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Reframe is the monthly podcast about rethinking #buildings and #sustainability, and how the built environment can be reimagined for the future.

#EnergyEfficiency #GreenBuildings #BuildingDecarb #SmartBuildings
Not new news, but still pretty incredible—All of Chicago’s city buildings run on renewable energy powered by “the largest solar farm east of the Mississippi.” It looks like the experts are right; climate momentum is happening!
All Chicago City Buildings Now Run on Renewable Energy - EcoWatch
All of Chicago’s 411 municipal buildings, such as its airports, fire stations, libraries and City Hall, are now powered by renewable energy.
www.ecowatch.com
December 15, 2025 at 3:57 PM
Buildings are invisible in the energy value chain. Alex Dews aims to change that by highlighting how building performance standards, data, and smart technology can unlock real value for owners and tenants.

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December 15, 2025 at 3:40 PM
Alex was an exceptional guest who offered critical insights on how, with thoughtful planning, buildings can become one of the most powerful climate and energy solutions we have. Thank you Alex and IMT for the work you do!
In new @reframepodcast.bsky.social episode, our CEO Alex Dew argues that the built environment has become one of the most powerful, yet underutilized levers for climate action.

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December 12, 2025 at 12:32 PM
#ClimateLeadership is happening at the local level thanks to organizations like ClimateCabinet.org and others advancing state and local policies that enable communities to take meaningful climate action.
Inside the climate group working everywhere but DC: ‘You can still have huge wins’
Climate Cabinet supports candidates in state and city races as the federal government ignores the climate crisis
www.theguardian.com
December 9, 2025 at 4:58 PM
Emily Grubert gives an inspiring TED Talk about our energy future and "the retirement imperative" for fossil fuels.
What Happens to Gas Stations When the World Goes Electric? | Emily Grubert | TED
YouTube video by TED
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December 4, 2025 at 6:26 PM
Reframe host Jeff Nichols talks with Daniel Poppe, Executive Director of the Seattle and Bellevue 2030 Districts. The conversation explores how meaningful climate progress begins when collective voices drive collective action.

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December 2, 2025 at 9:07 PM
Jeff speaks with Patrick Babbitt, Climate and Energy Program Manager for the City of Bellevue, WA. Patrick explains why energy efficiency is not just about meeting state mandates, it’s about securing the long-term value of buildings.

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December 2, 2025 at 9:00 PM
In this episode, Jeff speaks with Jennifer Ewing, Sustainability Manager for the City of Bellevue, Washington. The conversation explores Bellevue’s sustainability strategy and the complex balancing act between growth and climate action.

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December 2, 2025 at 8:51 PM
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Big 2025 wins: 100+ power plants avoided, 9B+ sq ft improved, 330K buildings tracked. 🔗https://bit.ly/4nUUxby #RealEstate
November 25, 2025 at 10:27 PM
Jeff Nichols speaks with the Executive Director of NAESCO.org, Dr. Timothy Unruh. Dr. Unruh underscores the power of partnerships between government and the private sector in executing large-scale energy efficiency projects.

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December 2, 2025 at 8:30 PM
In this episode of Reframe, Quadrature Climate Foundation Deputy CEO and Chief Science Officer, Greg De Temmerman, explains how to build a bridge between science and decisions on climate.

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December 2, 2025 at 8:21 PM
In this episode of Reframe, you'll meet Scott Case, co-founder and CEO of Recurrentauto.com. Hear how Scott applies EV lessons from the transportation sector to the built environment.

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December 2, 2025 at 8:16 PM
Jeff speaks with Kerry Meade, the Executive Director of Seattle’s leading energy efficiency trade organization, BuildingPotential.org. Kerry explains why unlocking local leadership is the key to accelerating market transformation.

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December 2, 2025 at 7:21 PM
Maximizing energy tax incentives has a new hurdle. Josh Howes, CEO and co-founder of Blue Energy Group shows us how to clear it.

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December 2, 2025 at 7:13 PM
Show host Jeff Nichols speaks with Perry England, "Building Performance Ambassador" and VP of Building Performance at MacDonald-Miller, who reveals building owners' biggest fear!

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December 2, 2025 at 7:11 PM
Find out why Brad Werner, a partner at Wipfli LLP who leads their construction and real estate practice, says that building owners need a new playbook.

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December 2, 2025 at 7:07 PM
In this episode of Reframe, show host Jeff Nichols speaks with Steven Barnes, a Partner at Wipfli LLP. Steve reveals the real value of energy incentives and credits.

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December 2, 2025 at 7:04 PM
In the inaugural episode of Reframe, show host Jeff Nichols sets the stage with Abby Massey, who leads the energy tax incentives team at TaxTaker.

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December 2, 2025 at 6:24 PM
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Welcome to the Reframe Podcast! Join host Jeff Nichols on an exploration of the forces driving sustainability in our built environment. And meet the people who are leading the charge!
Reframe Podcast Trailer
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December 2, 2025 at 6:19 PM