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What do you want to see at EFX18? Call for Session Proposals!
Posted by Veronica Marzilli | 9/19/2017
It's that time again - we're planning Efficiency Exchange 2018, and we want to hear from you. Between now and Oct 31, please share your ideas here on Conduit for speakers, sessions, and/or keynotes that you'd like to see next May in Tacoma at EFX18!
Nominate a Leader in Energy Efficiency Today
Posted by Veronica Marzilli | 9/12/2017
Do you work with a person or team who’s constantly pushing the envelope, setting a great example, or finding new ways to look at old problems? Here’s your chance to get them recognized for their exemplary dedication and performance in energy efficiency. Here’s your chance to get them recognized for their exemplary dedication and performance in energy efficiency. The region is currently nominating award recipients for the third annual Leadership in Energy Efficiency Awards, in the categories of INNOVATION, COLLABORATION and LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT.
NEEA RFP for Ductless Heat Pump Program Implementation
Posted by Abigail Georgetta | 9/25/2017
NEEA is soliciting proposals from qualified vendors for program coordination and support for NEEA’s NW Ductless Heat Pump Program (NWDHPP) that will result in direct and measurable electric energy savings. The goal of the NWDHPP is to create lasting market transformation for DHPs by placing the region on a trajectory to achieve 65 percent penetration of existing single family zonally heated electric resistance homes by 2040. To support NEEA’s market transformation efforts, the following objectives are overarching focus areas for the NWDHPP: Increase consumer awareness and adoption of the technology in the defined target markets Drive down product and installation costs to achieve greater affordability Increase adoption of the 1:1 displacement method Development and adoption of variable capacity heat pumps rating/testing procedure NEEA is soliciting proposals for the NWDHPP support for: Program Coordination Training and Technical Support Supply Chain Development (Cost Containment Market Intervention Strategy and Execution) Supply Chain Development (Retail) Work awarded through this RFP will extend from February 2018 through March 2019, with the option to renew for up to two (2) additional years at NEEA’s discretion. NEEA encourages proposals from all firms with relevant experience and from teams of experienced Contractors with a track record of working together to meet or exceed the goals of assigned programs and/or projects. A marketing contractor will perform marketing activities related to the NWDHPP, which are outside of the scope of this RFP; NEEA will manage these activities through a separate RFP process. Intent to Respond forms must be submitted no later than October 6, 2017. The deadline for submitting written proposals is October 27, 2017. Visit http://neea.org/get-involved/requests-for-proposals for a full listing of current RFPs.
Prototype 1: Tableau Workbook for A-lamp Price Data from Grainger
Posted by Deborah Driscoll | 9/25/2017
Per the Data User Group's work plan, this first pricing data prototype isolates A-lamps sold by Grainger. This Tableau workbook accompanies the Excel file that captures the raw webscraped data, also in this folder on Conduit.
End Use Load Research Update
End Use Load Research Workshop 1 for Working Group on February 18th at the World Trade Center in Portland. Workshop 1 will assess end use load data needs. End Use Load Research Workshop 2 for Working Group on March 2 at the World Trade Center in Portland. Workshop 2 will discuss end use load research methods and costs.
Be a part of National Energy Efficiency Day!
Posted by Veronica Marzilli | 9/05/2017
The second Energy Efficiency Day is fast approaching on October 5. Last year's first-ever national event was a big success, and any individual or organization can help in expanding the reach of this year's event. Here's what you can do to help support national awareness of EE.
End Use Load Research Steering Committee
Purpose The purpose of the End Use Load Research Steering Committee (Committee) is to provide oversight and management of the End Use Load Research Project (EULRP) on behalf of EULRP funders. The Committee will manage planning and implementation of the EULRP. Responsibilities Appoint members to the Working Group, and approve the Working Group charter. Review and approve the EULRP workplan and budget on an annual basis. Oversee and approve the planning and implementation of the EULRP. Assist management in determining financial, staff, and contractor resources that are necessary and sufficient for the implementation of the EULRP. Review and approve distribution of the EULRP confidential information to third parties. Inform EULRP funders and Board on the activities and decisions of the Committee. Committee Membership Each direct funder of the EULRP may appoint a member to the Committee. The Committee may also appoint additional member(s), such as Northwest Power & Conservation Council staff with full consent of the funders.
End Use Load Research Working Group
Purpose: The purpose of the Northwest End Use Load Research Working Group (Working Group) is to provide focused Funder and stakeholder input and guidance to the successful design and coordination of Northwest end use load research. The Working Group will advise and make recommendations to the Steering Committee on technical and policy issues related to Northwest end use load research. Working Group Objectives: Identify and reach agreement on details for the research, consistent with the prospectus and/or subject to the approval of the Steering Committee. Develop, finalize, and release Requests for Proposals as needed Evaluate the proposals and make a recommendation to the Steering Committee for awarding the contract(s) Finalization of the contract and methodological details Oversight of and adjustments to the study as needed to maintain or improve its value
NY REV Future 2017
9/26/2017 8:00AM - 9/27/2017 12:00PM| Brooklyn NY
Join industry leaders, technology providers and State officials September 26-27 in Brooklyn for New York REV Future 2017, hosted by Greentech Media. Explore how new business models and partnerships are leading New York towards a clean energy economy. The full agenda includes discussion around current market issues surrounding New York REV, demonstration projects and in-field demonstration, and efforts to operationalize a distributed energy marketplace in the State. Learn more: https://goo.gl/vjY2L3
Compressed Air Challenge - Level 1
9/27/2017 7:30AM - 4:30PM| Chubbuck ID
Are your compressed air energy costs under control? Even the smallest compressed air system is a relatively large source of energy consumption and cost. Make your company more profitable with the Compressed Air Challenge™, a series of seminars that applies proven techniques to achieve cost-effective solutions. Optimizing your compressed air systems can lead to higher productivity, energy savings, increased product quality and greater efficiency. This training offers attendees the opportunity to use their own system data in seminar exercises, as well as mastery of compressed air system components and techniques. Attendees can apply training and implement changes immediately upon return to their work place. This course is coordinated by the NEEA Industrial Training project and is co-sponsored by United Electric Co-op, City of Albion, City of Declo, City of Heyburn, City of Idaho Falls, City of Rupert, City of Soda Springs, East End Mutual Electric Company, Fall River Rural Electric Co-op, Farmers Electric Coop, Idaho Office of Energy Resources, Lower Valley Energy, Raft River Rural Electric Co-op, Riverside Electric Company, South Side Electric, Bonneville Power Administration, Northwest Food Processors Association and Washington State University Energy Program.LocationIdaho Central Credit Union4400 Central WayChubbuck, ID 83202Intended AudienceWhole StaffContactFrancine Chinitz, industrial-training@industrial.neea.org, 888-720-6823Fee$139LinksRegistration LinkDocumentsBrochure and Additional Information
Suzanne Foster Porter
Kannah Consulting
Joined 9/13/2017
Ali Hasanbeigi
Global Efficiency Intelligence, LLC.
Joined 9/12/2017
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