AEEGTA Presents
Coffee & Conservation Series (#05)
As decarbonization targets intensify and performance standards like ASHRAE 241 and Scope 1/2/3 emissions reporting take hold, one critical variable remains undervalued in building energy models: air filtration.
Far from a passive maintenance component, filtration has a direct and measurable impact on fan energy consumption, HVAC sizing, system longevity, and operational cost. Yet, it’s often overlooked in energy audits, retrofit strategies, and capital planning.
This technically focused session—presented in partnership with Blade Air—brings together experts in engineering, energy consulting, and incentive program strategy to explore how low-pressure, high-efficiency filtration can be a key enabler of energy savings, system optimization, and ESG alignment.
The session will cover how filtration impacts HVAC energy use, how to better account for airside variables in energy planning, and how to access funding for IAQ and system upgrades—all with a focus on achieving efficiency without added cost.
Presented in partnership with Blade Air, the panel brings together experts in engineering, consulting, and program strategy to offer a comprehensive perspective on rethinking airside efficiency.
Presenter:
James Atkinson, Product Development Lead, Blade Air
James Atkinson is a Product Development Engineer at Blade Air, where he focuses on designing next-generation filtration solutions that reduce energy load while improving indoor air quality. With a background in HVAC systems, medical equipment, and sustainable product design, James brings a systems-level perspective to airside efficiency challenges. His passion lies in creating eco-conscious technologies that support decarbonization and long-term building performance.
Robin Lucidarme, Director of Energy Solutions, Sustainable Projects Group (SPG)
Robin Lucidarme is the Director of Energy Solutions at Sustainable Projects Group (SPG), where he leads a national team delivering high-impact energy consulting services across residential, commercial, and institutional portfolios. With over 15 years of experience in sustainability, automation, and business transformation, Robin has helped over 100 clients collectively save more than $5 million in energy costs. His work spans energy auditing, capital planning, and strategic implementation of efficiency projects—often integrating behavioral insights and digital tools to make energy data more actionable. Robin brings a systems-thinking approach to energy consulting, emphasizing the intersection of operational performance, financial optimization, and decarbonization strategy. AEE BC Member
Harnoor Boparai, Strategic Energy Management, Enerva
Harnoor Boparai is a seasoned energy management specialist with nearly a decade of experience advancing sustainability, energy conservation, and utility program delivery across Canada. Currently serving as Manager of Program Consulting and Outreach at Enerva Energy Solutions Inc., Harnoor helps organizations unlock the full potential of incentive programs and energy efficiency upgrades through strategic implementation and stakeholder alignment. Her background spans roles with Enbridge, CLEAResult, and Prism Engineering, where she has worked across residential, commercial, and industrial portfolios to deliver meaningful carbon reductions, cost savings, and behavior-driven results. With a focus on turning policy and funding frameworks into actionable strategies, Harnoor brings valuable insight into the intersection of public programs, capital planning, and decarbonization goals.
Time: 9:30 to 10:30 EDT (on Microsoft Teams)
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