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Advanced Energy is a Raleigh, N.C.-based nonprofit creating economic, environmental and societal benefits through innovative and market-based approaches to energy issues. Focused on applied building science, industrial process technologies, and motors and drives testing, its facility houses state-of-the-art laboratories for testing and applied research in all three of these evolving disciplines. Advanced Energy’s Applied Building Science team helps the building industry produce better products while increasing profits and avoiding callbacks. Striving to help our clients stay completive, we collaborate with utilities and organizations to develop programs and initiatives for utility customers, including content for web pages, workshops, newsletters, on-line tools, and other value added services. Contact: Mark R. Gentry * (336) 679-4020 Phone * (336)679-2060 * mgentry@advancedenergy.org * www.advancedenergy.org.
Boston-based Advantage Publications has been producing C/I and residential consumer energy guides since 1978 for energy efficiency, DSM and other programs. Illustrated, authoritative, yet easy to understand, they are used in marketing, sales, communication and education programs. All our products are available personalized and in custom editions ranging from custom covers to changes in text, colors and graphics. Several new products are currently in development. To view products, please visit us online at www.AdvantagePublications.com; for questions and pricing, please phone: 800-323-6809. Conference reps: Victor Claman, Publishing Director; Gwen Junghanss, Product Marketing Manager.
APOGEE Interactive, Inc. is a leading provider of online solutions for the energy industry. Our online tools increase customer satisfaction while reducing operating costs. APOGEE's applications include CommercialEnergySuite™, HomeEnergySuite™, Kids Korner, eLearning systems, load management platforms, BillingInsights™ providing intelligent scripting for CSR’s handling high bill calls and many more.
Blue Line Innovations Inc. is the leader in the creation and delivery of real-time energy feedback technologies for residential energy conservation programs. Blue Line’s in-home display, the PowerCost Monitor™, is an energy conservation tool that displays in real-time, a home’s electricity cost in dollars and cents and in kilowatt hours. Blue Line Innovations won the AESP award in 2006 for Outstanding Energy Efficient Technology Deployment of the Year for its PowerCost Monitor™. Blue Line Innovations is committed to providing reliable, affordable, real-time energy feedback technologies for residential energy efficiency programs. Contac: Kent Sargent, Director - Sales and Marketing at (709) 579-3502 or via e-mail at ksargent@bluelineinnovations.com.
Cannon Technologies, recently acquired by Cooper Power Systems delivers automated distribution solutions utilizing its Yukon® Advanced Energy Services Platform. These Energy Automation Solutions include AMR/AMI, demand response, distribution automation and substation integration and monitoring.
From the time our founder invented the basics of modern air conditioning in 1902, Carrier has been the world leader in air conditioning, heating and refrigeration systems. A wholly-owned subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation, Carrier is built upon a legacy of innovation and commitment. Carrier offers ComfortChoice®, the industry-leading 2-way verifiable demand response thermostat. The ComfortChoice thermostat and its unique web-based interface are a utility's answer to controlling operation of air conditioning units during periods of peak energy usage. With ComfortChoice's 2-way communications, utilities will be provided with real-time assurance of system performance and confirmation of curtailment signal reception. Raymond Archacki * ComfortChoice Product Manager * 860-674-3184 Phone * raymond.archacki@carrier.utc.com.
Comverge, Inc. is the leading Demand Response company, committed to providing innovative solutions to peak demand challenges. Through its Enterprise division, Comverge offers fully dispatchable peak capacity through demand response via a PPA or other long term contract and other program outsourcing services. Through its Solutions division, Comverge offers a broad range of demand response technologies, from digital cellular AMR endpoints to residential price responsive systems via “smart” thermostats, commercial and industrial cost reduction solutions, grid automation solutions to direct load control switches. Contact Dawn Peterson, Customer Relations Manager, * (888)565-5525 * dpeterson@comverge.com * www.comverge.com.
Conservation Services Group, Inc. (CSG) began as a nonprofit in 1984 to design, develop, and deliver energy efficiency programs for utility companies, public housing authorities and agencies, and private customers. We promote energy efficiency, health and safety, building durability, comfort, clean energy, and environmental responsibility. Headquartered in Massachusetts, CSG has offices nationwide. Contact: Kathleen DeVito * (508) 836-9500 ext 13497 Phone * kathleen.devito@csgrp.com * www.csgrp.com.
