MEETS: Unlocking Deep Energy Efficiency with No Upfront Costs
Wednesday, March 18, 2026
Virtual Session
12:00 - 1:00 PM
About the Presentation:
As big commercial building owners face increasing pressure from rising electric rates—driven in part by rapid load growth from data centers—while maintaining financial performance, traditional energy efficiency approaches often fall short due to split incentives, capital constraints, and risk concerns. This webinar introduces the Metered Energy Efficiency Transaction Structure (MEETS)—an innovative model that delivers increased electric capacity at low cost through verified efficiency savings as a measurable, financeable resource purchased by the utility.
Originally piloted in Seattle, MEETS enables commercial and multifamily building owners to implement deep energy upgrades with no upfront capital, while improving Net Operating Income, asset value, and ESG performance. Energy Service Companies earn long-term, performance-based revenue, while utilities meet efficiency goals, deliver increased local electric capacity, and unlock a new revenue source.
This session will explore how MEETS works, why it matters for LEED and net-zero goals, and how it is being explored in markets like Austin and Boston.
Moderator:
Ashley Besic
Ashley, the Associate Manager of Thermal Energy Networks at the Building Decarbonization Coalition (BDC), is a seasoned professional dedicated to driving impactful change. Leading initiatives that engage policymakers, the building industry, and consumers, she pioneers zero-emission lifestyle solutions, aiming to eliminate reliance on fossil fuels and significantly reduce climate pollution. In collaboration with the team, Ashley plays a pivotal role in convening state policymakers, manufacturers, and industry associations, working towards a comprehensive strategy for the phased transition away from gas appliances and implementing BDC's thermal network coalition organizing activities across the U.S.
Additionally, Ashley oversees the Making Equity Real process, integrating equity considerations into all stages of project development and execution, ensuring that equity metrics and goals are established, tracked, and met across all TENs activities, and advocating for equitable practices and policies within the organization and among stakeholders. They manage the day-to-day operations of the National TENs Coalition. Acknowledged for her ability to solicit feedback and represent BDC's interests in national dialogues, Ashley serves as a relationship manager for critical stakeholder groups. Before her impactful tenure at BDC, she led the implementation of the ULI Net Zero Imperative and played a key role in establishing sustainability initiatives at LivCor, showcasing her passion and precision. Ashley holds a Master of Science in Real Estate and a B.A. in Multidisciplinary Studies, along with certifications as a LEED Green Associate, Fitwel Ambassador, and Green Globes Emerging Professional.
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