Meetings and Events
PLEASE SEE CALENDAR FOR DETAILS ON ATTENDING CURRENT EVENTSUPCOMING EVENTS:
Getting Ready for 2012 - Chapter Meetings are typically held the Last Tuesday of the Month
Keep your eye on the website to see details of the upcoming chapter meetings.
TUES., JANUARY 31, 2012 - NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: 5:00PM
Topic: AEE Regional and Chapter Awards, with comments from award recipients
Agenda: 5:00PM – Gather and informal networking; 5:30 – Begin Program
Location: Research IV Bldg at NCSU Centennial Campus, 909 Capability Dr, Room 1611, Raleigh, NC.
RSVP Encouraged (please email ralph@ncaee.org and kathleen@ncaee.org)
Pizza will be provided.
The program will focus on AEE Regional Awards, and NC AEE Chapter Awards. Awards include recognition of two AEE Region II Awards. Recipients are Region II Energy Engineer of the Year, James Parker, of Schneider Electric; and Region II Renewable Energy Project of the Year, Schneider Electric Solar PV Installation Project (Bimal Kaur).
Chapter Awards include: Chapter Energy Engineer, Dan Welch; and Chapter Energy Project, UNC-Chapel Hill ECM Project, (Chris Martin). A few longevity awards will also be given.
Kathleen Stahl, AEE Region II Vice President, who is beginning her second year serving in that position, will host the awards ceremony. She will also give an overview of the AEE Awards Program. It may not be the Academy Awards; however, we expect it to be an enjoyable meeting, with the opportunity to learn from our award winners. No crowded red carpet, and no tuxedos or evening gowns.
TUES., FEBRUARY 28, 2012 - NC AEE Chapter Meeting
TUES., MARCH 27, 2012 - NC AEE Chapter Meeting
PAST EVENTS:
Review of Events in 2011--
MON., DECEMBER 12, 2011 - NC AEE Chapter End of Year Social
Time: 5:00 - 8:00PM
Location: Tir Na Nog Irish Pub and Restaurant, at Moore Square in Raleigh
Address: 218 South Blount St, Raleigh
We're getting together for a social to celebrate the past year and prepare for the new year. It's a great time to catch up with old friends and get to know some new ones. Feel free to bring your spouse, friend, guest, or date. The chapter will provide heavy hors d'oeuvres (appetizers), and your first drink. Looking forward to seeing you there.
RSVP by noon, Friday, Dec 9th (so we can get a fairly accurate head count).
TUES., NOVEMBER 15, 2011 - NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: 5:00 Gather, and Presentation at 5:30PM
Topic: Desiccant and Dehumidification Systems
Speaker: Adam Shaffer, Advantix Systems
Location: Advanced Energy Conference Room, Research IV Bldg at NCSU Centennial Campus, 909 Capability Dr, Suite 2100, Raleigh, NC.
RSVP Encouraged (please email kathleen@ncaee.org)
We will gather at 5:00PM for some informal networking and brief chapter announcements. We will begin the program as close to 5:30 as possible. Parking is available in the lot directly across from Research IV.
TUES., OCTOBER 25, 2011, NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING
Time: 5:00PM (Gather in Lobby & Program to start at 5:30PM)
Topic: Why Buildings Matter and the New North Carolina Energy Code
Speaker: Chris Mathis
Location: Two Progress Plaza, 8th Floor (TPP8), located at 100 E. Davie Street, Raleigh, NC. (Click for map)
Chris Mathis, President of Mathis Consulting Company (MC2) will be the speaker for the October 25th NC AEE Chapter Meeting in Raleigh. With expertise in building science and energy policy, Chris will speak on the impacts of the 2012 Energy Code, with a focus on commercial buildings. You can learn more about Chris from the bio on his website (click here for bio).
RSVP Encouraged.
