Reducing Embodied Carbons Key to Achieving Net-Zero Status

News / June 22, 2023

Published by Facilites Net: NBI’s Webly Bowles speaks with Facilities Net about strategies that managers can use to lessen the impact of embodied carbon resources in their buildings.

DOE Program Provides Boost for 25 School Districts

News / June 20, 2023

Published by Facilities Net: Energy manager training is conducted with the aid of organizations such as the New Buildings Institute, and ICF International through a series of virtual courses including training on topics such as finding funding and stakeholder engagement.

The urgency of cooling access: Ensuring resilience and promoting equity in the U.S.

News / June 14, 2023

Published by Refigeration Industry: Financial assistance programs can help low-income households purchase energy-efficient, climate-friendly cooling appliances (like efficient air conditioners or heat pumps) that cost less to operate due to reduced energy consumption. Similar programs can also provide low-income households with...

Yay, Your Building Is Net Zero! Meaning… What Exactly?

News / June 14, 2023

Published by Building Green: Many of ASHRAE’s own technical and energy-efficiency standards have been looking to include net-zero language and options as well, according to Jim Edelson, director of policy at New Buildings Institute (NBI) and a member of the...

Dear Decaturish – Getting City Schools of Decatur to net-zero emissions

News / June 14, 2023

Published by Decaturish: This article mentions a Getting to Zero Forum panel discussion, “Catalyzing on Student Energy to Achieve Net Zero,” moderated by NBI’s Reilly Loveland that discussed the value of student advocacy in building better environments for education, using...

All-Electric Commercial Kitchens

Webinar / July 26, 2023 @ 12:00 pm - 1:30 pm PDT

Commercial kitchen electrification is a critical component of building decarbonization but is often thought of as a stumbling block due to its perceived expense, complexity and the affinity of the restaurant industry for gas powered cooking equipment. This webinar explores…

Reflections on the 2023 Forum: Equitable decarbonization, showcasing innovation, and supporting the next generation

Post / June 5, 2023

With historic federal funding setting the stage, the seventh iteration of the Getting to Zero Forum was an opportunity to convene at a pivotal time, when there is more support and resources for decarbonizing the built environment than ever before....

Net Zero Conference

Event / September 13, 2023 - September 14, 2023

The Net Zero Conference has been bringing together climate leaders to build a net zero, decarbonized future for a decade. We showcase the latest on: Carbon + Climate + Equity + ESG + Net Zero + Resilience

Podcast: Transformative Leadership in Business— Identifying and Addressing the Barriers for Decarbonizing the Built Environment

News / May 9, 2023

In this episode, Bill interviews Ralph DiNola, CEO of the New Buildings Institute (NBI), an organization that works collaboratively with industry market players to promote advanced design practices, innovative technologies, public policies, and programs that improve energy efficiency and decarbonize...

Zero Emission Building New Construction Guide

Guideline / May 4, 2023

Zero Emission Building New Construction Guide: This guide supports compliance with the Santa Monica ZEB Code and EV Charger Reach Code by providing guidance for meeting all of their requirements, including All-Electric Design, EV charging spaces, and tips to maximize…

Port of Camas-Washougal solar project planned in partnership with Clark Public Utilities

News / May 4, 2023

Published by The Columbian: Community Solar East came after the port collaborated with New Buildings Institute, a Portland-based energy performance nonprofit, in 2022 to compile resources to help agencies and businesses reduce their carbon footprint. The document outlines energy efficiency,...

Pueblo Community Health’s new East Side Clinic is first zero energy health center in U.S.

News / April 24, 2023

Published by The Pueblo Chieftain: Pueblo Community Health Center’s new East Side Clinic received its net zero verification from New Buildings Institute, which is believed to use the “gold standard” in gauging net-zero facilities. In the clinic’s first year, it...

2023 Getting to Zero Forum Brings Together Leading Experts to Share Climate Solutions in the Built Environment

News / April 13, 2023

2023 Getting to Zero Forum Brings Together Leading Experts to Share Climate Solutions in the Built Environment  The premier event dedicated to building decarbonization invites interested parties to join virtually or in-person in Minneapolis, May 10-12. MINNEAPOLIS, Apr. 13, 2023...

Continuing Education: Architects Zero in on Zero to Define Building Performance

News / April 3, 2023

Published by Architectural Record: What do we mean when we call something “zero carbon”? Its definition is self-evident, like “gluten free” or “tax-deductible.” But does the term need a qualifier? The contributors to a building’s carbon output can be broken...

Podcast: The Intersection of Getting to Zero and ESG

News / March 8, 2023

This special podcast episode, The Intersection of Getting to Zero and ESG, was created in collaboration with USGBC. In honor of International Women’s Day, NBI’s Leada Fuller-Marashi sits down with Melissa Baker, Senior Vice President, Technical Core at USGBC and...

