Join Ingersoll Rand at U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon to Discuss Residential Energy Efficiency & Home Automation
October 3, 2013 /3BL Media/ - Held biennially, the U.S. Department of Energy Solar Decathlon challenges 20 collegiate teams to design, build, and operate solar-powered houses that blend affordability, consumer appeal and design excellence with optimal energy production and maximum efficiency. Ingersoll Rand is a proud Supporting Sponsor of the Solar Decathlon, providing student teams with complete NexiaTM Home Intelligence systems and components to build affordable, transitional and energy efficient housing.
WHEN: The Solar Decathlon takes place Thursday, Oct. 3 through Sunday, Oct. 13. It's open to the public and free of charge. During the competition, Ingersoll Rand invites media to participate in the following:
- Connected Technology and Energy Efficiency Powerful Ideas Symposium (Thursday, Oct. 3): Ingersoll Rand executive Gary Michel will discuss how cloud-based technology is providing real time energy consumption and production data, accessible in a consumer friendly manner via mobile apps, tablet apps and PR interfaces.
- Interviews (Thursday, Oct. 3): Gary Michel will be on-site and available for interviews. In addition, in-person and off-site interviews can also be arranged with other Ingersoll Rand leaders October 3 & 4.
DISCUSSION POINTS:
- How greater energy efficiency and productivity can be achieved by global communities in an age of increasing urbanization
- Misconceptions that only new innovations can help increase sustainability and how they can be dispelled; how today’s solutions and current smart technology can significantly impact energy efficiency
- Increasing collaboration and partnership among like-minded organizations to advance energy efficiency; how academia, government and the private sector are working together to impact the future of energy production
VISUALS: Film crews and photographers can capture visuals of the Solar Decathlon houses, featuring a variety of Ingersoll Rand products. In addition, access to Lennar model homes, outfitted with the latest in sustainable technology products, will be provided by request.
WHERE: Orange County Great Park in Irvine, California
CONTACT DURING EVENT:
Martha Pulido
Formula PR
Pulido@formulapr.com
Office: 212.219.0321
Cell: 646.441.1468
About Ingersoll Rand
Ingersoll Rand (NYSE:IR) advances the quality of life by creating and sustaining safe, comfortable and efficient environments. Our people and our family of brands—including Club Car®, Ingersoll Rand®, Schlage®, Thermo King® and Trane® —work together to enhance the quality and comfort of air in homes and buildings; transport and protect food and perishables; secure homes and commercial properties; and increase industrial productivity and efficiency. We are a $14 billion global business committed to a world of sustainable progress and enduring results. For more information, visit www.ingersollrand.com or 3blmedia.com/Profiles/Ingersoll-Rand.
