BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ann Arbor - ECPv6.11.2.1//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ann Arbor REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:UTC BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:+0000 TZOFFSETTO:+0000 TZNAME:UTC DTSTART:20240101T000000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240109T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240109T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T194841Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T194841Z UID:2305-1704801600-1704805200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Jan 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION: URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/jan-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240110T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240110T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T194443Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231220T194443Z UID:2300-1704888000-1704891600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:HoW Jan 2024 Green Team meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/how-jan-2024-green-team-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T160000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240131T190000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20240108T200839Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T200839Z UID:2340-1706716800-1706727600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Detroit 2030 District - 2024 Kickoff Party and Fundraiser DESCRIPTION: URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/detroit-2030-district-2024-kickoff-party-and-fundraiser/ LOCATION:Masonic Temple\, 500 Temple Street\, Detroit\, MI\, 48201\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240213T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240213T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195002Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T192601Z UID:2306-1707825600-1707829200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Feb 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:All Electric Food Service Planning & Design for Sustainability \nCase Study: UM Central Campus Residential Complex \nSpeakers: \n\nSteve Giardini\, Senior Director Michigan Dining\nKris Morphis\, Principal\, ricca Design Studios\nTarah Schroeder\, ricca Design Studions URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/feb-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240229T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240229T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195405Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240205T183104Z UID:2311-1709208000-1709211600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Multi-Family Group DESCRIPTION:Join the Ann Arbor/Washtenaw 2030 District to develop your checklist to improve the\nenergy and water efficiency of your apartment building with your maintenance staff. \nKevin McNeely will address: \n\nAir Sealing\nWater Efficiency\nEnergy Efficiency\nTips to share with you tenants\n\nA customizable checklist will be distributed to attendees following the session. \nRegister in advance for this webinar:\nhttps://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_BeUwX98bQX-KMTwtB6Vk0A URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/multi-family-group/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240312T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240312T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195048Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240115T192707Z UID:2307-1710244800-1710248400@2030districts.org SUMMARY:March 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:District and Building Waste Water Energy Recovery Systems\nSpeaker: SHARC Energy URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/march-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240320T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240320T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T194549Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240229T175247Z UID:2303-1710936000-1710939600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:HoW March 2024 Green Team meeting DESCRIPTION: URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/how-march-2024-green-team-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240409T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240409T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195127Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240408T134835Z UID:2308-1712664000-1712667600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:April 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:What’s New in Geo? An overview and update. Can we reduce field sizes by up to 80%? \nFeatured Speakers: Roshan Revankar\, P.E. and Stephen Hamstra\, P.E. of Genesys Geothermal URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/april-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240416T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240416T140000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20240122T194707Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240327T205235Z UID:2356-1713268800-1713276000@2030districts.org SUMMARY:2030 Districts Quarterly Webinar Series DESCRIPTION:Our 2030 Districts Network April 16th education webinar will be an in depth look at Building Performance Standards.  As more jurisdictions pass standards or are exploring doing so\, this will have a profound impact on real estate assets.  