Better Homes, Better Future

Harvard's JCHS partnered with The Farnsworth Group to interview Homeowners and Contractors about their experiences building a healthy and/or green home. This research looks at activities and projects conducted by both groups to better understand what is being done to promote occupant health & safety and environmental & energy performance. This webinar will present the findings along wi...

Exploring Carrier's latest advancements in variable speed technology, we are excited to introduce the enhanced premium comfort features and 24V communication protocols. Learning Objectives: Learn what variable speed is, and its benefits. Discover Carrier's newest performance 27VPA9 Overview Understand utilizing 24V signals for variable speed Learn what the 27VPA9 means to the homeowner.

How do we make sustainability scalable? In this talk, Levven shares how it’s using innovation and design to democratize access to smart, sustainable electrical systems so that every homeowner, regardless of income or geography, can benefit from efficient, connected living. Learning Objectives:1. Identify the main inefficiencies in traditional electrical installations.2. Explore how wireless power...

This panel brings together housing developers who are rethinking and reimaging housing from the construction process to design, from materials to operations, so that more people can afford comfortable, safe, healthy housing options. From ex-Amazon pros who are using automation and robotics to create micro factories, to an all-new set of materials for a better performing design, to human centric de...

Part of what happens on the power grid starts in the homes we build. Meeting the rising demand for electricity presents a challenge, but also an opportunity to transform our homes from energy consumers into energy producers and distributors. In this session you'll hear from builders who have communities enrolled in Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs and are deploying battery storage at scale....

Panasonic OASYS™ Concept Home Sets a New Standard for Whole Home Wellness Panasonic recently introduced its revolutionary OASYS™ Whole Home Air Quality Management Solution through the launch of the first-ever Panasonic OASYS Concept Home in Houston, TX. This milestone project, showcases how advanced HVAC technology can transform indoor environments, delivering superior comfort, energy efficiency,...

Science-based methods that link the chemical contents of building products with human and environmental health hazards have become well-established over the past decade. Product ingredient disclosures that report this information, as well as information tools to select products with desired health characteristics, are now affordable and easy-to-use by any design project team member, without the ne...

Conversation with Sean Conta We all know that the right way to build a high performance, low carbon home starts in the design phase, right? Early and careful planning, research, estimating and coordinating with trades during design is the way to achieve the project goals. But wait, what if we land a project that has already been designed and permitted? And what if, for example, the plans are missi...

Conversation with Christopher Salem It’s not enough to simply offer great craftsmanship. High-performance builders often face the challenge of standing out in a crowded market and converting leads into loyal clients. Too many struggle with marketing that doesn't truly resonate with their target audience, leaving them chasing after business instead of attracting it effortlessly. This webinar wi...

Sustainability progress in the residential market has been tremendous over the past decade, but current federal deregulation actions are posing significant new challenges for continued progress. Building codes, energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization are specific areas facing new headwinds as result of current federal actions. While these regulatory actions may seek to halt progres...

Listen to the EEBA Legends Gord Cooke, Mark LaLiberte, Joe Lstiburek, Gene Myers, and Sam Rashkin share insights from decades of experience shaping the high performance homebuilding industry. In this special panel discussion, these industry pioneers explore where the industry stands today, the lessons learned along the way, and their vision for the future of building better homes. Join us at our n...

Introducing HVAC professionals to Carrier’s Air-to-Water Heat Pump (A2W-HP) systems for residential use. An energy efficient and sustainable complete heating, cooling and DHW solution.  Learning Objectives: Understand the core features and benefits Learn about Hydronic Fundamentals Discover Best Practices Understand the market potential and regulatory impact 

Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to Western North Carolina. NC Office of State Management and Budget estimates that between 121,000 and 132,000 homes have been damaged due to Helene and roughly 12,000 people were estimated to still be displaced from the storm in early January 2025. This amplified the already existing shortage of good quality housing in the region. We now face the dual ch...

1. Discuss the unintended consequences associated with installing HPWH inside the building envelope. 2. Identify the building science mechanisms that cause moisture to condense on surfaces inside the building, both within the space where the HPWH is located and elsewhere in the building. 3. Describe several ways to mitigate the risks of moisture condensation that simultaneously increase the effici...

Join us for an informative webinar where we’ll explore Carrier® Crossover Solutions—an innovative approach that combines the strengths of traditional ducted heating and cooling with the versatility of ductless technology. This session will delve into how our systems are designed for compatibility with residential fan coils and furnaces, ensuring effortless integration with your current HVAC setup....

Learn how to elevate your designs and streamline construction with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)—sustainable, high-performance building systems. When you take this course, you'll learn how SIPs used in residential and commercial projects integrate six critical structural and thermal components into a single precision-engineered panel. You'll also learn how to easily adapt SIPs into yo...

This session will discuss the highly efficient, but practical methods for building with energy production (Solar), storage (Battery) and inverter heat pump systems.   Learning Objectives: Applying the concept (go beyond NZE ready) and be prepared to offer levels of resilience. Sizing goals to allow for future expansion based on budget. Expressing the best environmental conditions for homeowners. S...

This webinar covers the Smart Thermostat’s value and features it brings to the homeowner, such as its intuitive display and programmable scheduling. In addition, the Smart Thermostat’s technical capability is shown by stepping through the installation process and connecting it to the Home App. Connection to the Service Tech App and the Connected Portal is also discussed. Learning Objectives: Under...

An introduction to the Daikin Altherma air-to-water heat pump, a 3-in-1 system providing 1) space heating, 2) space cooling, and 3) domestic hot water as a solution to electrify and decarbonize traditional hydronic applications. Learning Objectives: 1) Why Daikin is bringing Altherma to the market; 2) What the system is and how it works, including some case histories; 3) Understand potential appli...

Last minute changes to the Reconciliation Bill stand to wipe out Investment Tax Credits for new home buyers and threaten over 300,000 jobs across the country. Learn how homebuyers and the building sector will be impacted and what you can do to help protect American energy. What you’ll learn: Which states will face the greatest job losses How this will impact our utility bills Increases to the tota...

As the demand for healthy, high-performance homes continues to rise, indoor air quality is becoming a central focus for builders and homeowners alike. But what’s really in the air we breathe and how can filtration strategies create healthier, more efficient homes? In this session, we’ll explore the hidden challenges of airborne contaminants in residential environments, from particulates and gases...

Water scarcity is a headline that we see daily, however water conservation continues to be left out of the discussion for home builders describing themselves as Net Zero.  As we wait for mandates of water conservation in the housing sector to be implemented throughout North America, there are a few states that are going a step further and offering incentives to builders when they implement water-s...

In the push for sustainable construction, optimizing water and energy usage within buildings is becoming increasingly crucial. This webinar will delve into the innovative solutions offered by RainStick's recirculating shower systems, exploring their integration into both single-family and multifamily residential projects. With a focus on drastically reducing water and energy consumption inside the...

A home today must not only be high performing, resilient and built using sustainable methods, the home must provide the individuals living within it a healthy environment. There are many factors that contribute to the overall healthy environment we provide our homeowners, but one of the most critical is the quality of the air they breathe. This webinar will briefly cover some ventilation basics be...

Retrofit electrification of existing buildings is critical for reaching energy and climate goals, yet there are many substantial challenges with replacement of heating, cooling, ventilation, and water heating systems. In particular, the extensive rework required to switch to heat pumps is complex, laborious, disruptive, bespoke, and expensive. In this webinar, researchers and practitioners will sh...