Additional Information
Sustainability
Energy Exchange is committed to adding sustainable practices throughout the 2024 event. Here are some things we are doing:
- Partnering with David L. Lawrence Convention Center (DLCC), a Platinum LEED-certified building.
- Working with DLCC to define the hours of operation to set the building systems to maximize efficiency.
- Working with the DLCC food service provider to use locally grown products as much as possible.
- Incorporating electronic signs, when possible, to cut down on the amount of printing.
- Leveraging the mobile app for all event materials so there is less paper waste.
- Having clear signage for recycling and trash to maximize utilization.
Here are some things you can do:
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- Comply with the posted signage at the DLCC to recycle all products, including food waste.
- Bring your own reusable beverage container and refill it during the event at the complimentary beverage stations located throughout the building.
- Bring your walking shoes! Downtown Pittsburgh has accessibility to over 175 restaurants, 40 cultural & entertainment attractions, three major sports arenas, and several miles of riverfront trails.
- Rideshare – take public transportation or use rideshare opportunities when traveling to/from the airport.
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Accessibility at the David L. Lawrence Conference Center
The David L. Lawrence Conference Center has a variety of accessibility options to accommodate your time at the venue. Visit DLCC Accessibility Info to learn more about what accessibility features the venue offers.
The David L Lawrence Convention Center Building Tour
There are three opportunities on Sunday, March 24 to get a behind-the-scenes look at the energy, water, air quality, and sustainable service systems that earned the Center LEED GOLD Certification. Sign up during event registration. Already registered? Log back in and sign up for one of the 60 spots for registered attendees.
The Fun Run
Join us for the 4th Energy Exchange 3K Fun Run Wednesday morning! Whether you’re out to prove you’re the fastest energy professional or you just want to walk with other like-minded folks in the community, there’s something for everyone at the 3k Fun Run. We will run a scenic course in downtown Pittsburgh along the beautiful Allegheny River.
DATE: March 27
TIME: Meet up @6:15 am; Walk to starting point @6:30 am
LOCATION: DLCC East Lobby, outdoor sidewalk
Pre-Event Workshops
On March 25, we’re offering 21 additional workshop sessions focused on key FEMP programs, tools, and tactics. Learn more about the workshop schedule.
Learning Pavilion
For the first time Energy Exchange 2024 is featuring a Learning Pavilion at this year’s event. Stop by the space in the West Atrium to chat with FEMP’s partners and to explore professional development resources that are valuable to all attendees. This Learning Pavilion will be located across from the FEMP Hub.
- Earn your CEUs with the National Institute for Building Sciences
- Virtual HVAC and Control Systems Treasure Hunt – a 3D Immersive Training Environment to Learn and Optimize our Buildings
Learn how a building control system is put together, operated, and used to improve HVAC performance? This training will immerse users in a web-based 3D environments where they can explore a real mechanical rooms, including a central plant. While exploring these training environments, built by the USACE Construction Engineering Research Laboratory (CERL), users will hunt for energy conservation measures and key building controls components in the chilled water and hot water system. After finding these components, users will access the virtual front-end to assess its condition and explore key functionality.
- Chat with our partners at the General Services Administration