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SUMMARY:AEE TRACK DAY
DESCRIPTION:AEE-TrackDay-2024Download\n\n\n\nPlease join us for a day at the races. This is our annual fun event to kick off our Fall season. Ticket holders receive admission\, lunch (burgers/hot dogs and snacks)\, and refreshments. Feel free to bring your own cooler to share adult beverages. \n\n\n\nTickets will be held at will call. If purchasing multiple General Admission tickets\, please add each individual name to the ticket order. \n\n\n\nThis year we are requesting sponsors\, who’s funding will help us provide reduced costs on future events and free PDH credits. \n\n\n\nNote that the rain date will be the following day.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/aee-track-day-3/
LOCATION:Saratoga Race Track\, 267 Union Avenue\, Saratoga Springs\, New York\, 12866
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SUMMARY:Nuclear Fusion: Powering the Future of Energy Generation
DESCRIPTION:Jackie Farnsworth from Commonwealth Fusion Systems (CFS) will be presenting at our first Fall Event for 2024! CFS is at the forefront of transforming power generation through nuclear fusion. Founded in 2018 as a spin-off from MIT\, CFS is developing compact fusion power plants that promise to deliver clean\, abundant\, and cost-effective energy. Their innovative approach utilizes high-temperature superconducting (HTS) magnets in their SPARC project\, aiming to achieve net energy gain from fusion reactions. This breakthrough technology is set to pave the way for ARC\, the first commercially viable fusion power plant\, which could revolutionize the energy industry by providing a sustainable and powerful alternative to traditional fossil fuels. \n\n\n\nJacqueline Farnsworth is a lead systems engineer at CFS\, where she focuses on the design\, build\, and testing of SPARC\, a cutting-edge tokamak aiming to make fusion energy a reality. She started at CFS in 2021 when the project was at the conceptual design phase and has brought SPARC all the way to where it is in the installation phase today.  Previously\, she worked in facility commissioning and the automotive industry\, developing expertise in systems integration and deployment. She now uses that diverse expertise in advancing fusion technology and creating a sustainable energy future.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn style event will be hosted by our partners CHA Consulting\, Inc at 3 Winners Circle in Albany. AEE CR would also like to thank both CHA and NYSSPE for sponsoring the PDH credits for this event.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/nuclear-fusion-powering-the-future-of-energy-generation/
LOCATION:CHA Consulting\, Inc\, 3 winners circle\, Albany\, New York\, 12205\, United States
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SUMMARY:ASHRAE 15 and VRF A2L Refrigerant Design
DESCRIPTION:Jason Filler from F.W Webb will be presenting on ASHRAE Standard 15 which reviews the standards to ensure the safe design\, construction\, installation and operation of refrigeration systems. The presentation will cover the latest updates for A2L refrigerants\, their impact on VRF equipment\, design and the best practices for compliance in VRF systems. \n\n\n\nJason Filler is a leading Sales Engineer with F.W. Webb\, where he specializes in geothermal and VRF projects and high-efficiency HVAC solutions. With over a decade of expertise\, Jason has been instrumental in designing and retrofitting geothermal systems in educational institutions\, particularly in K-12 schools and universities. His extensive work includes collaborating with design engineers to integrate advanced heat pump and heat recovery chiller systems that support sustainable\, energy-conscious environments.\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn style event will be hosted by our partners National Grid at 1125 Broadway\, Menands\, NY. AEE CR would also like to thank both CHA and NYSSPE for sponsoring the PDH credits for this event.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/ashrae-15-and-vrf-a2l-refrigerant-design/
LOCATION:National Grid\, 1125 Broadway\, Menands\, New York\, 12204\, United States
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SUMMARY:Tour of Energy Catalyst's Troy Factory
