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The University of Delaware is one of 24 universities from across the country to revieve the Department of Energy

U.S. Senators Tom Carper and Chris Coons, and Representative John Carney (all D-Del) today announced a total of $1 million in Department of Energy (DOE) funding to help train undergraduate-and graduate-level engineering students at the University of Delaware in manufacturing efficiency.  This award puts these students one step closer to becoming the nation’s next generation of industrial energy efficiency experts.

“This grant from the Department of Energy will allow University of Delaware students to apply what they have learned in the classroom about energy efficiency to assist real manufacturing businesses,” said Senator Carper. “This funding will not only allow the students to gain real world expertise in their field, but also provide savings to the manufacturers they assist. That’s what I call a win-win for businesses and Delaware’s next generation of engineers.”

“As a member of the Senate Committee on Energy and Natural Resources, I am thrilled that this extremely important program has been extended, and I’m excited by the notion that we are continuing to train part of the next generation of industrial energy efficiency experts right here in Delaware,” Senator Coons said.  “Delaware has a strong grounding in clean energy manufacturing.  We can enhance that by promoting clean energy management opportunities to local manufacturing companies while providing job skills and experience to energy-savvy students.  I‘ve seen the work of the students in this program, and I look forward to following their work as they continue to play an important role in making companies more energy efficient.”

"A great way to increase production of American-made goods is by teaching young people about engineering and energy efficiency in the manufacturing industry," said Congressman Carney. "This grant will help prepare Delaware's workforce for the 21st century while enabling our state's companies to improve production, streamline management, and develop relationships with quality talent."

The University of Delaware is one of 24 universities in 23 states across the country to receive the award.  Each school will receive $200,000 to $300,000 per year for up to five years to help university teams to gain practical training on core energy management concepts through DOE’s Industrial Assessment Center program. 

The Industrial Assessment Center provides local manufacturing plants with energy audits and suggestions to reduce energy use and save money.  Through the Industrial Assessment Center program, engineering students will have the opportunity to conduct energy assessments in a broad range of manufacturing facilities.  Students will receive extensive training in industrial processes, energy assessment procedures and energy management principles.  Under the program, each Industrial Assessment Center will be expected to train at least 10 to 15 students per year, conduct approximately 20 energy assessments annually, and perform extensive follow-up reporting, tracking, implementation, and management-improvement activities. 

The Linda Latham Scholarship fund was established in memory of Linda Latham who served as ACEEE's Chief Operating Officer until her untimely death in September 2011.To be eligible, the applicant must be an undergraduate or graduate student in an accredited college or university whose course work is related to energy/energy efficiency, climate change, environmental science, or a related field of study, and who is considering a career in energy/energy efficiency. "Latham Scholars" will be exposed to new ideas and opportunities as they interact with energy efficiency experts from around the world.

Applicants can either complete the online application at http://form.jotform.com/form/20051526472 or use the form found on the ACEEE website and e-mail it in a Word file to scholarships@aceee.org. Applications must be submitted with required attachments including a copy of the applicant's Student ID and proof of student status (unofficial transcript/enrollment for current semester). No applications will be accepted after the March 20, 2012 deadline.

For full details visit the ACEEE website

During a visit to the University of Miami to highlight his administration's all-out, all-of-the-above approach to American energy, President Obama today touted the Energy Department's cost-cutting Industrial Assessment Program. The program supports university-based Industrial Assessment Centers (IACs) across the country, which provide students with critical skills and training to conduct energy assessments in a broad range of facilities, while producing real cost savings for small to mid-size manufacturers. To date, these assessments have helped save over 530 trillion British Thermal Units (BTUs) of energy—enough to meet the energy needs of 5.5 million American homes—and have helped participating manufacturers save more than $5.6 billion in energy costs. Full Story

Registration is now available for the 2012 ACEEE Summer Study on Energy Efficiency in Buildings. Simply go to: http://www.aceee.org/conferences/2012/ssb for more information about registering, lodging, panels, and program details. Follow the quick and easy steps by the March 12th deadline to secure the Early Bird rate of $800. Book your lodging at Asilomar by filling out the Housing Form found at http://www.aceee.org/conferences/2012/ssb/accommodations..

This 17th biennial event will have presentations and discussions related to its theme, "Fueling Our Future with Efficiency." A diverse group of professionals from around the world will gather at this pre-eminent meeting to discuss the technological basis for, and practical implementation of, reducing energy use and climate impacts associated with buildings. Individuals interested in addressing energy efficiency and climate change issues associated with buildings through innovative technologies, programs, and policies are encouraged to attend. Be sure to sign up early for this opportunity to participate in a unique blend of presentations and informal meetings.

Formal presentations will be given in the mornings, informal and display sessions will take place in the afternoons, plenaries will be presented in the evenings, and ample time will be provided for networking. Come to the 2012 Summer Study where you can share your ideas and engage in dialogue with leading thinkers, visionaries, and luminaries in the field, while experiencing the magnificent natural setting of Asilomar.