2025 Michigan Energy Summit - Michigan Battle of the Buildings

resilient solutions

for an innovative future

The premier Michigan Energy Summit was hosted on May 8, 2025 at the JW Marriott in Grand Rapids, Michigan. This full-day conference highlighted the Michigan Battle of the Buildings 2024 'Biggest Losers' for their outstanding energy conservation efforts. Attendees experienced a comprehensive program, including keynote speakers, breakout sessions, a full exhibitor hall, and concluded with a happy hour sponsored by the Detroit Lions!

Topics included:

Navigating the New Michigan Energy Code: ASHRAE 90.1 – 2019
Local government in action
Green building certification updates
Student-led presentations showcasing innovative energy solutions
Financing & incentives opportunities
Competitor success stories

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Energy Summit

By sponsoring or exhibiting at the Michigan Energy Summit, you unlock access to hundreds of professionals in the energy sector and support ongoing innovation in Michigan. As a sponsor/exhibitor, you will be acknowledged as a leader in the energy sector, be immersed in the latest industry trends, and network with fellow peers.

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congratulations to the

2024 'biggest losers!'

Walled Lake Consolidated Schools

Pleasant Lake Elementary

Education Category

-16.98%

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City of Royal Oak

John Lindell Ice Arena

Entertainment/Hotel/Restaurant Category

-12.19%

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Fifth Third Bank

Livonia

Financial Institution Category

-24.45%

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University of Michigan Health

0390 Child Care Center

Health/Hospital Category

-25.49%

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Steelcase Wood Plant

Manufacturing/Industrial Category

-9.95%

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State of Michigan, DTMB

Lottery/Ellis Building

Office Category

-29.61%

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City of Detroit

DPD Training Center

Other Category

-33.67%

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Genesis of Ann Abor

Place of Worship Category

-7.20%

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Meijer

316 - Battle Creek

Retail Category

-7.26%

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Western Michigan University

Schneider Hall

University Category

-21.93%

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Ford Field

Venue Category

-13.13%

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General Motors

Share the Spare Warehouse Howell

Warehouse/Distribution/Service Category

-12.96%

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The Samaritan Center

Water Category

-43.63%

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compete in the michigan battle of the buildings

The Michigan Battle of the Buildings is an awards and recognition program for energy use reduction open to all Michigan area commercial, industrial & multi-family buildings. The program is a way to encourage energy-efficient practices in buildings across the state and to instill a spirit of friendly competition among the area’s building owners and operators. There is no cost to enter the competition. To enroll for the competition and learn more about the process, follow the link below.

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