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Tuesday, August 01, 2006
Confirmed list of workshops for 2006 Energy EXPO
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2006 Energy EXPO Workshop Listings Renewable Energy Production and Use A Generation Beyond, Tom Hurd, Spatial Designs Integrating renewable wind and solar, sustainable, energy conservation and environmental design into one synthesized office building. Basics of Putting up a Wind Turbine on Your Land, Tom Wind, Wind Utility Consultants This workshop will discuss financing options, testing for feasibility, using renewable energy credits & working with a utility. Basic off-grid PV, Dan Alway, Low Keep Refrigeration This workshop will demonstrate a working off-grid PV system. The components necessary to make a PV system work off-grid will be discussed. Determining your Renewable Energy Resource, Kara Beauchamp, Cornell College Physics Professor Kara will demonstrate how to use the Iowa Energy Center’s wind and solar calculators for determining your renewable energy resource and will share her experiences with measuring wind speeds with anemometer towers. Financing your Renewable Energy Project, Panel Discussion Representatives from the state & federal governments and private lending institutions will discuss financing options for homeowners and developers. Speakers include: Ed Woolsey, moderator Todd Velnosky, Business Development Manager, John Deere Credit, wind loans Keith Kutz, Iowa Energy Center, state incentives and grants Representative from USDA Rural Development, Clean Energy Title Bob Mulqueen, Iowa Environmental Council, State Tax Credits Introduction to Photovoltaics, Dennis Pottratz, Go Solar This talk will address how solar photovoltaics work, factors to consider in a photovoltaic installation, and best practices in their use. Interconnection to the Grid, Tom Wind, Wind Consultants Technical Requirements & Standards. Overview of utility interconnection, including technical issues, state and federal regulations, and utility policies and procedures. Inverters, Dennis Pottratz, Go Solar This presentation explains the issues you need to consider in choosing an inverter, whether you use solar or wind power and whether or not you have batteries in your system. Iowa’s Abundant Renewable Energy Resources, Michelle Kenyon Brown, Executive Director, Iowa Renewable Energy Association (I-Renew) A general overview of Iowa’s renewable energy resources and current renewable energy production facilities. Living Off-Grid 101, Todd Timmerman, Timmerman’s Talents This presentation will discuss 1. Why would someone build off-grid, 2. Pros and cons of living off-grid, 3. How to reduce usage to make Renewable energy affordable, and 4. How to build an off-grid system with little to no back up generator time. Mid-sized Wind Power Systems, David Blecker, Executive Director, Seventh Generation Energy Systems In between wind farms and home-sized wind exists a growing opportunity for farms and rural businesses. The economics, challenges, maintenance, farm-bill funding, and some examples. PV System Wiring and Design Simplified, Tom Snyder, Alternate Energy Systems In this workshop we will put the basics together: DC, AC circuits, PV panel design. Simple PV electrical circuit design. Solstead: Place of the Sun, Chuck & Mary Ann Peters, Homeowners Chuck & Mary Ann Peters describe the design and creation of their “green,” of-the-grid, wind and solar powered home. Community Energy Collaborative Steps to Encourage a Sustainable Marketplace, Lynnae Hentzen, Executive Director and Beth Hicks, Board Member, Center on Sustainable Communities A review of how COSC has worked from the bottom up to engage homeowners, builders, architects, designers, suppliers, lenders, and realtors to participate in a shift toward more sustainable building practices. Community Anaerobic Digesters, Alan Goldberg, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Energy Section. This presentation will discuss the Energy Section of the Department of Natural Resources and a description of our community based digester outreach program. The anaerobic digesters have a track record of over 25 years in Europe and produce methane and electricity. The Energy Section is currently focusing on communities with food processing facilities and animal feeding operations. Our presentation will include power point and a CD of the technology from