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Please note: Flight cancellations due to inclement weather throughout the United States prevented some speakers from attending the conference and conducting their workshops. Where applicable, replacement speakers and/or presentations are noted here. | Lessons Learned While Commissioning
Matthew Napolitan, PE, Cx Associates, LLC
Thomas Anderson, CCP, Cx Associates, LLC
Commissioning provides a unique perspective on how buildings work and where they frequently fail. Through real-world examples, this session explains how commissioning cost-effectively addresses deficiencies, enhances energy efficiency in existing buildings, and can help you avoid design, construction, and operational problems prevalent in many buildings.
Commercial / Intermediate Heating Systems & Approaches for Energy-Efficient Homes
A.C. Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems, CETCO
Join Skip as he discusses heating technologies -- both oil- and gas-fired -- that are well-suited for use in low heat-load homes. Come learn the pros and cons of different combination systems and get a glimpse of the next generation of new integrated systems and their use in net zero homes.
Residential / Intermediate
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Building Diagnostics & Mitigation
Michael LeBeau, Conservation Technologies
Explore the process of deciphering building-performance problems and tracking them to their, sometimes surprising, source. Is a back-drafting fireplace a chimney problem or a pressure problem caused by air leakage? Is a cold room a mechanical problem or an envelope deficiency? Learn non-invasive testing techniques that will show you how to mitigate a variety of building performance issues.
Residential / Introductory | Efficient Infrastructure for Data Centers
Todd Boucher, Leading Edge Design Group
Knowledge of current HVAC design considerations and best practices is key to providing proper IT environments for current and future needs. Learn how to ensure proper space-cooling and circulation, scalability/modularity of systems for future growth, right sizing of HVAC equipment to serve IT equipment heatload needs, and hear about innovations in HVAC technologies for data center applications.
Commercial / Intermediate |
| | Balanced Ventilation: Heat or Energy Recovery
Michael LeBeau, Conservation Technologies
An optimal way to manage indoor air quality is through a heat and energy recovery ventilation system. Discover why and when to choose heat or energy recovery ventilation, and how these technologies fit into a systems approach to building. Learn about equipment selection, new advances in technology, balancing and verification, and equipment-availability issues.
Commercial & Residential / Advanced | Variable Refrigerant Flow: Technology Update- CANCELLED
Chris Bellshaw, Lee Smith, Daikin AC
Come hear the latest information about variable refrigerant flow applications in cold climates. You'll learn about ventilation strategies and equipment, performance testing and rating updates, and you'll hear about case studies of practical Vermont and New England applications.
Commercial / Intermediate Replacement Workshop:
Efficient Hot Water Heating: Technologies and Use
A.C. Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems, CETCO
Discuss the range of technologies available to provide the energy for hot water-based heating systems. See how hot water is really used. Define the potential real efficiencies for these technologies and identify appropriate and inappropriate systems for particular applications and recognize the potential to have significant positive (or negative) impact on heat and DHW operating costs, efficiency and durability with hydronic combined systems. | Best Practices for Geothermal Heat Pumps in the Northeast
Gary Phetteplace, GWA Research LLC
What are design, installation and operational best practices for the use of geothermal heat pumps in the Northeast? Featuring lessons learned from practical experience, this session addresses key considerations, including loads, sizing, ventilation, controls, energy consumption, and routine maintenance, as well as designer and installer selection.
Commercial & Residential / Intermediate | Space Heating & Cooling: Ductless & Pipeless
A.C. Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems, CETCO
Is a ductless and pipeless heating/cooling system an optimal choice for new and existing homes? From woodstoves, fireplaces, and unvented appliances to mini-split heat pumps and air conditioners, discover the dramatic realperformance ranges in efficiencies from zero to 600 percent. Learn how to optimize energy savings, greenhouse-gas reductions, and comfort by combining intelligent layout with the proper system.
Residential / Introductory Heating Systems: From Paper to Practice - CANCELLED
Henry Gifford, Gifford Fuel Saving, Inc.
Henry will present a practical approach to heating system selection and installation. This session will address topics such as piping near the boiler, determining boiler size, and calculating heat loads. You'll also hear about boiler controls and the current shift to boilers with built-in controls, which soon will be required by law.
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