NEW YORK, Aug. 4, 2009 – Four technical tracks at the forthcoming 2009 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress and Exposition will highlight engineering-based approaches to clean energy and environmental sustainability.

The tracks – titled “Emerging Technologies in Structural and Material Aspects of Alternative Energy Systems;” Energy Systems: Analysis, Thermodynamics and Sustainability;” “Engineering to Address Climate Change” and “Sustainable Products and Processes” – will feature presentations on wind power, hydrogen storage, carbon dioxide capture, fuel cells, and other technologies that are the focus of heightened interest in the global push for environmentally safe energy production.

Sixteen other tracks will comprise the multidisciplinary technical program for the 2009 ASME Congress, set for Nov. 13-19, at the Walt Disney World Swan and Dolphin in Lake Buena Vista, Fla.

Speakers in the track “Engineering to Address Climate Change” will present papers on CO2 capture, low-carbon energy production, bio-fuel combustion, and other methodologies to reduce greenhouse gas emissions.  Other papers in the track will address advanced materials for energy production and novel approaches to improving energy efficiency in buildings.

The four energy tracks at the 2009 ASME Congress reflect the Society’s commitment to advance the dialogue on all aspects of clean energy production and utilization.  Energy is a strategic objective of ASME, which recently developed the Energy Grand Challenge initiative to foster collaborations and information exchange in the field.

In all, the 2009 ASME International Mechanical Engineering Congress will feature nearly 350 technical sessions covering advancements in aerospace technology, manufacturing, micro devices, transportation, biotechnology, and other disciplines.  The Society’s largest technical conference, the Congress will bring together engineers, scientists and other professionals from around the world.

Other events to be featured at the ASME Congress will include an exposition and technical tours of the Mitsubishi Power Systems Blade and Vane Manufacturing Facility and Disney MGM Studios.  A highlight of the Congress will be the ASME Honors Assembly recognizing distinguished service and outstanding achievement in mechanical engineering.

About ASME
ASME helps the global engineering community develop solutions to real world challenges. Founded in 1880 as the American Society of Mechanical Engineers, ASME is a not-for-profit professional organization that enables collaboration, knowledge sharing and skill development across all engineering disciplines, while promoting the vital role of the engineer in society. ASME codes and standards, publications, conferences, continuing education and professional development programs provide a foundation for advancing technical knowledge and a safer world.

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