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Welcome to the Alliance to Save Energy's monthly newsletter, e-FFICIENCY NEWS. In this edition: On the Policy Front, Consumer Awareness, Around the World, In Schools and Universities, EE at Work, EE Insights, and Events
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Billions for Energy Efficiency: Alliance Analysis of Stimulus Bill
Last week the House of Representatives passed their version of the Economic Recovery and Reinvestment Act; in it are billions of dollars in funding for energy efficiency. In a matter of days – and with the President's February 13 deadline approaching – the Senate will review its own version. In light of such momentous events, we offer you an Alliance side-by-side document comparing the energy efficiency funding in the House and Senate bills.
Join Us for the 6th Annual Great Energy Efficiency Day
 Wednesday, March 4; 9:30 am – 3 pm
Room G-50 of the Dirksen Senate Office Building
President Obama promises a 'new era' of energy and environmental policy built on energy efficiency. The new Congress is committed to developing significant energy and climate legislation. Never has there been a better time to join the Alliance in the Nation's Capital for an in-depth discussion on energy efficiency and the roll it must play in a clean energy future for the U.S.
The Great Energy Efficiency Day is a "must attend" event with stakeholders from business, industry, government and academia discussing the urgent need for energy efficiency. This year's event will feature an impressive roster of speakers addressing energy efficiency in the utility sector; climate and energy policy; carbon pricing policy; and measuring success. There is no admission fee; however, you must register online. Visit www.ase.org/geed today.
Clean, Green Jeans: Laundry Tips for the Energy Efficient
Did you know that clothes washers and dryers account for more than six percent of your annual energy bill – not to mention that heating up the water accounts for 80 percent of the energy used while washing clothes? Luckily, there are a few ways to reduce energy use – and save money – with each load. Paired with innovative, environmentally friendly fashions from famed Levi Strauss & Co., good laundry practices can be an exercise in energy efficiency.
Green Campus Initiatives Shed New Light on Energy Efficiency
How many Green Campus interns does it take to change a lightbulb? Let's put it this way: the more interns there are, the more energy you save, as those at UC Berkeley and UC Santa Cruz have so effectively demonstrated. By researching and deploying lighting retrofits these students are helping to reduce overall energy use in these California universities.
Raising Standards: A Three-part Series on Energy Efficiency Standards for Industry
Responsible for 1/3 of the energy consumed in the U.S. annually, the industrial sector has a number of new and existing standards by which to regulate their operations. In this three-part series, eNews will explore standards that save energy and money and decrease carbon emissions. Part II of this series looks at an existing voluntary standard known as ANSI/MSE 2000 – A Management System for Energy.
Survey Says: 2009 IECC Will Boost Average New Home's Energy Efficiency by at Least 12.2 Percent
America's homes are becoming more energy efficient each year, thanks in part to the Energy Efficient Codes Coalition's (EECC) diligent campaign for better building codes. According to a recent study released by the EECC, homes built to the new code will reduce energy use by at least 12.2 percent and generate savings for homeowners.
EE Global: The Energy Efficiency Event of 2009
What does an international energy efficiency event look like? How does it work? The Energy Efficiency Global Forum and Exposition – EE Global – is being held April 27 – 29, 2009 in Paris, France. We give you an overview of how the world's leading voices in energy will strategize ways of realizing the enormous potential of energy efficiency at this one-of-a-kind event.
The EE Glossary: Smart Grid
Imagine that instead of being surprised by your monthly electricty bill, you could actually manage your energy use down to the hour and the cent. That reality might be closer than you think: the smart grid is a set of technologies that can be built into the current transmission grid, ultimately changing the way we use energy.
Saving Energy 101: Insulation
In the second in our Consumer Awareness series, Sr. Associate for Research and Policy Steve Capanna discusses the benefits of a well-insulated home.
Alliance Releases Second State Policy Brief: State Energy Efficiency Loan Programs
The Alliance is pleased to release the second in its series of policy briefs on energy efficiency at the state level. The new brief, entitled State Energy Efficiency Loan Programs, focuses on loan programs in 30 states that are currently providing low- to no-interest rate loans to finance energy efficiency improvements – from energy-efficient windows to replacement HVAC systems – in the residential, business and public sectors.
Job Opportunities at the Department of Energy
Looking for a job in the energy field? The Department of Energy has two open positions: Program Manager, Buildings Technology Program, and Program Manager, Office of the Biomass Program.
Energy Information Administration Releases New Report on State Data
The Energy Information Administration (EIA) has released a report entitled State Data Needs Assessment Report, which assesses state data needs in accordance with Section 805(d) of the Energy Independence and Security Act of 2007. In part based on feedback received during an EIA workshop in October 2008, the report offers insight into how state-level energy data are used.
Energy Efficiency Global Forum 2009
April 27 – 29, 2009
Palais des Congres, Paris, France
www.eeglobalforum.org
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The Energy Efficiency Global Forum & Exposition (EE Global 2009) is the only "one-stop conference" for the information, tools and contacts needed to capitalize on enormous opportunities in energy efficiency. At EE Global 2009, the world's leading thinkers will share the best technologies, strategies, financing and public policy approaches for leveraging investments in energy efficiency to the fullest.
Designed by energy-efficiency experts and leaders from around the world, EE Global 2009 is the place to:
- learn about opportunities in every end-use sector and region;
- share knowledge and best solutions with international government and business leaders;
- define strategies for implementing energy efficiency worldwide, and
- forge partnerships to ensure success.
Energy efficiency has emerged as a key and cost-effective solution to climate change, energy security, and economic sustainability. Now is the time for action. EE Global 2009 is the place to capitalize on the potential of energy efficiency
RETECH 2009 (American Council on Renewable Energy)
Feb. 25 – 27, 2009
Las Vegas, NV
http://www.retech2009.com/
RETECH 2009 offers a platform for innovators and leaders of the renewable energy industry to come together to share their knowledge and insights about the U.S. renewable energy industry in 2009 and beyond. The Business Conference will consist of 200+ speakers on six parallel tracks, held over three days, on each of the key technologies (wind, solar, hydro, ocean, geothermal, and biomass/ biofuels/ waste energy), plus cross-cutting sessions on markets, finance and policy.
Revolutionizing the Smart Grid (Active Communications International)
Mar. 2 – 6, 2009
San Diego, CA
http://ase.org/uploaded_files/AlliancePromo_RSmartGrid.pdf
Revolutionizing the Smart Grid is a two-day strategic event bringing together utility professionals, government and state officials involved in deployment of the smart grid to learn strategies that will improve energy efficiency programs and operations, increase customer retention, and reduce financial risk and volatility.
European Wind Energy Conference and Exposition (European Wind Energy Association)
Mar. 16 – 19, 2009
Marseilles, France
http://www.ewec2009.info/
EWEC brings together wind energy professionals and technical experts in a different European city every year. The comprehensive conference programme and extensive exhibition attract thousands of participants from all over Europe and beyond.
Wall Street Green Trading Summit (Hedge Connection)
April 1 – 2, 2009
New York, NY
http://www.wsgts.com/
The seminal New York City environmental financial market event created by Peter C. Fusaro, this event does it all in two days, covering carbon emissions trading and finance, renewable energy markets, cleantech VC, green hedge funds and energy efficiency financial markets.
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