Participants can join the round table of their choice. Each roundtable leader will spend the first 15 minutes on a case study, lessons learned, or industry update. This will be followed by a 45-minute open discussion with all participants, moderated by the leader. The final 15 minutes will be used to identify 3-5 industry recommendations resulting from the group discussion. Key recommendations will be shared with the entire audience, and all roundtable recommendations will be included in the post-event report.

1. Government Grants and Incentives
   Exploring available federal, state, and local grants or subsidies for retrofitting projects, such as energy efficiency programs or green building initiatives.
    
2. Private Equity and Venture Capital
   Engaging with investors and private equity firms to secure funding for large-scale retrofitting initiatives, focusing on return on investment and sustainability outcomes.
    
3. Crowdfunding Platforms for Green Retrofitting
   Utilizing online crowdfunding platforms to raise funds from individuals or communities interested in sustainable development projects.
    
4. Energy Performance Contracting (EPC)
   Structuring agreements where the energy savings from retrofitting cover project costs, reducing upfront financial barriers.
    
5. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) Contributions
   Partnering with corporations to secure funding as part of their CSR strategies, particularly for projects with measurable environmental and social benefits.
    
6. Stakeholder Engagement and Collaboration Models
   Identifying and involving key stakeholders (e.g., building owners, tenants, contractors) early in the planning process to ensure project buy-in and alignment. - Marlene Plua, Stoic Energy Consulting