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September 2005 Luncheon Meeting
   
   
Date: Thursday, September 15, 2005
   
Speaker: Tim McDonald
  Arizona Public Service Co.
 
   
Topic: "Biomass Generation"
   



Abstract:

Tim gave an interesting presentation about the different bio-mass technologies that are being considered by APS. The bio-mass technologies ranged from waste wood to manure from cattle, pig, and chicken feedlots. One actual plant that is in operation was described as well as other pilot projects that are being worked on. Following Tim's presentation, a healthy round of questions were fielded.



Biography:

Timothy McDonald has a Bachelor of Science degree in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA and is a registered Professional Engineer. Tim has twenty-nine years of diversified experience with APS in Project Management, Project Engineering, Marketing, Research, Technology Transfer and General Business responsibilities. This period has encompassed assignments at the Four Corners plant, Nuclear Engineering, Marketing and the Technology Development department. Tim presently is a Senior Engineer in the Technology Development Department at APS.

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