Colorado Coalition for New Energy Technologies Update
3 September 2002
In this Edition:
· Welcome to New Coalition Members:
o EMC Engineers, Inc.
o Hamlin Electric Services
o Holcim (U.S.) Inc.
o M2M Matrix
o Power Energy Fuels, Inc.
o UQM Technologies
o Western Colorado Power Company
o Xanterra Parks & Resorts
o Zilkha Renewable Energy
· Rudd Mayer
· Xcel Windfarm Moves Ahead
· Colorado Energy Assistance Foundation Leads National Energy Campaign
· Colorado Firms Team to Save Power, Cut Emissions
· Governor’s Energy Savings Exhibit Rolls Through Colorado
· “Rebuild Colorado News” Available
· California Passes New Renewable Portfolio Standard
· Udall-Wamp Letter to Energy Bill Conferees Gains 124 Co-signers
· Grant Funding Available for Energy Efficiency, Renewable Energy and Pollution Prevention Projects
· CU Solar Decathlon Constructs Solar-Powered House.
· SeaWest and Econergy Launch Unique Green Power Consulting Services
· World Summit on Sustainable Development
· IRS Certifies First Vehicle for Clean Fuel Tax Deduction
· SBIC Offers Green Building Guidelines
· Help Available for Renewable Energy Companies Doing Business in China
· Green Markets Emerging Ahead of Carbon Caps
· “Attention, All CEOs: Start Planning for Global Warming’s September 11th”
· Conference Board Reports on Impact of Climate Change on Global Businesses
· Upcoming Events
o 12 September, Walsenburg: Wind and Renewable Energy Workshop
o 12 September, Golden: NREL Energy Analysis Seminar on Regional Haze
o 13-14 September, Durango: Biomass Energy and Product Opportunities in the Four Corners Region
o 14 September, Montrose: Southwest Colorado Construction Industry Solar Photovoltaic Workshop
o 14-15 September, Evergreen: Earthen Plasters Workshop
o 18-19 September, San Francisco: Positioning for Profitability with Renewable Energy
o 19 September, Fort Collins: “Building GREEN” Seminar
o 30 Sept.-2 Oct., Washington: National Green Power Marketing Conference
o 20-22 November, Annapolis, Md.: EPA Climate-Change Conference
WELCOME TO NEW COALITION MEMBERS
EMC Engineers, Inc.
Golden
The core business of EMC Engineers, Inc. is about energy conservation and renewable energy systems. Energy use and its costs impact all sectors of business and industry and impact the quality of daily life in our society. EMC provides energy conservation technology, productivity, and efficiency while preserving quality of life and the global environment.
Hamlin Electric Services
Fort Morgan
Hamlin Electric Services is a diversified electrical contractor providing a wide range of services and experience in the repair, maintenance, and upgrade of electrical power, process control systems, and energy transmission & distribution for the industrial, commercial, gas plant and utility sectors. The company’s mission is to consistently provide ethical and quality electrical and technical contracting services to industrial, utility, and commercial customers, optimizing productivity and customer service through cost-effective management methods and state-of-the-art technology.
Holcim (U.S.) Inc.
Florence
Holcim is one of the world’s largest suppliers of cement, aggregates (gravel and sand) and concrete. From origins in Switzerland, Holcim has grown into a global player with majority and minority interests in over 70 countries on all continents. Holcim currently employs more than 47,000 people. With market-oriented structures, new products, skilled employees and efficient environmental management systems, Holcim ensures a strong position now - and for the years ahead.
M2M Matrix
Greenwood Village
M2M Matrix provides real-time remote monitoring and control services to the energy industry and other large industrial and government users. It can gather operating data from essentially any asset, and display it to users anywhere. M2M facilitates a sophisticated real-time electrical load shedding program for the State of California, eliminating the need to run the dirtiest generators during peak hours. It helps major utilities monitor stressed transformers, reducing the need to build additional distribution infrastructure. M2M has monitored and controlled microturbines from thousands of miles away, and its remote asset monitoring and control technology is the perfect solution for managing many of today’s new energy technologies and programs.
Power Energy Fuels, Inc.
