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Topic: New Energy Efficiency Technology Claims – Fact of Fiction?(Room 3151)Description: Focus on Energy's Emerging Technology Program actively finds,evaluates, and promotes the deployment of emerging energy efficiency technologies inWisconsin. This presentation will provide an overview on how Wisconsin companiesand trade allies can utilize the program. We will then examine a couple of the newtechnologies that have been evaluated in the past.Speaker Information: Tim R. Konicek, Ph.D. – Manager, Focus on Energy - EmergingTechnologies Program. Tim has over 30 years of private sector businessmanagement experience in both large multi-national and start-up companies. Thisincludes energy efficiency finance, technology and business due diligence, productdevelopment and commercialization, strategic marketing, and strategic alliances. Hehas worked in the energy efficiency sector for 15 years. Tim holds M.S. and Ph.D.degrees in Organic Chemistry from Northwestern University and a B.A. in Chemistryfrom Carthage College.Topic: Intelligence and Technology in the Built Environment(Auditorium)Description: Following years of promise, the realization of the Intelligent Building isupon us. Technology has become integrated into our everyday lives and is changingour perceptions of the built environment. Shifts in how we interact with the buildingthrough technology is changing how we value the spaces we occupy. This presentationexplores how the technology is driving the intelligent building today as well as tomorrowin addition to how this will affect our understanding of buildings.Speaker Information: Craig Mertes is a technology engineer at HGA Architects andEngineers. Craig has spent over 15 years designing and specifying technology andtelecommunication systems in buildings ranging from healthcare to hospitality,government facilities to gaming facility and municipal buildings to corporate spaces.With a focus on designing solutions that deliver positive experiences and values, Craigworks closely with clients and users to determine the right technology for eachapplication.AEE NATIONAL AWARD FOR BEST EXPOReceiving the Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)National Award for Best Expo (WEEE-2017) on behalf of the WAEE Chapter:Mike Fegley, Michael Mittelsteadt, Jerry Eaton, Tom Omwando.World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC) in Atlanta, Ga.

Breakout Training Session #2(10:15am – 11:00am)Topic: Setting the PACE for Energy Savings and Sustainability(Room 2141)Description: Learn how you can implement energy saving technology and “set thePACE” for energy savings and sustainability programs. We will identify a simpleprocess where your challenges can be overcome, and your specific People · Planet ·Profit goals can be achieved. PACE is Property Assessed Clean Energy financing foryour LED lighting and energy saving technology projects within your privately owned ornon-profit facility. The LGS and Nexant team of energy saving experts will provide youwith options for you to benefit from energy saving technology without upfront moneyout of pocket, with no capital expenditure requirement, and without an operations loan.You can actually make money from the energy savings while improving yourenvironmental sustainability. You will definitely want to attend if you have anychallenges with or upcoming renovations, expansions, or new construction projects thatmay include: Lighting Solar Windows Boilers HVAC Controls Refrigeration Roofing/Insulation Elevators Geothermal SMART building platforms and moreSpeaker Information: Bill Fuchs is company founder and President of Total TeamConstruction LLC and co-founder and President of Logical Green Solutions LLC. He isan energy saving and environmental advocate with focus on solutions that make sensein regard to sustainability, people, and financial feasibility. He enjoys spending timewith family, enjoys hiking and the outdoors, technology, and gaming.Topic: RENEW Wisconsin - Driving Electric in Wisconsin (Room 2142)Description: Electric vehicles are fun to drive and more affordable than ever. Learnwhy electric cars are better for the environment, how to deal with "range anxiety" inWisconsin, and if investing in an electric car makes sense for you. Get your questionsanswered so you're ready to "drive electric!"Speaker Information: Jane McCurry joined RENEW Wisconsin in July 2018 as theorganization's first full-time transportation electrification program manager. Jane grewup outside Detroit, Michigan and moved to Madison as a student at the University ofWisconsin. Jane has B.B.A.s in Operations and Technology Management andEnvironmental Studies. Prior to joining RENEW, Jane was Executive Director ofWisconsin Microfinance, a nonprofit that provides small loans to women in Haiti andthe Philippines, where she now serves on the board of directors. In her free time, Janeenjoys working out, going to the farmer’s market, and brewing beer and kombucha.Topic: When to select a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) Room (2151)Description: This presentation will provide selection criteria for when a VFD, softstarter or standard across the line starter should be used for various applications.Speaker Information: Jeff Miller has been in the variable frequency drive and motorcontrol industry for over 30 years. He spent 13 years at Danfoss and 15 years at ABB.Jeff started in R & D engineering and ended as the VP of Sales. Jeff enjoys workingwith the engineering community on the proper selection and application of VFD’s forthe HVAC and Water, Wastewater industries.

