22 intriguing microgrid projects to watch in 2022 – Kaiser, Ontario
Good to see this list of projects highlighting their innovation, ability to serve as models, and demonstration of microgrid benefits. Also great to have the Kaiser
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HACi (OSHPD) HBSB Energy & Environment Committee Publish the Final Microgrid White Paper 🔋☀️⚡︎
On January 21 the HACi (HBSB) Energy & Environment Committee voted to accept the White Paper following a presentation by the team assembled to produce
Northern Californian AEC Industry Comes Together for the 10th Annual Bike to Hope – $183,000 Raised
Was great to be part of the 10th Annual Bike to Hope which raised over $183,000 towards City of Hope’s groundbreaking cancer and diabetes research and comprehensive patient care! This
Hospitals joining in the decarbonization movement?
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Medical Office Building Sustainable System Features
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When the Electric Grid is No Longer Enough: Microgrids as Reliability Heroes
Hope you can join us – 8 am Pacific/11 am Eastern, May 11th, 2021 to hear how the San Benito Community Clinic, a net-zero facility,
OSHPD HBSB Energy & Environment Committee Vote to Accept Microgrid White Paper, January 21st, 2021 ✅
On January 21 the HBSB Energy & Environment Committee voted to accept the White Paper following a presentation by the team assembled to produce this
OSHPD HBSB Microgrid Presentation, December 10th, 2020
As part of the HBSB Microgrid White Paper development, I gave an update to the HBSB Board at the December 12th, 2020 virtual meeting. Below
Keeping the Lights On: The Need to Know on Back-Up Power Solutions
Why Consider a Back-up Power Solution? A home generator, battery, or solar battery back-up is becoming more of an essential household resource than an option.
Workshop on Assessing the Future Role for Microgrids in California, Integrated Energy Policy Report Update
As part of the 2020 Integrated Energy Policy Report Update (2020 IEPR Update), the California Energy Commission (CEC) hosted a remote access workshop to gather
5 ways to prepare for planned power outages
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Effective California Healthcare Project Delivery Approach?
Effective California Healthcare Project Delivery Approach? Working within existing California hospitals can be very challenging; this is because hospitals are essential facilities, with multiple critical
Remote critical infrastructure emergency power technical support – Multinational locations
Roll: Provided technical support troubleshooting and design assistance for critical infrastructure systems located in various remote locations around the world. Project description: The project replaced
Takeaways from California HBSB’s Energy Conservation & Management Committee February 2020 meeting
As a consulting member of the California Hospital Building Safety Board’s (HBSB) Energy Conservation and Management Committee, I attended the committee meeting on Thursday, February
COVID-19 Healthcare Emergency Power & Systems Response Information – California Specific
In response to many requests from our clients, I pulled together the following information for supporting healthcare facilities in response to COVID-19. This is not
Virtual Meetings and Video Conferencing Best Practices
Why should you go virtual? At CONTECH-CA, we hold the majority of our meetings virtually, using voice or video conferencing tools. We do this for
Boosting Microgrid Development & Streamline the Interconnection Process?
Boosting microgrid development & streamline the interconnection process? This is the goal of SB1339. As part of the SB1339 CPUC team’s information-gathering exercise, yesterday we
It’s Time Start Preparing for the Next Public Safety Power Shut Off (PSPS)
If you’re wondering when you should start preparing for the next Public Safety Power Shut Off (PSPS), we’ve got your answer: Your preparation should start
California Energy Code in 2020 Will Apply to “I” Occupancy/ Hospitals
Hospitals are no longer exempt. As of January 1, 2020, the California Energy Code will now incorporate Occupancy Group “I”. Currently, California’s Office of Statewide
Takeaways from California HBSB’s Energy Conservation & Management Committee October meeting
As a consulting member of the California Hospital Building Safety Board’s (HBSB) Energy Conservation and Management Committee, I attended the committee meeting on Thursday, October
Sustainable Solutions, European Takeaways
Takeaways from my recent trip to the UK, considering California sustainability in light of the recent UK decarbonization mandate of net zero by 2050.
Impact of Internet of a Things IoT on Cybersecurity in Hospitals
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Video tutorial: Healthcare Wire Applications HCFC
Hospital wiring is traditionally installed using conduit. While it’s resilient, and it allows replacement of circuits, it is expensive to install. Code does allow the
IEEE February 2019: Electrical Engineering Power Systems Seminar
Thanks to the San Francisco IEEE chapter for putting on today’s Power Systems Seminar. Always great to hear the presentations and meet with my fellow
Understanding Net Metering
As more renewables are added to the grid, understanding the energy bill becomes more challenging. Fortunately, PG&E has prepared this helpful article explaining net metering.
CA Hospitals Subject to Title 24, Chapter 6 Energy Codes in 2020. Are you ready?
