Pittsburgh, PA
Reducing vulnerability in your water supply will require collaborative efforts between multiple stakeholders to implement solutions that combat rising water rates, scarcity, service interruptions, and impact to facility operations. This session will provide information on available climate data resources and vulnerability assessment tools, water reclamation/reuse technologies and strategies, and case studies to assist federal facilities achieve water resilience - strategies applicable not only to large volume water users such as data centers but to all facilities.
Instructors
Carmen Cejudo, Mechanical Engineer, Pacific Northwest National Lab Read Bio
Carmen is a Mechanical Engineer at Pacific Northwest National Laboratory (PNNL) focused on water and energy efficiency in buildings. She selects and develops technical approaches to complex research challenges by leveraging a deep expertise in energy and water efficiency and building science, while integrating diverse disciplines across the lab. She supports the Building Sustainability team through development of resilient water efficiency guidance for Federal agencies. She also contributes to the Building Energy Codes Program through participation in code development with ASHRAE, IECC and various state agencies. Prior to joining PNNL, Carmen worked as a consulting engineer leading the design of dozens of high efficiency HVAC and Plumbing systems ranging from single family homes, multifamily and office buildings, to large complex laboratories. Carmen earned a BS in Environmental Engineering from the University of Southern California and is a registered Mechanical Engineer in Washington State.
Michael Parker, Director of Engineering and Project Development, Federal Government, Johnson Controls Government Systems, LLC Read Bio
Mike has supported critical mission assurance for US DoD and civilian agencies by developing innovative ESPCs and UESCs that provide energy and water efficiency, security, and resilience for Johnson Controls since 1995. Mike is charged with engineering financially and technically feasible solutions aligned with the ever-evolving energy and sustainability needs, directives, and goals of federal customers, with a federal project portfolio of nearly $1 Billion, including notable customers USAG Kwajalein Atoll, Fort Bliss, Aberdeen Proving Ground, Oak Ridge National Laboratory, and Y-12 National Security Complex. Mike also spearheads Johnson Controls efforts to introduce innovative and underutilized technologies through the DoD Environmental Security Technology Certification Program (ESTCP). Mike has a BS in Mechanical Engineering, MBA in General Management, and is a licensed Professional Engineer. He is a Certified Energy Manager, Certified Demand Side Management Professional, Certified Lighting Efficiency Professional, and a Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design Accredited Professional (LEED-AP).
Bob Salvatelli, Director, Water Origination, NextEra Distributed Water Read Bio
Bob is the Director of Water Origination at NextEra Distributed Water, part of the Distributed Generation Group at NextEra Energy Resources. Since 2012, he has championed water conservation and water reuse opportunities across the United States in diverse market sectors such as: higher education, food and beverage, automotive manufacturing, governmental and airports. His projects have reclaimed more than 1 billion gallons of water, to date. Prior to joining NextEra, Bob was an executive in both the building products and construction industries and has a Bachelor of Science in Management from Providence College in Rhode Island.
Doug Phelps, Program Manager, Navy-U.S. Marine Corps, Department of Defense Read Bio
Doug has been leading the Headquarters Marine Corps, Plans Policies and Operations, Critical Infrastructure Protection (CIP)/Mission Assurance (MA) Program for over 15 years. As the CIP/MA Program Manager, he oversees the Mission Assurance Assessment and Water Risk Resilience Assessment programs. These efforts identify risk to Marine Corps' critical infrastructure and provide recommendations and resiliency solutions. Prior to this role Mr. Phelps served over 20 years in the Marine Corps.
Learning Objectives
Upon completion of this course, attendees will be able to:
- Recognize available tools to identify and assess water vulnerabilities;
- Identify available technologies that deliver water efficiencies, water security, and resilience;
- Discern contracting vehicles and financing methods to implement the solutions described above;
- Recognize the importance of "mission focused" vulnerability/risk assessments;
- Identify the importance of site-specific, current, and accurate data to develop vulnerability/risk assessments and plans.
