The 2008 Forum sessions were split into two streams: one for industrial customers, and one for commercial and institutional customers.
Click on each session title for more details.
MONDAY, NOVEMBER 17
2008 Industrial Stream
| 6:30 am – 8:30 am | Registration and Continental Breakfast | ||
| 8:30 am – 9:30 am | Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker |
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| 9:30 am – 9:45 am | Break | ||
| 9:45 am – 10:45 am | Success at Energy Management Planning | Proven Technologies in Energy Efficiency | Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities |
| 10:45 am – 11:00 am | Break | |||
| 11:00 am – noon | Did Your Project Save Energy? | Innovative and Emerging Technologies | Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities | Mechanical Pulping I: Energy Savings Are Only the Beginning* |
| noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch and Keynote Speaker | |||
| 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm | Creative Financing for Energy Efficiency | Is Your Facility Ready for Certification? | Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities | Mechanical Pulping II: Energy Use and Conservation* |
| 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm | Break | |||
| 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Business Skills for Energy Management | New Technology Funding | Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities | Mechanical Pulping III: Advanced Fibre Development* |
| 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Trade Show and Reception | |||
* This session is by invitation only
2008 Commercial and Institutional Stream
| 6:30 am - 8:30 am | Registration and Continental Breakfast | ||
| 8:30 am – 9:30 am | Opening Remarks and Keynote Speaker |
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| 9:30 am – 9:45 am | Break | ||
| 9:45 am – 10:45 am | Going Green: Where Do I Begin? | Sustainable Communities: Planning for the Future | Switched on to Energy: A Guide to Sparking Behavioural Change |
| 10:45 am – 11:00 am | Break | ||
| 11:00 am - noon | The Right Tools to Build a Conservation Culture | New Initiatives for Commercial Buildings | New Construction: Why Go Green? |
| noon – 1:00 pm | Lunch and Keynote Speaker | ||
| 1:15 pm – 2:45 pm | Getting Corporate Buy-In for Conservation | What’s New in Lighting | Know the New Building Codes |
| 2:45 pm – 3:00 pm | Break | ||
| 3:00 pm – 4:00 pm | Energy Innovation in the Commercial Sector | Carbon Neutral BC by 2012: Are You Prepared? | Server Virtualization and Desktop Energy Management |
| 4:00 pm – 6:30 pm | Trade Show and Reception | ||
2008 INDUSTRIAL STREAM SESSION DETAILS
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Opening Remarks: Bob Elton, CEO, BC Hydro
Keynote Speaker: Bob Willard, Author and Corporate Sustainability Expert
Bob Elton opened the 2008 Forum and introduced Bob Willard, an authority on the bottom-line benefits of adopting sustainability strategies. Attendees heard Bob’s perspectives on how to proactively avoid risks and capture opportunities associated with environmental and social issues. Learn more.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
9:45 am – 10:45 am
Success at Energy Management Planning
Speakers:
Mark Hamilton, CEM, Principal, Strategic Energy Group
Craig Thomson, Energy and Environmental Supervisor, Canfor Taylor Pulp
Mark Hamilton discussed the secrets behind creating an effective Sustainable Energy Management Plan for your own industrial site. This session outlined a hands-on, structured approach to prioritizing projects so that your organization gets the most from your ongoing energy-efficiency efforts. This session also looked at the approach in action through a customer case study by Craig Thompson of Canfor-Taylor.
Audience: Energy managers, production managers and engineers, maintenance managers and engineers, site controllers and accountants.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Proven Technologies in Energy Efficiency
Speaker: Alex Fleming, P.Eng., CMVP, President, Demand Side Energy Consultants Inc.
What are your competitors already doing to save? This session covered straightforward, proven efficiency measures for common industrial systems. The session explored easy-to-find efficiency opportunities for industrial systems such as pumps, fans, air compressors, lighting and control systems—all of them proven by hundreds of plant-wide energy audits.
