The Covid19 virus has made changes necessary to our building operations. The energy engineering community has been learning about new ventilation rate recommendations, filter upgrades, air cleaners, UV-C fixtures and the like even while we look at less dense space use and reduced occupancies.

While energy has taken a backseat to health and safety in the fight to mitigate the spread of Covid19, we recognize that there are negative energy impacts associated with these changes. Our speakers will help us better understand and project the likely energy impacts based on a macro-data national view, a study conducted for NYSERDA, and on experience in NYC public buildings.

Speakers

Dr. A.J. Golding, Columbia University

Keith Rinaldi, Edison Energy

Elizabeth Taveras, NYC Dept of Citywide Administrative Services

Harris Schaer, NYC Dept of Cultural Affairs