SOLAR 2010 PROGRAM - Wednesday, May 19

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REGISTRATION INFORMATION
All of the following sessions are included in All Access Pass and Full, Student and One Day Conference registration (except where "separate registration is required" is noted).

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CONFERENCE SESSIONS
All of the following sessions are included in All Access Pass and Full, Student and One Day Conference registration (except where "separate registration is required" is noted).

7:00am to 7:00pm
Registration Open

7:00am - 8:00am
ASES and ASME Speakers' Breakfast
ASES Awards Committee Meeting

8:30am to 10:00am
Conference Opening Plenary
The Conference Opening Plenary will feature a panel of renewable energy strategic thinkers and visionaries discussing the current state of the industry and their images of the future.
Speakers will include:
Ray Suarez, Correspondent, Leher NewsHour on PBS (moderator)
Denis Hayes, Executive Director, Bullitt Foundation
Amory Lovins, Cofounder, Chairman, and Chief Scientist, Rocky Mountain Institute
Brad Albert, General Manager of Strategic Planning & Resource Acquisition, APS
Catherine Zoi, Assistant Secretary for Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy, US Department of Energy

10:30am to noon
Advances in Geothermal and Ocean Energy Technologies – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Desikan Bharathan, National Renewable Energy Laboratory and Keith Gawlik, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Papers to be presented include:
Modeling of Ocean Thermal Energy Conversion Plant in Reunion Island
F. Sinama, F. Lucas and F. Garde, Universite de la Reunion - Iut de Terre Sainte
Feasibility of Wind Power for Brackish Groundwater Desalination: A Case Study of the Energy-Water Nexus in Texas
A. Stillwell and M. Webber, The University of Texas at Austin
Towards a Definition and Metric for the Survivability of Ocean Wave Energy Converters
A. Brown, R. Paasch, I. Tumer, A. von Jouanne, T. Brekken, P. Lenee Bluhm and J. Hovland, Oregon State University
A New Oscillating-Foil Power Generator for Sailingship-Based Renewable Energy Generation
M. Platzer, N. Sarigul-Klijn, University of California at Davis

10:30am to noon
Applications of Appropriate Technology in Renewable Energy - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Tom Diskin, San Mateo Community College (ret.)
Papers to be presented include:
A Passive Solar Water Purification System for Remote Areas of Afghanistan
W. Duff, A. Clopper, K. Fagerston, A. Koski, A. Leak, R. Palenfro, L. Ruff,  Z. Simpson, B. Smith and K. Ulrich, Colorado State University
Strengthening the Self-Sufficiency of Poor Communities through Adopting the Construction And Utilization of Integrated Collector Storage Solar Water Heaters.
R. Berkowitz, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Developing a Hybrid Solar/Wind Powered Irrigation System For Crops In The Great Plains
B. Vick, USDA-Agricultural Research Service Conservation and Production Research Laboratory
Simplified Method of Encapsulating Fragile PV Cells for Cottage Industry Production of Photovoltaic Modules
R. Komp and J. Burke, Maine Solar Energy Association; M. Perez and M. Perez, Grupo Fenix, Nicaragua; S. Kinne, Universidad Nacional de Ingenieria, Nicaragua and J. Noel and A. Georges, Enersa, Haiti
Solar Thermal Energy for Biodiesel Process Heating
D. Cagle, Clarendon College and B. Deaton

10:30am to noon
Applications of Solar Radiation for PV - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Frank Vignola, University of Oregon
Papers to be presented include:
Quantifying the Variability in Solar PV Production Forecasts
S. Dean, DAI Management Consultants, Inc.
Validation of PV Performance Models Using Satellite-Based Irradiance Measurements: A Case Study
J. Stein, Sandia National Laboratories; R. Perez, ASRC University at Albany and A. Parkins, Clean Power Research
Observed Impacts of Transient Clouds on Utility Scale PV Fields
A. Kankiewicz, WindLogics Inc.; M. Sengupta, National Renewable Energy Laboratory and D. Moon, WindLogics Inc.
Applications of Resource Assessment for Solar Energy
J. McCabe, ASES Fellow

10:30am to noon
Case Studies in Community Solar - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Dana Hall, Energy Policy Coordinator, Pace Energy and Climate Center
Community Solar financing models allow for increased participation in solar development amongst previously inaccessible market segments. Many energy customers may wish to support solar, but are barred from participation because of a range of obstacles. Likewise, many flat roofed buildings with great potential for capacity do not build projects because the load on site is not large enough to absorb the generation. Community Solar allows for these two ends of the spectrum to combine resources to develop projects that serve on-site loads as well as additional loads that may or may not be contiguous to the site of generation. This year’s “Case Studies in Community Solar” forum will provide a particular focus on those models emerging in the service territories of investor owned utilities, including Arizona Public Service’s Community Power project in Flagstaff Arizona, Net Metering Credits in Massachusetts, and Solar Empowerment Zones in New York City. The forum will also feature the Interstate Renewable Energy Council’s best practices review of community solar programs around the nation.
Presentations Include:
Community Renewables - Best Practices: Issues and Solutions
Joseph Wiedman, Partner, Keyes & Fox LLP, Presenting on Behalf of the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC)
Community Power Project - The Flagstaff Pilot
Eran Mahrer, Director of Renewable Energy, Arizona Public Service
Net Metering Community Energy Projects in Massachusetts
Nathan Phelps, Economist, Massachusetts Department of Public Utilities
New York City - Solar America Cities, Community Solar Financing
Chirs Neidl, Outreach and Advocacy Coordinator, Solar One

