1.  Registration for Energy Crossroads... due by noon Tuesday

2.  Nuclear Energy, the Devil You Should Learn to Love, Weds 4:15.

3.  The Role of Entrepreneurship in Solving World Problems, Weds 4:30

4.  Grid Alternatives: Calendar of Events

5.  California Solar Initiative (CSI) - Status Update

6.  New report on power consumption in servers

7.  Four jobs at Tesla Motors

8.  Business Developer: BP Alternative Energy

9.  Energy Efficiency Program Auditor: KEMA Services, Inc.

10.  Jobs: Staff Engineer / Scientist and Senior Engineer / Scientist TIAX

11.  Two junior research fellow positions: Climate Change Modeling and Policy, Italy

12.  Job: Associate Director of Research, Renewable Energy Choice, Boulder, CO

13.  Program Manager: Climate Solutions Campaign

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ESTIMATING TOTAL POWER CONSUMPTION BY SERVERS IN THE U.S. AND THE WORLD
Jonathan G. Koomey, Ph.D.

http://enterprise.amd.com/us-en/AMD-Business/Technology-Home/Power-Management.aspx

The amount of electricity used by servers and other Internet infrastructure has become an important issue in recent years as demands for new Internet services (like music downloads, video-on-demand, and Internet telephony) have become more widespread.

This study estimates total electricity used by servers in the U.S. and the world by combining measured data and estimates of power used by the most popular servers with data on the server installed base. These estimates are based on more detailed data than are previous assessments, and they will be of use to policy makers and businesses attempting to make sense of recent trends in this industry.

Aggregate electricity use for servers doubled over the period 2000 to 2005 both in the U.S. and worldwide (Figure ES-1). Almost all of this growth was the result of growth in the number of the least expensive servers, with only a small part of that growth being attributable to growth in the power use per unit.

Total power used by servers represented about 0.6% of total U.S. electricity consumption in 2005. When cooling and auxiliary infrastructure are included, that number grows to 1.2%, an amount comparable to that for color televisions. The total power demand in 2005 (including associated infrastructure) is equivalent (in capacity terms) to about five 1000 MW power plants for the U.S. and 14 such plants for the world. The total electricity bill for operating those servers and associated infrastructure in 2005 was about $2.7 B and $7.2 B for the U.S. and the world, respectively.

From: "Gene Berdichevsky" gene@teslamotors.com

We're staffing up in the battery team both for the sedan (Whitestar) and the battery technology group. I'm hoping to find some folks who are not only good engineers but passionate about making impact in energy efficiency.

See attached job descriptions.

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Tesla, by the way, just announced Albuquerque will be the site of its new assembly factory for its 4-door all electric sedan.

Posted on Tue, Feb. 20, 2007
By Matt Nauman
Mercury News
Tesla Motors, the San Carlos electric-car start-up, selected Albuquerque Monday as the site of its factory. The Southwest city beat out Pittsburg, in Contra Costa County, as the location for the 400-job facility.

The plant will assemble a zero-emission, four-door sedan, which carries the code name White Star. Ground will be broken in April 2007, and manufacturing is expected to begin in 2009. The company expects to build 10,000 vehicles a year at the new factory.

Tesla recently opened a research and development facility in Rochester Hills, Mich., but will keep its headquarters in San Carlos.

Any resumes/inquiries should go to Erin.Lannon@bp.com

Location:
Oakland, California
The Business Developer will play a key role in driving significant business growth in the American region for AE through the origination, progression and execution of the portfolio of wind transactions within Americas.

Accountabilities Include:

• Identify suitable power development opportunities and shape/ structure successful projects.
• Lead and support the negotiation and development of commercial contracts, land leases and permits required.
• Advocate with licensing authorities and regulators as necessary to ensure business success.
• Determine project assumptions for economic models; identify key project risks and drivers; establish the project development budget; manage the development of projects on time and within budget.
• Lead the business case definition and assessment of investment options.
• Assume responsibility for a safe design of power projects; coordinating input from Development Engineer to ensure optimum physical solution.
• Coordinate with Project Managers and Operations Manager through the development process to ensure the delivery of the project through the construction phase and the handing over of the operational project.

