Region 5 P2 Round Table Discussion Cindy McComas, MnTAP mccom003@umn March 17, 2010

1. Region 5P2 Round Table DiscussionCindy McComas, MnTAPmccom003@umn.eduMarch 17, 2010

2. EPA Region 5 Projects • Medical Device • Identify and implement source reduction to reduce hazardous waste, air emissions, and packaging • Machining and Metal Fabrication • P2 and E2 opportunities to reduce wastes, air emissions, wastewater loading, energy use, and GHGs • Lodging and Hospitality • P2 and E2 opportunities in the hotel industry, and establish a foundation for a Green Hotel Certification program

3. Medical Device Industry Highlights

4. Machining Industry Highlights

5. Machining Industry Milestones

6. P2 and E2 for Minnesota Lodging Sector • Letters sent to 400 hotels and resorts throughout the state • Contacted 34 potential partners for outreach and marketing, including associations, chambers, etc. • Scheduled two focus groups • Cancelled due to lack of interest • Conducted four site visits to date

7. Lodging Facilities - Next Steps • Administer and online survey for feedback from hotels • Conduct additional assessments, including data collection and benchmarking • Attend training on developing a state hotel certification program • Document results and develop case studies

8. Energy Efficiency Sector Analysis: Metal Fabrication Information from study completed for Xcel Energy

9. Energy Efficiency Sector Analysis: Food Processing Information from study completed for Xcel Energy

10. 2009 MnTAP Outputs

11. 2009 MnTAP Outcomes