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SUMMARY:Energy Action Day - Healthy Homes and Sustainable Rides
DESCRIPTION:Join MEC for a fun-filled day where you can learn how to save money at home and on the road!\nJoin MEC at our Project Living Proof (PLP) demo home on Saturday\, October 1\, 10am – 2pm where we will be celebrating Energy Efficiency Month and National Drive Electric Week. See below for the list of activities that will be taking place at the event. We hope to see you there! \n\n\n\n• Electric vehicle showcase in the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center parking lot (behind PLP)\n• Tours of PLP\, a historic home that has been retrofitted with energy efficient systems to prove that energy efficient updates to older homes are possible and affordable\n• Koosharina\, a local Egyptian food truck\, will be present with meat and vegetarian fare\n• Lastly\, but certainly not least\, Ajia Morris with The Greenline Initiative will speak about Environmental Justice\, what is happening in Kansas City\, and how you can get involved at 11am in the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center\n\n\n\n  \nWHAT: Energy Action Day with MEC: Healthy Homes and Sustainable RidesWHEN: Saturday\, October 1\, 10am-2pm with speakers beginning at 11amWHERE: Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver II Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO 64110 \nAdditional activities and actions you can take at Energy Action Day:\n\n• Interact with electric vehicle (EV) experts about what’s available in Kansas City to drive electric. Take home a list of EV and plug-in hybrids that are available today. \n• Take away tax credit information from the Inflation Reduction Act to upgrade your home’s efficiency and health\, or to purchase or lease an electric vehicle. \n• Sign up for an energy walk through of your home with Community Action Agency of Greater Kansas City.*\n• Speak to Kansas City MO’s Health Department about their Healthy Homes Rental Inspection Program and sign up for an assessment.*\n• Have fun with a dynamic insulation display and learn more about how air sealing adds comfort to your home with insulation expert Mike O’Connell.  \n• Get help finding a contractor to improve your home or building’s efficiency attributes.   \n• Tour our native plantings and water conservation measures. You can even take home a plant straight from the garden!\n\n*Residents must qualify under respective requirements to participate in the program.  \n\n \nA warm thank you to our event sponsors\, Bukaty Companies\, RE-AMP Network\, Plug In America\, and Electrify America!\n\n  \n\n \nMeet Our Guest Speaker\nAjia Morris\, Founder & CEO of The Greenline Initiative (she/her)\n– Architect of urban economies– Aggregator of social investment funds– Focused on uplifting historically excluded communities– Game-changer– 20 to Know in Commercial Real Estate \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-action-day-healthy-homes-and-sustainable-rides/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Clean Transportation,Energy Benchmarking,Energy Codes,Energy Efficiency,EV,Project Living Proof
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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SUMMARY:Case Studies in Appraising Green Residential Buildings - Continued Education Course
DESCRIPTION:This continued education course is sponsored by Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) and will go over different case studies of appraising residential green buildings\, and the best practices to use when appraising these types of residential buildings. \n\n\n\nThis class will last for 9 hours\, with 7 hours dedicated to the course\, 1 hour for lunch\, and 1 hour for a wrap-up exam. Registration includes coffee\, continental breakfast and lunch.  NO BOOKS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT CLASS. Please download class materials PRIOR to start of class. Course material can be found in the registration link below\, and will be sent out when registered. This course will also cost $85 to register and you can pay using the registration link. \n\n\n\nWhen: September 15th\, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM \n\n\n\nWhere: Plexpod Westport Commons – 300 East 39th Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64111 – Room 1M \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSandra K. Adomatis\, SRA VICE PRESIDENT \n\n\n\nSandra K. Adomatis\, SRA\, of Punta Gorda\, Florida\, is the 2022 vice president of the Appraisal Institute. Her one-year term as vice president will be followed by one year each as president-elect in 2023 and president in 2024. She will serve on AI’s Executive Committee and the policy-setting Board of Directors all four years. She also serves as chair the Finance Committee in 2022 and will serve as chair of the National Nominating Committee in 2025. \n\n\n\nAdomatis is a real estate appraiser and consultant of Adomatis Appraisal Service in Punta Gorda. She is also an Appraisal Institute instructor\, developer of seminars and courses\, The Appraisal Journal article author\, contributor to textbooks and author of “Residential Green Valuation Tools.” Additionally\, she is a national spokesperson to state and federal government agencies\, energy organizations\, REALTOR groups\, state coalitions\, national and local homebuilder groups and utility companies. Adomatis contributed to the 2011 “Appraisal Institute Residential Green and Energy Efficient Addendum\,” and to the 2014 “Appraisal Institute Commercial Green and Energy Efficient Addendum.” Internationally\, she is also working with Canada to adopt the AI “Green and Energy Efficient Addendum” to their residential properties.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/case-studies-in-appraising-green-residential-buildings-continued-education-course/
LOCATION:Westport Plexpod\, 300 E 39th St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64111\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance":MAILTO:membership@mwalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220915T170000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Green Buildings: Principles and Concepts - Continued Education Course
