Smart Buildings Center Technical Webinar Series

BOC offers live instructional webinars throughout the year to keep you informed on the latest best practices, trends, and technologies that will help you save energy and run your facility at optimal efficiency. Learn practical solutions to deal with the energy hogs in your building from industry experts.

For the BOC graduate, successful completion of the webinar and accompanying quiz provides 1.5 points towards maintaining your BOC Credential and .15 IACET CEU’s towards the renewal of other industry certifications, certificates and licenses.

2025 Recorded Webinars

• Retrofitting Fossil Fuel-Based Equipment with Heat Pumps

  The electrification of fossil fuel-based heating systems will play a significant role in building decarbonization efforts. This webinar will showcase a case study example of a facility that retrofitted their fossil fuel-based equipment with heat pumps and discuss the resulting benefits. (Recorded May 21, 2025)

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• Developing a Decarbonization Plan for Your Building

  This webinar will highlight actionable insights from case studies examining how various owners are decarbonizing their buildings. A high-level overview of the applied strategies will encourage attendees to think about how similar measures could be leveraged in their facilities to develop a successful decarbonization plan. (Recorded February 19, 2025).

  Presenters: Marie Munn, San Timoteo Energy Associates; Melanie Danuser, Smart Buildings Center

• Smart Pumps, Motors & Drives

  More than just a drive, smart pumps feature advanced software and integrated, performance-mapped controls that operate the pump at peak efficiency without requiring pressure sensors in the system. On multi-pump systems, the software will run the most efficient combination of pumps to meet the load. And since the controls are built directly onto the pump, installation costs are lower than those of a wall-mounted drive. Join this webinar to learn more about how smart pumps can benefit your building. (Recorded March 19, 2025)

  Presenters: Corie Luker, Resource Innovations; Chris Jostol, Mechanical Sales; Warren Fish, Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance

• Artificial Intelligence and the Future of Building Controls & Security

  Artificial Intelligence (AI) is transforming building automation systems (BAS) and smart buildings by enhancing efficiency, security, and occupant comfort. This webinar will explore some of the potential benefits, challenges, and technical considerations for utilizing AI in BAS.(Recorded April 16, 2025).

  Presenter: Erin Ray, Trane Technologies

• Strategies to Help Reduce Peak Energy Use

  Reducing a facility’s peak energy use can provide significant savings, especially during peak demand events when electricity prices may be higher. This webinar will explore key strategies to help identify and address peak energy usage, including practical tools, technologies, and real-world examples. Attendees will gain insights into energy management best practices, cost-reduction opportunities, and how to implement effective peak demand solutions tailored to their facility’s unique needs. (Recorded September 17, 2025)

• Building Walkthrough - Finding Energy Waste

  This webinar will provide a guide for conducting a building walkthrough, aimed at identifying inefficiencies in building systems and the building envelope. The session will also cover proven strategies and practical solutions to improve overall building performance, reduce energy consumption, and lower operating costs. By incorporating real-world examples, this webinar will equip attendees with actionable knowledge to assess their facilities effectively and implement energy-saving measures. (Recorded October 15, 2025)