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SpeakersMidwest's energy efficient building expertsThank you to more than 50 Better Buildings: Better Business Conference speakers who delivered the educational program during the 2013 Wisconsin conference. Your shared knowledge and support brought this successful event to life. Last name: A - E · F - J · K - O · P - T · U - Z
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|  | Thomas Anreise, Fluid Market StrategiesThomas is a member of Fluid's building science team and provides technical support and training services on a variety of residential building science and emerging technology programs. He serves as chief technical liaison to the EPA for Northwest ENERGY STAR Homes. Thomas's background in remodeling, retrofits, new construction, and home performance testing brings field-level insight to his online, field, and classroom trainings. Thomas is presenting: The 'next step': a holistic approach to low-load homes
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Tamarind room Heat pump water heaters and practical application: case studies and lessons learned
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Tamarind room |
|  | Norman BairNorman has been doing combustion testing since 1975. He continues to find better ways of measuring and analyzing results to determine whether simple adjustments or more costly changes are needed to improve comfort, efficiency and operational effectiveness of the heating system. He trained staff from 20 weatherization agencies in Wisconsin in 2012 on furnace combustion and airflow principles, including hands-on furnace testing.Norman is presenting: Furnace combustion and airflow principles
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Guava room |
|  | Julie Brazeau, Midwest Renewable Energy AssociationJulie is the Instructor Development Coordinator for the MREA, a licensed Master Electrician and Commercial Electrical Inspector. She is a NABCEP certified Solar Electric Installer, and works with training organizations throughout the Midwest as a part of the Midwest Solar Training Network.
Julie is presenting: Residential solar electric systems
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Exhibit hall room Residential solar electric systems
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Exhibit hall room |
|  | Thomas Brown, Thomas Brown, ArchitectTom is an award-winning Architect and LEED-Accredited Professional, specializing in environmentally-responsive design in Central Wisconsin. One of his designs was selected as the most innovative/advanced custom residence in a cold-climate region by the NAHB Research Center. Another was recently certified as the first LEED Platinum publicly-owned building in the State of Wisconsin. Tom teaches sustainable design courses at UW-Stevens Point.Thomas is presenting: Passive design for smaller buildings
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Wisteria room |
|  | Dan Cautley, Energy Center of WisconsinDan has more than 30 years of experience in energy and residential construction, including measuring and monitoring the real-world performance of many envelope and mechanical systems technologies. He is a senior research engineer at the Energy Center of Wisconsin.Dan is presenting: Residential electric energy usage and auditing
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Mangrove room |
|  | Gord Cooke, PE, Energy and Environmental Building Alliance (EEBA)Gord Cooke is an effective and passionate educator and advocate for better building practices, improved indoor air quality and energy efficiency. Gord brings to his training the logic and integrity of a professional engineer and the passion of one committed to helping the residential construction industry build and sell better homes. His strong technical and mechanical background has contributed to the development of innovative HVAC system designs and indoor air quality solutions for many builder clients. Gord is also a certified R-2000 and Energy Star Design Evaluator and Trainer. His training is interactive and hands on.Gord is presenting: Remodeling for improved indoor air quality
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Aralia/Marula room HVAC system replacement
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Tamarind room |
|  | David Daniels, Radon Specialists of Wisconsin, Inc.David has been involved in radon testing and mitigation for 13 years. His company has tested nearly 7000 homes, installed more than 7000 radon mitigation systems and helped train other radon mitigators in Wisconsin. David regularly gives presentations to realty agents, home inspectors and at national radon conferences. David is presenting: How to deal with radon: information on testing and mitigation
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Portia room |
|  | Carter Dedolph, Focus on EnergyAt Conservation Services Group (CSG), Carter is the Senior Program Manager for the Wisconsin Programs which include Focus on Energy's Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, Assisted Home Performance with ENERGY STAR, and the Express Energy Efficiency Programs. Carter has also managed Focus on Energy's New Homes, Wisconsin ENERGY STAR Homes and Apartment and Condo Efficiency Services Programs and multiple other residential energy efficiency programs and pilots across the upper Midwest. Carter is presenting: Making Focus on Energy work for your business