Lakewood
Power Energy Fuels, Inc. (PEFI), was formed in 1996 and has the exclusive worldwide rights to commercialize the Power Energy System™, a proven catalytic process by which any carbonaceous source may be converted into a high-grade alcohol product called Ecalene™, registered with the Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) as a fuel blending additive. Its process and proprietary catalyst are in the forefront of the expanding alternative fuel industry. The corporate mission is to improve and perfect an innovative, patented technology, which will not only benefit the environment but also produce a clean burning motor fuel from renewable sources.
UQM Technologies
Golden
UQM Technologies is a world-recognized technology leader in the development and manufacture of energy efficient, power dense electric motors, generators and electronic inverters aimed at high growth and emerging markets. These markets include clean electric, hybrid-electric and fuel cell-electric on-road and off-road vehicles; vehicle auxiliaries, including 42-volt systems; and environmentally friendly distributed power generators.
Western Colorado Power Company
Telluride
The Western Colorado Power Company, along with Hydro West (Colorado) Inc. and Cogen Technologies Inc., develops projects ranging from the 80 MW Atlas cogeneration plant in Rifle (Colorado Greenhouse tomatoes) to 500 watt “guerilla hydro” installations. It owns and operates formerly abandoned commercial-scale hydro plants in Ouray (900 kW, no fish due to low ph from mining), Telluride (500 kW, no fish due to high altitude/stream gradient) and Georgetown (300 kw, only non-native invader fish). The company consults on numerous commercial-scale hydro developments, including the Town of Estes Park and San Juan Guest Ranch in Ridgway. It is presently working on a 100% waste vegetable oil (old fryer oil) project for the City of Aspen and Telluride Bluegrass Festival utilizing diesel engine prime movers.
Xanterra Parks & Resorts
Aurora
Xanterra Parks & Resorts is the country’s largest operator of lodges, restaurants and other concessions at national and state parks and resorts throughout the country. Xanterra has been widely recognized for its environmental initiatives. It received the 2002 Environmental Achievement Award from the Region 9 Office of the Environmental Protection Agency in recognition of Xanterra’s efforts in Death Valley and Grand Canyon National Parks. In 2001, Xanterra received the Department of Interior Environmental Achievement Award and the 2001 Travel Industry Association’s Odyssey Award in the “Environment” category. Xanterra was the only national park concessionaire and one of only 13 winners in the country to receive the DOI award. Xanterra operates concessions in the following locations: Yellowstone National Park, the North and South Rims of Grand Canyon National Park, Bryce Canyon National Park, Zion National Park, Crater Lake National Park, Death Valley National Park, Petrified Forest National Park, Everglades National Park, and Mount Rushmore National Memorial; and at resorts in Napa, Calif.; Nebraska City, Neb., Saratoga Springs, N.Y. and seven Ohio State Parks.
Zilkha Renewable Energy
Zilkha Renewable Energy is a wind energy company that develops, builds, owns and operates utility scale wind projects. Its projects provide energy for utilities in the United States, the United Kingdom and Costa Rica.
A complete list of members of the Colorado Coalition for New Energy Technologies is available on the coalition’s website at www.newenergytechnologies.org.
RUDD MAYER
Rudd Mayer, one of the leading voices in Colorado’s clean-energy community, died on 13 August. Rudd pioneered the establishment of an award-winning grassroots green power marketing campaign from her position at the Land and Water Fund of the Rockies, and her tireless work and talents helped make Xcel Energy’s WindSource program the most successful of its kind in the nation. Her accomplishments will serve as an inspiration to all who worked with her and to those who seek to undertake new projects in the future.
To get a sense of Rudd’s many accomplishments, visit the websites of the Grassroots Campaigns for Wind Power in Colorado and Utah. To read Rudd’s obituary from the 15 August Boulder Daily Camera, visit:
http://www.thedailycamera.com/bdc/city_news/article/0,1713,BDC_2422_1326962,00.html.
XCEL WINDFARM MOVES AHEAD
—GE Wind Energy and AEP In Negotiations
Heather Draper writes in the 28 August issue of the Rocky Mountain News that Xcel Energy has reached agreement with coalition member GE Power Systems to move ahead on its oft-delayed 162-megawatt windfarm near Lamar. Terms of the agreement were not disclosed, but Draper reports that “[i]f the new deal gets PUC [Public Utilities Commission] approval and GE Power works out facility ownership rights with Columbus, Ohio-based American Electric Power (AEP), Lamar could be the home of the Golden Prairie Wind Farm by the end of next year,” according to AEP spokesman Steven Williams, who added that AEP is still in negotiations with GE to buy the ownership rights to the wind farm.