Topic: “Zero, the Final Frontier ” (Room 2152)Description: Organizations are setting aspirations for the new and hottest trend ofZERO consumption for their facilities. Whether for energy, carbon, water, and/or waste,they’re focusing on ongoing optimal performance, reviewing consumption annually,with a final target of ZERO consumption, or building decommissioning, whichevercomes first. There are many programs available to help define and outline a path forZERO, but what’s realistic, how do you achieve it, and is that path right for you.Speaker Information: As Director of Project Operations, Rock Ridolfi oversees thecore operations of Rivion’s experienced building consultants, energy engineers, andcommissioning agents. Assisting with sales, project scope development, andimplementation to discover and attain untapped value for clients. Rock’s experiencecovers benchmarking, LEED , WELL , Fitwel , Energy modeling, ASHRAE energyaudits, Investment grade analysis, Commissioning, PACE financing, and Operationalstrategic planning.Topic: Hydrogen: An Alternative Source of Power The Quiet Disrupter?(Room 3141)–Description: It seems that the triumvirate of alternative energy, wind, solar, andlithium could be facing a challenge. Could it be that Hydrogen may prove to be silentlyupsetting the way we see (and plan) the future? According to Navigant Research “Thehydrogen economy is seeing renewed interest and investment, driven by many factors.Policymakers are reacting to increasingly dire climate change warnings by supportinghydrogen as an emissions-cutting measure. Advancements in hydrogen productiontechnologies such as electrolyzers and end-use technologies like fuel cells areimproving the economics of hydrogen”. Fernando Corral will speak to the success ofhydrogen as a fuel and how it has driven the success of Plug Power, quietly over 15years. Plug Power was the winner of the Fast Company award as one of the top 10energy innovation companies this last February. Plug’s products are being used insome of the world’s largest distribution warehouses. Their stationary fuel cell poweredgenerators are deployed globally by some of the world’s preeminent telecommunicationcompanies. Fernando has an interesting story.Speaker Information: Fernando Corral represents Plug Power as Vice President ofSales specifically for the Western Region of the United States and Canada. Hisresponsibilities include strategic oversight and leadership to support sales-relatedactivities of the company’s GenKey hydrogen and fuel cell solution. Fernando hasmore than 30 years of experience in material handling, where he has served inleadership and management roles. Prior to joining Plug Power, Mr. Corral was VicePresident and General Manager at Advanced Charging Technologies, GeneralManager at Komatsu Forklift Retail Operations and Sales Manager at RaymondHandling Solutionwww.thewaee.org

Topic: Saving Energy and Money with Today’s Building Automation /Direct Digital Control Systems (Room 3151)Description: The right System, combined with an Energy Conservation Program, isnot only a critical element in cost reduction and profitability initiatives within anorganization, but provides for top performance and longevity of equipment. YourBuilding Automation/Direct Digital Control Systems can be utilized like any other “tool”,for facilities personnel to do their jobs more effectively, driving operational efficiencyand lengthening equipment life. We will examine how your Building Automation/DirectDigital Control System, with proper maintenance and updates, can perform at itsoptimum level, bringing energy and cost savings.Speaker Information: Joseph Scala handles Business Development with J & HControls, a Leader in Building Automation/Direct Digital Control Systems for over 40years, providing design, installation and service/support throughout Wisconsin. He isa veteran of numerous Presentations with Engineering Firms, Mechanical Contractorsand other Specifiers throughout the State of Wisconsin, and has been featured inseveral industry publications, including The Daily Reporter and MilwaukeeBizTimes. He has a wide range of business-to-business and consumer productsexperience with a wide range of customers during a 30 year sales & marketingmanagement career. Joseph is also involved in numerous charitable endeavors,including working closely with the American Cancer Society, Alzheimer’s Associationand Fox Valley Veterans Council.Topic: Wisconsin’s Political and Regulatory Energy Trends (Auditorium)Description: WEEE is delighted to have one of their featured training presentationsreturn for its 6th consecutive year. The presentation includes an overview of currentpolitical and regulatory trends and changes in recent decades. Key statistics regardingWisconsin’s economy, generation resources, supply/demand and rate comparisonsalong with upcoming federal, regional and state regulations and how that may impactWisconsin’s ratepayers will be presented.Speaker Information: Todd Stuart is executive director of the Wisconsin IndustrialEnergy Group, Inc. (WIEG). WIEG is a non-profit association of large energyconsumers that advocates for policies that drive affordable and reliable energy. WIEGtestifies before the Legislature, the Public Service Commission and the Department ofNatural Resources in order to control costs for large ratepayers. WIEG has beeninstrumental in saving large energy users hundreds of millions of dollars ( ) related toproposed utility rate increases that were significantly reduced. Todd received bothundergraduate and graduate degrees from UW-Madison.www.thewaee.org

