INGERSOLL : Rand Engages Policymakers and Industrial Leaders On Smart Grid and Demand Response Issues
07/14/2011 | 09:05am
Representatives from Ingersoll
Rand (NYSE:IR), a world leader in creating and sustaining safe,
comfortable and efficient environments, will participate in the 2011
National Town Meeting on Demand Response and Smart Grid (DRSG). This
major conference brings together a large and diverse array of smart grid
and demand response stakeholders to discuss the state of the smart grid
rollout effort in the United States.
Specific sessions will address a number of critical issues, including
available technology and solutions that can solve issues and manage peak
load and renewable integration goals.
"This DRSG event brings together many significant players along the
value chain of electricity - from generation all the way to use in
peoples' homes and businesses," said Scott Tew, executive director, Center
for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability at Ingersoll Rand.
"Discussion of smart grid can often be very complex, but it boils down
to how energy will be generated, distributed and consumed in the future.
As those involved work to shape this future many elements remain
unclear, but what we do know is that the next 20 years will be vastly
different than the last 20."
Speaking for Trane will be, Eugene Smithart, systems solutions
director. Smithart will share his expertise as a panelist
during the Under the Tent B-2 breakout session and discuss:
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Key methods of reducing energy - thermal storage systems that cool and
store air overnight for use during hot periods of the day, drawing
less on the grid during peak demand and cost times.
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Thursday, July 14th at 11:00 a.m.
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Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center
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The event is expected to attract a large turnout, with speakers from the
Department of Energy, GE Global Research, Verizon, Pepco, U.S. Green
Building Council and multiple utility companies. Attendees will include
many state regulatory officials and experts on energy issues.
In addition to covering many pertinent topics, this conference will have
ample opportunities for open discussions and networking. Ingersoll Rand
will hold a breakfast on July 14th, to which all attendees
are invited.
View the 2011 National Town Meeting on Demand Response and Smart Grid
(DRSG) agenda
here.
About Ingersoll Rand
Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) is a world leader in creating and sustaining
safe, comfortable and efficient environments in commercial, residential
and industrial markets. Our people and our family of brands - including
Club Car®, Hussmann®, Ingersoll Rand®, Schlage®, Thermo King® and Trane®
- work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and
buildings, transport and protect food and perishables, secure homes and
commercial properties, and increase industrial productivity and
efficiency. The Center for Energy Efficiency and Sustainability at
Ingersoll Rand is a global group of experts dedicated to integrating
best practices for the long-term use of energy and other resources.
Ingersoll Rand is a $14 billion global business committed to sustainable
business practices within our company and for our customers. For more
information, visit www.ingersollrand.com.
Ingersoll Rand
Christopher Tessier, (704) 877-7216
christopher.tessier@irco.com
© Business Wire 2011
