September 2009 – Energy
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Efficient Energy: giving your business the power to be green
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One of QWESTNet's largest forums was hosted at the RNA showgrounds on 18 September 2009 in partnership with the Australian Institute of Energy. Around 130 delegates were given a broad overview on the vast topic of 'Energy' and were given the chance to explore the Going Green Expo.
The day focused on a few key topics, including solar power, improving energy efficiency as well as some handy information on the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme and the Clean Energy Innovation Centre. The 'take-home' messages of the day included the concept of 'cost avoidance' through improved efficiency rather than 'cost saving' as a means of offsetting the future increased cost of electricity.
Disclaimer: The presentation of a service, product or technology does not constitute endorsement of any kind by the department or Queensland Government.
Partner Presentation
Dr Andrew Dicks
Australian Institute of Energy
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Dr Andrew Dicks, Australian Institute of Energy
Andrew gives an overview on the use of Energy today and in the future. He introduces the Australian Institute of Energy and its functions and activities.
Technology Presentations
Prof. John Bell
Solar Power
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Prof John Bell, Queensland University of Technology (QUT)
John discusses solar energy and its role in the energy system. John also provides practical information about how businesses can start utilising solar photovoltaic (PV) power generation, the options currently available and how solar can ultimately pay for itself.
Ken Hickson
Buying Green Power
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Ken Hickson, ABC Carbon
Ken's presentation explores the savings achieved by Green Power since its inception and addresses common Green Power misconceptions. Specifically Ken outlines how much greenhouse gas pollution can be saved when households and businesses use Green Power and explains why buying and using Green Power is not the total solution to climate change.
Dr Keith Watts
Demand Side Management
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Dr Keith Watts, Watt Utilities
Keith explains what demand-side management of electricity use is and why, as prices for electricity are set to soar and energy conservation and greenhouse gas abatement have become major issues, end-users should be practising this form of energy management. Suggestions are made as to when it should be applied and how and where it should be applied. Who should do it, actions taken to date at all levels and results are also discussed.
Case Studies
John Moynihan
Improving Energy Efficiency
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John Moynihan, Ecolateral
As part of Boutique Projects, John designed and constructed a number of solar passive, well ventilated, fit for purpose, low energy demand homes. In this presentation, John provides the case study of one home that considered first design principals such as energy conservation and demand management. The home has 2 kW monocrystaline roof integrated PVs which, over the past 7 years, has achieved significant energy savings for the owner.
Prof. Jim Smith
Energy Efficient Building
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Prof Jim Smith, Bond University Mirvac School of Sustainable Development
Completed in 2008, the School of Sustainable Development is the country’s first 6-star- rated green education project. As a ‘pilot’ for future green education buildings, Jim's presentation summarises the important construction and building systems that contribute to the premier green rating and energy conservation.
Pat Maguire
Energy Performance Contracting
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Pat Maguire, Carbon Management Unit, Queensland Health
Pat's presentation explains why Energy Performance Contracting is Queensland Health's preferred methodology for managing electricity usage and risk reduction. Although Queensland Health has achieved financial gains with the project, Pat points out that this is not a solution to meet all needs.
Edgy Info
Troy Harrison
Renewable Energy and the CPRS
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Troy Harrison, Chamber of Commerce and Industry Queensland
Troy's presentation provides an overview of the potential impact an Emissions Trading Scheme (ETS) and the Carbon Pollution Reduction Scheme (CPRS) will have on renewable power production . Troy also discusses how householders and businesses purchasing green power may impact emission reduction targets under the upcoming CPRS.
Alex Blauensteiner
Clean Energy Innovation Centre
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Alex Blauensteiner, Australian Institute for Commercialisation
Alex provides an overview of the government funded services available through the Australian Institute for Commercialisation (AIC) and other partners. The AIC programs outlined in this presentation assist businesses with both the commercialisation of clean energy related solutions and to identify, assess and adopt new technologies or capabilities to address energy challenges.
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Last reviewed 29 November 2011
Last updated 5 October 2009