This meeting will be held in downtown Raleigh, at Two Progress Plaza, 8th Floor (TPP 8), located at 100 East Davie St., Raleigh, NC 27601. The revolving door entrance is directly across Davie Street from Clyde Cooper’s Barbecue.
We will gather in the lobby at 5:00PM and sign in at the security desk. We will have to be escorted up to the 8th floor, so please arrive before 5:30PM. We will begin the program as close to 5:30 as possible. We’ve held several chapter meetings at this location in the past. This will be our last meeting at TTP8, as Red Hat will be moving into this space.
Parking is available in the parking deck, and street parking, if available, is free beginning at 5PM.
TUES., SEPTEMBER 27, 2011, NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING
Time: 5:30PM (Gather & Program to start at 6:00PM)
Topic: Compressed Air - Energy Savings Opportunities
With speakers: Paul Edwards (Compressed Air Consultants - Charlotte, NC)
Location: UNC-Chapel Hill, Giles Horney Bldg, 103 Airport Drive - Magnolia Conf Rm on 1st Flr. (Click for map: 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill) Note this is about .5 miles north of the main campus - off of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
The presentation will cover the financial and technical aspects of compressed air improvement projects. This overview of compressed air systems will show some case studies and will show us how to avoid some common pitfalls while optimizing the system.
Time: 5:00PM (Gather in Lobby & Program to start at 5:30PM)
Topic: Why Buildings Matter and the New North Carolina Energy Code
Speaker: Chris Mathis
Location: Two Progress Plaza, 8th Floor (TPP8), located at 100 E. Davie Street, Raleigh, NC. (Click for map)
Chris Mathis, President of Mathis Consulting Company (MC2) will be the speaker for the October 25th NC AEE Chapter Meeting in Raleigh. With expertise in building science and energy policy, Chris will speak on the impacts of the 2012 Energy Code, with a focus on commercial buildings. You can learn more about Chris from the bio on his website (click here for bio).
RSVP Encouraged.
This meeting will be held in downtown Raleigh, at Two Progress Plaza, 8th Floor (TPP 8), located at 100 East Davie St., Raleigh, NC 27601. The revolving door entrance is directly across Davie Street from Clyde Cooper’s Barbecue.
We will gather in the lobby at 5:00PM and sign in at the security desk. We will have to be escorted up to the 8th floor, so please arrive before 5:30PM. We will begin the program as close to 5:30 as possible. We’ve held several chapter meetings at this location in the past. This will be our last meeting at TTP8, as Red Hat will be moving into this space.
Parking is available in the parking deck, and street parking, if available, is free beginning at 5PM.
Time: 5:30PM (Gather & Program to start at 6:00PM)
Topic: Compressed Air - Energy Savings Opportunities
With speakers: Paul Edwards (Compressed Air Consultants - Charlotte, NC)
Location: UNC-Chapel Hill, Giles Horney Bldg, 103 Airport Drive - Magnolia Conf Rm on 1st Flr. (Click for map: 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill) Note this is about .5 miles north of the main campus - off of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
The presentation will cover the financial and technical aspects of compressed air improvement projects. This overview of compressed air systems will show some case studies and will show us how to avoid some common pitfalls while optimizing the system.
THURS., AUGUST 18, 2011, NC AEE CHAPTER PICNIC
Time: Starts at 4:30PM; Food at 5:00PM
Topic: PICNIC! Food & Fun
Location: Jim Parker will host the Picnic at his Raleigh home.
Please RSVP to receive directions to the Picnic. We need to know who's coming, so we can plan accordingly and do the shopping. Guests and family members are welcome.
TUES., JUNE 28, 2011 - NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: Gather at 5:30; Program/Tour 6:00PM
Topic: FREEDM Systems Center at NCSU
Location: FREEDM System Center is located in the Keystone Science Center at 1791 Varsity Drive, Suite 100, Raleigh, NC, on the Centennial Campus of NCSU
Speaker: The Staff of the FREEDM Center
The FREEDM Systems Center, mindful of the looming energy crisis, focuses on renewable energy sourcing in the U.S., and seeks solutions to better utilize long term, secure, sustainable, and environmentally friendly energy. The proposed FREEDM System is a green energy grid infrastructure. Come and learn more about what’s happening with energy technology in our own back yard.
