IHEA Announces Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit

The Industrial Heating Equipment Association (IHEA)’s Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit is to be held October 28-30, at the Conrad Indianapolis, in Indianapolis, Indiana. The summit is being developed to provide a platform for everyone needing to explore all facets of decarbonization as they relate to the industrial process heating industry.

IHEA President Brian Kelly states, “With all the emphasis to reduce or eliminate carbon in our processes and the challenges that come along with this, there has never been a more opportune time to hold this summit. It will provide attendees the opportunity to learn more about the different pathways that are possible to decarbonize their processes, along with tools and programs to assist in these endeavors. This is an event not to be missed and unique in its offerings as we look to forge a sustainable path for the industrial heating industry.”

Manufacturers face increasing pressures to become more environmentally responsible and the challenge to implement sustainable energy alternatives loom large for many companies. Rapid advancements in technologies and industry energy infrastructure make planning for sustainable industrial manufacturing a daunting task.

“At IHEA’s 2024 Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit, attendees will benefit from expert advice and practical experiences delivered by industry leaders implementing a variety of solutions for sustainable industrial process heating,” notes IHEA’s sustainability summit program chairman, Jeff Rafter. “Presentations will include a range of alternatives to reduce your carbon footprint. Panel discussions will explore best practices and real-world experiences of major manufacturers leading sustainability trends. In total, the IHEA Industrial Heating Decarbonization Summit will provide an invaluable suite of information and networking for any company seeking to address advancements in more sustainable manufacturing.”

The preliminary program includes the following topics:

• Sustainability Terms and Definitions
  • Sustainability and Net Zero
  • Terms and Definitions
• Sustainability Pathways
  • Efficiency and Renewable Fuels
  • Electrification
  • Carbon Credits and Carbon Sequestration
• Efficiency in Process Heating
  • Reducing Fuel Usage
  • Automation and Controls Impact
  • Ancillary Equipment and System Efficiency
  • Calculation and Tools
• Low Carbon Fuels and Hydrogen
• Electrification (Direct vs. Indirect)
• Carbon Credits and Net Zero
• Carbon Sequestration
• DOE Programs and Tools
• Benchmarking EU to US
• Industry Adoption
  • Economics and Business Concerns
  • The Risk of Doing Nothing
  • Codes and Legislation
  • Grants and Funding Sources
• Collaboration for Decarbonization Panel

A tabletop exhibition will be offered as part of the summit and sponsorships will be available.