CEE301 and Energy301:  The Energy Seminar. Wednesdays, 4:15 to 5:15, in 260-113 (note new location). FYI, students are eligible to take the Energy Seminar for credit multiple times.

January 10, Professor Amos Nur
Stanford, Department of Geophysics
Oil and War:  Oil Peak vs. Oil Panic

January 17
TBD

January 24, Nadejda Victor
Stanford, Program on Energy and Sustainable Development
National Gas Companies and Russia (title TBD)

January 31, Deborah Sivas
Stanford Law School
Commonwealth of Massachusetts vs. EPA (the first climate change case before the US Supreme Court)

February 7, Professor Nick Jenkins
University of Manchester, UK, Electrical Energy and Power Systems
Large-scale generation of electricity from renewable energy

February 14, JB Straubel
Tesla Motors, Chief Technical Officer
Title TBD

February 21, Amory Lovins
Rocky Mountain Institute, CEO and Co-founder
Stanford MAP/Ming Professor for spring quarter '07
Title TBD

February 28, Professor Burton Richter
Stanford Linear Accelerator Center
Nuclear Energy, the Devil you should learn to Love
In conjunction with class ERE Department Seminar

March 7, Professor Friedrich Prinz
Stanford, Department of Mechanical Engineering-Design, Materials Science and Engineering
Energy Conversion at Nanoscale

March 14, Professor Hillard Huntington
Stanford, Management Science and Engineering
Energy Modeling Forum

The California Solar Initiative incentives will be paid out on an up-front basis based on expected performance. The website to calculate this expected performance is now online.

http://www.csi-epbb.com/

(I just tried it and... well... maybe it will work by the time you try it... gm)

Government subsidy is a subject that seems to be part of almost any conversation in the Greentech industry today. Whether you're talking about solar feed-in tariffs in Germany, the wind production tax credit in the U.S. or the $0.51/gallon ethanol subsidy in the U.S., subsidies are a hot topic.

Visit ThinkEquity Partners, web site for more information. http://www.thinkequity.com/

Jan 2 - Residents or businesses within 10 miles of the Monticello and Prairie Island nuclear power plants will be offered two doses of potassium iodide as a precaution against radiation, the Minnesota Department of Public Safety said today.

The dosages would offer the thyroid gland limited protection against radiation absorption, but they wouldn't protect other parts of the body.

It is considered an additional safeguard in the event of a nuclear plant incident.

Residents will receive a voucher that can be presented to one of six participating Target pharmacies.

Dec 28 - American Electric Power's Appalachian Power subsidiary said higher-than-expected costs have caused it to delay issuing a revised estimate for the next-generation, integrated-gasification, combined cycle, coal-fired power plant it wants to build in Mason County.

The company said earlier this year the plant would probably cost about $1 billion. "The latest cost information is turning out to be higher than we anticipated

"What we've found out is, part of the higher cost is from the construction market - concrete, steel, labor - the regular things you have in construction," Matheney said.

The company previously estimated the cost of the first commercial-scale Integrated Gasification Combined Cycle power plant would be about 20 percent higher than the cost of building a conventional coal-fired power plant.

A meeting to formulate and begin the implementation of strategies to expand the market for solar water heating (SWH) technologies in the U.S will be held by the Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy's Solar Energy Technologies Program on January 18 and 19, 2007 at the Marriott Courtyard San Diego Downtown hotel in San Diego, California.

This workshop will explore the greenhouse gas reduction capabilities of SWH, and how SWH is playing a growing role in the Renewable Energy Credit marketplace. With the enactment into law of the federal Investment Tax Credit (ITC) this year, the SWH industry is experiencing faster growth than at any point in the last two decades, and with the prospects positive for an extension of the ITC in 2007, this trend should continue to accelerate.

Still, the SWH market in Europe is far larger than that in the U.S., and the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) is committed to finding ways to begin to duplicate the European experience. That is why representatives from the DOE and the National Renewable Energy Laboratory will be joined in attendance by representatives from the U.S. SWH industry, the European Solar Thermal Industry Federation (ESTIF), and the German SWH industry.