TUES., MAY 24, 2011, NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: Gather at 5:00; Program at 5:30PM
Topic: Lighting Efficiency, Current Legislation & DOE Rules
Location: Raleigh, NCSU Centennial Campus, Research IV Bldg, Rm 1611. (Address 909 Capability Dr, Raleigh, NC 27606)
Speaker: Larry Wilson of Philips Lighting
You've heard of the phase out of T-12 fluorescent lighting and some incandescent lights. Come and learn what's going on with current legislation, Dept of Energy rules, and the ongoing debate. How does this affect you and your facilities? What types of products will be phased out, and what's the schedule? You won't want to miss this.
(The AEE Chapter has also invited the Illuminating Engineering Society Chapter to join us)
APRIL 26-27, 2011, NC Sustainable Energy Conference
Time: All Day Tues-Wed
Topic: Eigth Annual North CArolina Sustainable Energy Conference, sponsored by the NC STate Energy Office
Location: Raleigh (McKimmon Center)
Details for registration online, see www.energync.net.
NC AEE Chapter will have a brief meeting immediately following the last break-out session of the day, before the reception. Please come by to meet the Chapter officers and learn about the chapter.
April 7, 2011, Piedmont ASHRAE Meeting
Time: 5:30PM - Registration/Social; 6:00 - Dinner; 7:00 - Speaker, Lynn Bellinger
Main Topic: "Initiatives for Energy Conservation in Existing Buildings" Lynn Bellinger, PE - ASHRAE President
Location: Downtown Greensboro-Kress Terrace - see details on the web. http://www.northpiedmont.org/
The Piedmont ASHRAE Chapter has invited us to join them for their special meeting featuring the ASHRAE President
Please register online. A $25 fee will cover dinner and attendance. RSVP/Register
Time: 5:30PM - Registration/Social; 6:00 - Dinner; 7:00 - Speaker, Lynn Bellinger
Main Topic: "Initiatives for Energy Conservation in Existing Buildings" Lynn Bellinger, PE - ASHRAE President
Location: Downtown Greensboro-Kress Terrace - see details on the web. http://www.northpiedmont.org/
The Piedmont ASHRAE Chapter has invited us to join them for their special meeting featuring the ASHRAE President
Please register online. A $25 fee will cover dinner and attendance. RSVP/Register
Tues. MARCH 22, 2011, NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: 5:30PM (Gather & Program to start at 6:00PM)
Topic: UNC-CH ECM Program & Results, With speakers: Chris Martin & Ralph Taylor
Location: UNC-Chapel Hill, Giles Horney Bldg, 103 Airport Drive - Magnolia Conf Rm on 1st Flr. (Click for map: 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill) Note this is about .5 miles north of the main campus - off of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
This presentation was presented in December at the World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC) in Washington DC. The Energy Mangement Department at UNC pulled together a program to implement Energy Conservation Measures (ECM) beginning in July 2009 with quick payback, relatively low cost, and primarily in-house resources. Results from the first year are revealed, as well as a glimpse at the on-going effort.
