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SEM Summit 2026

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2026 SEM Summit at the ACEEE Summer Study

August 3, 2026 | 1:00pm - 5:00pm Asilomar Conference Center, Pacific Grove, CA 93950-3704

Kick off your 2026 Summer Study week with the SEM Collaborative at the 8th annual SEM Summit!

This year, the Summit is taking place on Monday, Aug 3rd from 1-5pm in Asilomar’s Merrill Hall. Attendees will catch up with each other and touch base on progress made, in this high-level agenda:

  • Connections with Smart and Interesting Peers
  • Updates from Regional and National Initiatives
  • Updates on Research and Working Groups
  • Interactive and Engaging Discussions on SEM’s Hottest Topics (e.g., Decarbonization)
  • The annual SEM Success Awards

Cost: $150

Register: To register for the SEM Summit, click on the Summer Study Registration button and then select “SEM Summit” as your registrant type: https://www.aceee.org/2026-summer-study-energy-efficiency-buildings 

"The Annual Summit was a game-changer! Inspiring speakers and actionable insights - The event connects you to the future of SEM."

Jessica Sanders
Energy Director @ Reviluxify

"Invaluable for networking. We made meaningful connections with peers and potential partners. The networking alone was worth it!"

Michael Rivera
CEO @ Zyntellx

"Annual SEM Summit delivered cutting-edge insights and practical skills. The hands-on workshops and tech demos were directly relevant."

Samantha Lee
Operations Manager @ Crypturon

Explore what the Annual SEM Summit has to offer

Discover the valuable insights, connections, and skills waiting for you at SEM Summit

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Access exclusive resources

Receive materials and knowledge not available elsewhere

Connect in networking hubs

Forge valuable relationships with peers and speakers

Find collaboration opportunities

Seek potential partners and explore new ventures

Engage in expert panels

Hear diverse insights on critical industry trends in our panels

Master emerging channels

Learn how to effectively leverage the latest platforms

Gain a competitive edge

Stay ahead of the curve with future-forward strategies and insights

Our SEM Summit 2026 speakers

A passionate team of strategic energy management professionals dedicated to creating an unforgettable and impactful event for our community

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Fueling SEM Success Beyond the Summit

Quarterly SEM Roundtable

Join the SEM Collaborative for our September Quarterly Member Roundtable focused on innovation in strategic energy management and a review of the 2026 SEMC Summit. This session will highlight emerging practices, member insights, and opportunities to shape our flagship convening.

September 24, 2026

Case Studies

With over a dozen measureable examples, the SEM Collaborative's Case Studies provide insights for any professional, administrator, or practitioner seeking to learn more about strategic energy management, refine their practices, or stay on the cutting-edge of the field by learning from the methodologies in practice.

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