DETROIT, Feb. 19, 2009 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP) is pleased to announce the formation of its Great Lakes local chapter, which will provide professional development and education to energy services professionals in Michigan, Ohio and Indiana.
AESP members work in the energy services industry and represent electric and natural gas utilities, public benefits associations, regulatory and non-profit entities, vendors, manufacturers and consulting firms, and the association is committed to the education and professional development of professionals working in the energy efficiency arena.
"AESP is excited about the formation of this new chapter," said Meg Matt, president and CEO of AESP. "Local chapters play a key role in spreading the message of energy efficiency across the country. We are pleased to now be able to champion this message in the Great Lakes area."
The Great Lakes chapter joins local chapters serving California, Portland, Oregon, Wisconsin and the Mid-Atlantic, Midwest, National Capital, Northeast, Rocky Mountains, and Southeast regions of the U.S.
The new chapter will look to aggressively promote knowledge of energy efficiency and sustainable energy programs and options for both its professional members, as well as the general public in the Great Lakes region.
To learn more about participating in the Great Lakes Chapter of AESP, contact Bill Streetman at (614) 327-7440 or bstreetman@crosscountry-home.com.
AESP is a member-based association dedicated to improving the delivery and implementation of energy efficiency, energy management and distributed renewable resources. AESP provides professional development programs, a network of energy practitioners, and promotes the transfer of knowledge and experience. For more information about AESP, visit www.aesp.org.
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