Energy efficiency and technology integration: meeting energy-efficiency needs and IT security standards on your campus
From lighting controls to energy monitoring, new technology is being developed to help increase functionality, improve the user experience, and save energy on your campus. These technologies may add value to your energy projects—but not all of them will pass your IT department’s security test. Listen in to learn about potential barriers and future best practices when integrating new technology on your campus.
Speakers:
- Monty Combs, Director of Systems & Services, Brown University
- Kailash Viswanathan, Vice President of Operations, GreenerU
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