If you would like to attend please RSVP to Mamatha Gowda, McNeil Technologies, at mgowda@mcneiltech.com or 440-250-0629.

Full- or part-time, temporary (#500-04)

Key Duties and Responsibilities

• The research analyst assists colleagues in preparing information products and services. In particular, the work will focus on energy end-use technologies and utility programs that promote energy efficiency in homes, businesses, and institutional buildings. The tasks will consist largely of collecting published materials, conducting interviews, analyzing data, organizing information, developing actionable recommendations, and writing short articles.
• This individual must be able to work cooperatively as part of a team in addition to working independently on assigned tasks.

Qualifications

• College graduate (at least BA or BS degree) or higher-level degree.
• Excellent writing skills
• Critical thinking capabilities.
• The ability to explain complex technologies to a general interest audience
• An understanding of energy markets and energy end-use technologies
• Familiarity with Microsoft Office (especially Word and Excel)

E Source provides unbiased, independent analysis of retail energy markets, services, and technologies. We offer competitive salaries and benefits in a fun and energized work environment. Our autonomous culture rewards goal-oriented professionals who enjoy meeting challenges head-on.

This temporary position may lead to a more permanent employment opportunity in the future. Please send cover letter, resume, and two writing samples to obs@esource.com, with "Research Analyst 500-04" in the subject line.

Provide strategic consulting services to clients:  energy companies, government organizations, and equipment suppliers. These services will expand the adoption and utilization of clean energy technologies:  energy efficiency, demand response, distributed generation, renewable generation, and alternate fuels.

This position is designed to support the Energy Practice by:

• Analyzing clean energy markets and trends
• Assessing and enhancing clean energy technologies and business models
• Evaluating and developing clean energy programs and strategies for utilities, government, and energy companies

Responsibilities

• Provide detailed fact finding, research, and analysis
• Support development of intellectual capital regarding energy efficiency and demand response program design, best practices, and policies
• Perform technology assessments; statistical and economic analyses; data collection and spreadsheet creation and management
• Provide analysis of program and policy options to accelerate the deployment of clean energy technologies
• Prepare reports, presentations, and other documents for clients
• Present results of assigned tasks and analyses to clients
• Interview business managers, technology experts, and public policy officials
• Work effectively with colleagues and client staff as part of a project team and work independently as needed

Candidate Qualifications

• Strong interest in energy efficiency, renewable energy, distributed generation, and advanced technologies
• Masters of Science in Engineering (preferably mechanical or electrical)
• 2 to 5 years of relevant work experience
• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving skills
• Excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills
• High degree of self-confidence and determination
• Highly developed organizational and management skills
• Ability to manage multiple time-sensitive priorities without diminished effectiveness
• Proficiency with spreadsheets, databases, word processing, and slide presentation software
• Experience developing and using analytical models and simulations
• Ability to travel and to work overtime hours as needed

Compensation Package

• Navigant Consulting offers comprehensive compensation packages including a competitive base salary, performance-based compensation, medical/dental/life insurance, 401(k) and employee stock purchase plans.

Contact

If interested, please contact David Kenny at dkenny@navigantconsulting.com.

EOE M/F/D/V

The Intelligent Energy - Europe Agency has job vacancies for project officers in the fields of energy efficiency and renewable energy. The deadline for applications is 21 December 2006.

More information:  http://ec.europa.eu/energy/intelligent/ieea/jobs_en.htm

Magda MONER-GIRONA
Renewable Energies Unit
Institute for Environment and Sustainability
European Commission- DG Joint Research Centre

Via E. Fermi 1 - TP 450
I-21020 Ispra (VA)
Italy

Tel:  +39 0332 785408
Fax:  +39 0332 789992

magda.MONER@ec.europa.eu
http://www.jrc.cec.eu.int

Affiliated Engineers, Inc. (AEI) is currently seeking a Sustainable Design Analyst for its Madison, WI office. AEI is one of the nation's leading MEP design firms. AEI provides engineering consulting in the areas of traditional MEP (mechanical, electrical, plumbing) as well as IT, fire protection, architectural lighting and sustainable design. The bulk of its work tends to be focused on large and complex projects, both nationally and internationally. The demands of these projects present unique opportunities for innovative design and the potential to make large impacts on energy consumption and MEP design practice.

