2005 National ENERGY STAR Lighting Partner Meeting

MEETING REGISTRATION OPEN

Welcome Refreshments Sponsored by: Sea Gull Lighting Products, Inc.

WELCOME TO LAS VEGAS

OPENING REMARKS

• Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy
• Peter Banwell, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• Doug Hampton, Nevada Power Company Presentation (PDF, 2 KB)

SPECIAL RECOGNITION ENERGY STAR AWARDS

Special Recognition — Leadership in Hispanic Outreach about ENERGY STAR Nevada Power Company
Sierra Pacific Power Company

Special Recognition — Innovation in Promoting ENERGY STAR Qualified Lighting Fixtures
Sacramento Municipal Utility District

CURRENT STATE OF ENERGY STAR CFL PROGRAM

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy
Presentation (PDF, 43 KB)

ENERGY STAR FIXTURES AND CEILING FANS:
PROGRESS ON SUPPLY, TECHNOLOGY, AND RETAIL

David Shiller, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation (PDF, 3 KB)

2005 ENERGY STAR CHANGE A LIGHT, CHANGE THE WORLD CAMPAIGN

David Shiller and Wendy Reed, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Richard Karney, P.E. and Marsha Quinn, U.S. Department of Energy
Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

LUNCH

Sponsored by: Feit Electric

ENERGY EFFICIENCY PROGRAM SPONSOR (EEPS) LIGHTING PROGRAM PLANS: 2005–2006

Participants will learn about utility, state, and regional efficiency program plans for 2005–2006, including marketing and PR, incentives, target audience and other details. A representative from each region will provide a brief overview to set the stage for partner breakout sessions.

Moderators:

• David Shiller, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• Richard Karney, P.E, U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

New York:

• Lisa Hammer, Aspen Systems
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)
• Sharon Laudisi-Parente, Long Island Power Authority
  Presentation (PDF, 290 KB)

Mid Atlantic:

• Stephen Norman, Honeywell DMC
  Presentation (PDF, 168 KB)

Southwest:

• Andria Jacob, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

California:

• Richard Greenburg, Southern California Edison
• Kristina Skierka, Flex Your Power
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

Northwest:

• Brian Simmons, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 165 KB)

Midwest:

• Richard Holmes, Southern Minnesota Municipal Power Agency
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

Northeast:

• Katherine Ringe-Welch, National Grid USA
  Presentation (PDF, 2 KB)

2005 ENERGY STAR Energy Efficiency Program Sponsors (EEPS) Lighting Programs (PDF, 89 KB) .

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Sponsored by Philips Lighting Company

TOPICAL SESSIONS

EXPANDING THE REACH OF ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED LIGHTING TO OTHER MARKETS

Though significant attention has been given to strategies for marketing programs to residential customers, additional opportunities exist to offer ENERGY STAR qualified lighting to targeted market sectors including multifamily housing and public housing authorities. Also, there is opportunity to tailor marketing of ENERGY STAR lighting to unique demographic groups, for example, Hispanic audiences. Hear from Energy Efficiency Program Sponsors (EEPS) on "what sells" to these various end-users.

Moderator:

Christopher Cloutier, D&R International

Speakers:

• Jenefer Russum, State of Delaware Energy Office
  Presentation (PDF, 49 KB)
• Doug Hampton, Nevada Power Company
  Presentation (PDF, 707 KB)

CONSIDERATIONS FOR EEPS STARTING NEW LIGHTING PROGRAMS

If your utility, state, or efficiency organization is new to ENERGY STAR lighting, or is considering adding qualified CFLs, fixtures, or ceiling fans with lighting to your program portfolio, then this session is for you. Successful program models, ideas for leveraging the ENERGY STAR Change a Light, Change the World Campaign, and other elements will be shared.

Moderator:

Emily English, D&R International

Speakers:

• Andria Jacob, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 9 KB)
• Sara Van de Grift, Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
  Presentation (PDF, 840 KB)
• Jane Peters, Research Into Action
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

PARTNER BREAKOUT SESSIONS

ENERGY STAR LIGHTING EXPO

The ENERGY STAR Lighting Expo will showcase the latest lighting products from ENERGY STAR manufacturing partners. ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs, residential light fixtures, and ceiling fans will be on display from the following manufacturers:

EVENING RECEPTION IN LIGHTING

BREAKFAST

Sponsored by: Technical Consumer Products, Inc.