Breakout Training Session #3(1:30pm - 2:15pm)Topic: Understanding Lighting Technology – A Summary of the Stateof Lighting (Room 2141)Description: In this session you will get the facts on upgrading lighting in yourfacilities. We will review LED tubes, door kits, can lights and more. We will then examinethe difference between cheap lights and quality lights and why you should understandthe difference before you buy. If you are going to spend thousands of dollars upgrading,get it right or you may be spending it more than once.Speaker Information: Rodney Heller is the principle Investigator researching theeffects of light in health care and educational environments. He has a strong interest inimproving the health and well-being of the elderly and improving student performance.He utilizes current LED technology to achieve the appropriate spectrum to improvealertness and performance. He has been in the lighting industry since 2002 and hasworked closely with researchers from around the world to validate new lightingprotocols. He is the chair of Upgrading Lighting Systems in Commercial & InstitutionalSpaces for the Illuminating Engineering Society. He is Lighting Certified (LC) and aCertified Lighting Efficiency Professional (CLEP).Topic: Green Masters Program (Room 2142)Description: The Green Masters Program is the state's only sustainability assessmentand recognition program and has been used by businesses since 2010. A starting pointfor virtually all businesses that are committed to sustainability is energy efficiency anddiversifying their energy mix. The Green Masters Program has a section on energy,and we'll walk through the kinds of questions that we ask. In addition, we've had morethan 200 businesses participate in the program, and we'll talk about the benefit ofincluding participants in the program in your supply chain.Speaker Information: Tom Eggert is a senior lecturer at the University of WisconsinMadison where he teaches classes in sustainability. He pioneered classes onsustainability leadership and systems thinking at UW in 1994 and has receivednumerous teaching awards. His interest in sustainability has led him to develop multipleclasses at the UW, travel on a Fulbright Scholarship to Latvia (where he taught classeson sustainability) and to develop the School of Business’ certificate in Business,Environment & Social Responsibility. In 2008, he founded the WI Sustainable BusinessCouncil. In addition to his work with UW, he founded and oversees WisconsinMicrofinance; a non-profit that raises money for microloans in Haiti and the Philippines.He holds a law degree from George Washington University, a Master’s in PublicAdministration from UW, and prior to law school, was a Peace Corps volunteer in thePhilippines.www.thewaee.org