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to a comprehensive tour of the Energy Catalyst’s Troy Factory. Our visit will begin with a 30-minute presentation on the innovative Heat Pump product by The Energy Catalyst\, highlighting their unique position in the industry. This will be followed by a brief Q&A session with Matt Desmarais\, the Founder of Energy Catalyst. \n\n\n\nPresentation Learning Objectives: \n\n\n\n\nUnderstanding multi-condenser refrigeration technology and the refrigeration cycle.\n\n\n\nBest practices for retrofitting existing buildings with water source heat pumps and geothermal designs.\n\n\n\nInsights into the heat pump manufacturing processes.\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nFollowing the presentation\, we will tour the factory floor\, where you will witness a live demonstration of a heat pump in action. Attendees will have the opportunity to observe the manufacturing line\, including the process of making a twister. The tour will also feature a look at the grouting equipment used in the geothermal industry. \n\n\n\nApproved for 1.5 PDH. \n\n\n\n4:30 to 6pm Happy hour location TBD. \n\n\n\nTour sponsored by NYSPE Capital District\, and PDH sponsored by CHA. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nMatthew is a 2013 graduate of Clarkson University\, with degree in Mechanical Engineering. After working in the HVAC industry in NY for 4 years\, he worked internationally for EcoGreen Energy in France\, Spain and Belgium as an industrial energy recovery engineer and project developer. Notable projects include Stella Artois Brewery\, Coca Cola and Valeo. Matt started Energy Catalyst in 2019 and has presented at NY GEO\, Association of Energy Engineers and The American Society of Heating\, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE) on the topics of geothermal and high efficiency technologies. Energy Catalyst is a proud member of IGSHPA and is a NYSERDA Certified Approved Geothermal Contractor. Energy Catalyst was a NYGEO Top Job Finalist in 2022 and contest judge in 2023 and 2024.Matthew is a Certified Energy Manager (CEM)\, Certified Energy Auditor (CEA)\, Certified Measurement and Verification Professional (CMVP)\, and has a EIT with intention to take the Professional Engineering exam in the next 6 months. Matt has filed 2 utility patents in geothermal and heat pump technology.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/tour-of-energy-catalysts-troy-factory/
LOCATION:Energy Catalyst Technologies\, 60 113th Street\, Troy\, New York\, 12182\, United States
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SUMMARY:NY-GEO & AEE Capital Region - Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:We are excited to invite you to a special networking event hosted by the AEE Capital Region Chapter\, in association with the NY Geo Conference.  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nThis Happy Hour Networking Event invites attendees of the NY-GEO conference to come out and network with AEE Capital Region chapter members. Food\, which has graciously been sponsored by F.W. Webb\, and Drinks will be provided with a general admission ticket.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/ny-geo-aee-capital-region-networking-event/
LOCATION:Spa City Tap and Barrel\, 13 Caroline St\, Saratoga Springs\, New York\, 12866\, United States
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SUMMARY:Industrial Heat Pumps - Piller
DESCRIPTION:Caldwell Reed from Piller TSC Blower Corporation will present on Industrial Heat Pumps. The presentation will focus on the profitable decarbonization of steam driven industrial processes showcasing multiple case studies that resulted in reduced energy consumption\, lower operating costs and short payback periods. \n\n\n\nCaldwell Reed has spent over a decade helping industrial-scale end users implement capital improvement projects as a Process Engineer\, Project Manager and Sales Manager\, and has excelled in delivering innovative solutions. In his current role as Vice President of Sales & Project Management for Piller TSC Blower Corporation\, Caldwell and his team are a valuable asset for industrial producers that want to profitably reduce their Scope 1 Emissions. As an advocate for thermal energy decarbonization\, he strives to drive growth within the industry through heat recovery with Mechanical Vapor Compression.\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn style event will be hosted by our partners CHA Consulting\, Inc at 3 Winners Circle\, Albany\, NY\, 12205. AEE CR would also like to thank both CHA and NYSSPE for sponsoring the PDH credits for this event.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/industrial-heat-pumps-piller/
LOCATION:CHA Consulting\, Inc\, 3 Winners Circle\, Albany\, New York\, 12205\, United States
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SUMMARY:6th Annual AEE Track Day