DESCRIPTION:This continued education course is sponsored by Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) and will go over the principle and concepts that go into the construction of a new green building\, as well as the techniques to updating an existing building. \n\n\n\nThis class will last for 9 hours\, with 7 hours dedicated to the course\, 1 hour for lunch\, and 1 hour for a wrap-up exam. Registration includes coffee\, continental breakfast and lunch.  NO BOOKS WILL BE AVAILABLE AT CLASS. Please download class materials PRIOR to start of class. Course material can be found in the registration link below\, and will be sent out when registered. This course will also cost $85 to register and you can pay using the registration link. \n\n\n\nWhen: September 15th\, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM \n\n\n\nWhere: Plexpod Westport Commons – 300 East 39th Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64111 – Room 1M \n\n\n\n\n\n\nMeet Your Presenter\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nSandra K. Adomatis\, SRA VICE PRESIDENT – Click Here to Learn More \n\n\n\nSandra K. Adomatis\, SRA\, of Punta Gorda\, Florida\, is the 2022 vice president of the Appraisal Institute. Her one-year term as vice president will be followed by one year each as president-elect in 2023 and president in 2024. She will serve on AI’s Executive Committee and the policy-setting Board of Directors all four years. She also serves as chair the Finance Committee in 2022 and will serve as chair of the National Nominating Committee in 2025. \n\n\n\nAdomatis is a real estate appraiser and consultant of Adomatis Appraisal Service in Punta Gorda. She is also an Appraisal Institute instructor\, developer of seminars and courses\, The Appraisal Journal article author\, contributor to textbooks and author of “Residential Green Valuation Tools.” Additionally\, she is a national spokesperson to state and federal government agencies\, energy organizations\, REALTOR groups\, state coalitions\, national and local homebuilder groups and utility companies. Adomatis contributed to the 2011 “Appraisal Institute Residential Green and Energy Efficient Addendum\,” and to the 2014 “Appraisal Institute Commercial Green and Energy Efficient Addendum.” Internationally\, she is also working with Canada to adopt the AI “Green and Energy Efficient Addendum” to their residential properties.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/introduction-to-green-buildings-principles-and-concepts-continued-education-course/
LOCATION:Westport Plexpod\, 300 E 39th St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64111\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance":MAILTO:membership@mwalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220914T133000
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SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking 101 - Fifth Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinar on the below dates to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, Evergy’s “BEAT” program\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc. \n\nSeptember 14th – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM\nOctober 26th – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM\nNovember 16th – 12:30 PM to 1:30 PM\n\n \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-101-fifth-session/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Energy Benchmarking
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220816T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220818T143000
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SUMMARY:Green Transportation Summit and Expo
DESCRIPTION:The Green Transportation Summit and Expo (GTSE) is the West Coast’s premier fleet modernization and sustainable transportation event. GTSE offers attendees an inside look at the latest in fleet technologies and innovation. It provides informative sessions featuring a who’s who of national and regional transportation leaders. \nDuring the three-day event\, MEC and our project partners will present on Wednesday\, Aug. 18 at the session\, Zero-Emission Freight Handling: Making the Case with Electric Yard Trucks. \nWhen: August 16-18\, 2022Where: Greater Tacoma Convention Center – 1500 Commerce Street\, Tacoma\, WA 98402 \n\n\nMeet Your Presenters\n \nDr. XB Hu\, Assistant Professor\, Pennsylvania State University\nDr. XB Hu is an Assistant Professor at Pennsylvania State University in the department of Civil and Environmental Engineering. He directs the SmartMobility lab at PSU. Prior to joining PSU\, he was an Assistant Professor at Missouri University of Science and Technology (Missouri S&T at Rolla MO) between 2017 and 2021. Before that\, he was a founding team member\, and Director of R&D at Metropia Inc. – a university spinoff that develops systems and smartphone apps to reduce traffic congestion. His research focuses in the area of Smart Mobility System\, Dynamic System Modeling\, Active Demand Management\, Autonomous Vehicles\, and Electric Vehicles. \n  \nJason Dake\, Vice President of Legal and Regulatory Affairs\, Orange EV\nJason is responsible for all legal and governmental interactions for Orange EV. Jason has more than 22 years of in-house counsel experience including Senior Legal Counsel (Americas) for Cargotec Holding\, Inc.\, Counsel and Secretary for Cargotec Holding Inc. (including all of its US subsidiaries)\, Deputy General Counsel for DeLaval Inc.\, and General Counsel for Avanex Inc. \n  \n  \n  \n \nJames Telson\, Director of Innovation and Sustainability\, Compass Supply Chain Solutions LLC\nJames Telson is the Director of Innovation and Sustainability for Compass Supply Chain Solutions LLC. With a background in engineering and project management\, James works closely with Lazer Spot Inc. and other industry partners to apply for incentives\, manage projects\, and deploy electric yard terminal tractors throughout the United States. \n  \n  \n  \n \nEmily Wolfe\, Sr. Program Coordinator and Policy Analyst\, Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC)\nEmily Wolfe leads MEC’s policy and advocacy efforts and is the Project Coordinator for the terminal truck electrification project. Prior to joining MEC in 2019\, Emily worked at a health information technology corporation for over six years spending three on their benefits and wellness team. She managed multiple programs and events for employees all over the world. However\, she decided to change her career path and received a master’s degree in Social Work in 2019. \n\n  \n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/green-transportation-summit-expo-2022/