Required Qualifications:
To be considered for the role of Business Developer applicants must have:

• Legal authorization to work in the US on a full-time basis for anyone other than your current employer.
• A minimum of a Bachelor's Degree.
• Experience in the development of gas and/or wind power generation projects.
• Experience with financial modeling and project financial projections.
• Experience in permitting and environmental review; federal and state regulations related to power projects.

Preferred Qualifications: In addition to the required qualifications the successful candidate is likely to be able to demonstrate:

• An MBA Degree.

For more information about BP's Alternative Energy business, refer to our website at www.bpalternativenergy.com

We are looking for some engineering students who would like a part-time, flexible job doing small business energy efficiency audits.

KEMA Services Inc
492 Ninth Street, Suite 220
Oakland, CA 94607
Tel: 510-891-0446 x 4110
Fax: 510-891-0440
maggie.kennedy@kema.com
Please visit our website www.kema.com

Energy Efficiency Program Auditor
Job Description

Responsibilities
The Program Auditor will be responsible for verifying the installation of energy-efficient lighting and other measures for small businesses in the Bay Area, Central and Silicon Valleys.

(1) Conduct pre- and post-installation inspections of energy saving projects proposed by program-approved contractors. Inspections will typically be performed in small commercial sites. (2) Interact with customer to address questions or concerns about energy using equipment or the Program. (3) Perform updates of projects on web-based software program. (4) Interface with installation contractors as necessary.

Qualifications

(1) At a minimum, coursework in a technical field such as engineering, architecture, or sciences. Work experience may take the place of coursework. (2) Customer Service Skills (3) Strong oral and written communication skills. (4) Must have own vehicle and computer. Mileage will be reimbursed. (5) Must be a U.S. Citizen or authorized to work in the United States.

Start Date:   Immediately
End Date:   Summer 2007 (estimated)
Day/Hours:   Flexible (approx. 20 hours/week)
Pay Rate: $15 per hour depending on experience

Please respond to:

BEST Program
KEMA, Inc.
492 Ninth Street, Suite 220
Oakland, CA 94607

PHONE: 800-576-6405
FAX: 510-891-0430

Email: BEST@kema.com

TIAX LLC Southern California (Irvine) and Northern California (Cupertino) Offices

TIAX LLC is seeking two exceptionally qualified individuals to join our California offices (one person in Southern California - Irvine and one in Northern California - Cupertino). We seek individuals to work for TIAX in one of the following two possible capacities: 1) Staff Engineer / Scientist, or 2) Senior Engineer / Scientist. The final determination as to the position filled will depend on the qualifications of available candidates, and other factors. TIAX's salary and benefits package are highly competitive and are commensurate with the winning candidate's experience and the position being filled.

Description of Responsibilities

The available positions are in TIAX's Transportation & Energy Systems group, which works with public and private clients to analyze and implement energy, greenhouse gas, and air quality solutions involving advanced transportation technologies and alternative fuels. The Irvine position will be focused in the near-term on air quality impacts of the goods movement in California, including working on cutting-edge, multi-million dollar programs to reduce emissions from heavy-duty diesel vehicles in California. The Cupertino position will also support the good movement programs, as well as a variety of projects involving emissions assessments, energy analyses, advanced technology evaluations, and policy analyses. Recent topics encountered in both Irvine and Cupertino office include: alternative fuels and infrastructure, fuel cell and hybrid-electric light- and heavy-duty vehicles, advanced diesel technologies such as NOx and PM after-treatment devices, and greenhouse gas reduction incentives.

The Staff Engineer or Senior Engineer will perform engineering assessments of low-emission technologies and fuels including well-to-wheels analyses, develop analysis tools, collect and analyze technical data, write technical reports and presentations, meet with clients, and occasionally provide engineering services in the field. Both positions have task or project management responsibilities and significant opportunities for career development.

