Xinpei Li
M.S., CEM, PMP, LEED AP, WELL AP
Kroger Co. | Energy Engineer
Speaker
Track A: Mastering Energy Management
Session A1: Navigating State-Level Energy Compliance: Strategies, Standards, & Success Stories
March 11, 2026 | 3:30 pm - 4:00 pm
Strategic Energy and Decarbonization Management: A Roadmap for State-Level Compliance and Operational Excellence
As states across the U.S. accelerate the adoption of Building Performance Standards (BPS) and aggressive decarbonization mandates, corporate energy leaders must transition from reactive compliance to proactive strategic management. This session offers a masterclass in bridging the gap between state-level policy and engineering reality.
Drawing on real-world success stories from The Kroger Co., the presentation outlines a holistic roadmap for navigating complex regulatory landscapes. Attendees will explore the synergy between Strategic Energy Management (SEM) and Building Compliance Governance—bridging mandatory state requirements with voluntary leadership standards—to demonstrate how integrated frameworks drive long-term asset value and grid resilience.
Through case studies on comprehensive energy projects and programs—spanning efficiency upgrades, renewable integration, microgrids, and fleet electrification—participants will learn how to achieve measurable cost savings while meeting rigorous carbon-reduction goals. The session also highlights the critical role of AI-driven data analytics and cross-functional collaboration in optimizing building performance.
Ultimately, attendees will gain actionable frameworks to transform compliance mandates into opportunities for corporate leadership and operational excellence within a rapidly evolving regulatory environment.
Speaker Bio
Xinpei Li is an accomplished Energy Engineer at The Kroger Co. with over a decade of experience spearheading energy management and decarbonization initiatives for Kroger co. - one of the world's largest retailers. She currently oversees round-the-clock energy operations and maintenance for more than 60 retail, office and logistics sites across Washington and Oregon. Xinpei’s technical expertise encompasses energy efficiency, renewable energy integration, building commissioning, and navigating complex green building compliance standards.
She holds a Master of Science in Chemical Engineering from the University of Washington, where her research centered on renewable energy technologies. With a robust suite of certifications including CEM, PMP, LEED AP, and WELL AP, she brings a holistic, systems-based approach to sustainable building management.
Beyond her corporate role, Xinpei is a dedicated industry leader, serving as Vice President of the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) Pacific NW Chapter and as a member of the Clean Energy Technology Workforce Advisory Committee (CETWAC). A staunch advocate for women’s leadership in STEM, she also serves on the Council on Women in Energy and Environmental Leadership (CWEEL) Career Advance Committee.