NOVEMBER 17-19 | ONLINE
Hosted by
Montgomery County
Department of Environmental Protection &
USGBC National Capital Region
ABOUT
WHEN
November 17-19
WHERE
Online
ABOUT THE SUMMIT
For the past six years and counting, the Montgomery County Energy Summit has annually offered cutting-edge education focused on the latest trends in commercial energy efficiency, renewable energy, and related issues in Montgomery County. Our core audience includes building owners, property managers, energy contractors, and other green building professionals working in the County and the larger DMV area.
Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, this year's Summit will take place virtually over 3 days, Nov. 17-19. Tickets may be purchased individually for each day, or attendees can buy a Full Summit Pass and save.
New for 2020, we are thrilled to announce that we are adding sessions exploring energy in the residential sector, including relevant topics for developers, building operators, and residents. The theme for this year’s Summit is “A Path to Zero.” We will explore strategies, technologies, and case studies focused on the commercial, multifamily, and residential built environment that are moving the needle towards achieving the County’s ambitious climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
The Summit will include breakout education sessions, networking salons featuring the latest in sustainable products and services, a virtual happy hour on Tuesday, and a virtual Energy Roadshow on Thursday. Education sessions have been approved for GBCI continuing education credits, and attendees may earn up to 9.0 general GBCI CEs over the course of all 3 days (3.0 CEs per day).
COST
Full Summit Pass - $75
Day 1 Pass - $40
Day 2 Pass - $25
Day 3 Pass - $25
Energy Roadshow - Free
CALL FOR PROPOSALS
The Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) and the Montgomery County Committee (MCC) of USGBC National Capital Region (USGBC NCR) invite proposals for educational presentations at their 2020 Montgomery County Energy Summit. The theme for this year’s Summit is “A Path to Zero.” We will explore strategies, technologies, and case studies focused on the commercial, multifamily, and residential built environment that are moving the needle towards achieving the County’s ambitious climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
Potential topics for presentations include, but are not limited to, the following:
Net Zero Construction | Resilience & Climate Adaption | Emerging Technologies
Measurable & Successful Energy Management | Tenant Engagement | Innovative Financing Solutions
Design & Construction Best Practices | Case Studies
THE CALL FOR PROPOSALS IS NOW CLOSED.
AN AGENDA OF SELECTED SESSIONS WILL BE POSTED BELOW SHORTLY.
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AGENDA
The theme of the 2020 Montgomery County Energy Summit is "A Path to Zero." We will explore strategies, technologies, and case studies focused on the commercial, multifamily, and residential built environment that are moving the needle towards achieving the County’s ambitious climate goal of carbon neutrality by 2035.
We are currently in the process of reconfirming sessions that were accepted for the original event date in April 2020. Sessions marked "TBD" below will be updated shortly, so please check back. Each session has been approved for 1.0 general GBCI CE. Recordings of select sessions will be available to attendees after the event.
Full descriptions of the sessions listed below, including speakers, can be accessed here. The agenda below is subject to change.
TUESDAY, NOVEMBER 17
9:30 to 10:00 am
OPENING
Welcome, Mark Bryan, Director, USGBC National Capital Region
Overview of County Sustainability Priorities, Adam Ortiz, Director, Montgomery County DEP
Remarks, Marc Elrich, Montgomery County Executive
Remarks, William Ellis, Regional Vice President of External Affairs, Pepco
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Affordable Housing: Addressing Energy Efficiency in Rental & Homeownership Properties
Getting to Net Zero Energy Buildings: A 12-Step Program
1:00 to 2:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
A Net Zero Retrofit Idea Exchange: From Scientific Inception to Construction
Residential Energy Efficiency Financing Solutions
2:30 to 3:30 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Sustain to Maintain: Montgomery County's Path to a Sustainable Future
The Risks of Net Zero Energy
4:30 to 5:30 pm
VIRTUAL NETWORKING HAPPY HOUR
WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 18
9:30 to 10:00 am
OPENING
Welcome, Lindsey Robinett Shaw, Energy & Sustainability Programs Manager, Montgomery County DEP
Remarks, Tom Hucker, Montgomery County Council
Keynote, Casey Anderson, Chair of the Montgomery Co. Planning Board and the Maryland-National Capital Park and Planning Commission
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Designing a Home for the Future Energy Grid
A Path to Zero: Are We Regionally Codified?
1:00 to 2:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
A Map to Existing Building Efficiency (Using ASHRAE Standard 100)
Beyond Net-Zero: Grid Independent & Off Grid Homes
2:30 to 3:30 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Demystifying Electric Vehicle Infrastructure in the Multi-Unit Dwelling Sector
Embodied Carbon and LCA: Tools to Reduce Environmental Impacts of the Real Estate Industry
THURSDAY, NOVEMBER 19
11:00 am to 12:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
The Foundation of Net Zero Design: What Architects Need to Know
Saving Energy & Money with Washington Gas in Residential & Multifamily Properties
1:00 to 2:00 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Changing Homes, Changing Minds: Rockville Residents Get on Board with Energy Efficiency
Getting the Most from Urban Geothermal Heating & Cooling Systems
2:30 to 3:30 pm
EDUCATION SESSIONS
Developing Community Solar in Montgomery County: A Paddington Square Apartments Case Study
Energy Conservation Measures: What has the Biggest Impact?
4:00 to 5:30 pm
SCHOLARSHIPS
Limited scholarships are now available for students and emerging professionals! Thank you to our sponsors for making these scholarships possible.
SPONSORSHIP
Show your support for sustainability and reach a target audience of
green building professionals and energy specialists as a Montgomery County Energy Summit sponsor or exhibitor.
Contact Mark Bryan, Director, USGBC National Capital Region, for more information.
2020 SPONSORS
ABOUT MONTGOMERY COUNTY
DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL PROTECTION (DEP)
The mission of the Montgomery County Department of Environmental Protection (DEP) is to enhance the quality of life in our community by protecting and improving Montgomery County's air, water, and land in a sustainable way while fostering smart growth, a thriving economy, and healthy communities.
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USGBC NATIONAL CAPITAL REGION
Part of the U.S. Green Building Council's large network helping to advance sustainable places to live and work nationwide, USGBC National Capital Region is working to make green, healthy, and resilient buildings a reality for all in the greater Washington, DC area.
