Better Buildings Initiative partners are leaders in decarbonization, energy and water efficiency, and waste reduction across both public and private sectors. They stand as examples for their peers and DOE highlights and recognizes their achievements and innovative, industry-leading projects in the following ways.
Better Buildings Goal Achievers
Better Buildings Goal Achievers have met their Better Climate Challenge to reduce GHG emissions by 50% in 10 years and/or their Better Buildings Challenge or Better Plants Challenge commitment to reduce their portfolio-wide energy use by 20% - 25% in 10 years or less.
Better Project & Better Practice Awards
These annual awards recognize partners for innovative and industry-leading accomplishments in implementing decarbonization, energy and water efficiency, or waste reduction projects/practices. The Better Project Award recognizes outstanding accomplishments at individual facilities, and the Better Practice Award recognizes the implementation of practices and procedures more broadly.
Decarbonization Download
This video blog series highlights the important work of our carbon reduction partners, who share takeaways, best practices, and actionable steps you can use today to reduce carbon emissions in your buildings and plants.