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
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|  | Eric Feldmeyer, Milwaukee Lead/Asbestos Information CenterEric is the training manager for MidWest Certified Training. He is certified as a Lead Risk Assessor and Lead Abatement Supervisor. Eric has taught more than 500 Lead courses since 2005, and has spoken to countless associations about the hazards of lead based paint and asbestos.Eric is presenting: Home renovations: lead safe renovations
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Wisteria room |
|  | Randy Fenske, Wausau Supply CompanyRandy is a Senior Certified DuPont(tm) Tyvek® Specialist with Wausau Supply Company. Annually he trains more than 800 contractors and has more than 40 hours of approved WIDCQ Continuing Education building science courses. He is also involved with hands-on job site training sessions with builders and installers throughout western Wisconsin and works with architects delivering AIA/CES presentations.Randy is presenting: Outsulation: wrapping and flashing with exterior insulation
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Exhibit hall room Outsulation: wrapping and flashing with exterior insulation
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Exhibit hall room |
|  | Andrew Guskov, Lutron Electronics Andrew manages Lutron business in the eight states that comprise its Central West area. During his six years with Lutron, Andrew has worked in residential contractor sales, served as market development leader, and territory leader. Currently he works with sales reps, electrical contractors, channel partners, and specifiers on developing the lighting control market and has given CEU presentations to architects, designers and contractors. Andrew is presenting: Save energy beautifully with lighting control
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Guava room |
|  | Rodney Heller, LC, CLEP, Energy Performance LightingRodney is the managing partner of Energy Performance Lighting. EPL has developed energy efficient lighting retrofit strategies that commonly achieve energy consumptions of less than 0.5 watt/square foot and meet Illuminating Engineering Society recommended practice for light levels. EPL retrofits regularly have a Lighting Power Density that is 50% below standard practice. Rodney is responsible for strategic direction, research and education at EPL.Rodney is presenting: Residential lighting: the coming energy and human comfort revolution
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Guava room |
|  | Karl Hilker, Focus on EnergyKarl utilizes his 20 years of experience in Sales, Marketing and Program Management to design and market energy efficiency programs to Manufacturers, Distributors, Contractors and Retailers. Karl is a Senior Project Manager for Resource Solutions Group and currently oversees the market outreach for the Wisconsin Focus on Energy Residential Rewards and Enhanced Rewards Program.Karl is presenting: Making Focus on Energy work for your business
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
|  | Nick Hylla, Midwest Renewable Energy AssociationNick is the Executive Director of the Midwest Renewable Energy Association. He works in partnership with educational institutions throughout the Midwest to advance renewable energy education and market development initiatives.Nick is presenting: Solar market trends and opportunities
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Tamarind room |
|  | Dan Johnson, Midwest Earth Builders, LLCDan specializes in energy efficient design, sustainable construction, and compressed earth block (CEB) production and construction. Since 1997 he has worked on sustainable and energy efficient homes in Colorado, New Mexico, Iowa and Wisconsin. In 2008, Midwest Earth Builders received national recognition for Compressed Earth Blocks as part of Sustainable Industries magazine's annual award: Top 10 Green Building Products of 2008.Dan is presenting: Passive House in Wisconsin: a builders perspective
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Mangrove room |
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|  | Greg Kirschling, Lumber Dealers Supply, Inc.Greg's entire career has been in the construction industry. He has been a speaker at previous Better Building: Better Business Conferences and many home builder associations in Wisconsin and Michigan. Greg has been a guest instructor at technical colleges throughout Wisconsin. He is a member of the National Association of Home Builders, Wisconsin Builders Association and board member of Brown County Home Builders Association.Greg is presenting: Protecting buildings with weather resistant barriers and flashing
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Portia room |
|  | Steven Klein, Klein LightingSteven became NCQLP Lighting Certified in 2001, and accepted into the International Association of Lighting Designers) as a Professional Member in 2005. He has spoken on various lighting topics at LightFair International, NEOCON Worlds Trade Fair, and has achieved Distinguished Speaker Status with the American Society of Interior Designers (ASID) for five consecutive years. He has won numerous awards from the Illuminating Engineering Society.Steven is presenting: New residential lighting: design, science, health and luxury enhancements
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
