October 22 - October 24, 2024
Building with Heat Pumps: Efficient Systems for Cold Climates
Bozeman, MT
- Tuesday, October 22 @ 1:30PM – 5:00PM
- Bozeman Public Safety Center Community Room 901 N Rouse Ave, Bozeman, MT 59715
Missoula, MT
- Thursday, October 24 @ 1:30PM - 5:00PM
- Missoula Electric Cooperative 1700 W. Broadway, Missoula, MT, 59808
Overview
Join BetterBuiltNW, Earth Advantage, and the cities of Bozeman and Missoula for a no-cost training designed to help Montana building industry professionals incorporate Air Source Heat Pumps (ASHPs) and Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs) into residential new construction projects.
Today’s heat pumps are not the systems of the past – advancements in cold climate technology make them more efficient, reliable, and versatile than ever before. This training will dispel common myths, highlight these advancements, and provide the know-how to ensure quality installations that minimize call-backs, keep energy use low, and exceed customer expectations.
Registration: No cost & space is limited – register today!
Who Should Attend: Builders, contractors, architects, HVAC professionals, plumbers, code officials, energy raters, and utility program representatives.
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Air Source Heat Pump Training (1.5 hours)
Explore the essential principles of integrating ASHP technology into new home construction. Participants will have the opportunity to evaluate different types of cold climate heat pumps, learn about system selection, understand use cases for heat pumps with gas back-up, and gain insight into best practices for installation and commissioning. Attendees will learn:
- Why today’s heat pumps outperform earlier models
- How to select the right cold climate heat pump for each project
- The importance of heat loss/gain calculations and proper commissioning for customer satisfaction and energy efficiency
- How to work effectively with HVAC contractors to specify and ensure a high-quality installation
Heat Pump Water Heater Training (1.5 hours)
Dive into the advancements in HPWH technology and how these systems are revolutionizing residential water heating. This session will help attendees understand the best practices for installation, energy savings, and customer satisfaction. Attendees will learn:
- Why today’s HPWHs outperform earlier models
- The benefits of HPWH compared to standard water heaters
- Where and how to install HPWHs to optimize performance while addressing space, sound, cooling, and condensate concerns
- How to meet customer water heating expectations with HPWH-specific insights
These trainings provide critical insights that every new construction professional needs to stay ahead of energy code changes, meet growing homebuyer demands, and build homes that are efficient, durable, and comfortable.
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Course Fee: No cost
Continuing Education Credits: AIA: 3 LU/HSW
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Instructors
Bruce Manclark | Senior Technical Consultant, Earth Advantage
Bruce is a nationally recognized leader in energy efficiency, technical training, and heat pump system optimization, with over 40 years of experience. As a Senior Technical Advisor at Earth Advantage, Bruce brings his comprehensive understanding of proper HVAC system installation through more than 40 years of practical experience to help clients such as the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance (NEEA), Bonneville Power Administration (BPA), and Energy Trust of Oregon. In 2016, he was inducted into the Building Performance Industry Hall of Fame for his lasting contributions to the field.
Scott Mayfield | Field Specialist, Evergreen Consulting Group
As a residential field specialist for the Comfort Ready Home program, Scott works with 28 BPA utilities and their trade allies to promote the uptake of residential weatherization measures. He facilitates communication between utilities and contractors; forging stronger relationships through outreach, by stream-lining processes and by providing training that promotes energy efficiency technologies and best practices. Scott is an auditor for NEEA’s Residential Building Stock Assessment and conducts comprehensive residential energy assessments of single-family and multi-family homes in diverse climates, with a variety of building practices and heating fuel choices.
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