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November 7, 2024 – Net Zero Strategies: Heat Pump Technologies & Incentives 8:00 – 10:00 a.m.
Register>> https://Net_Zero_Strategies_Heat_Pump_Incentives.eventbrite.com
Learn about significant advancements in heat pump technology and examine incentives, rebates and savings.
Who should attend:
Architects, builders, facility managers, business owners, energy professionals, project mangers, property developers, and municipal developers.
Program description:
Let’s explore the heat pump boom – why have heat pumps become so popular and what’s driving the trend?
Heat pumps have revolutionized the way we heat and cool our commercial and residential buildings. The presentation will delve into the world of heat pumps, exploring different types such as air source, water source, and geothermal. We will discuss the significant advancements in efficiency over the past 70 years, making today’s heat pumps a highly sustainable and cost-effective option. Additionally, we’ll examine the available incentives, rebates, and potential cost savings that can make using heat pumps a smart investment.
Topics include:
- Air source, water source and geothermal heat pumps.
- How have heat pumps improved over the years.
- What is the technology and the components.
- Financials to consider for your project.
- What business justifications can be used.
- Creative Incentives including carbon credits presented by PA-Geo
Agenda:
- 8:00 to 8:30 a.m. – Check-in (coffee and continental breakfast will be served)
- 8:30 to 10:15 a.m. – Chris Delp, Sales Engineer – Energy Transfer Solutions, LLC
- 10:15-10:30 a.m. – Q&A Moderated by Steve Krug, AIA, PE, LEEDap, AEE Fellow, SEI Chair, and Principal – Krug Architects
Event Co sponsors:
November 7, 2024 – Presenter Bio – Chris Delp, Sales Engineer – Energy Transfer Solutions
Chris Delp is a Sales Engineer with Energy Transfer Solutions, a leading provider of specialty commercial and industrial HVAC equipment and services. Chris and the team work closely with building owners, architects, consulting engineers, general contractors and mechanical contractors through every facet of HVAC projects. They provide unparalleled technical products and services by representing manufacturers who share in the desire to exceed customer expectations. Having been with the company for 15 years and a partner for eight, Chris’s specialty in this field is holistic system design and thinking outside the box to help building owners and engineers achieve their energy and financial goals.
Chris began his career in the mechanical engineering field in 2009 after working as a chef and freelance musician for seven years in Los Angeles, CA.
Throughout high school, Chris had a strong interest in math and science while singing in the high school choir and playing cello with the Philadelphia Youth Orchestra where he was fortunate enough to travel the world on tours. This led him to study Mechanical Engineering and Music at Lehigh University where the dual interest continued. After graduating from Lehigh University, he matriculated to the University of Southern California to pursue a master’s degree in music composition.
November 19-20, 2024 – Green Hydrogen Summit East Coast at the Philadelphia Marriott Downtown
Green Hydrogen Summit East Coast. Solutions to Deploy Green Hydrogen and Power-To-X Projects at Scale.
Visit the website to learn more and to register: https://greenhydrogeneastcoast.solarenergyevents.com/
October 17, 2024 – World Geothermal Day. See what’s going on to celebrate it!
See all that is going on to recognize Geothermal his year!
World Geothermal Energy Day October 17
www.WorldGeothermalEnergyDay.org
World Geothermal Energy Day is generously sponsored by MicroThermal Energy
WorldGeothermalEnergyDay.org is thrilled to announce the celebration of this year’s World Geothermal Energy Day on October 17th, 2024. This annual event is a global celebration, honoring the remarkable contributions of geothermal energy systems and highlighting their profound impact on communities worldwide. This year, MicroSeismic and its geothermal solution, MicroThermal Energy, proudly serve as the executive flagship sponsor. They are hosting a special event in Houston at Karbach Brewery to raise awareness and celebrate the achievements in geothermal energy.
We invite everyone to recognize the dedicated individuals involved in the thousands of geothermal systems providing reliable electricity, heating, and cooling to essential facilities and homes worldwide. Geothermal energy offers significant advantages as we face climate challenges and work towards net-zero carbon systems. This year, we celebrate the leaders, operators, and teams who drive innovation in geothermal technology. Energy-efficient geothermal systems promote a cleaner, sustainable, and resilient environment in our ever-changing world. With the earth’s dependable and efficient geothermal energy, we continue to explore new ways to connect and innovate. Virtual meetings, events, and webinars have become essential tools, underscoring the role of technology in our lives.
THE LATEST NEWS IN GEOTHERMAL ENERGY
Shallow geothermal in Sweden – A deep penetration in the geo-energy market – GeoExpro
Of that figure, ground–source heat pumps account for 126 TWh, so 63 % of the total energy produced. So, it is the shallow geothermal systems that are …
Geothermal could revolutionize American energy. Will polarization threaten its rise?
https://thehill.com/policy/energy-environment/4591118-geothermal-energy-polarization-threat/
EnerGeo Alliance, Inc.