10:30am to noon
Climate Control and the Environment 1 – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Michael Webber, University of Texas at Austin
Papers to be presented include:
The Environmental and Economic Impact of IGCC in China, With Comparison to Alternative Options
Z. Hu and J.Pratt, Shanghai Jiao Tong University
Performance Evaluation of Porous Media Incorporated Kerosene Pressure Stoves
M. Sharma, Indian Institute of Technology and P. Mahanta, IIT Guwahati
Combustion Emissions Modeling and Testing of Conventional Diesel Fuel
H. Liu, S. Strank, M. Werst, R. Hebner, Center for Electromechanics, University of Texas at Austin and J. Osara, Department of Mechanical Engineering
Combustion Emissions Modeling and Testing of Neat Biodiesel Fuels
H. Liu, S. Strank, M. Werst, R. Hebner, Center for Electromechanics, University of Texas at Austin and J. Osara, Department of Mechanical Engineering

10:30am to noon
CSP Optical Analysis – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Allison Gray, NREL and Bradley R. Stone, Stirling Energy Systems and Ihtesham Chowdhury, Arizona State University
Papers to be presented include:
A Parametric Study of the Impact of Various Error Contributions on the Flux Distribution of a Solar Dish Concentrator
C. Andraka, B. Iverson and J. Yellowhair, Sandia National Laboratories
Finite Element Modeling of Concentrating Solar Collectors for Evaluation of Gravity Loads, Bending, and Optical Characterization
J. Christian and C. Ho, Sandia National Laboratories
Development of a _Solar Patch_ Calculator to Evaluate Heliostat-Field Irradiance as a Boundary Condition in CFD Models
S.S Khalsa and C. Ho, Sandia National Labororatories
Analytical Methods to Evaluate Flux Distributions from Point-Focus Collectors for Solar Furnace and Dish Engine Applications
C. Ho, S. Khalsa, Sandia National Laboratories and N. Siegel, Sandia

10:30am to noon
Energy Efficiency: Methods and Verification – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Ming Qu, Purdue University
Papers to be presented include:
A Method to Estimate Real-Time Energy Performance and Carbon Offsets in Residential Buildings
J. Gonzalez, Grove School of Engineering, The City College of New York; S. Vargas, A. Wong and M. Aschheim, Santa Clara University
A Theoretical and Experimental Comparison of the Thermal Behavior of a Building Located in Desert Climate
G. Alvarez, J. XamЯn, CENIDET; M. Chagolla, CENIDET-DGEST-SEP; M. JimΘnez, CIEMAT-PSA, S. Suarez, CIEMAT and M. Heras, CIEMAT-MONCLOA
Evaluation of Measurement and Verification Procedures for Retrofit Savings Using Calibrated Energy Building Models
M. Krarti and N. Kalinic, University of Colorado
Identifying Inefficient Single-Family Homes with Utility Bill Analysis
S. Casey, M. Krarti, University of Colorado; D. Roberts and M. Bianchi, National Renewable Energy Laboratory

10:30am to noon
Energy from Waste Products – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Byard D. Wood, Utah State University and Makame Makame, Makame
Papers to be presented include:
Colorado Community Benefits from Installing Waste Heat Recovery System
J. Strehler, Town of Avon Colorado; S. Vandenburgh, D. Parry and T. Rynders, CDM, Inc.
Economics of Wastewater Treatment Codigestion
M. Keleman, InSinkErator
Design of Farm Waste-driven Supply Side Infrastructure for Data Centers
R. Sharma, T. Christian, M. Arlitt, C. Bash and C. Patel, Hewlett Packard Laboratories
Experimental Studies on a DI Diesel Engine Using Tyre Pyrolysis Oil Diethyl Ether Blends
S. Murugan, National Institute of Technology Rourkela and G. Nagarajan, Anna University

10:30am to noon
Harnessing the Sun - Active Solar Applications - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Doug Balcomb, retired NREL
Papers to be presented include:
Designing a Solar Ready Roof: Establishing the Conditions for a High-Performing Solar Installation
H. Bryan and H. Rallapalli and J. Jin Ho, Arizona State University
Quantifying the Location Advantage on Solar Energy ProductionCase Study: Solar Decathlon Competition
C. Yimprayoon and M. Navvab, University of Michigan
Seed / Catalyst: Collaboration and Cross-Disciplinary Education in the Penn State Solar Decathlons
L. Iulo and J. Brownson, The Pennsylvania State University
Appropriate Technology: A Field Study of Residential Thermosiphon Solar Space Heaters in Valle de las Palmas, Mexico
M. McFadden, California State Polytechnic University, Pomona
Highly Integrated SIP Roofing System
M. Grimm, Arizona State University
Solar Shutters: Form, Function and Practicality of a Non-Traditional BIPV Application
G. Swanson, Grand Valley State University
1.5 AIA CEU's - Health & Welfare and Sustainability - available for this session

10:30am to noon
Heat Pump, Absorption, and Cooling Systems – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: John Bryant, Texas A&M University at Qatar
Papers to be presented include:
Regeneration Strategies of Air-purification TSA Process for Cryogenic Air Distillation Plant
P. Zhang, L. Wang, University of Science and Technology Beijing; Y. Cheng, Z. Li, Y. Gao and D. Wang, Baosteel Limited Corporation
The Thermodynamic Analysis and Experimental Investigation on Trans-Critical Carbon Dioxide Heat Pump System
Y. Xie, Y. Liu, Y. Mai and L. Zong, North China Electric Power University
Implementation of Solar Thermal Driven Absorption Cooling in the Southeast
S. Smith, PE, AWARE Environmental, Inc.
Experimental Assessment and Thermal Performance of an Ammonia-Water Absorption Heat Pump
T. Ibrahim, King Saud University
Performance of Add-On, Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) Systems and Their Impacts on Electric Utility Loads
Y. Sharaf-Eldeen, E. Gay, Florida Institute of Technology and C. Muccio, ASME Member