Marketing Executives recognize Customer Motivators as the world leader in incentive-based promotions serving banking, credit union, insurance, retail service, utility, member-based, cable, telecommunications and healthcare companies. Partner with Customer Motivators and deploy effective, economical and proven promotional incentive solutions to maximize customer loyalty, revenues and profits. Contact: James T. Cashion, Jr. * Vice President * 6778 Lantana Road * Lake Worth, Florida 33467 * (561) 642-7710 ext. 1135 Phone * jcashion@customermotivators.com * www.customermotivators.com.
E Source provides information resources enabling utilities and large consumers of energy to be more efficient and effective. Our Efficiency & Demand-Response Programs Service will keep you informed about the latest innovations and approaches in demand-side management programs, help you reduce implementation costs and achieve program goals. The E Source Technology Assessment Service provides in-depth objective analysis of end-use technologies resulting in increased efficiency, profitability and productivity.
Energy Insights, an IDC company, is a leading global provider of research-based information and consulting services to the utilities industry. Our Customer Strategies and Load Analysis Strategies advisory services provide clients with timely, cost-effective customer and market research, intelligence on best practices, and data on load impacts and adoption trends for energy applications and utility programs.
EnerNOC, Inc. is a leading developer and provider of clean and intelligent energy solutions. EnerNOC partners with utilities and system operators to help manage peak demand and alleviate system stress. EnerNOC’s management team combines over 150 years of entrepreneurial and corporate experience with expertise in demand response, distributed generation, energy management, engineering, embedded systems, and information technology. Contact: Kristin Brief, Market Manager – Grid Solutions * (617 )224-9939 Phone * kbrief@enernoc.com.
ENERGY STAR was introduced by EPA in 1992 as a voluntary, market-based partnership to reduce greenhouse gas emissions through energy efficiency. The US Department of Energy later joined EPA in this effort and, today, the ENERGY STAR label can be found on more than 50 different kinds of products, new homes and commercial and industrial buildings. Products and buildings that have earned the ENERGY STAR designation prevent greenhouse gas emissions by meeting strict energy-efficiency specifications set by the government. Last year alone, Americans, with the help of ENERGY STAR, saved about $14 billion on their energy bills while reducing the greenhouse gas emissions equivalent to those of 25 million vehicles. Contact: Tracy Narel * (202) 343-9145 * Narel.Tracy@epamail.epa.gov.
Franklin Energy specializes in the implementation of energy efficiency and renewable energy programs. The firm, with a reputation of meeting client goals, is named in honor of Benjamin Franklin -- a pioneer in the energy field, advocate for environmental protection and the efficient use of one’s time, money and resources. These characteristics serve as the basis for our corporate philosophy.
GDS is a consulting/engineering firm with an energy efficiency and renewable energy staff of highly qualified design, analysis, and implementation specialists who assist clients with the complexities of program planning, implementation, and evaluation. GDS is an industry-recognized leader in the areas of energy efficiency, demand response, renewable energy, and market transformation programs. Contact: Richard F. Spellman, President * 1850 Parkway Place, Suite 800 * Marietta, GA 30067 * (770) 425-8100 Phone * (770) 426-0303 Fax * dick.spellman@gdsassociates.com * www.gdsassociates.com
Global Energy Partners, LLC is an employee-owned consulting and applied research firm. As an active partner with more than 100 energy companies, government and regulatory agencies, and large end-user customers, Global has first-hand experience with a wide array of industry issues, and the solutions that work. Global has a world-class staff of industry and technology experts with a proven track record of success and a commitment to excellence. Global’s specialization lies in energy planning, program design and implementation, and technology applications.
GoodCents provides electric utilities with program design, marketing, implementation, and evaluation of demand response programs. This allows our clients the freedom to choose a turnkey solution or supplement their own in-house talent. GoodCents has assembled a group of principals who bring over 150 combined years of utility experience to bear on your project. This expertise, combined with the highly trained GoodCents employees staffing each project, results in direct load control and price-responsive load management programs that help utilities reduce peak load, cut costs, and increase customer loyalty. We expect the more than 1 million demand response devices we have installed to date to grow by at least another 100,000 units in 2005. Our integrated customer management system, with its frequent upgrades, provides the back-office support that will allow GoodCents to continue on its path of steady growth within the utility industry. Contact: Roger Gray, Director of Business Development * (770)982-4962 Phone * roger.gray@goodcents.com * www.goodcents.com.
