On March 27th, Big Shine Energy proudly hosted an insightful Energy Symposium at the Omni Hotel in Louisville, Kentucky. This dynamic event brought together industry leaders, energy experts, and sustainability advocates for an engaging day of discussions, presentations, and exhibits focused on energy efficiency and renewable solutions.
Key Presentations and Insights
Attendees had the opportunity to gain valuable knowledge from three key presentations:
- 179D and More – A comprehensive session on tax deductions, utility incentives, and financial benefits for energy-efficient building upgrades and funding green projects.
- Optimizing Building Management Systems (BMS) – An in-depth look at how BMS technology enhances energy efficiency, automation, and system integration.
- Solar for Your Facility – A compelling presentation on the growing impact of solar energy, including financing options and case studies of successful solar deployments.
Dr. Eric Woodroof, a renowned expert in sustainability and energy efficiency, also joined the event to share his valuable insights and expertise.
Exhibitor Highlights
The symposium featured Apogee Climate & Energy Transitions as an exhibitor, showcasing their efforts in climate-focused initiatives and energy transition strategies. Additionally, Big Shine Energy’s various divisions highlighted their cutting-edge solutions.
- The LED Division displayed its advanced industrial high bays and commercial control systems, including the SK7 with a lumen package of 200 lm/W, the Blue 7 built for high-temperature environments, and modular exterior lighting options. It also featured the Lutron Vive system components for commercial building applications.
- The Solar Division showcased its drone-assisted operations and maintenance capabilities with a live demonstration of the Mavic Enterprise drone, the BSE-N bi-facial solar photovoltaic module, and the top of the line SMA inverters used in most of our systems.
- The Energy Auditing Division featured a live building energy model demonstration on eQuest, it showcased auditing tools, BMS hardware samples, and industrial data logging technology.
Exciting Raffle and Giveaways
As part of the event and to show our appreciation for all attendees, Big Shine Energy hosted a raffle where several lucky attendees won exciting prizes, including complimentary ASHRAE Level 1 energy audits. These audits provide valuable insights into energy consumption and efficiency opportunities, helping businesses take actionable steps toward sustainability.
A Bright Future for Energy Efficiency
The event underscored Big Shine Energy’s commitment to advocating energy efficiency and sustainability practices in the industry. We extend our gratitude to all presenters, exhibitors, and attendees who made this symposium a success.
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