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Leveraging Energy Savings Performance Contracting for Sustainable Campus Revitalization

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Join Laura Carpenter from the Department of Energy’s State and Community Energy Programs and Mike Hines, Director of Education Initiatives at Trane, for an insightful 30-minute Ed Talk on the transformative potential of Energy Savings Performance Contracting (ESPC) as a strategic tool for revitalizing aging campus infrastructure.

Laura will explore how ESPCs can be effectively leveraged to reduce energy usage and emissions, thereby supporting sustainability goals, enhancing the overall campus environment, and maximizing value for universities. Additionally, university leaders will learn about the Department of Energy’s ESPC Campaign and receive valuable resources to implement ESPC programs on their campuses. When combined with other incentives, an ESPC can significantly expand a university’s ability to meet critical facility needs.

Mike will bring in practical experience with administering ESPCs and share examples of successful ESPC engagements. Attendees will gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits of ESPC, including cost savings, improved energy efficiency, and the long-term positive impact on institutional sustainability initiatives.

Key Takeaways: 

  • How to leverage ESPCs to reduce energy usage and emissions on your campuses
  • Valuable resources to help leaders implement the Department of Energy’s ESPC Campaign
  • Successful ESPC programs that have produced cost savings, improved energy efficiency, and boosted sustainability initiatives
  • Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how to turn energy challenges into opportunities for growth and innovation.

Webinar Details

Date: Monday, December 16, 2024 

Time: 2pm EST

Duration: 30 minutes

Meet the Speakers

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Laura Carpenter, Advisor for Partnerships and Technical Assistance, Office of State and Community Energy Programs, U.S. Department of Energy

Laura Carpenter is an Advisor for Partnerships and Technical Assistance in DOE's Office of State and Community Energy Programs, where she helps public institutions in the municipal and state governments, universities and colleges, schools and hospitals (MUSH) market successfully establish and implement energy savings performance contracting projects and programs by developing tools and resources to support best practices and provide solutions to common barriers. Prior to joining DOE, Laura led the energy services division of an engineering consultancy where she oversaw the development and execution of energy efficiency projects for commercial customers. Laura holds a Master's of Public Policy from Georgetown University. 





Michael Hines, Education Leader, Trane

Michael is responsible for leading Trane’s educational offerings and initiatives for the United States and Canada. Trane’s holistic programs support infrastructure and energy solutions, including providing pathways for students to help provide awareness and skill acquisition for all students in secondary and post-secondary education. Mike heads strategic educational offerings and initiatives, helping school districts meet their goals of providing a quality education that will allow students to thrive in the workplace and their community.

Mike has spent over thirty years serving educators trying to help optimize the learning experience for students and teachers. Mike holds a bachelor’s degree in finance from the University of Wyoming and an MBA from the University of Nebraska.

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