Topic:Wind Energy in Texas
Abstract:This presentation will address: Historic growth and current generation mix; Factors that contributed to dramatic expansion of wind; Impact of wind on system operations; and Adding transmission to accommodate more wind – policy initiatives. Kapner June 8, 2011
Speaker:Mark Kapner, P.E., Senior Strategy Engineer, Austin Energy
Speaker’s Bio’s:Mr. Kapner was instrumental in developing and running Austin’s GreenChoice Program, the nation’s leading renewable energy marketing program. He originated the “dual storage media” system for integrating off-peak wind energy and solar thermal to produce utility-scale dispatchable energy. Kapner also helped to launch Plug-In Partners, the Austin Energy-lead campaign to persuade the automobile industry to build plug-in hybrid vehicles. He has 30 years of experience in energy technology and environmental engineering and policy. Prior to coming to Austin, Kapner launched TerraSolar USA, a solar photovoltaics company based in New Jersey. He was a research and development manager in the New York Power Authority where he developed demonstration projects in energy storage, biomass energy, solar, and cogeneration. Kapner spent ten years as a consultant to federal government agencies, including the National Science Foundation, Department of Energy and Environmental Protection Agency. He has a BS in Engineering Science from the State University of New York and a Masters in Public Policy and Management from Carnegie Mellon University.
Date & Time:Wednesday, May 25, 2011 : networking at 6:00 p.m., business and program from 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.
Location:PoK-e-Jo’s, 2121 W. Parmer Lane at Lamplight Village, Austin, TX 78727
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Cost:$5.00 minimum charge for the restaurant. Supper is at optional extra cost.
Reservations:Not required. All interested parties are invited to attend.
RSVP and for more information:Please email to ctcnaustin at gmail dot com.