Denmark. Iowa’s Wind Powered Schools, Teresa Galluzzo, Iowa Policy Project Ten Iowa schools have installed wind turbines so they can spend less on electricity bills and more on students. They have also reduced their environmental impact and are providing their students with the opportunity to learn about the fastest growing energy source in the world. School Energy Efficiency Success Stories, Pat Higby, CEEE Participate in a project to learn what factors enable some schools to become leaders in energy efficiency, while others continue to pay huge energy bills. Learn how your school can redirect energy dollars to meet academic needs. Thanks a $Million. Creating Energy Efficient Schools to Increase Student Opportunities, Bill Good, Davenport Community Schools, Director of Operations Through mechanical upgrades, partnerships, education and changing habits we have managed to save over a million dollars in energy since July 1, 2003. Tours Solon High School, Don Otto and Solon High School staff Alternative Fuels and Transportation Ammonia- The Key to a Hydrogen Economy, Norm Olson, BECON Facility Manager The biggest barrier to a hydrogen economy is the difficulty associated with hydrogen infrastructure, i.e., the delivery and storage of hydrogen. Ammonia has a long-term, low-cost, proven storage and delivery infrastructure already in place worldwide. Anhydrous ammonia has a much greater energy density than both liquid hydrogen and 10,000 psi hydrogen. Using ammonia would meet 2015 Freedom Car guidelines today. Business of Energy, Michael Ott, BIOWA BIOWA is leading the charge to create ethanol from cellulose as well as working on new biodiesel plants. We coordinate investments and partnerships in biofuels. Fuel Cell Demonstration, Andy Marshall Come learn the basics and observe the operation of a hydrogen fuel cell. Human Powered Vehicles for Daily Transportation, Mark Garvey, EIEIO Human powered vehicles and electric/ human power hybrid vehicles for daily transportation. Making Your Own Biodiesel, Dan Dykema, Azure Biodiesel Co. At this workshop you will learn about biodiesel and see a batch made using the FuelMeister II Processor. Pathways to Sustainable Liquid Transportation Fuel, Ed Woolsey, Applied Agriculture Technologies Join in on an open discussion of Iowa’s transportation energy future. We will discuss the current transportation system, alternative transportation possibilities, sustainability, reality and the road forward. Personal energy action now!, Marc Franke, Renewable Energy Advocate We all share in common our air, water, climate, economy and security. Our energy choices are tightly entwined with the ability to succeed for us and the children of our society. You don’t have to wait for the government or special interests to act! Learn about transportation options like biofuels that you can do today! Small Scale Biodiesel Production, Steve Fugate, Flying F Biofuels. Steve will discuss small-scale biodiesel production with used fryer oil. Sorganol-What is it? Lee McClune, Sorganol Learn about Sorganol, a new emerging agricultural industry that produces a low cost renewable fuel from sorghum right on the farm at near zero fossil fuel inputs. Sustainable Transportation Choices, Eric Foresman, Mechanical Engineer Weary of oil wars? Ready for change but frustrated by dubious claims? Learn about sustainability and making transportation choices better. What Hydrogen Economy? Bill Leighty, Leighty Foundation Director Abundant, stranded renewables to the rescue? Energy Education Solar Panels, Hydrogen Fuel Cells, and Electric Cars - A Lab for Learning, Bennett Kenyon Brown, Solon HS Physics Teacher In this hands-on workshop, you’ll measure the sun’s intensity illuminating a solar cell, the voltage and current going into a fuel cell to store that solar energy, and the hydrogen produced by the fuel cell. Then we’ll power model race cars with the solar-generated hydrogen, calculating the efficiencies at each step. You’ll walk away with a hands-on understanding of the energy transformations in photovoltaics, hydrogen storage, and electric vehicles. You Can Build and Race an Iowa Electrathon Car, Pat Higby, Iowa Electrathon Electrathon is often considered a team sport for schools, but individuals can design, build, and race cars too! It’s far cheaper and more environmentally friendly than NASCAR! Discover how you can join this challenging and fun program! Greening Your Home