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VoLuME 9 / IssuE 1 Dear readers, as the first decade of the 21st century drew to a close, the world turned its collective attention to a global economic crisis, the consequences of climate change and the impact of unprecedented demands for energy. although daunting, the associated challenges were also inspiring. new technologies emerged and policies were put in place to address clearly defined goals for improved energy efficiency, a reduced carbon footprint and more sustainable design in the built environment. as companies look to 2010, these goals will be part of trends that continue to shape business strategies. This issue of EnVisioneering Solutions looks at megatrends – everything from sustainability and water management to globalization and food safety – and the technologies and policies that support them. Many of these technologies are already impacting the way we use and produce energy. an article on pages 8–13 takes a closer look at the “smart Grid” – what it is, what it can do and what it requires, while a second article on pages 14–17 examines the contribution wind and water energy will make to power production and efforts to replace fossil fuel with renewable energy sources. finally, learn how angel stadium in anaheim, Calif., is addressing its own energy challenges. an unusual chiller retrofit starring danfoss Turbocor compressors hit a home run with stadium officials and design engineers, scoring points for efficiency, savings and comfort. as always, we welcome your suggestions and feedback on this issue. Mack Mcfarland, Congressman Paul Tonko, and Robert wilkins, president of danfoss north america, discuss energy challenges at the 12th EnVisioneeringsM symposium. story on page 22. Contents / 2 / from The coVer 2 / 21st Century Industry Trends focus on Efficiency, sustainability, and Quality of Life 8 / Making “The Grid” smart 14 / wind and water Take Center stage / 18 / cAse sTUDY danfoss Turbocor Compressors Hit a Home Run at angel stadium / 22 / NeWsWorThY The editors solutions@danfoss.com PRoduCT HIGHLIGHTs THIs IssuE world’s first Mass-Produced VLT® Low Harmonic drive / MBT 3270 Copes with Temperatures up to 572°f / Performer®Vsd wins 2010 aHR Expo Innovation award information contained in the Danfoss EnVisioneering Solutions may be republished only with permission of Danfoss and always with credit to Danfoss enVisioneering solutions. comments, suggestions, and contributions are welcome. This publication should not take the place of appropriate technical or legal advice related to company-specific circumstances. Danfoss enVisioneering solutions does not assume any liability of any kind whatsoever for the use or reliance upon the information contained in this publication.

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