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Association Of Energy Services Professionals Elects Janet Brandt To Board Of Directors

MADISON, Wis. (January 17, 2006) - Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation's (WECC) Executive Director Janet Brandt was recently elected to a two-year term on the Board of Directors for the Association of Energy Services Professionals (AESP). Brandt was one of ten chosen for the position from a field of 19 candidates.

With her election, Brandt will represent the perspective of program administrators for largescale organizations on a state and regional level — expanding the industry representation on the AESP Board. With more than 20 years of experience in the energy industry, Brandt brings a wealth of knowledge in the creation and implementation of energy saving programs for consumers, businesses and policy makers.

"It is an honor for me to be elected to AESP's Board of Directors," said Brandt. "The opportunity to share ideas, information and experiences with a variety of energy industry professionals will prove invaluable in showcasing and strengthening WECC's energy initiatives."

Based in Texas, AESP is a member-driven organization that provides leadership in marketing, energy efficiency and technology applications throughout the energy services value chain with national conferences, brown bag internet seminars, education, training and professional papers.

For more information about WECC, call 800.969.9322 or visit weccusa.org.

About the Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation
Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation is a nonprofit organization based in Madison, Wis. Established in 1980, WECC is a national leader in designing and implementing energy efficiency and renewable energy programs that partner with private businesses to deliver value to consumers. It champions innovative energy initiatives that deliver short- and long-term economic and environmental benefits to consumers, businesses and policy makers. For more information about WECC, call 800.969.9322 or visit weccusa.org.

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