2009 WEEC / NEWS UPDATES

Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. to Address WEEC Opening Session
The Association of Energy Engineers is pleased to announce that renowned environmental activist and attorney, Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. will be a featured opening session keynote speaker on Wednesday, November 4 at the upcoming 2009 World Energy Engineering Congress in Washington, DC. Mr. Kennedy, who will be speaking on Sustainable Energy and the Environment, joins a roster of high level energy leaders addressing WEEC attendees at this year's opening event. CLICK HERE for more information about Mr. Kennedy and his work in the environmental field.

Japan Green Technology & Energy Pavilion to be Featured at WEEC Expo
The Japan External Trade Organization (JETRO) is organizing an innovative pavilion featuring technologies and solutions for energy efficiency, green building and alternative energy marketplace. The Pavilion will be a featured part of the 32nd World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC) exposition, November 4-5, 2009 in Washington, DC. According to Albert Thumann, Executive Director of the Association of Energy Engineers, "We are honored that JETRO has selected the WEEC as a prime venue to showcase global solutions for energy management and green technology implementation. We look forward to attendees having the opportunity to interact face-to-face with representatives from Japan to foster business development and strategic partnerships."

Attendees are invited to the Japan Green Technology & Energy Pavilion to network with participating companies, to see advance technologies first-hand, and to discuss potential business relationships. Today, Japan is leading the way in reducing carbon emissions through the adoption of energy efficient technologies and alternative energy resources. Increasing numbers of companies around the world are partnering with Japanese companies to develop these innovative technologies, products and services JETRO will also be hosting an important Policy & Technology Breakfast meeting open to WEEC attendees on Thursday, November 5, 2009. The meeting will feature prominent U.S. and Japanese speakers who will discuss the potential benefits of energy efficiency, alternative energy and GHG reduction.

Japan has also become the center for new environmental and energy trends, and is the testing ground for new innovative products. JETRO will be assisting companies interested in doing business in Japan. JETRO helps U.S. companies set up an office in Japan quickly & cost effectively by providing expertise, resources, and industry connections. For additional information or to participate in the Japan Pavilion, please contact Taizo Ohtani, or call 212-997-0450.

2009 WEEC Training Seminars Approved by State of Virginia Under WIA (Stimulus Funding)
The Workforce Investment Board (Alexandria/Arlington, VA) has approved a cross-section of energy, sustainable and green seminars that are being held in conjunction with the World Energy Engineering Congress (WEEC) in Washington, DC. WEEC attendees who are legal residents of the state of Virginia may qualify for federal funds to attend these training programs through their local workforce development office. For more information CLICK HERE. For a listing of approved seminars with links to register for them online, CLICK HERE.


Maryland Targets 25% Cut in Greenhouse Gas Emissions by 2020
Source: U.S. DOE / May 13, 2009: Maryland Governor Martin O'Malley approved a legislative package in early May that includes a requirement for the state to reduce its greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions to 25% below 2006 levels by 2020. The Greenhouse Gas Emissions Reduction Act of 2009 places the burden on the Maryland Department of Environment to concoct a plan for achieving the emissions reduction. The department has until mid-2011 to establish an inventory of statewide GHG emissions for 2006 and for projecting the GHG emissions in 2020 under a "business as usual" scenario, and then it has until the end of that year to adopt a plan for achieving the emissions target. However, in the absence of new federal laws or regulations for reducing GHG emissions, state agencies cannot require GHG reductions from the state's manufacturing sector, nor can they cause a significant increase in costs for the state's manufacturing sector. Maryland is already a participant in the Regional Greenhouse Gas Initiative, which requires the power sector to reduce its GHG emissions by 10% by 2018. See the governor's press release and the full text of the legislation, House Bill 315.

SAIC to Host 2009 WEEC
For 2009, SAIC will host the World Energy Engineering Congress for the second consecutive year. SAIC is a Fortune 500® scientific, engineering and technology applications company that uses its deep domain of knowledge to solve problems of vital importance to the nation and the world in energy and the environment, national security, critical infrastructure, and health. The company's approximately 45,000 employees serve customers in the U.S. Department of Defense, the intelligence community, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, and other U.S. government civil agencies, as well as in selected commercial markets. For more information on SAIC's energy-related activities, CLICK HERE.

