Bright Lights! Big Savings! Best Lighting Practices and Technology- This half-day workshop will offer the latest in energy efficient commercial and industrial lighting, LED technology, and rebate programs. There will be discussion on specifically how to make lighting changes that can result in dramatic cost savings over a short payback period. Additionally, participants will have a chance to learn from lighting experts about actual local case studies, and develop their own potential energy efficient projects.

When: Tuesday, September 18, 2007 at 7:30 a.m.- 1:00 p.m., lunch included
Where: Ruby Rupner Building, Hormel Nature Center, Austin, MN
Who should attend:
* Commercial building owner/operators
* Facility managers
* Purchasing managers
* Equipment dealers & reps
* Manufacturers
* Schools & Healthcare facility managers
* Lighting contractors, lighting showrooms, dealers, & reps
Cost: $75 but as a customer of Austin Utilities, the cost would be $0!

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Austin Utilities’ Building Operator Certification (BOC) Level I class is scheduled to take place in Owatonna, Minnesota starting November 7, 2007.

The BOC class, presented by Austin Utilities, Owatonna Public Utilities, and Rochester Public Utilities, is a competency-based training and certification program that educates facility operators and managers on energy efficiency for all aspects of building management and maintenance.

Due to high demand, this will be the second offering of the BOC class within the past year. The first class successfully graduated 26 participants in May 2007.

The program content trains operators to identify and implement long term annual energy savings and electric peak demand reduction opportunities as an integral part of their operations and maintenance activities. As a certification program, the BOC seeks to establish a recognized professional credential for building operators.

BOC training is offered at two levels: Level I and Level II. Level I training emphasizes energy-efficient building maintenance practices. Level II stresses advanced equipment troubleshooting and preventive maintenance.

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"The BOC training is a valuable tool for anybody involved in building operations. The instructors were all extremely knowledgeable in their areas and provided several useful ideas and tips for energy savings. Each course provides a good overview and understanding of how each system can be utilized to its maximum potential."

The cost of the BOC training is $1,200 but you have the opportunity to earn back the full cost of tuition through our BOC AWARDS program:

COMPLETION AWARD - $300 award to each participant who completes the training and earns certification.

ANALYSIS AWARD - $300 award to participants for submitting a project analysis for a potential BOC AWARDS project.

PROJECT AWARD - $600 award to participants when the project they have previously submitted is completed by their employer.

Download the BOC Award Application for more information.