COLORADO ENERGY ASSISTANCE FOUNDATION LEADS NATIONAL ENERGY CAMPAIGN
—Three-year Campaign to Advance Energy Efficiency and Conservation
The Colorado Energy Assistance Foundation (CEAF), the National Fuel Funds Network (NFFN), and the Governor’s Office of Energy Management and Conservation (OEMC), are working with the Ad Council (creators of Smokey Bear) to launch a national public service advertisement campaign for energy efficiency and conservation. Together, they have raised over $850,000 for this campaign, through partners such as the Department of Energy, The Home Depot, The North American Insulation Manufacturers Association, and a total of thirteen state energy offices (Colorado, Alaska, Ohio, Missouri, Virginia, Louisiana, Minnesota, Pennsylvania, Utah, Wyoming, Texas, North Dakota, and Kentucky).
This three-year campaign is expected to get millions worth of public service advertising across the country. It will target children in the first and third year, and adults in the second year. For more information contact Maria Finley of CEAF at 303-825-8750 or Rick Grice, Director of the OEMC at 303-894-2383.
[Article courtesy CEAF]
COLORADO FIRMS TEAM TO SAVE POWER, CUT EMISSIONS
—More Than 40 Colorado Companies Take Part in Commitment
The CU-Denver Colorado Business Energy Partnership (CBEP) announced on 8 August that more than 40 Colorado companies and public agencies have committed to save energy in an effort to reduce harmful carbon emissions.
In the 9 August Denver Post, reporter Steve Raabe quotes CBEP organizer Marshall Kaplan as saying “We think what we’re doing is vitally important…This isn’t just a goodwill effort. It’s a meaningful step in addressing a global issue.” Kaplan adds that the initiative originates in part from President Bush’s call for voluntary cutbacks in energy use and that several other states have similar programs in effect. Finally, Raabe quotes Kaplan as noting “when we join with other firms around the country, the aggregate impact could be significant.”
The firms and public agencies that have committed to save energy by participating in this program are (coalition members hyperlinked):
Advanced Energy Systems Inc., Altair Energy, Armstrong Service Inc., Aspen Skiing Co., Auraria Higher Education Center, Boulder Community Hospital, Boulder Housing Partners, Center for Applied Research Inc., CH2M Hill, City of Colorado Springs, City and County of Denver, City of Lakewood, Colorado State University, Fischer Imaging Corp., Forest City Stapleton Inc., Gary Williams Energy Corp., Holcim Inc., Idalex Technologies, Johns Manville Corp., Kaiser Permanente, Leitner POMA of America Inc., Lightly Treading Energy and Design, Lockheed Martin Space Systems Co., McStain Neighborhoods, Marriott Hotels (Denver Marriott City Center), Mental Health Corp. of Denver, Millennium Energy, Miller International, Northeast Metro Pollution Prevention Alliance, OppenheimerFunds Services, Opus Northwest LLC, PCD Engineering Services, Pendergast Sarni Group LLC, Ponderosa Industries Inc., Poudre Valley Health Services, Regis University, Robinson Dairy Inc., SourceOne Management Inc., Sun Fuels Inc., The Urban Farm at Stapleton, University of Colorado System, URS Corp., Versar Inc. and Western Gas Resources.
GOVERNOR’S ENERGY SAVINGS EXHIBIT ROLLS THROUGH COLORADO
Coloradoans visiting the Governor’s Office of Energy Management and Conservation’s Energy Savings Exhibit during its state tour had the opportunity to learn about emerging energy technologies like fuel cells, as well as readily available consumer appliances, products and services. The Energy Savings Exhibit is showcased in a hybrid-electric alternative fuel bus, provided by coalition member TransTeq, based in Denver, Colorado. The Exhibit had nine stops throughout the month of July and was greeted with great interest from local citizens, media and local officials.
