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The Wisconsin Association of Energy Engineers (WAEE) invites you to join us at CREE Lighting to learn about the latest LED innovations!
May 28, 2025
Meeting Host and Lunch Sponsor:
CREE Lighting
Headquartered in Racine, WI, CREE Lighting has a long history in lighting innovation. Their expertise goes beyond simply LEDs as they turn innovation into industry-leading solutions: advanced optical control, color quality, intuitive controls, and proven product quality.
Attendees will learn about how businesses are reducing operating costs with LED-to-LED conversions and how to utilize Focus on Energy to improve payback.
AGENDA
12:00 – 12:30P Lunch and Chapter Business
12:30 – 1:15P Cree Lighting Overview; LED-to-LED Lighting Conversion Discussion
1:15 – 1:35P Focus on Energy: How to Utilize Incentives to Reduce Payback
1:35 – 1:40P Break
1:40 – 1:55P Pre-Tour Briefing
1:55 – 2:55P Factory Tour*
2:55 – 3:00P Wrap Up
* PPE Required: No open toe shoes, sandals, crocs, flip flops, clogs, flats, or heels allowed on factory tour; tennis shoes are ok. If folks want to bring their own safety glasses, great – otherwise we can provide.
BOARD MEETING:
The WAEE board will meet at 10:30 at CREE Lighting. 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 PMI Manufacturing!
September 24, 2025
Meeting host and lunch provider:
PMI, LLC
PMI Manufacturing (PMI) is a premier metal fabrication facility serving a wide array of customer types and offers full design and fabrication of rolled metals and other metal assemblies. PMI has grown from 6 employees in 1998 to well over 100 and counting. The facility has planned and built 6 additions to the original building utilizing recommendations from Focus on Energy to optimize energy use.
Attendees will learn how PMI handles a variety of different steel manufacturing challenges. PMI is one of only a few steel manufacturers who incorporate coil processing with in-house metal stamping, laser cutting, and welding, which reduces fabrication costs. Attendees will also tour the latest expansion equipped with LED lighting, VFD air compressors, air compressor heat recovery system, and added VFDs to exhaust fans.
Get a sneak peak into PMI: PMI Video Link
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 PMI. 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.
Call for Sponsors: 12th Annual Wisconsin Energy Efficiency Expo (WEEE) 2025
Join us in harnessing the power of energy efficiency at the 12th Annual Wisconsin Energy Efficiency Expo (WEEE). This event, scheduled for October 14, 2025, is geared towards industry leaders in energy efficiency.
Expo Details:
Event Highlights:
Connect with a Focused Audience:Engage with over 300 attendees who share your commitment to energy efficiency.
Insightful Information:Gain from the experience of 20 dynamic speakers driving the conversation on energy efficiency, sustainable practices, and the latest industry trends.
Networking Opportunities:Expand your network as you connect with over 40 Exhibitors, potential clients, and partners seeking the next innovation in energy-saving products and services.
Sponsors and Exhibitors:
Please note: Booth staff are to be registered individually in General Registration once that is open.
The Wisconsin Association of Energy Engineers is pleased to announce its Call for Presenters for our 12th Annual Wisconsin Energy Efficiency Expo, held at the Brookfield Conference Center on October 14, 2025. After reviewing details below, click on the 'REGISTER' button to input and submit your proposal. This event will bring together energy professionals from across Wisconsin and beyond to explore the latest developments in the field. We are looking for energy professionals with technical presentations to engage and inspire attendees. The presentation may be based on knowledge, case studies, real-life experiences, technology & other appropriate aspects.
After reviewing details below, click on the 'REGISTER' button to input and submit your proposal.
This event will bring together energy professionals from across Wisconsin and beyond to explore the latest developments in the field.
We are looking for energy professionals with technical presentations to engage and inspire attendees. The presentation may be based on knowledge, case studies, real-life experiences, technology & other appropriate aspects.
Deadline for submission is June 15, 2025. Selected presenters will be notified in July 2025. Presentations will be 45-minute, including Q&A. Location: Brookfield Conference Center, 325 S. Moorland Rd, Brookfield, WI 53005 All presentations must be educational and non-commercial in content.
1. Energy Efficiency Analytics, Funding, Incentives, & Policies AI-Driven Energy Management & Predictive Analytics Real-Time Energy Monitoring & Demand Response Strategies Data-Driven Energy Optimization for Buildings & Industry Funding Opportunities, Including the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Federal, State & Local Incentives for Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization Demand Side Management & Load Balancing Workforce Development in the Clean Energy, AI/Tech Sectors 2. Energy Efficiency Implementation Building Automation & Smart Controls Building Envelope & Weatherization Boiler & Combustion Optimization Energy & Building Management Systems (BMS/EMS) Carbon Zero & Negative Carbon Initiatives Case Studies in Energy Efficiency & Decarbonization Geothermal and Advanced Heat Pump Technologies Heat Recovery & Waste Heat Utilization Industrial Process Energy Efficiency Water-Energy Nexus HVAC & High-Performance Building Systems High Efficiency IT Cooling Methods (Direct-to-Chip, Immersion) Lighting, Controls, and Smart Sensors 3. Renewables, Onsite Generation, EV & Energy Storage Renewable Energy (Solar, Wind, Bioenergy) Smart Grid, Microgrid, and Energy Storage Solutions Small Modular Nuclear Reactors Hydrogen and Non-Carbon-Based Vehicle Fuels & Fuel Cells Electric Vehicles (EVs) and EV Charging Infrastructure Vehicle-to-Grid (V2G) and Fleet Electrification Strategies 4. Suggested Topics Other relevant topics may be submitted for consideration Please Note: Items Required for Submission of Your Presentation Proposal:
1. Energy Efficiency Analytics, Funding, Incentives, & Policies
2. Energy Efficiency Implementation
3. Renewables, Onsite Generation, EV & Energy Storage
4. Suggested Topics
- Title of Presentation - Abstract of Presentation (150 to 200 words) - Brief Biography (100 to 150 words) - Portrait Photo
Brought to you by our Gigawatt Sponsor:
WISCONSIN ASSOCATION OF ENERGY ENGINEERS
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