Hospitals in California have to date been exempt from part 6 (Energy Codes) of the Building Codes. In the next Code Cycle, due to go into effect January 1st, 2020, hospitals will no longer be exempt and will be subject to Part 6, with a series of exceptions
IEEE Devising Your Emergency Power Strategy
Reliable and scalable emergency power is of crucial importance in any healthcare and essential facility. With a greater reliance on technology in delivering the patient
Emergency Generators in Healthcare
With aging healthcare infrastructure, the planning and execution of temporary generator installations is critical to the delivery of technology-driven healthcare. https://oshpd.ca.gov/construction-finance/codes-and-regulations/ To help in this
Owning an Electric Vehicle (EV) Simple Guide
Since get our Tesla Mode 3 in September I have learn a lot about owning, driving, charging and enjoying an EV car To help share my
22 intriguing microgrid projects to watch in 2022 – Kaiser, Ontario
Good to see this list of projects highlighting their innovation, ability to serve as models,
HACi (OSHPD) HBSB Energy & Environment Committee Publish the Final Microgrid White Paper 🔋☀️⚡︎
On January 21 the HACi (HBSB) Energy & Environment Committee voted to accept the White
Northern Californian AEC Industry Comes Together for the 10th Annual Bike to Hope – $183,000 Raised
Was great to be part of the 10th Annual Bike to Hope which raised over $183,000 towards City of Hope’s
Hospitals joining in the decarbonization movement?
Hospitals joining in the decarbonization movement? Anyone involved in hospital design or operation will be
Medical Office Building Sustainable System Features
Great to see that sustainable building systems are being viewed as features on medical office
When the Electric Grid is No Longer Enough: Microgrids as Reliability Heroes
Hope you can join us – 8 am Pacific/11 am Eastern, May 11th, 2021 to
OSHPD HBSB Energy & Environment Committee Vote to Accept Microgrid White Paper, January 21st, 2021 ✅
On January 21 the HBSB Energy & Environment Committee voted to accept the White Paper
OSHPD HBSB Microgrid Presentation, December 10th, 2020
As part of the HBSB Microgrid White Paper development, I gave an update to the
Keeping the Lights On: The Need to Know on Back-Up Power Solutions
Why Consider a Back-up Power Solution? A home generator, battery, or solar battery back-up is
Workshop on Assessing the Future Role for Microgrids in California, Integrated Energy Policy Report Update
As part of the 2020 Integrated Energy Policy Report Update (2020 IEPR Update), the California
5 ways to prepare for planned power outages
With PG&E planned power outages seemingly imminent, it is crucial for business owners and building
Effective California Healthcare Project Delivery Approach?
Effective California Healthcare Project Delivery Approach? Working within existing California hospitals can be very challenging;
Remote critical infrastructure emergency power technical support – Multinational locations
Roll: Provided technical support troubleshooting and design assistance for critical infrastructure systems located in various
Takeaways from California HBSB’s Energy Conservation & Management Committee February 2020 meeting
As a consulting member of the California Hospital Building Safety Board’s (HBSB) Energy Conservation and
COVID-19 Healthcare Emergency Power & Systems Response Information – California Specific
In response to many requests from our clients, I pulled together the following information for
Virtual Meetings and Video Conferencing Best Practices
Why should you go virtual? At CONTECH-CA, we hold the majority of our meetings virtually,
Boosting Microgrid Development & Streamline the Interconnection Process?
Boosting microgrid development & streamline the interconnection process? This is the goal of SB1339. As
It’s Time Start Preparing for the Next Public Safety Power Shut Off (PSPS)
If you’re wondering when you should start preparing for the next Public Safety Power Shut
California Energy Code in 2020 Will Apply to “I” Occupancy/ Hospitals
Hospitals are no longer exempt. As of January 1, 2020, the California Energy Code will
Takeaways from California HBSB’s Energy Conservation & Management Committee October meeting
As a consulting member of the California Hospital Building Safety Board’s (HBSB) Energy Conservation and
Sustainable Solutions, European Takeaways
Takeaways from my recent trip to the UK, considering California sustainability in light of the recent UK decarbonization mandate of net zero by 2050.
Impact of Internet of a Things IoT on Cybersecurity in Hospitals
Impact of Internet of a Things IoT on Cyber Security in California Hospitals? This is
Video tutorial: Healthcare Wire Applications HCFC
Hospital wiring is traditionally installed using conduit. While it’s resilient, and it allows replacement of
IEEE February 2019: Electrical Engineering Power Systems Seminar
Thanks to the San Francisco IEEE chapter for putting on today’s Power Systems Seminar. Always
Understanding Net Metering
As more renewables are added to the grid, understanding the energy bill becomes more challenging.
CA Hospitals Subject to Title 24, Chapter 6 Energy Codes in 2020. Are you ready?
Hospitals in California have to date been exempt from part 6 (Energy Codes) of the Building Codes. In the next Code Cycle, due to go into effect January 1st, 2020, hospitals will no longer be exempt and will be subject to Part 6, with a series of exceptions
IEEE Devising Your Emergency Power Strategy
Reliable and scalable emergency power is of crucial importance in any healthcare and essential facility.
Emergency Generators in Healthcare
With aging healthcare infrastructure, the planning and execution of temporary generator installations is critical to
Owning an Electric Vehicle (EV) Simple Guide
Since get our Tesla Mode 3 in September I have learn a lot about owning,