We have assembled a panel of experts to discuss the topic and explore both the genesis of the idea as well as the implications. \nOur speakers will be: \nKim Cheslak\, Senior Technical Advisor\, Building Energy Codes Program\, Pacific Northwest National Laboratory \nMarshall Duer-Balkind\, Director of Policy Programs\, Institute for Market Transformation \nEmily Salzburg\, Managing Director Building Standards and Performance\, State of Washington \nDevon Stopps\, Senior Engineer\, Public Energy Initiatives\, Existing Buildings\, City of Toronto. \nKim will discuss the science and Marshall will discuss the policy behind building performance standards.  Emily and Devon both represent jurisdictions implementing standards and will discuss their experiences on the ground working with various constituents throughout the process. \n2 continuing education credits available using a certificate of attendance for self reporting for Professional Engineers\, USGBC and other eligible self reporting accreditation bodies. \n$25 for individuals whose organization is a member of any local 2030 District in North America. \n$30 for non-members \nStudents attend for free \n\n\n\n  \nClick here for more info and to buy tickets. \n  URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/2030-districts-quarterly-webinar-series/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240508T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240508T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T194641Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240508T170052Z UID:2304-1715169600-1715173200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:HoW May 2024 Green Team meeting DESCRIPTION:On hiatus this month. Please join the next meeting June 26th at our 2nd Annual Event. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/how-may-2024-green-team-meeting/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240514T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240514T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240511T014246Z UID:2309-1715688000-1715691600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:May 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:City of Ann Arbor & Washtenaw County updates \nSpeaker: \nMissy Stults\, PhD\, Sustainability and Innovations Director\, City of Ann Arbor \nAndrew DeLeeuw\, Director of Strategic Planning and Interim Deputy County Administrator\,\nWashtenaw County URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/may-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240611T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240611T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T195251Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240520T185455Z UID:2310-1718107200-1718110800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:June 2024 - Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Passive Building for Multifamily and Commercial: Case Studies and Best Practices \nFeatured Speaker: Al Mitchell\, PHIUS URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/june-2024-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240626T163000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240626T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20231220T193950Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240616T033848Z UID:2296-1719419400-1719430200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Ann Arbor / Washtenaw 2030 District Summit DESCRIPTION:Green eco city. Sustainable city skyline. \nAnn Arbor/Washtenaw 2030 District Annual Summit – June 26th\n \nJoin us for a celebration of all the work our community has been doing over the past year! \n4:15         Check in\n4:30 –6  Workshops (Please register for one)\n6-7           Tabling\, networking & food (by our sustainable food business collaborators)\n7-7:30     Program \nWISD Teaching & Learning Center\n1819 S Wagner Rd Ann Arbor 48106 \nSuggested donation for this event is $25 per ticket. \nRegister here \n___ \nWorkshops \n\nDecarbonization Technical Workshop (Caleb Kline\, Steve Hamstra\, Chuck Hookham)\nAnn Arbor’s Green Rental Housing Ordinance (Joe Lange\, Kevin McKneely)\nFinancing Efficiency and Decarbonization (Michigan Saves\, Pace\, 2030 D)\nWho Speaks for the Trees? (Canton Township\, Richard Norton)\n\nDetailed descriptions of workshops: \n\nDecarbonization Technical Workshop (1 AIA HSW) limit (40)\nLeaders: Caleb Kline\, Inclination Engineering; Steve Hamstra\, PE\, Genesys Geothermal\nThousands of rooftop units are at or near their end of life. This is a key opportunity to decarbonize buildings. This session will focus on the options for replacement of rooftop units: understand the cost\, performance\, and environmental impact of multiple systems available including: geo-exchange systems and field piping options\, VRF systems: standard & hybrid\, Heat Pump Rooftop Units with gas and electric back up. A case study\, analyzing all these options\, will be presented along with opportunity for discussion and getting feedback on your specific building replacements.\n\nWho Speaks for the Trees? Limit (24)\nAssessing municipal tree preservation policies & ordinances after Canton Township lost a state and federal court challenge\nLeaders: Richard K Norton\, Ph.D.\, J.D.\, Professor\, U-M Urban and Regional Planning and Program in the Environment; Ann Marie Nicolson; Parker Wise.Learn the basics around the Canton Township court cases and what elements are important to have in local ordinances to defend them. The team will share recommendations for Canton Township’s updated ordinance and review several tools for assessing tree canopy coverage and why it is an important metric. Time will be allotted for discussion\, including possible collaboration in updating local ordinances throughout the county.