Sustainability Tour: Boston Convention & Exhibition Center Green Operations

Tour Highlights:

● LED Technology: Witness the stunning transformation of the Exhibition Hall high bay lighting featuring a state-of-the-art Cooper Lighting system designed by Mike Berube of Independent Electric Supply

● 100% Carbon-Free Electricity: Understand how BCEC achieved this milestone

● Comprehensive Energy Solutions: ○ Use of occupancy sensors with dimming integrated into exterior lighting in the North Lot ○ Building controls upgrade led to a more than 1 million kWh annual reduction in electric use ○ Network of 14 EV charging stations with more planned for South Lot ○ Preview of Solect Energy's planned installation combining solar panels with advanced energy storage systems ○ Discover how demand response initiatives helped manage the BCEC's capacity tag while helping maintain grid reliability and lower emissions

● Innovative Waste Management: Learn how BCEC partners with Save That Stuff and WasteManagement to convert most of its organic waste into biogas through anaerobic digestion

● Smart Lighting Systems: Discussion of the custom lighting retrofits that dramatically reduced kilowatt hour consumption while meeting increased demand for events post pandemic

Important Details: ● Cost: FREE ● Registration: Required ● Parking: Available on-site (vehicle information required) ● What to Wear: Comfortable walking shoes ● Duration: 75 minutes

Required for Registration if using complimentary parking: ● Vehicle Make ● Email ● License Plate Number

Don't miss this rare opportunity to go behind the scenes of one of Boston's most sophisticated sustainable buildings. See firsthand how control upgrades, LED technology and vendor partnerships combine to drop electric use by more than 7 million kWh annually.

Space is limited. Register now to secure your spot on this exclusive tour!

This tour is proudly presented by Independent Electric Supply as part of Mass Clean Energy Week

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