Each year, a handful of standout leaders in commercial building energy efficiency are honored with a BetterBricks Award. These teams and individuals hold the belief that an energy efficient built environment goes beyond good business sense and benefits all aspects of sustainability. Register today to attend the Oregon/SW Washington or Puget Sound BetterBricks Awards.

We have all heard that our buildings consume more than 40 percent of the energy used in the U.S. - approximately half is used in the commercial sector alone. Needless to say, the pressure is on to address the energy needs of our built environment.

There's a cascade of change taking place within the commercial building industry. Whether it was born out of volatile energy markets, catalyzed by AIA's 2030 Challenge, or validated by building owners who voluntarily disclose energy use before it becomes mandatory, one thing is certain: the opportunity energy efficiency offers to both the bottom line and the environment is unmatched. And it will take leaders from across professions to collaborate, take charge, and ultimately get us there quickly.

The BetterBricks Awards salute the individuals leading the way for high performance commercial buildings with an emphasis on energy efficiency. From the building owners who pay for them, to the designers and engineers who design them, to the building operations staff and service professionals who keep them running at peak performance - all have critical roles to play. The annual BetterBricks Awards celebrate the people behind the best projects in the Northwest. The result: a greater number of buildings that offer improved energy efficiency, bottom line benefits and a reduced carbon footprint. The BetterBricks Awards take place in Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Montana. 

The keynote will be given by David Bragdon, Director of Mayor Bloomberg's Office of Long-Term Planning & Sustainability and former Metro Council President.  In this role, David oversees implementation of PlaNYC, the Bloomberg Administration's 132-initiative strategy for making New York City a greater and greener place.

Date: February 9th, 2012 @ 7:30 AM

Location: Hilton Hotel and Executive Tower

Cost: $45 per person or $400 per table, Register here.