\n\nFinancing Efficiency and Decarbonization Limit (24)\nLeaders: Todd O’Grady\, Michigan Saves; Lissa Spitz\, Washtenaw 2030 District\nUnlock financial incentives and affordable financing options for more than 150 clean energy improvements for your property. Whether you manage a business\, nonprofit\, local government\, or multifamily housing\, understanding the options available to accelerate our transition to better efficiency and clean energy. Learn how Michigan Saves financing stacks with federal IRA\, utility\, and upcoming City and State rebates and incentives as well as the technical support available to 2030 District members.\n\nAnn Arbor’s Green Rental Housing Ordinance Limit (24)\nLeaders: Joe Lange\, Energy Analyst\, City of Ann Arbor; Kevin McNeely\, McNeely Building\n​A final draft of Green Rental Housing policy is getting ready to be sent to City Council. This is an opportunity for landlords and management companies to understand the ordinance\, how it will be enforced\, and how to prepare your properties for its implementation. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/ann-arbor-washtenaw-2030-district-annual-summit/ LOCATION:Washtenaw Intermediate School District Teaching and Learning Center\, 1819 S. Wagner Rd.\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48106\, United States ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240910T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240910T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20240831T194618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240831T194618Z UID:2672-1725969600-1725973200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:September Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Implementing the A2 Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan\nSession VII: Introduction to ASHRAE Guideline 34-2019: Energy Guideline for Historic Buildings \nSpeaker: Janice K. Means\, PE\, LEED AP\, FESD\, FASHRAE \nASHRAE Guideline 34-2019\, Energy Guideline for Historic Buildings\, provides comprehensive and detailed descriptions of the processes and procedures for the retrofitting of historic buildings to achieve greater measured efficiency. The guideline is particularly aimed at providing guidance for ‘listed’ historic buildings; i.e.\, those formally designated or eligible to be designated as historically significant by a governing body\, however\, the guidance can be applied to any historic structure. \nGuideline 34 provides a step-by-step procedure for sensitive energy upgrading\, beginning with forming the project team and gathering building and energy use histories\, to instituting energy efficiency measures (EEM). Building envelope improvements\, environmental control strategies\, energy system analysis\, HVAC selection and lighting design considerations are all addressed in the guideline. All recommendations are made in consideration of preserving the integrity of the historically valuable building character\, materials\, and associated artifacts. \nThe session will include precautions when making an historic building more energy efficient. \nSpecial offer to purchase publications for attendees. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/september-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241008T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241008T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20240831T200050Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240930T061302Z UID:2674-1728388800-1728392400@2030districts.org SUMMARY:October Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Implementing the A2 Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan\nSession VIII: Emerging High Performance Glazing Technologies \nSpeaker: Jared Blum\, Architectural Manager\, CDT\, CPHT\, Alpen High Performance Products \nCourse Description:\nEvolving energy standards and architectural trends put greater emphasis on glazing performance than\never before.  This course reflects on traditional glazing systems\, limitations\, and opportunities to\ndramatically improve the thermal efficiency of the building envelope through emerging technologies.\nAttendees will gain insight into how glazing systems affect overall wall performance and a core\nunderstanding of high-performance glazing components & assemblies.   Architects will learn how to\nevaluate and specify these products to meet specific project requirements\, enhance building\nperformance\, and increase occupant comfort. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/october-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20241112T120000 DTEND;TZID=UTC:20241112T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20240831T200256Z LAST-MODIFIED:20241021T155748Z UID:2675-1731412800-1731416400@2030districts.org SUMMARY:November Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Implementing the A2 Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan\nSession IX: COMMERCIAL ON-SITE SOLAR AND STORAGE: WHY SOLAR? WHY NOW?\nIntegrated System Planning for New and Existing buildings \nSpeakers:\nMissy Stults\, PhD\, Director City of Ann Arbor\, Office of Sustainability and Innovations\nChuck Hookham\, PE\, President\, Arbor Consultants\, PC\nJan Culbertson\, FAIA\, Washtenaw 2030 District \nDescription:\nOn-site solar and solar + battery systems can reduce electricity usage and cost\, enhance utility\ndistribution stability\, increase resilience\, and lower carbon emissions reduction\, with multiple\nadvantages for commercial\, industrial\, multi-family residential building owners and non-profits. Studies\nhave found that rooftop or ground-mount solar PV is both cost-effective and offers the shortest timeline\nto achieve these goals\, with solar-charged batteries enabling both reduced peak consumption and\nreliable power during DTE outages. Federal investment tax credits available right now are also\ncompelling\, offering over a 30% reduction in initial investment which shortens payback.