The ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program greatly expanded its HVAC requirements in the latest version of its program, released in 2012. The main elements of HVAC – the “H”, the “V”, and the “AC” – are all critical to delivering efficient, comfortable, and durable homes. Evidence suggests that systems are not properly designed and installed by default and there is a lot of opportunity for HVAC to become high performance. Join us as we discuss HVAC-related requirements of the ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program and how they add value; explain who is responsible for completing each component; and discuss why the program requires HVAC contractors to be credentialed by an HVAC oversight organization prior to working on ENERGY STAR homes. Chris Reynolds of Advanced Energy and Wes Davis of ACCA will speak on behalf of the two national HVAC oversight organizations, briefly explaining the structure of their credential program and what they offer to contractors and partners. BONUS: Learn how these programs can help you achieve LEED for Homes V4, EPA Indoor Air Plus, Passive House & Enterprise Green Communities
This course is PHIUS approved.
Lessons Learned
1. How to prepare for HVAC-related requirements of the ENERGY STAR program and how these can benefit any project
2. Learn how ENERGY STAR v3 is required for LEED for Homes v4 Minimum Energy Performance
3. Understand why ENERGY STAR requires the use of a credentialed HVAC contractor, how to find one and to pursue the LEED for Homes V4 EA Credential start up.
4. Articulate how ENERGY STAR V3 HVAC is a baseline to multiple LEED v4 EQ credits under the Indoor airPLUS program
Continuing Education Units (CEUS)
1 hour in
- GBCI (LEED APH)
- AIA(HSW)
- NARI Green
- Certified Green Professional (CGP)
- AIBD
- PHIUS
- Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP)
- State Architect / Builder License may be applicable
Instructor: Dean Gamble
Dean Gamble is the technical manager for EPA’s ENERGY STAR Certified Homes program, which he has helped support, define, and implement for over 15 years. With over 1.7 million homes certified, ENERGY STAR is the nation’s largest voluntary residential market transformation program, delivering cost-effective energy-efficient homes while improving their durability, comfort, and quality.
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Course Certificate Cost: $30.00
GHI Members: Free
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