• 10:20-11:50

LEED Commissioning Requirements
Ronald Wilkinson, PE, LEED AP, AKF Engineers LLP
Learn basic ASHRAE commissioning and how to apply it to commissioning requirements of the suite of LEED programs, including New Construction, Core & Shell, Commercial Interiors, Schools, and Existing Buildings. Gain a solid understanding of the intent and foundation of commissioning as well as details on applying it to green building projects.
Commercial / Intermediate

Myths & Realities: Ground Source Heat Pumps
Bruce Harley, Conservation Services Group (CSG)
Geothermal heating and cooling systems are sometimes touted as "renewable energy" or "free" heating and cooling, with promises of low heating bills and fast paybacks when installed in existing buildings. This session will provide an overview of how ground source heat pumps work and explore measured operating efficiencies versus published performance ratings, pitfalls to avoid, what to look for in a quality installation, and how to compare an investment in geothermal to an investment in the building enclosure.
Residential & Commercial / Intermediate-Advanced

• 1:20-2:50

Heating with Wood: Vermont's Renewable Resource
Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems
So your client wants a fireplace or would like to heat with wood? Learn how to add the home ambience they crave without compromising energy efficiency and air quality. Skip Hayden will explore advanced combustion wood stoves, fireplaces, and available wood boilers.
Residential / Intermediate

• 3:15-4:45

Controls in Commissioning Green Buildings
Ronald Wilkinson, PE, LEED AP, AKF Engineers LLP
What roles do direct digital controls play in commissioning? Ronald Wilkinson will answer this and other questions on the relationship between controls and commissioning. You'll learn how to use your Building Management System (BMS) to expedite the commissioning process, and what your operations and maintenance staff should know about the BMS.
Commercial / Advanced

Strategies for Whole-House Ventilation
Terry Brennan, Camroden Associates, Inc.
How long should a bathroom fan run to effectively remove moisture and prevent mold growth? How can you combine a heat recovery ventilator with the ductwork for a forced-air furnace? Join Terry Brennan as he takes a systematic approach to viewing the various pieces of mechanical ventilation equipment in the home. He will also discuss results from his study on the most effective bathroom ventilation strategies for controlling humidity.
Residential / Intermediate

• 9:00-10:30

Residential Heating Best Practices, Part 1: Boilers & Furnaces
Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems
In this session, you will learn about the latest technologies and best practices for advanced, energy-efficient systems for gas and oil space and water heating. Explore the advantages and disadvantages of boiler and furnace systems, and distribution types for existing and new homes.
Residential / Intermediate

Sound HVAC Choices for Sustainable Design
Julian deBullet, McQuay International
What are the best applications for commercial HVAC system types to optimize performance? How do you determine when to stop modifying an existing system and when to install a new system? Attend this session to get the answers to these questions, as well as an overview of common HVAC systems.
Commercial / Introductory

• 11:00-12:30

Residential Heating Best Practices, Part 2: Alternative Systems & Approaches for Low Heat-Load Homes
Skip Hayden, Integrated Energy Systems
In the second part of this session, explore options for space and water heating systems for low heat-load homes. Learn how to identify which homes are good candidates for alternative systems. Discover how high-efficiency systems can be integrated with renewable and energy-generation technologies in new homes.
Residential / Intermediate

• 1:45-3:15

Commercial Kitchen Equipment
Don Fisher, Fisher-Nickel, Inc.
How do you optimize the performance and minimize the energy use of commercial kitchen equipment? Join Don Fisher for an exploration of ENERGY STAR equipment options and a look at how to properly place kitchen equipment to achieve optimal performance.
Commercial / Intermediate

• 3:30-5:00

Kitchen Exhaust and Ventilation: Simple Solutions
Don Fisher, Fisher-Nickel, Inc.
Is your commercial kitchen exhaust and ventilation system sucking the energy right out of your kitchen? If so, attend this session to learn simple techniques to apply to existing systems and systems that are unlikely candidates for major renovations.
Commercial / Intermediate