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The Wisconsin Association of Energy Engineers (WAEE) invites you to join us at J.F. Ahern in Madison.
January 28, 2025
Meeting host and lunch provider:
J.F. Ahern
J.F. Ahern specializes in pipe fabrication, mechanical, and fire protection contracting for new construction/retrofit projects, servicing existing facilities, and providing prefabricated piping.
Attendees will learn about how J.F. Ahern was able to blend industrial and office functions into an efficient and employee centric design. The space includes warehousing, fabrication areas, a spacious work cafe, training zones, and conference rooms. Key building features include daylighting to all workstations, geothermal heating and cooling, and exposed mechanical systems.
AGENDA
12:00pm - Lunch and Chapter Business 12:30pm - Net zero building study findings - UW-Plattville research team 12:50pm - J.F. Ahern Presentations 2:00 pm - Tour 3:00pm - Adjourn
BOARD MEETING:
The WAEE board will meet at 10:30 at J.F. Ahern. Anyone interested in learning more about our chapter or getting more involved is welcome to attend. The board is comprised of energy industry professionals who volunteer their time to promote education and awareness in the energy industry.
The Wisconsin Association of Energy Engineers (WAEE) invites you to join us at Masters Gallery Foods.
February 25, 2025
MASTERS GALLERY FOODS
Masters Gallery Foods is a leading provider of premium private-label and branded cheese products. Founded in 1974, the company has grown into a trusted supplier for retail, food service, and industrial markets nationwide. Known for its high-quality products and strong industry partnerships, Masters Gallery Foods continues to expand its operations while maintaining a focus on innovation.
Attendees will learn about Masters Gallery's comprehensive sustainability program that achieved Green Masters status with the Sustainable Business Council in 2024. Attendees will also learn about how the Oostburg Facility has eliminated the use of ammonia and other regulated coolants with a chilling tower and utilize a geothermal pond as a renewable energy source to heat and cool roughly 15% of the building.
12:00pm - Arrival, lunch and networking 12:20pm - WAEE Chapter Business and Introductions 12:30pm - Presentations
Tim Yaeger, Masters Gallery Foods ~ 30 minutes > Summarize sustainability journey, achievements, and project highlights. Review GHG tracking progress, metrics tracking, and key learnings. > Energy efficiency and facilities improvements. Introduce the geothermal system (high level overview). Discuss the benefits and internal decision-making process for installing geothermal system. Mike Rohde or Craig Bahr, Rohde Brothers ~ 30 min > Technical overview of geothermal and Glycol Chilling, using Masters Gallery Foods as a case study Q & A ~ 15 – 20 min
* While direct competitors with Masters are welcome to join lunch and presentations, they will not be allowed to join the tour. Please reach out to Jennifer.Szedziewski@wecenergygroup.com with any questions.
The WAEE board will meet at 10:30 at Masters Gallery Foods. Anyone interested in learning more about our chapter or getting more involved is welcome to attend. The board is comprised of energy industry professionals who volunteer their time to promote education and awareness in the energy industry.
The Wisconsin Association of Energy Engineers (WAEE) invites you to join us at the Appleton Wastewater Treatment Facility.
March 25, 2025
Meeting host:
Appleton Wastewater Treatment Facility
The Appleton Wastewater Treatment Plant (AWWTP) is an advanced, secondary, biological activated sludge wastewater treatment facility that serves homes, factories, mills, and plants in the City of Appleton. The facility treatment processes consist of fine screening, grit removal, primary clarification, activated sludge-contact stabilization, and final clarification.
Attendees will learn about how AWWTP is contributing to the City of Appleton's goal of achieving net zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. AWWTP has three biogas boilers being used to heat the entire complex. Recently, they completed a project to use excess biogas that would otherwise be flared to convert waste heat generated from the boilers to electricity.
12:00pm - Lunch and Chapter Business 12:30pm - Presentations 2:00 pm - Tour 3:00pm - Adjourn
The WAEE board will meet at 10:30 at AWWTP. Anyone interested in learning more about our chapter or getting more involved is welcome to attend. The board is comprised of energy industry professionals who volunteer their time to promote education and awareness in the energy industry.
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