There are many different ways to participate in the U.S. Department of Energy’s Better Buildings & Better Plants Initiative. Through this program, commercial, public, industrial, and residential organizations share their proven energy reduction strategies and inspire others to tap into the continued potential for energy savings. For more information, view the Better Buildings & Better Plants Initiative Overview and FAQ. Learn about our challenges and other opportunities to participate below and contact us if you have questions.
Better Buildings Challenge
This leadership initiative challenges CEOs and executives of leading U.S. companies, university presidents, state and local government leaders, and multifamily housing and building owners to commit their organizations to reduce energy use by at least 20% within 10 years and to share their strategies and results. The Better Buildings Challenge has amassed hundreds of partners across nine key market sectors.
Better Plants Challenge
The Better Plants Challenge invites CEOs and executives of leading industrial sector companies to drive energy intensity reduction, reliability, and competitiveness across U.S. manufacturing and wastewater treatment facilities. Through the Better Plants Challenge, partners voluntarily commit to reduce energy intensity across their U.S. portfolio by at least 25% over a 10-year period and share their strategies and results. To date, hundreds of industrial organizations have joined the Better Plants Challenge.
More Ways to Participate
Better Buildings & Better Plants partners have multiple additional avenues for working with DOE.
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