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Session Abstract

Reusing and/or repurposing existing infrastructure components is often overlooked as part of the spectrum of options to maximize value in district energy projects.

Traditionally, existing equipment and systems are replaced with new ones on the assumption that this eliminates risk. However, this approach forfeits the intrinsic value of existing infrastructure and other financial and environmental benefits. Using examples from higher education, Dave Larson, Senior Energy Engineer at Brown University and JP Drouin, Director of Project Development at Ecosystem, will discuss strategies to add significant value without increasing risk.

Presenters

Frederick Marchand,Senior Director of Technical Solutions,Ecosystem Energy Services

Dave Larson,Senior Energy Engineer - Office of Sustainability,Brown University