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What the BEPS?!
A Candid Conversation on Maryland’s Building Energy Future
If you’ve been asking yourself, “What is BEPS?” or “I’ve heard of BEPS… but what does it actually mean for me?” This panel discussion is for you.
Maryland’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) are here, and they’re already shaping decisions for building owners and facility managers across the state. This session is designed to cut through the confusion and provide clear, practical insight into what BEPS means today, and what’s coming next.
We’ve brought together experts from the Maryland Department of the Environment, ECS Mid-Atlantic, Quinn Evans and James Posey Associates to help educate, inform, and guide those who own or manage buildings that may be impacted by BEPS.
Maryland’s Building Energy Performance Standards (BEPS) are here, and they’re already shaping decisions for building owners and facility managers across the state. This session is designed to cut through the confusion and provide clear, practical insight into what BEPS means today, and what’s coming next.
We’ve brought together experts from the Maryland Department of the Environment, ECS Mid-Atlantic, Quinn Evans and James Posey Associates to help educate, inform, and guide those who own or manage buildings that may be impacted by BEPS.
WHAT WE'LL COVER
What is BEPS?
An overview of the standards, what qualifies as a covered building, and why BEPS matters for Maryland’s built environment.
Where are we with BEPS in 2026?
A look at the current regulatory landscape, compliance timelines, and what building owners need to understand right now.
What could the future with BEPS look like?
Emerging trends, practical pathways forward, and how proactive owners are positioning themselves for long-term success.
Come ready to ask questions, share concerns, and engage in an open discussion with panelists who are actively navigating BEPS alongside building owners.
An overview of the standards, what qualifies as a covered building, and why BEPS matters for Maryland’s built environment.
Where are we with BEPS in 2026?
A look at the current regulatory landscape, compliance timelines, and what building owners need to understand right now.
What could the future with BEPS look like?
Emerging trends, practical pathways forward, and how proactive owners are positioning themselves for long-term success.
Come ready to ask questions, share concerns, and engage in an open discussion with panelists who are actively navigating BEPS alongside building owners.
Location
ECS Baltimore
1340 Charwood Road, Suite A, Hanover, MD 21076
1340 Charwood Road, Suite A, Hanover, MD 21076
Date + Time
March 5, 2026, 8:30 AM
event schedule
8:30 - 9:00 AM –
Welcome + Registration
9:00 - 9:40 AM –
BEPS 101 Presentation
9:40 - 9:50 AM – Q/A
9:50 - 10:30 AM –
BEPS Panel
10:30 - 11:00 AM –
Q/A and Networking
Welcome + Registration
9:00 - 9:40 AM –
BEPS 101 Presentation
9:40 - 9:50 AM – Q/A
9:50 - 10:30 AM –
BEPS Panel
10:30 - 11:00 AM –
Q/A and Networking
Speakers
JIGAR DESAI, PhD, PE (Moderator)
As a Principal and Regional Manager at ECS Mid-Atlantic, LLC, Jigar brings nearly 20 years of experience in building science, asset management, and building diagnostics. He leads cross-disciplinary teams supporting both new construction and existing buildings, helping owners translate complex technical requirements into practical, informed decisions.
SAM FURIO
As a Technical Outreach Lead for the Building Decarbonization Team at the Maryland Department of the Environment (MDE), Sam supports the development and implementation of Maryland’s Building Energy Performance Standards. His background includes public-sector outreach, sustainability, and affordable housing.
EVAN GREULICH
As an Architect at Quinn Evans, Evan brings a sustainability-focused, "passive house principles" approach to all his projects. As a Certified Passive House Consultant (CPHC), he regularly integrates cost-effective building envelope strategies across a breadth of projects, ranging from net-zero schools to Zero-Energy Ready Homes (ZERH) certification.
NAKITA REED
Nakita is an award-winning architect specializing in the sustainable reuse of historic buildings. A LEED®-Accredited Professional and certified Passive House Consultant, she also serves on multiple industry boards and hosts the Tangible Remnants podcast focused on building reuse and preservation.
SEAN SOBOLOSKI, PE, BEMP, LEED AP BD+C
As a Sustainability and Building Performance Associate at James Posey Associates, Sean has over 10 years of experience in mechanical and energy design. He is a Maryland-registered Professional Engineer and has led more than 50 LEED and Green Globes projects across the region