For 30 years, Honeywell Utility Solutions has been helping electric, gas and water utilities throughout North America manage their energy and water use. Honeywell Utility Solutions has served over 9,000,000 utility customers and installed over 900,000 load control devices in North America to date. Honeywell’s technology-driven demand response, energy conservation and smart meter programs help utilities automate, conserve and educate.
ICF International’s energy experts have first-hand knowledge of the challenges of designing and implementing successful energy efficiency and market transformation programs. For nearly 20 years, ICF International has provided cutting-edge marketing, technical, and project management services to promote energy efficiency, both domestically and internationally. Contact: Mike Mernick * (401) 885-1642 Phone * mmernick@icfi.com * Icfi.com.
Integral Analytics (IA) is a management consulting firm focused on operational, planning, and market research solutions. Reaching every aspect of the energy industry, our proprietary analytical, programming, and statistical methods allow us to offer clients more precise valuation, faster and more affordably. IA’s DSMore is a powerful financial analysis tool designed to evaluate, at the hourly level, the costs, benefits and risks of Demand Side Management/Demand Response. DSMore is the energy industry’s leading tool for DSM/DR program planning, design, and valuation. Contact: Rick Morgan * 608-277-9518 Phone * Rick.Morgan@integralanalytics.com * www.integralanalytics.com.
Itron Inc. is a leading technology provider to the global energy and water industries. Itron Inc. consists of Itron in North America and Actaris outside of North America. Our company is the world’s leading provider of metering, data collection and utility software solutions, with nearly 8,000 utilities worldwide relying on our technology to optimize the delivery and use of energy and water. Our products include electricity, gas and water meters, data collection and communication systems, including automated meter reading (AMR) and advanced metering infrastructure (AMI); meter data management and related software applications; as well as project management, installation, and consulting services. Contact: Michael Rufo * (510) 844-2881 Phone * michael.rufo@itron.com.
Lockheed Martin’s Energy and Environmental Services business is nationally recognized for innovative energy-efficiency and market transformation programs and is considered an industry leader in energy-efficiency program design, delivery, and evaluation. Select programs include NYSERDA’s Energy Smart Products Program, PG&E’s Heavy Industry Program and the New England Appliance and Lighting Program. Contact: Mark Bowen, Business Development Energy Services * (301) 519-5838 * Mark.r.bowen@lmco.com * www.lockheedmartin.com
Marathon is the most energy-efficient line of electric tank-type water heaters on the market. With a lifetime tank warranty and a design-life of 50 years, Marathon is used by over 250 progressive electric utilities across the country to effectively manage their water heating load. For the Efficiency, For the Durability, For the Planet...Choose Marathon!!
Market Development Group delivers high-energy program strategies and tactics designed to achieve strategic base and peak energy load objectives. We design, develop and deliver innovative marketing plans and programs that address energy efficiency, renewable energy, demand response and customer service goals. Our capabilities are: Strategic Consulting; Tactical Program Design, Implementation, and Evaluation; and Event and Publications Management. Our Management Team is led by Katherine Johnson and Ed Thomas. Contact: Katherine Johnson, kjohnson@marketdevelop.com and Ed Thomas * (970) 209-8347 * ethomas@marketdevelop.com * www.marketdevelop.com.
MeterSmart offers utilities a portfolio of business and system integration solutions that reduce costs, improve operating efficiencies and increase customer satisfaction. MeterSmart’s hosted on-demand platform, EncentraTM, enables utilities to unlock the full potential of their AMI, MDM and CIS systems. MeterSmart integrates third-party hardware devices, energy information and program administration capabilities to create a customer-facing control interface for utilities to manage their demand-side programs. With easy online enrollment, automated notifications, and graphical reporting, utilities achieve increased customer participation and satisfaction, while building utility brand equity. Customized to meet the specific needs of each client, MeterSmart’s end-to-end turnkey solutions are reliable, secure and meet or exceed the most stringent standards in the industry. Contact: Joe Polaski, Vice President * 2212 Arlington Downs Road, Suite 204 * Arlington, TX 76011 * (817) 385-3642 phone or (866) 944-4868 toll-free * (817) 652-1935 fax * jpolaski@metersmart.com.
