This is a live, repeat presentation of a webinar that was originally offered on 02/26/2016. Attendees of the previously offered presentation, RV-W022616, will not receive CEU for attending the 05/20/2016 presentation.
Geothermal energy offers both firm and flexible solutions to the changing US power system and is capable of providing consistent power year round. This webinar discusses the basics of geothermal energy, as well as the value and benefits of geothermal systems and how geothermal power plants work. Case studies of direct use applications are reviewed for geothermal energy currently in action across the United States.
Note: This is a live webinar delivered via WebEx. Session instructions will be emailed to you 24-48 hours prior to the webinar and the morning of the webinar. If you have not received your instructions for any reason please call client support the day of the event. Webinars are live and interactive and students will have the ability to directly interact with and ask questions of the presenter.
Describe the value and benefits of geothermal energy
Explain how a geothermal power plant works
Review case studies of direct use applications of geothermal energy
SUBJECT MATTER EXPERT: Jim Taube
Jim possesses degrees in Civil & Environmental Engineering from Clarkson University in New York and Electrical Power Technology from Bismarck State College.
He has extensive industrial experience with 23 years in the pulp and paper industry and 12 years in institutional and pharmaceutical facility management.
His responsibilities have included engineering design, electrical and mechanical maintenance, and power plant utilities management.
Areas of expertise include HVAC design, commissioning and qualification, construction administration, and energy cost savings initiatives.
Jim’s credentials include being registered as a Professional Engineer and the Certified Energy Manager and Auditor certifications.
Jim is married and lives in Middletown, OH and has 4 married children.
3 hrs. Webinar