LOCATION:Greater Tacoma Convention Center\, 1500 Commerce Street\, Tacoma\, Washington\, 98402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Transportation,Electrify Heartland,EV
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SUMMARY:Rural Sustainability - EV Charging Stations
DESCRIPTION:When: August 11 at 5:30 p.m. \nWhere: 500 Main Street\, Osawatomie\, KS. \nWhy: The City of Osawatomie is excited to announce a ribbon-cutting ceremony dedicated to Osawatomie’s first set of charging stations made possible through grant funding by Metropolitan Energy Center. The ceremony will begin at 5:30 p.m. on August 11th at 500 Main Street. \nThe ribbon-cutting ceremony will mark the beginning of multiple charging station installations throughout the town. For Osawatomie\, sustainability initiatives made possible by this grant are just the beginning for their town. City Manager Mike Scanlon says\, “It’s nice to be at the front-end of rural economic development regarding EV chargers and vehicles. With the recent announcement of the Panasonic Battery Plant in De Soto\, I believe as a community; we are perfectly placed to leverage the benefits of these new technologies. I believe we can become a national leader in rural sustainability – the field is ours to grab.” \n  \nThe event will feature: \nNick Hampton\, Mayor of Osawatomie \nJeff Bender\, Kansas Department of Wildlife and Parks \nMike Scanlon\, City Manager\, City of Osawatomie \nMiriam Bouallegue\, Program Manager\, Metropolitan Energy Center \n\n\n \nAt Metropolitan Energy Center\, we are excited to partner with the City of Osawatomie to increase the air quality to create healthier and happier communities by supporting electric vehicles. Osawatomie is one of eight cities and businesses partnering with MEC under a $5.2 million grant through the U.S. Department of Energy’s Low Greenhouse Gas (GHG) Vehicle Technologies Research\, Development\, Demonstration\, and Deployment program for electric vehicles and charging stations. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/rural-sustainability-ev-charging-stations/
LOCATION:Osawatomie\, KS\, 500 Main St\, Osawatomie\, Kansas\, 66064\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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SUMMARY:Energy Codes and High Performing Homes
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n \nMEC is partnering with Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) to bring a FREE training course for regional contractors and building industry experts!\nUsing the latest energy code (2021 International Energy Conservation Code) as guidance along with the principles of building science\, this training will focus on code compliance as well as appropriate opportunities to exceed energy code requirements. Beginning with a Top Ten List of design guidelines to a quick building science review\, this session explains the 2021 IECC code requirements for envelopes along with a mechanical section that puts an emphasis on proper ductwork. Finally\, the training will review the code via the concept of a one-page checklist to help ensure proper compliance with its requirements. \nWhen: Thursday\, August 11\, 9am-4pmWhere: Plexpod Westport Commons – 300 East 39th Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64111 – Room 1L \n\n\n\n\n– Top Ten List of High Performance Design \n– Building Science \n– Code Envelope Overview \n– Missouri Energy Code Study \n– Mechanical and Ductwork \n– Inspection Checklist \n\n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\n\n\n– Identify where to focus efforts for a high-performance building design. \n– Understand the basics of building science as they pertain to energy efficiency. \n– Know key code requirements in the residential chapter of the 2009 – 2021 International Energy Conservation Code. \n– Identify best practices in construction and solutions to address common code compliance challenges. \n– Employ a one-page inspection checklist to ensure compliance with major code issues.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-codes-and-high-performing-homes/
LOCATION:Westport Plexpod\, 300 E 39th St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64111\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance":MAILTO:membership@mwalliance.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220810T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220728T231140Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking 101 - Fourth Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n\n\n\nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinar on August 10 (at 12:30pm CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, Evergy’s “BEAT” program\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc \n\n\n\n \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-101-fourth-session/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Energy Benchmarking
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220726T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
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SUMMARY:Building Science: Energy Code Standards & Trends
DESCRIPTION:Are you a local building official or work on building and energy codes? Want to understand the latest standards and trends? Join MEC for a FREE training course!\nCities in our region are in process of adopting more recent energy codes\, so MEC is hosting a FREE building science & energy codes training. The course is valued at $200+ and attendees are eligible for up to 4 Continuing Education Hours. \nThis course provides an overview of the history of the commercial energy codes in the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) and the development of multiple compliance paths. It provides a common understanding of the thermal envelope (including the impact of windows\, doors\, and skylights)\, what is included in insulation installation grading\, and advanced framing techniques. The instructor will also cover heating\, cooling\, and mechanical ventilation systems along with a discussion of the importance of duct tightness. Lighting\, appliance\, and clean energy contributions will also be discussed. \nWhen: Tuesday\, July 26\, 8am-12pmWhere: Plexpod Westport Commons – 300 East 39th Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64111 – Room 1L \n \nMeet Your Instructor\nSharla Riead\, Hathmore Technologies LLC\, EnergySmart Institute\nSharla’s energy and environmental experience began with her first energy audit in 1979 and spans years of