Register for These Upcoming Energy Workshops
Mar 26, 2026
The Energy Smart Workshop Series, hosted by the City of Cincinnati’s Office of Environment & Sustainability and Donovan Energy, offers a comprehensive lineup of sessions designed to help residents, developers, and community organizations reduce energy costs and adopt efficient, future-ready solutions. This series expands access to valuable education and resources that support energy upgrades across the community.
From homeowner upgrades and multifamily housing to tax-exempt organizations and design professionals, these workshops will provide practical guidance on low-cost financing, incentives, key technologies, and local resources. Participants will gain real-world insights through case studies and expert-led discussions tailored to their sector. Whether you're just getting started or looking to advance your energy strategy, this series offers the tools and connections to take the next step.
Holloman Center for Justice - Urban League of Greater Southwestern Ohio
Wednesday, Apr 8 from 6 pm to 7:30 pm
The purpose of this workshop is to inform homeowners about low-cost financing and incentives for energy upgrades.
The City of Cincinnati and Donovan Energy are hosting a workshop funded by the Municipal Investment Fund to educate homeowners on energy efficient upgrades. The content of this workshop will highlight local resources, low-cost financing and incentives, how to get started, key technologies, and case studies.
Tuesday, Apr 14 from 8:30 am to 10 am
Housing developers, owners, and the like will learn how to integrate energy efficient technology into buildings and leverage incentives!
Join the City of Cincinnati's Office of Environment and Sustainability and Donovan Energy on April 14th at the Kenwood Country Club! During this workshop, multi-family housing developers and owners will learn how to integrate energy efficiency and clean energy technology into multi-family housing buildings. This includes but is not limited to the following:
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Split-incentive solutions
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Low-cost financing & incentives
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Key technologies
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Case studies
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Local resources for implementation
We are greatly looking forward to having a rich, practical discussion with invaluable community stakeholders. See you there!
Friday, Apr 17 from 11 am to 12:30 pm
Learn how to integrate energy efficient technology, discuss available incentives, and be guided through implementation planning!
Please join the City of Cincinnati's Office of Environment and Sustainability and Donovan Energy on April 17th at the Walnut Hills Branch Library! This workshop, funded by the Municipal Investment Fund grant, will focus on educating tax exempt organizations including nonprofits, public schools, local government, and houses of worship on energy efficiency integration. The content of this workshop will highlight local resources, low-cost financing and incentives, how to get started, key technologies, and case studies.
Tuesday, Apr 21 from 2:30 pm to 4 pm
Housing developers, owners, and the like will learn how to integrate energy efficient technology into buildings and leverage incentives!
Join the City of Cincinnati's Office of Environment and Sustainability, Donovan Energy, and the Greater Cincinnati/NKY Apartment Association on April 21st at the Cincinnati Development Fund! During this workshop, multi-family housing developers and owners will learn how to integrate energy efficiency and clean energy technology into multi-family housing buildings. This includes but is not limited to the following:
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Split-incentive solutions
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Low-cost financing & incentives
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Key technologies
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Case studies
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Local resources for implementation
We are greatly looking forward to having a rich, practical discussion with invaluable community stakeholders. See you there!
Monday, Apr 27 from 2:00 PM – 3:30 PM
Join us for a chill session diving into smart energy tips perfect for architects and engineers looking to up their game.
Please join the City of Cincinnati's Office of Environment and Sustainability and Donovan Energy on April 27th at First Financial Bank! This workshop, funded by the Municipal Investment Fund grant, will explore the ways in which architects and engineers can integrate energy efficiency into their work. The content of this workshop will highlight local resources, low-cost financing and incentives, how to get started, key technologies, and case studies.
Monday, Apr 27 from 3:30 PM – 5:00 PM
While the incentives for many clean energy technologies were reduced in 2025, tax credits for geothermal and ground-source heat pump technologies remain in place through 2032 and beyond. Join staff from CMTA and Geosyntec as they review their technical and market analysis of geo-exchange districts and ground-source heat pump technologies across the City of Cincinnati, and highlight implementation strategies and case studies.
Scripps Center, 312 Walnut Street
Tuesday, April 28th at 3:00 PM
Join the City of Cincinnati Office of Environment & Sustainability, Bricker Graydon Wyatt, and Kimley Horn for an engaging and informative workshop focused on Ohio’s House Bill 15 and what it means for the future of energy across the state. This session will provide a deeper look at how legislation could shape local clean energy plans, including removing barriers to self-generation, Mercantile Customer Self-Power Systems, and the School Energy Performance Contracting Loan Fund.
Participants will hear from legal and industry experts as they break down key provisions of House Bill 15, discuss its potential economic and environmental implications, and explore how policy changes may influence energy costs, renewable energy adoption, and long-term planning strategies. The workshop will also create space for discussion around challenges, opportunities, and actionable steps local governments, businesses, and residents can take moving forward.
Whether you’re a policymaker, energy professional, or community member interested in Ohio’s energy future, this is an opportunity to gain valuable insights and ask questions about how state-level decisions translate into local impact.
And check out these additional energy workshops!
Location: Downtown Library
Wednesday, April 22nd 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM
Energy costs are on the rise and residents are concerned – rightly so! Join UC’s Center for Public Engagement with Science and OES for an interactive session to learn what’s going on with energy prices and what you can do about it. Experts from several perspectives will be present and you’ll walk away with steps you as an individual can take to save.