10:30am to noon
How Can Universities Prepare Students for the Renewable Energy Revolution? - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Chuck Kutscher, Group Manager, NREL
As a result of concerns with climate change and our nation's reliance on imported oil, the renewable energy industries are rapidly expanding. Concentrating solar power, photovoltaics, and solar heating and cooling installations are providing new job opportunities. While community colleges and specialized training programs are educating installers, universities are also developing programs to produce engineers and scientists who can perform solar R&D and develop new products. In this forum, several university professors will describe their solar energy programs. The audience will be encouraged to participate with ideas on how to improve university education to better enable renewable energy growth.
Speakers Include:
Pat Phelan, Professor, Arizona State University
Jane Davidson, Professor, University of Minnesota
Bob Boehm, Professor, University of Nevada-Las Vegas
Frank Kreith, Professor, University of Colorado
Allison Gray, Engineer I, NREL

10:30am to noon
Light Measures - Daylight Modeling - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Troy Peters, California Polytechnic State University
Papers to be presented include:
Dynamic Solar Shading and Glare Control for Human Comfort and Energy Efficiency at UCSD: Integrated Design and Simulation Strategies
C. Meek, University of Washington and J. Breshears, ZGF Architects llp.
Generative Design and Analysis of Solar Screens
B. Lockyear, Lockyear Design
Achieving Successful Daylight Integration in Senior Living: Improving Visual Comfort for Elderly Residents Through Use of High Dynamic Range Imaging and Glare Assessment
L. Hargrave, University of North Carolina Charlotte
Building Information Modeling (BIM) & Sustainability - Using Design Technology for Daylight Modeling
B. Ridderbos and V. Sami, Lord Aeck & Sargent Architecture
1.5 AIA CEU's - Health & Welfare and Sustainability - available for this session

10:30am to noon
Market Analysis - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Kevin Fox, Keyes and Fox, LLP
Papers to be presented include:
U.S. Solar Market Trends
L. Sherwood, Interstate Renewable Energy Council and Sherwood Associates
Modeling the U.S. Rooftop Photovoltaics Market
E. Drury, P. Denholm and R. Margolis, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Measuring Our Impacts: Photovoltaic Program Performance and Market Response to Incentives
C. Jenkins and D. Hill, Vermont Energy Investment Corporation
Weather-Adjusted PV Performance Guarantees
M. Hollingsworth and J. Ressle, Clean Power Research and R. Perez, ASRC, University at Albany

10:30am to noon
Solar Cooling and Combined Systems – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Jane H. Davidson, University of Minnesota - Twin Cities and Ma Dolores Duran,
Papers to be presented include:
Radiative Cooling in Northern Europe Using a Roof Window
M. Fält and R. Zevenhoven, Åbo Akademi University
Simulation Study for an Absorption Solar Cooling System Operated in Taiwan
R. Yang, National Sun Yat-Sen University, Mechanical and Electro-Mechanical Engineering Department
Solar Thermal Driven Cooling System for a Data Center in Albuquerque New Mexico
N. Fumo, Mississippi State University; V. Bortone, Johnson Controls, Inc. and J. Zambrano, Universidad del Tachira
Design and Analysis of an Integrated Solar Absorption Cooling and Heating System at Purdue University
Y. Hang and M. Qu, Purdue University
Implementation of Solar Thermal Driven Absorption Cooling in the Southeast
S. Smith, PE, AWARE Environmental, Inc.

10:30am to noon
Sustainable Transportation Energy I – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Trevor Demayo, Chevron Energy Technology Co and Todd Otanicar, Loyola Marymount University
Papers to be presented include:
Centralized Transportation Fuel Planning: Leveraging Californian Refineries as Transportation Utilities
E. Grubert, University of Texas at Austin
Sustainable Transportation Fuels from Off-peak Wind Energy, CO2, and Water
L. Holte, G. Doty, D. McCree, J. Doty and D. Doty, Doty Energy
Toward Efficient Reduction of CO2 to CO for Renewable Fuels
D. Doty, J. Staab, G. Doty and L. Holte, Doty Energy
Integrating Renewable Energy Technologies to Reduce Large Ship Fuel Consumption
B. Gully, C. Seepersad, M. Webber and R. Thompson, University of Texas at Austin

12:30pm to 1:30pm
Business Meetings

- ASES Membership Committee
- ASES Public Relations Committee
- SOLAR TODAY Magazine Advisory Council
- ASES Solar Electric Division Annual Meeting
- SBSE Annual Meeting

12:30pm to 5:30pm
SEIA Solar Thermal Division Meeting
Members Only

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Advances in Low Temperature Solar Heating Applications – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: James Hammonds, Howard University and Luis H. Alva-Solari, Solarsa
Papers to be presented include:
Performance Modeling of an Air-Based Photovoltaic/Thermal (PV/T) Collector
R. Casey, M. Brandemuehl, University of Colorado at Boulder; T. Merrigan and J. Burch, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Designing of Solar Water Bath Heater for Gas Pressure Reducing Station in Of 150,000 Nm3/H Capacity in Assaluyeh Region in South Iran
F. Dalir and M. Khalaji, Tehran Science and Research Campus
Heat Flow Control and Energy Recovery Using CO2 in Double Glass Arrangements
R. Zevenhoven and M. FΣlt, ┼bo Akademi University
Heat Pipe Augmented Solar Heating System
B. Robinson, M. Sharp, E. Brehob, N. Chmielewski and M. Albanese, University of Louisville
Prediction of Degradation of Polyolefins used in Solar Domestic Hot Water Components
W. Camisa, S. Mantell, J. Davidson and G. Singh, University of Minnesota

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Alternative Electric Power Technologies I – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Jacek Kalina, Silesian University of Technology
Papers to be presented include:
Human Power Generation in Fitness Facilities
M. Haji, K. Lau and A. Agogino, University of California, Berkeley
Designing, Integrating, and Implementing a Microgrid
C. Boriack and C. Lute, Concurrent Technologies Corporation
Supercritical thermodynamic cycle for power generation from low- and mid- temperature heat sources
H. Chen, D. Goswami, M. Rahman and E. Stefanakos, University of South Florida
Solute Ion Coulomb Force Monopole Motor and Solute Ion Linear Alignment Propulsion
A. Fresco, Member - ASME International
A Roadmap for Rural electrification in Developing Countries using MiViPPs (Micro utility virtual power plants).
S. Pandey, Indian School of Mines Dhanbad and M. Chauhan, BITS Pilani