The Analyst will work with our sustainable practice team to help evaluate building and system design strategies. The emphasis will be on using building, CFD, and daylight simulation tools to help inform design, as well as document performance compared to accepted standards. The Analyst will also work to educate clients, architects and engineers on new technologies and innovative solutions. There will be opportunity to work with design engineers and develop better understanding and knowledge of the MEP consulting field. Our sustainable practice is growing and will provide you an opportunity to grow with it.

The candidate should be an HVAC/Mechanical/Architectural/Energy Engineer and/or Energy Modeler with 1+ years of relevant experience using building simulation tools. Degree required. The candidate will have strong knowledge of TRNSYS, DOE-2, TRACE, or EnergyPlus. Experience with CFD or daylight modeling would be beneficial. Experience with HVAC systems and/or HVAC controls is ideal. The candidate should have excellent abilities with MS Excel; familiarity with VBA is a plus. Experience with other programming languages is also a plus. Candidate should be a creative thinker with effective communication and teamwork skills. The person would ideally be environmentally minded with an understanding of energy and climate change issues.

The position is for the Madison office, the headquarters of Affiliated Engineers (www.aeieng.com). The Madison office maintains its own projects and also provides sustainable design assistance to its other offices. Madison is a highly praised city with an excellent quality of life. The downtown area is situated between two large, beautiful lakes, and the University of Wisconsin and State Capitol provide countless opportunities for cultural, social, and educational activities.

If you are interested in learning more about Affiliated Engineers and this opportunity, please respond to the contact below:

Human Resources
hrmadison@aeieng.com
Fax:  608-236-1167
PO Box 44991
Madison WI 53744-4991

From:  "Aaron Nitzkin" anitzkin@oldcountryroofing.com

We are expanding our solar team at Old Country Roofing with four newly created positions:

1. Solar Engineer (based in Vacaville)
2. Marketing Coordinator (based in Vacaville)
3. Field Operations Manager (based in Vacaville)
4. Sales Manager (based in Fresno / Bakersfield)/li>

Position:  Solar Engineer

Location:  Vacaville, CA (Corporate Headquarters)

Do you have the experience and desire to be a key player in the blossoming solar industry in California? Old Country Roofing, one of the largest and most respected roofing companies in Northern California, has launched an ambitious solar initiative that will position it to be the preeminent new residential solar roofing contractor in the state. To support this endeavor we need an experienced, hands-on Solar Engineer to work out of our corporate office in Vacaville, CA. The Solar Engineer will be responsible for drafting of mechanical and electrical plans to support solar on new home developments throughout Central and Northern California. Our ideal candidate will be an experienced draftsperson.

Minimum Desired Qualifications:

• At least 3 years professional engineering experience, ideally within the solar industry
• Ability to read and understand architectural plans and schematics
• Computer drawing skills (e.g. AutoCAD)
• High degree of attention to detail and follow-through
• Familiarity with the NEC Code and the ability to reference the code as required
• Knowledge of Universal Building Codes and building materials and techniques (i.e. lumber, roofing materials, etc.)
• Disciplined, self-motivated work style
• 4 year college degree in engineering
• Must have excellent oral and written communication skills and strong administrative skills including the ability to multitask and prioritize

Competitive pay and benefits, 401(k), dental, medical, LTD, Life and AD&D. Send resume and cover letter to Dept. 06-117, 190 S. Orchard Ave., Suite B-101, Vacaville, CA 95688 or by email to hr@oldcountryroofing.com. EOE

Position:  Software Support Engineer

Position Summary:

eMeter is looking for a quick learner interested in supporting an industry-leading enterprise software platform that maximizes the value of energy metering data.

