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Event Date: Thursday, October 24, 2024
Location: Convene 237 Park Avenue, NYC

NESEA's BuildingEnergy NYC conference and trade show is a chance to immerse yourself in a full day of networking and intensive learning with your peers from the fields of design, construction, engineering, policy, finance, and beyond.

The urgency of climate change demands bold action, innovation, and transformative leadership. In recent years, New York and the Northeast have led the country through groundbreaking changes to building codes, energy codes, and financial incentives to support climate adaptation across all sectors. Today, we have an opportunity to push our industry to achieve and even exceed these ambitious mandates. The 2024 BuildingEnergy NYC conference will be a chance to explore both the risks and rewards of moving Beyond Compliance. The day will include:

• 16 Accredited Conference Sessions
• Trade show and Networking Opportunities
• Informative Sponsored Sessions
• Breakfast, Lunch, and Refreshments
• An After Party Event to Celebrate the Conference

We have special discount pricing available for students, emerging professionals, and nonprofit and government employees. Visit our conference pages to learn more, see who is attending, and check out our Trade Show exhibitors. You can also see a list of our sponsors and media partners, who help make this event possible.

If you are a building sustainability professional in any stage of your career, mark your calendar now, and plan to join us on Thursday, October 24, 2024 in New York City.

Join us for a series of informative webinar presentations from our BuildingEnergy NYC sponsors! Webinars will take place on Wednesdays at 1:00pm Eastern, and are free and open to the public:

• 10/9: Decarbonizing New York: Local Law 97 and LEEDv5
  Presented by USGBC
  
  
• 10/16: Shaping the Future of Clean and Resilient Design — How Buildings of Excellence (BOE) and Early Design Support Drive Innovation
  Presented by NYSERDA
  
  
• 10/30: How CPC Climate Capital Supports New Construction and Retrofits for Clean Energy in Multifamily Housing
  Presented by the Community Preservation Corporation
  
  
• 11/13: Optimizing Ventilation for Decarbonization
  Presented by Aeroseal

Event Date: Friday, November 8, 2024
Time: 1pm-5pm
Location: Olivebridge, NY
CEU Information: AIA and Phius (pending)
Cost: $25 Members/$35 Non-Members

In early November, NESEA will be offering our first Pro Tour in the Catskills, showcasing a new construction single-family passive house with its first years’ of performance data.

We’ll start our event with time for networking before our host, DEMO Architects, gives a presentation on the background of the project, including design and construction details of the building and how the structure, envelope, and mechanical systems have performed over the past 3 years. The owner/architect will be leading this presentation, describing the challenges encountered during construction, lessons learned, and the peculiarities of living in a Passive House.

Event Date: Wednesday, October 30, 2024
Time: 4:00-5:00pm
Venue: Online
Cost: Free

Join us for the 2024 NESEA Annual Meeting on Wednesday, October 31.

Whether you’ve been a NESEA Member since the beginning or are just curious about NESEA’s work and mission, this is the event for you. Members and non-members alike are welcome.

NESEA's Executive Director, Board Chair, and Treasurer will provide a report summarizing our last fiscal year (July 1, 2023 - June 30, 2024). In addition to learning about our recent work, participants will have the opportunity to network through virtual breakout rooms.

We hope to see you there! Questions? Contact Kschendel@nesea.org.

BuildingEnergy Access is a NESEA initiative to support the work of WMBEs (women and minority-owned business enterprises) by connecting them with the resources of the NESEA community. Each month, we'll introduce a participating company to the wider NESEA community through a spotlight interview.

We recently sat down with Rachel Stevens of Maple Street Architects, a small, family-owned Northampton, MA-based architecture firm focusing on serving our community with the efficiency and beauty of good design. They offer full architectural services, lightweight design consultation, and everything in between, tailored to the needs of your project.

We discussed their work, running the business, and their impressions of the BuildingEnergy Access program so far. Read more...

Applications are now open for the second cohort of BuildingEnergy Access, a new initiative to support the work of women and minority-owned business enterprises by connecting them with the resources of the NESEA community. In this cohort-based program, business owners receive custom business development services, attend industry events for education and networking, receive marketing opportunities through a spotlight program, and participate in a business-owner peer group to hone their triple bottom lines practices (people, planet, and prosperity).

BuildingEnergy Access is an expansion of existing NESEA programs, supplemented with professional services from our program partner, HELM Construction Solutions. This program is designed to serve businesses led by people who have traditionally been underrepresented in the AEC (architecture, engineering, and construction) space, including people of underrepresented gender and racial identities

Who Should Apply?
Cohort Two will serve companies led by BIPOC (black, indigenous, people of color) individuals, including Latinx-identifying. Because this program is being funded with a grant from the Massachusetts Clean Energy Center, participating companies should be Massachusetts-based, or perform work in Massachusetts with an individual participant residing within the commonwealth. Priority deadline for Cohort 2 is Nov 9. Learn more and apply here.

HVAC U, LLC – Southfield, MI
Sax Design Company - Thetford, VT

See all member organizations on NESEA's Business Member Directory. Learn more about business, academic, and non-profit/government membership on our website.

Deadline extended to Thursday, October 3

NESEA is currently accepting applications for the Fall 2024 BE the Future scholarship cycle from students and emerging professionals, as part of our ongoing efforts to welcome more students and new professionals into our programs and community.

