Building Decarbonization at Scale

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USGBC U.S. Green Building Council

Join Amazon, Prologis, Schneider Electric and USGBC for a dynamic panel and interactive discussion exploring decarbonization at scale.

Los Angeles Convention Center

Building Decarbonization at Scale: Strategies from Amazon, Schneider Electric, Prologis and the 2026 World CupThursday, November 6, 2025 | 2:30 PM - 5:00 PM | Room: 150 BC DescriptionHow can we accelerate decarbonization of existing buildings? Join Amazon, Prologis, Schneider Electric, and USGBC for a dynamic panel and interactive discussion exploring real-world strategies across diverse portfolios, from data centers to stadiums. Learn how leaders are tackling electrification, refrigerant management, low-carbon materials, and smart systems. Discover AI-driven tools, financing innovations, and policy levers driving change. Then, roll up your sleeves to help solve the industry’s biggest decarbonization challenges. Whether you're managing offices, logistics hubs, or sports venues, this session offers actionable insights and collaboration opportunities to move your building portfolio toward a low-carbon future. Panelists<ul><li>Ric Cochrane, Program Director - Building Decarbonization, The Climate Pledge (moderator)</li><li>Andrew Rhodes, Principal Sustainability Engineer, Amazon</li><li>Efrie Escott, AIA, LFA, LCACP, LEED Fellow, Sustainability Transformation Leader, Digital Energy, Schneider Electric</li><li>Forrest Etter, Director of Design and Construction Innovation, Prologis</li><li>Stephanie Hallinan, Associate Director, U.S. Market Transformation and Development, U.S. Green Building Council</li></ul> Run of show2:30 – 2:40pm: Opening Remarks2:40 – 2:50pm: Setting the Stage: Building Sector2:50 – 3:40pm: Fire-Side Chat: Building Decarbonization at Scale3:40 – 4:20pm: Workshop – Driving Innovation in Existing Buildings4:20 – 4:30pm: Closing Remarks4:30 – 5:30pm: Networking RegistrationGreenbuild registration is not required. Attendees not registered for a Greenbuild conference pass must register for a free Expo Hall pass <a href="https://informaconnect.com/greenbuild/" title="https://informaconnect.com/greenbuild/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">here</a> (https://informaconnect.com/greenbuild/) using the following comp code: HOSTCMTEEXThis will ensure your access to the convention center, and also allow you to join our industry on the expo floor for additional networking and educational opportunities.

Thank you to our sponsor and host: <a href="https://www.theclimatepledge.com/" title="https://www.theclimatepledge.com/" target="_blank" data-msys-clicktrack="0" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer">The Climate Pledge</a>

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