DESCRIPTION:Come Join us for a networking day at the Saratoga Race Track for AEE Capital Region’s 6th Annual Track Day! A special Thank You to our sponsors: F.W. Webb\, J.W. Danforth Company\, and Tech Valley Engineering pllc. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nWe’ve stepped it up this time and gotten the Big Red Spring Tent for this event! Please see the link below for the exact location of the tent. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nFor more information about parking and the facility: https://www.nyra.com/saratoga/visit/grounds-map/ \n\n\n\nSchedule \n\n\n\n\n12:30 PM AEE Track Day Event Kick-off and Lunch\n\n\n\n1:10PM Post time of Race 1 \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nEvent is Sold Out! Thank you to everyone who signed up\, we look forward to seeing you Thursday! \n\n\n\nNote: Ticket pick-up instructions will be e-mailed to attendees before the event
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/aee-6th-annual-track-day/
LOCATION:Saratoga Race Track\, 267 Union Avenue\, Saratoga Springs\, New York\, 12866
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SUMMARY:Wastewater Energy Transfer - SHARC
DESCRIPTION:Aaron Miller from SHARC  will present on Wastewater Energy Transfer systems. Wastewater represents one of the most underutilized renewable thermal resources within our communities and facilities. This session introduces SHARC Energy’s Wastewater Energy Transfer (WET) systems—engineered to harvest and reuse the inherent thermal value of municipal\, commercial\, and onsite wastewater as both a heat source and heat sink for space conditioning and domestic hot water. Through detailed case studies\, including district energy networks\, affordable housing retrofits\, and institutional facilities\, attendees will explore system architectures and integration with geothermal\, heat pumps\, and other hydronic systems driving measurable carbon and cost reductions across the built environment. \n\n\n\n\n\nAaron Miller is a seasoned professional with extensive experience working on both sides of the energy meter. He has spent the last decade focused primarily on deploying deep energy efficiency retrofits in multi-family residential\, commercial\, and industrial buildings across the United States and Canada. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn style event will be hosted by our partners CHA Consulting\, Inc at 3 Winners Circle\, Albany\, NY\, 12205. AEE CR would also like to thank both CHA and NYSSPE for sponsoring the PDH credits for this event.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/wastewater-energy-transfer-sharc/
LOCATION:CHA Consulting\, Inc\, 3 winners circle\, Albany\, New York\, 12205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Introducing ZEOS-AI (The Operating System for Building Compliance and Energy Optimization) - ReWire
DESCRIPTION:Lee Evans will be presenting on the use of AI-powered software and hands-on energy advisory services to simplify the entire clean-energy journey—from understanding your carbon footprint to implementing solar\, batteries\, EV\, and efficiency projects. Come and learn about the emerging role of AI-enabled RTEM & DER Orchestration and how they are essential to scaling savings\, compliance\, and decarbonization. The presentation will also take a look into real world case studies to demonstrate how the platform translates data into action. \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nOur presenter\, Lee Evans\, is the Head of Business Development for ReWire Group. Lee is a clean energy business development executive with more than a decade of experience advancing energy efficiency\, EV charging infrastructure\, community solar\, rooftop solar\, and energy management technology across the Northeast. Co-founder of ReWire and architect of its customer acquisition and strategic partnership model. Known for making complex energy topics accessible and building high-trust relationships with multifamily\, commercial\, mixed-use\, and faith-based organizations. Has occasionally spoken at clean-energy events and served on industry panels. Earlier career includes senior leadership roles at GlaxoSmithKline where he developed expertise in strategy\, execution\, and team development. \n\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n\n\nThis Lunch & Learn style event will be hosted by our partners CHA Consulting\, Inc at 3 Winners Circle\, Albany\, NY\, 12205. AEE CR would also like to thank both CHA and NYSSPE for sponsoring the PDH credits for this event.
