Striving for Nothing – Integrated Process for HVAC Systems Design

Join us for a full day workshop on HVAC for high-performance buildings.

Learn how to apply new knowledge and technology to substantially reduce building energy use. Join speakers Albert Bicol (PDF 81KB) and Michel Labrie (PDF 63KB) for a day of exploration into HVAC for high-performing buildings.

Wednesday, May 2

Check-in/continental breakfast – 8 a.m.
Workshop 8:30 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Lincoln Center, Columbine Room
417 W. Magnolia St.
Fort Collins, CO 80521

Who should attend?

• Mechanical and electrical engineers
• Systems designers
• Architects
• Energy specialists
• Green building consultants

What You’ll Learn

• To understand the principles and practices of integrated HVAC systems design,
• Examples and case studies of successful applications of systems that reduce operational costs;
• Best practices in North America and how to apply these principles locally;
• Awareness of key questions and challenges for design teams;
• LEED® points that relate to HVAC system design, including energy and indoor environmental quality (IEQ); and
• More about the costs of designing in an integrated manner, including capital cost and design fee implications.

Registration and fees (PDF 175KB)

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