MORNING PLENARY
SHADES OF WHITE: COMMUNICATING THE COLOR OF LIGHT

This plenary will present the hurdles currently facing the lighting industry — how to communicate to consumers and others the color of the fluorescent light. Is it the color of the light? Or is it how objects appear when near the light? The presenters will review the complex problem and then focus on how industry and the research field are teaming up to identify solutions through embarking on a two-prong approach — working with other industries (paint, graphics, photography, etc.) as well as holding consumer focus groups.

Moderator:

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

• Pamela Horner, OSRAM SYLVANIA
• Dale Work, Philips Lighting Company
  Presentation (PDF, 753 KB)

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Sponsored by: Greenlite Lighting Corporation

KEYNOTE SPEAKER

Bob Balzar, Director of Energy Efficiency and Customer Strategy
Nevada Power Company and Sierra Pacific Power Company

Bob's department is responsible for approximately $20 million in energy education, efficiency, conservation and renewable energy programs each year in Nevada. Mr. Balzar is a member of the Nevada Renewable and Energy Conservation Task force, a group of ten industry leaders that advises the Governor and Nevada Legislature on energy issues. He also serves as Chair of the Board of Directors for the Southwest Energy Efficiency Project (SWEEP), a research and advocacy group promoting energy efficiency and conservation in the desert southwest.

PLENARY SESSION
SUCCEEDING WITH NEW CONSTRUCTION LIGHTING

Many EEPS are investigating opportunities to expand their ENERGY STAR New Homes Program to include lighting. In this session we will hear from EEPS that are having success in doing this and others who are trying, but are facing challenges. In addition, representatives from the new construction industry will provide input on their experiences working with these programs and provide input on approaches that can yield positive results.

Moderator:

David Shiller, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation (PDF, 656 KB)

Speakers:

• Jeff Beiter, Sea Gull Lighting
• Jeffrey Schwartz, ICF Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 161 KB)
• Maggie Brenneke, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 130 KB)
• Tom Woltjer, Northcoast Lighting
  Presentation (PDF, 263 KB)

LUNCH

Sponsored by: MaxLite

TOPICAL SESSIONS

TITLE 24 AND ITS IMPACT ON THE LIGHTING MARKET

This panel session will discuss the impacts of California Title 24 on the lighting market from utility, manufacturer, lighting designer, and EPA perspectives. An overview of Title 24 requirements will be presented, and an ENERGY STAR representative will discuss how ENERGY STAR specifications compare to those of Title 24 codes. EPA will also provide an update on its activities to promote ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures in the California Market. Also, ways manufacturers can help educate builders on how to find and purchase ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures that meet the Title 24-2005 residential lighting requirements will be discussed.

Moderator:

Paul Vrabel, ICF Consulting
Presentation (PDF, 510 KB)

Speakers:

• Mark Raissen, Lighting Designer
  Presentation (PDF, 714 KB)
• Chris Primous, Progress Lighting
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)
• Rick Kallett, Sacramento Municipal Utility District
  Presentation (PDF, 146 KB)
• Gary Flamm, California Energy Commission
  Presentation (PDF, 222 KB)

IN SEARCH OF: ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED CFL MARKET SHARE

Gathering lighting product data is a burdensome task, but gathering consistent, plentiful and useful data sometimes seems impossible. This session will review ENERGY STAR's program progress on collecting national and regional qualified CFL product sales data and will identify the barriers and in process solutions to developing national market share baseline for ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs. Then, Energy Efficiency Program Sponsors will share their lessons learned on market share collection and other useful information to showcase the success of your local ENERGY STAR program.

Moderator:

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

• Bill McNary, D&R International
  Presentation (PDF, 213 KB)
• Stephen Bonanno, NSTAR Electric
• Brad Kates, Opinion Dynamics Corporation
  Presentation (PDF, 171 KB)

TOPICAL SESSIONS

LIGHTING RECYCLING

This session will discuss the growing trend of state governments, utilities, and lighting manufacturers placing greater emphasis on proper management of spent fluorescent lighting products. Opportunities for coordinated education through retailers, manufacturers and Energy Efficiency Program Sponsors will be discussed, and lessons learned from the commercial sector will be shared.

