Building technologies are evolving, codes are getting tighter, customer values include more than just the bottom line, and the workforce needs to catch up–and stay caught up. The Lab has great education and resources for you, but no one entity can do it all. Luckily, Building Potential’s Smart Buildings Center, UW’s Integrated Design Lab, and … Read more
Topic: Energy Efficiency
Strategies, tools, and training for reducing energy consumption across commercial and residential buildings.
This presentation will cover the lessons learned from 5 years of commercial hot water heat pump installations. Nyle has supplied equipment for several projects in the region and worked with different designers. Come and learn what is working. What will be learned: Benefits of Hot Water Heat Pumps Common Installation Mistakes Best Practices for Maximizing Energy Efficiency Resource Links https://www.heatwater.com/ AUDIENCE Contractors Engineers Building owners Anyone … Read more
Overview of the lighting and electrical provisions in the 2021 Washington state and Seattle commercial energy codes, both now in effect, with emphasis on provisions that are new or that were changed from last year’s initial drafts. Cost-effective, highly efficient lighting solutions from recent local projects. Energy code requirements impacting electrical system design. At the … Read more
Learn how to optimize refrigeration system operations to save money, improve efficiency and increase reliability. Todd Toburen, representing the BPA Energy Smart Industrial program, has been operating essential large refrigeration systems in food, beverage, warehouse operations, dairy, and cold storage facilities for over two decades. He’ll share how to get the most out of your … Read more
These new products provide cost effective, efficient, portable heating & cooling in a new package format. No holes in building, or mounting pads outside are needed. Similar to old-fashioned window AC units, these are self-contained and don’t need a professional to install. These Heat Pumps are a replacement for electric baseboards, Cadet style wall mounted heaters, … Read more
Electrification/decarbonization initiatives and policies are increasingly emerging across the country, with broad impacts to building operation and maintenance professionals. This session will provide an overview of how these initiatives will influence building performance, safety, operation, and maintenance by discussing: Electrification technologies Implementation benefits Implementation barriers and solutions Logistical considerations Maintenance of key assets and systems … Read more
