Conference Logistics

Agenda Updates and logistical information for industry partners and guests.

Our next Industry Advisory Board (IAB) Conference will be held on Wednesday- Friday, October 21-23, 2009.

The Thursday meeting, open to interested partners and invited guests, is an all day event that includes research and partner presentations, and discussion of the research projects. This will be followed by a banquet in Berkeley. The Friday morning meeting is open only to two representatives from each industry partner firm or team.

Conference Materials

Meeting binders will be shipped to registered participants, and posted to the partner website. Final agenda, maps and parking directions will be included and also posted on this page.

Special Workshop, Wednesday, October 21, 2009
Topic: UFAD Energy Design Tools

Industry Partners and Invited Guests

CBE is hosting a special workshop on the use of EnergyPlus for modeling UFAD buildings. We will publish a detailed agenda later this summer.

Workshop Agenda Overview

12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 am Training workshop
4:30 pm Adjourn

Thursday, October 22, 2009, Plenary Session Overview
Auditorium, International House, UC Berkeley Campus

Industry Partners and Invited Guests

Friday Meeting Agenda Overview

8:30 am Continental breakfast and registration
9:00 am Welcome and introductions
9:30 am Research presentations and partner discussion
11:30 am New partner presentations
12:00 pm Lunch
1:00 pm Concurrent panel break out sessions
2:30 pm Keynote Presentation
3:40 pm Research presentations and discussion, continued
5:00 pm Adjourn
6:00 pm   Conference Dinner

Friday, October 23, 2009, Executive Session Overview
Alumni House, UC Berkeley Campus

Primary Partner Representatives only

8:00 am Continental breakfast
8:30 am Advisory board meeting
9:30 am Summary of project evaluation forms
12:00 pm Adjourn

Where to Stay

Hotel Durant (510-845-8981) is one block from the UC campus. We have reserved 10 rooms with a block rate of $159 per night for this meeting. To get the block rate you must make make your reservations at least 30 days in advance, and use the registration code, "CBE." http://www.hoteldurant.com

The Bancroft Hotel (510-549-1000) This small hotel is right across the street from campus. We have reserved 6 rooms with a block rate of $129 per night for this meeting.To get the block rate you must make make your reservations at least 30 days in advance, and use the registration code, "CBE."http://www.bancrofthotel.com

Berkeley City Club (510-848-7800)The Berkeley City Club is a State of California Historical Landmark, designed by Julia Morgan. There is an indoor swimming pool and continental breakfast is provided. (Though, as always, we will have breakfast for you at our meeting.) http://www.berkeleycityclub.com

The Claremont Resort and Spa (800-551-7266) has views across the Bay, tennis, and spa facilities. It sells out quickly, so call early for a reservation there. http://www.claremontresort.com

Doubletree Hotel & Executive Meeting Center, Berkeley Marina (510-548-7920) has 370 quiet, attractive rooms, approximately 4 miles from campus, on the Bay. go to website >>

UC Berkeley Faculty Club (510-540-5678, $58 to $99/night) located on campus, has a lodge-like atmosphere, and small rooms with period furnishings. It lacks an elevator, and can be noisy (from the restaurant).. http://www.berkeleyfacultyclub.com

Ground Transportation

When coming to Berkeley, it is convenient to fly in and out of the Oakland International Airport (OAK). Ground transportation to Berkeley can be by shuttle van, which will cost approximately $20, or by taxi, which may be about $30-40. BART may be reached from the airport by a shuttle bus, you must purchase a ticket for the shuttle as you exit the terminal.

It is also possible to fly in to San Francisco International Airport (SFO), however it is about a 45 minute ride to Berkeley, possibly longer with heavy traffic. Shuttle and taxi rates are approximately $30 and $65, respectively. BART also now provides service directly in and out of SFO.

Although it is not necessary to make advance reservations, you may do so by contacting Bayporter Express (415-467-1800). For additional ground transportation information, please click on the airport links above.

Additional Information

Additional information on hotel options, driving directions, and public transportation is located at UC Berkeley Visitor's Services website.