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</o:shapelayout></xml><![endif]--></head><body lang=EN-US link=blue vlink=purple><div class=WordSection1><p class=MsoNormal>Just a reminder about the eQUEST trainings. Register soon as the trainings are almost full. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>NEW eQUEST TRAINING SERIES IN MADISON, WI, MAY 3-5<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.ecw.org/equest">www.ecw.org/equest</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b><o:p> </o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Introductory and Intermediate eQUEST...the QUick Energy Simulation Tool<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Presented by Keith Swartz, P.E., LEED AP and Marlin Addison <br>Tuesday, May 3-4, 2011 in Madison, WI <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=378">http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=378</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Explore the effects of design decisions on building energy consumption, energy demand, and energy cost. The eQUEST energy modeling tool provides various levels of user sophistication and functionality, making it useful for "big picture" early design decisions as well as the detailed fine-tuning of advanced building systems. For more information or to register online, <a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=378">click here</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>LEED Energy Modeling with eQUEST*<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Presented by Amanda Bogner, P.E., LEED AP <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>Thursday, May 5, 2011 in Madison, WI  <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=380">http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=380</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>This course presents an in-depth overview of ASHRAE 90.1-2007 Appendix G and demonstrates how to develop baseline and proposed case models using the eQUEST energy analysis software. Common LEED documentation pitfalls will be discussed, along with tips on how to submit a successful energy model for LEED review. For more information or to register online, <a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=380">click here</a>.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>*Prerequisite<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Attendance at <a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=378">Introductory and Intermediate eQUEST</a> or intermediate knowledge of eQUEST from prior experience. <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Cost<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>The registration fee for attending <i>LEED energy modeling with eQUEST</i> is $289, which includes continental breakfast, refreshments, lunch, and program materials. Attend the three day series of eQUEST trainings for the discounted rate of $799!<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><b>Accommodations<o:p></o:p></b></p><p class=MsoNormal>Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites<br>1109 Fourier Drive<br>Madison, WI 53717<br>608.826.0500<br><a href="http://maps.google.com/maps?f=q&source=s_q&hl=en&geocode=&q=Holiday+Inn+Hotel+and+Suites+Madison+West,+1109+Fourier+Drive,+Madison,+WI+53717&sll=37.0625,-95.677068&sspn=55.806079,79.013672&ie=UTF8&hq=Holiday+Inn+Hotel+and+Suites+Madison+West,&hnear=1109+Fourier+Dr,+Madison,+Dane,+Wisconsin+53717&z=17&iwloc=A" target=new>map and directions</a> <o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal>A block of rooms is available at a special group rate of $99/night. To make your reservation call the Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites at 608.826.0500 by April 15, 2011. Be sure to mention Energy Center of Wisconsin room block when making your reservation to guarantee this rate.<o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><a href="http://www.ecw.org/university/ecuevent.php?ecuid=378">Register Now</a><o:p></o:p></p><p class=MsoNormal><o:p> </o:p></p><div><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'>________________________________</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><ns0:PersonName>Keith Swartz</ns0:PersonName>, P.E., LEED AP</span><span style='font-size:12.0pt;font-family:"Times New Roman","serif"'><o:p></o:p></span></p><p class=MsoNormal><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><br>Energy Engineer / Senior Project Manager<br></span><b><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif"'><ns0:PlaceName>Energy</ns0:PlaceName> <ns0:PlaceType>Center</ns0:PlaceType> of <ns0:place><ns0:State>Wisconsin<span style='font-weight:normal'><br></ns0:State></span></ns0:place></span></b><ns0:Street><span style='font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial","sans-serif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