Smart Buildings Center

Smart Buildings Center (SBC) is a non-profit organization based in Seattle, Washington, dedicated to fostering growth and innovation within the Northwest's energy efficiency industry. With a team of 5 to 9 employees, SBC plays a vital role in connecting industry players, raising awareness about energy efficiency solutions, and providing valuable resources to address key challenges. SBC's mission centers around building owner and investor confidence in energy efficiency projects. They achieve this by promoting a shift from predicted to measured energy savings. To support this goal, SBC implements several key initiatives. These include creating a vendor-neutral platform for monitoring and showcasing project, building, and technology performance. Additionally, SBC establishes regional partnerships to rigorously evaluate innovative energy efficiency technologies in real-world building settings. They also spotlight innovative companies' products and services and organize industry events and programs that unite the entire building energy community. SBC actively collaborates with building owners, regional leaders, and policymakers to bolster confidence in the potential savings of energy efficiency projects. Interested parties can connect with Smart Buildings Center through their website at smartbuildingscenter.org.