U.S. Secretary of the Navy and Bank of America Corp. Chairman to Address 22nd Annual North America Energy Efficiency Forum

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Jun 14, 2011, 03:49 ET

WASHINGTON, June 14, 2011 /PRNewswire/ -- U.S. Secretary of the Navy Ray Mabus and Bank of America Corp. Chairman Charles O. Holliday, Jr. will be speaking at the 22nd Annual North America Energy Efficiency Forum on Thursday, June 16th at the National Press Club in Washington, D.C. Mabus will address energy security and how energy efficiency can help save lives. Holliday will talk about the impact of energy efficiency on American competitiveness. They will join leading policymakers, energy experts and elected officials at the event, which will be webcast live via the Virtual Energy Forum.

Co-sponsored by Johnson Controls (NYSE: JCI) and the U.S. Energy Association, the forum will examine how advanced efficiency technologies, energy policies and consumer education can be integrated to enhance energy security, improve global competitiveness and accelerate economic growth. The theme for this year's global event is "Energy Efficiency: The Smart Path to Energy Security and Economic Growth." In addition to Mabus and Holliday, speakers include: Sen. Jeff Bingaman, D-N.M, chairman of the Senate Energy and Natural Resources Committee; Rep. Charles Bass, R-N.H., member of the House Energy and Commerce Committee; and Gary Doer, ambassador of Canada to the United States. Additional speakers can be found on the website.

Two panels will take place during the event:

The Near-term Prospects for Vehicle Electrification — Hype, Reality or Both?
- The panelists will examine the true potential for the portfolio of electrified vehicle technologies and look at the barriers that must be overcome for sustainable market penetration.
- Panelists include: Dan Galves, member, Deutsche Bank; Henry A. Courtright, P.E., senior v.p., global member and external relations, Electric Power Research Institute; Jim Trask, v.p. business development, Azure Dynamics; and Brian Wynne, president, Electric Drive Transportation Association
- Moderator: Joseph White, senior editor, The Wall Street Journal
Lessons Learned – EPA National Building Competition Winners
- In this dialogue, winners of the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency's 2010 National Building Competition share their best practices and talk about how they engaged employees to make a difference in the workplace.
- Panelists include: Kaitlin Hooper, business analyst, Sears Holdings Corporation; Chris M. Martin, Jr., director of energy management, University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill; Jean Lupinacci, director, ENERGY STAR commercial and industrial branch; and Carlos Santamaria, v.p., engineering services, Glenborough, LLC.
- Moderator: Wendy Koch, journalist, USA Today

In addition, Johnson Controls will announce the results of its fifth annual Global Energy Efficiency Indicator (EEI). The Global EEI survey was led by Johnson Controls' Institute for Building Efficiency, the International Facility Management Association and the Urban Land Institute. The research report, which targets professionals responsible for commercial energy management around the world, includes responses from nearly 4,000 building owners and operators and offers the industry key insights into upcoming energy trends.

"This year's Energy Efficiency Indicator is the fifth annual survey, the second with a global scope, and the largest to date in geography and number of respondents," said Clay Nesler, vice president, Global Energy and Sustainability, Johnson Controls. "We are excited to share the global findings, which fall on the heels of the Energy Efficiency Indicator Europe results released last month."

Across the United States, individuals – ranging from students to public officials – are taking steps to conserve energy and help the environment. Numerous award winners will be recognized during this year's forum:

Igniting Creative Energy Awards: Students in grades K-12 throughout the United States and Canada were asked to submit entries that demonstrate an understanding of what an individual, family or group can do in their home, school or community to save energy and water and help the environment. The winners — four students and a teacher — will share their ideas at the 2011 Energy Efficiency Forum.
Campus Green Scene: Throughout the 2010-2011 school year, college students filmed and submitted their green campus stories online for Johnson Controls' "Campus Green Scene" contest. These creative, inspirational videos drew more than 14,000 views. Online votes were combined with judges' scores, with four schools winning $5,000 each to help fund their projects.
Energy Leadership Awards: Initiated in 1991, these awards recognize public officials who have provided exemplary leadership in instituting and advancing energy efficiency in the U.S. and abroad. Honors are awarded in up to six categories: Public Service, Mayor's, Congressional, Governor's, International and Douglas Decker Lifetime Achievement.

For information about the U.S. Energy Efficiency Forum or to register to participate via the Virtual Energy Forum, please visit www.eeforum.net.

About The United States Energy Association

The United States Energy Association is the U.S. Member Committee of the World Energy Council. USEA is an association of public and private energy-related organizations, corporations, and government agencies. It represents the broad interests of the U.S. energy sector by increasing the understanding of energy issues, both domestically and internationally. In conjunction with the U.S. Agency for International Development and the U.S. Department of Energy, USEA sponsors our nation's Energy Partnership Program. Membership in USEA is open to all organizations having an interest in the energy sector of the United States. For more information, please visit http://www.usea.org/.

About Johnson Controls

Johnson Controls is a global diversified technology and industrial leader serving customers in over 150 countries. Our 142,000 employees create quality products, services and solutions to optimize energy and operational efficiencies of buildings; lead-acid automotive batteries and advanced batteries for hybrid and electric vehicles; and interior systems for automobiles. Our commitment to sustainability dates back to our roots in 1885, with the invention of the first electric room thermostat. Through our growth strategies and by increasing market share we are committed to delivering value to shareholders and making our customers successful. In 2011, Corporate Responsibility Magazine recognized Johnson Controls as the #1 company in its annual "100 Best Corporate Citizens" list. For additional information, please visit http://www.johnsoncontrols.com.

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