Energy Services Coalition Participants Learn About Disruptive Forces in Energy Management

Aug 31, 2015 10:00 AM ET
Jason Bingham to discuss disruptive forces changing the ways energy services and solutions providers address energy efficiency in commercial buildings.

Davidson, N.C., August 31, 2015 /3BL Media/ – Jason Bingham, vice president of energy services and controls at Trane, a brand of Ingersoll Rand, a world leader in creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments, will share insights with participants at the Fourth Annual Market Transformation Conference in Charlotte, North Carolina.

Bingham’s keynote speech will spotlight “disruptive forces changing the ways energy services and solutions providers address energy efficiency in commercial buildings.” Bingham will draw on the experiences gained in commercial buildings through Trane Building Advantage.

“Energy can be the single largest operating expense in a typical commercial building, with energy used by U.S. commercial and industrial buildings costing about $200 billion annually,” said Bingham. “Gathering industry leaders to share unique perspectives on enhancing building performance is a needed step in addressing the impact earth’s rapidly growing population will have on energy demand.”

The conference takes place August 31-September 2 at the Westin Charlotte Hotel. The event is open to the public with registration.  

Trane Building Advantage is proven methods for engaging building owners to determine a building’s full potential and delivering measurable results through the Trane people and portfolio of products and services. It is available today through Trane in the U.S. and Canada and it is built on decades of experience in maximizing a building’s full potential.

The 2015 Annual Market Transformation Conference will showcase best practices, case studies and new technology in energy savings performance contracting. Ingersoll Rand is a platinum sponsor of the Energy Services Coalition (ESC) as part of its commitment to convening industry leaders to address energy reduction.

About the Ingersoll Rand Climate Commitment
Ingersoll Rand is committed to solving some of the world’s pressing challenges and in September 2014 the company made public its climate commitment to achieve a 50 percent reduction in greenhouse gas refrigerant footprint of our products by 2020, and incorporating alternatives with lower global warming potential across the company’s product portfolio by 2030; make a $500 million investment in product-related research and development over the next five years to fund the long-term reduction of GHG emissions; and a 35 percent reduction in greenhouse gas footprint of our own operations by 2020.

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About Ingersoll Rand and Trane
Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) advances the quality of life by creating comfortable, sustainable and efficient environments. Our people and our family of brands — including Club Car®Ingersoll Rand®, Thermo King® and Trane® — work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings; transport and protect food and perishables; and increase industrial productivity and efficiency. We are a $13 billion global business committed to a world of sustainable progress and enduring results. For more information, visit www.ingersollrand.com.

About the Speaker
Jason Bingham is vice president of energy services and controls for Trane and focuses on helping customers maximize their building potential through energy management and procurement solutions. He has more than 20 years with Trane helping customers make their buildings better for life, engaging employees and building a winning culture. Bingham has developed strategies, planning processes and leadership curriculums that have now been distributed across the nation. He holds a Bachelor of Science degree in electrical engineering from the University of Tennessee.