS Explainer: What is Site EUI Adjusted to Current Year?
AOBA and the Building Innovation Hub explain a key performance evaluation metric used for the DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) and how to check your status.
DC Benchmarking Trends Part I: How are Buildings Faring with Respect to BEPS?
AOBA and the Building Innovation Hub break down the latest benchmarking data as it relates to the DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS)
DC Benchmarking Trends Part II: Meeting BEPS Thresholds Year-over-Year
AOBA and the Building Innovation Hub break down the latest benchmarking data as it relates to the DC Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS)
2024 Needs Assessment Summary
Takeaways from a year of listening.
2024 DC BEPS Legislative Changes You Need to Know
On December 17, 2024, the DC Council voted unanimously on legislation that would make a series of technical amendments to the District’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS).
Event Takeaways: Decarbonizing DC
A networking event with discussions on finance, transportation, and complexity in management and infrastructural transformation.