During its two-day stop in Montrose at the Wal-Mart store, a gentleman who had toured the bus earlier, returned to show his purchase of compact fluorescent light bulbs. “The man said he was motivated from what he learned at the Exhibit about energy efficiency,” said Joe Lambert, OEMC program manager.
The Exhibit and its displays were continually met with this type of enthusiasm. From 18 August 18 to 2 September, the Energy Savings Exhibit was at the Colorado State Fair. Additionally, for those people interested in learning more about fuel cell technology, the OEMC and its partners will have a fuel cell at the Parade of Homes in Colorado, from 31 August to 6 October. For ticket information to the Parade of Homes, visit www.2002paradeofhomes.com. After the Parade of Homes, the fuel cell will be at the City and County of Denver’s fire station in Washington Park, where it will provide significant energy and some hot water to the facility.
To find out more about the Energy Savings Exhibit, the fuel cell exhibits or the Governor’s Office of Energy Management and Conservation, visit www.state.co.us/oemc. Or contact Megan Castle, megan.castle@state.co.us or call 303-894-2383 x 1211, 1-800-632-6662.
[Article courtesy OEMC]
“REBUILD COLORADO NEWS” AVAILABLE
—Interested Parties Invited to Subscribe to OEMC News Service
The Colorado Governor’s Office of Energy Management and Conservation (OEMC) has begun issuing “Rebuild Colorado News,” a summary of recent happenings, upcoming events and free services from Rebuild Colorado. OEMC offers the Rebuild Colorado program to help building owners get better buildings through energy and water efficiency improvements.
For more information, visit www.colorado.gov/rebuildco or call OEMC at 303-894-2383.
CALIFORNIA PASSES NEW RENEWABLE PORTFOLIO STANDARD
In an article dated 1 September, Paul Rogers of the San Jose Mercury News reports that California legislators approved legislation on Saturday (31 August) requiring utilities to purchase 20 percent of their electricity from renewable sources by 2017. This renewable portfolio standard is more than any other state’s requirement and California Governor Gray Davis has said he will sign the measure, nearly doubling California's commitment to “green power.”
UDALL-WAMP LETTER TO ENERGY BILL CONFEREES GAINS 124 CO-SIGNERS
—Letter to Conferees Urges Support for Efficiency and Renewables
U.S. House Renewable Energy and Energy Efficiency Caucus Co-chairs Mark Udall (D-Colorado) and Zach Wamp (R-Tennessee) are circulating a letter that will be sent to energy bill conferees. Signed by 124 Members of Congress of both parties from around the country, the letter urges conferees to ensure that the conference committee’s final energy bill take “balanced steps toward greater energy efficiency and the development of our country's vast renewable energy resources.”
Besides the letter’s sponsor (Udall), Rep. Diana DeGette (D-Colorado) is the only other member of Colorado’s congressional delegation currently signing the letter. According to most observers, the federal energy bill’s biggest hurdle to agreement is the Arctic National Wildlife Refuge (ANWR), with the House bill enabling energy exploration in ANWR and the Senate bill opposing exploration.
GRANT FUNDING AVAILABLE FOR ENERGY EFFICIENCY, RENEWABLE ENERGY AND POLLUTION PREVENTION PROJECTS
—StEPP Foundation Seeks Projects to Fund
An exciting new organization, the StEPP Foundation, is looking for projects with significant and measurable environmental benefits to fund in Colorado.
Established in July of 2001, the StEPP Foundation is a 501(c)(3) organization whose primary mission is to increase the number of energy efficiency, renewable energy and pollution prevention projects implemented at the local, state and national levels for the benefit of the public. The StEPP Foundation offers opportunities for organizations across the country to demonstrate the positive benefits of renewable energy, energy efficiency and pollution prevention projects in their communities. Funding is provided to a limited number of projects, in one-year to three-year time frames. Projects must meet a minimum funding requirement of $25,000.
The StEPP Foundation invites interested parties to increase the number of environmental projects taking place in our communities by applying today at www.steppfoundation.org
CU SOLAR DECATHLON CONSTRUCTS SOLAR-POWERED HOUSE
The Solar Decathlon is a national competition among fourteen university teams to design, build, and operate a small home office powered entirely by solar energy. Teams will compete in ten events during a three-week program of activities on the National Mall in Washington, D.C, in fall 2002. The University of Colorado has assembled a team of engineering and architecture students from the Boulder and Denver campuses to collaborate on this project.