|  | Torrance Kramer, LEED AP, BPI, Degree Days, LLCTorrance has performed energy audits, including multi-blower door testing and zonal pressure diagnostics, for small to large residential buildings, both existing and new construction. He has spoken nationally on energy efficiency techniques and procedures, participated in the development of single and multifamily energy efficiency programs and advised installers, contractors, and other staff promoting energy efficiency.Torrance is presenting: The road to building performance
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Portia room |
|  | Tom Krawczyk, TJH Energy ConsultingTom Krawczyk, with TJH Energy Consulting of Lake Geneva, Wisconsin, is a Certified HERS Rater and LEED-for-Homes Green Rater.Tom is presenting: Collaboration: the winding road from here to there
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Portia room |
|  | Andy Kuc, Focus on EnergyAndy Kuc is the current implementation manager and the primary architect of Focus on Energy's New Homes Program. Andy also oversees new homes programs throughout the Midwest. Andy is a Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) accredited energy rater and a Building Performance Institute Certified (BPI) Building Analyst.Andy is presenting: Making Focus on Energy work for your business
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
|  | Joseph Lstiburek, PhD, PE, ASHRAE Fellow, Building Science CorporationJoe is a principal of Building Science Corporation, an ASHRAE Fellow and an Adjunct Professor of Building Science at the University of Toronto. He has thirty years of experience in design, construction, investigation, and building science research. Through his work on the Building America program, Joe has forged partnerships with designers, builders, developers, materials suppliers and equipment manufacturers to build higher performance buildings across the U.S.Joseph is presenting: Renovation and rehabilitation
Wed, Mar 6 · 8:00am – 4:30pm · Aralia/Marula room Insulating old buildings
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Aralia/Marula room |
|  | Corbett Lunsford, Green Dream Group, LLCCorbett founded the Green Dream Group's Building Performance Workshop (a BPI Testing Center) and hosts the Building Performance Podcast. He authored Home Performance Diagnostics: the Guide to Advanced Testing, developed the curriculum for the Chicago Southland EPA Brownfields Job Training Program and performed hundreds of comprehensive home performance analyses. Corbett is Executive Director of the Illinois Association of Energy Raters and Home Performance Professionals.Corbett is presenting: Into the 'cloud': automate your client interactions
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Wisteria room |
|  | Grace Lunsford, Green Dream Group, LLCGrace is the powerhouse behind Green Dream Group's public relations and video production. She focuses on improving the quality of new and existing buildings in Chicago through independent, scientific building diagnostics, and in making the city a better place for people in all living situations and all income brackets. Grace gives numerous presentations on business development, branding and marketing, and has been the voice of the Environmental Law and Policy Center about their high performance office space.Grace is presenting: Maximizing your brand through video marketing
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Wisteria room |
|  | Joe Nagan, Home Building Technology ServicesJoe is the owner of Home Building Technology Services. His firm offers design evaluations, construction management and building failure analysis. He is certified in residential mechanical ventilation design and installation, as well as advanced building science. Joe provides support and training as the technical director for the Focus on Energy New Homes Program. Joe is presenting: Building failures: moisture issues with brick and stone veneers
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Aloeswood/Tamboti room Psychrometrics: dew points for dummies
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room Ventilation update: products, codes, performance
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Aralia/Marula room |
|  | Greg Nahn, WECCGreg is currently working as a Building Performance Specialist at Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation, involved in training and quality control. He is an accredited trainer, recognized by RESNET and BPI, and has developed and delivered multiple trainings that support advancing the building performance and certification industry.Greg is presenting: Building blocks for building performance and evaluation
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Guava room REM/Rate: modeling renewable and other advanced energy systems
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Tamarind room |
|  | Jim Olson, E3 CoalitionJim has been working in the building energy field since 2000. He is a trained LEED for Homes and Passive House consultant. Over the past five years he has been working with commercial and municipal building owners to develop a systematic approach that addresses these under-served markets. Jim is a creative, 'boots on the ground' guy who uses his practical experience to get projects implemented.Jim is presenting: Commercial performance: an underserved market
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Wisteria room |
