Elin Shepard
CEM, LEED AP BD+C
Energy Trust of Oregon New Buildings Program | Outreach Manager
Speaker
Track C: Decarbonization and Electrification Strategies
Session C1: Synergizing Energy Storage, Electric Vehicles, and Grid Stability
May 1, 2024 | 2:00 pm - 2:30 pm
Moving Portland's Riders Towards a Zero-Emissions Fleet Future
| How did TriMet envision a commitment to having a 100% zero-emission fleet by 2040 while also doubling its original bus maintenance area and creating capacity to power all-electric buses? This presentation will answer that question by featuring the new TriMet Powell Garage, a two-phase project that met profound energy efficiency and sustainability goals while maintaining uninterrupted operation of the facility amid demolition and replacement of nearly all existing structures.TriMet provides bus, light rail and commuter rail service in the Portland, Oregon metropolitan area to nearly 200,000 riders per day. TriMet buses run out of three garages, the oldest of which was the Powell Garage that was constructed in 1976. The new 400,000 sq ft facility now accommodates more than 300 buses and includes an intentional focus on employee health and well-being with walking paths and an exercise facility.
The presenters will share the innovative strategies for energy efficiency and sustainability in this critical infrastructure project, such as early engagement with Energy Trust of Oregon. This helped the design team maximize energy incentives, which included technical assistance to establish baseline and target EUIs, charrette facilitation, and energy modeling. |
Track C: Decarbonization and Electrification Strategies
Session C1: Synergizing Energy Storage, Electric Vehicles, and Grid Stability
May 1, 2024 | 2:00 pm
Session C1 Chairperson
Speaker Bio
Elin provides targeted outreach and education for a utility-based new construction program including presentations to design & development professionals, key community stakeholders and organizations. She works on diverse projects within the government and education sectors to influence design. Through continual engagement with owners and project teams, she recognizes potential for high performance buildings and guides them through the Path to Net Zero. Elin serves as past president for the AEE Columbia River Chapter, serves on the Governing Board of CWEEL, and holds her CEM and LEED AP BD+C.