A panel discussion at the UT Energy Week on 2/5, moderated by Dr Nagy, and sponsored by The University of Texas at Austin Student Chapter of ASHRAE
Buildings account for 40% of energy consumption in the United States. In the growing age of ‘smart’ technologies and sustainable design, how do these influence energy usage in commercial buildings? This panel will assess current design and technology-based solutions for their energy saving capabilities in existing and new commercial buildings and project the future of the industry. Discussion will also touch on the following questions: What does ‘smart building’ look like now, and in the future? What are barriers to adoption and challenges to implement tech-based solutions? How will standards and certifications (e.g., AEGB, ASHRAE, LEED, WELL, Living Building) evolve to make way for these changes?
https://energyweek.utexas.edu/tuesday-2019/#build
Panel of experts:
Michael Sweeney, Associate Principal, Arup
Sarah Talkington, Project Manager, Austin Energy – Commercial Green Building
Allison Wilson, Sustainability Director, Ayers Saint Gross