The CU team thanks its many sponsors; however it reports that more funding is still needed for the purchase of house materials, solar array, and transportation of the house and students. To raise the $30,000 for their 7.5 kW solar array, the team has begun a “Buy-A-Solar-Cell” program. This program allows individuals to support this project by purchasing one solar cell in the 63 solar panel array with a minimum donation of $20! Sponsors will be recognized on the team’s website.
To learn more about this project or to receive the monthly newsletter contact 303-492-3915 or visit the website: http://solar.colorado.edu.
[Article courtesy of Solar Decathlon]
SEAWEST AND ECONERGY LAUNCH UNIQUE GREEN POWER CONSULTING SERVICES
Coalition members SeaWest Windpower, Inc. and Econergy International Corp. have announced a co-marketing agreement to strengthen each company’s green power consulting service offerings. According to a SeaWest press release from 21 August, SeaWest and Econergy “have combined their knowledge and abilities in order to offer a broader range of support to consulting clients developing wind energy projects.”
The press release notes that “[w]ith more than a decade in wind energy consulting experience, and twenty years of developing utility-scale wind power projects, SeaWest provides wind-specific expertise to all phases of a project, from feasibility analyses, project development, procurement, construction, financial structuring, and long-term asset management to utilities, municipalities and other clients interested in building their own wind energy generation projects. Econergy complements SeaWest’s project development consulting with financial support and strategy development specifically related to the creation of green marketing programs and the analysis and brokering of Renewable Energy Certificates, green “tags” and/or carbon credits. The sale of these certificates can greatly enhance the value and profitability of wind energy projects.”
For more information about SeaWest Consulting, visit www.seawestwindpower.com. For more information about Econergy, visit www.eic-co.com.
[From SeaWest Windpower press release at http://www.seawestwindpower.com/press_room/index.html]
WORLD SUMMIT ON SUSTAINABLE DEVELOPMENT WEBSITE ONLINE
AP reported yesterday that governments at the World Summit on Sustainable Development had agreed on a deal to promote the use of clean energy. According to the wire service, the agreement calls for a "substantial increase" in the use of renewable energy, but stops short of setting any clear global targets.
For up-to-the minute information directly from the World Summit on Sustainable Development taking place in Johannesburg, South Africa, visit http://www.un.org/events/wssd/.
IRS CERTIFIES FIRST VEHICLE FOR CLEAN FUEL TAX DEDUCTION
On 12 August, the Internal Revenue Service certified the first hybrid gas-electric automobile as eligible for the clean fuel vehicle tax deduction under IRC Section 179A. Purchasers of a new 2001, 2002, or 2003 model Toyota Prius will now be able to claim a one-time deduction of $2,000 for the year that the vehicle was first used. The eligible cars combine an electric motor with a gasoline-powered engine. Individuals do not have to itemize deductions on their tax returns to use this benefit, but may simply take it as an adjustment to income.
[From Tax Analysts/Tax Notes; BNA Daily Tax Report, 13 August 2002 via Tax News Update at http://www.sustainableeconomy.org/)
SBIC OFFERS GREEN BUILDING GUIDELINES
—Materials to Help Advance “Greener” Home Building
Sanja Kovac of the Sustainable Buildings Industry Council writes that “over the past two years a number of builders have worked on a committee to develop a comprehensive guidebook titled Green Building Guidelines: Meeting the demand for low-energy, resource-efficient homes to help home builders and other home building professionals design “greener,” more energy- and resource-efficient homes.”
She adds that “we are eager to get the word out on this publication, which we believe is a valuable and informative tool for those just learning about “green” home design. Within each chapter of our Guidelines there are many valuable design and construction tips for more experienced green building professionals, not to mention numerous references for those seeking truly detailed information on a topic. This approach recognizes that there are many shades of green as well as thresholds for energy-efficient design strategies.”
Interested parties are invited to visit http://www.sbicouncil.org/resource/newslets.html to read SBIC’s newsletter with more information about this publication and a brief description of the content of the Guidelines and accompanying workshops.