Audience: Production managers and engineers, maintenance managers, energy managers, environmental managers and site controllers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities
Speakers:
Alex Adams, P. Eng., MBA, Senior Program Manager, Large Industrial Sector, BC Hydro Power Smart
Eddie Young, P.Eng., Marketing Manager, Power Smart Partners - Distribution
The Power Smart Partners program can give a boost to your conservation efforts, and this session showed participants how. Our comprehensive program provides financial and technical assistance to help you improve your energy-management processes, engage your employees in conservation, and launch new conservation projects. The speakers also discussed the compelling incentives available for hiring an energy manager and performing an in-depth energy study. (For easy scheduling, this session was repeated throughout the day.)
Audience: Plant managers, production managers, maintenance managers, energy managers, environmental managers and site controllers who are Industrial customers whose electricity costs are greater than $50,000 per year.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
11:00 am – noon
Did Your Project Save Energy?
Speakers:
Dan Hebert, P.Eng, Specialist Engineer, BC Hydro
Ken Lau, Manager, Power Smart Measurement and Verification, BC Hydro
Randy Wunderlich, P.Eng., Principal, EPI Consultants Ltd.
This session provided an introduction to the International Performance Measurement and Verification Protocol, the international standard that outlines best practices for evaluating energy efficiency projects. It discussed the ins and outs of monitoring, targeting and reporting when using Measurement and Verification on a project, and used several case histories to demonstrate the real-world application of the protocol, including the savings achieved.
Audience: Energy managers, maintenance and production engineers, project managers and engineers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Innovative and Emerging Technologies
Speakers:
Roy Hughes, P.Eng., LC, Senior Lighting and Energy Management Engineer, BC Hydro Power Smart
Craig Thomson, Energy and Environmental Supervisor, Canfor Taylor Pulp
Markus W. Zeller, Specialist Engineer, Conservation Innovation, BC Hydro Power Smart
Technical advances in energy-efficient technologies and innovative practices applicable to BC industry were described in this cutting-edge session. Several case studies were examined, covering the recent successes of Power Smart’s demonstration projects, followed by a discussion of how your company can participate in industrial technology innovation.
Audience: Companies interested in being innovators and early adopters of energy-efficient technologies.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities
Speakers:
Alex Adams, P. Eng., MBA, Senior Program Manager, Large Industrial Sector, BC Hydro Power Smart
Eddie Young, P.Eng., Marketing Manager, Power Smart Partners - Distribution
Participants discovered how the Power Smart Partners program can give a boost to their conservation efforts. Our comprehensive program provides financial and technical assistance to help you improve your energy-management processes, engage your employees in conservation, and launch new conservation projects. The session also covered the compelling incentives available for hiring an energy manager and performing an in-depth energy study. (For easy scheduling, this session was repeated throughout the day.)
Audience: Plant managers, production managers, maintenance managers, energy managers, environmental managers and site controllers who are Industrial customers whose electricity costs are greater than $50,000 per year.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Mechanical Pulping I: Energy Savings Are Only the Beginning
Speaker: Norm W. Wild, P.Eng., Senior Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart Industrial Marketing
This session presented an introduction to the high-powered benefits of Power Smart’s new Mechanical Pulping Initiative, designed to accelerate the adoption of efficient new technology and process changes in BC’s mechanical pulping facilities. (This was an invitation-only session for the pulp and paper industry.)
Audience: Corporate energy managers, mill managers, M.P. plant managers, and M.P. process, electrical and control engineers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
noon – 1:00 pm
Keynote Speaker: Adam Kreek, Olympic gold medalist and environmental enthusiast
Adam shared the story of his journey to a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics, tying in the ideas of energy efficiency and power conservation. Both are vital to international success in the sport of rowing, where victory depends on effective equipment, intelligent organization and a disciplined lifestyle. Learn more.
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Creative Financing for Energy Efficiency
Speaker: Antoine Baril, Corporate Energy Director, Cascades Canada Inc.
The biggest and most cost-effective efficiency projects typically reside in the industrial sector. But even with energy prices increasing, two barriers can stall these cost-saving projects: risk and capital. Attendees heard from the experts about proven ways to overcome the financial barriers to putting conservation opportunities into action.
Audience: Management, finance and accounting professionals in sectors with capital constraints, including government and non-profit organizations that are restricted from incurring debt.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Non Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Is Your Facility Ready for Certification?