IEEE Meeting – Plug-In Electric Vehicles – March 17 Our colleagues at IEEE have extended an invitation to the NC AEE Chapter to their meeting on Plug In Electric Vehicles: Opportunities and Challenges, this week, March 17th. If you want to attend, details and registration can be found at http://meetings.vtools.ieee.org/meeting_view/list_meeting/4561
TUES. FEBRUARY 22, 2011 NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING - RALEIGH
Speaker: Len Hoey, NC Energy Office
Topic: Updates and Overview from the State Energy Office
5:00PM – Gather; 5:30PM – Program
Location: 1830-A Tillery Place, Raleigh – State Energy Office Conference Room
(Click for map – Tillery Place is off of Capital Blvd, inside the Beltline, about 1.5 miles South of the Beltline, or about 1.5 miles North of Wade Ave)
Our speaker, Len Hoey, was recognized by the Association of Energy Engineers as the 2010 Energy Manager of the Year for Region II. His presentation will bring us up to date on the efforts of the State Energy Office and will include information on the Federal Energy Efficiency Grants, Performance Contracting, and 2010 Results for Utility Savings Initiative for State Buildings. www.energync.net
JAN. 25 5:30 AEE CHAPTER MEETING UNC CHAPEL HILL
JAN. 21 11:30 AFE LUNCH AND TOUR RBC CENTER RALEIGH $12
JAN. 12 11:30 ASHRAE LUNCH EMERGING TECH AND LIGHTING APPLICATIONS $30
Review of Events in 2010--
TUES. DECEMBER 14, 2010 NC AEE CHAPTER AWARDS AND CHRISTMAS SOCIAL
TIR NA NOG, RALEIGHTHU. NOVEMBER 18, 2010 NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING/ MASTER CLASS
Time: 5:00-5:30PM (Gather at 5:00 & Program to start at 5:30PM)Topic: MASTER CLASS by Dan Mull on Emerging Technologies in Energy Location: Raleigh, Progress Energy, 100 E Davie St.
TUES. OCTOBER 26, 2010, NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: 5:00-5:30PM (Gather at 5:00 & Program to start at 5:30PM)
Topic: Renewable Energy
Location: Raleigh, Progress Energy, 100 E Davie St.
SEPTEMBER 28, 2010, NC AEE Chapter Meeting
Time: 5:30PM (Gather & Program to start at 6:00PM)
Topic: An IT Perspective on Smart Grid, With speaker: Toby Considine.
Location: UNC-Chapel Hill, Giles Horney Bldg, 103 Airport Drive - Magnolia Conf Rm on 1st Flr. (Click for map: 103 Airport Drive, Chapel Hill) Note this is about .5 miles north of the main campus - off of Martin Luther King Jr. Blvd
"Smart buildings add value to smart grids; smart grids need smart buildings to talk to"
Toby is co-chair of the OASIS oBIX Technical Committee. and is active in many allied efforts, including the National Building Information Standard (NBIMS) for the design and construction of buildings and in national efforts to define the Smart Grid. He is on staff at UNC-Chapel Hill. Toby has spoken to groups nationwide on technology topics. I'm sure you will find this session thought provoking. You can find out more about Toby and his ideas at his blog The New Daedalus. www.newdaedalus.com
OCT 11-15 CEM 5 day TRAINING and EXAM Hosted by Piedmont AC; Cost includes food and exam
See CEM Flyer for details
NOV 18-19 GREEN TECHNOLOGY AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT CONFERENCE
GREENSBORO, Call for papers by Sept. 15, Papers due Oct. 22
See Green Tech Flyer for details and registration
BACK BY POPULAR DEMAND
NC AEE CHAPTER PICNIC
MONDAY AUGUST 23, CRABTREE LAKE WHITE OAK SHELTER (Postponed Indefinitely)
ARRIVE 4:30 TO 5:30 WHEN EATING COMMENCES
NO BULL, ONLY ANGUS
SEE Picnic Flyer FOR DETAILS; FAMILY AND GUESTS WELCOME
MAY 18, 2010 NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING (Date Confirmed)
Three colleagues from the American Council of Engineering Companies (ACEC) will join us for our May NC AEE Chapter meeting to give a presentation on Building Modeling/Energy Modeling. This interactive presentation will explore how design decisions can impact the energy usage of a building. An actual building design is used as a case study. You will be interested in how the results may differ from your intuitive predictions. Presenters include William Smith, PE, and Adam Spach, PE, from Stanford White, and Roger Wood, PE, from United Engineering. All three have a wealth of real world experience with building design, and they share a passion for improving the energy performance of our built environment.