2:00pm to 3:30pm
American Solar Energy Society Policy Recommendations: Update and Report Card for the 111th Congress - ASES Forum
Moderated by: David Hill, Managing Consultant, Vermont Energy Investment Corporation
In early 2009, the American Solar Energy Society released Policy Recommendations for the 111th Congress – Tackling Climate Change and Creating a Green Energy Economy. This forum will provide a critical and timely report card on how well pending and passed legislation and administrative actions have met the challenge and opportunities identified in the ASES report. After a Report Card presentation by the moderator, the panelists - who include national subject matter experts and representatives for leading elected officials - will discuss and comment on critical policy issues in seven topical areas including Carbon, Energy Efficiency, Renewable Electricity, Carbon, Smart Grid and Transmission, Greening the Workforce, and Federal Leadership. Learn from the experts if we are passing or failing - and how the grades can be improved!
Speakers Include:
Chuck Kutscher, Principal Engineer/Group Manager, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Kristen Mayes, Chairman, Arizona Corporation Commission
Jeff Schlegel, Consultant, Schlegel & Associates

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Biochar - The Only Carbon-Negative Renewable Energy Option? - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Ronal Larson, President, Larson Consulting
The major reason for seeing slower-than-desirable renewable energy system growth and a predicted low system penetration upper limit is that those with the greatest national potential (wind and solar) are intermittent and non-dispatchable. Hybridizing these with energy from a Biochar system removes both major limitations. Just as important is that Biochar is projected to be the most economical means of long-term removal of atmospheric carbon. Surprisingly, the placement of char in soils not only dramatically increases soil productivity with a one-time application, but allows lowered fertilizer use and capture of several other global warming gases.
Speakers Include:
Denis Hayes, President, Bullitt Foundation
Chuck Kutscher, Principal Engineer /Group Manager, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Nancy LaPlaca, Energy Consultant - Externalities, Ariz C C, Self-employed
Jonah Levine, Vice-President, Biochar Engineering Corporation

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Climate Control and the Environment 2 – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Michael Webber, University of Texas at Austin
Papers to be presented include:
The Feasibility Study of Household Units PV Cells for Carbon Emission Reduction in Developing Countries: A Case Study of North Cyprus
O. Agboola, F. Egelioglu and M. Agboola, Eastern Mediterrean .University
Assessment Indexes and Systems of Environmental Quality of Green Buildings in China
B. Wei, W. Luo and B. Zhang, North China Electric Power University
Deployment Prospects for Proposed Sustainable Energy Alternatives in 2020
D. Doty, G. Doty, D. McCree and J. Doty, Doty Energy

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Community Power Project: Flagstaff Pilot - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Phil Smithers, Manager - Renewable Energy Technical Services, APS
The increase in distributed and large scale renewable energy installations brings new challenges to the utility. As we move forward into this new paradigm, the utility will need to challenge its processes and increase its knowledge base on integrating these variable resources into the electric grid. In 2009 APS announced its Community Power Project in Flagstaff, Arizona. This project will bring a high penetration of distributed renewable energy to a targeted location on the APS system to learn more about the management of these resources and their integration with future smart grid technologies. This presentation will address the expected study objectives from the Flagstaff Community Power Project.
Presentations Include:
APS Smart Grid and Renewable Initiatives - Flagstaff, Arizona
Phil Smithers, Manager - Renewable Energy Technical Services, APS
From Concept to Rooftop: Community Power Project - Flagstaff Pilot
Michelle Lehman, Project Manager - Renewable Portfolio Management, APS
Birds Eye View: a Flagstaff-based PV Installer's Experience Partnering with APS in the Development and Deployment of the CPP
Carl Ramsey, President, Architectural & Environmental Associates
Community Impacts of the Community Power Project
William Auberle, Professor of Civil and Environmental Engineering, Northern Arizona University
Defining a PV-Friendly Feeder: Elements and Methodology for a Demonstration Pilot in Flagstaff, Arizona
David Narang, Renewable Engineer- Renewable Energy Technical Services, APS
Addressing Solar Intermittency Concerns through Smart Grid Enabled Distributed Generation
Dr. Charles Korman, Chief Technologist - Solar Energy, GE - Energy Research

2:00pm to 3:30pm
CSP Optical Tools – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Edgar Teufel, German Aerospace Center and Michael Wagner, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Papers to be presented include:
Methodology to Assess Potential Glare Hazards from Concentrating Solar Power Plants: Analytical Models and Experimental Validation
C. Ho, C. Ghanbari and R. Diver, Sandia National Laboratories
Test Results and Status of the TOP Alignment System for Parabolic Trough Solar Collectors
R. Diver, Sandia National Laboratories and T. Moss, Sandia
Heliostat Alignment Methods: An Overview and Comparison
J. Yellowhair, C. Ho, Sandia National Laboratories
On the Development of a Low Cost Pyrheliometer
M. Gnos, Energy Sustainability Center at Florida State University; B. Greska and A. Krothapalli, Florida State University

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Diverse Research Concepts for Advancing Solar Technologies - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Allison Gray, National Renewable Energy Lab
Papers to be presented include:
Prototype Development and Testing of Inflatable Concentrating Solar Power Systems
M. Sankrithi and U. Sankrithi, RIC Enterprises
Optical Analysis and Comparison of Single-Sided Absorber CPC (SSACPC) and Double-Sided Absorber CPC (DSACPC) Collectors
D. Nchelatebe Nkwetta, M. Smyth,  A. Zacharopoulos and T. Hyde, University of Ulster, United Kingdom
Twelve Year Evaluation of a Novel ICPC Solar Collector Installation: The Role of Failure Modes in Changing Optical and Thermal Performance
W. Duff and J. Daosukho, Colorado State University
Solar Cell Development Requires Effective Metrology: Recent Thermography Developments Can Help
C. Bainter, FLIR Systems, Inc.
Three-Dimensional Mathematical Model of Time–Dependent Convection in Solar Energy Systems
R. Castro and J. Duffy, University of Massachusetts Lowell