Energy Efficient Appliances, Dan Alway, Low Keep Refrigeration This workshop covers energy efficient applications for an on or off grid home. Dan is the owner of Low Keep Refrigeration and has been making solar refrigerators and freezers for 13 years. Energy Rehab for Existing Homes, Earl Mason, Energy Conservation Specialist The presenter began rehabbing his 1940 1 ½ story home in 1989. Since then he has done several hands-on energy rehabs of houses as old as 1925 with dramatic reductions in energy costs. The items covered are very extensive and comprehensive. Most items can be done DIY. Costs can be financed and paid for in a short time by savings of energy costs. Overview of Geo Exchange Technology, John Root, Rootcellar John will provide an overview of geothermal energy. Solar Hot Water & Heating, Tom Snyder, Alternate Energy Systems This workshop will give a basic description and analysis of domestic hot water (DHW) and space heating with solar panels. Energy savings of 50% to 65%. Building an Energy Efficient Home Buy an Energy-Efficient Home, Get Your Second One for Free , Kurt Kleinschnitz, PhD An energy-efficient home costs more than a conventional home, but only just a little. But this is not the main difference between the two. The difference in the finances over time are far more dramatic. Dumb Luck Buildings, Martin Smith What you need to know before you buy property, about how siting a building affects its energy demands. Solar access, solar orientation and passive solar buildings will be discussed. Earth Sheltered Homes, Marty Davis, Davis Caves Slide show and Q&A. How Much Space Do We Need to be Comfortable? Gregory Johnson, Resources for Life This presentation will include a PowerPoint presentation reviewing my experiences with living in a 10x7 two story home. House of Green: Waverly Light and Power Energy Efficiency Demonstration Home, Kelly Sydonie Vowels, Waverly Light & Power Waverly Light & Power is pursuing the construction of an energy efficient model home. The home will incorporate renewable building products and passive solar design. Waverly Light & Power will also use this opportunity to monitor the home’s energy use by separately monitoring the HVAC system, appliance loads and overall electrical usage. How to build a one-story house that is so energy efficient it needs no furnace, just a space heater, Earl Mason, Energy Conservation Specialist The presenter has built several of these low cost houses which have won state and national awards. The presentation examines all phases of construction including many inexpensive and innovative techniques which have been tested and proven to work. Hydronic Heating AND Cooling--The Advantages of Breathable Wall Systems, Ron Bessette, GreenKrete All about Hydronic systems--systems that use water for moving heat. In the US we commonly encounter hydronic heat in wall radiators and in radiant floor heating. but what about the advantages of putting the hydronic system in the wall? If one builds with breathable wall systems, one can also use the hydronic system for cooling the house with radiant cooling--an entirely new development. Learn what goes into making Iowa’s first “Building America Program” home, Bill McAnally, Iowa Central Community College From design to construction methods and materials to LEED we’ll cover it all. The Department of Natural Resources sponsored project being built in Fort Dodge by the Iowa Central Community College Carpentry program was designed by Iowa State University students under the direction of Kevin Nordmeyer of RDG Planning and Design of Des Moines and Bruce Bassler of ISU. Sustainability, energy efficiency, and affordability are the main goals of this 1800 square foot home. Me & Mother Earth: Sustaining a Friendly Relationship, Don Otto, DPO Construction Learn how good design helps you afford the best environmentally friendly materials to keep you comfortable, safe and healthy, and your home durable and efficient. Natural Building, Brad Young, MidAmerica Straw Bale Association Local Iowa “Natural Builder” Brad Young will be showing slides demonstrating alternative construction methods including: Cob, Cordwood, Straw Bale, Straw-Clay, etc. If you are interested in learning how to make energy efficient, sustainable, low cost, beautiful structures from materials in your own “back yard”, please join us. Passive Solar Home Design, Dennis White, CPBD, D.A. White Residential