\nThis session will cover the City of Ann Arbor plans to establish a Sustainable Energy Utility (SEU) and how\ncommercial solar can be part of that system\, 2021 Energy Code solar-ready requirements for residential\nand commercial buildings scheduled to be in effect in 2025\, and actions that owners can take right now.\nChuck Hookham will also provide insights into sizing\, payback\, metering\, and the planning that is\nessential for both solar and integrated solar and storage systems. He will also highlight the importance\nof commissioning renewable generation systems and having solid contract documents to protect the\nowner’s investment.\nThe Washtenaw 2030 District Commercial Solar Program technical resources will be highlighted\, so you\ncan access free technical assistance to advance on-site generation for each of your projects. In addition\,\nresources for understanding and applying for IRA Tax Credits and Direct Pay will be shared. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/november-lunch-and-learn/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250114T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T024540Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250111T153005Z UID:2850-1736856000-1736859600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session I: SouthTown – creating a healthy\, low carbon\, resilient community DESCRIPTION:SouthTown\, an eight-story\, mixed-use housing complex at 1601 S. State\, will not only add 216 new apartments to Ann Arbor’s housing stock\, but will be the tallest mass timber building in Michigan. 80 SouthTown apartments will be workforce housing\, priced to be affordable: costing no more than 30% of one’s income for tenants making 60-80% of the area median income.  In addition\, the building will generate 100% of its energy from a solar pv system and a natural gas fuel cell system that is about two-thirds more efficient than DTE’s grid. The complex be independent from the DTE grid.\nUsing WELL v2 standards to inform the design\, the project creates healthy living and working environments for all. The project both welcomes and builds community through outdoor spaces\, pedestrian connections\, and a variety of living spaces. Celebrated green space invites the public in with the street level SouthTown Plaza\, 4M Garden courtyard\, and Roof Garden. As a porous block\, the project creates a welcoming entry to the complex and the neighborhood.\nSpeakers:\nDeveloper: Heidi Porscher\, 4M\nArchitect: Lisa Sauve and Adam Smith\, Synecdoche URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-i-southtown-creating-a-healthy-low-carbon-resilient-community/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250211T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T024910Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250203T043630Z UID:2854-1739275200-1739278800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session II: Accelerating to Zero—Faster Together Washtenaw County Climate Action Progress DESCRIPTION:Speakers:\nBeth Gibbons\, Director | Washtenaw County Resiliency Office\nMary Braun\, Energy and Sustainability Coordinator Washtenaw County- Facilities Management \nIn December 2022\, Washtenaw County adopted Resilient Washtenaw with a goal of county-wide carbon neutrality by 2035. According to the County GHG inventory\, existing buildings are the largest source of community CO2 emissions (66%). The county has completed a facility assessment and is implementing onsite renewables to meet their operational goal of carbon neutrality by 2030. \nBeth Gibbons began her work as Director of the Resiliency Office late last summer and will provide an update on the advancement of the climate plan in the county. Mary Braun has been instrumental in decarbonization planning and implementation for the county’s facility portfolio. She will share key takeaways from the facility assessment and the county’s next steps in the decarbonization of county facility operations. \nSpeakers will share implementation strategies for accelerating decarbonization in the broader county over the next year and how architects\, engineers and contractors are needed to change current practice and step up the removal of barriers to meet our community’s (and global) decarbonization goals. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-ii-resilient-washtenaw-update-and-the-decarbonization-of-county-facilities/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T025210Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T181002Z UID:2855-1741694400-1741698000@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session III: Accelerating to Zero—Faster Together University of Michigan Utilities Master Plan DESCRIPTION:Speakers: \nShana Weber\, Associate Vice President for Campus Sustainability\, University of Michigan \nKevin Morgan\, Manager\, Energy Management Program\, University of Michigan \nDescription: To meet the University of Michigan’s carbon neutrality goal\, the university is planning\nextensive geo-exchange heating and cooling systems\, deploying 25 MW of on-site solar\, and will\nparticipate in the construction of a new local off-site solar installation as part of a PPA. These actions will\nresult in the University sourcing all electricity from renewable sources. It also has established maximum\ncarbon-based standards for all new construction and major renovation projects costing more than $10\nmillion. The decarbonization of all university campuses will be guided by a utility master plan. This\npresentation will provide an overview of the planning underway for the Ann Arbor Campuses and\nprovide conceptual details for using utility scaled geo-exchange fields. \nAll new building and renovation projects are designed to be compatible with renewable energy-driven\nheating and cooling systems. Current projects include 99 bores (700 ft. deep) for a geo-exchange\nsystem at the Leinweber Computer Science and Information Building\, 85 bores for the dining hall of the\nCentral Campus Residential Development\, and 8 additional bores for the Ginsberg Center building on\nCentral Campus. