OPERATIONS & PERFORMANCE: 300-level
SESSION 11
DATE // START TIME // ROOM NUMBER:
Wednesday, September 29, 2010 – 2:00pm – Metro 2C
ABSTRACT:
A panel of labor training leaders and a university instructor presents practical operational upgrades that enable operations staff to increase building performance,
MODERATOR:
James Barry, Thomas Shortman Training Fund, Local 32BJ
SPEAKERS:
Zach Stern, Instructor, Local 94 Operating Engineers
Anthony Zotto, Thomas Shortman Training Fund, Local 32BJ
Michael Bobker, Director, CUNY High Performance Building Lab
Jenny Carney, Director, YRG Sustainability
DESCRIPTION:
Many leaders in the energy efficiency industry have championed operations and maintenance (O&M) as the most effective means to increase efficiency and reduce carbon emissions in existing buildings. In fact, according to The Department of Energy, well-executed O&M programs can save 5%-20% on annual energy bills without significant capital investments.
This panel, including labor management training fund representatives and a university instructor will present practical operational upgrades that increase building performance. While this panel does not specifically address steps to LEED for Existing Buildings: Operations and Maintenance certification, it provides insight into how staff can implement changes to improve building performance.
