Missed the Webinar? Scroll Down for a Recap!
Decarbonizing existing buildings presents a range of challenges, but Los Angeles has no shortage of creativity and innovation. As part of the ULI Greenprint’s Global Net Zero Imperative, LABBC partnered with ULI Los Angeles to convene a group of experts to assess the potential of distributed district energy as a strategy to decarbonize Downtown Los Angeles, starting with the cultural and commercial heart of DTLA, Bunker Hill.
Join LABBC’s David Hodgins in conversation with Erin McConahey of Arup and Dan Kelley of CenTrio to learn more about distributed district energy and how your building can take advantage of this exciting opportunity.
Key Takeaways
District cooling frees capacity to electrify heating. A Turnkey offering is possible for buildings with older central plants.
District cooling could enhance decarbonization opportunities for affordable multifamily. Heat pumps provide multiple benefits, including better overall system efficiency.
Policies, rates and incentives are necessary to unlock private investment. Clear policy is needed, supported by a price on carbon and updates to utility rates and incentives.
SPEAKER
Erin McConahey
Principal
Arup
SPEAKER
Dan Kelley
Senior Vice President,
US West Operations
CenTrio
HOST
David Hodgins
Executive Director
LABBC