The most competitive candidates will have the following skills, capabilities and experience. TIAX will consider variations from these qualifications (e.g., differing academic degrees or direct experience) on a case-by-case basis.
A. Desired Qualifications for Staff Engineer Position (entry-level to moderate experience)

BS/MS degree in engineering or related field; 0-3 years of professional experience assessing, analyzing, and/or developing advanced energy technologies or air pollution control strategies in mobile or stationary source applications. Excellent written and verbal skills, with fluency in English and proven ability to work effectively with staff, clients, and the general public. Proficiency with MS Word, MS Excel, and MS Power Point. Eagerness and capacity to learn new skills, take on increasing responsibility, and work with minimal supervision. Experience in development of tools and models will be beneficial.

B. Additional Desired Qualifications for Senior Engineer / Scientist
MS or PhD in engineering or related discipline with 3-10 years of experience. At least two years of experience in project management.

Interested parties should contact:

Position in Southern California (Irvine)
Jon Leonard, Principal
Leonard.jon@tiaxllc.com
Position in Northern California (Cupertino)
Michael D. Jackson, Senior Director
949-833-7131
408-517-1560
jackson.michael@tiaxllc.com
Alternate contact:
Joy Wittman, Administrative Assistant
408-517-1576
wittman.joy@tiaxllc.com

ABOUT TIAX LLC
TIAX LLC is a collaborative R&D company. We help our clients accelerate their innovation-linking laboratories to markets to create value for business and improve people's lives. Formed from Arthur D. Little's Technology & Innovation business, TIAX builds on a rich history of collaboration and client success that spans more than 100 years. By integrating business, technology and hands-on laboratory expertise we are sharply focused on implementation and creating sustainable impact for our clients. TIAX has major laboratory facilities at its Cambridge Massachusetts headquarters, and is ISO 9001 registered. We operate California offices in Cupertino and Irvine, with focal areas that include a variety of fields within environmental protection, energy and power generation. These include:

• Emissions Control Technologies
• Advanced Diesel Propulsion Technologies
• Hybrid Electric Propulsion Technologies
• Alternative Fuel Engines and Vehicles
• Hydrogen and Fuel Cells
• Distributed Generation and Micropower

For more information, visit our website at www.tiaxllc.co

FONDAZIONE ENI ENRICO MATTEI
Research Programme on Climate Change Modelling and Policy

The Fondazione Eni Enrico Mattei (FEEM), an Italian research institute that carries out research on sustainable development, invites applications for two junior research fellowship positions in its Programme on Climate Change Modelling and Policy. The main area of research is integrated assessment models.

Position 1. The required candidate is expected to have a good general background in applied and theoretical economics, possibly with previous experience in computable general equilibrium modelling. He/she will work in a modelling team dealing with economic impacts of climate change, in several dimensions: sea level rise, energy demand, tourism, etc. Variants of the GTAP-E model are used as a common platform for the simulations exercises. Both static and dynamic model versions are developed. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in economics or be near its completion, and experience in integrated climate modelling and general equilibrium models. Duties will be performed at the FEEM offices in Venice, Italy.

Position 2. The required candidate is expected to have a good general background in applied and theoretical economics, possibly with previous experience in dynamic modelling. He/she will work in a modelling team dealing with economy, energy and climate change. A background in energy engineering will be considered as an appreciable asset. Candidates must have a Ph.D. in economics/energy engineer or be near its completion, and experience in modelling. An outline of the modelling done so far is available at http://www.feem-web.it/witch// . Duties will be performed at the FEEM offices in Milan, Italy.

The candidates will interact with researchers of different nationalities, and will write and present scientific papers. Part of the activities are realized in the context of European research projects.

Very good written and spoken English is essential for these positions.

FEEM offers an international and interdisciplinary environment, the possibility to develop an innovative research programme and a world-wide network of research institutions in the field of climate change. A full range of the activities of FEEM and its Programme on Climate Change Modelling and Policy is available at http://www.feem.it/.

Appointments may begin immediately and will last at least one year. The candidates are expected to join FEEM for no less than one year. Gross salary will be based on qualification and working experience (25,000 to 35,000 Euro/yearly). Higher salaries may be considered for particularly experienced candidates.

