Our next Industry Advisory Board (IAB) meeting will be held on Thursday and Friday, October 23-24, 2008.
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.
Meeting Materials
Meeting binders and CDs 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 Pre-meeting Workshop, Wednesday, October 22, 2008
Training for the Use of the Advanced Thermal Comfort Model
Industry Partners and Invited Guests
CBE is hosting a training workshop on the use of the Advanced Thermal Comfort Model developed at CBE. We will provide hands-on training and a user tutorial for all participants. (Limited to 45 participants) For more information click on the PDF link below.
Wednesday Workshop Agenda (PDF)
| 12:00 pm | Lunch | |
| 1:00 am | Pre-meeting workshop | |
| 4:30 pm | Adjourn |
Thursday, October 23, 2008, Plenary Session Overview
Auditorium, International House, UC Berkeley Campus
Industry Partners and Invited Guests
Thursday - Friday Meeting Agenda (PDF)
| 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: (pending confirmation) Glumac, Uponor, ZGF Architects | |
| 12:00 pm | Lunch | |
| 1:00 pm | Special presentation: Partner Panel Zero-Energy Buildings | |
| 2:20 pm | Concurrent panel break out sessions | |
| 3:40 pm | Research presentations and discussion, continued | |
| 5:00 pm | Adjourn | |
| 6:00 pm | Dinner at the Berkeley City Club, 2315 Durant Avenue, Berkeley |
Friday,October 24, 2008, 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 a block from the UC campus. We have a $159 per night block rate for this meeting. To get the block rate you must make your reservations at least 30 days in advance. http://www.hoteldurant.com
The Bancroft Hotel (510-549-1000) This small hotel is right across the street from campus (and is next to the cafe with the best cappuccino in Berkeley). 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.