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Energy Efficiency and Management in Buildings – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: John Bryant, Texas A&M University at Qatar
Papers to be presented include:
A Practical Integration Approach and Whole Building Energy Simulation of Three Energy Efficient Building Technologies
J. Miller, A. Zhivov, U.S. Army ERDC-CERL; M. Deru, K. Benne, National Renewable Energy Laboratory and D. Herron, U.S. Army ERDC-CERL
Development and Testing of an Automated Building Commissioning Analysis Tool (ABCAT)
J. Bynum, D. Claridge, Texas A&M University and J. Curtin, Wylie Consulting Engineers
Simulation of Indoor Air Flow Fields in a Large Space Building with Stratified Air Conditioning and Perforated Side Wall Diffusers
B. Wei and L. Zhang, North China Electric Power University
Tool for Small Office Buildings Energy Consumption Estimation
N. Fumo and P. Mago, Mississippi State University.

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Evolution of Large Scale PV - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair:
Papers to be presented include:
Co-Locating Wind and Solar Resources in a Constrained Transmission Environment
S. Wiese and L. Long, Clean Energy Associates; L. Libby, Austin Energy and B. Ryan, Clean Energy Associates
Assessing Potential PV Deployment on New York City’s Network Distribution System
K. Anderson, National Renewable Energy Laboratory
Increasing PV System Performance with Active Power Management
P. Tsao, R. Muenster, S. Mah, M. Eaglin and S. Sarhan, National Semiconductor Corp.
On the Use of Optical Waveguides in Hybrid Photovoltaic Solar Thermal Energy Converters
S. Shepard, University of Central Florida
Wireless Technologies Provide Effective Data Communications to the Solar Power Industry
C. Lippincott, FreeWave Technologies, Inc.

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Green Energy Infrastucture Case Study – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Hongxi Yin, Purdue University and K. Max Zhang, Cornell University
Papers to be presented include:
IT-Enabled Resource Management
A. Shah, R. Sharma, C. Bash, M. Marwah, T. Christian, C. Patel and K. Corrigan, Hewlett Packard Laboratories
Greening Tenant/Landlord Processes: Demonstrating Transformation In the Industry
C. Carmichael, Rocky Mountain Institute and M. Krarti, University of Colorado
The Co-Design of Water and Energy Efficient Sustainable Housing with the Pinoleville Pomo Nation
T. Schultz, R. Shelby and A. Agogino, University of California, Berkeley
On the Environmental Sustainability of Solar Technologies in a Coastal City
B. Lebassi, Santa Clara University; J. Gonzalez, Grove School of Engineering, The City College of New York and B. Bornstein, San Jose State University
Application and Development of Renewable Energy: A Case Study of Solar Energy Utilization in Baoding, China
X. Zhang, Y. Gao and G. Shi, North China Electric Power University

2:00pm to 3:30pm
It's all Local: Strategies and Tools for Driving Solar Costs Down
Moderated by: Annie Carmichael, Federal Policy Director, Vote Solar
Ready to make your city a solar champion? Want to help bring down the cost of going solar in your hometown but don’t know where to start? Join this forum to learn about local solar policies and programs that are fundamentally changing solar’s cost equation. From permitting to municipal financing and customer aggregation programs, this will be an interactive session designed to explore local policies for making solar more accessible. You will leave armed with the tools and strategies you need to become an agent of change in your community.
Speakers Include:
Danielle Murray, Renewable Energy Program Manager, Department of EnvironmentCity & County of San Francisco
Dave Llorens, CEO, One Block Off the Grid
Hannah Muller, Solar America Cities Program Lead, Solar Program, Department of Energy
Sal DiCiccio, City Councilman, District 6, City o f Phoenix

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Low/Zero Emission Power Plants & Carbon Sequestration 1 – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Marco Gazzino, ENEL
Papers to be presented include:
Technical and Economic Analysis of a Waste-To-Energy Plant for Austin, Texas under a Range of Greenhouse Gas Emissions Prices
A. Townsend and M. Webber, The University of Texas at Austin
Using Solar Thermal Energy for Solvent Regeneration in Post-Combustion CO2 Capture
S. Cohen, M. Webber and G. Rochelle The University of Texas at Austin
Opportunities for CO2 Capture and Storage in Iranian Electricity Generation
F. Zabihian and A. Fung, Ryerson University
Analysis of Flexible CO2 Capture over an Investment Life Using a Dynamic Electric Grid Model
J. Fyffe, S. Cohen, M. Webber and G. Rochelle, The University of Texas at Austin

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Making the Case - Case Studies - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair:
Papers to be presented include:
Hanoi Housing Materials Study
A. Pease, University of Oregon
Case Study of Improved Air Conditioning of a Large Public Building by the Combination of Natural Ventilation and Cooling Strategy in New Delhi, India
N. Bhowal, Katholieke Universities, Belgium
HELIOHOUSE: Integrating Solar Design and Accessibility
S. Dent, Dent & Nordhaus, Architects
Performance Results from Thirteen Years of Data for a Super Energy Efficient Renewable Energy Home in Northern Kentucky
W. Brockman, SIPS Energy, LLC
Dale and Pat Bulla Residence: A Sustainable Net Zero Energy House in a Hot Humid Climate
L. Holder IV and L. Holder III, L. M. Holder III FAIA
Active Solar Retrofit of a Residential House, a Case Study in Egypt
S. Attia and A. De Herde, Universitй Catholique de Louvain, Belgium
1.5 AIA CEU's - Health & Welfare and Sustainability - available for this session