Feedback on our survey indicates that Monday evening meetings are not convenient for members. We have scheduled this meeting for a Tuesday, at 5:00PM, with the program to run from 5:30 - 7:00 PM. We plan to offer the option of attending via webinar, if there is enough interest. Please RSVP to Kathleen or Ralph if you'd like to attend, or if you want to participate via webinar.
Date: Tuesday, May 18, 2010
Time: 5:00 – Gather & Socialize
5:30PM – Program: Building Modeling/Energy Modeling
7:00PM – wrap up & depart
Location: Progress Energy, 100 E. Davie St., Raleigh, 27601
(revolving door directly across Davie from Clyde Coopers Bar B Q)
Gather in lobby, sign in at security desk
APRIL 20-21 SUSTAINABLE ENERGY CONFERENCE - RALEIGH
The N.C. Energy Office’s Seventh Annual Sustainable Energy Conference, “Sustainability: Moving Beyond the Federal Stimulus,” (April 20 &21) will feature keynote presentations by Harry Wingo, Google policy counsel focusing on energy and cybersecurity; Nate Hurst, Walmart’s director of sustainability and Jörg Mayer, director of the German Renewable Energies Agency. We expect confirmation from top federal energy policymakers soon as well as those critical to shaping the future of North Carolina’s energy economy. Break-out sessions will focus on emerging technologies, expanding funding opportunities, policy trends and access to practical information and resources. Continuing education units, once again, will be available. Registration starts at just $59.00 for the two-day conference at the McKimmon Center in Raleigh, N.C. Registration and exhibition fees have not been increased. This is an opportunity not to be passed up. Space is limited so sign up right away. Visit the conference web page for detailed schedule, on line registration, lodging deals, and more: www.sustainable-energy-conference.org
MARCH 22 M&V TRAINING CERT NC A&T
FEB. 15 ENERGY ONE DAY TRAINING WRP
Review of Events in 2009 --
DECEMBER 14 CHRISTMAS DOWNTOWN TIR NA NOG
Join us for our annual Christmas gathering Mon. Dec. 14 at Tir Na Nog in Raleigh 5-8pm. Bring your spouse/guest. We'll be accepting donations for the Methodist Home for Children, a chapter tradition. Also weather permitting, all invited to optional walking tour to Fayetteville St. with new Ice Skating Rink, and LED streetlights on E. Davie St. and near Convention Center. Appetizer and beverage included; singing may be required. RSVP by Dec. 13.
Cancelled NOVEMBER 10 AWARDS DINNER AND WEEC HIGHLIGHTS
Hear the experts on strategies for tax credits and stimulus funding for commercial buildings- Bill McShane, Philips Lighting and Len Hoey, NC Energy Office. Progress Energy, 100 E. Davie, Raleigh Social 5-5:30, Program 5:45-6:45 **Available by webinar on request**
SEPT 9 GREEN NC BUILDING EXPO RALEIGH
Attend this no cost* event www.greennctradeshow.com at the Raleigh Convention Center and meet afterwards to socialize downtown.
*Free admission to trade show exhibits 9 to 5; optional luncheon and speaker $35
JUNE 15 NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING ENERGY STAR VENDING MACHINES
Hear the latest on new national standards for Energy Star Vending Machines by Trent Roth, Dixie-Narco out of SC. 5:30, Advanced Energy, 909 Capability Dr., Raleigh
MAY 18 NC AEE CHAPTER MEETING PROGRESS ENERGY BUSINESS PROGRAM
Overview of new Energy Efficiency for Business incentive program now available to Progress Energy business customers, by Kathleen Stahl, PE, CEM, Progress Energy, 5:30, 100 E. Davie, Raleigh **Available by webinar on request**
APRIL 14-15 SUSTAINABLE ENERGY CONFERENCE
6TH ANNUAL EVENT with reduced rates for early registration
NCSU McKimmon Center in Raleigh, Online Registration
Presentation on Best Practices of Commissioning Existing Buildings by Balaji Santhanakrishnan, CEM, Johnson Controls
MARCH 17 NC AEE CHAPTER TOUR DUKE UNIV LEED RESIDENCE HALL
GREEN EVENT for St. Patricks! Tour the LEED Platinum Duke Univ. Residence Hall
Meet at Duke Univ (address TBA) at 5:30; limited to 20 participants; no cost.