Autodesk Becomes a Platinum Sponsor of WEEC for 2009
The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE) is pleased to announce that Autodesk, Inc. has signed on to participate as a Platimum Sponsor of the 32nd annual World Energy Engineering Congress. A number of Autodesk professionals will take part as speakers during the WEEC conference program, exhibit hall workshop presentations and the new technologies breakfast. Autodesk is a world leader in 2D and 3D design software for the manufacturing, building and construction, and media and entertainment markets. The Autodesk team will be available during the WEEC to discuss 3D digital design and analysis tools designed to help energy and facility managers more efficiently build and renovate government and commercial buildings that meet sustainability and accountability requirements. For more information on Autodesk's sustainable design services, CLICK HERE.

Corporate Energy Leader Raytheon to Send Delegation to 2009 WEEC
Raytheon (NYSE: RTN) has announced that it will be sending a delegation of its key energy managers to the World Energy Engineering Congress, November 4-6, 2009 in Washington, DC. Raytheon has recently signed up to be a Red Star Corporate Leader for the event. According to Brian Douglas with the Association of Energy Engineers, "We are pleased to have Raytheon's team attend, and to provide a program which can assist them in incorporating the latest energy efficiency, sustainable and facility optimization strategies at their global installations. AEE is seeing an increased level of interest from large scale end users seeking to reduce their energy costs, and to better manage their facilities -- both to be competitive in the global marketplace, and to assert leadership in environmental sustainability." More info: Raytheon Energy Management Program / Corporate Stewardship / Raytheon: Changing Attitudes Toward Energy.

Corning to Bring Its Top Energy Managers & Sustainability Professionals to the WEEC
As a participant in WEEC's Corporate Energy Leader program, Corning will be sending a delegation from various of its facilities to attend the 2009 conference & exposition. According to Brian Douglas, Director of Business Development for the Association of Energy Engineers, "We are once again thrilled that Corning has selected the WEEC as the destination to send its managers to learn about the latest developments in the energy management and sustainability marketplace. The team concept empowers Corning managers to maximize their training schedules, communicate effective energy management strategies, and to build upon Corning's already existing innovative commitment to energy efficiency and the environment." In addition, Corning International's Global Energy Manager, Mr. Patrick Jackson, will give a conference presentation on "Assessing Legislative Climate Risk for Manufacturing Sites." For a look inside Corning's Environmental, Health & Safety, Energy Management Initiatives, CLICK HERE.

Leading Design-Build Firm M.C. Dean to Participate in WEEC
M.C. Dean, Inc. will again take part in the WEEC as a Corporate Energy Leader for 2009, sending a delegation from various divisions to attend the conference and exposition. One of the nation's leading design-build systems integrators, M.C. Dean, Inc. has six decades of proven success in the delivery of mission-critical systems and facilities, including integration of electrical, security, telecommunications, and fire alarm systems. With more than 3,000 employees world-wide in 25 offices, M.C. Dean, Inc. is ranked the 8th largest specialty electrical contractor in the United States by Engineering News Record. For information about M.C. Dean's energy services, CLICK HERE.


2009 WEEC GreenStreet Expo Brings Sustainable Technologies to the Forefront
The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency ENERGY STAR® will again co-present WEEC 2009's GreenStreet expo showcase, to be a prominent part of the 2009 show floor. The exhibiting companies located along the "green carpet" of the GreenStreet showcase will highlight their roles as leading providers of environmentally friendly, green energy efficiency related products and services. The 2009 WEEC conference agenda also will include a wide range of presentations to educate and guide attendees as they seek the best and most promising green/sustainable solutions for improving their buildings' performance.

The 2009 World Energy Engineering Congress will be held November 4-6 (4-5 for expo) at the Washington DC Convention Center in Washington, DC. In addition to the Expo, the WEEC offers a broad array of pre-show training seminars, workshops, conference break-out sessions, and poster sessions, as well as onsite facility tours. The WEEC Expo features a cross-section of exhibitors showcasing the full spectrum of today's energy solutions.