Designs AIBD Dennis will give a brief history of passive solar design and tell you what you need to know about building a passive solar house. Solar Greenhouses and The Human Ecology, Roald Gundersen, Roald Gundersen Design Take an adventure in sustainable living with architect/builder Roald Gundersen as he shares his experiences with developing solar greenhouses and residences. Whole Tree and Straw Bale Architecture, Roald Gundersen, Roald Gundersen Design Learn how you can build naturally and sustainably from the back forty with architect and builder Roald Gundersen. Gundersen uses un-milled timber stand improvement thinnings to build his work. He now grows trees into the shapes of his designs. Renewable Energy Policy and Advocacy Can We Power Iowa with 100% Renewables? If so, How? Panel Discussion Join a discussion on ways we can replace fossil fuels with clean energy sources to meet our future energy demand with experts and researchers in the fields of alternative energy. Speakers include: Bill Leighty, Leighty Foundation, hydrogen storage Norm Olson, Iowa Energy Center, ammonia storage Mid American Energy Representative, plug-in hybrid vehicles Tom Wind, transmission; compressed air energy storage. Energy Policy Act of 2005, Wallace Taylor, Attorney at Law In this session, you will learn about the implications of the Energy Policy Act of 2005 for renewable energy production. Get Energized about Renewable Energy, Aur Beck, Advanced Energy Solutions, Inc. Learn about the 12-step Oil Addicts Anonymous program as we work towards a sustainable future. Meet the Iowa Utilities Board Chairman, John Norris, Chairman of Iowa Utilities Board Offer insights to benefits from energy efficiency and conservation and work in these areas through the Iowa Weatherization Challenge and other programs underway. National Clean Energy Campaign, Ben Larson, Union of Concerned Scientists Learn about federal policies that would boost renewable energy development in Iowa. Find out how you can get involved. The Process and the Product: Renewable Energy and the 2006 Legislative Session, Robert Mulqueen, Iowa Environmental Council Learn about new state laws supporting renewable energy production and use. 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Monday, May 22, 2006
May 2006 EXPO UPDATE!
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Sign up now to help organize the I-Renew Energy EXPO! Your help is needed to make the event a success! The I-Renew Energy EXPO 2006 is the 15th annual Expo hosted by the Iowa Renewable Energy Association (I-Renew). The EXPO features workshops and speakers covering many topics- from renewable energy- wind, solar & more, sustainable living, green building, entrepreneurship and DIY (Do-it-Yourself), children’s art, energy efficient technology, renewable fuels, alternative transportation, advocacy, etc. For this year, we are adding a “Local” focus to cover local energy, food and fiber. The 2006 Energy EXPO theme is: “Energizing Iowa’s Communities.” Our Saturday keynote speaker is Steve Andrews, 25-year energy consultant and writer, long-time speaker on peak oil, and advocate for balanced energy strategies. Our Sunday keynote is a panel presentation on renewable fuels. The I-Renew Energy EXPO also features a demonstration area including cars that run on alternative fuels, bicycle art & technology, solar & wind energy, hydrogen storage and a fuel cell, among other creative demonstrations. We will have exhibitors from the business and non-profit communities that fit within our theme, including local food vendors, plus the I-Renew Silent Auction, Children’s Program and family entertainment. Contact the I-Renew office to get involved! (319) 341-4372 or email irenew@irenew.org. |
Tuesday, February 14, 2006
I-Renew EXPO 2006: September 9th and 10th at Solon High School
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March your calendars now for the Iowa Renewable Energy Association's 15th annual EXPO. The 2006 EXPO will take place September 9th and 10th at Solon High School in Solon, IA. The 2006 EXPO Coordinator will be long-time member and supporter of I-Renew, Michelle Kenyon Brown. Michelle did a fantastic job coordinating the event last year and we are very fortunate to have her on board again. Let's get ready for the best I-Renew Expo EVER!! |
Wednesday, August 03, 2005
I-Renew Energy EXPO September 10 & 11, 2005- Help Spread the Word!