2:00pm to 3:30pm
No Building Left Behind - Architectural Education - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Bruce Haglund, University of Idaho
Papers to be presented include:
Experiences with Teaching Carbon-Neutral Building Design
W. Grondzik, Ball State University
Green Building Advocacy Through the Design Studio:The Water Sciences and Engineering Laboratory as a LEED Platinum/ Living Building
J. Wasley, University of Wisconsin-Milwaukee
Greening Architectural Education: Ranking Schools to Encourage Change
W. Grondzik, Ball State University
Perceptions of Environmental Responsibility in Architectural Education
K. Hubbert and W. Grondzik, Ball State University
Plugged In! Effectiveness of Plug Load Awareness in an Architecture Studio Setting
K. Felver and P. Wolfe, University of Oregon
1.5 AIA CEU's - Health & Welfare and Sustainability - available for this session\

2:00pm to 3:30pm
Sustainable Transportation Energy II – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Todd Otanicar, Loyola Marymount University and Patrick Phelan, Arizona State University
Papers to be presented include:
Simulation by Means Computational Fluids Dynamics of the Mixing Process Air-Natural Gas in a Turbocharger Diesel Engine.
F. Bermejo Altamar and L. Corredor Martinez, Universidad del Norte
Conversion of Gasoline Vehicles to CNG - Hybrid Electric Vehicles CNG-ELECTRIC VEHICLES) for Qatar
H. Moghbelli and J. Abraham, Texas A&M University at Qatar
A Compact External Combustion Engine With High Part-Load Efficiency
R. Bourque, Bourque Engineering LLC
Experimental Study on Waste Heat Recovery from an IC Engine Using Thermoelectric Technology
R. Kumar

2:00 - 3:30pm
Business Meeting
ASES SOLAR 2011 National Organizing Committee

4:00 to 5:30pm
Creative Innovations with Small Scale PV - ASES Technical Session
Session Chair: Marlene Brown, Sandia National Labs
Papers to be presented include:
Methodology for Estimating the Rooftop Solar Feasibility on an Urban Scale
H. Bryan, H. Rallapalli, P. Rasmussen and G. Fowles, Arizona State University
An Integrated Design Approach to Optimize Photovoltaic Systems
A. Tartaglione, HT Solar
Integrative Photovoltaic Awnings in the Natural Fusion Home: Solar Decathlon 2009
J. Rayl and J. Brownson, The Pennsylvania State University
Evaluation of a Prototype Solar Awning
F. Vignola, P. Harlan, R. Kessler, and I. Elzeydi, University of Oregon; R. Simonton, Oregon University System and F. Mavromatakis, T.E.I. of Crete, Greece
Modeling Improved Behavior In Stand-Alone PV Systems with Battery-Ultracapacitor Hybrid Systems
C. Tammineedi and J. Brownson, The Pennsylvania State University and K. Leonard, SolRayo, Inc.
Solar PV Carousel Trackers for Building Flat Rooftops: Three Case Studies
L. Fraas,  J. Avery, L. Minkin and H. Huang, JX Crystals Inc.; H. Schneider, Consultec and D. Larson, Consulting Engineering

4:00 to 5:30pm
CSP Components – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Nathan Siegel, Sandia
Papers to be presented include:
Effect of Camera-like Aperture in Quest for Maintaining Quasi-Constant Radiation Inside a Solar Reactor
N. Ozalp, A. Toyama, A. Kanjirakat and R. Rowshan, Texas A&M University at Qatar
An Air-Based Cavity-Receiver for Solar Trough Concentrators
R. Bader, ETH Zurich; M. Barbato, SUPSI; A. Pedretti, Airlight Energy Holding SA and A. Steinfeld, ETH Zurich
Preliminary Analysis Of A 100 kWth Mini-Tower Solar Field With An Integrated Optical Waveguide Receiver For Solar Chemistry
A. Gonzalez, J. Gonzalez-Aguilar and M. Romero Alvarez, IMDEA Energy
Thermodynamic Cycles for Small Particle Heat Exchange Receivers used in Concentrating Solar Power Plants
K. Kitzmiller and F. Miller, San Diego State University
Thermal Modelling and Simulation of Parabolic Trough Absorber Tubes
M. Eck, German Aerospace Center; J. Feldhoff and R. Uhlig, DLR

4:00 to 5:30pm
Economic, Environmental and Efficiency Evaluations of Systems – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Laura A. Schaefer, University of Pittsburg
Papers to be presented include:
Design for Sustainable Data Center Energy Use and Eco-Footprint
M. Meckler, Design Build Systems
Evaluation of Environmental Loads for the Synthesis of a Trigeneration System
L. Serra, M. Lozano and M. Carvalho, Aragon Institute of Engineering Research (I3A) - Universidad de Zaragoza
Revamping, energy efficiency and exergy analysis of an existing upstream gas treatment facility
G. Valenti, Politecnico di Milano; M. Margarone, S. Magi, Eni Exploration and Production; G. Gorla, S. Biffi, P. Siboni, Tecnomare; M. Romano, A. Giuffrida, E. Negri and E. Macchi,Politecnico di Milano
Economic optimization of Shell and tube Heat exchanger based on constructal theory
M. Amidpour and A. Vahdat Azad, K.N. Toosi University of Technology
Economic Evaluation of Residential Central Air Conditioning Systems
B. Wei, H. Yang and W. Luo, North China Electric Power University

4:00 to 5:30pm
Energy Storage – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Rathinam Selvam, University of Arkansas and Debjyoti Banerjee, Texas A&M University
Papers to be presented include:
Projections of Levelized Cost Benefit of Grid-Scale Energy Storage Options
D. Doty, D. McCree and G. Doty, Doty Energy
Leveling Intermittent Renewable Energy Production Through Biomass Gasification-Based Hybrid Systems
J. Dean, R. Braun, Colorado School of Mines; M. Penev, C. Kinchin, National Renewable Energy Laboratory and D. Munoz, Colorado School of Mines
Numerical analysis of PCM based storage unit for storing night coolness in harsh climatic conditions
A. Ahmad, Asian insttitute of Technolog
Electric Utility Operational Cost and Emissions Management with Grid-scale Energy Storage
C. Harris, M. Webber and J. Meyers, The University of Texas at Austin