If you are, or know, a current student (including community college, undergraduate, or graduate students) or an emerging professional who could benefit from connection to NESEA's resources and community, please help us spread the word. Because these scholarships do not include travel stipends, the opportunity is intended for individuals in the NYC-metro area or in an easily commutable distance.

Each scholarship includes:

• a pass to BuildingEnergy NYC
• an invitation-only lunch for scholarship recipients and program supporters
• a one year NESEA Membership
• a pass to attend a BuildingEnergy Pro Tour

These scholarships are a great way to attend NESEA events for free and to connect with our community of design, construction, engineering, policy, and finance professionals (among others!) If you are a student, or in the beginning stages of your career, this is a unique opportunity to learn and network.

New this year: students applying for a conference scholarship can also apply to be a part of our fall Energy Leaders Fellowship, an NYC-based mentorship cohort which will build on the success of our Boston-area pilot program. 

Voting is now open for the 2024 NESEA Board of Directors election! This year, five NESEA Members are running for four open seats on the board. Our membership will elect three individuals and the current Board will then appoint one additional board member.

Voting is open to all NESEA Members and closes on October 31. Members will be emailed a link to their ballot to record their votes. If you have questions about membership, or if you did not receive your link, please contact Katie Schendel, Membership Manager, kschendel@nesea.org.

We recently held Pro Tours in New Haven, CT, Greenwood, ME, and Roxbury, MA. Our thanks go out to tour attendees, our hosts, and to our sponsors for making the events so fun and informative.

The ability to post on NESEA's Jobs Board is a benefit of NESEA Business, Academic, and Non-Profit Membership. Here are a few of this month's featured jobs:

Boston, MA: The Massachusetts Clean Energy Center (MassCEC) seeks an Analyst to support the Investments team in sourcing, evaluating, executing and managing venture investments in the most promising clean energy and climate technology companies in Massachusetts. This is an opportunity for a motivated candidate to take on significant responsibilities within a growing organization, develop skills in venture capital, and build a strong network of relationships across the climate-tech and investing sectors. Read more...

New England: The Director of Commercial Sales (DCS) is accountable for managing the Commercial Sales teams by setting and achieving sales volume targets for onsite commercial solar projects that advance ReVision Energy’s mission and long-term Sunshot goals. The Commercial Sales teams span ReVision’s New England service territory and are responsible for customer prospecting, lead generation, and education, as well as project design and pricing, proposal preparation and delivery, contract negotiations and closing. Read more...

Jamaica Plain, MA: We seek a creative, enthusiastic, and experienced Architect/Designer with 4-7 years’ experience in design firms to work closely with the Principal-In-Charge and PM/PAs to assist in the design of K12 and civic projects and/or multi-family housing. Studio G prides itself on a diverse, multi-cultural, and LGBTQ-friendly workplace. We value individuals who offer design creativity, problem-solving and analytical thinking, and collaborative and interpersonal skills. We welcome enterprising staff, providing mentoring and opportunities for professional growth and advancement. Read more...

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Hosting Organization: Quebec Government Office in Boston
Event Date: Wednesday, October 9, 2024
Time: 11:00am-4pm
Cost: Free
Venue: Residence Inn (Great Diamond Room)
Address: 45 Fore Street, Portland, ME 04101

The Québec Wood Export Bureau (QWEB) in conjunction with the Québec Government Office in Boston, is organizing a visit to Maine with a cohort of 9 Québec companies to meet with local stakeholders in Maine such as, but not limited to, architects, developers, general contractors and builders.

Do you have an upcoming construction project and/or are looking to learn more about innovative prefabricated products from Québec? Our Québec suppliers want to meet you!

Space is limited, so please register early to ensure your spot!

Hosting Organization: Passive House Accelerator
Date: October 18, 2024
When: 11:30AM - 5:00PM EDT
Location: online
Cost: $50

NESEA is a proud Community Partner of Reimagine Buildings How To Decarb and we encourage you to attend and share this unique opportunity with friends and colleagues. Attendees will gain the actionable insights and connections needed to create buildings that make a difference.

Through TED Talk-esque presentations, speakers will show how to create the healthiest buildings with the smallest carbon footprint. Learn more...

When: Oct. 21-23
Where: Providence, Rhode Island
Hosting Organization: Phius
Cost: $795

The inaugural Phius Pro Forum will bring together Phius professionals of all skill and experience levels in Providence, Rhode Island to elevate their expertise and share knowledge. Learn more...

Hosting Organization: Gridtech Connect
Date: October 28-30, 2024
Location: Newport Marriott, Newport, RI
Cost: $700

New England is leading the charge towards 100% renewable energy, but significant challenges lie ahead. From the intermittent nature of wind and solar to grid modernization and policy barriers, there's a lot to tackle. Be part of the solution! Connect with industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators as we work together to overcome these obstacles and pave the way for a sustainable future. Don't miss this opportunity to shape the future of clean energy in New England!

The NESEA community is invited to take 20% off registration with the promo code: GTCPART2.

Voting for the NESEA Board of Directors is a member-exclusive benefit. This year, five NESEA Members are running for four open seats and voting is open to all NESEA members until October 31. To have your say, join or renew your membership today. Don’t miss your chance to vote.