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-iii-eliminating-scope-1-2-emissions-university-of-michigan-utilities-master-plan/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T180000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250320T200000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250224T212847Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T213030Z UID:2921-1742493600-1742500800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Sustainability in Houses of Worship DESCRIPTION:Please RSVP to join the A2ZERO Program and the Washtenaw / Ann Arbor 2030 District at an interactive evening to learn about and take action to promote “Sustainability in Houses of Worship“. Please save the date and submit your interest in attending by filling out this short form. \nLight refreshments will be served. Your hosts leaders from the 2030 District House of Worship Green Team and Missy Stults\, Director\, Sustainability & Innovations for the City of Ann Arbor. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/sustainability-in-houses-of-worship/ LOCATION:Ann Arbor Election Center\, 3021 Miller Road\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48103 END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250325T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250224T211230Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250224T211230Z UID:2918-1742904000-1742907600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Agrisolar: Maximizing Agriculture AND Renewable Energy DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe Michigan Legislature passed a law in 2023 requiring Michigan’s energy providers to achieve 100% clean energy by 2040. Beyond the climate benefits\, solar energy is increasingly cost-competitive with fossil fuels. \n“State officials estimate it may take 209\,000 acres worth of renewable energy to achieve clean energy goals. That’s half a percent of Michigan's land mass\, and about a third of the acreage Michigan currently uses to grow corn for ethanol-based gasoline. But it’s still more than twice the size of the city of Detroit. And neighbors often object to putting solar farms on open land for fear it will spoil the view\, affect property values\, destroy cropland and wildlife habitat or hinder outdoor recreation.” Bridge article \nThere are various co-location (dual- or multi-use) approaches to siting\, designing\, constructing\, and managing solar PV to reduce negative impacts of solar land use and enhance a wide range of ecological and anthropogenic services. Agrivoltaic and ecovoltaic co-location involve the direct integration of solar and agriculture (agrivoltaic) and/or more broadly ecosystem services (ecovoltaic) within the boundaries of solar infrastructure. Agrisolar PV is a broader umbrella concept and can include a variety of ground cover management approaches within the array bounds including both agrivoltaics and ecovoltaics\, and places more emphasis on holistic farm-integration rather than exclusively vertical integration of solar and agricultural production. Tools are being developed to help move agrisolar PV beyond the all-too-common “farming OR solar”\, or “food vs fuel” framing to a “farming AND solar” decision-making environment. \nSpeaker:\nM. Charles Gould\, MSU Extension Bioenergy Educator \nCharles Gould provides relevant expertise in the areas of renewable energy and energy conservation to Michigan farmers and agribusinesses that help them be sustainable now and into the future. He has expertise in dual-use land management and conservation practices for solar projects\, bioenergy crop production\, small anaerobic digesters\, and on-farm energy conservation measures. \nCharles is the author of journal articles\, bulletins\, fact sheets\, textbook chapters\, and curriculum. He also\nhas numerous articles published in the popular farm press. He has over 30 years of experience bringing about changes in behavior and perceptions that result in increasing farm profitability\, a cleaner environment\, and greater societal benefits. \nHe has a Bachelor of Science degree from Utah State University in Agriculture Education and a Master of\nAgricultural Extension from The University of Georgia with a focus on water quality. He has been with\nMichigan State University Extension since 1995. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/agrisolar-maximizing-agriculture-and-renewable-energy/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250404T123000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250404T033257Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T033257Z UID:2969-1743768000-1743769800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Graham Sustainability Scholars Transportation Team Presentation DESCRIPTION:Join us virtually to hear from the U-M Graham Sustainability Scholars team who worked closely with the 2030 District to administer this year’s transportation survey. Thanks to the participation of nearly 500 employees across Washtenaw County\, we have collected a range of data on commuting habits\, emissions\, and preferences that we’re excited to share with you. \nIn addition to a summary of the overall results\, we will be sharing how responses have changed since the first survey in 2021 and celebrating the teams with the highest participation rate. The winner will receive a Marquee Arts gift certificate to take their team to the movies! URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/graham-sustainability-scholars-transportation-team-presentation/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250408T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T025350Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250309T015209Z UID:2856-1744113600-1744117200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session IV: Updates to the Michigan Commercial Energy Code: 2025 and Beyond DESCRIPTION:Speaker:\nAaron Frantz\, PE\, Associate\, Peter Basso Associates \nDescription:\nBuilding codes set minimum standards for residential and commercial building construction and help to ensure the\nhealth\, safety and welfare of building occupants and communities. More specifically\, building energy codes set minimum energy efficiency requirements for new construction\, additions and certain renovations. In short\, energy codes outline the least energy-efficient building that can be built according to law. These codes address insulation\, windows\, air sealing\, HVAC equipment\, lighting controls and other factors that work together to help improve occupant health\, increase occupant comfort\, reduce emissions and ensure building resilience. Energy codes are also the only building codes that pay customers back overtime by lowering the energy use and associated costs of the buildings they occupy.\nThe new Michigan Commercial Energy Code takes effect on April 22 nd . This session will enable you to understand where the Commercial energy codes come from\, how they work\, what changes have occurred since the last update in 2015\, and how to navigate the path between prescriptive and modeled compliance paths. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-iv-tbd/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250414T153000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250404T203232Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250404T203232Z UID:2970-1744642800-1744644600@2030districts.org SUMMARY:SEAS Team Presentation - Food Service Business Sustainability Roadmap DESCRIPTION:Join Ann Arbor/Washtenaw 2030 District and the University of Michigan School for Environment and Sustainability Masters project team to learn about the Food Service Business Sustainability Roadmap. The team has conducted extensive research for the past year and a half to develop strategies specifically for restaurants\, bars\, and cafes to help reduce greenhouse gas emissions\, advance water conservation\, and improve waste management\, in alignment with Ann Arbor’s A2ZERO Plan. \nWe will share our findings from surveys and interviews with food service professionals serving customers at various scales and provide tangible examples of how to reduce emissions in day-to-day operations. Please attend if you would like to learn more about how food service businesses can become more energy efficient\, reduce water use\, decrease food and packaging waste\, improve employee engagement\, and procure food more sustainably. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/seas-team-presentation-food-service-business-sustainability-roadmap/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250513T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T025808Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250416T200633Z UID:2857-1747137600-1747141200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session V: City of Ann Arbor Sustainability Update DESCRIPTION:Speakers: Missy Stults\, Julie Roth \nDescription:\nThe City of Ann Arbor has set the goal of achieving community-wide carbon neutrality by 2030.\nAccording to the City of Ann Arbor’s 2021 GHG Inventory buildings (including U-M) account for 67% of\ncommunity emissions. In its 4th year of implementing the A2ZERO Plan\, the Office of Sustainability will\ndetail its progress and show how its climate action millage funds are being used and priorities for 2024-\n25.\nThe City of Ann Arbor Office of Sustainability will share progress on plan strategies and goals as well as\nspecific actions for accelerating decarbonization in the built environment to be implemented over the\nnext year and how architects\, engineers and contractors are needed to participate\, through identifying\nand removing barriers and pushing for relevant practice resources and policies to aid in meeting our\ncommunity’s (and global) decarbonization goals. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-v-city-of-ann-arbor-sustainability-update/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250610T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250107T030341Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250522T182519Z UID:2858-1749556800-1749560400@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Implementing the A2ZERO Carbon Neutrality Plan 2025 Session VI: Meijer Sustainability Overview DESCRIPTION:Speaker: Erik Petrovskis\, Director of Environmental Compliance and Sustainability\, Meijer \nDescription: \nOur food system is at the heart of some of the greatest environmental challenges our world faces today. Food service businesses have one of the highest average energy use per square foot of any retail use. However\, food service businesses are creative\, resilient\, and innovative! They are well-positioned to be leaders in our climate action. \nToday we are taking a deeper look at Meijer\, a regional\, family-owned Michigan based retailer who has set and is meeting meaningful climate goals. Meijer operates over 270 supercenters and grocery stores\nthroughout Michigan\, Ohio\, Indiana\, Illinois\, Kentucky and Wisconsin. Meijer pioneered the “one-stop shopping” concept and has evolved through the years to include expanded fresh produce and meat departments\, as well as pharmacies\, comprehensive apparel departments\, pet departments\, garden centers\, toys and electronics. \nMeijer surpassed a key sustainability goal of reducing its Scope 1 and 2 greenhouse gas emissions by 50 percent compared to 2018\, a year ahead of its target by achieving a 57 percent reduction in 2023.