HELP AVAILABLE FOR RENEWABLE ENERGY COMPANIES DOING BUSINESS IN CHINA
The National Renewable Energy Laboratory has recently retained the services of the Chinese Renewable Energy Industries Association (CREIA) to provide in-country assistance to U.S. renewable energy companies in developing business, expanding markets, forming business partnerships, coordinating with international and domestic programs, understanding policies and regulatory climate, and promoting products and services in China. U.S. companies that are interested can receive basic services from CREIA including fact sheets on various programs and policies, contacts and introductions to the government or program officers in charge of various projects, and linkages with Chinese companies. On an as-needed basis and as time permits, CREIA will provide more specialized support.
Please contact Toni Lin at tonilin@public3.bta.net.cn or thewho@163.com for more information.
(From NCPV Hotline, 22 August 2002)
GREEN MARKETS EMERGING AHEAD OF CARBON CAPS
—Increasing Business Interest in “Biggest Opportunity Since the Space Program”
In the July-August 2002 issue of Energy Business and Technology, freelance writer Ray Pospisil reports that “[a] handful of forward-thinking energy companies and fiscal specialists aren’t waiting for governments to impose limits on industrial emissions of greenhouse gases. Generators are preparing to participate in voluntary markets for trading CO2 credits, and financial firms are designing instruments for making those markets efficient.
Pospisil describes in detail how companies around the U.S. and around the world are preparing for the “inevitability” of future carbon caps. He quote Michael Walsh as saying “you’re living with your head in the sand if you don’t think this is coming down the road.” Walsh is a senior VP of Environmental Financial Products LLC, Chicago and formerly a senior economist at the Chicago Board of Trade. Walsh is now setting up the Chicago Climate Exchange (CCX), a private platform for trading GHG offsets. Pospisil notes that “although the exchange won’t launch until the end of this year, CCX already has 40 members--including big names like Ford Motor Co., American Electric Power Co. (AEP), and Calpine Corp.--whose combined CO2 output equals that of Germany.”
Pospisil provides a detailed overview of the emissions trading issue in his article, and demonstrates the increasing interest in carbon trading among power generators and major multinational companies. “Green markets present “the biggest opportunity since the space program,” according to one industry principal quoted in Pospisil’s article.
To read the article in its entirety, visit
http://www.platts.com/businesstech/issues/0207/0207ebt_greentrading.shtml
“ATTENTION, ALL CEOS: START PLANNING FOR GLOBAL WARMING’S SEPTEMBER 11TH”
—Booz Allen Hamilton Analysts Urge Preparation for “Catastrophic Global Event”
In the July 2002 issue of Electric Light & Power, Robert Lukefahr and Tim Donahue of Booz Allen Hamilton in Houston urge chief executives of energy companies, as well as governments, to plan for the economic shock of a catastrophic global event, such as a “total loss of the West Antarctic ice sheet,” which would cause the flooding of coastal cities like Miami.
Lukefahr and Donahue suggest that for energy CEOs, “it is imperative to develop a strategic response for a low-emissions marketplace: Assemble a set of environmentally friendly strategic energy investments, develop a strategic recovery plan based on the “worst” happening, and balance your existing portfolio between unfriendly fuels (like coal or oil) and “bridge” fuels like natural gas. At the same time, governments are long overdue on providing a robust regulatory framework in which the economy can operate should a dramatic reduction in greenhouse gases be demanded by the public. For example, today there is no consistent definition or measurement system for carbon credits and clean electricity certificates.”
The full story can be viewed at
CONFERENCE BOARD REPORTS ON IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE ON GLOBAL BUSINESSES
The Conference Board reports in a recent “Executive Action Study” on global climate change that when it conducted a benchmarking study among its members in 2000, “the top strategic environmental threat to business identified by 45 diverse member companies was the evolving climate change regime under the Kyoto treaty.” Likewise, it reports that “at the 2000 World Environmental Forum in Davos, Switzerland, the world’s business and government leaders identified climate change as the top challenge facing the world.”
The report’s authors, Charles J. Bennett, Senior Research Associate, and Richard P. Wells, President of the Lexington group, conclude that “[w]hile science is unlikely to provide unequivocal answers to the debate, governments and markets are likely to act on their perception of the science. The only certainty right now: these actions will have an impact on global businesses.”
