Greetings!
Happy New Year! Welcome to the January 2012 edition of the Energy Innovation Corridor e-Newsletter. Thank you for your continued interest in how we are partnering to develop a cleaner energy and transportation future for Minnesota. Questions or comments? Send us an email. |
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EIC Wins MEEA Inspiring Efficiency Innovation Award |
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The Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (MEEA) bestowed its Inspiring Efficiency Innovation Award to the Energy Innovation Corridor (EIC) during its annual awards ceremony. The MEEA Innovation Award is presented to an organization or individual that developed and implemented a new innovative program, idea or policy in the Midwest.
"This project represents energy efficiency at its best - saving consumers money, helping to reduce carbon emissions and preserving the environment while driving economic development," said MEEA Executive Director Jay Wrobel. "I encourage more regions to explore the type of collaborative, sustainable planning showcased in the Energy Innovation Corridor."
Winning the award is major recognition for all of the EIC partners, who have been collaborating to create a clean energy and transportation showcase for Minnesota by focusing on energy efficiency, renewable energy, transportation and smart technology. In a news release distributed after the awards ceremony - MEEA provided background on the initiative, highlighting a variety of programs and touting the remarkable results of the first 18 months: more than 450 tons of carbon avoided and an economic impact of nearly $10 million.
Congratulations to the partners and to the community. Thank you for your commitment and support. |
Eco-Wall unveiled at the Minneapolis Convention Center |
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The Minneapolis Convention Center unveiled its new "Eco-
Wall" highlighting a number of sustainable initiatives occurring across the City of Minneapolis. Among the efforts, the Energy Innovation Corridor (EIC) is highlighted and will soon include a looping video summarizing the EIC effort. With more than 2 million visitors annually it's expected to provide tremendous exposure to the featured efforts. |
Kilowatt Crackdown - deadlines! |
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The Kilowatt Crackdown is wrapping up for 2011. For those who registered for the challenge this is your last action item! Benchmark your building through the ENERGY STAR Portfolio Manager to obtain your 2011 score (January - December) and submit by February 10. You can also nominate a tenant for the Most Valuable Tenant award. Also be sure to enter for the 2012 competition! Need help with benchmarking? Contact Sue Goldstein. Mark your calendar and save the date for the Awards Ceremony on March 22, 8 am to 10 am at Xcel Energy Headquarters, 414 Nicollet Mall. Stay tuned for details. |
