U.S. GREEN BUILDING COUNCIL PRESENTS:
Advancing Existing Building Performance with AI
From value to scale: readiness, trust, and responsible adoption
Artificial intelligence is rapidly reshaping how buildings are operated but most organizations are still navigating how to apply it effectively.
This series explores how AI and digital tools can transform existing building performance by turning fragmented data into actionable insights, improving decision-making, and enabling continuous improvement across energy, carbon, and occupant outcomes.
Focused on real-world application—not just technology—this program examines what it takes to implement AI responsibly at scale, from data readiness to governance, workflows, and performance measurement.
Register now for the 6-part webinar series!
Every Wednesday • 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST
May 20 – June 24, 2026 • Online
ABOUT THE SERIES
Through a curated set of webinars, panels, and workshops, this series builds a shared understanding of how AI can support better performance in existing buildings. It focuses on real-world applications and gives decision-makers practical tools and insights to evaluate and apply AI in their day-to-day operations.
The series looks at how AI can turn building data into useful information that supports smarter decisions across energy use, carbon reduction, occupant experience, and overall building performance. It also addresses what it actually takes to put these solutions into practice, including data readiness, system integration, team workflows, governance, cybersecurity, and how to measure results.
This is part of an annual USGBC series that explores key topics shaping the built environment. Each cohort moves from foundational concepts into more detailed discussions on implementation, governance, and emerging approaches. The goal is to help participants move from early interest to clear, practical next steps for using AI to improve existing building performance.
REPLAY CONTENT FOR UP TO 30 DAYS
Access on-demand session recordings and resources after each session to revisit key concepts or catch up on anything you missed.
EARN GBCI CONTINUING EDUCATION (CE) CREDIT
Earn up to 10+ CE credits while gaining practical knowledge you can apply immediately in your work.
PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS
COHORT-BASED LEARNING EXPERIENCE
Join a consistent group of peers across the full series to build shared context, exchange perspectives, and deepen learning over time.
LIVE LEARNING WITH REAL WORLD CASE INSIGHTS
Hear directly from practitioners applying AI in building operations, with time for live Q&A and discussion. Learn what worked, what didn’t, and how others are approaching similar challenges.
PRACTICAL TAKEWAYS YOU CAN USE IMMEDIATELY
Each session is designed to leave you with clear next steps, including decision criteria, common pitfalls to avoid, and approaches you can apply to your own buildings or portfolio.
TOOLS, FRAMEWORKS, & RESOURCES
Access curated resources, including checklists, implementation guidance, and session summaries to support continued learning.
END OF SERIES SHOWCASE
See how concepts come together through real applications, solution pathways, and practical examples shared in the final session.
CONNECTION BEYOND THE SERIES
Opportunities to stay engaged through shared insights, follow-up resources, and continued conversation with peers and contributors.
6-PART SERIES OVERVIEW
MAY 20 – JUNE 24, 2026 • EVERY WEDNESDAY FROM 11:00 AM – 12:30 PM EST • ONLINE
WEEK ONE | MAY 20, 2026
ALIGN
Flagship Forum: Operationalizing AI in Existing Buildings
Establish a shared understanding of where AI delivers value today, key challenges, and what success looks like in real building operations.
WEEK TWO | MAY 27, 2026
PROVE VALUE
Deep Dive: Where AI Delivers Measurable Impact
Explore real use cases where AI improves operational decisions, performance outcomes, and efficiency beyond traditional approaches.
WEEK THREE | JUNE 3, 2026
BUILD READINESS
Deep Dive: Readiness Across Buildings, Systems, and Teams
Learn what needs to be in place to apply AI effectively, including data, systems, workflows, and team capacity.
WEEK FOUR | JUNE 10, 2026
CONNECT
Peer Discussion and Networking
Engage in small-group discussions with peers and contributors to share challenges, compare approaches, and build connections across the cohort.
WEEK FIVE | JUNE 17, 2026
ENSURE TRUST
Deep Dive: Responsible AI and Operational Risk
Understand how to manage risk, ensure credible performance, and apply AI in ways that are secure, transparent, and accountable.
WEEK SIX | JUNE 24, 2026
MOVE TO ACTION
Showcase + Synthesis: From Insight to Implementation
See how organizations are applying AI in practice and walk away with clear next steps to move from interest to execution.
PRICING
Includes all 6 sessions, live discussions with industry experts, cohort-based learning, networking, on-demand access through August 1, session resources, GBCI CE credits, and the final showcase.
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*To obtain the Students/Emerging Professionals or group discount (5+) pricing, please email us at events@usgbc.org.