July 26-27, 2022
The Interagency Advanced Power Group (IAPG) Renewable Energy Conversion Working Group (RECWG) Hybrid Meeting is scheduled for July 26–27, 2022, at the Air Force Office of Scientific Research, Basic Research Innovation and Collaboration Center in Arlington, Virginia.
Meeting Goals
The IAPG emphasizes program coordination and dissemination of technical information to increase the effectiveness of Government programs, avoid duplication, identify technology gaps, and maximize success in research efforts. The RECWG meeting will provide a forum for a cross-cutting review of current government research activities across the interest of RECWG members within the IAPG Member Agencies (Army, Navy, Air Force, DOE, and NASA).
Meeting Venue
Air Force Office of Scientific Research (AFOSR)
Basic Research Innovation and Collaboration Center (BRICC)
4100 North Fairfax Drive, Suite 450
Arlington, VA 22203
The meeting will be held in the “Research B” conference room. Signs will be posted to direct attendees.
Meeting Attendees – Please Review Carefully
Attendance at the RECWG meeting is limited to U.S. persons – citizens or lawful permanent residents (LPRs), also known as permanent resident aliens (PRAs) or green card holders.
- Government employees, including Intergovernmental Personnel Act employees.
- Employees of Federally Funded R&D Centers (FFRDCs). This only includes employees of the FFRDC, not the administering entity. View the master list of FFRDCs.
Meeting Registration
Pre-registration is required for both in-person and virtual participants. The deadline for registration is
July 12, 2022.
All presenters as well as meeting attendees are required to register. No walk-in/day-of meeting registrations will be permitted.
Overall Agenda
While the agenda is preliminary and subject to change, the RECWG Leaders have planned the following overall agenda:
| Date | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Tuesday, July 26, 2022 | 8:30 – 9:00 | Registration/Check-In |
| 9:00 – 5:00 | RECWG Meeting | |
| Wednesday, July 27, 2022 | 8:30 – 5:00 | RECEWG Meeting |
We encourage you to add this meeting to your travel calendar and forward this announcement along to other interested colleagues and managers.
Health and Safety Protocols
The health and safety of our meeting attendees is of top priority. Our goal is to host a safe and productive meeting while following all CDC protocols. If you feel sick or are exhibiting any COVID-19 symptoms; have tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days of the meeting; have been in contact with anyone who has tested positive for COVID-19 within 14 days of the meeting; please stay home.
We will continue to follow the World Health Organization’s (WHO) and the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s (CDC) guidelines. Additional COVID-19 precautions being taken at the BRICC can be found on their website at COVID-19 Precautions — BRICC (briccdc.com). Masks and/or face coverings are optional within the BRICC facility.
Local Guide
View the BRICC local guide for transportation, hotels, and food.
Transportation – Airports
The Washington, DC area is serviced by three airports:
Lodging
Hilton Arlington
950 North Stafford Street
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 528-6000
Approximately 0.2 miles from BRICC
Holiday Inn Arlington at Ballston
4610 Fairfax Drive
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 243-9800
Approximately 0.7 miles from BRICC
Residence Inn Arlington Ballston
650 North Quincy Street
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 310-1999
Approximately 0.2 miles from BRICC
Comfort Inn Ballston/Arlington
1211 N. Glebe Road
Arlington, VA 22201
(703) 247-3399
Approximately 1.0 miles from BRICC
Westin Arlington Gateway
801 North Glebe Road
Arlington, VA 22203
(703) 717-6200
Approximately 0.7 miles from BRICC
We also suggest the Crystal City area for additional government rate rooms.
Metro Travel
The BRICC is accessible via the Ballston-MU Station of the Metro System. Click here to download a map or schedule.
Parking
Limited underground parking is available for $10.00 per day (Cash, Discover, Master Card and Visa accepted). The parking garage entrance is on Randolph Street. *Additional street parking is available.
Food Accommodations
While there is no registration fee, monies will be collected at the on-site registration desk for beverages and snacks provided. The cost to attendees is $5.00 per person, per day for unlimited access. Lunch will be on your own. There are numerous dining options in the immediate area.
Group Dinner.
A group dinner/social is scheduled for the evening of Tuesday, July 26, 2022. Please indicate on your registration if you would like to attend. Charges will be individually billed.
Presentations
If you plan to present at the RECWG meeting, an electronic copy of your presentation in MS PowerPoint or Adobe PDF format should be sent to Renee O’Brokta, IAPG Support Specialist, at renee.obrokta@nasa.gov, no later than July 19, 2022. The use of Mac or specialized graphics software for your presentation is not available.