ATLANTA, Dec. 19, 2006 — The International Gas Turbine Institute (IGTI) of ASME will conduct the first of more than 20 webinars in 2007 beginning January 3 at 11 a.m. (EST). The one-hour program, “Global Energy Conversion: Role of Gas Turbines” will offer a state of the industry primer for the global gas turbine community.

Hosted by Lee Langston, Ph.D., professor emeritus at the University of Connecticut's Department of Mechanical Engineering, “Global Energy Conversion: Role of Gas Turbines,” will discuss how in less than 70 years gas turbine technology has evolved to become a dominate power source for aircraft propulsion and global electric power generation.

IGTI is currently offering special introductory rates to webinar participants. ASME members can participate for only $99 per webinar session.  Non-members may participate for $149 per webinar.  For more information or to register for “Global Energy Conversion: Role of Gas Turbines,” visit https://www.gotomeeting.com/register/907571526.

The International Gas Turbine Institute (IGTI) is a technical institute of ASME (American Society of Mechanical Engineers). IGTI is dedicated to supporting the international exchange and development of information to improve the design, application, manufacture, operation and maintenance, and environmental impact of all types of gas turbines, turbomachinery and related equipment.

Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization promoting the art, science and practice of mechanical and multidisciplinary engineering and allied sciences.  ASME develops codes and standards that enhance public safety, and provides lifelong learning and technical exchange opportunities benefiting the engineering and technology community.  Visit www.asme.org. 

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