progression from working as an energy auditor through construction and installation of solar panels to directorships and management of energy conservation and consulting companies and culminates in her leadership of Hathmore Technologies\, LLC. For over five decades she has performed heat load calculations\, residential energy diagnostics\, solar and alternate energy design\, energy conservation instruction\, contracting\, and consulting. As a Certified Building Analyst and Envelope Specialist\, Sharla assisted hundreds of homeowners with energy retrofit improvement analysis and design. As a Certified Home Energy Rater\, Sharla and her team provide testing\, certification\, and program compliance services for national energy and environmental programs such as ENERGYSTAR\, NAHB Green Build\, US Green Building Council’s LEED® for Homes Program and Federal Energy Tax Credits. Sharla and her company have supported several hundred builders with their Green Building goals.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/new-building-science-energy-code-standards-trends/
LOCATION:Westport Plexpod\, 300 E 39th St\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64111\, United States
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220719T094500
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220714T225020Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220714T225226Z
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SUMMARY:BOMA Metropolitan Kansas City Introduction to MEC
DESCRIPTION:Mary English\, MEC’s Building Performance Program Manager\, will give an overview of MEC to the Building Owners and Managers Association of Metropolitan Kansas City (BOMA Kansas City) on July 19 at 9am via zoom. She will share how MEC serves the CRE industry including: \n\n\n\n– Our role as facilitator/implementer for KCMO’s private building benchmarking ordinance and our free services for building managers. \n\n\n\n– Programs and services that help buildings become more energy efficient and make greenhouse gas reduction a priority. \n\n\n\n– Knowledge sharing of resources outside of MEC that can also help! \n\n\n\nWhen: Tuesday\, July 19\, 9am-9:45amWhere: Zoom
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/new-boma-metropolitan-kansas-city-introduction-to-mec/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T150000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
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SUMMARY:The Great Car Show
DESCRIPTION:The Great Car Show is a benefit car show in support of the Kansas City Automotive Museum. Selling out every year\, this event has seen hundreds of vehicles from all over the Midwest and welcomed thousands of visitors. Metropolitan Energy Center will be hosting our very own panel on electric vehicles and will be facilitating Ride and Drives that will allow attendees to either test drive electric vehicles\, or ride along on these test drives!\n\n\n\n\n\nThe unique venue for a car show contributes to a day full of fun for the whole family! Food trucks\, vendors\, and activities are available for visitors to enjoy. In addition to the car show\, individuals have the opportunity to visit the National WWI Museum and Memorial. \n\n\n\nThis is a paid event with adult tickets costing $5\, all children above the age of 5 will be $2\, and all children that are 5 years old or younger will be admitted for free. We hope to see you there!
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/the-great-car-show/
LOCATION:National WWI Museum and Memorial\, 2 Memorial Dr\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64108\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220713T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220531T212337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T212406Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking 101 - Third Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n \nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinars on May 25\, June 15\, or July 13 (all begin at 11:30am CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc. \n  \n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-101-third-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220531T211833Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220531T211913Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking 101 - Second Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n \nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinars on May 25\, June 15\, or July 13 (all begin at 11:30am CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc. \n  \n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-101-second-session/
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220615T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220616T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220519T195818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220630T165551Z
UID:51862-1655280000-1655380800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Building Science: Energy Code Standards & Trends
DESCRIPTION:  \n\n Are you a local building official or work on building and energy codes? Want to understand the latest standards and trends? Join MEC for a FREE multi-day training course!\n \nCities in our region are in process of adopting more recent energy codes\, so MEC is hosting a FREE building science & energy codes training. The course is valued at $200+ and attendees are eligible for up to 8 Continuing Education Hours. \nThis course will provide an overview of the history of residential energy codes in the IRC and IECC and the development of multiple compliance paths. It provides a common understanding of the thermal envelope\, including the impact of windows\, doors\, and skylights\, what is included in insulation installation grading\, and advanced framing techniques. Heating\, cooling\, and mechanical ventilation systems are also covered along with a discussion of the importance of duct tightness. Lighting\, appliance\, and clean energy contributions are discussed. The role of a HERS Rater as a third-party verifier and the verifications they perform\, as well as what to look for in their reporting is included. Index scores and what they mean\, along with similarities and differences between the HERS Index and the ERI are discussed. \nWhen: June 15 & 16\, 8am-12pmWhere: Plexpod Westport Commons – 300 East 39th Street\, Kansas City\, MO 64111 \n \nIn July there will be a one-day training session on the commercial energy code. Stay tuned for additional details.