Events

May EEF – Energy Efficiency Trends in the Cannabis Industry

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Big thanks to Kevin Campbell from Energy 350 and the 100 attendees (webinar plus in-person) for making this another great Energy Engineering Forum. Below is a link to a copy of the presentation.

PDF Copy of Presentation – Energy Efficiency Trends in the Cannabis Industry by Kevin Campbell from Energy 350

http://www.aeecrc.org/wp-content/uploads/2018/05/May-2018-EEF-Energy-Efficiency-Trends-in-the-Cannabis-Industry.pdfWe are working with Energy Trust of Oregon’s Production Efficiency Program for this May 2018 event. This free event consists of a one hour technical presentation followed by fifteen minutes of Q&A. A complimentary lunch and certificates of attendance will be provided.

Energy Efficiency Trends in the Cannabis Industry

Kevin Campbell

Account Manager

Energy 350

The rapidly expanding cannabis industry is a significant source of load growth in several states that have legalized recreational use. This load growth coupled with inefficient incumbent technology make the cannabis industry ripe with efficiency potential. However, there are a host of technological and social barriers to unlocking this potential. This presentation will provide an overview of the energy using systems, energy analysis techniques, energy efficiency technologies related to cannabis grow operations.

Presenter:

As an Account Manager for Energy 350, Kevin has worked with numerous cannabis growers throughout Oregon to evaluate energy efficiency potential and help them reduce their operating costs. However, his work is not limited to cannabis projects. He has experience working on energy projects throughout the industrial and commercial sectors. Kevin has a bachelors degree in Mechanical Engineering from the University of Minnesota and a masters degree in Mechanical Engineering from Portland State University.

Building Tour – Woodcraft Industries – Molalla Plant – October 23

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The Association of Energy Engineers Columbia River Chapter (AEE CRC) and Ecogate are pleased to announce an upcoming building tour of the Woodcraft Industries – Molalla Plant. Woodcraft, a cabinet door manufacturer located in Molalla, has been an active participant with Energy Trust of Oregon’s Production Efficiency program and incorporated energy management into its core business practices. Over the past decade, the facility has completed nearly a dozen energy efficiency projects ranging from lighting, to compressed air, to dust collection and vacuum system upgrades.

Join us for a facility tour highlighting the energy and non-energy benefits of the upgraded systems in place at Brentwood including their Ecogate© on-demand dust collection system.

Visit the events page for details and registration information.

November 2017 Energy Engineering Forum – Oregon Energy Code – What’s in it, where is there room for improvement, and how is it applied

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Big thanks to Jim Edelson from NBI for his presentation on energy codes. Below is a copy of his presentation.

Oregon Energy Code – What’s in it, where is there room for improvement, and how is it applied

Jim Edelson

Director-Codes and Policy

New Buildings Institute

Since buildings account for over 30% of Oregon’s GHG emissions, its building energy codes are one of the most important policy levers to meet its climate goals. But Oregon’s energy code has gone from national leader to laggard in the past 8 years. This presentation will explain what is in Oregon’s energy code, how it is developed and applied to projects, and its opportunity for improvement. The talk will conclude with the most recent policy developments in Salem and Portland

Presenter:
As Director of Codes and Policy at New Buildings Institute, Jim has served on multiple state code boards and energy policy Advisory Committees. Jim has publishes and speaks on stretch codes, on net zero policies, and on utility programs that achieve market transformation through energy code implementation. He currently serves on ASHRAE 189.1, and is leading the development team for Stretch Codes in the state of New York. He has a Bachelor of Science and a M.B.A. degree from the University of Michigan.

September 2017 Energy Engineering Forum – Does This Make Sense Anymore? – Energy Efficiency in a Market Awash With Low-Cost Power

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We are working with Energy Trust of Oregon to present a series of Energy Engineering Forums in 2017. This free event consists of a one hour technical presentation followed by fifteen minutes of Q&A. A complimentary lunch and certificates of attendance will be provided.

 

Does this make sense anymore? – Energy Efficiency in a Market Awash with Low-cost Power

Charlie Grist

Conservation Resource Manager

Northwest Power and Conservation Council

 

The market price of energy is so low that sometimes it’s negative, wind and solar plants are springing up like mushrooms after a rain, natural gas generation is so cheap it’s displacing coal, and in many places electric loads are not growing – even though population is.  These circumstances challenge the notion of energy efficiency as a resource.  Yet the Northwest Power Council’s Seventh Power Plan (2016) calls for developing ever more energy efficiency. Come hear Council staffer Charlie Grist  describe the current state of the power system, the near-term outlook and how energy efficiency fits into the picture.

 

We will also be hosting this event as a webinar. Please use the link below to register.

REGISTER HERE

 

Presenter:
Charlie joined the Council staff in 2002 as a senior analyst. He works primarily on energy efficiency issues as part of the development and implementation of the Council’s regional power plan. Charlie’s energy efficiency work covers regional conservation potential assessments, planning, implementation and evaluation. He is vice chair of the Council’s Regional Technical Forum. Before joining the Council staff, Charlie was a senior analyst at Oregon Office of Energy for 18 years working on state energy policy development, energy facility siting, energy forecasting, utility regulation, energy conservation, renewable resource development, and Columbia River issues. Charlie has a B.S. in resource analysis from the University of Wisconsin-Madison. He likes to windsurf in the Columbia River Gorge.

 

Roosevelt High Building Tour – AEE CRC, Portland Green Schools Committee and ASHRAE

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The Association of Energy Engineers Columbia River Chapter (AEE CRC) is pleased to announce a collaboration with the Portland Green Schools Committee and ASHRAE to host an upcoming building tour of the newly-renovated Roosevelt High School in Portland.