|  | Todd Osman, E3 CoalitionTodd has over 30 years experience as a designer/builder of high performance and sustainable buildings. Four years ago he partnered with Jim Olson to form E3 Coalition to bring a planned and scientific approach to energy efficiency project development for commercial and municipal clients. Todd is a LEED GA with experience in energy and comprehensive planning for communities. He brings a builder's project oriented emphasis to energy management for business and municipal markets.Todd is presenting: Commercial performance: an underserved market
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Wisteria room |
|  | Keith Ouimette, Cardinal Heating and Air ConditioningKeith is solar division manager and HVAC project manager at Cardinal Heating and Air Conditioning, Inc. He has 15 years of HVAC industry experience and five years in renewable applications. Keith is certified by the North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners, certified in solar thermal and electric through the Midwest Renewable Energy Association, certified by the Hydronics Institute in installation and design, and a certified HVAC technician.Keith is presenting: Solar thermal 101: solar domestic water and space heating
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Guava room |
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|  | Bob Pfeiffer, WECCBob has spent the last 34 years in the energy retrofit industry, most of it in the Low-Income Weatherization Program as a Crew Leader, Auditor, and now as a trainer employed at Wisconsin Energy Conservation Corporation. He also worked for seven years as an outreach Specialist and Project Manager with the Home Performance with ENERGY STAR program. His field work infuses his classroom sessions with practical tips and real world experiences. Bob is presenting: Isolating attached and tuck-under garages
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Aloeswood/Tamboti room Air sealing: beyond the attic and basement
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Mangrove room |
|  | Scott Pigg, Energy Center of WisconsinScott is a principal researcher at the Energy Center of Wisconsin. He has 25 years of hands-on experience researching energy use in Wisconsin homes. Scott has initiated and conducted major studies combining energy use characteristics of Wisconsin housing with data on attitudes and behavior of homeowners, tenants and landlords, and is currently the Assistant Project Director for the national evaluation of the Weatherization Assistance Program. Scott is presenting: What have we learned from the National Weatherization Assistance Program Evaluation?
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Aralia/Marula room |
|  | Paul Raymer, Heyoka Solutions, LLCPaul, Chief Investigator at Heyoka Solutions, has been working with building science for more than 30 years. He is author of Residential Ventilation Handbook and writes a tool column for "Home Energy Magazine". Paul has numerous BPI and HERS Certifications and is a 10-year veteran member of the ASHRAE 62.2 Standard Committee.Paul is presenting: Testing and documenting ventilation system performance
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Aralia/Marula room |
|  | David Romary, Hearth and Sol Construction and Energy RatingDavid, owner of Hearth and Sol Construction, has been building homes for more than 25 years and specializes in delivering energy efficiency at a reasonable cost. He is a fully certified energy rater and works with the ENERGY STAR program for both new construction and existing homes.
David is presenting: Passive House in Wisconsin: a builders perspective
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Mangrove room |
|  | Steve Romme, eFree Homes, LLCSteve is a Partner at eFree Homes, LLC and has more than 25 years of business, technical and marketing experience. His detailed approach to identifying, analyzing, implementing and monitoring new home systems and their performance has led to some astounding Energy Free new home results. Steve leads system design efforts and performance monitoring programs and develops new methods for marketing Energy Free homes.Steve is presenting: The smarter way to net zero: energy free homes that pay for themselves
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Portia room |
|  | Steve Scholz, Enertech GlobalSteve Scholz is Enertech Global's Territory Manager for Wisconsin as well as Northern Illinois and Michigan's Upper Peninsula. He has 26 years of experience in HVAC management and sales. Steve has a state of Wisconsin HVAC certification, IGSHPA certification, and NATE certification. He is a member of the Wisconsin Builders Association.Steve is presenting: Geothermal fundamentals: GEO 101 through 301
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Tamarind room |
|  | Matt Schwoegler, The Snell GroupMatt is an accomplished thermographer and infrared instructor who joined The Snell Group in 2002. He is the primary trainer for both the four-day Level I - Infrared for Building Applications and the two-day IR for Weatherization and Energy Audits courses. Matt has worked with numerous state weatherization agencies and home performance contractors that use thermal imaging for building diagnostics. He also leads infrared training courses for industrial maintenance applications.Matt is presenting: What is your IR IQ? Are you an infrared guru?