Topic: A Holistic Approach to Facilities Operating Cost (Room 2151)Description: We will discuss case studies around the major components of facilityoperating costs; Active Maintenance, Preventive Maintenance and Utility Bills. We willdiscuss opportunities associated with these major components as well as tools you canuse to estimate short-term and long-term plan for the operational budgets. We will alsodiscuss resources and incentives available that can help pay towards reducing youroperating expenses.Speaker Information: Farhan Khatri has over 19 years of building engineeringsystems design, commissioning and energy optimization experience. He currentlyworks as a Regional Manager at Edison Energy and is based out of Madison, WI.Farhan has been the instructor for multiple classes at the University of Wisconsin –Madison in building integration and performance. He also provided a course of USGBCin commissioning process for building owners. He has been published in BuildingOperating Management, Consulting – Specifying Engineer and Society of AutomotiveEngineers. Farhan has a B.S. in Mechanical Engineer from UW – Madison and isregistered as a Professional Engineer in the State of Wisconsin. His certificationsinclude Certified Energy Manager, Project Management Professional, QualifiedCommissioning Process Provider, and LEED AP.Topic: Elimination of All HVAC Simultaneous Cooling & Heating(Room 2152)Description: In 1975, ASHRAE, the American Society of Heating, Refrigerating andAir-Conditioning Engineers, developed ASHRAE Standard 90-75, the document thateventually became America’s first ever energy code. It is now known as ASHRAE 90.1.In this presentation, Tom will demonstrate numerous styles of air handling systems andhow they fail to eliminate simultaneous cooling and heating, as well as how toeconomically fix them.Speaker Information: Tom Olson has a bachelor of Aeronautical Engineering degreefrom the University of Minnesota. After brief stints with two major temperature controlcompanies, Tom founded and co-owned an HVAC energy optimization company, whichhe served as president, for 28 years. During his career, he served in numerouspositions of the Minnesota Chapter of ASHRAE, including President.Topic: BioFuels - What They Are & Their Role in the Bio-Economy(Room 3141)Description: This presentation will begin by exploring the types of biofuels currentlyon the market, and a deeper examination of first-generation biofuels for ethanol andbiodiesel production. Further discussion will follow on the environmental impacts, bothnegative and positive, biofuels have had in the US and worldwide, with a re-examinationof “food vs. fuel” debate. Advanced biofuels and new technology will be explored withan emphasis placed on emerging feedstocks and processes. Lastly, we will considerthe bio-economy and look at the impact the Renewable Fuel Standards, and thechanges RIN credits have undergone.Speaker Information: Dr. Pamela Tas earned her Ph.D. in Plant Breeding and PlantGenetics from the University of Wisconsin-Madison and currently holds a facultyposition at the University of Wisconsin-Platteville in Sustainability and RenewableEnergy Systems. Dr. Tas’ research interests are in biofuels with a focus on dedicatedenergy crops for biodiesel, biodiesel standards and quality, and sustainable farmingpractices. Currently, Dr. Tas teaches classes in the area of Biofuels, Bio-RenewableResources, Data Analysis and Verification Tools, and industry-led projects for SeniorDesign.

Topic: Accurate Energy Measurements in a Changing RegulatoryEnvironment (Room 3151)Description: Measurement Accuracy – Why is it important? The DoE has alreadychanged the measurement requirements for electrical energy and energy efficiency oncompressors and pumps. They are conducting hearings on other equipment with stillmore categories in the pipeline for review. This presentation will examine how thesechanges impact the energy measurement world. We will review key factors impactingelectrical energy measurements, what drives measurement accuracy, why it’simportant, and how to achieve adequate measurements at reasonable cost.Speaker Information: Bob Shaw is the President of Ohio Semitronics, Inc. (OSI) aprivate-sector firm providing electrical measurement solutions in a variety of demandingenvironments including; Petroleum and Petrochemical, Electric Utility, Solar and WindEnergy, Test and Measurement, Automation and Control and Naval surface andsubsurface applications. OSI holds multiple patents in electrical power and energymonitoring, and has products UL listed, ATEX and IECEx certified and RoHS compliantas required. Bob’s background in electrical measurement dates to his time teachingmetering courses for GE’s Meter Business Department as well as multiple regionalMeter schools. Some more seasoned readers may also remember him from his workwith Scientific Columbus and Leeds and Northrup. Bob holds a BSEE from RoseHulman Institute of Technology and a MBA from the Ohio State University. He alsoholds a General Radiotelephone License, Asphalt Plant Operators License and the SixSigma Green Belt.Topic: Natural Gas Market Update (Auditorium)Description: As the shale revolution continues the question on the mind of many is,have we reached the bottom of the natural gas market? If not, where is the bottom? Ifso, where do we go from here?Speaker Information: Brian Zirbes, Business Development Manager, has been withConstellation Energy for over 15 years, helping industrial and commercial customersacross Wisconsin and the Midwest manage their natural gas costs. Brian holds anMBA from the University of Wisconsin Milwaukee and received his undergraduatedegrees in Finance and Marketing from UWM as well. He has been a WAEE membersince 2013.Topic: Building Performance Technicians - Jobs & Training; MATC /Technical Colleges Meeting the Challenge (Cafe Room A)Description: In today’s economy people who can and are willing to work have manyopportunities. Employers are having problems finding, let alone qualified, employees.In building operations and construction this posses many problems, especially when itcomes to finding people who want to learn the trade. In this discussion, two types ofhighly skilled positions, 1) building controls technicians

includes time as the Senior Vice President of Government Affairs and External Relations for WPPI Energy. He was responsible for managing oversight of regional energy markets, legislative, and regulatory relations in the Midwest and nationally, and corporate communications for the Sun Prairie-based electric utility serving 51 municipal