\nMeet Your Instructor\nSharla Riead\, Hathmore Technologies LLC\, EnergySmart Institute\nSharla’s energy and environmental experience began with her first energy audit in 1979 and spans years of progression from working as an energy auditor through construction and installation of solar panels to directorships and management of energy conservation and consulting companies and culminates in her leadership of Hathmore Technologies\, LLC. For over five decades she has performed heat load calculations\, residential energy diagnostics\, solar and alternate energy design\, energy conservation instruction\, contracting\, and consulting. As a Certified Building Analyst and Envelope Specialist\, Sharla assisted hundreds of homeowners with energy retrofit improvement analysis and design. As a Certified Home Energy Rater\, Sharla and her team provide testing\, certification\, and program compliance services for national energy and environmental programs such as ENERGYSTAR\, NAHB Green Build\, US Green Building Council’s LEED® for Homes Program and Federal Energy Tax Credits. Sharla and her company have supported several hundred builders with their Green Building goals. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/building-science-energy-code-standards-trends/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Energy Codes,Energy Efficiency,Energy Solutions Hub
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220601T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220603T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220523T213404Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220523T213447Z
UID:51930-1654070400-1654275600@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:School Transportation Safety Conference
DESCRIPTION:Are you interested in transportation for schools? Would you like to see what’s new for school transportation?\nThe 2022 School Transportation Safety Conference is scheduled for June 1-3 at Tony’s Pizza Event Center\, Salina\, KS.  The event kicks off on Wednesday\, June 1 with the State Safe Driver Competition\, followed by two days (June 2-3) of educational workshops designed for every person on the school transportation team.  The conference concludes with the association’s annual banquet and awards ceremony on Friday evening. \nOn June 2nd\, our very own Brandt Hertenstein will be guiding listeners through the benefits of Electric School Buses\, and why they are a very feasible path towards reducing the carbon footprint of schools. This presentation will be held at 2:00 P.M. Central Time. This is a paid event\, and you can register by clicking the button below! \n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nMeet Our Presenter\nBrandt Hertenstein\, Program Coordinator & Kansas City Regional Clean Cities Coordinator\nBrandt joined MEC in the fall of 2020 as a Program Coordinator. His focus is in the transportation sector\, specifically advocating for electrification of vehicles and infrastructure development in the Midwest region. He is a Co-Coordinator for the Kansas City Regional Clean Cities Coalition. \nPrior to his position at MEC\, Brandt was a member of Bridging the Gap’s city-wide recycling team. He received his bachelor’s degree in Molecular and Cellular Biology with a minor in Chemistry from the University of Illinois in Urbana-Champaign\, where he also went on to complete his Master’s in Bioenergy. \n  \n  \n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/school-transportation-safety-conference/
LOCATION:Tony’s Pizza Event Center\, Salina\, Kansas\, 67401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Clean Transportation
ORGANIZER;CN="Kansas State Pupil Transportation Association":MAILTO:kspta1970@gmail.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220525T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220509T232217Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T232913Z
UID:51825-1653478200-1653481800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n \nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinars on May 25\, June 15\, or July 13 (all begin at 11:30am CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc. \n  \n\n\n\n  \n  \n  \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-101/
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220430T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220408T154450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T165605Z
UID:51530-1651312800-1651327200@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Earth Day 2022
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate nature\, energy efficiency & clean transportation all in one place: Metropolitan Energy Center’s Project Living Proof\nWe’re marking Earth Day 2022 with a special celebration! Visit Project Living Proof\, our 108-year-old home retrofitted with multiple comprehensive energy-saving systems. Check out the latest in electric cars and talk with their owners. Tour natural wildflower and vegetable gardens with the Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City. Or learn how you can save money for years to come on home energy expenses with cost-effective rebates\, incentives\, and upgrades. There’s something Earthy for everyone\, and it’s all in one place on April 30. \nWith energy prices spiking\, there’s never been a better time to consider home energy upgrades. These can be as simple as a weekend DIY project or as ambitious as large-scale whole-house renovations. And if you’re dealing with sticker shock at the gas pump\, you’ll want to check the advantages of leaving petroleum wholly (or at least partially) behind. Whether your interests are fixed or mobile\, MEC staff and event volunteers will be happy to answer your questions\, suggest additional information and show you around the property. Project Living Proof is a unique regional resource and we hope you’ll be able celebrate Earth Day with us. \nProject Living Proof is located at 917 East Cleaver II Boulevard\, Kansas City\, MO 64110\, just east of the Nelson-Atkins Gallery and west of Troost on the south side of the street. Parking is available just south of the house at the Anita B. Gorman Discovery Center at 4750 Troost (which is also the location of the electric car showcase). \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/earth-day-2022-2/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Electrify Heartland,Energy Efficiency,EV,Project Living Proof