The ideal candidate will have experience problem solving and debugging in an enterprise software environment, computer software background, and client support experience. The candidate will be working in a fast-paced environment with a diverse team of support and deployment engineers, business/data analytics experts, QA and development engineers.

The candidate need not have an engineering background if he or she has sufficient computer experience and a fast learning curve. The qualified candidate will have 6 months to 4 years experience in a fast-paced software &/or customer service environment and will contribute to the growth of the support services team in pursuing our goal of exceeding customer expectations in software support. The candidate should also be comfortable driving resolution of customer issues and bug fixes, perpetuating support service standards, and working well in front of customers. This job may require some travel. Please send your resume to jobops705@emeter.com

Responsibilities:

• Develop understanding of how to operate PIPe (Power Information Platform by eMeter) software and build expertise in particular components
• Provide client-facing support for software bugs and operational issues
• Manage client issues and escalate as necessary
• Interface with internal knowledge base
• Problem solve and troubleshoot various software, data, and operational issues
• Log, track, and drive resolution of issues; verify and close resolved issues
• Develop, document, and drive support standards, cost tracking, and knowledge transfer
• Drive process improvements, tool development, and documentation to propel the software support process
• Leverage web-enabled support tools that facilitate excellent support and rapid growth
• Support remote administration of customer software

Required Skills / Key Experience and Characteristics

• Demonstrated ability to learn quickly
• Ability to effectively communicate technical issues
• Strong problem solving and software troubleshooting skills
• Hands-on working knowledge of a UNIX / Windows environment

Desired but not Required Skills / Experience

• Support, administration and/or installation of enterprise software
• Web-enabled support tools
• Siebel, Tibco &/or MQ Series messaging, Tibco Siebel adapter
• Java Applications - Administration or Support
• Web Services, Tomcat Server - Administration or support
• Knowledge of networking and the Internet:  TCP/IP, WWW, FTP, SMTP, TELNET, SSH, etc.
• Knowledge of Oracle / SQL*PLUS

This position requires a person who is a self-starter, professional, friendly, and reliable with a customer service minded, "can do" attitude. The candidate should be a good communicator with an eye for detail. Must demonstrate the ability to be proactive with a "hit the ground running" approach.

This position may require 24 x 7 coverage and response to system alerts during "on-call" periods.

Company Overview:

eMeter is a fast-growing enterprise software company providing energy information management software and services to utilities in electricity, natural gas, and water. eMeter's products allow clients to maximize the value of Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) and Automated Meter Reading (AMR) investments.

eMeter is a privately-held Silicon Valley-based company located in Redwood City, CA. For more information on eMeter visit http://www.emeter.com

Ecole Polytechnique Federale de Lausanne, Switzerland

In order to develop research and educational programs in the field of the renewable energies and their integration within various infrastructures (energy production and transportation facilities, energy distribution networks, municipal infrastructures as well as industrial, commercial and residential buildings), we are looking for a Tenure Track Assistant Professor in Sustainable Energy.

A strong expertise in the renewable energy science and technologies is desired. Research areas of interest include wind energy, biofuels, hydroelectric, solar thermal, geothermal and fuel-cells as well as various energy storage technologies. The successful candidate is expected to initiate independent, creative research programs and participate in undergraduate and graduate teaching.

Significant start-up resources and research infrastructure will be available. Internationally competitive salaries and benefits are offered.

To apply, please follow the application procedure at http://enac.epfl.ch/facultypositions. The following documents are requested in PDF format:   motivation letter, curriculum vitae, publications list, concise statement of research and teaching interests, as well as the names and addresses (including e-mail) of at least five referees. Screening will start on April 15th, 2007. Further questions can be addressed to:

Professor Laurent Vulliet, Dean
School of Architecture, Civil and Environmental
Engineering, EPFL
CH-1015 Lausanne
Switzerland

For additional information on EPFL, please consult:  http://www.epfl.ch or http://enac.epfl.ch