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The Association of Energy Engineers (AEE)
A dedicated group of over 9,000 professionals in 67 local and regional chapters committed to helping their firms or clients increase energy efficiency, utilize innovative energy service options, enhance environmental management programs, upgrade facility operations, and improve equipment performance.
     www.aeecenter.org

The American Institute of Architects (AIA)
The voice of the architecture profession dedicated to serving its members, advancing their value, and improving the quality of the built environment.
     www.aia.org

The American Society of Heating, Refrigerating and Air-Conditioning Engineers (ASHRAE)
ASHRAE's mission is to advance the arts and sciences of heating, ventilation, air conditioning, refrigeration and related human factors to serve the evolving needs of the public and ASHRAE members.
     www.ashrae.org

Building Operators and Managers Association (BOMA) International
A premier network of more than 18,500 commercial real estate professionals whose goal is focused on actively and responsibly representing and promoting the interests of the commercial real estate industry through effective leadership and advocacy, the collection, analysis and dissemination of information, and professional development.
     www.boma.org

Department of Energy (DOE)
The Department of Energy's priorities are to increase domestic energy production, revolutionize the approach to energy conservation and efficiency, and promote the development of renewable and alternative energy sources.
     www.energy.gov

Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)
The Environmental Protection Agency provides leadership in the nation's environmental science, research, education and assessment efforts. EPA works closely with other federal agencies, state and local governments, and Indian tribes to develop and enforce regulations under existing environmental laws. The Agency also works with industries and all levels of government in a wide variety of voluntary pollution prevention programs and energy conservation efforts.
     www.epa.gov

ENERGY STAR^®
As an ENERGY STAR partner, Focus on Energy promotes continuous energy performance improvement in commercial and industrial facilities. Focus on Energy and ENERGY STAR work together to bring your organization financial and technical assistance, tools, and information to help you better manage energy, which can reduce operating costs and pollution. Focus on Energy is partnering with ENERGY STAR in the following markets:
     Existing Commercial Buildings Market

ENERGY STAR recognizes superior performance in buildings and organizations, helping businesses and public organizations save money and help protect the environment through reduced energy use. As the government-backed, trusted symbol for energy efficiency, the ENERGY STAR label also identifies highly efficient products and designates superior energy performance in homes. For more information about ENERGY STAR, visit www.energystar.gov.

The International Facility Management Association (IFMA)
The premier professional association for facility management. Supporting the largest community of FM professionals in the industry, IFMA membership comprises more than 18,000 facility professionals throughout 50 countries. Globally, IFMA spots trends, conducts research, provides educational programs, and assists corporate and organizational facility managers in developing strategies to manage human, facility and real estate resources.
     www.ifma.org
     www.ifmadison.org   (Madison Chapter)
     www.sewifma.org     (Milwaukee Chapter)
     www.ifmanewisconsin.org     (Green Bay Chapter)

The Professional Retail Store Maintenance Association (PRSM)
An association that assists members by providing their companies with business solutions, advancing the recognition of the retail facility management profession, providing a forum for the exchange of ideas and cooperative learning, and serving as a clearinghouse for information and research in the field.
www.prsm.com

The Wisconsin Economic Development Association (WEDA)
WEDA fosters economic development in the State of Wisconsin by providing leadership in defining and advocating economic development initiatives and by continually striving to develop the professional practice of economic development. WEDA provides education, communication and legislative action services to nearly 500 individual and corporate members.
     www.weda.org

The Wisconsin Grocer's Association (WGA)
WGA's mission is to provide a powerful voice for Wisconsin grocers, wholesalers, brokers, convenience stores, suppliers, and manufacturers. The Association operates on sound fiscal and management policies and dedicates its resources to provide superior legislative services, communications, education, benefits, and programs tailored to its members.
     www.wisconsingrocers.com

Wisconsin Green Building Alliance (WGBA)
The mission of WGBA is to facilitate and promote the development and use of ecologically sustainable practices within the built environment in Wisconsin. Its goals include encouragement of global environmental health through the sustainable use of energy, land, water, air, soil, plant, material and cultural resources. WGBA also strives to educate individuals, improve economic performance of the built environment, and foster an integrated cross-disciplinary approach to solving environmental problems.
     www.wgba.org

The Wisconsin Healthcare Engineer's Association (WHEA)
WHEA is a chapter of the American Society for Healthcare Engineering (ASHE) whose mission is to be an advocate and resource for continuous improvement in the health care engineering and facilities management professions.
     www.whea.com