Remodel Green 08 offers case study presentations, building technology, technical demonstrations, keynote addresses, and networking opportunities. Conference sessions will begin with a related 5-minute product information talk, followed by presentations by knowledgeable speakers who offer a wealth of information and tools that professionals and homeowners can use to remodel homes in an energy-efficient and green manner. Keynote addresses will be simulcast into the exhibition arena to allow exhibitors and expo visitors to watch presentations.
Is R-value really a good metric? How much ventilation air does a building really nees? Everyone know that you should "build tight and ventilate right" - but what do "tight" and "right" really mean?
Solar - Thermal Energy
Speakers: Wayne Appleyard, Sunstructures;
Donna Napolitano, Mechanical Energy Systems
Design for passive solar; solar domestic hot water heating
Certification Systems
Speaker: Mike Holcomb, Alliance for Enviro. Sustainability
“Alphabet Soup” - sorting out Energy Star, LEED-H, ANSI, Build America and other rating systems
Session 2
Session 2
Session 2
Key Metrics for High Performance Buildings
Speaker: Joe Lstiburek
Is R-value really a good metric? How much ventilation air does a building really nees? Everyone know that you should "build tight and ventilate right" - but what do "tight" and "right" really mean?
Solar + Wind Power
Speaker:
Mark Bauer,
Bauer Power
How to integrate alternative energy systems into a project
Quantifying Results
Speaker:
Mike Holcomb,
The Home Inspector General
Methods for collecting and evaluating performance data on existing homes and modeling new construction
Session 3
Session 3
Session 3
Green Economics and Strategies
Speaker: Jong-Jin Kim, UM - Architecture
Strategies and technologies for enhancing or achieving economic feasibility of green buildings will be discussed, as well as various indices for measuring resource efficiency.
Alternative Framing
Panel: Joe Lstiburek, Tom Fitzpatrick,
Doug Selby
What are the pros and cons of advanced building envelope methods?
Recycling
Speaker:
Maggie Fields, Michigan DEQ
Recycling, recycled materials, urban wood salvage and reducing job site waste
Panel:
Michael Klement, Patricia Harroun, Scott Morgan
Basics and advanced topics in green design
Saving Water
Speakers:
Adam Tillman, Kohler Laura Rubin, Huron River Water Shed Council
Water harvesting, smart water use, low-flow fixtures
Retrofitting Existing Buildings
Speaker:
John Beeson, Quinn Evans Architects
How to improve the existing structure to be greener and more energy efficient
Session 2
Session 2
Session 2
Green Landscaping
Speaker:
Craig Terrell, Land Architects
Xeriscaping, rain gardens, water reclamation, low-water use irrigation systems
IAQ and Materials
Speakers:
Jacob Corvidae, W.A.R.M. Training
Creating and maintaining a healthy indoor environment; interior mechanical ventilation
Home Power
Speaker: John Wakeman
How to integrate alternative energy systems into a project
Session 3
Session 3
Session 3
Green Design
Panel: Dawn Zuber, Keith Fineberg, Scott Morgan
Basics and advanced topics in green design
Mechanical Alternatives
Speaker: Joe Williams,
Geo-Renew
Ground source heat pumps, Home ventilation systems
Efficient Lighting
Speaker:
Todd Howland
Can I have my LED’s yet? CFL’s and beyond for interior lighting
Cost & Registration:
Conference Delegate - Two Day Participant Rate, $79 (Expo Included!)
Students: $40 (must have valid student ID)
(AIA Members: Earn up to 10.5 LUs!)
Conference Delegate - One Day Participant Rate, $49 (Expo Included!) Students: $25 (must have valid student ID)
(AIA Members: Earn up to 5.25 LUs!)
