Resources
Explore the Collaborative’s growing library of SEM resources, research, tools, and best practices. Whether you’re launching a new SEM program, refining an existing one, or exploring emerging topics, you’ll find practical guidance developed by Collaborative members and trusted partners across the industry.
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SEM 101
Whether you’re onboarding new staff or launching a new program, this collection of tools and training resources will help team members quickly grasp the basics of Strategic Energy Management.
View CollectionCase Studies
A growing library of case studies of SEM implementation, lessons from application, savings proven and overall results.
View Case StudiesMeasurement & Verification
The M&V Resources collection focuses on measurement and verification of energy savings from SEM interventions within a facility.
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Collections allow you to find and save the resources most relevant to you together in one place.
View All CollectionsArticles & Insights
Short articles on the industry’s best resources, tools, research, and industry partner information pertaining to SEM.
View Articles & InsightsBPA's Measurement & Verification Resources
Originally published in 2012 and most recently revised in 2024, these documents assure reliable energy savings for custom utility projects.
Read MoreStrategic Energy Management Modeling: What’s good enough?
This analysis looks at SEM customer facilities that were in the sample selected for the Energy Trust’s Production Efficiency Program 2012-2013 impact evaluation and a separate Industrial SEM Process and Impact evaluation.
Read MoreCanadian Strategic Energy Management Market Study
This report examines the potential for SEM to reduce energy use and GHG emissions by 2030.
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Bringing people together accelerates the exchange of ideas. Events may be in-person, remote, or a hybrid. From hands-on implementation questions or lessons learned, to big-picture strategy and methodology, to recent research and developments over time, the conversations that unfold during SEM events lead to insights that ripple far beyond an single event.
The Collaboratives hosts a number of events. Events are also held regionally, hosted by Chapters, and other industry partners. Browse upcoming and notable past events to learn more.
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Recommended External Resources
The Collaborative is committed to connecting practitioners with the best Strategic Energy Management knowledge available, regardless of who created it. In addition to our own publications and resources, we've curated a collection of trusted tools, guides, videos, and research from respected organizations across the industry.
Explore these external resources to deepen your knowledge, discover new perspectives, and find practical solutions for your SEM programs.
Online Courses
On-demand educational videos hosted by BetterBricks gives you and your customers the tools and know-how to identify and implement energy-saving opportunities now, and to maintain savings in the future.
Visit BetterBricksMunicipal Framework
Public Buildings Portfolio Management is a proven course for municipalities to commit and chart towards a better energy future. This external framework and series of resources are a great place to start.
View NBI's Municipal Framework