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/introducing-zeos-ai-the-operating-system-for-building-compliance-and-energy-optimization-rewire/
LOCATION:CHA Consulting\, Inc\, 3 winners circle\, Albany\, New York\, 12205\, United States
CATEGORIES:Monthly Meeting
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SUMMARY:Builder's Bonanza - Joint Networking Event
DESCRIPTION:Calling AEE members: Come out to this fun and exciting Networking event in collaboration with: ASHRAE\, ASPE\, NAWIC\, & SFPE!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSponsorship Opportunities are available! Use the QR Code Below:
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/builders-bonanza-joint-networking-event/
LOCATION:APEX Entertainment – Crossgates Mall\, 1 Crossgates Mall Rd\, Albany\, New York\, 12203\, United States
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SUMMARY:NY-ISO Control Room Tour
DESCRIPTION:Event Sold Out!  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nAEE Capital Region | Exclusive Tour: NY-ISO Control Room\n\n\n\nJoin the Association of Energy Engineers Capital Region Chapter for a rare\, behind-the-scenes look at the nerve center of New York State’s electric grid — the New York Independent System Operator (NY-ISO) Control Room. \n\n\n\nThis exclusive guided tour offers energy professionals an extraordinary opportunity to see firsthand how New York’s bulk electric system is monitored\, managed\, and dispatched in real time. As grid complexity grows with the rapid integration of renewable energy\, demand response\, and distributed resources\, understanding how the ISO balances supply and demand across the state has never been more relevant to our work as energy engineers and managers. \n\n\n\nDuring the tour\, participants will observe the Control Room operations floor\, learn how grid operators respond to generation changes\, transmission constraints\, and system emergencies\, and gain insight into the tools and systems that keep the lights on for millions of New Yorkers. NY-ISO staff will guide the group through the facility and be on hand to answer questions about grid operations\, energy markets\, and the evolving challenges of New York’s clean energy transition. \n\n\n\nSpace is extremely limited for this event — registration is required and spots will fill quickly. This event is open to AEE members and invited guests. \n\n\n\nDon’t miss this one-of-a-kind opportunity to see the grid from the inside. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nNew York Independent System Operator (NY-ISO)\n\n\n\n10 Krey Boulevard\, Rensselaer\, NY 12144 \n\n\n\nThe New York Independent System Operator is the nonprofit organization responsible for operating New York State’s bulk electricity grid and administering its wholesale electricity markets. Founded in 1999\, NY-ISO manages the flow of electricity across more than 11\,000 miles of high-voltage transmission lines\, ensuring reliable\, safe\, and competitive power delivery to the state’s approximately 20 million residents and businesses. \n\n\n\nLocated in Rensselaer — just across the Hudson River from downtown Albany — the NY-ISO headquarters houses the state-of-the-art Control Room from which operators monitor grid conditions and dispatch resources around the clock\, 365 days a year. The facility is purpose-built for reliability and redundancy\, and the Control Room itself serves as the operational command center for one of the most complex and rapidly evolving electric grids in the nation. \n\n\n\nParking is available on site. Attendees should be prepared to present a valid photo ID upon arrival. No photography is permitted inside the facility. Please arrive promptly\, as the group will be escorted as a unit. \n\n\n\nPlease note that for this event:\n\n\n\n-First 30 minutes check-in and ID \n\n\n\n-RSVP by April 10th \n\n\n\n-limited to 30 attendees  \n\n\n\nBe sure to arrive at 9:30 \, the tour starts promptly at 10:00am and check in will be required 15 minutes prior. \n\n\n\nUS Nationals will be required to provide valid Government Issued photo IDNon – US Nationals would be required to provide Valid Passport
URL:https://aeecapitalregion.com/event/ny-iso-control-room-tour/
LOCATION:NY-ISO\, 10 Krey Blvd\, Rensselaer\, New York\, 12144\, United States
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