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Across the United States, building owners in hot and cold climates are subject to peak energy demand charges. This course examines the economic and environmental effects of peak energy demand as applied to modern buildings, focusing on how peak energy demand is incorporated into electric utility billing structures and how cool roofing yields peak demand and net energy savings for commercial buildings in all climates within North America.
Approximately 1 hour, 15 minutes. Delivered online, at your own pace.
Presented by Keith Gere, PE on behalf of Duro-Last Inc.. View the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association Privacy Policy
Presenter Information
Name: Keith Gere, PE
Title: Director of Engineering Services, Duro-Last Inc.
Background: Keith Gere PE is the Director of Engineering Services for Duro-Last®, Inc. of Saginaw, Michigan. As a graduate of the University of Toledo with a B.S. in Civil Engineering, Keith has more than 20 years of experience in structural engineering and land development and is licensed in the State of Michigan and Ohio. While working in the roofing industry for the past seven years, he has had a strong focus on codes and standards for both Duro-Last and the industry. In this role at Duro-Last, Keith is responsible for testing, codes and approvals, technical documents, and new product development. He is also involved in key industry organizations, serving as chairman of the Technical Committee for the Chemical Fabrics and Film Association (CFFA), co-chair for the GS-1 Gutter Standard for the Single Ply Roofing Industry (SPRI), and as a member of the ASTM DO8 Waterproofing Committee.