Webinaires pour les membres

Restez à jour avec l'industrie. Les membres de l'AEE ont accès à des webinaires mensuels gratuits d'experts de l'industrie sur des sujets énergétiques importants. De plus, les webinaires offrent des crédits pour le renouvellement de la certification AEE.

Webinaires à venir

Les webinaires sont présentés à l'aide de la plateforme Zoom. Le nom, l'adresse e-mail et le numéro d'identification des participants sont nécessaires pour s'inscrire.

Mar 29, 2024

12:00 -1:00

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Building Inclusive Leadership – Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

Join us for “Building Inclusive Leadership,” an interactive session for current and aspiring leaders interested in fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) in their teams and organizations. We are excited to announce Kirsty Fontaine as our main speaker. With nearly a decade of experience in leading DEI initiatives and public health programming, Kirsty brings a wealth of knowledge and actionable insights. This event is perfect for anyone in a leadership role or those aiming to take on leadership positions in the future. You can expect to gain practical tools and strategies to help you become an inclusive leader capable of making a positive impact in your role, regardless of its size or influence. Don’t miss this opportunity to enhance your leadership skills and contribute to creating more inclusive workplaces.

*This webinar is in partnership with the AEE National Capital Chapter (AEE-NCC) based out of Washington, D.C.

 

Workshop Lead: Kirsty Fontaine – Health Equity Advocate and DEIJ Facilitator
Kirsty Fontaine (she/her) is an experienced public health professional led by the understanding that centering the voices, expertise, and experiences of the most marginalized and oppressed is the key to our collective liberation. With nearly ten years of expertise in leading diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) initiatives and public health programming, she founded Kirsty Fontaine LLC, a minority and woman-owned company providing consulting services to small and medium-size organizations, private institutions, and local jurisdictions in the areas of Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, and Justice (DEIJ); institutional strategy and metric development; and discussion facilitation.

Moderator: Dee Spolarics – Environmental, Energy, & Sustainability Engineer
Dee Spolarics is an Environmental, Energy, and Sustainability Engineer who has been with Volvo Group Trucks for eight years, with a total of 12 years of experience in the Environmental and Energy Industry.

Kirsty Fontaine

Health Equity Advocate and DEIJ Facilitator

Avr 09, 2024

11:00 -12:00

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Leveraging §179D Tax Deduction: Insights for CEMs, CLEPs, and CEAs

*This webinar offers .2 AEE credits for live attendance.

This presentation delves into the strategic utilization of the §179D Tax Deduction by Certified Energy Managers (CEMs), Certified Lighting Efficiency Professionals (CLEPs), and Certified Energy Auditors (CEAs). Through a comprehensive review of specific case studies and IRS memorandums, attendees will gain invaluable insights into maximizing the benefits of this tax incentive.

The §179D Tax Deduction provides a unique opportunity for professionals in the energy sector to capitalize on energy-efficient building investments. By examining real-world scenarios and IRS guidance, participants will learn how to navigate the intricacies of the deduction, ensuring compliance while optimizing tax savings.

Key topics covered include the eligibility criteria for claiming the deduction, the role of CEMs, CLEPs, and CEAs in qualifying projects, and the methodologies for calculating eligible deductions. Furthermore, the presentation will explore recent updates and developments in §179D regulations, equipping attendees with the latest knowledge to make informed decisions.

Through a blend of theoretical understanding and practical examples, this presentation empowers CEMs, CLEPs, and CEAs to harness the full potential of the §179D Tax Deduction. Whether seeking to enhance energy efficiency in existing buildings or designing sustainable structures from the ground up, attendees will leave with actionable strategies to leverage this valuable tax incentive effectively.

About the presenter:
David Diaz is the Managing Partner for Walker Reid Strategies, a prominent firm specializing in Energy Efficiency and Specialty Tax Services. With over 20 years of experience in the construction and real estate industry, David has established himself as a seasoned expert in enhancing energy efficiency in commercial buildings.

A thought leader in his field, David actively engages with various organizations related to energy efficiency. Recognized for his depth of knowledge and ability to communicate complex concepts, David frequently delivers captivating lectures on energy tax incentives. His presentations focus on educating and empowering professionals in the industry, providing valuable insights into the intricacies of the §179D Tax Deduction and §45L Residential Tax Credit. Through these engagements, David helps professionals leverage the available incentives to drive positive change, foster sustainable development, and enhance energy efficiency across the board.

With his unwavering dedication, extensive experience, and commitment to sharing knowledge, David Diaz continues to inspire and lead the way in advancing energy efficiency practices within the construction and real estate industry.

David Diaz

Managing Partner, Walker Reid Strategies

Avr 22, 2024

12:00 -1:00

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Earth Day 2024: Anticipating Climate and ESG Reporting to 2030

*This webinar offers .2 AEE credits for live attendance.

Earth Day activates billions across the world to safeguard our planet and fight for a brighter future. This year, Raoul Empey will deliver a presentation on the growing requirements for businesses to provide comprehensive climate risk disclosures, set science-based targets, and develop credible Climate Action plans that chart the reduction of environmental impacts to 2030 and beyond.