\nAs part of its ongoing commitment to sustainable practices\, Meijer implemented multiple key actions that improved its operational efficiency and contributed to its carbon emissions reduction milestone: \nRenewable Energy Investments: Meijer has taken a significant step toward reducing its carbon footprint by investing in virtual power purchase agreements with renewable solar and wind energy.\nEnergy Efficiency Prioritization: Meijer has converted lighting at its retail facilities to energy-efficient LED\, activated advanced building controls for optimized energy management and continues to conduct building recommissioning to improve overall operational efficiency. The retailer also prioritizes lifecycle asset management to replace equipment with more efficient options\, and implements and tests new advanced technology\, such as geothermal refrigeration.\nRefrigerant Management: For the last four years\, Meijer has achieved the lowest corporate-wide refrigerant emissions rate among all EPA GreenChill Program partners nationwide. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/implementing-the-a2zero-carbon-neutrality-plan-2025-session-vi-tbd/ ORGANIZER;CN="Ann Arbor 2030 District":MAILTO:karenthurman@2030districts.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250624T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250602T041354Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250602T041444Z UID:3126-1750766400-1750770000@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Heat Pumps 201 DESCRIPTION:Speaker: \nZachary Kosmal\, Energy Engineer with Energy Sciences \nDescription: \nReducing reliance on fossil fuels and transitioning to renewable energy is key to achieving decarbonization building operations. Cold climate heat pump technology is rapidly evolving\, and new systems can operate effectively in outdoor temperatures as low as -22° F.\nFor Architects\, Owners\, and Facility Managers\, this course is a deep dive into the diverse types of heat pumps\, what determines their efficiency\, and what influences their proper operation. Learn how to compare and evaluate leading high-efficiency manufacturers’ products and determine a recommended process for equipment replacement. \nPlease register HERE. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/heat-pumps-201/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T153000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250626T193000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250309T014725Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250430T181237Z UID:2945-1750951800-1750966200@2030districts.org SUMMARY:Ann Arbor / Washtenaw 2030 District Annual Summit DESCRIPTION:Join us to celebrate our work together at our 3rd Annual Summit! ** \nAgenda \n\n3:30-5:45 Workshops (2 Sessions 3:30-4:30\, and 4:45-5:45)\n5:45 Networking\, Beverages and Blower Door Test Demonstration*\n6:15 Dinner highlighting our Sustainable Food Service Business members\n6:30 The Learning Resource Center’s Journey to Carbon Neutrality\n7:00 Washtenaw 2030 District 2024 YE Report Stats and Recognition Program\n\nSummit Workshops \n3:30-4:30 Sessions \n\nResilient Washtenaw Workshop for Municipalities—capacity 40\n\nWashtenaw County will present their current plans for achieving their 2030 carbon neutrality goal in county operations and lead a discussion on what other municipalities are planning\, the barriers being encountered\, and resources needed. \n\nHouse of Worship Convening—capacity 40\n\n\nJoin 2030 District Green Team members in a facilitated convening to share strategies\, leverage resources and discuss ongoing collaborations. This is a follow-up to the March 20th session hosted by Ann Arbor’s Office of Sustainability and Innovation \n\nRenewable Energy Deployment and Resources—capacity 40\n\n\nKey to meeting our community decarbonization goals is the deployment of renewable energy\, either on or off site. This session is a primer covering local onsite PV system and battery storage options\, including Ann Arbor’s Sustainable Energy Utility\, geo-exchange solutions and utility green power programs. Continue discussing your project at the 5:45 networking session. \n\nBenchmarking Review and Decarbonization Planning Appointment (20-minute appointments starting at 3:30-5:30 (ending at 5:50)\n\nConsult with a 2030 District energy auditor to review your benchmarking reports and discuss actionable steps to improve energy and water use efficiency and continue to decarbonize your facility or portfolio. \n\nBenchmarking Jam—capacity 8\n\nNew to benchmarking or want to become better versed in Energy Star Portfolio Manager 2030? District staff will be in the computer lab to assist you at any level and answer questions. Bring your laptop or log in to ESPM from one of the computers provided. \n4:45-5:45 Sessions \n\nComplying with Ann Arbor’s Green Rental Housing Ordinance\n\nThe City of Ann Arbor and the 2030 District team up to provide rental housing owners and managers with an understanding of the ordinance as well as strategies and resources for compliance. Following this workshop there will be a blower door test demonstration. \n\nAll