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Aralia/Marula room |
|  | Tamara Sondgeroth, Focus on EnergyTamara is the Director of Energy Portfolios with Focus on Energy. She has experience implementing conservation programs for several Wisconsin utilities and has developed programs, organized marketing plans and evaluated savings from locally administered programs. Tamara has worked with large customer accounts to promote energy saving technologies and achieve energy conservation goals and has taught classes on energy conservation and renewable energy. Tamara is presenting: Making Focus on Energy work for your business
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
|  | Annette Stelmack, LEED AP BD+C, Inspirit-llcAnnette brings more than 30 years of experience in the building industry as a nationally recognized sustainable design leader, educator and author. She is a LEED® AP Building Design + Construction design professional whose specialty is providing solutions for clients with multiple chemical sensitivities. Annette has received numerous awards and recognition including highest honors from the ASID Colorado Chapter for 1st place ‘Residential Sustainable Design.'
Annette is presenting: Just how do you light that space for remodelers
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Mangrove room Think outside the space planning box: efficient use of space in residential remodeling
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Mangrove room |
|  | Leroy Stublaski, Architecture Plus, LLCLeroy joined the Division of Safety & Buildings in April of 1995 as the UDC Engineering Consultant and retired in August 2010. He was responsible for UDC code interpretation and provided information on UDC requirements to municipal building inspectors, architects, engineers, contractors and homeowners. He also provided construction training for residential builders and inspectors. Leroy currently provides consultation services and training for builders and inspector groups.
Leroy is presenting: The good, the bad and the ugly of home construction
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Portia room UDC basics and beyond
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Mangrove room Old house: historical treasure, code compliant nightmare or just an old house
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Guava room |
|  | Larry Taff, TZ of Madison, Inc.Larry has been a residential remodeler for more than 40 years. He specializes in modifying homes for people with special needs. Larry has given many seminars and spoken to both local and national groups on topics ranging from selecting a general contractor, accessibility, CAPS, and cost versus value.
Larry is presenting: Universal design and aging in place: how they relate in today's market
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Mangrove room |
|  | Jesse Taff, TZ of Madison, Inc.Jesse has 12 years of experience as a lead carpenter and project manager. In 2008, he put his certifications into practice with a kitchen remodel that won a local and regional NARI award in the category of universal design. Jesse has been project manager/lead carpenter on many residential projects where the personal needs of each client were the focus.Jesse has been project manager/lead carpenter on many residential projects where the personal needs of each client were the focus.Jesse is presenting: Universal design and aging in place: how they relate in today's market
Fri, Mar 8 · 12:45 pm – 2 pm · Mangrove room |
|  | Virge Temme, Virge Temme Architecture, Inc.Virge Temme of Virge Temme Architecture is a nationally featured residential architect who has specialized in energy-efficient, sustainable homes since 1992.
Virge is presenting: Collaboration: the winding road from here to there
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Portia room |
|  | William Turner, Turner Building Science and Design, LLCBill served on the research staff of Harvard University School of Public Health conducting a longitudinal air quality study inside and outside of homes evaluating second hand smoke and gas appliances. Since then he has focused on building science and sustainability issues including indoor air quality, moisture, building shell design, net-zero buildings, building commissioning, and forensic evaluations. Bill has published and lectured extensively.