Applicants should send a detailed curriculum vitae with a full list of publications and at least one letter of recommendation to: Monica Eberle, monica.eberle@feem.it.

Company

Renewable Choice Energy is a leading national retail supplier of clean energy. We provide our customers with a range of solutions to address the carbon impact of their energy supply and other environmental solutions, primarily through the voluntary purchase of renewable energy credits (RECs). We are a fast-growing company filled with entrepreneurial, self-motivated individuals committed to environmental ideals. The company and the position are based in Boulder, Colorado.

Responsibilities

The Associate Director of Research and Market Analytics will be responsible for developing and delivering detailed market information to the senior management team of Renewable Choice Energy. This position will be directly involved in strategy development, partnership development and procurement negotiation for renewable energy credits and other environmental products. This position will also be responsible for monitoring regulatory and policy changes, including serving as liaison to industry associations and policy development processes.

Director will be responsible for establishing and managing research goals in conjunction with senior management. This position requires engaging with renewable energy developers, owners and industry participants.

Qualifications

The ideal candidate will have:

• Professional experience in the renewable energy industry,
• Demonstrated experience managing complex quantitative analysis,
• Familiarity with state and federal renewable energy policy,
• Outstanding written, verbal and presentation communication skills,
• Undergraduate degree in relevant field,
• Ability to manage specific resource, time, and budget commitments,
• Ability to handle multiple responsibilities in a small, fast-paced work environment,
• Comfort working with other team members to support a growing organization,
• A commitment to renewable energy development and climate change abatement.

Qualifications

Commensurate with experience and commitment, including benefits.

Interested candidates should send a cover letter, resume and references to associate@renewablechoice.com

2/22/07

Summary
The Program Manger for Ecology Action's Climate Solutions Campaign is responsible for translating Ecology Action's climate protection strategic objectives into on-the-ground programming. The Manager is responsible for building a broad network of partnerships with leaders from all sectors of the community including elected officials, businesses, schools, local government administrators, technical consultants, funders, religious leaders, and environmental professionals. The Manager is responsible for all duties required to create and manage grant-funded initiatives including program design, funding development, program start-up, marketing, promotion, outreach and budget management. The position will be responsible for recruiting and managing Climate Solutions Campaign staff as funding is developed. The Manager will act as a high level spokesperson and advocate in the Region. The position is based in Santa Cruz.

Examples of Specific Responsibilities

• Coordinate a regional advisory body for the Campaign
• Design programs and develop funding proposals
• Conduct emissions inventories for specific entities and the Region
• Develop carbon reduction actions plans for specific entities
• Deliver emissions reduction technical assistance to all sectors of the community
• Manage technical and operational subcontractors
• Track the implementation of AB 32
• Design and develop high profile multi-sector carbon reduction community communications campaigns
• Communicate regional carbon reduction vision to stakeholders
• Develop and manage budgets
• Recruit, train, hire, manage staff
• Develop and submit progress reports to funders, internal managers and the Board of Directors

Required Skills

• Superb leadership and communication skills
• Ability to effectively manage multiple complex projects simultaneously
• Proficiency in the use of MS Office Suite, particularly Excel and Word

Required Experience

• Program design, start up and delivery
• Program funding development and proposal development
• Client interaction and reporting
• Execution of high-level and grassroots marketing campaigns
• Staff management
• Budget management

Desired Experience

• Relationships with leaders from all sectors in the Region
• Knowledge of voluntary carbon market emissions reduction techniques and programming
• Familiarity with emissions inventory software tools.

Degree/Major

• BA/BS Degree in related field or equivalent related experience.
• MBA, CPA, and/CMA an advantage.

Compensation:
$60K-$80K annually (10% of which is tied to performance)

How to Apply:
Please send qualifications to jobs@ecoact.org

Ecology Action believes that each employee makes a significant contribution to our success and is not limited by the assigned responsibilities. This position description outlines primary duties, qualifications, and job scope, but is not intended to be a comprehensive description of job responsibilities. We support each employee to deliver their talents wherever and whenever necessary to ensure the success of our endeavors.