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Dark mode can save up to 60% of your battery life.
Funding & Financing
Search our database and identify the financial resources you need for your project in DC.
There are numerous incentives to fund and finance your energy efficiency projects. This database provides an overview of the major programs so you can make your project a reality.
Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit
The U.S. Department of Energy’s next Better Buildings & Better Plants Summit will be from May 11-13, 2026, in Arlington, VA. This annual event provides the opportunity for partners and key stakeholders to explore emerging technologies and share innovative strategies in energy efficiency, water and waste reduction, and more. Registration will open in January 2026.
Greenbuild 2026 New York City
The U.S. Green Building Council will host Greenbuild 2026 at the Javits Convention Center in New York City. Greenbuild is a cutting-edge community for green building professionals to improve sustainability, resilience, equity, health, and wellness in the spaces we live, work, play, and learn.
2026 Montgomery County Energy Summit
Connect with 300+ building owners, property managers, and sustainability leaders serving Mongomery County, Maryland at the Montgomery County Energy Summit.
Maryland Benchmarking Office Hours
Starting June 26, join the Building Innovation Hub every Thursday at 2 p.m. for free virtual office hours. Get expert guidance on how to meet Maryland’s new energy benchmarking requirement for buildings over 35,000 sq. ft., due by September 1, 2025. Designed for multifamily property owners, condo boards, and managers.
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.
Green Table Talk: Foundation & Fundamentals
Session 1: Foundations & Fundamentals
What is BEPS? Who does it impact? Why should you care? We’re laying it all out—no jargon, just straight-up facts to help you understand what’s coming and how to stay ahead.
Green Table Talks: Series Overview
Let’s get into it—Green Table Talks is where community meets climate action. Hosted by the Building Innovation Hub, this three-part series is all about cutting through the noise and breaking down what BEPS (that’s Building Energy Performance Standards) really means for your building, your budget, and your block.
Whether you’re a property owner, tenant, manager, or just trying to figure out how all this energy stuff affects your space—we got you.
GHT: Designing for the Future of Education
Fully electrified, designed to achieve ILFI Zero Carbon certification, LEED Platinum (pending), Dedicated Outdoor Air Systems (DOAS), 33 kW PV
Building Vibrance: Improving Quality of Life through the Built Environment in Virginia
By improving health, well-being, and equity for building occupants and their communities, making spaces not just environmentally friendly but also…
Mobilize Frederick Climate Summit
Mobilize Frederick is hosting its 3rd annual Climate Summit, co-sponsored by Hood College, on February 28-March 1, 2025. This year’s theme, “It’s All Connected! How Climate Solutions Work Together for a Better Future” underscores the potential of collective action in addressing the climate crisis. Come learn about climate solutions that you can use to make a difference!
