Is there a live Zoom option available?

Although we want as many people to join in on the fun, we are intentionally committed to being an in-person event at this time.

Is there public transporation nearby?

The SPUR office is about 900 feet, or a 4 minute walk from the Montgomery BART station.

Will you be checking tickets at the door?

Yes! We will be checking you in via your Eventbrite registration at the door. No need to print anything out, your name will suffice if you've registered on Eventbrite.

There is limited parking near the SPUR Urban Center, so we recommend attendees use public transportation. We are a 3-4 minute walk from Montgomery St BART and an 8 minute walk from the Salesforce Transit Center. The SFMoMa has a parking garage on 147 Minna St, which is a 2 minute walk from SPUR

Where is the SPUR office within the building?

There will be a registration table at the entrance on the ground floor, and no code needed to enter. Doors will open 15 minutes prior to the event for registration at the main entrance. From there, attendees can take the elevator or stairs to the 2nd floor where the event will take place.

The Policy Innovation Gap: How Companies and Regulators Can Align

By Building Decarbonization Clubhouse

Overview

Explore how public-private innovation can close climate policy gaps, boost compliance, and accelerate the clean energy transition.

As gas furnaces are phased out, companies like Gradient and Venaera—both part of USGBC’s Net Zero Accelerator cohort—are pioneering easy-to-install, energy-efficient heat pumps that make building retrofits more feasible than ever. Join us for a lively discussion on how public and private leaders are closing policy gaps, supporting compliance, and accelerating the clean energy transition.

Speakers

Vincent Romanin, Gradient
Jordan Sotudeh, Venaera
Timothy Minezaki, San Francisco Public Utilities Commission
Moderated by Sam Fishman, SPUR

🤝 Connect and Collaborate: This is your chance to network with the best in the business. Share ideas, forge partnerships, and discover new opportunities in the electrification landscape.

🍴 Light Refreshments: While the focus is on networking and knowledge, we'll have some light bites available for when you need a quick recharge.

Downtown First Thursdays will also be happening in the area that night (and that can make driving/parking more challenging.) We also recommend that people attend the event and then check it out afterwards.

Category: Science & Tech, High Tech

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Highlights

2 hours
ages 21+
In person
Doors at 5:30 PM

Location

SPUR - 2nd Floor

654 Mission Street

San Francisco, CA 94105

How do you want to get there?

Driving Public transport Biking Walking

Agenda

5:30 PM - 6:15 PM

Vendor Showcase

Join us for an evening of good conversation, good company, and good food with fellow East Bay building professionals! Get your electrification technology questions answered by our vendor showcase representatives.

6:15 PM - 7:30 PM

Panel and Q&A

This panel explores how innovative technologies and collaborative partnerships between public and private entities can help meet urgent climate policy goals. Speakers will examine where gaps exist, how companies can support compliance and transition, and what role policymakers, regulators, and agencies can play in driving innovation forward.

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