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220428T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220309T211357Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220509T231630Z
UID:50738-1651145400-1651149000@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking Training 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n\nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinars on May 25\, June 15\, or July 13 (all begin at 11:30am CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc.  \n\n\n  \n  \n  \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-training-101-april/
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220420T190000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220408T161450Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220408T165722Z
UID:51544-1650472200-1650481200@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Drive Electric Earth Day - DEED Electric Car Show
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nJoin MEC on April 20 at Village Presbyterian Church in Prairie Village\, KS for Drive Electric Earth Day.\nOwners and electric vehicles will be present! Feel free to stop by and talk to owners about their experiences driving cleaner\, more efficient vehicles. For a chance to win a $250 Visa gift card (provided by Plug In America\, terms and conditions)\, register to attend or participate and complete a short survey. \n \nAll attendees and volunteers are required to wear face masks whenever they are within six feet of another person at all Drive Electric Earth Day 2022 events.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/drive-electric-earth-day-deed-electric-car-show/
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220331T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220309T150850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220309T214231Z
UID:50644-1648726200-1648729800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Energy Benchmarking Training 101
DESCRIPTION:Are you a building owner or property manager of a building larger than 50\,000 sq. ft. who wants to understand how to benchmark your building’s energy and water use?\n\nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center for our upcoming webinars on Thursday\, March 31 or Thursday\, April 28 (both at 11:30am CT) to receive free training and support to submit your building’s 2021 energy and water data in order to comply with the City of Kansas City\, MO’s annual benchmarking requirements. During the webinar\, MEC’s Building Performance staff will give a tutorial on the basics of ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager\, instructions on how to submit your report\, and resources to navigate this process. The event is for anyone who is familiar with their respective building’s utility bill and facility upkeep. Roles may include property managers\, leasing management companies\, facility managers\, building owners\, etc.  \n\n \n \n \n \n \n \nMeet Your Presenters\n Mary English\, Program Manager\, Building Performance\nPrior to joining MEC in 2021\, Mary worked in the sustainable built environment industry conducting energy assessments\, testing\, consultation\, and overall experience in the field of building performance in both the residential and commercial sectors. \nMary founded Small Step Energy Solutions LLC which became a leading home energy assessment provider\, as well as a building consultant for sustainable new buildings and homes. During this time\, Small Step worked with municipalities – including the Kansas City\, MO codes department – to review and update building energy codes. She also worked closely with area developers to create sustainable developments and multi-family housing based on equity goals. Mary then moved into commercial-business sustainability\, helping start-up businesses in passive house panel construction; energy benchmarking; and efficiency upgrades in commercial HVAC systems. She currently serves on the Programs Committee for the USGBC Central Plains Community; and the Equity Committee for Climate Action Kansas City. \n  \nBrittanie Giroux\, Building Performance Associate\nBrittanie joined MEC as an AmeriCorps VISTA member in October of 2020. She came to MEC after completing a previous AmeriCorps service year in the City of Evanston\, IL’s Office of Sustainability where she led climate education initiatives and was involved in energy and waste franchise agreement processes. \nIn October of 2021\, Brittanie came on board full time as MEC’s Building Performance Associate. In this role\, she manages the Healthy Housing Taskforce\, co-manages the Energy and Water Benchmarking program\, creates social content and newsletters\, and conducts community outreach and events. Brittanie received her Bachelor’s degree in Environmental Studies from Vanderbilt University. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-benchmarking-training-101-march/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Energy Benchmarking,Energy Efficiency,Energy Solutions Hub
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220303T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20220207T155119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220209T232407Z
UID:50579-1646307000-1646310600@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:What is an energy code anyway? Policymakers hold the key to better buildings in Kansas City
DESCRIPTION:  \n\nDuring the cold snap in 2021 and record-breaking temperatures this past summer\, communities across the Kansas City area continue to experience firsthand the detrimental impacts of living in inefficient homes. Luckily\, there are model building codes to guide prudent action — roadmaps for new construction and updating existing buildings. Included in the suite of building codes is the life-safety energy code. \nYou may be wondering what exactly is an energy code\, what code your municipality has adopted\, and why are these people telling me it’s so important? Join Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC) on Thursday\, March 3 at 11:30am as we simplify the code and discuss how it can ensure your residents have healthy\, safe\, and affordable places to work\, play\, and call home.   \nThis event is for policymakers in the Kansas City region including\, but not limited to\, City Council Members\, Mayors\, City Managers\, and Directors and staff of applicable departments (Planning & Development\, Health\, etc.).  