Speakers:
Parminder Sandhu, P.Eng., Vistera Consulting Group
Kevin Wallace, P.Eng., CEM, Industrial Marketing Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart
This session introduced the US Department of Energy’s upcoming plant certification program. This industry-led program will provide energy efficiency certification for industrial plants, with the goal of lending visibility to industry achievements. The session also covered one of the key requirements of certification: the ANSI Energy Management Standard MSE 2000/2005. Participants also heard how the program will inform the new ISO standard for energy management.
Audience: Energy managers, production managers and engineers, maintenance managers and engineers, site controllers and accountants who are Industrial customers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities
Speakers:
Alex Adams, P. Eng., MBA, Senior Program Manager, Large Industrial Sector, BC Hydro Power Smart
Eddie Young, P.Eng., Marketing Manager, Power Smart Partners - Distribution
Participants discovered how the Power Smart Partners program can give a boost to their conservation efforts. Our comprehensive program provides financial and technical assistance to help you improve your energy-management processes, engage your employees in conservation, and launch new conservation projects. The session also covered the compelling incentives available for you to hire an energy manager and perform an in-depth energy study. (For easy scheduling, this session was repeated throughout the day.)
Audience: Plant managers, production managers, maintenance managers, energy managers, environmental managers and site controllers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Non Core Learning Units the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Mechanical Pulping II: Energy Use and Conservation
Speaker: Norm W. Wild, P.Eng., Senior Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart Industrial Marketing
This session provided an in-depth look at energy use in the mechanical pulping process, including ways your mill can benefit from proven conservation strategies. (This was an invitation-only session for the pulp and paper industry.)
Audience: Corporate energy managers, mill managers, M.P. plant managers, and M.P. process, electrical and control engineers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Non Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Business Skills for Energy Management
Speaker: Christopher H. Russell, C.E.M., Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC)
Be prepared to demonstrate the “money” impacts of energy improvements if you want to win greater organizational support for your efficiency initiatives. This is done by translating the costs and benefits of energy improvements into terms that resonate with front-office managers. This presentation demonstrated the metrics that link energy and fiscal performance.
Audience: Energy managers, production managers and engineers, maintenance managers and engineers, site controllers and accountants.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
New Technology Funding
Speakers:
Gail McBride, Senior Manager, Conservation Innovation, BC Hydro Power Smart
Ed Zacharuk, Tax Partner and Leader, KPMG
Brent Sauder, Assistant Deputy Minister, Technology, Research and Innovation, Ministry of Technology, Trade and Economic Development
Craig Thomson, Energy and Environmental Supervisor, Canfor Taylor Pulp
Capitalize effectively on various funding mechanisms available to advance innovative practices and technologies in BC. The session gave participants the knowledge and put them in touch with the experts to help them successfully finance the development and implementation of innovative energy solutions within their industrial plant.
Audience: Companies who want to lead in the application and implementation of new energy-efficient technologies at their facilities.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Power Smart Partners: Incentives and Opportunities
Speakers:
Alex Adams, P. Eng., MBA, Senior Program Manager, Large Industrial Sector, BC Hydro Power Smart
Eddie Young, P.Eng., Marketing Manager, Power Smart Partners - Distribution
Participants discovered how the Power Smart Partners program can give a boost to their conservation efforts. Our comprehensive program provides financial and technical assistance to help you improve your energy-management processes, engage your employees in conservation, and launch new conservation projects. Participants also discovered the compelling incentives available for hiring an energy manager and performing an in-depth energy study. (For easy scheduling, this session was repeated throughout the day.)
Audience: Plant managers, production managers, maintenance managers, energy managers, environmental managers and site controllers who are Industrial customers whose electricity costs are greater than $50,000 per year.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Mechanical Pulping III: Advanced Fibre Development
Speaker: Michael Jackson, President, Michael Jackson Consultants
Attendees learned about energy/fibre-quality development relationships in the TMP process, from chips to final grades, including high freeness market pulps for tissue and board grades to LWC and SC grades. (This was an invitation-only session for the pulp and paper industry.)
