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Once a year, The Alliance to Save Energy hosts an annual gala black tie dinner and awards ceremony to pay tribute to those who have contributed in a meaningful way to the cause of energy efficiency. The caliber of this year's applicants established a new benchmark, creating a daunting selection process for the Alliance Development and Awards Committee which is chaired by Alliance Board Co-Chair James DeGraffenreidt, Jr. After careful review, many months of deliberation and a record number of meetings, the Committee has chosen its award winners. On behalf of the Chairman and Committee, as well as the Board and staff of the Alliance to Save Energy, we are delighted to announce the 2005 roster of the Stars of Energy Efficiency and this year's Charles H. Percy Award for Public Service. We look forward to record breaking attendance on October 20 at the National Building Museum, when we celebrate the season of energy efficiency. Category A - *Star of Energy Efficiency* -DFW International Airport
Under strong leadership by its Board of Directors and Senior Staff , DFW Airport has set an unprecedented example as a world leader in energy and environmental stewardship within the airline transportation industry. DFW has faced daunting challenges since 2001, including the EPA's introduction of stringent national ambient clean air ozone standards that require DFW to reduce its NOx emissions by 70% and a catastrophic business downturn in the airlines precipitated by terrorist attacks in New York and Washington, D.C. Throughout this period, and long before, DFW officials have campaigned aggressively to reduce operating expenses for all its tenants through reduced energy use as they adhere to the new EPA guidelines. Key components of this campaign have included a $122 million upgrade and expansion to their 30-year old district heating and cooling plant, replacing all chillers, boilers, and lighting and automated controls with more efficient, state of the art equipment and installing a large 6-million gallon thermal storage system to shift electrical load off-peak. Simultaneously DFW also instigated several energy management initiatives to reduce energy use in their new and existing passenger terminals and supporting airport facilities. From building commissioning and energy retrofits, to more efficient building design and adherence to strict energy codes, DFW has reduced its energy use (using 2001 as a baseline) at the central plant by 28%, and its energy use per square foot served by the plant by 39%. This has resulted in a total avoided energy use of 25 million MMBtus, or $150 million at today's energy prices. In addition, NOx emissions are expected to be reduced by 86%, far exceeding the EPA mandate. Recognized in 2003 by the Association of Energy Engineers for its corporate energy management and in 2004 by the Texas State Energy Conservation Office for its outstanding achievements in energy efficiency and air quality, DFW is truly a leader in its field and the Alliance to Save Energy is honored to be presenting this year's Category A Star of Energy Efficiency award to Jeff Fegan, CEO and Jim Crites, Executive Vice President of Operations for active and continuous pursuit of energy and resource saving. Category B - * Star of Energy Efficiency * - Burlington Electric Department
Despite being a small utility, BED has had a high impact in the area of energy efficiency in part because of its commitment to supplying electrical needs through improved energy efficiency and its ability to leverage private funds to maximum effect. Despite significant commercial growth during the 1990's, the city of Burlington used less electricity in 2004 than it did in 1989. To achieve this phenomenal result, BED has led and/or been involved in numerous efforts to promote energy efficiency while protecting the environment and improving the economy. From its promotion of LEED certification and high standard energy codes for buildings, to the implementation of IS0-based load response programs that help to curtail load during periods of high cost, to innovative energy efficiency ordinances for residential rental properties at the time of sale, BED has shown true leadership in targeting energy efficiency investments for its entire customer base. With a truly committed staff and proven leadership, the Alliance to Save Energy looks forward to presenting Barbara Grimes, general manager of Burlington Electric Department, with the Star of Energy Efficiency in recognition of the utility's leadership in the city, region, and state of Vermont. Category C - * Star of Energy Efficiency * - Ultra Light Steel Auto Body - Advanced Vehicle Concepts
A unique, independent international consortium of steel companies, representing 22 countries and 35 steel manufacturers, the ULSAB research initiative has helped to make a dramatic impact on today's vehicle design and fuel economy. By revolutionizing the kind of steel normally applied to vehicles in the C-class European and mid-sized North American category, ULSAB has managed to demonstrate significant improvements in fuel economy of 53 mpg (gas) and 73 mpg (diesel), and also has met stringent crash safety requirements and high volume manufacturability at affordable costs - all using the most recyclable material in the world - steel. By achieving vehicle weight reduction ULSAB has been able to assist automakers in achieving their own fuel, safety, and production goals, while supporting the more efficient use of steel through end of useful life recycling of vehicles. The Alliance to Save Energy is honored to be presenting this Star of Energy Efficiency to Edward Opbroek, former Director of the International ULSAB-AVC consortium and present Director of Automotive Projects for the International Iron and Steel Institute. Charles H. Percy Award - * Michael Peevey, President California Public Utilities Commission *
As President of the CPUC, Peevey was instrumental in bringing together regulatory and administrative agencies of California in order to address energy needs of the State with a strong focus on the environment. Under his leadership, the state's "Energy Action Plan" (EAP) was adopted which calls for supplying all electrical power and natural gas in an environmentally sound and cost-effective manner. Under the EAP championed by Peevey, investor-owned utilities will likely decrease the energy consumption of their consumers by over 3 billion kWh throughout 2004-2005. And, California -- already a leader in renewable technologies -- will increase the use and development of renewable energy from solar, wind, geothermal, hydro, and biomass resources. Peevey's vision, dedication and commitment to energy efficiency are embodied in his accomplishment of bringing together important industry, policy, and business leaders to develop an energy plan for California that has energy efficiency as its backbone. The Alliance is honored to recognized this achievement and leadership. ************* The Alliance also will be announcing this year's Chairman's Award, selected by the Alliance Chair Senator Byron Dorgan, in the months ahead. ************* If you would like more information about table sponsorship and individual seat sales, please contact Zoë Dawson at (202) 530 2228 or zdawson@ase.org. You can also visit the Alliance's dinner website at www.ase.org to learn more about the 2005 Stars of Energy Efficiency, our Dinner Sponsors and our compelling program of notable and effective speakers at this year's awards gala. ************* The Alliance would like to take this opportunity to recognize and express our appreciation to the Awards and Development Committee for their selection of the 2005 Stars of Energy Efficiency and for their continuing leadership in the organization of this year's dinner. James DeGraffenreidt, Washington Gas (CHAIR)
Robin Bectel, North American Insulation Manufacturers Association
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DFW International Airport Board was selected as a Star of Energy Efficiency for their aggressive pursuit and corporate commitment to the efficient and environmentally friendly use of energy. Currently, the world's third busiest airport, serving more than 59 million passengers and offering 2,300 flights a day to 152 domestic and international destinations, DFW is well on its way to becoming the one of the "greenest airports" in the world.