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/what-is-an-energy-code-anyway/
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211025T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211031T235959
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20210916T205933Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211021T162709Z
UID:49944-1635120000-1635724799@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Join MEC to Celebrate Energy Awareness Month
DESCRIPTION:October is annually designated as National Energy Awareness Month. The U.S. Department of Energy (US DOE) participates annually with the intent to draw attention to our nation’s electrical grid system and “to highlight the importance of energy to our national prosperity and security.” As the US DOE states\, “Energy\, our most critical infrastructure\, is all but invisible to most\, but our focus on continued innovation protects American lives today and ensures better lives tomorrow.” \nThis year\, Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC) will use this truth to draw attention to energy efficiency and how it relates to our infrastructure\, including our transportation systems and the built environment. There is indeed innovation happening on a national scale\, and it’s occurring quickly. MEC is either hosting\, co-hosting\, or cross-promoting a number of in-person and virtual events this October to highlight all the ways our nation can modernize the way it uses energy to create a prosperous future for our youth and future generations. Click the links below to learn more about each event and how to participate (more links to come as the suite of events is finalized). \nWhether an industry professional or policy maker or technician or a member of the general public\, we have at least one event for you. Join us and our members\, volunteers and friends during Energy Awareness Month. We’ll celebrate recent achievements and foster accelerated adoptions of energy conservation\, renewables and cleaner fuels. \nEnergy Awareness 2021 Event List: \n\n\n\nNative Plant Sale & Drive Electric Week Event at Project Living Proof with Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City\nSept. 25\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week: South Park in Lawrence\nSept 25\n\n\nLion Electric School Bus Ride and Drive: Lee’s Summit Schools\nSept 28\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week: Driving Electric: Black & Veatch EV Drivers Tell All (Virtual)\nSept 29\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week: Prairie Village Presbyterian Church\nSept 29\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week: Independence Chamber of Commerce    CANCELED\nOct. 2\n\n\nNational Drive Electric Week: ICT (Wichita Towne East Square)\nOct. 2\n\n\nNational Energy Efficiency Day (Ask Emily for a model Proclamation for your city\, business or organization)\nOct. 6\n\n\nMarquee Event: Our Best Buildings Yet: A Forum on Energy Efficiency in the Kansas City Region and Beyond\nOct. 7\n\n\nVirtual Workshop on Diesel Emissions Reduction Funding Opportunities: Midwest Clean Diesel Initiative\nOct. 12-14\n\n\nWebinar: EV Fleet Trends: Advice from the Experts (hosted by Louisiana Clean Fuels Coalition)\nOct. 13\n\n\nMarquee Event Day of EVs (In-Person): Exploring EVs in Municipal Fleets with City of Olathe\, Indian Creek Library in Olathe\, KS\nOct. 19\n\n\nMarquee Event Day of EVs (Virtual): Electrifying Terminal Trucks: Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Deployments in the Kansas City Region and Beyond\nOct. 19\n\n\nOur Energy Horizon: A Solar\, Storage\, Electric Vehicle & Transmission Event\, Thompson Barn in Lenexa\, KS (hosted by Clean Energy Business Council)\nOct. 25\n\n\nWeatherization Day 2021\nOct. 30
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/energy-awareness-month-2021/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Central Kansas Clean Cities,Clean Transportation,Electrify Heartland,Energy Codes,Energy Efficiency,Energy Solutions Hub,EV,Kansas City Clean Cities,Project Living Proof
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20210928T131923Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211014T153135Z
UID:50072-1634644800-1634650200@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Electrifying Terminal Trucks: Best Practices and Lessons Learned from Deployments in the Kansas City Region and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:In 2020\, three fleets deployed all-electric terminal trucks in the Kansas City and Chicago metropolitan areas under Metropolitan Energy Center’s (MEC) grant project\, Electrifying Terminal Trucks in Unincentivized Markets.  \nOn Tuesday\, October 19 at 12pm CT\, MEC will host a virtual roundtable with the project fleets as they share their real-world experiences with zero-emission freight handling. During an engaging Q&A session\, they will discuss project costs\, implementing the required charging infrastructure\, training fleet personnel\, and more. Orange EV\, the electric truck manufacturer; Evergy\, Kansas City’s electric utility; and our research partner from Penn State University will also join the panel to answer questions and share best practices to prepare for fleet electrification.  \n \n\nPanelists: \n\nChris Butler\, Director of Fleet Services\, Johnson County Kansas \nDarin Darr\, Lineage Logistics Site Manager\, Hirschbach Motor Lines  \nDavid Stringer\, VP of Innovation\, Lazer Spot Inc.  \nJames Telson\, Associate Director of Innovation & Sustainability\, Compass Supply Chain Solutions\nJason Dake\, Vice President Legal & Regulatory Affairs\, Orange EV \nJulie Dietrich\, Electrification Program Manager\, Evergy \nDrew Torkelson\, Lead Product Manager\, Evergy \nXB Hu\, Professor\, Pennsylvania State University\n\nThis material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Energy’s Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE) under the Award Number DE-EE0008887. 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/electrifying-terminal-trucks-best-practices-and-lessons-learned/
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211019T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20211012T170128Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20211013T192749Z
UID:50223-1634641200-1634644800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Exploring EVs in Municipal Fleets
DESCRIPTION:Municipal fleet electrification. Is it possible today? What vehicles can I order as plug-ins? Are they reliable? What metro fleets are using electric cars and trucks already? How can I get help funding electric vehicles in our city or county? \nJoin City of Olathe and Kansas City Regional Clean Cities to find out the answers to these questions and tour the solar-powered electric charging stations at Indian Creek Library. Olathe has been upgrading their EV fleet and installing 4 off-grid solar EV chargers. Find out what else they’re doing to clean up their fleet. \nAttendees will include members of the local chapter of American Public Works Association\, with lots of opportunities to share information\, lessons learned and best practices. \nStick around for additional lunch and learn regarding all-electric terminal tractors being used in metro yards\, including at Johnson County’s wastewater treatment plant. \nAttendance is limited. Register today to guarantee your seat and claim your complementary lunch. \nAgenda\nWelcome and Introduction\n \nCity of Olathe Fleet\n \nClean transportation planning\, research\, and deployments. Insight into the differences between EV and CNG refuse haulers. \nFleet Electrification Assistance and Funding Opportunities\n \nGreen Fleet analysis and support\, funding opportunities\, Kansas City Regional Clean Cities assistance portfolio \nLunch & Learn with Orange EV \n  \nOn Display: Solar-powered charging station\, Alt fuel refuse hauler