Recently Verified Projects from CIRRUS Low Carbon

News / March 6, 2023

The CIRRUS™ Low Carbon program charts a practical and actionable course to a low carbon future. Using a low carbon design specification, developed collaboratively by PACE Equity and New Buildings Institute, CIRRUS Low Carbon provides lower interest rates to developers...

Why we can’t solve the climate crisis without schools — and teachers

News / March 2, 2023

Published by the Los Angeles Times: A a new report — released Thursday and shared exclusively with The Times — explores how K-12 schools can educate students about climate change, while contributing to climate solutions themselves. It’s a fascinating read,...

Breaking new ground: How Willowbrook Wildlife Center will cut energy use

News / February 22, 2023

Published by Daily Herald: New Buildings Institute recognizes 16 verified and emerging net-zero energy buildings in the state of Illinois. Willowbrook Wildlife Center will be the first net-zero development in the Forest Preserve District of DuPage County as part of...

Relevant 2023 ESG Strategies Needed

News / December 9, 2022

Published by StarProperty: The United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27), which was recently concluded on Nov 18 2022 in Egypt, has resulted in countries delivering a package of decisions that reaffirmed their commitment to limit global temperature rise to 1.5°C...

The Next Level: Next Gen Workforce

News / November 30, 2022

A recent article in NESEA’s BuildingEnergy magazine was written by Senior Project Manager Leada Fuller-Marashi. The article profiles the success of the Next Gen program. Learn more in the link below, starting on page 62 of the publication.

50 Sustainability Organizations For Architects Around the World

News / November 18, 2022

Published by Architizer: At this point, every practicing architect should know that the design and construction industry accounts for over 40% of global carbon emissions. Over the past few decades, as awareness about how the industry is helping to fuel...

FACT SHEET: Progress on Biden-⁠Harris Action Plan for Building Better School Infrastructure

News / October 26, 2022

Published by the White House: Today, Vice President Harris will provide a six-month progress report on the Biden-⁠Harris Action Plan for Building Better School Infrastructure, outlining a series of actions from across the Administration to upgrade our public schools with healthy,...

Agora Theatre redevelopment project wins energy-efficiency financing

News / October 19, 2022

Published by Cleveland Business Journal: A $15.5 million redevelopment project at the historic Agora Theatre and Ballroom complex in Cleveland’s MidTown neighborhood has qualified for a new type of low-interest financing based on its future energy efficiency. “This is a...

$15.5 million renovation underway for Agora Theater complex

News / October 19, 2022

Published by ABC News 5 Cleveland: Nearly 50 market-rate apartments as well as renovated office and restaurant spaces are expected at the Agora Theater complex, thanks in part to recently secured financing for the more than $15 million project. Shawn...

Cleveland’s Agora Complex becomes the first project in the nation to access CIRRUS Low Carbon financing

News / October 19, 2022

Renew Partners leverages the low cost of capital financing to lower the carbon footprint of the iconic building in Cleveland’s Midtown neighborhood     CLEVELAND [Oct. 19, 2022] — A Cleveland building most well-known for hosting the likes of The Ramones and...

Embodied Carbon: Deeper Decarbonization of the Built Environment

Webinar / December 13, 2022 @ 11:00 am - 12:00 pm PST

The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) allocates billions of dollars toward low-embodied carbon material procurement, documentation, and labeling as new policies seek low-carbon solutions. As materials and construction account for 11% of global carbon emissions, the building community must reduce this…

Will the Inflation Reduction Act Accelerate Decarbonization Within the Real Estate Industry?

News / September 9, 2022

Published by Propmodo: Buried within the 730-page Inflation Reduction Act that Congress recently passed is a dizzying array of proposals that directly and indirectly impact the commercial real estate sector. It also includes corporate tax reform, a huge expansion of...

It’s About Progress, Not Perfection, in Real Estate Net-Zero Pledges

News / August 26, 2022

Published by Propmodo: The term “net-zero” is everywhere, including in the real estate industry. It’s hard to avoid, even if people may not know how to define it. Solemn “net-zero by 2050” oaths have filled newsfeeds and become a call...

How can schools help climate change?

News / August 22, 2022

Published by Market Business News: Schools play a major part to play in diminishing emanations of unsafe ozone depleting substances that cause an over-burden of carbon dioxide. Learn Now is environmentally friendly. The country’s schools yearly produce as much carbon...

Net Zero Buildings Week Spotlights Heroes, Resources

Post / July 14, 2022

During the second Net Zero Buildings Week , June 13-17, over 250 partners (see list below) shared stories, building project examples, and resources about net zero energy and carbon neutral buildings on social media. This year’s theme “Net Zero Heroes” worked...