4:00 to 5:30pm
Innovative Simulation and Analysis Method – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Ming Qu, Purdue University and K. Max Zhang, Cornell University
Papers to be presented include:
Energyplus Simulation Speedup Using Data Parallelization Concept
V. Garg, K. Chandrasen, S. Tetali, IIIT Hyderabad and J. Mathur, Malaviya National Institute of Technology Jaipur
Net Zero Building Cluster Energy Systems Analysis for a Battalion Command
A. Zhivov, F. Holcomb, R. Liesen, U.S. Army Engineer Research & Development Center; S. Richter, GEF Ingenieur AG and R. Jank, Volkswohnung GmbH
Instrumentation and Simulation of the Hygro-thermal Conditions of a Green Building : A Study of the Impact Post-Occupancy Usages on Thermal Comfort
F. LUCAS, J. Perouzel, F. SINAMA, UniversitΘ de la RΘunion - Iut Saint Pierre and F. Garde, Garde
The Analysis and Application of Energy-internet in the Low-carbon Community
H. Liang, W. long, Y. Song and F. Liu, Tongji University
Development of an Hourly Optimization Tool for Renewable Energy Systems
C. Lee, M. Krarti, University of Colorado and A. Walker, NREL

4:00 to 5:30pm
Low/Zero Emission Power Plants & Carbon Sequestration 2 – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Marco Gazzino, ENEL
Papers to be presented include:
Thermo-economic analysis of microalgae co-firing process for fossil fuel-fired power plants
J. Ma, O. Hemmers, Harry Reid Center for Environmental Studies, University of Nevada, Las Vegs
An Advanced Power-Generation System with CO2 Recovery Integrating Dimethyl Ether (DME) Fueled Chemical-Looping Combustion
T. Han, H. Hong, H. Jin, Institute of Engineering Thermophysics and C. Zhang, Graduate University of Chinese Academy of Sciences
Practical Considerations for Low Emission Thermal Power Plants
D. Galpin and T. Galpin, Shaw Power Group

4:00 to 5:30pm
The Many Flavors of Net Metering: A Tasting Menu of Successful Solar Policy - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Shaun Chapman, Vote Solar
Net metering has been described as one of the most effective policy tools at any level of government for decentralizing and greening American energy sources. Today states nationwide are proving that there’s nothing vanilla about this fundamental solar policy. This session will explore the many flavors of net metering, including innovative models like neighborhood net metering, the intersection of net metering and feed-in-tariffs, and the prospect of a national net metering policy. Learn how this critical policy is evolving to meet the changing needs of energy customers and a dynamic U.S. solar market.
Speakers Include:
James Rose, Network for New Energy Choices
Carrie Hitt, Solar Alliance
Larel Varnado, North Carolina Solar Center
Kevin Fox, Keyes and Fox

4:00 to 5:30pm
Meeting Workforce Challenges -- A Look at National & State Action - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Pat Fox, Director of Operations, Interstate Renewable Energy Council
Green jobs, clean jobs, new jobs, the greening of conventional jobs -- the pressure is on to meet the new demands for training the emerging and diverse green workforce. With significant funding opportunities, more and more dollars are being directed toward training this workforce. Hear how different national and state strategies have been created to respond to this heightened demand for a well-trained workforce.
Presentations Include:
Challenges and Trends in Training a Green Workforce - A National Perspective
Jane Weissman, Executive Director, Interstate Renewable Energy Council
U.S. DOE Solar Instructor Training – Creating a Nationwide Network
Mark Frickel, Energy Analyst, Sentech, Inc., in support of the U.S. Dept. of Energy Solar Energy Technologies Program
Training a Workforce to Achieve New York’s Clean Energy Goals
Vicki Colello, Project Manager, New York State Energy Research and Development Authority
Solar Industry Workforce Readiness
Doug Payne, Executive Director, SolarTech
Greener Skills, Greener Standards: How Credentials Add Value in the Clean Energy Economy
Sarah White, Senior Associate, Center on Wisconsin Strategy, University of Wisconsin - Madison

4:00 to 5:30pm
Nanotechnology Applications I – ASME Technical Session
Session Chair: Anthonio Bula, Unversidad del Norte
Papers to be presented include:
Tuning the Extinction Coefficient for Direct Absorption Solar Thermal Collector Optimization
T. Otanicar, Loyola Marymount University; P. Phelan, R. Taylor, Arizona State University and H. Tyagi, Indian Institute of Technology - Ropar
Waste Heat Use through Microfabrication and Micro System Development
L. Weiss, H. Hemphill, S. MAHARJAN and J. Fang, Louisiana Tech University
Applicability of Nanofluids in Concentrated Solar Energy Harvesting
R. Taylor, P. Phelan, Arizona State University; T. Otanicar, Loyola Marymount University and S. Trimble, Arizona State University
System Analysis of MPCM Slurry enhanced with Carbon Nanotubes as Heat Transfer Fluid
H. Taherian and J. Alvarado, Texas A&M University
Enhanced Thermal Properties of PCM Based Nanofluid For Solar Thermal Energy Storage
D. Shin and D. Banerjee, Texas A&M University

4:00 to 5:30pm
Passive Solar Buildings - ASES Forum
Moderated by: J. Douglas Balcomb, retired NREL
This forum will bring together experts in passive solar buildings to discuss the role of passive solar in the context of 2010, when solar has increasingly become associated with solar electric technologies. The session will address passive solar in the context of both residential buildings and non-residential buildings where daylighting should in most cases become a major aspect of the design.
Speakers Include:
Donald Watson, Earthrise Design
Mark Chalom, Solar Design & Analysis
Alicia Raveto, Alicia Raveto Architect PA
Mike Nicklas, Innovative Design
1.5 AIA CEU's - Health & Welfare and Sustainability - available for this session