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The Iowa Renewable Energy Association (I-Renew) presents the 14th Annual Renewable Energy Expo on Saturday and Sunday, September 10 and 11, 2005 at Prairiewoods in Hiawatha, Iowa, 120 E. Boyson Road. The I-Renew Energy EXPO is a weekend-long renewable energy and sustainable living festival; open to the public, offering nearly 100 workshops, a Children’s program and demonstrations of renewable energy. The I-Renew Energy Expo gives the public the opportunity to learn about renewable energy and sustainable living in an open, fun and friendly environment. The theme of the 2005 Energy EXPO is “Switch on Renewables.” The EXPO runs 9 to 5 on Saturday and 10:30 to 4:30 on Sunday. The Saturday Keynote this year is Peter Dreyfuss, Director of the US Department of Energy’s Midwest Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy since 2000 and DOE’s National Coordinator of the Million Solar Roofs Initiative. Mr. Dreyfuss will be in the area to attend the dedication to the New Bohemian Solar Project on September 9, 2005, a day before the EXPO. The project will be installed in August through a workshop sponsored by I-Renew. Our Sunday Keynote will be Kamyar Enshayan, adjunct professor at the University of Northern Iowa and author of “Living Within Our Means. Beyond the Fossil Fuel Credit Card” The workshops will cover such topics as renewable energy production and energy efficiency to renewable fuels, sustainable living, green building, utility issues, renewable energy advocacy, energy education, energy entrepreneurship and job opportunities. Our vehicle showcase will include: a wind and solar powered RV, vehicles that run on biodiesel, vegetable oil, an electric bus, electric/ gas hybrid vehicles, a solar powered electric bicycle—and more! The event will feature demonstrations of solar & wind power and other energy technologies. One of the many highlights among many include an opportunity to learn how to make biodiesel fuel through a workshop and demonstration. Along with the wide variety of workshops and vehicles being presented at the Expo, there will also be an Exhibitor tent, where folks can speak with vendors of renewable and energy efficient products and other sustainable living products. Children's workshops will be held throughout the weekend. The workshops will teach kids about energy from the sun and wind through fun activities. There will also be a drop-in and do art program throughout the weekend. A juggler, drummers and a puppet show will add to the festivities for the entire family. A silent auction will be held both Saturday and Sunday, where a variety of renewable and energy efficient products will be auctioned off to the highest bidder as a benefit for I-Renew. Food vendors will be on site and will be serving lunch both Saturday and Sunday. Parking is available on site. Admission to the event $5 per individual, $10 per family, suggested donation. We look forward to seeing you at the 2005 I-Renew Energy Expo! The I-Renew Energy EXPO is sponsored by the Iowa Energy Center as a Gigawatt sponsor. Megawatt sponsors include Rockwell Collins, Clipper Windpower and Alliant Energy’s Second Nature Program. Our Kilowatt sponsors include Shuttleworth & Ingersoll, Homepower Magazine, Solar Today and iDEZiN digital workgroup. More information will be posted to I-Renew’s website at http://www.irenew.org when it becomes available, or by calling Michelle Kenyon Brown, I-Renew Energy EXPO Coordinator, at (319) 325-2701 or by emailing echofarm@netins.net. -30- |
Thursday, July 07, 2005
EXPO News update
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I-RENEW ENERGY EXPO September 10 & 11 2005 For more information- contact Michelle Kenyon Brown at (319) 325-2701 The Iowa Renewable Energy Association (I-Renew) presents the 14th Annual Renewable Energy Expo on Saturday and Sunday, September 10 and 11, 2005 at Prairiewoods in Hiawatha, Iowa, 120 E. Boyson Road. The I-Renew Energy Expo gives the public the opportunity to learn about renewable energy in an open, fun and friendly environment. There will be nearly a 100 workshops for children and adults. The workshops will cover such topics as renewable energy production and use, energy efficiency, sustainable living, green building, utility issues and perspectives, renewable energy advocacy, energy entrepreneurship & job-seekers and energy education. The theme of the 2005 Energy EXPO is “Switch on Renewables.” Our Saturday Keynote this year is Peter Dreyfuss, Mr. Dreyfuss has been the Director of the US Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy’s Midwest Regional Office since 2000 and has held two other positions