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Tulane University recently embarked on a journey to transform its campus infrastructure through a unique 30-year Energy-as-a-Service partnership. This initiative includes extensive improvements to enhance the university’s sustainability and resilience, such as the construction of a 1-megawatt solar generation facility. Tulane aims to significantly reduce its annual greenhouse gas emissions and work towards achieving carbon neutrality by 2050 by implementing these innovative measures.
The session focuses on delivering infrastructure upgrades that enhance the resiliency and reliability of critical systems while moving buildings closer to attaining certified Net Zero Energy status. Bernhard, the project partner, is utilizing innovative technologies, such as building management and data analytics tools, Bernhard Connect®, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, asset performance monitoring, and measurement and verification (M&V) of energy savings. These tools play a vital role in driving the project’s success.
Our experts highlight real-world case studies and technologies in this presentation. Participants will gain valuable insights into the key challenges faced by facility professionals and the specific measures implemented to address these challenges. Attendees will leave this session equipped with practical knowledge and strategies for navigating the overall cost of ownership in the context of emerging technologies, ultimately paving the way for smarter and more sustainable buildings of the future.
1. Gain insights into the strategies and measures needed to significantly reduce greenhouse gas emissions and achieve carbon neutrality through a real-world case study.
2. Explore innovative technologies, such as building management systems, data analytics tools, combined heat and power (CHP) systems, and asset performance monitoring.
3. Gain practical knowledge and strategies for managing the overall cost of ownership in the context of emerging technologies and for paving the way towards smarter and more sustainable buildings in the future.
Phil Watson, PE, HFDP, is an engineer and director with over ten years of experience specializing in complex renovations for higher education, healthcare, and commercial projects. He has successfully served as the Director of Engineering for a team of 21 engineers, designers, and draftsmen for more than five years. In this role, he holds one of Bernhard’s most technical positions, contributing to developing and engineering energy savings performance contracts. Phil is a Registered Professional Engineer in six states, including Colorado, and holds a degree in Architectural Engineering from Kansas State University.
Phil has been invited to speak at numerous national and regional industry conferences. Recently, he presented at the Alabama ASHE conference titled “Improving Indoor Air Quality and Space Pressure Relationships,” sharing innovative strategies for infection control during COVID-19. Furthermore, Phil has extensive experience conducting internal training sessions and delivering presentations to partner firms throughout Little Rock, demonstrating his commitment to knowledge sharing and effective communication.
Phil is a recipient of the 2021 Consulting-Specifying Engineer’s 40 Under 40 Award.
David Amoss, CFA, is a Vice President of Development at Bernhard with over 20 years of industry experience. Prior to joining the Bernhard team, David spent 18 years in finance, research, and business development. His most recent position was as the head of midstream and downstream research at Heikkinen Energy Advisors in New Orleans. Prior to this, he was a research analyst covering the energy sector at Iberia Capital Partners and Scotia Howard Weil. Amoss was previously an economist with AECOM in Chicago and Sydney, Australia, focusing on front-end traffic and revenue modeling for transportation and energy projects. Amoss holds a B.B.A. in international business from the University of Georgia, as well as the Series 7, 63, 86 and 87 licenses. He was awarded the Chartered Financial Analyst designation in 2011 and served as president of the CFA Society of Louisiana.
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