4:00 to 5:30pm
Personal Rapid Transit (PRT) and new 21st Century Transportation Systems - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Scotte Elliott, Principal, GreenTech Consultants LLC
New 21st Century transportation systems are here! From nearly-completed projects in Sweden and the U.K., to forthcoming projects in San Jose, CA and Huntsville, AL, personal rapid transit (PRT) systems are emerging as a super-clean and highly-efficient solution for regional and local transportation. Come and hear about the latest technological developments, the role of solar in PRT, and how to get from where we are today to the transportation modes of the future.
Ron Swenson will share the latest industry developments as taken from his participation in the Podcar City III annual global conference, in Malmö, Sweden, in December 2009. He will discuss the integration of PV systems directly into the Podcar infrastructure. Bill James will give an update on PRT projects under development including the 20km network in Kunming China. He will discuss the role of the network in capturing and distributing renewable energy, and the payback of such transportation systems. Marcelo da Luz will provide insight into the proven performance of a solar powered vehicle, The Power of One Solar Car Project. He will brief the audience on the results of the 2010 Ice Road Challenge, a journey across the
longest ice road in the world running 180km (111 miles) between Inuvik and Tuktoyaktuk, Northwest Territories, Canada. Dave Erb will round out the forum discussing a roadmap to a Sustainable Transportation future.
Speakers Include:
Ron Swenson, Managing Director, Solarevolution
Bill James, CEO, JPods, Inc
Marcelo da Luz, Core Team Leader, The Power of One Solar Car Project
Dave Erb, Faculty, NC State Engineering at UNC Asheville

4:00 to 5:30pm
Small Wind Zoning - Getting to “Yes in my Backyard” - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Megan Amsler, Executive Director, Self-Reliance
This session will focus on providing you with real examples of small wind by-laws that encourage good installations that include tall towers as well as successful approaches for educating the decision-makers and citizens to embrace small wind and welcome it into their neighborhoods.
Speakers Include:
Megan Amsler, Executive Director, Self-Reliance
Mark Weissflog, President, KW Management
Joe Guasti, President, Guasti Construction

4:00 to 5:30pm
Solana Generating Station - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Antonia Bouchard, Arizona State Director, SmartPower
Groundbreaking for the Solana Generating Station is expected to take place in 2010. This will be an opportunity to learn about the construction of this 280 MW concentrating solar plant including the large solar field - 3 square miles of parabolic trough mirrors. The plant operation will be explained including the 6-hours molten salt storage which allows solar energy to be used after the sun goes down. Timelines for the construction process will be shared as well as the plans for operation and economic impact to Arizona.
Speakers Include:
Sobia Naqvi, Program Manager, Abengoa Solar Inc.
Luis Henrique Martinez, Solana Project Director, Abengoa Solar Inc.
Jason Smith, Director, Strategic Planning & Renewable Initiatives, Arizona Public Service

4:00 to 5:30pm
Solar Heating Applications – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Jorge E. Gonzales Grove School of Engineering, The City College of New York, David Archer Carnegie Mellon University
Papers to be presented include:
Conceptual and Basic Design of a Stirling Engine Prototype for Electrical Power Generation by Solar Means
C. Roldan, P. Pieretti and L. Rojas-Solorzano, Universidad Sim≤n Bolφvar
Solar Furnace Heliostat Closed-Loop Alignment Control System
K. Glenn, New Mexico State University
Exposure of Polymeric Glazing Materials on NREL's Ultra-Accelerated Weathering System
C. Bingham, G. Jorgensen, NREL and A. Wylie, Bayer Materials Science

4:00 to 5:30pm
Solar Renewable Energy Certificate Markets: Status and Emerging Issues - ASES Forum
Moderated by: Lori Bird, NREL
This session will explore the status of solar renewable energy certificate (SREC) markets in the U.S. and emerging issues. It will cover the status of both compliance markets for SRECs that have emerged as a result of solar set asides in state renewable energy standards as well as voluntary markets for SRECs. This session will cover issues such as the integration of a potential federal solar REC market into existing markets, best practices in tracking and verifying SRECs for RPS compliance, as well as SREC trading and aggregation.
Presentations Include:
Industry Perspective on U.S. SREC Markets
Fred Zalcman, SunEdison
NJ SREC Program Status
Mike Winka, NJ BPU
Status of Solar Energy Set Asides in State RPS Programs
Charlie Kubert, Clean Energy Group
Verification and Tracking of RECs: Issues and Challenges
Steve Wiese, Clean Energy Associates
Trading in the SREC Markets
Brad Bowery, SREC Trade

4:00 to 5:30pm
Sustainable Transportation Energy III – ASME Technical Session
Session Chairs: Patrick Phelan, Arizona State University and Trevor Demayo, Chevron Energy Technology
Papers to be presented include:
Reducing Energy Consumption of Ground Vehicles by Active Flow Control
M. Bellman, R. Agarwal, J. Naber and L. Chusak, Washington University in St. Louis
Impact of Different Charging Strategies of Electric Vehicles on the German Grid
N. Hartmann and D. ╓zdemir, Institute of Energy Economics and the Rational Use of Energy, University of Stuttgart
Design and Assembly of an Extended Range Electric Vehicle as a University Capstone Project
V. Sabatini, R. Maxson, W. Haupfear, D. White, J. Mckisson and S. Carter, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University

5:30pm to 6:30pm
Business Meetings

- ASES Concentrating Solar Power Division Annual Meeting
- ASES Clean Energy and Water Division Annual Meeting
- ASES Small Wind Division Annual Meeting

6:00pm to 10:00pm
Awards Reception and Banquet (included in Full and Student Conference Registrations - additional tickets available)
Wednesday, May 19
Join your colleagues and friends for the Annual Awards Banquet. A cash bar reception will begin the evening, followed by dinner sponsored by APS and a brief awards presentation.
The highlight of the evening will be a special presentation by Larry Kazmerski, NREL.
Extra Ticket Price: $65