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CEM in Portland October 10 – 14, 2016

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PORTLAND, Oregon (June 15, 2016) – The Association of Energy Engineers Columbia River Chapter (AEE CRC) today announced that they will host a comprehensive five-day Training Program for Energy Managers in Portland this fall. The nonprofit organization acts as a local training conduit for national certifications. The increasingly recognized and requested Certified Energy Manager (CEM®) certification exam will be proctored on the final day of the training.

The special five-day seminar provides an in-depth, comprehensive learning and problem-solving forum for those who want a broader understanding of the latest energy cost reduction strategies. The program begins by examining the fundamentals within all key areas of energy management. Students then learn, system by system, how to diagnose and analyze energy savings opportunities.

The Training Program will take place October 10-14, 2016 at Veris Industries in the Portland metro area (12345 SW Leveton Dr, Tualatin, OR 97062). Daily schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes breakfast and lunch. The price of the course and exam is $1,995. Early bird registration before September 9th is $1,775. This price includes the course, application/exam fee, study materials, the Guide to Energy Management, and food for the event. A special live seminar application for this event will be provided after registration.

Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) instructor Eric Woodroof will teach the course. Woodroof, who has led the CEM program on five continents, states, “The new energy/carbon requirements in the US will absolutely make the CEM even more desired by employers and energy consumers.”

“The CEM certification has become the de facto standard in the energy efficiency industry,” said Pat Lydon, former President of Columbia River Chapter. Since its inception in 1981, the Certified Energy Manager credential has become widely accepted and used as a measure of professional accomplishment within the energy management field. It has gained industry-wide use as the standard for qualifying energy professionals both in the United States and abroad.

Register Here!

About the Columbia River Chapter of the Association of Energy Engineers
The Columbia River Chapter is the local chapter of the national Association of Energy Engineers. AEE CRC is dedicated to helping the community implement energy efficient technologies to reduce expenses, improve the environment and bolster our economy. The nonprofit organization acts as a local training conduit for national certifications, to promote the scientific and educational interests of those engaged in the energy industry and to foster action for sustainable development. AEE is a nonprofit professional society of over 16,000 members in 89 countries, offering a full array of informational outreach programs, seminars, conferences, journals, books and certification programs. AEE’s network of 82 local chapters meets regularly to discuss regional issues.

APEM Summer 2016 Forum

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APEM is holding their Summer Forum on Friday June 3rd. This event is focused on new developments in variable speed technology. Their experienced and knowledgeable speakers will share their expertise and experiences from decades the field. After an introduction to the theories and practicalities of variable speed technology, they will present on new applications for variable speed compressors and follow a case study of the implementation of variable speed technology on air and water systems. This forum will also feature vendors who will be there to answer questions and provide hands-on learning opportunities.

Thanks for Another Successful Energy Engineering Forum!

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The AEE – Columbia River Chapter is working with Energy Trust of Oregon to present a series of Energy Engineering Forums in 2016. You are invited to the 2nd Energy Engineering Forum for 2016. This free event consists of a one hour technical presentation followed by fifteen minutes of Q&A. A complimentary lunch and certifications for Professional Development Hours will be provided.

Retrocommissioning
Chris Smith, PE, CEM, CxA
Energy 350

Commercial buildings and industrial facilities represent a large potential for cost effective energy savings through low-cost operational improvements. These savings can be realized through retrocomissioning. This presentation will cover commonly employed retrocommissioning methods including measure identification and analysis techniques. It will also highlight previous project experience including success stories and the dreaded wall of shame.

Presenter:
Chris Smith – Chris is the President of Energy 350. He a Mechanical Engineer with 15 years experience in the energy efficiency field. His experience includes energy studies, energy engineering & analysis, project management, energy performance contracting, efficiency program design and management, technology research, measurement and verification, and evaluation. Chris has conducted hundreds of energy studies, managed hundreds of efficiency projects, and designed, managed, and evaluated dozens of energy efficiency programs.

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WHERE
EcoTrust – Billy Frank Jr Conference Room – 721 NW 9th Avenue, Portland, OR 97209 – View Map
TO SIGN UP click HERE

Additionally, if you are interested in presenting at a future Energy Engineering Forum,  please e-mail admin@aeecrc.org and let us know your presentation ideas.