FEBRUARY 9TH NC AEE CHAPTER JOINT MTG WITH ASME
Tour and presentation of SMART GRID demonstration project by Duke Energy and Advanced Energy.
Where: AEC Centennial Campus, NCSU, 6:00-8:00, $10 includes meal.
FEBRUARY 11th ASHRAE MEETINGBill Harrison, 2008-09 ASHRAE President, will be speaking at the February meeting of Triangle ASHRAE, on energy efficient building operation, commissioning and sustainability. Learn how to save 10-40% on HVAC energy.
When: 6:30pm at the McKimmon Center on NCSU campus. Come at 5:30 for the Social Hour and an opportunity to meet Mr. Harrison. $25 includes dinner.
FEBRUARY 19TH AFE CARRIER CHILLER CENTER TOUR
Tour the Carrier Chiller Distribution Center with a dinner presentation on related energy concerns, 5:30-7:30, RSVP by Feb. 13
JANUARY MEETING:
When: Tuesday, January 13, 2009, 4:00-5:15 NC Art Museum, Blue Ridge Road
Topic: NC Art Museum Performance Contract Highlights: Advanced Humidity Controls & Mechanical Improvements with first-year results
Presenter: Tim Gasper, Brady Trane, ESC
RSVP to first 12 by Monday Jan. 12th COB to Eric or Kathleen (see Calendar for details)
Review of Events in 2008 - -
DECEMBER MEETING:
When: Monday, December 8, 2008 5:00-7:00
What: Holiday Social with Family and Friends
Where: Tir Na Nog Irish Pub & Restaurant, 218 S. Blount St., Raleigh
Why: Celebrate the Season with NC AEE Traditions of Friends, Refreshments, Song and
Giving to the Methodist Home for Children, as we will
present the Bill Gilbert Memorial Scholarship to the Methodist Home
Finish the evening with an optional walk down Fayetteville Street to enjoy the Christmas decorations and LED lighting.
Cost: Suggested donation $10 or Sponsorships welcomed!
Parking on streets free after 5pm, some charge for city parking decks
November Meeting:
When: Monday, November 17, 2008 5:30pm-7:00pm (Social/refreshments 5:00-5:30)
What: Highlights of WEEC (World Energy Engineers Congress)
Industrial Efficiency and Greenhouse Gas Registry
plus Annual Elections and Awards (15 min)
Who: Eric Soderberg, Jim Haven (session chair and presenter at WEEC)
Where: Raleigh, Progress Energy, 100 E. Davie St.
October Meeting Mon., Oct. 20, 2008
What: Raleigh Govt. Complex $19 million Thermal Storage Project
Who: PEPCO Energy Services
When: 5:30-7:30 pm
Where: Meet at Tank at 5:30 next to Parking Deck between McDowell and Salisbury and one block S. of Peace St., half block N. of Lane
Park in Visitors Parking Deck or on nearby streets- enter deck northbound from McDowell just north of Lane, or southbound from Salisbury one block south of Peace
After tour of tank and chiller plant, we will walk across the "green quad" to the State Construction Office, 4th floor New Education Bldg, 301 N. Wilmington St., Suite 450, for presentation and refreshments.
No cost, except state employees will pay at cost for food to avoid conflict of interest.
1.5 PDHs
Students and Visitors Welcome!
