Digitalization for Energy Efficiency in Buildings: Denmark - California Climate Series

Join us for this afternoon session of our Denmark–California Climate Series during SF Climate Week, where leading experts from Denmark and California explore how data, digitalization, and policy can accelerate the green transition in the built environment.

The event brings together key stakeholders from both public authorities and the private sector to exchange knowledge, share practical experiences, and discuss scalable solutions. The discussion will focus on the digital layer and examining how data infrastructure, smart systems, and governance models can optimize building performance and drive energy efficiency at scale.

Drawing on Denmark’s frontrunner position, the Danish Energy Agency will present real-world examples of regulatory approaches, digital infrastructure, and governance models that enable effective use of building energy data.

The California Energy Commission will provide insights into how building energy data is collected, standardized, and applied in California, including its role in benchmarking, compliance, and driving energy efficiency improvements.

cBrain will showcase digital solutions that support policy implementation and enable data-driven decision-making in the public sector.

Program

12:30 - 2:00: Lunch and networking - bridging the morning and afternoon sessions2:00-2:15 Welcome and opening remarksJacob Vind, Consul General of Denmark in California and CEO, Innovation Centre Denmark Silicon ValleyCommissioner Andrew McAllister, California Energy Commission2:15-2:30 Introduction to digitalisation of building data in DenmarkNina Hilbard, Teamlead, Energy Efficiency and Data, Danish Energy Agency2:30-2:45 The way forward for California Ram Narayanamurthy, Deputy Director, Building Technologies Office, US Department of Energy 2:45-3:00 Digitalisation in practice Mike Larcher, Solution & Sustainability Lead, North America, cBrain3:00-3:45 Panel discussionModerator: Stet Sanborn, Vice President, SmithGroupPanelists:Nina Hilbard, Team lead, Energy Efficiency and Data, Danish Energy AgencyRam Narayanamurthy, Deputy Director, Building Technologies Office, US Department of EnergyMike Larcher, Solution & Sustainability Lead, North America, cBrain3:45-4:00 Closing remarks4:00-4:45 Networking 4:45: Thank you for today!

Light refreshments will be served.

Who should attend?

Whether you are a policymaker, industry professional, or technology innovator, this event offers valuable perspectives on leveraging data to unlock energy efficiency and accelerate decarbonisation in buildings.

This event is part of a two-part Denmark–California series. Participants are welcome to apply to attend one or both sessions. You can find the morning event here: https://luma.com/1adt9d7e By registering for this event, you agree to share your registration information with the organizers of SF Climate Week