From conventional energy sources to groundbreaking new energy solutions, the energy of today and tomorrow cannot exist without the energy geoscience industry.
https://www.makingenergypossible.com/
Iceland will tunnel into a volcano to tap into virtually unlimited geothermal power
https://www.zmescience.com/science/news-science/iceland-geothermal-magma-chamber/
Ex-oil and gas workers push geothermal power forward
Rhttps://txgea.us10.list-manage.com/track/click?u=f77258093a61c147010083c08&id=78c391e632&e=2d3fdd8471
Fervo Energy Raises $244 Million to Accelerate Deployment of Next-Generation Geothermal
Microsoft Campus Set to Use Geothermal Energy to Heat/Cool Office Space
Why the Air Force Wants a Geothermal Energy Plants
Geothermal Energy Could be Huge. But We Need Oil and Gas Companies to Build It
Sage Geosystems’ Landmark Full-scale Commercial Pilot
| Shallow geothermal energy production may soon be more important than deep geothermal energy production in the Netherlands
US DOE Energy Saver https://www.energy.gov/energysaver/geothermal-heat-pumps US DOE Geothermal Technologies Office https://www.energy.gov/eere/geothermal/geothermal-heat-pumps
SWM has supplied customer with district heating, most of which comes from combined heat and power facilities. … cogeneration and thermal waste …
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Networked Ground Source Heat Pumps – Daily Kos
Really exciting news about geothermal heat pumps last week! My heating fantasy becoming a reality. Networking geothermal systems using natural gas …
ELECTRIC POWER and ENERGY TRENDS
Going Electric? Why Future Power Could Come From Hot Rocks
Carrier, the century-old inventor of the air conditioner, is moving on to the home heat pump
A global gold rush for buried hydrogen is underway — as hype builds over its clean energy potential
UPCOMING EVENTS (please let us know of any upcoming events that we should share)
MicroSiemic’s World Geothermal Energy Day Houston at Karbach Brewery October 17
https://www.microseismic.com/world-geothermal-energy-day/
NYC NY-GEO 2024 October 21 -23
https://nygeo.growthzoneapp.com/ap/Events/Register/VLzy31bP?mode=Attendee
2025 IGSHPA Annual Conference March 11 – 13
https://igshpa.org/2025-igshpa-annual-conference/
World Geothermal Congress 2026
More here: https://www.lovegeothermal.org/iga-announces-calgary-as-host-city-for-world-geothermal-congress-2026/ and https://geothermal.org/events/world-geothermal-congress-2026
September 13, 2024 – Energy Efficiency Alliance PA Contractor Network call. 8:00-9:00 a.m.
An offering from KEEA.
The Energy Efficiency Alliance and the Building Performance Association are pleased to invite you to the next quarterly PA Contractor Network call. Please free free to share this with your Trade Ally Networks and others who may be interested.
Friday September 13, 8 – 9 a.m. – registration requested; no charge and open to all contractors.
Register here: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_Z8p8ZAw7QE6Aq9Ba46Gtbw?amp_device_id=e0833599-036e-4a53-ba15-4e50865fc640#/registration
PA energy efficiency and HVAC contractors are invited to join KEEA. These peer-run quarterly calls are to learn more about industry and policy developments that affect your work, from federal incentives and tax benefits to workforce training opportunities.
September 10-November 26, 2024 – Building Operator Certification Level I through Pennsylvania College w/ funding option from PPL
Building Operator Certification Level I through Pennsylvania College w/ funding option from PPL. Online course from September 10 – November 26, 2024.
Learn more and REGISTER.
October 15, 2024 – Engineering, Manufacturing and IT Jobs Fair at Penn State Great Valley – 2-5:00 p.m.
Are you a SEI board member currently hiring at your company in any of the following roles: Product Design Engineer, Process Engineer, Quality Control Engineer, Lean Engineer, Supply Chain Engineer, Data Analyst, A.I. positions and shop floor personnel?
Non-board members may register beginning next week.
Help us spread the word to college students and other appropriate job seekers using the same link.
October 15 | 2-5:00 p.m. | Penn State University, Great Valley
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/engineering-manufacturing-and-it-job-fair-tickets-949301104157?aff=oddtdtcreator
September 17-18, 2024 – KEEA & EEA-NJ’s 2024 Policy Conference
KEEA & EEA-NJ’s 2024 Policy Conference, “Policy in Action!”, is right around the cover! They will feature 30+ speakers covering PA and NJ energy efficiency programs, decarbonization, DERs, contractor conversations, and much more. This two-day event takes place September 17-18 in King of Prussia, PA. You can learn more about the conference at keealliance.org/policy-in-action.
July 16, 2024 – Cutting Costs and Emissions: IRA Webinar – 10:30-11:30 a.m.
From ReImagine Appalachia. This event will show you what is available and how you may save money and the environment through the Inflation Reduction Act. Learn more about this offering below.
What: Cutting Costs and Emissions: Inflation Reduction Act Webinar featuring Special Guest Congresswoman Houlahan
When: Tuesday, July 16th from 10:30 – 11:30 AM ET
Where: On Zoom! Register Here to receive the link to join
