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The Energy Conversation Recognizes...

Posted Mon, 11/16/2009 - 5:39pm by Michelle Shevin

The Energy Conversation Award is given to an individual or individuals who show profound excellence in leadership - showing the way to work within the system to help make change for the common good along The Energy Conversation mandate of "Listen, Learn, Connect, Share, Collaborate".

This month the award winners are The USDA Energy Matrix Team and Dr. Alex Zhivov of the US Army.

Politico: Energy Conversation a 'catalyst' for change

Posted Wed, 11/11/2009 - 4:13pm by Michelle Shevin

In an article titled Veterans join front lines of climate fight, Politico praises The Energy Conversation for bringing important political and military attention to issues of energy and climate change. The article, by Jen Dimascio, reviews The Energy Conversation's humble beginnings nearly five years ago and describes how the conversations have become a vital voice for raising awareness and facilitating inter-departmental coordination. Full text after the jump.

37 Energy Conversations Since 2006!

Posted Mon, 06/22/2009 - 6:47pm by sue.higgins

November 16th marked the 37th Energy Conversation in the DC area since March 2006, several with over 200 attendees. 1000s of people from across the federal government, NGOs, industry, academia and the media, have listened, learned, connected, shared and collaborated in this inter-discipinary forum.

This attached printable list provides a quick reference summary. For more info on each event, go to "More Conversations" in the Past Topics & Speakers box above.

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Events from Around Town: U.S. Military Energy Strategies (Republished from CNAS's Natural Security Blog)

Posted Wed, 10/21/2009 - 5:26pm by Michelle Shevin

[Originally published here.]

Posted by Amanda Hahnel, Joseph S. Nye, Jr. Research Intern

 "I sat down last night preparing for 3+ hours of panel and PowerPoint presentations. While this came to fruition, I found myself pleasantly surprised by the diversity of my colleagues at the dinner table. Although I enjoy a good lecture, having it commentated by a nuclear physicist, energy consultant, and Senate staffer added immensely to my experience.

Solar Decathlon

Posted Tue, 09/29/2009 - 4:02pm
Event Date: 
Oct 8 2009 - Oct 21 2009

Update

Team Germany has won the 2009 Solar Decathlon. I was lucky enough to tour some of the homes, which were all incredibly impressive. The homes are not just for show; Team Boston's house, called Curio, has been purchased by the Housing Assistance Corporation of Cape Cod, which plans to use the model to jump start the creation of an energy efficient affordable housing community.

Congressman Bartlett on Peak Oil

Posted Thu, 09/10/2009 - 11:51am by energyco

This is a presentation entitled "Peak Oil: Implications for U.S. Economic and National Security" given by Congressman Roscoe Bartlett during an MIT Alumni Luncheon on Sept 10, 2009.

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application/pdf iconPeak Oil: Implications for U.S. Economic and National Security

Military Operations Research Society (MORS) “Power and Energy” meeting

Posted Tue, 08/25/2009 - 6:28pm
Event Date: 
Nov 30 2009 - Dec 3 2009

Military Operations Research Society (MORS) is planning a “Power and Energy” (P&E) special meeting, focused on military energy with the goal to bring greater analytical rigor and adapt planning tools to better assess and manage how energy demand affects military capability.

Naval Energy Forum

Posted Fri, 08/14/2009 - 7:49pm
Event Date: 
Oct 14 2009 - Oct 15 2009

Update: With over 700 registered participants, registration for this event is unfortunately closed.

Hilton McLean, Tysons Corner, McLean, VA

Sponsored by Office of Naval Research (ONR).

Energy Is a Matter of National Security

Energy is an essential component in the protection of vital interests in an interconnected and uncertain world. Often first responders, the U.S. Navy and Marine Corps rely on readily available, reliable sources of energy to perform a variety of missions, and the vulnerability of energy supplies could jeopardize naval forces' ability to support forces afloat and ashore.

External Link: 
http://www.onr.navy.mil/conferences/nava...

The Energy Conversation Recognizes...

Posted Wed, 07/29/2009 - 2:20pm by Michelle Shevin

At the July Energy Conversation (EC), the EC Project Manager, the Naval Postgraduate School, recognized two government exemplars who are showcasing how to " Listen, Learn, Connect, Share, Collaborate" across government.

The Energy Conversation Awards for July 2009 were presented at the start of the event to Carol Dumaine, Deputy Director of the Energy and Environmental Security Directorate at the US Department of Energy, and to Christopher Dipetto, Office of the Deputy Assistant Secretary for Acquisition and Technology at the US Department of Defense.

The Virtual Energy Forum June 24-25

Posted Tue, 06/23/2009 - 7:22pm by sue.higgins

http://www.virtualenergyforum.com/

A free conference that brings together stakeholders in the energy industry with potential customers, policy makers, and investors. The event, which meets twice a year and features live video presentations, real-time Q & A and a virtual exhibit floor, answers the need many senior executives have today--to better understand how to implement renewable and cost-saving energy-efficient practices in business.

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