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US clean energy projects surged in 2024. Local governments, businesses, and other organizations used federal support to transition to clean energy and bring related benefits to their communities, including lower electricity bills, employment opportunities, and reduced pollution. In Montana, Big Sky Sustainability Network Organization, in partnership with Riverside LLLP, installed solar panels on affordable housing and took advantage of federal incentives with support from RMI’s Clean Energy Academy, reducing residents’ electricity costs. The City of San Antonio, Texas developed one of the largest municipal on-site solar projects in the country, thanks to RMI’s technical assistance. The project will offset 13% of City operations’ electricity consumption and save $7-11 million over its lifetime. The Port of Los Angeles, California – the country’s busiest trade gateway – is planning to upgrade to zero-emissions equipment, infrastructure, and vehicles, as well as support workforce development and community engagement, thanks to the EPA’s Clean Ports Program. Learn more about how RMI helped organizations across the country get the most out of the Inflation Reduction Act in 2024: https://bit.ly/49N2mee

🎉 Happy New Year from all of us at New Buildings Institute! 🌟 As we welcome 2025, we are excited to continue driving innovation and sustainability in the built environment. This year, we remain committed to creating impactful change and promoting a sustainable future for everyone. 🏢🌱 We wish you a year filled with success, joy, and inspiration. #HappyNewYear #Sustainability #BuildingABetterFuture

Now, more than ever, New Buildings Institute and the Getting to Zero Forum are dedicated to making buildings better for people, communities, and the planet. Join us in Los Angeles, CA, April 22-24, 2025 to learn about real-world solutions, create connections, and work together for more affordable, healthier, and resilient communities. Early bird registration is LIVE now through January 18. Act now to secure your spot! 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q030gZCK0 #GettingtoZero #GTZForum #ZeroEmissions #EarlyBird #BuiltEnvironment

Season’s greetings from all of us at New Buildings Institute! 🎄✨ Wishing you a holiday season filled with warmth, joy, and meaningful moments. Here’s to a bright and sustainable new year ahead!

📢 Last chance for the 2025 Getting to Zero Forum Call for Proposals! You still have time to add your voice to the movement to make buildings better for people, communities and the planet. 👉 Submit your proposal and join more than 400 policymakers, designers, building owners, manufacturers, and community-based organizations April 22-24 in Los Angeles, CA to help build more affordable, healthy, and resilient communities. 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02_NVDS0 #gettingtozero #gtzforum #callforspeakers #callforproposals #builtenvironment

Today, we’re pleased to announce a partnership with Google to make it easier for consumers to find skilled contractors for home energy upgrades. From now on, a green Energy Skilled™ identifier will be present on Google Search and Google Maps results to indicate skilled, knowledgeable contractors recognized by the U.S. Department of Energy. Full announcement: https://lnkd.in/gbCRGAWz

We are excited to see Reilly Loveland, the Associate Director of Leadership and Market Development at New Buildings Institute, featured in FacilitiesNet/NFMT! 🌟 In the article "Why ESCOs Help Facility Managers Navigate Energy Projects," Reilly explains how Energy Service Companies (ESCOs) are vital in supporting K-12 school facility managers with energy efficiency and decarbonization projects. By offering expertise and financing options, ESCOs simplify the process of achieving K-12 district sustainability goals while managing the complexities of large-scale energy initiatives. 🔗 Read the full article to learn more: https://hubs.li/Q03070Bf0

Since 2013, the Getting to Zero Forum has been at the forefront of advancing zero emissions buildings. Now, more than ever, we're dedicated to making buildings better for people, communities, and the planet. Join us in Los Angeles, CA, April 22-24, 2025, and help define a new future for the built environment! Early bird registration is LIVE now through January 18. Act now to secure your spot! 🔗 https://hubs.li/Q02_NVyg0 #GettingtoZero #GTZForum #ZeroEmissions #EarlyBird #BuiltEnvironment

New Buildings Institute's Director of Building Innovation, Alexi Miller, PE, was featured in a recent Canary Media Inc. article discussing New York’s groundbreaking competition to spur innovative heat pump technologies for large buildings. This incentivized plan underscores the urgent need for efficient solutions to decarbonize the building sector and tackle fossil fuel emissions. Miller highlights how heat pumps play a pivotal role in achieving sustainability goals while meeting the unique challenges of large-scale applications. Read more: https://hubs.li/Q02_RBs70

Since 2013, the Getting to Zero Forum has been at the forefront of advancing zero emissions buildings. Whether you’re a seasoned expert, a passionate advocate, or a wonky specialist, we want to hear your innovative ideas and solutions for decarbonizing the built environment at the 2025 Getting to Zero Forum. Join us in Los Angeles, CA, April 22-24, 2025, and help define a new future for the built environment! Learn more and submit by December 20 at https://hubs.ly/Q02_NBLD0. #GettingtoZero #GTZForum #callforspeakers #callforproposals #builtenvironment