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/fleet-electrification/
LOCATION:Indian Creek Library\, 16100 W 135th St\, Olathe\, KS\, 66062
CATEGORIES:Clean Transportation,Electrify Heartland,EV
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20211007T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20210913T183704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220207T153722Z
UID:49779-1633602600-1633609800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Our Best Buildings Yet: A Forum on Energy Efficiency in the Kansas City Region & Beyond
DESCRIPTION:Energy Awareness Month is right around the corner\, but why is it important?\n\nAs nationwide awareness grows over the connection between indoor air quality and extreme weather\, the Kansas City region is feeling the heat due to its aging building stock. Luckily\, there are code manuals to guide prudent action — roadmaps for new construction and adapting existing buildings.\n\nJoin Metropolitan Energy Center (MEC)\, KCMO Councilwoman Andrea Bough\, The Builders’ Association\, and a panel of buildings experts on Thursday\, October 7 at 10:30 am CDT as we discuss best building practices\, the International Energy Conservation Code\, and what can be done to clean up the interior air of our buildings. The event will be relevant to codes departments\, policymakers\, builders\, contractors\, and anyone who is motivated to create a brighter\, cleaner\, & healthier future for all.\n*Visit the Speakers & Panelists page to learn more about our experts!\n\n\n\n\n\nWe want to hear from YOU.\nComplete this quick survey to tell us what topics you would like discussed during the event.\n 
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/our-best-buildings-yet/
CATEGORIES:Building Performance,Energy Codes,Energy Efficiency,Energy Solutions Hub
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20210925T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20210831T142814Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220519T201045Z
UID:49688-1632564000-1632578400@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Native Plant Sale and EV Display
DESCRIPTION:Join us rain or shine on Sept 25 for a native plant sale.\n\n 	Native Plants\n 	Butterfly Station\n 	Garden Tour\n 	Photo Booth\n 	Electric Vehicle Display\n\nLearn about native flowers of Missouri from a Master Gardener\, visit our butterfly station\, and capture a selfie at our custom photo booth!\n\nThere is also a display of electric vehicles. We may be able to accommodate small parties with tours of the interior of the demonstration house. If so\, masks will be required for house tours.\n\nYour patronage supports the work at Project Living Proof\, a partnership of Metropolitan Energy Center and Master Gardeners of Greater Kansas City. Here\, we demonstrate a green living landscape with the use of native plants and the production of fruits and vegetables\, which go to a local food pantry.\n\nThis event is also supported by the Pilgrim Center and the Prairie and Wetland Center.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/were-having-a-plant-sale/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Project Living Proof
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191213
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191214
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20191226T174957Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191226T174957Z
UID:6663-1576195200-1576281599@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Glynite Construction
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/glynite-construction-5/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Project Living Proof
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191210T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20191209T190157Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191209T190215Z
UID:6520-1575966600-1575982800@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Benchmarking Data Jam
DESCRIPTION:Public Sector Benchmarking Data Jam\nJoin us for a Free Energy and Water Benchmarking Data Jam exclusively for public\nsector building operators and managers. \nTuesday\, December 10\n8:30 a.m. – 1 p.m.\nKansas City\, MO \nIn this event\, attendees will:\n• Gain a basic understanding of benchmarking\n• Learn about its value and how to convey it to leadership\n• Understand how to access\, collect and upload building energy and water\ndata. \nIn addition\, public sector attendees will receive free hands-on instruction on how\nto enter your buildings’ energy and water consumption information into the\nENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager Tool. \nRegistration\nRegister early for this free event so we can help you obtain the information\nneeded. Please visit https://kcdatajam.eventbrite.com to register. Space is limited. \nLocation\nMid-America Regional Council (MARC) Conference Center\nBroadway Room\n600 Broadway Boulevard\, Suite 200\nKansas City\, MO 64105 \nFor more information\, please contact Ian Blanding\, Building Policy Manager at\nMEEA\, at iblanding@mwalliance.org or 312-784-7269.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/benchmarking-data-jam/
LOCATION:Mid-America Regional Council\, 600 Broadway Boulevard\, Suite 200\, Kansas City\, Missouri\, 64105
CATEGORIES:Energy Solutions Hub
ORGANIZER;CN="Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance":MAILTO:membership@mwalliance.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191205T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20191226T174906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191226T174906Z
UID:6660-1575565200-1575576000@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:Green Drinks
DESCRIPTION:Evening presentation on utility-scale solar and wind.
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/green-drinks/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Energy Solutions Hub,Project Living Proof
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20191120
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20191121
DTSTAMP:20260403T175955
CREATED:20191226T174743Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191226T174743Z
UID:6657-1574208000-1574294399@metroenergy.org
SUMMARY:MEC Board Meeting
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://metroenergy.org/event/mec-board-meeting/
LOCATION:Project Living Proof\, 917 Emanuel Cleaver Blvd.\, Kansas City\, MO\, 64109
CATEGORIES:Project Living Proof
ORGANIZER;CN="Metropolitan Energy Center":MAILTO:office@metroenergy.org
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