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PAST TOPICS:
Thursday, May 11, 2023
HVAC SEER/SEER2 Changes
Find out the implications of the change to SEER2/HSPF2
Presented by: Rob Vieira, Director of Buildings Research, FSEC
Thursday, July 13, 2023
Proper Placement of Equipment
Why air handlers and ductwork should be in conditioned space
Presented by: Janet McIlvaine, Senior Research Analyst, FSEC
Thursday, August 24, 2023
Federal Legislation & HVACs
Rebates for residential HVAC systems and federal legislation passed in the IRA
Presenter: Maddie Koewler, Senior Program Manager, NASEO
Thursday, November 16, 2023
Understanding ASHRAE 62.2 Whole House Mechanical Ventilation
How much outside air is recommended and how is it calculated?
Presented by: Rob Vieira, Director of Buildings Research, FSEC
Rob has conducted building energy- efficiency research for over 40 years. He has contributed to the development of energy codes, green program standards and software used for code compliance, energy ratings and energy-efficient tax credits.
Thursday, January 11, 2024
Ventilating and Ducted Dehumidifiers – how to make them work well
The details make a difference when removing moisture efficiently.
Presented by: Chuck Withers, Senior Research Engineer, FSEC
Chuck has conducted research on performance of dehumidifiers, ventilation systems and air conditioning systems. He has also studied moisture control in homes and non-residential buildings, indoor air quality, radon control and conducted various research for the U.S. Department of Energy and for the state of Florida.
Thursday, February 1, 2024
Potential Savings from High Efficiency Air Conditioners and Heat Pumps
Modeled savings of installing units beyond minimum compliance level.
Presented by: Rob Vieira, Director of Buildings Research, FSEC
Rob has conducted building energy- efficiency research for over 40 years. He has contributed to the development of energy codes, green program standards and software used for code compliance, energy ratings and energy-efficient tax credits.
Thursday, June 22, 2023
Mini Splits and Energy Use
Selling supplemental mini splits to save energy
Presented by: Karen Fenaughty, Senior Research Analyst, FSEC
Thursday, August 3, 2023
New Home Tax Credits and HVAC
Why quality inspected HVAC installations will increase with the new home tax credit
Presented by: Philip Fairey, Deputy Director, FSEC
Thursday, October 26, 2023
Navigating the Refrigerant World
Managing the transition from HFC refrigerants to A2L refrigerants
Presented by: Mike Lankford, SR VP of Sales Baker Distributing, a Watsco Company
In the HVAC/R industry for 33 years, Mike has served on many industry task force/ councils and is currently working on the HARDI refrigeration council, and on an OEM HVAC equipment council helping them transition products.
Thursday, December 7, 2023
Impactful Florida Energy Code Changes for the 2023 8th Edition Code
Learn what is changing December 31, 2023 with HVAC replacement change outs, new equipment efficiencies and stricter performance code.
Presented by: Jeff Sonne, Senior Research Engineer, FSEC
Jeff has conducted research on building codes, HVAC systems, indoor air quality, heat islands, cool roofs and other efficient building measures. He has taught classes on energy-efficient home building, using software to simulate buildings and energy codes.
Thursday, February 22, 2024
Retrofitting Air Handler Closets for Better Performance
Some small measures can make big differences before setting that new unit.
Presented by: Janet McIlvaine, Senior Research Analyst, FSEC
Janet has been conducting building science research hand education for over 30 years. Her lengthy consultation list includes McDonalds, Disney Development Corporation, Habitat for Humanity International and its affiliates as well as individual HVAC contractors, builders, local governments and consumers.