Linda founded Affordable Comfort Conference in 1986. Currently, she directs deep energy reduction initiatives for ACI. Linda is leading the effort to demonstrate the feasibility of achieving deep energy reductions in existing dwellings through the North American Thousand Home Challenge (THC). In this capacity, she has direct knowledge of residential energy initiatives that are going beyond business as usual to achieve reduction of 70% and beyond.William is presenting: Staged Retrofits and the 1000 Home Challenge: Measured Results and Lessons Learned
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Guava room Effective use of minisplit heat pumps in moderate climates
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
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|  | Brian Urlaub, Enertech GlobalBrian has more than 12 years of experience in geothermal heat pump applications and has been involved with more than 500 installations. He is an International Ground Source Heat Pump Association certified trainer and designer and the regional training manager for Enertech. Brian has trained contractors on how to properly size, design, and install ground source heat pumps. He is the current president of the Wisconsin Geothermal Association.Brian is presenting: Geothermal fundamentals: GEO 101 through 301
Thu, Mar 7 · 10:30 am – 11:45 am · Tamarind room |
|  | Liesel Whitney-Schulte, LC, Franklin Energy Services, LLCLiesel has worked with energy efficiency programs since 1992 including programs for multiple utility clients. She is Lighting Certified by the National Council on Qualifications for the Lighting Professions and is a member of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America. Liesel has presented at past Better Buildings: Better Business conferences, ACEEE Market Transformation conferences, DOE's SSL Market Introduction and R&D conferences, and several webinars for Energy Center of Wisconsin. Liesel is presenting: Lust for LED: sorting through fact and fantasy
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Wisteria room |
|  | Dan Wiesman, Baylakes Builders and DevelopmentDan Wiesman of Baylakes Builders and Development in Green Bay has been building tight, energy-efficient homes throughout Northeast Wisconsin since 1998.Dan is presenting: Collaboration: the winding road from here to there
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Portia room |
|  | Linda Wigington, Affordable ComfortLinda founded Affordable Comfort Conference in 1986. Currently, she directs deep energy reduction initiatives for ACI. Linda is leading the effort to demonstrate the feasibility of achieving deep energy reductions in existing dwellings through the North American Thousand Home Challenge (THC). In this capacity, she has direct knowledge of residential energy initiatives that are going beyond business as usual to achieve reduction of 70% and beyond. Linda is presenting: Staged Retrofits and the 1000 Home Challenge: Measured Results and Lessons Learned
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Guava room Effective use of minisplit heat pumps in moderate climates
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Aloeswood/Tamboti room |
|  | Dan Wildenhaus, Fluid Market StrategiesDan has more than 18 years of experience doing energy audits, weatherization repairs, and consulting in the new construction and existing buildings market. He is the lead Technical Coordinator for Seattle's Community Power Works for Home and Small Business, sits on the boards for Home Performance Washington and the Northwest EcoBuilding Guild and trains tomorrow's home performance workforce at South Seattle Community College. Dan also provides consultation and training for Northwest ENERGY STAR Homes.
Dan is presenting: The 'next step': a holistic approach to low-load homes
Thu, Mar 7 · 1:30 pm – 2:45 pm · Tamarind room Heat pump water heaters and practical application: case studies and lessons learned
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Tamarind room |
|  | Keith Williams, Building Services and Consultant, LLCKeith owns Building Services and Consultant LLC, providing residential energy related home performance consulting services. He is a certified Home Performance specialist, certified Building Performance Institute building analyst and shell specialist, Residential Energy Services Network-certified energy rater and carbon monoxide analyst, and a licensed rental unit energy efficiency compliance inspector in Wisconsin. Keith provides classroom and in-field, hands-on training in building diagnostics and improvements.Keith is presenting: Dense packing sidewalls to BPI standards
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Exhibit hall room Dense packing sidewalls to BPI standards
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Exhibit hall room Solving wet attics
Fri, Mar 8 · 2:30 pm – 3:45 pm · Wisteria room |
|  | Niels Wolter, Grow Solar WisconsinNiels helps lead the Grow Solar Wisconsin program, a Solar Rooftop Challenge project funded by the U.S. DOE's SunShot Initiative, to reduce the soft cost of solar electric systems. Niels ran the Focus on Energy Solar Electric program, the Wisconsin Solar Use network and the Wisconsin Million Solar Roofs initiative. His home is solar powered and heated and has a net zero energy bill.Niels is presenting: Solar electric systems make sense in Wisconsin today
Fri, Mar 8 · 8:30 am – 9:45 am · Tamarind room |
|  | Peter Yost, BuildingGreen, Inc.Peter is the Director of Residential Services for BuildingGreen, LLC in Brattleboro, Vermont. He has been building, researching, teaching, writing, and consulting on high performance homes for more than twenty years. His expertise ranges from construction waste management and advanced framing to energy efficiency and building durability. Peter is Technical Director for GreenBuildingAdvisor.com and an instructor at Boston Architectural College and the University of Massachusetts in Amherst. Peter is presenting: Best practices: high performance walls and windows
Thu, Mar 7 · 3:15 pm – 4:30 pm · Aralia/Marula room Sticky issues: sealants, tapes and gaskets for air and water barriers
Fri, Mar 8 · 10:15 am – 11:30 am · Portia room |
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