TRACK SEVEN
Climate Change: The Call to Action
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Track Chair: William Moomaw, PhD, Tufts University
Northeast Regional Impacts of Global Climate Change
11-12:30 Wednesday March 14
Session Chair: William Moomaw, PhD, Tufts University
Session Speakers:
Roberta Hotinski, PhD, Carbon Mitigation Initiative - Princeton Environmental Institute
James J. McCarthy, PhD, Harvard University
Level: Entry
The opening session of the climate track will set the context of climate change and its implications. Leading climate scientist, James McCarthy will explain how our current patterns of energy use contribute to accelerating climate change, and will illustrate some of the major changes that scientists are observing. The second speaker, Roberta Hotinski will then introduce the participants to “wedge analysis” which provides a sense of the total reduction needed in heat trapping emissions, and how much can be achieved by each of our favorite technology and efficiency options
Carbon Reduction in the Building Sector
2-3:30 Wednesday March 14
Session Chair: Marc Breslow, Massachusetts Climate Action Network
Session Speakers:
Bill Prindle, American Council for an Energy-Efficient Economy (ACEEE)
John Plunkett, Green Energy Economics Group
Level: TBA
This session will present the RGGI program's efficiency modeling analysis that shows how energy efficiency can greatly reduce RGGI's costs as well as how further program expenditures and activity can provide deeper reductions as shown by intentions in Vermont and California. Also to be discussed will be policy design issues, including how efficiency can be used effectively in a power sector cap and trade program.
Climate Change: Strategies in the Northeast
4-5:30 Wednesday March 14
Session Chair: Erika Morgan, Maine Energy Investment Corporation
Session Speakers:
Peter Frumhoff, PhD, Union of Concerned Scientists
Beth Nagusky, Governor's Office of Energy Independence and Security, Maine
James Marzilli, Jr., Massachusetts Legislature
Level: Intermediate
This session will examine Climate Change Strategies in the Northeast from the diverse perspectives of a scientist, an energy planner and a legislator. They will offer their input on the climate change impacts on the Northeast and what strategies can be employed to mitigate the effects.
Designing and Building a Zero Emissions House
8:30-10:00 Thursday March 15
Session Chair: William Moomaw, PhD, Tufts University
Session Speakers:
William Moomaw, PhD, Tufts University
Margot S. Moomaw, Consultant
Bruce Coldham, AIA, Coldham Architects
Marc Rosenbaum, PE, Energysmiths
Steve Haskins, Haskins Construction
Level: Intermediate, Advanced
This session brings together the individuals involved in requesting, planning, designing, building, and living in a zero net energy/ low-emissions home. You will hear from the homeowners, architect, engineer and builder about their specific concerns, solutions, and challenges. The participants will discuss the following aspects: developing goals and priorities for the house; design strategy of combining energy efficient design and low demand with passive solar and renewables; designing and achieving a high performance envelope; challenges for the builder; and the energy performance, health implications and functionality of the completed design.
Climate Change and Sustainability:
Some Big-Picture Viewpoints
10:30-12:00 Thursday March 15
Session Chair: Steven Winter, FAIA, Steven Winter Associates
Session Speakers:
Deane M. Evans, New Jersey Institute of Technology
Harvey M. Bernstein, F.ASCE, McGraw-Hill Construction
Level: Intermediate
The session will look at the relationship of sustainability and climate change and examine what steps can be taken to minimize the carbon footprint of buildings which, in one way or another, make up the largest single sector for the use of energy which drives greenhouse gas emissions.
UK Innovations for a Changing Climate
2-3:30 Thursday March 15
Session Chair: Kirsten Chambers, UK Trade and Investment
Session Speakers:
The Lord Corbett of Castle Vale
The Rt. Hon. Greg Knight, MP
Adam Brown, UK Govt Renewable Energy Sector Specialist
Solitaire Townsend, Futerra, UK
Level: Entry, Intermediate
Join us as we focus on United Kingdom innovation and leadership in Climate Change & Energy Efficiency, and explore business opportunities for US companies in the UK market. The Lord Corbett of Castle Vale and The Rt. Hon. Greg Knight, MP will discuss the Stern Review and the role of Government in driving forward a green agenda while maintaining economic growth. Adam Brown, UK Govt Renewable Energy specialist will highlight trans-Atlantic business opportunities in renwables and energy efficiency and Solitaire Townsend will share Climate Change communication techniques to enable broadcast of your company's climate change agenda in a positive manner.
National Security and Climate Security:
The Case for Integrated Climate and Energy Action
4-5:30 Thursday March 15
Session Chair: Nancy Hazard, Consultant
Session Speakers:
Sonia W. Hamel, Office for Commonwealth Development
Joel N. Gordes, Environmental Energy Solutions
Rob Sargent, USPIRG: The National Association of State PIRGs
Level: Entry
The environmental community has long been a champion for reducing greenhouse gases to mitigate climate change, but, in fact, the measures that protect the climate are also ones that strengthen our national energy security, build our communities and bring new job opportunities to enhance our economy. Far from being a drain on the economy, in the big picture, well thought-out action will improve our national security and our economic well being over time. This session will focus on developing a game plan for how we might better develop a larger approach to climate protection and to convey these connections to encourage non-traditional groups to support of climate action.