Thank you to all the partners, Goal Achievers, Better Plants Better Project and Practice Awardees, and attendees for joining us at the 2022 Better Buildings, Better Plants Summit! We hope you enjoyed the event, were able to reconnect with colleagues and peers, and gained valuable resources and insights to inform your work ahead.
Returning to an in-person event this year, the Summit convened thought leaders and industry experts for thought-provoking conversations and engaging sessions to accelerate energy efficiency and decarbonization in the nation’s building stock. Here are some of the highlights from this year’s Summit!
2022 Summit Highlights
Opening Plenary
Secretary of Energy Jennifer Granholm and White House National Climate Advisor Gina McCarthy gave opening remarks, highlighting partner progress and achievements, sharing their thoughts on the intersection of energy independence and national security, and providing insight regarding the nation’s path forward. Watch the Opening Plenary here.
Progress Report
During the Summit, we were excited to share the 2022 Better Buildings Progress Report, featuring partner achievements and Goal Achievers, highlighted solutions and program updates, key findings, and more. Download the full 2022 Better Buildings Progress Report here.
Executive Panel: Leadership in Decarbonization and Energy Efficiency
Better Buildings and Better Plants partners from the industrial, local government, multifamily, and commercial sectors discussed key trends and the need for widespread collaboration to accelerate progress and combat climate change in this executive panel. Watch the Executive Panel here.
Hearing from the Experts: Emerging Technologies and Things to Watch
Experts from the Department of Energy’s National Labs convened in a panel to explore what’s new and what’s next in technologies and trends. From advanced building controls to grid integration tactics and more, these senior leaders provided insight into their work and shared opportunities for partners to collaborate. Watch the Expert Panel here.
Networking Reception
After two years of virtual events, we returned to an in-person setting to reconnect with peers and friends and build new relationships. Attendees discussed progress and exchanged strategies to learn how others are approaching efficiency and decarbonization.