Roosevelt High School was built in 1921. It was part of three major modernization projects that Portland Public Schools funded in a 2012 bond. The $96 million Roosevelt HS project includes major renovations of portions of the school, demolition of some areas, and new construction. The innovative design successfully updates the existing building, while adding new spaces that integrate into the historical structure. The majority of the mechanical system is new and solar has been added strategically.

The tour will consist of two tracks – a technical tour and an architectural tour. The architectural tour will focus on the historical and structural elements, as well as classroom and teaching improvements. The technical tour will focus on the new mechanical system, solar and other integrated components. There will be some common information before the tours split off, and then attendees will need to select the tour they want to attend.

Tour information:

–Date: August 10, 2017

–Time: 4:00-5:30pm

–Location: 6941 N. Central St in Portland; meet at entrance to the West Wing Building (next to the track). Park on site in this area or use the street parking if full. We’ll assemble at that entrance and split into groups.

–Cost: FREE, but space is limited and pre-registration is required!

Click HERE to register

-Other: please bring your own hard hat

In addition, there will be an optional no-host happy hour after the tour at Leisure Public House, 8002 N Lombard St, to continue the conversation and a bit more networking. 

CEM in Portland, October 23 – 27, 2017

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PORTLAND, Oregon (June 19, 2017) – 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 23 – 27 at the National Electrical Contractors’ Association (NECA/IBEW-48) Electrical Training Center, located at 16021 NE Airport Way, in Portland, Oregon. Daily schedule is 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. and includes breakfast and lunch. The price of the course and exam is $1,999 for AEECRC Members and $2,199 for Non-Members.

Interested in becoming an AEE CRC member and receiving a $200 discount on the training? Click HERE.

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.

Please note registering for a preparatory live or online seminar does not automatically register you to take the CEM exam. You must submit your certification application separately. To learn more about CEM Certification, please visit: www.aeecenter.org/certification/cem.

Questions? Send an email to: d.farrell@strategicenergygroup.com

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. To learn more about AEE CRC, please visit: www.aeecrc.org.

March 2017 Energy Engineering Forum – Energy Efficiency & Refrigeration Systems

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We are working with Energy Trust of Oregon to present a series of Energy Engineering Forums in 2017. 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.

Energy Efficiency & Refrigeration Systems
Dave Moser, PE
Cascade Energy

Large ammonia refrigeration systems use gobs of energy. This Energy Engineering Forum will discuss common strategies for improving the energy performance of the systems, from low cost adjustments to capital upgrades and considerations for new systems.

Register for the event here.

Note that we will have a webinar setup for remote attendees.

Presenter:

Dave Moser – Dave is a senior project engineer at Cascade Energy here in Portland. For the last 18 years he’s been working with commercial and industrial mechanical systems, including design, energy audits, and commissioning.

Working With Energy Trust of Oregon

Energy Engineering Forum – Optimizing Chiller Plants

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We are working with Energy Trust of Oregon to present a series of Energy Engineering Forums in 2016. You are invited to the 4th 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.

Optimizing Chilled Water Plant Design and Operation
Anthony Tomasi
Johnson Barrow Oregon

During this presentation, we will review why optimizing a chilled water plant is so important. This will include a discussion of the fundamental workings of a typical water cooled centrifugal chiller and what impacts their operating efficiency. We will detail ways to optimize chiller “lift” to save energy and review other innovations in the chiller industry such as VFDs, magnetic bearings, falling film evaporators, and high efficiency heat exchanger tubes. Additionally, Anthony will present a case study challenging “free cooling’ philosophies.

Register Here!

We will also be hosting this event as a webinar. Please use the link below for the webinar and note that remote attendees will not be able to receive PDHs.

https://global.gotomeeting.com/join/969149197

Presenter:
Anthony Tomasi – Anthony is a Senior Sales Engineer and Partner with Johnson Barrow Oregon, an applied HVAC equipment rep firm, serving the local Oregon market.  He has over 15 years of experience in the HVAC industry, the majority of which was spent as an Account Executive for York International / Johnson Controls Inc.  During those years, his primary role has been supporting MEP Consulting Engineering firms in designing mechanical systems for new construction as well as retrofit applications.  Formal education includes a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Northeastern University (2001) and an MBA from Boston College (2011).  He re-located from Boston to the Pacific Northwest in 2012 and now lives in NE Portland.

Working With Energy Trust of Oregon

September Energy Engineering Forum

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We are working with Energy Trust of Oregon to present a series of Energy Engineering Forums in 2016. You are invited to the 3rd 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.

Efficient Compressed Air System Design and Operation
Jeff Yarnall, PE
Rogers Machinery Company, Inc

Compressed air systems are commonly found in industrial facilities and commercial buildings. The design and operation of the compressed air systems in these facilities significantly impacts their energy performance. This presentation will review compressed air system operation and design with a focus on improving energy performance.

Register Here!

Presenter:
Jeff Yarnall – Jeff has over 30 years of experience with compressed air and process vacuum systems, including; system design, applications, installation, troubleshooting, maintenance, controls, and energy audits. He has developed comprehensive deterministic simulation models for compressed air systems which allow the evaluation of “what if” scenarios for his clients.

Jeff is a Compressed Air Challenge Qualified Instructor, and over 1,500 people have attended Jeff’s classes on compressor maintenance and system optimization. In addition to classroom theory, Jeff uses the experience of over 800 audits to illustrate the practical side of compressed air systems operation and optimization.

Working With Energy Trust of Oregon

Successful Bullitt Center Tour

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Many thanks to all who could make it to AEE – Columbia River Chapter’s/Oregon ASHRAE’s tour of the Bullitt Center in Seattle. A special thanks as well to our wonderful tour guide (and mechnical design engineer for the building), Justin Stenkamp from PAE

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