Download the full report in PDF format at
http://www.conference-board.org/EA_reports/E-0024-02-EA.pdf.
UPCOMING EVENTS
Wind and Renewable Energy Workshop
12 September 2002, Walsenburg
On Thursday, 12 September, the Colorado Office of Energy Management and Conservation (OEMC), in partnership with the Department of Energy Denver Regional Office Wind Powering America Program (DOE), the National Renewable Energy Laboratory (NREL), and community leaders in southeastern Colorado, will host a wind and renewable energy workshop at the Community Center in Walsenburg. OEMC, DOE, NREL and community leaders are hosting this workshop as a follow-up to the state wide workshop held in Denver earlier this spring. The agenda for this event will be much more targeted to southeastern Colorado and will focus on key next steps that local community leaders can take to nurture large and small-scale renewable energy development in southeastern Colorado. Key audience participants include local public utility officials, economic development officials, county commissioners, local legislators, civic leaders, key landowners, and other key stakeholders necessary to "close a deal" for renewable project development. For more information, contact Bitsy Broughton at 303-894-2383 or Wes Perrin at 970-209-3871.
NREL Energy Analysis September Seminar to Discuss Regional Haze
12 September 2002, Golden
NREL’s monthly Energy Analysis Seminar will highlight work being done to reduce regional haze in the West through expanded generation of renewable energy and increased efficiency of energy use. The 12 September seminar will be presented by Doug Larson, executive director of the Western Interstate Energy Board; and Juanita Haydel, vice president with ICF Consulting’s Energy Practice. For more information, visit http://www.nrel.gov/analysis/seminar.html.
Biomass Energy and Product Opportunities in the Four Corners Region
13-14 September 2002, Durango
This workshop, hosted by the Four Corners Sustainable Forests Partnership, will provide information on technologies for using small diameter materials from forest management to produce energy and value-added products while mitigating wildfire risks, low vigor and high mortality associated with dense, overstocked forest conditions.
Registration is only $35 per person and payment can be made by check or credit card (Visa, MasterCard, American Express). Registration materials are available at: http://www.coloradoindustry.org/news.html.
For more information, contact Tim Rooney of McNeil Technologies Inc., 303-273-0071.
Southwest Colorado Construction Industry Solar Photovoltaic Workshop
14 September 2002, Montrose
Interested parties are invited to participate in a Southwest Colorado Construction Industry Solar Photovoltaic (PV) Workshop on Saturday, 14 September from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. at the Delta-Montrose Electric Association headquarters in Montrose, Colo. For details, visit: http://www.dmea.com/news/pluginflyerclr.pdf.
Organizers note: “your involvement at this meeting will help launch a new initiative that could:
· enhance our sustainable economic development efforts
· expand the technological leadership of area businesses
· promote the visibility of our region
· maintain our pristine environment, and
· make our communities even more attractive places to live.”
In conclusion, the organizers say: “We need your advice. Our intent is to assemble those community and business leaders who will be instrumental in promoting the value of solar energy to Western Slope homes and businesses. Once we identify potential challenges and brainstorm methods to overcome them, we will explore opportunities to launch a new initiative to the general public. This workshop is strategically scheduled to coincide with HBA’s 2002 Fall Home Tour in Montrose and Grand Junction. For tour details, call Pam Paris at 970-245-0253 or info@gjhba.org.”
This workshop is co-sponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Million Solar Roofs Initiative, Home Builders Association of Northwestern Colorado, and Delta-Montrose Electric Association. To RSVP, contact Judy Schmalz at 970-240-1298.
Delta-Montrose also notes that a Solar and Energy Efficiency Conference and Expo is scheduled for Tuesday, 15 October and Wednesday, 16 October as part of a series of events during Energy Week.
Earthen Plasters Workshop
14-15 September 2002, Evergreen
Dan Chiras writes: “Learn how to mix and apply earthen plasters, including base coats, finish coats, and alises (clay paints) at our two-day earthen plaster workshop on September 14 and 15, 2002 in picturesque Evergreen, Colorado — just 30 miles southwest of Denver.