Audience: Corporate energy managers, mill managers, M.P. plant managers, and M.P. process, electrical and control engineers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Non Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
2008 COMMERCIAL AND INSTITUTIONAL STREAM SESSION DETAILS
8:30 am – 9:30 am
Opening Remarks: Bob Elton, CEO, BC Hydro
Keynote Speaker: Bob Willard, Author and Corporate Sustainability Expert
Bob Elton opened the 2008 Forum and introduced Bob Willard, an authority on the bottom-line benefits of adopting sustainability strategies. Bob shared his perspectives on how to proactively avoid risks and capture opportunities associated with environmental and social issues. Learn more.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
9:45 am – 10: 45 am
Going Green: Where Do I Begin?
Speakers:
Luis Damy, Senior Program Manager, High Performance Building Program, BC Hydro Power Smart
Christy Intihar, Senior Program Manager, Product Incentive Program, BC Hydro
David Procter, Manager, Lead by Example Initiative, BC Hydro Power Smart
Paul Seo, Senior Program Manager, Power Smart Partners Program, BC Hydro
Carmelina Sorace, Manager, Commercial Marketing, BC Hydro Power Smart
New to Power Smart? Participants discovered our flagship programs for small to large businesses, and walked away knowing which initiatives and incentives were right for them. And they heard directly from the managers who designed the programs on how they could take full advantage of our impressive offers.
Audience: Organizations starting down the conservation path.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Sustainable Communities: Planning for the Future
Speakers:
Ted Battiston, Manager of Sustainability Initiatives, Resort Municipality of Whistler
Susan Haid, MCIP, CSLA, Manager of Sustainable Community Development in the District of North Vancouver
Gary R. Hamer, P.Eng., Technology Innovation Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart
This interactive session began with a look at the future of the individual home—including the reality of attaining a “near-net-zero” home—then took a broader look at making regional sustainability a reality. Attendees had the chance to hear BC Hydro customers and industry leaders share their unique experiences with sustainability and energy planning.
Audience: Builders, developers, architects, city planners, property managers, local governments and engineers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Switched On to Energy: A Guide to Sparking Behavioural Change
Speaker: Nancy Lee, MBA, Founder and President, Social Marketing Services, Inc.
This social marketing expert outlined straightforward, practical principles for promoting positive behavioural change around energy use. Attendees left this session with ready-to-apply tools and techniques to boost the effectiveness of their own energy conservation programs and awareness campaigns.
Audience: Local governments, environmental NGOs, and organizations with energy conservation mandates.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
11:00 am – noon
The Right Tools to Build a Conservation Culture
Speakers:
Heather Brekke, Environmental Management Systems (EMS) Coordinator, Vancouver Aquarium
Kate Dunford Holt, Senior Community Leadership Associate, Vancity and Citizens Bank of Canada
Glen A. Garrick, Energy Manager, Facilities Maintenance & Property Management, Vancouver Coastal Health
Karen I. Jawl, Jawl Properties Ltd.
Not enough time? Not enough people? Not enough capital? This panel of organizations faced down the challenges to create affordable and sustainable energy programs. They discussed how they used social marketing strategy and energy management audits to put together powerful plans with limited resources.
Audience: Energy managers and organizations starting down the conservation path.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
New Initiatives for Commercial Buildings
Speaker: Graham Henderson, P.Eng., Senior Program Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart Commercial Marketing
This session presented an overview of new and emerging Power Smart initiatives aimed at providing energy management solutions for high-performance buildings. The new initiatives take an enterprise-wide approach to measuring and managing energy consumption, with particular attention paid to energy benchmarking, continuous optimization (i.e. retro commissioning), and a new high-level opportunity assessment process for prioritizing conservation projects.
Audience: Architects, principals of mechanical and lighting consulting firms, planners, developers and property managers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
New Construction: Why Go Green?
Speakers:
Luis Damy, Senior Program Manager, BC Hydro
Dave Hewitt, Executive Director, New Building Institute
In this session, industry experts discussed the market trends in construction, new and existing eco-labeling schemes and the benefits of building green.
Audience: Architects, principals of mechanical and lighting consulting firms, developers, property managers, builders, planners and financial institutions.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
noon – 1:00 pm
Keynote Speaker: Adam Kreek, Olympic gold medalist and environmental enthusiast
Adam shared the story of his journey to a gold medal at the 2008 Olympics, tying in the ideas of energy efficiency and power conservation. Both are vital to international success in the sport of rowing, where victory depends on effective equipment, intelligent organization and a disciplined lifestyle. Learn more.