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Wrench of the Year 2015 – Results

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We are pleased to announce the winners of the Wrench of the Year Award 2015: Dan Wagner, plant engineer and maintenance manager at Brentwood Corporation; and Don Eaton, plant engineer at the Portland facility of Darigold.

The Wrench of the Year Award honors two true “wrenches” – folks diligently working in the ducts, rafters, floors and trenches to make machines run right and tight. The awards are given to personnel working in facility management where their work contributed significantly to energy efficiency improvement during the award year. Winners are involved in day-to-day management of facility operations, efficiency measures or procedures, and their work has demonstrated commitment to continuous improvement in energy efficiency.

“There were so many great nominees and each person really deserves to win,” said Lauren Bromley of Abacus Resource Management, member of the selection panel. Jason Jepsen, President of AEE CRC, adds, “The Wrench of the Year Award seeks to recognize the grit and gristle of successful mechanical energy improvements. It’s where the rubber meets the road, the details that matter and need to happen. Who is going the extra mile to keep machines and operations on tack?”

Dan Wagner spearheaded the purchase and implementation of an innovative controls package that not only displaced the costly purchase of an additional dust collection system, it reduced the annual system energy consumption by over 56 percent.

Don Eaton was nominated for overseeing the implementation of Darigold’s new compressed air dryer, taking it upon himself to work closely with vendors on installation and proper functioning of a highly complex system, including correctly diagnosing and resolving multiple system level issues.

The Wrench of the Year Award includes an attractive trophy, a $500 check, and the responsibility of helping to select next year’s winners. The trophy is beautiful enough to mount in the living room, yet useful enough for the shop. The 12″ Blue-Pointe crescent wrench is fastened with powerful magnets, allowing quick removal in case of maintenance. The winners were nominated and selected by peers working in the energy field, and honored at the AEE CRC Annual Holiday party December 10th at Lompoc Brewery’s Sidebar.

Now Accepting Nominations – Wrench of the Year 2017!

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What are the Wrench of the Year Awards?

The Wrench of the Year awards are two, $500 cash awards that will be given to the individuals that best exemplify the spirit of hard work, hands-on responsibility, and determination that resulted in the successful implementation of an energy efficiency project in 2016 or 2017. Specifically the award targets on-site facility personnel that often go overlooked in major efficiency projects but whose hard work and attention are key to the successful implementation and persistence of the project.

To learn more and to submit your nominations visit this link: http://www.aeecrc.org/awards/

AEE Columbia River Chapter – Holiday Party

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Please join us on Wednesday December 7th from 6:00 pm until 10:00 pm at Lompoc Brewing’s Side Bar for our annual holiday celebration.
We’ll hold a brief meeting to conduct our board elections, announce the recipients of the Wrench of the Year Award, and then it’s on to celebrating the holiday season!

The event will include:
•    Appetizers and a snack buffet
•    Drinks!
•    Networking
•    Opportunities to provide input on topics you’d like addressed during the coming year
•    Music from Cam & Friends

The Lompoc Sidebar is located at:
3901 N. Williams Ave.  Portland, OR 97227

Energy Engineering Forum

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The AEE Columbia River Chapter and Energy Trust of Oregon’s New Buildings Program are pleased to announce a four part forum in 2016. This forum is targeted towards energy engineers and energy managers. It is focused on field engineering and data analysis techniques for commercial and industrial facilities.

The first Energy Engineering Forum will be held on March 9th from 12:00 – 1:15 at the MercyCorps Building in Portland (45 SW Ankeny St, Portland, OR 97204). Bill Moir from Steam Engineering will be the presenter and he will provide an in depth review of steam system operation and energy efficiency opportunities. The forum is free to all who are interested in attending. We will also provide a complimentary lunch and certificated of completed Professional Development Hours for interested individuals.

Please register here by March 1st, 2016.

Additionally, if you are interested in presenting at a future Energy Engineering Forum,  please e-mail admin@aeecrc.org and let us know your presentation ideas.

 

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