We'll start with a slide show on plasters, then spend most of Saturday mixing and applying earthen plaster base coats. On Sunday, we'll begin with a one-hour tour of my home and a discussion on sustainable building, then spend the rest of the day working with finish plasters and alises.”
Workshops run from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. and the cost is $225 (price includes a free copy of Chiras’ newest book, “The Natural Plaster Book,” when it comes out later in the year), lunches, drinks, and tour of his off-grid passive solar/solar electric home.
To reserve a spot, contact Dan Chiras, 303-674-9688.
Positioning for Profitability with Renewable Energy: Developing Cost Effective Strategies to Capitalize on the Current and Future Growth in the Renewable Energy Market
18-19 September 2002, San Francisco, California
Cosponsored by the Colorado Coalition for New Energy Technologies
In the past, technology costs, customer adoption and education have been barriers for growth in the renewable energy industry. However, customers are now demanding green energy and many states have already passed regulations that mandate the production of green energy. The current federal energy bill includes a federal renewable portfolio standard (RPS) that will require anyone providing electricity to have a certain percentage from renewable.
Executives responsible for managing the day-to-day operational, environmental, and developmental issues of generating, wholesaling and retailing renewable energy will explore the workings of integrating renewable energy in a cost-effective and responsible manner during this two-day, exclusive conference.
Electric executives participating in this conference will benefit from interacting with leading practitioners during case studies, panel discussions, special presentations and an off-site visit to California’s largest windfarm.
Visit http://www.marcusevans.com/events/CFEventinfo.asp?EventID=6702 for information on this exciting conference.
“Building GREEN” Seminar: Learn how to Save Money and the Environment
19 September, Fort Collins
Lower utility costs, more productive work environments, and good public relations are among a number of benefits businesses can reap when Building GREEN. The City of Fort Collins will host the Building GREEN seminar (Gaining Resources to meet Economic and Environmental Needs) on Thursday, 19 September 2002 at the University Park Holiday Inn in Fort Collins. Engineers, architects, builders, developers, realtors and investors are invited to come learn how the design and building process can be environmentally friendly and economically rewarding. Experts and keynote speakers will share proven and practical information about energy conservation, green building materials, efficient lighting, heating, “daylighting” and air conditioning.
The Building GREEN workshop is sponsored by the City of Fort Collins Natural Resources Department and the State of Colorado Pollution Prevention Advisory Board. To find out more about the seminar, visit the City’s website at www.fcgov.com/green/ or call the Natural Resources Department at 970-416-2526.
For more information on this event, please contact Sandy Hicks, Environmental Planner, 970-416-2526. On-line registration is available at www.fcgov.com/green/.
National Green Power Marketing Conference
30 September-2 October, Washington, D.C.
The Seventh National Green Power Marketing Conference will be held 30 September through 2 October at the Loews L’Enfant Plaza Hotel in Washington, D.C. Organized by the U.S. Department of Energy, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, EPRI, and the Edison Electric Institute, the conference will review the status of green power marketing in both competitive and regulated markets, and explore strategies to increase the development of renewable energy resources through customer-choice programs. The conference also will feature presentation of the Second Annual Green Power Leadership Awards. For more information, visit http://www.eren.doe.gov/greenpower/conference/ or contact Ivilina Thornton.
EPA Climate-Change Conference
20-22 November, Annapolis, Maryland
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency’s (EPA) State and Local Capacity Building Branch is holding the Fifth State and Local Climate Change Partners’ Conference on November 20-22 at the Loews Annapolis Hotel in Annapolis, Maryland. Cosponsored by the U.S. Department of Energy and NREL, the meeting will focus on topics such as transportation technologies, renewable energy and energy efficiency opportunities, and human health. The conference also will feature new tools for state GHG inventories and cobenefits analysis. More information regarding this event can be found at www.epa.gov/globalwarming/annapolis or by contacting Andrea Denny.
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Please continue to keep in touch on any matters related to energy issues and let me know if I can provide any help or information to you.
Craig Cox
Executive Director
Colorado Coalition for New Energy Technologies
303-679-9331
The Colorado Coalition for New Energy Technologies brings together businesses and non-profit groups to encourage environmentally responsible economic growth through the efficient use of Colorado’s abundant and clean sources of energy.
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