Moderator:

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

• Vicki Fulbright, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 615 KB)
• Joseph Howley, GE Consumer and Industrial
  Presentation (PDF, 483 KB)

ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED FIXTURES: WHAT'S ON THE HORIZON

This session will discuss the outcome of the standardized line-voltage socket competition, the advantages to using the line-voltage socket, and EPA's future implementation plans. Presenters will address how this technology will affect both fixture manufacturers as well as their component suppliers. In addition, the status of fixture dimmability, including: availability, and 2- and 3- wired dimmable ballasts technology, and future trends will be discussed.

Moderator:

David Shiller, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
Presentation (PDF, 375 KB)

Speakers:

• Peter Banwell U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
• Jack Ferko, VIVA Lighting
  Presentation (PDF, 343 KB)
• Greg Murphy, MaxLite
  Presentation (PDF, 145 KB)

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PARTNER BREAKOUT SESSIONS

BREAKFAST

Sponsored by: Northeast ENERGY STAR Lighting & Appliances Initiative

MORNING PLENARY
EMERGING LIGHTING TECHNOLOGIES

Over the next 10 years, emerging lighting technologies will improve energy efficiency, lighting quality, durability, and design and control options. The U.S. Department of Energy is investing in research and development in a range of lighting technologies, most notably solid-state lighting. Jim Brodrick of the U.S. Department of Energy's Lighting Research & Development Program will open your eyes to cutting-edge R&D on both conventional and solid-state light sources, including LEDs and OLEDs. Then, Kelly Gordon from Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) will showcase the innovative residential lighting products being recognized through the Lighting for Tomorrow design competition.

Moderator:

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

• Jim Brodrick, US Department of Energy
  Presentation (PDF, 785 KB)
• Kelly Gordon, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)

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Sponsored by: Greenlite Lighting Corporation

PLENARY SESSION
THIRD PARTY TESTING OF ENERGY STAR LIGHTING PRODUCTS AND REVISION TO THE ENERGY STAR PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS FOR CFLS

DOE will present its final concept for establishing a third party testing and verification system for ENERGY STAR qualified CFLs. In addition, EPA will provide background on the ENERGY STAR qualified light fixtures third party testing system that will go into effect on October 1, 2005. Then, DOE will present the areas of the ENERGY STAR criteria for CFLs that will be targeted for revision this year.

Speakers:

• Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy
• John Rivera, D&R International
  Presentation (PDF, 534 KB)
  ENERGY STAR CFL Third Party Testing and Verification System Concept Paper (PDF, 171 KB)
• Peter Banwell, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency
  Presentation (PDF, 131 KB)

LUNCH

Sponsored by: GE Consumer & Industrial

TOPICAL SESSIONS

ON-LINE BULK PURCHASING TOOL FOR ENERGY STAR QUALIFIED CFLS

The Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) was created by DOE to assist low-income families in reducing their energy bills by making their homes more energy efficient. In 2002, WAP developed an initiative to aid state weatherization agencies in developing bulk purchasing programs to procure ENERGY STAR qualified refrigerators for installation in weatherized homes. Based on the success of this program, WAP has worked with ENERGY STAR to develop an online bulk-purchasing tool for qualified CFLs. Presenters will demonstrate the features of the on-line tool from both the purchaser and supplier vantage point. Attend this session to learn about applications of the tool and how your company can get involved.

Moderator:

Richard Karney, P.E., U.S. Department of Energy

Speakers:

• Jennifer Bowman, D&R International
  Presentation (PDF, 1 KB)
• Melissa Podeszwa, U.S. Department of Energy, Seattle Regional Office
  Presentation (PDF, 340 KB)

SHOWROOMS & ELECTRICAL DISTRIBUTORS: SUCCESSES FROM THE FIELD

Session participants will discuss ways to partner with showrooms and electrical distributors to promote and sell ENERGY STAR qualified products. Past marketing successes and lessons learned through business-to-business case studies will be showcased. Get first-hand information from showrooms and electrical distributors that are actively involved in promoting and selling ENERGY STAR qualified fixtures, ceiling fans, ceiling fans with light kits, and related products at this session.

Moderator:

David Shiller, U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

Speakers:

• Jeffrey Schwartz, ICF Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 582 KB)
• Tom Woltjer, Northcoast Lighting
  Presentation (PDF, 198 KB)
• Linda Pavletich, Premier Lighting
  Presentation (PDF, 949 KB)
• Brian Simmons, Ecos Consulting
  Presentation (PDF, 233 KB)

PARTNER BREAKOUT SESSIONS