SEPSPA News that may be of interest to our members. The Sustainable Energy Partnership of Southeastern PA Chooses WGL Energy for Electricity Supply. Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/eDKs6Wza
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April 20, 2024 – Happy Earth Day!
Happy Earth Day from SEI!
Here are some of the activities and volunteer opportunities going on in Chester County.
https://www.downtownwestchester.com/event/2024-earth-day-planet-vs-plastic-rally-and-celebration/
https://upperuwchlan-pa.gov/earthday
https://phoenixvillechamber.org/news-events/events/2024-phoenixville-earth-day/
https://www.westwhiteland.org/Calendar.aspx?EID=1627
More information about Earth Day can be found at Earthday.org.
May 22, 2024 – Green Building United 2024 Sustainability Symposium
SEI is sharing this event on behalf of our friends at Green Building United:
It’s official! May 22nd, 2024, we’re asking everyone to mark their calendars for this year’s Green Building United Sustainability Symposium. Our annual flagship event will be hosted at Temple University’s Howard Gittis Student Center in North Philadelphia and will showcase our region’s best and brightest who are fighting every day to usher in a sustainable future for all.
Join us for a full day of educational sessions covering cutting-edge green building and sustainability topics and industry best practices, including LEED, Passive House, Living Building Challenge, Enterprise Green Communities, WELL, green stormwater infrastructure, and 2030 Districts. See below for a list of sessions!
Attendees will have the opportunity to learn and earn CEUs (including AIA, GBCI, Phius, PHI, LACES, etc. as well as explore the expo hall, walking tours, and network with speakers and fellow attendees.
April 24, 2024 – ADA Accommodations WEDTalk Event from Bucks County, 9-10:00 a.m.
>>REGISTER
WEDTalk Objectives:
- Understand how to recognize and respond to employee accommodation requests.
- Develop further insight into navigating the ADA’s interactive process.
- Consider non-legal issues and business risks related to accommodations.
- Appreciate the many areas in which accommodation issues arise, including interviewing and performance management.
Featured Speaker:
Marc J. Scheiner, Esq. Special Counsel – Duane Morris
April 16, 2024 – Pennsylvania Energy Summit in Harrisburg
The Pennsylvania Energy Summit in Harrisburg will take place April 16, 2024. Learn more and register >> https://www.cityandstatepa.com/feature/2024-pa-energy-summit/
Sponsored by City & State Pennsylvania
Keynote Speaker:
Adam Ortiz
Mid-Atlantic Regional Administrator, United States Environmental Protection Agency
April 3 and 4, 2024 – Hiring People with Disabilities as part of T/A
Registration is now OPEN for the Pennsylvania Department of Labor & Industry training on hiring people with disabilities as part of talent acquisition! Don’t miss out on this opportunity to learn best practices for sourcing, hiring, and supporting individuals with disabilities in the workplace. Key topics include understanding disabilities and inclusive recruitment strategies. Click the link below to secure your spot today! hashtag#DisabilityInclusion hashtag#TalentAcquisition hashtag#TrainingOpportunity
Date: April 3, 9 – 10:30am
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/eZ3jVdFp
Date: April 4, 2-3:30pm
Registration Link: https://lnkd.in/emEgYiYC
May 13-17, 2024 – Certified Energy Manager (CEM) Training – in Philadelphia
CERTIFIED ENERGY MANAGER (CEM) TRAINING
GPAEE Members:: $1,995
Non-Members: $2,195
13-17 May 2024
March 11, 2024 – Clean Hydrogen for the Mid Atlantic – 8:15 a.m. – 12:45 p.m.
Join the organizers of First State Hydrogen, Inc. to learn about clean hydrogen for the Mid-Atlantic.
SEI is a sponsor!
Where: Philadelphia Steamfitters Local Union 420.
When: March 11, 2024 – 8:15 a.m.-12:45 p.m.
Learn more and register!
January 2024 – Microgrids and Hydrogen news
As the Smart Energy Initiative of Southeastern PA expands its working groups to include Microgrids and Hydrogen, we find this article interesting. Caterpillar Powers Microsoft’s Wyoming Data Center with Hydrogen Fuel Cell and Microgrid Technology | Microgrid Knowledge If your company is interested in joining SEI, please reach out to Jim Lauckner at jlauckner@ccedcpa.com. Membership in SEI is free.
Speaker Bios – 2024 Energy Briefing
Secretary Jessica Shirley
Currently serving as the Interim Acting Secretary for the Pennsylvania Department of Environmental Protection (PA DEP), Jessica Shirley plays a pivotal role in the guidance of the department in its mission to protect and preserve Pennsylvania’s environment while fostering sustainable and equitable practices. Jessica arrives to the role of Acting Secretary with extensive experience and knowledge within the agency. Most recently, Jessica served as the Executive Deputy Secretary overseeing all programs from February 2023 to October 2023.
Secretary Jessica was the first appointed Infrastructure Implementation Coordinator at the PA DEP from May 2022 to February 2023 and in this position, she oversaw the implementation of the Federal Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act. Jessica ensured the Department maximized funds for the betterment of Pennsylvania’s environment, economy, residents, and communities. Jessica previously served as the Policy Director from May 2016 to April 2022 and in this position, she helped develop groundbreaking executive orders related to PFAS, climate change, energy conservation and sustainability in Commonwealth operations, and environmental justice. Jessica was involved in leading Pennsylvania’s first ever Litter Action Plan which received several awards and national recognition. In her earlier role as the Executive Policy Specialist from January 2010 to February 2011, Jessica was a trusted advisor in various policy areas and served as the Policy Office liaison for multiple advisory committees.
Jessica’s educational background includes a Master’s Degree in Public Administration from Pennsylvania State University and a Bachelor’s Degree in Economics and Political Science from Indiana University of Pennsylvania.
David Ferro
David Ferro is the CEO of Optics Consulting LLC has over 25 years as an energy advisor. Starting his career with Hess Oil and Columbia Gas, Dave is now the owner of an energy management and engineering firm. Dave and his team at OPTICS Consulting are actively managing fortune 100 companies’ energy spend, use of energy, as well as their greenhouse gas objectives. He is passionate about solving energy problems and supportive of the use of innovation to achieving objectives. Dave’s experience working for both utility, public and private sectors provides him with a diverse background for making informed energy market decisions.
