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Energy Trends Workshop: Elevating the Energy Conversation

Posted By IAMU, Wednesday, April 5, 2023
Picture After a successful inaugural event in 2022, the Iowa Waste Reduction Center (IWRC), in partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE), will hold the second annual Energy Trends Workshop.
 
With the need for residents and businesses to reduce their use of fossil fuels sooner rather than later, this one-day workshop focuses on current and future energy trends in Iowa. Attendees will have the opportunity to learn from and network with energy experts, consultants, industry professionals and government agencies with the goal of elevating the energy conversation in Iowa. Past attendees noted they “...really enjoyed this event…” and “...received a number of calls and emails after the event to connect and share additional information.”
 
The event will open with Keynote Speaker Robert Bryce. Mr. Bryce is the host of the Power Hungry Podcast and has been writing about energy, power, innovation and politics for more than 30 years. The author, journalist, and film producer will present on “Renewable dreams, hydrocarbon realities and the real fuels of the future”. Breakout sessions will occur throughout the day.
 
Date: Thursday, May 4
Time: 8:15 am - 4:00 pm (Registration opens at 8:15 am)
Location: West Des Moines Marriott – 1250 Jordan Creek Parkway, West Des Moines, IA 50266
Cost: $75 per person. IAEE members receive discounted tickets at $60 per person.
If cost is a barrier to attendance, scholarships are available on a case-by-case basis. Contact Dan Nickey at daniel.nickey@uni.edu for more information.
 
Register at https://iwrc.uni.edu/iowa-energy-efficiency/workshop

Tags:  Energy Trends Workshop  IAEE 

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IWRC & IAEE Presents: The Impact of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) on the Energy Industry Webinar

Posted By IAMU, Wednesday, October 26, 2022

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center  (IWRC) in partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency (IAEE) will host a webinar on The Impacts of the Inflation Reduction Act on the Energy Industry on Wednesday, November 30 from 10:00 – 11:30 a.m. The 90-minute event will include a presentation by Jacob Goldman, LEED AP, Chief Engineer and Vice President of Energy Tax Savers as well as a Q&A.

With the recent signing of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) into law, a myriad of tax incentives for the energy community have opened up. attendees will learn about the Impact of the new legislation, new and revived incentives, tax-exempt project categories and who can benefit from the new provisions.

This webinar is designed to give attendees a thorough understanding of how to include all these incentives in the calculations of energy and building project ROIs and help the energy industry continue to innovate. The event will conclude with a Q&A session.

The webinar is being offered at no charge, but space is limited. Reserve your seat now at https://uni.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_2CI7sB2pS_eTHPmsNgZG3g

Tags:  IAEE  IWRC 

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IWRC Energy Trends Workshop

Posted By IAMU, Tuesday, March 8, 2022

In partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency, the Iowa Waste Reduction Center at the University of Northern Iowa is hosting a one-day workshop addressing energy trends and management in Iowa on March 24th at the Embassy Suites in Des Moines.

Nationally-recognized energy management expert Dr. Eric Woodroof will be the keynote speaker for this event. Dr. Woodroof will provide an update on global energy/sustainability/utility trends and an overview of policies and tools that can help Iowa businesses and state facilities be more cost-competitive with neighboring states. The workshop will also feature sessions from Iowa-based experts in the energy industry covering topics and projects that directly address current and future energy management issues in Iowa. 

More information on this exciting event including registration and the full agenda can be found at: https://iwrc.uni.edu/iowa-energy-efficiency/workshop

Tags:  Energy Services  IAEE  IWRC  UNI 

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IAEE/IWRC Workshop in March

Posted By IAMU, Tuesday, February 1, 2022

The Iowa Waste Reduction Center at the University of Northern Iowa, in partnership with the Iowa Association for Energy Efficiency are hosting a one day workshop addressing energy trends and management in Iowa. Nationally-recognized energy management expert Dr. Eric Woodroof will be the keynote speaker for this event.

Dr. Woodroof will provide an update on global energy/sustainability/utility trends and an overview of policies and tools that can help Iowa businesses and state facilities be more cost competitive with neighboring states. The workshop will also feature sessions from Iowa-based experts in the energy industry covering topics and projects that directly address current and future energy management issues in Iowa.

More information on this event, including registration and the full agenda, can be found at https://iwrc.uni.edu/iowa-energy-efficiency/workshop

Date: March 24, 2022

Time: 8:30am - 3:30pm

Location: Embassy Suites, 101 E Locust St, Des Moines, IA 50309

Cost: $48 - Includes lunch

Tags:  IAEE  IWRC 

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IAEE Abstracts Now Due Friday, July 9

Posted By IAMU, Wednesday, June 23, 2021
This year's Iowa Energy Summit is scheduled for November 9-10, 2021 at the Meadows Events and Conference Center in Altoona, Iowa. The IAEE conference committee invites you to submit your presentation abstract(s). 
 
What are we looking for in 2021?
  • Interactive, engaging, tested and innovative presentations to provide a comprehensive experience for Summit attendees and further the mission of IAEE.
  • Hot Topics 
    • Post-derecho analysis, effects and lessons 

    • Incorporation of safety into energy efficiency: How has COVID impacted the production/use of sanitization and purification equipment, UV LEDs, mechanical systems, etc.?
    • Strategic Energy Management 
    • EE occupancy minimum vs. occupancy maximum in buildings during a national event
    • Impacts of increased construction material costs on EE improvements 
    • EE improvements and methodology for refrigeration systems 
  • Presentations offering CEUs 
  • Multiple session formats (oral presentations, panel discussion, hands-on experiences, etc.) 
IAEE is actively planning the 2021 Iowa Energy Summit and plans to hold an in-person event. Details to be finalized later this summer. 
 
What to expect as a 2021 IAEE Summit presenter?  
  • Presenters will gain exposure to a diverse audience of professionals at the conference as well as in pre-conference promotions where the presenter's bio and presentation topic will be listed.
  • Time and format: prepare a 50-minute session including presentation and questions. Note: Some flexibility with time and format is possible.  
  • For poster presentations: prepare a poster to be displayed around the exhibit area for the duration of the Summit. 
  • We require that each abstract submitted include a lead presenter as the primary contact. Each accepted session or poster will be given one free conference registration. 
The deadline for submitting an abstract is Friday, July 9, 2021.
 
To submit your abstract please click below
 
Abstract Submission Form

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