Raoul will provide a sense of context and direction for companies that trade globally, outline the multiple requirements and challenges of Environmental, Social & Governance (ESG) reporting, as well as an understanding of supply-chain and what is driving these reporting requirements. He will discuss setting Net Zero and Science-Based targets, how the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (CSRD) will apply to US companies operating in Europe, and synergies between the CSRD and the US Securities and Exchange Commission’s (SEC) reporting rules for climate-related risks compliance in the USA. The webinar aims to reflect on what is driving climate disclosure reporting in your country and will be an engaging and interactive experience.

About the presenter:
Raoul Empey (BA BAI, MSC, CEng MIEI, CEM-I) has delivered training on Carbon, Energy and Sustainability literacy to over 3,000 public sector workers and countless more in the private sector. He is the author of the AEE Climate Action Certificate international training series and was a contributor to the International Organization for Standardization’s Net Zero Guiding Principles, which was launched at COP27 in Egypt in November 2022 (ISO IWA 42). Raoul is now the President of the AEE Ireland chapter.

Raoul is the Founder and Managing Director of Sustineo, a leading Irish sustainability consultancy that helps businesses take practical and meaningful sustainability actions. He has extensive experience as an energy consultant and a trainer, leading Sustineo’s work on carbon footprint measurement and reporting. Over the years, he has worked with many different types of businesses, from TV stations to aircraft leasing companies, to understand, measure, and reduce their energy use and carbon footprint.

*Learn more about AEE’s Climate Action Certificate Training Program ici.

Raoul Empey

Founder & Managing Director, Sustineo

Avr 26, 2024

3:00 -4:00

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Tendances de l'audit énergétique et conseils d'experts de l'industrie

*This webinar offers .2 AEE credits for live attendance.

This is an opportunity to lean on a trio of experts with decades of experience in energy auditing applications. Clint Christenson, Rich Costello, and Fred Goldner will provide a high-level overview of energy auditing and the AEE Certified Energy Auditor certification. These experts are here to help you – ask your questions, and they’ll share their recommendations and similar situations they’ve experienced.

About the Panel:

Clint Christenson is a former President of AEE, and is currently a consultant and instructor providing optimization services for industrial, commercial and institutional customers. He previously served as Senior Buildings Engineer for Pacific Northwest National Laboratories, Senior Energy Engineer with NORESCO, Inc., the Director of Advanced Solutions for Johnson Controls, Inc., and Director of Oklahoma State University’s Industrial Assessment Center.

Fred Goldner is the President of Energy Management & Research Associates and is a nationally recognized expert in the field of energy auditing and management with over 30 years of experience. Fred is a former President of AEE, and is currently involved in a wide variety of projects, including facility audits, use analyses, research, and energy master planning and program design. Fred has led audits and audit teams for hundreds of facilities totaling tens of millions of square feet.

Rich Costello is the President of Acela Energy Group, an energy consulting group specializing in energy procurement, load management, energy conservation training, auditing, and on-site wind & solar generation projects. Rich is a former President of AEE, and has decades of experience in the fields of load management, utility services, energy conservation, power, natural gas, and tariff related negotiations and agreements.

*Learn more about AEE’s Auditeur énergétique certifié (CEA) certification ici.

Auditeur énergétique certifié

mai 14, 2024

12:00 -1:00

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Current State of​ Building Commissioning ​and ​the CBCP®/CBCF®

*This webinar offers .2 AEE credits for live attendance.

Since its inception, Building Commissioning (BCx) has evolved into a veritable alphabet soup of categories depending on the stage of the life cycle of a building, central plant, or campus. In this webinar, domain expert Song Deng, a practitioner, instructor, certified professional, and member of the AEE Hall of Fame, will help sort out some of the complex details of BCx and provide a dynamic view of the current state and future of BCx with fellow CBCP and certification board member, Rich Gifaldi. As the 1st of a mini-series, this webinar aims to demystify, engage, and inform while fueling many businesses/enterprises into their BCx endeavors and successes as a peer, teammate, coach, or competitor.

About the panel:

Song Deng is a world traveler, pathfinder, career practitioner, researcher, and mentor of building commissioning and energy services, activities, and events. Song was inducted into the AEE Energy Managers Hall of Fame in 2019 and is the CBCP®/CBCF® certification Board Chair and a concurrent CEA® certification Board Member. As a Technical Advisor at Austin, TX-based Bee (Building energy efficiency, www.BeeUSA.com), Song consults and lectures worldwide. You can connect with Song on LinkedIn, found ici.

Rich Gifaldi, PE, LEED AP BD+C, WELL AP, CEM, CBCP, has fostered energy conservation, environmental stewardship, and community resilience in buildings and on campuses across the globe. He is the Chief of Facility Business Operations at the Federal Reserve Board and a member of the AEE CBCP certification board. He resides in northern Virginia and enjoys running, beekeeping, and offbeat travel adventures. You can connect with Rich on LinkedIn, found ici.

*Learn more about AEE’s Professionnel certifié de la mise en service de bâtiments (CBCP) certification ici.

Professionnel certifié de la mise en service de bâtiments

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Heures de contact et crédits d'attribution

L'AEE délivrera un certificat de participation aux webinaires des membres, et les participants peuvent utiliser les webinaires comme heures de contact pour les renouvellements de certification AEE. Chaque heure de contact équivaut à 0,2 crédit pour le renouvellement de votre certification AEE. (Veuillez noter qu'il appartient aux autres associations d'approuver ou non le contenu en tant qu'heures de contact pour les autres renouvellements.)