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8:00 – 8:30 am
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Registration and Continental Breakfast
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8:30 – 9:00 am
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Welcome Address
Sanford Novick, General Manager, Lansing Board of Water and Light
Monica Martinez, Commissioner, Michigan Public Service Commission
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9:00 – 9:30 am
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Moving Towards Local Self-Reliance
David Morris, Institute for Local Self-Reliance
Dr. Morris will address how states and communities can reduce dependence on fossil fuels and use clean energy.
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9:30 – 10:00 am
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The End of the Fossil Fuel Age
David Konkle, Ann Arbor Energy Office
Mr. Konkle will present the energy issues facing the world today.
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10:00 – 10:30 am
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Michigan's Energy Crisis: Time to get Serious
Dr. Martin Kushler, American Council for an Energy Efficient Economy
Dr. Kushler will illustrate how energy costs are crushing Michigan's economy and why energy efficiency is crucial.
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10:30 – 10:50 am
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Break
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10:50 – 11:20 am
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A View from Across the Lake
Janet Brandt, Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
Examine how our Great Lakes neighbors are successfully dealing with energy issues in their states and the applications of statewide energy related solutions.
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11:20 – 11:50 am
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Solar Manufacturing Development in Michigan
Tracey Rettig, UNI-SOLAR
Ms. Rettig will present on the success of United Solar Ovonic, LLC, located in Troy, MI.
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11:50 – 12:20 am
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Break (Exhibits Open)
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12:20 – 1:30 pm
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Lunch
Luncheon Address
Aileen Gow, Director, Urban Options
Jennifer Alvarado, Director, GLREA
Jim Croce, CEO, Next Energy
Jim Croce will speak about the energy policy and economic opportunities that sustainable energy technologies offer Michigan.
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1:30 – 2:00 pm
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Break (Exhibits Open)
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2:00 – 2:50 pm
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS
LEED Buildings
Stephen Hamstra, P.E., LEED AP, Certified GeoExchange Designer,
Executive Vice President GMB Architects-Engineers Bruce Wheaton, Lansing Community College Learn about LEED requirements and what you need to do to ensure your building can be certified.
Energy Star High Performance Homes
Douglas Black, Urban Options & WARM Training Center
Greg Nahn, Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
This session will present the benefits of ENERGY STAR certification for builders and new homebuyers in comparison to meeting minimum state code requirements
Policy Update: A Renewable Energy Policy Review
Jennifer Decesaro, National Conference of State Legislators
Learn more about how Renewable Energy Portfolio Standards are being implemented in other states and shaping the state energy landscape.
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2:50 – 3:00 pm
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Break
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3:00 – 3:50 pm
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS
Helping Michigan Families
Bob Chapman, WARM Training Center
Aileen Gow, Urban Options
Kathy Walgren, THAW
Become familiar with the serious challenges facing Michigan families regarding the rising cost of energy. Learn about the critical need for fuel assistance and preventive education and weatherization programs such as the recently completed Energy Fitness Heating System Assistance program.
Solar Works in Michigan
John Watson, Urban Options
Jennifer Alvarado, GLREA
Find out about the success of the recent Michigan Solar Domestic Hot Water Rebate and how GLREA's Go Solar encourages home and business owners to invest in solar.
Financing Energy Projects
Doug Russell, Northern Lights
Joel Wiese, Urban Options
Learn how Energy Efficiency projects are being implemented at home and in commercial buildings through grants and financing mechanisms.
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3:50 – 4:00 pm
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Break
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4:00 – 4:50 pm
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CONCURRENT SESSIONS
Power of Partnerships
Jennifer Silverston, Northern Options
Sue Warren, Lansing Board of Water & Light
Speakers will present on ENERGYSTAR programs for residences, parishes, businesses and utilities.
Running Clean: Biofuel Applications in Michigan
Keith Reinholdt, Michigan Soybean Promotion Committee
Jody Pollock, Michigan Corn Growers Association
Presenters will cover Michigan's current and potential use of biodiesel and ethanol fuels.
Renewable Energy Financing
John Sarver, Michigan Energy Office
Dan Kalafatas, Three Phases
Learn about funding sources available, like the new Federal Energy Bill and the availability of Green Pricing Programs and Renewable Energy Credits.
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5:00 – 6:30 pm
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Networking Reception Co-Sponsored by the
National Wind Coordinating Committee, GLREA and Urban Options
Please join us following the afternoon sessions for a special evening networking reception. Complimentary hors d' ourves and beverages will be served.
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