As of 12:01AM ET on June 12, 2022, CDC will no longer require air passengers traveling from a foreign country to the United States to show a negative COVID-19 viral test or documentation of recovery from COVID-19 before they board their flight. For more information, see Rescission: Requirement for Negative Pre-Departure COVID-19 Test Result or Documentation of Recovery from COVID-19 for all Airline or Other Aircraft Passengers Arriving into the United States from Any Foreign Country.
https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/international-travel/index.html
Welcome aboard!
Enjoy ECCE 2022 without fear of breaking the bank with expensive rental cars or taxi services, instead use Detroit People mover, a ferry service that is free through October 30th! Getting around Detroit has never been more convenient with stops all around Detroit including Huntington Place!
To enjoy your elevated ride through Downtown Detroit, learn about station locations, what’s allowed on the trains, and service hours to quickly move you everywhere you want to go check out Detroit’s People Mover official website here!
Looking for a place to eat in Detroit?
Check out our curated flyer full of fantastic options all near the Huntington Place!

How to Book Your Hotel Room
An unforgettable experience awaits at Detroit Marriott at the Renaissance Center and Fort Ponchartrain Detroit, a Wyndham Hotel. Situated downtown along the International RiverWalk and near the TCF Center, both hotels provide beautiful views and excellent accommodations within walking distance of ECCE. Book your room using the links below.
Conference Designated Hotels
Other Area Hotels Recommended by ECCE 2022
Please see the following list of hotels within walking distance of the Huntington Place. No rooms have been reserved for ECCE 2022, so availability is not guaranteed.
Detroit Foundation Hotel
914 feet from the Huntington Place
250 W Larned St, Detroit, MI 48226
0.1 miles from the Huntington Place
Parking lot, 712 Cass Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
DoubleTree Suites by Hilton Hotel Detroit Downtown – Fort Shelby
0.3 miles from the Huntington Place
525 W Lafayette Blvd, Detroit, MI 48226
Courtyard by Marriott Detroit Downtown
0.6 miles from the Huntington Place
333 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48226
ECCE Covid Safety Guidelines
2022 Energy Conversion Congress and Expo Health and Safety Hub
The health and safety of our conference attendees is our top priority. The 2022 Energy Conversion Congress and Expo Organizing Committee remains vigilant in monitoring the COVID-19 pandemic.
ECCE 2022 is planned as in person event. We look forward to you joining us in Detroit, MI.
ECCE 2022 will be following all local guidelines and adhering to venue-specific standards in order to host the event safely and effectively.
Masks are still strongly recommended in indoor public settings, to help reduce transmission and keep Detroit at a low-risk level, but they are not mandated.
Before Leaving Home
∙Individuals who are experiencing COVID-19 symptoms, have tested positive for COVID-19, or have been exposed to someone with COVID-19 are encouraged to stay home.
∙Be sure to monitor your home country/location’s travel requirements to say current in the event of any restrictions or requirements that may prohibit your ability to travel. Increased Sanitization and Hygiene
∙The Huntington Place will follow the best practices established in according to CDC and Detroit guidelines. Visit their site here for more information: https://www.huntingtonplacedetroit.com/plan-your-visit/covid-19
∙Hand sanitizing products will be made available throughout the event space.
∙Sanitizing wipes will be provided in every room for speaker use at the podium.
∙Audio-visual equipment such as keyboards, laser pointer, and mics will be wiped down with sanitizer wipes between each session and at regular intervals throughout the day.
What You Can Do to Help Onsite
∙Consider wearing a mask, however, masks are not required. Vaccinated or not, wearing a mask in indoor public space can help protect you and everyone else close to you.
∙Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer.
∙Follow the World Health Organization’s (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines to prevent the spread of infectious diseases at the event
∙Discourage physical greetings like handshakes, high fives, fist or elbow bumps, and hugs
∙Wash your hands frequently with soap and water for 20 seconds or use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer
∙Maintain social distancing between yourself and anyone who is coughing or sneezing
∙Avoid touching eyes, nose, and mouth
∙If you have fever, cough, and difficulty breathing, seek medical care early
Local COVID-19 Testing
If needed there are various local options for local COVID-19 testing. Attendees will need to reach out and arrange appointments and testing themselves.
Health Screening and COVID Testing Locations
Walgreens Co
0.4 miles from The Huntington Place
660 Woodward Ave Ste 100RX, Detroit, MI 48226
HOURS Monday – Friday: 8am – 7pm, Saturday: 9:00am – 5:00pm, Sunday: 10:00 – 5:00pm
*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 48 hours. Appointment Required.
https://www.walgreens.com/
CVS
0.5 miles from The Huntington Place
1037 Woodward Ave, Detroit, MI 48226
HOURS Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 8:00pm, Saturday – Sunday 9:00am – 6:00pm
*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 1-2 days. Appointment Required.
https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic
CVS
1.9 miles from The Huntington Place
3200 E Jefferson, Detroit, MI 48207
HOURS Monday – Friday: 9:00am – 8:00pm, Saturday – Sunday 9:00am – 6:00pm
*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 1-2 days. Appointment Required.
https://www.cvs.com/minuteclinic
Urgent Care Clinic
3.7 miles from The Huntington Place
3456 Vernor Hwy, Detroit, MI 48216
HOURS Monday – Friday from 9AM – 9PM, Saturday & Sunday from 9AM – 8PM
*Rapid and PCR COVID tests available. Turnaround time 1-3 days. Appointment Required.