Pre-Conference Activities

Education 2A “Designing for Zero Net Energy” Case Studies
Albert T. Bicol, PEng, is a LEED AP

Case studies of projects designed to utilize “nothing” in terms of energy and potable water, produce “nothing” in terms of greenhouse gasses (GHG), and the various steps used to achieve “zero net energy” facilities. Through an interactive discussion and visual presentation, participants will be introduced to example projects and focus on strategy considerations and procedures utilized, that introduce local and global trends in designing high performance buildings.

Mr. Albert T. Bicol, PEng, is a LEED® Accredited Professional, and Associate Partner with Cobalt Engineering. Albert Bicol specializes in comfortable, energy efficient building systems design, and in Advanced Thermal Comfort Modeling & Sustainable Design. Testament to his passion and enthusiasm, he recently accepted a Partnership position after just 18 months at Cobalt. Albert has been a speaker at many conferences and seminars around this continent. Utilizing an “out of the box” thought process, Albert champions the use of sustainable and green design concepts in his designs. Albert has extensive expertise in modeling building energy usage, thermal comfort and indoor air quality conditions. He has a wide range of project experience in Canada and the U.S.

This presentation explores the process by which design goals can be translated from programming intent into the basis of design, sequence of operations, and control system capabilities as building design progresses. Building control system technologies for lighting, HVAC, and other active systems are discussed, and critical interactions between various building control systems are identified. Energy savings opportunities associated with various control strategies are presented, and options for long term performance verification are discussed.

Mr. Terry Egnor is an ASHRAE member since 1983, a BetterBricks Advisor for the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance, and has over twenty five years of experience in energy management and services. Mr. Egnor is recognized for developing and delivering energy systems that work. After earning his Master's from Harvard in program development, his original efforts in energy led to the design of many customer-oriented programs, from renewable energy at Ecotope to commercial efficiency at PacifiCorp. In the late 1980's, Terry recognized the potential of integrated demand side/renewable strategies as a platform for improved system efficiency, as well as more sustainable systems for the environment. At MicroGrid, and through his varied publications, Terry has promoted the use of intelligent design and integrated systems to maximize building performance as well as provide additional customer benefits. Using this approach, MicroGrid, in collaboration with The Hartman Company, has produced a string of regional and national energy award-winning projects. The resurgence of interest in “green” buildings and renewable energy sources, and the explosive growth of the Internet as a controls platform, promise even greater opportunities to substitute technology and intelligence for energy, the hallmark of MicroGrid Systems.

Education 2C “High Performance Chapter Membership”
Robert W.Simmons, CSI, CDT <> Kathi Trepper, CSI

Building the spark to encourage and increase membership involvement in chapter recruitment of new members, nonaffiliated members and renewing members to top the growth and retention goals desired, using CSI Chapter Best Practices.

Mr. Robert W. Simmons, principal of R.W. Simmons & Associates, Inc. has been in the Consulting and Product Representative business for over eighteen years. He joined the Saginaw Chapter in1982, and continued his CSI work with the Puget Sound Chapter in 1989 after starting RW Simmons & Associates, Inc., . based in Federal Way, Washington.He also participated in the chartering process for the new Mt. Rainier Chapter, where he is a member as well as being a member of the Portland Chapter. Bob has held several positions on his local chapter board including two one-year terms as chapter president. Bob is also active at the Institute level as a member of the Institute Membership Committee and is the Northwest Region Membership Chair.

Kathi Trepper holds a degree in American Studies from the University of Delaware and participated in an executive marketing program at Wharton School of Business. Kathi joined CSI three years ago as Director of Membership and Leadership Development, a position that is responsible for Chapter Relations, member retention and growth programs, Member Services and volunteer leadership development. Kathi brings to CSI more than 30 years of marketing and business development experience. Most recently she served as Group Vice President of Marketing and International Membership at the Food Marketing Institute. She also has held marketing positions with Warner Lambert Company, Scott Paper Company, and Procter & Gamble. Her background includes some interesting assignments with a major airline and a professional sport league, as well.