electric HVAC options and controls for commercial buildings\n\n\n2030 District Engineering Consultants will present and compare the major equipment options for roof top heat pump and VRF system solutions and discuss the range of control options for new and existing buildings. Continue discussing your project at the networking session immediately following the workshop. \n\nFunding your Decarbonization Journey\n\nA panel presentation and discussion of funding resources including utility programs\, 2030 District grants\, Federal and State programs\, Michigan Saves and Pace Financing. Continue discussing your project at the networking session immediately following the workshop. \n\nBenchmarking Jam—capacity 8\n\n\nNew to benchmarking or want to become better versed in Energy Star Portfolio Manager 2030? District staff will be in the computer lab to assist you at any level and answer questions. Bring your laptop or log in to ESPM from one of the computers provided. \n* Blower Door Test Demonstration – A blower door test measures a building’s air tightness\, helping identify and quantify air leakage\, which can impact energy efficiency\, indoor air quality\, and comfort. By creating a pressure difference\, the test reveals where air is entering or leaving the building\, allowing for targeted air sealing and improvements. \n** Summit Sponsorship Opportunity: ($500 or $250) Sponsors will be recognized at each workshop and in the program. Tabling opportunity for $500 sponsors. URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/save-the-date-ann-arbor-washtenaw-2030-district-annual-summit/ LOCATION:Washtenaw County Learning Resource Center 4135 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI 48108\, 4135 Washtenaw Ave\, Ann Arbor\, MI\, 48108\, United States END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20250909T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250819T040640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250827T171353Z UID:3289-1757419200-1757422800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:September Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Implementing the A²Zero Carbon Neutrality Plan Session VII: \nHigh Performance Glazing Technologies and Vacuum Insulated Glass \nEvolving energy standards and architectural trends put greater emphasis on glazing performance than ever\nbefore.  This course reflects on traditional glazing systems\, limitations\, and opportunities to dramatically\nimprove the thermal efficiency of the building envelope through emerging technologies.   Attendees will gain insight into how glazing systems affect overall wall performance and a core understanding of high-performance glazing components & assemblies including vacuum insulated glass.   Architects will learn how to evaluate and specify these products to meet specific project requirements\, enhance building performance\, and increase occupant comfort. \nLearning Objectives:\nParticipants will be able to:\n– Explain common insulated glass performance measurements and the impact of glass on total wall\nperformance.\n– Discuss the fundamentals of insulated glass and traditional technologies.\n– Describe the technology and performance of vacuum insulated glazing and its impact of envelope\nperformance. \nSpeaker: Scott Thompsen\, the co-founder and CEO of LuxWall\, Inc.\, a materials-focused\,\ntechnology-driven company\, headquartered in Ypsilanti\, MI and focused on manufacturing and\ncommercializing vacuum insulated glass products for commercial and residential buildings\,\nrefrigeration\, and appliances. \nhttps://www.luxwall.com/ ** Product Launch is 8.29.2025\nhttps://www.kolbewindows.com/blog/vacuum-insulating-glass-frequently-asked-questions URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/september-lunch-and-learn-2/ END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20251014T130000 DTSTAMP:20260403T215347 CREATED:20250819T040746Z LAST-MODIFIED:20250915T163248Z UID:3290-1760443200-1760446800@2030districts.org SUMMARY:October Lunch and Learn DESCRIPTION:Ann Arbor Public Schools will dive into how the Capital Bond program is enabling them to meet their sustainability goals that include eliminating direct emissions by 2035. \nAnn Arbor Public Schools (AAPS) is undertaking one of the largest capital improvement programs in the district’s history\, with a strong focus on sustainability that closely aligns with the City of Ann Arbor’s A 2 ZERO carbon neutrality plan. This session will explore how AAPS and its project partners work collaboratively to reduce emissions across district facilities and operations. The district has set ambitious sustainability goals\, and architects and design teams are helping to translate those goals into actionable strategies\, including electrification\, energy efficiency upgrades\, renewable energy integration\, with focus on healthy environments for occupants. Presenters will share case studies from recent and ongoing projects\, discuss metrics used to track emissions reductions\, and reflect on the challenges and opportunities of implementing low-carbon strategies in K–12 schools. Attendees will gain insights into how school districts and design teams can partner to create healthier\, more resilient\, and more sustainable learning environments while advancing community-wide climate goals. \nSpeakers: \nJason Bing – Director of Capital Programs\, Ann Arbor Public Schools \nDenise Close\, AIA – Senior Architect/ Senior Associate\, Quinn Evans Architects \nYao Ma\, AIA – Project Architect\, Quinn Evans Architects \nMaya Fraser – Designer\, Quinn Evans Architects URL:https://2030districts.org/annarbor/event/october-lunch-and-learn-2/ END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR