Open and accessible programming
The Center for Energy and the Built Environment (CEBE) hosts webinars, public events, workshops, and applied learning programs that connect students, professionals, policymakers, industry leaders, and regional partners around practical questions in energy, infrastructure, buildings, sustainability, and community development. Our programming is designed to bridge theory and practice by fostering meaningful dialogue, highlighting emerging challenges and opportunities, and creating pathways for collaboration across sectors. Through panel discussions, speaker series, community partnerships, and hands-on student engagement opportunities, CEBE aims to serve as a regional hub for thoughtful, solutions-oriented conversations about the future of the built environment and energy systems.
We welcome opportunities to collaborate with organizations, municipalities, companies, nonprofits, and community groups interested in developing programming, sponsoring events, supporting student engagement, or partnering on shared initiatives. To explore collaboration opportunities, please contact Associate Director Max Clark at mclark@washjeff.edu .
Upcoming programs

August 12, 2026
Built to Last? Understanding America's School Building Crisis
Featuring: Dr. Corey Young, Mary Filardo, & Tim Shrom
Join us for Built to Last? Understanding America's School Building Crisis, a free webinar exploring the condition of America's K-12 school buildings and the challenges facing school infrastructure. Hear from nationally recognized experts Mary Filardo, Tim Shrom, and Dr. Corey Young as they examine school facilities through federal, state, and research perspectives, followed by a moderated discussion on what these findings mean for districts, policymakers, and communities. Register today to reserve your spot.
Past programs and events
June 24, 2026
Getting the Most from Your Building: Smart Assessment and Monitoring
Jim Armstrong, Siemens
Building commissioning helps ensure that building systems are planned, installed, tested, optimized, and monitored so they operate as intended. Through smart assessment, system optimization, performance documentation, and ongoing monitoring, commissioning projects can reduce energy costs, improve occupant comfort, and support long-term building performance.
The webinar is free and open to the public. Continuing Legal Education approval is available in Pennsylvania, West Virginia, and Ohio. Contact the Washington County Bar Association at wcba@washcobar.org for CLE information.


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