1:15 pm – 2:45 pm
Getting Corporate Buy-in for Conservation
Speakers:
Tom Munro, VP, Real Estate and Store Development, Overwaitea
Joe Murphy, VP, Operations and Support Services, Vancouver Island Health Authority
Amanda Pitre-Hayes, Manager, Environmental Programs, Vancity
This senior management panel outlined the best methods for making a compelling case for conservation within your organization. Attendees heard from their experience of what worked and what didn’t work, and gained an understanding of what it takes to win over a senior management team.
Audience: Energy managers and project managers who want to lead the way in energy conservation.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Non Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
What’s New in Lighting
Speakers:
Roy Hughes, P.Eng., LC, Senior Lighting and Energy Management Engineer, BC Hydro Power Smart
Dr. Cristian Suvagau, P.Eng., LC, Senior Lighting and Energy Management Engineer, BC Hydro Power Smart
This session explored the evolution of energy-efficient lighting products over the past five years, then presented new technologies in a hands-on setting. Participants learned how technological advancements have led to improved efficiency, expanded lighting applications and greater user comfort. Topics included advanced lighting controls, electronic ballasts, T5 and energy-saver T8 fluorescent lamps, high bay fluorescent luminaries, advanced high-discharge technologies, LED sources, and SSL luminaries.
Audience: Technical customer staff, maintenance, operations and energy managers, building operators, electrical contractors, architects and consultants.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Know the New Building Codes
Speakers:
William M. Johnston, P.Eng., Director of Licenses and Inspections and Chief Building Official, City of Vancouver
Dave Ramslie, MSc, LEED, Sustainable Development Program Manager, City of Vancouver
The Province of BC and the City of Vancouver are both adopting new green building codes. This session demystified ASHRAE Std. 90.1 (2004) and ASHRAE Std. 90.1 (2007), provided tips on compliance, and explained how Power Smart’s High-Performance Building Program can help you meet or exceed them. (In-depth training on how to apply the building codes could be obtained by registering for the 2-day ASHRAE workshop on the second and third days of the Forum.)
Audience: Architects, principals of mechanical and lighting consulting firms, planners, developers, property managers and lighting distributors.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.5 Organized Learning Units from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1.5 Core Learning Units from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
3:00 pm – 4:00 pm
Energy Innovation in the Commercial Sector
Speaker: Gary R. Hamer, P.Eng., Technology Innovation Manager, BC Hydro Power Smart
This session outlined key drivers of energy efficiency in the commercial and institutional sector, and highlighted some of the critical and emerging technologies in refrigeration, HVAC, building controls and data centres. Participants learned how to be a leader and showcase their efforts in energy efficiency through Power Smart demonstration projects.
Audience: Energy managers, building operators, sustainability coordinators, facility managers, planners, engineering consultants and architects.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Carbon Neutral BC by 2012: Are You Prepared?
Speakers:
Brenda Gibson, General Manager, Gas Tax/Public Transit Management Services, Union of British Columbia Municipalities
Nichola Wade, Executive Director, Carbon Neutral Government
In this session, municipal leaders, planners and developers will gain an understanding of how to go carbon neutral by 2012. The speakers discussed the position of the provincial government, including how it plans to achieve its goal by 2010. Participants learned what is included and excluded in carbon counting for municipal governments, how to approach offsets, and how Power Smart programs can help.
Audience: City planners, municipal leaders, architects, builders and developers.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.
Server Virtualization and Desktop Energy Management
Speaker: David Rogers, B.Sc., Ag.Eng., IT Advisor, BC Hydro Power Smart
An introduction to state-of-the-art IT energy management, from your desktop through to your servers. This session explored emerging concepts for the efficient data centers and desktops of the future, and reviewed Power Smart’s incentive opportunities for saving energy in IT applications.
Audience: IT professionals, data centre employees, schools, universities, colleges, and hospital professionals.
Accreditation: This session provided 1.0 Organized Learning Unit from the Planning Institute of British Columbia, and 1 Non Core Learning Unit from the Architectural Institute of British Columbia. For BC Society of Landscape Architects crediting procedures, please visit www.bcsla.org for a copy of the continuing education policy and form.