hosted by Oakland University, Energy Management, Jim Leidel
On Thursday May 22, 2008, Oakland University hosted a project development workshop at the historic MB Hall ballroom. Presentations on wind & biomass energy systems were given.
What's It All About?
Renewable, or sustainable, energy systems are receiving a great deal of attention in recent months due to rising energy costs, the security of fuel supply, climate change, and the need to foster this emerging manufacturing sector to create jobs, and to provide educational curriculums & programs to support this growth. Two very well developed technologies stand out that can provide real, cost savings projects TODAY. With the proper resources, wind power and wood chip boiler projects can provide cost savings while simultaneously offering living laboratories for renewable energy systems within our schools, colleges, and cities. Look below to learn who is doing this now, and how to bring the following features to your institution:
- reduce your reliance on fossil fuels
- hedge against future utility rate increases
- integrate sustainable technologies into your learning environment
- install energy projects with a positive cash flow
- invest in Michigan or regional based energy resource
- reduce your institutions carbon footprint
The workshop will discussed wood chip boiler systems and community & small scale wind power. These two types of projects use well proven, available technology to provide cost savings projects that can provide your institution with the foundation for a sustainable energy supply.
Practical & Applied InformationThe focus of the speakers and information will a practical, "how-to" approach aimed at providing you and your institution with the tools needed to study, develop, and implement your own projects. Case studies, reliable equipment, and how to conduct feasibility studies will be the core focus. See the agenda below.
Presentations & Other Documents ( Videos are available on request)
- Michigan Legislative update, RPS & Feed in tariffs - Kathleen Law (State Representative)
- Introduction to alt. energy & OU wind / biomass studies – Jim Leidel
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Wind feasibility studies, met. towers, & the Michigan resource – John Wolar (AES, Mich.)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Wind technology overview & distributed wind – Mark Boumansour
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Wind project case studies from Minnesota & Michigan thumb – Jim Leidel
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Biomass resources in Michigan – Anthony Weatherspoon (Mi DNR Forest Service)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Biomass procurement, transportation & handling - Ted Barret (Mid Michigan Recycling)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Biomass boiler feasibility studies – Dr. Fred Jones (Cogen Designs)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presente
- Biomass boiler project air permitting – Dr. Chris Schilling (Saginaw Valley State Univ.)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Biomass boiler project case studies – Dave Wilkinson (Thermo Energy Systems)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
- Renewable energy credits, project funding, and grant opportunities – (Michael Philips)
- Presentation PDF Presentation MPG Contact Presenter
Handouts for Your Future Projects
"The Business Case for Renewable Energy - A Guide for Colleges & Universities", Andrea Putman & Michael Phillips (2006)
A compilation of project development tools and information regarding wood boiler and wind power projects will be assembled for you to take home.
50 kW Wind Turbine installed at a Honda dealership in Ontario