Nexus Energy Software was founded in 1997 by a group of individuals experienced in energy efficiency, energy deregulation, energy information, multi-media educational software, and Internet commerce. Nexus is focused on helping energy companies and their customers better manage energy-driven transactions and decision-making. The company is currently working with over 80 energy companies on a global basis, supporting them in areas of network planning, load forecasting, billing and settlement, and customer service. Nexus was acquired by ESCO Technologies, Inc. (NYSE:ESE) in 2005. Nexus continues to be operated as a stand-alone company, so that it retains the energy and agility of a start-up while at the same time being part of a financially secure public company. Contact: Richard Huntley, Vice President, Sales and Business Development * 781) 694-3308.
Opinion Dynamics (ODC) is a leading provider of Market Research and Energy Program Evaluations, including process evaluations and market assessments, for utilities and energy industry clients throughout North America. Operating for over twenty years, ODC’s knowledge of research techniques and applications and our familiarity with the industry allow us to provide the strategic information necessary to help our energy clients succeed. Our company prides itself on conducting state-of-the-art process evaluations of energy efficiency programs that reliably document program effects and help improve program design and operations. Contact Sharyn Barata, Vice President of Marketing * (949) 365-5730 * sbarata@opiniondynamics.com * www.opiniondynamics.com.
PA Consulting Group is an independent, employee-owned, global firm of 3,000 talented individuals, operating from offices across the world, in Europe, North America, Latin America, Asia, and Oceania. We have won numerous awards for delivering complex and highly innovative assignments, run one of the most successful venture programmes in our industry, have technology development capability that few firms can match, deep expertise across key industries and government, and a unique breadth of skills from strategy to IT to HR to applied technology. Contact: Kathy Rinn, Kathy.Rinn@paconsulting.com, (571) 227-9107
Progress Energy, headquartered in Raleigh, N.C., is a Fortune 250 energy company with more than 21,000 megawatts of generation capacity and $10 billion in annual revenues. The company includes two major utilities that serve more than 3.1 million customers in the Carolinas and Florida. Progress Energy is the 2006 recipient of the Edison Electric Institute's Edison Award, the industry's highest honor, in recognition of its operational excellence. The company also is the first utility to receive the prestigious J.D. Power and Associates Founder's Award for customer service. Progress Energy serves two fast-growing areas of the country, and the company is pursuing a balanced approach to meeting the future energy needs of the region. That balance includes increased energy efficiency programs, investments in renewable energy technologies and a state-of-the-art electricity system. For more information about Progress Energy, visit the company's Web site at www.progress-energy.com.
Quantum Energy Services & Technologies, Inc. (QuEST) QuEST is a firm that provides energy savings solutions for our commercial, educational, governmental, and industrial customers. We provide energy project services, including facility operational assessments, capital-improvement benefit and cost analysis, engineering design, construction management, commissioning, and performance monitoring systems. Born of our desire to help our customers achieve long-lasting results, we provide cost-effective solutions and useful tools to improve and maintain building system performance.
The recognized world leader in Electrical Distribution and Automation & Control, Schneider Electric provides comprehensive solutions that combine software, communication and services. We meet customer expectations for the most demanding applications in terms of safety, reliability and energy savings. We rank among the world leaders in medium and low voltage and Ultra Terminal distribution, secured power, building automation and security, industrial control and sensors for repetitive machines. Our lineup of market-leading global brands, powerful local brands and specialist brands is unparalleled in terms of breadth, strategic fit and related high value-added services.
TeleVox Software, Inc. provides automated messaging solutions that enable utilities to enhance their customer service efforts. With HouseCalls™, utilities can deliver outage and restoration notifications, service call reminders, disconnect notices, collection calls, customer satisfaction surveys and more. TeleVox also offers SmartAppend™ data append service to keep utility customer records up-to-date. Contact: Rob Gilpin * TeleVox Software * 1110 Montlimar Drive, Suite 700 * Mobile, AL 36609 * (800) 644-4266 Phone * www.televox.com.
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