at the Department of Energy, including that of the national coordinator of the Million Solar Roofs Initiative. He has a degree in Special Education from the University of Iowa. Mr. Dreyfuss will be in the area to attend the dedication to the New Bohemian Solar Project on September 9, 2005, a day before the EXPO. The project will be installed the first & second weekend in August through a workshop sponsored by I-Renew. Once installed, the New Bohemia Solar Project will be the largest PV installation in the state. Our Sunday Keynote, speaking at 1:30, will be Kamyar Enshayan, adjunct professor at the University of Northern Iowa and author of “Living Within Our Means. Beyond the Fossil Fuel Credit Card” Enshayan started two projects since moving to Cedar Falls in 1993—“the Local Food Project” and "Ecological Alternative to Pesticides." Our vehicle showcase will include: a wind and solar powered RV, vehicles that run on biodiesel, vegetable oil, an electric bus, electric/ gas hybrid vehicles, a solar powered electric bicycle—and more! The event will feature demonstrations of solar & wind power and other energy technologies. One of the many highlights include an opportunity to learn how to make biodiesel fuel through a workshop and demonstration. Along with the wide variety of workshops and vehicles being presented at the Expo, there will also be a vendor tent, where you can speak with vendors of renewable and energy efficient products and other sustainable living products. Children's workshops will be held throughout the weekend. The workshops will teach kids about energy from the sun and wind through fun demonstrations. A juggler, drummers and a puppet show will add to the festivities for the entire family. A silent auction will be held both Saturday and Sunday, where a variety of renewable and energy efficient products will be auctioned off to the highest bidder to benefit I-Renew. Food vendors will be on site and will be serving lunch both Saturday and Sunday. Parking is available on site. Admission to the event is a suggested donation of $5 per individual, $10 per family. We look forward to seeing you at the 2005 I-Renew Energy Expo. The I-Renew Energy EXPO has been co-sponsored by the Iowa Energy Center the last 11 years. This year’s Megawatt sponsors include Rockwell Collins and Alliant Energy’s Second Nature Program Our Kilowatt sponsors include Homepower Magazine, Solar Today and IDEZIN. More information will be posted to I-Renew’s website at http://www.irenew.org when it becomes available. If you are interested in volunteering, sponsoring, or exhibiting at the EXPO, contact Michelle Kenyon Brown, I-Renew Energy EXPO Coordinator, at (319) 325-2701 or at irenew@irenew.org. # |
Monday, June 20, 2005
Peter Dreyfuss from the Department of Energy to give Keynote at 2005 EXPO
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We are happy to announce that Peter Dreyfuss, Director of the U.S. Department of Energy's Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Chicago Regional Office has confirmed that he will give the Saturday Keynote speech at the I-Renew Energy EXPO. Peter will be in town to commemorate the New Bohemian Solar installation and to address the audience at the I-Renew Energy EXPO. The DOE's Chicago office works with States, cities, counties and other public and private stakeholders to implement programs, deliver technical and financial assistance and to transfer clean energy technologies that meet our nation's energy needs, enhance our environment and strengthen our national competitiveness. The Chicago region covers the following eight Midwestern states: Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, Ohio, and Wisconsin. In the fall of 1997, he was appointed National Coordinator of the Million Roofs Initiative, which is a strategy to place solar energy systems on the roofs of one million U.S. buildings by 2010. Peter has worked for nearly thirty years in the human services and community development area and for the past twenty-five years in energy efficiency, transportation and environmental programs. He has a degree in Special Education from the University of Iowa. |
Monday, March 07, 2005
EXPO Exhibitor, Presenter and Demo Forms are NOW available
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Attention Renewable Energy and Sustainable Living related businesses, organizations, co-ops, policy-makers, journalists, entertainers, citizens, activists and educators and everyone else: Registration forms to Exhibit, Demonstrate & Present at the 2005 I-Renew Energy EXPO are NOW available on the EXPO page on the I-Renew website. |
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