Come sharpen your skills with some of the brightest minds in building science, February 6-7, at Better Buildings by Design (BBD) 2013. Hosted at the Sheraton Conference Center in Burlington, this not-for-profit conference sponsored by Efficiency Vermont brings together top talent in building technology and design from across the country (and beyond), to help keep Vermont-area professionals at the forefront of their fields.
I always thoroughly enjoy this conference, and Im happy to be able to meet my continuing education requirements without spending a fortune.
Keynote presenter Robert Hastings will kick things off Wednesday with a multimedia look at the evolution of Passive House, Passive Solar, and Plus-Energy. An internationally renowned expert on green building design, Hastings will address the technical aspects and market forces impacting future integration of Passive and Plus-Energy projects.
Also on the agenda: workshops covering everything from the latest advances in home ventilation technology to lighting design techniques and much more, most of which carry continuing education credits from AIA, LEED, BPI, and CEM, among others. One session thats sure to be informative is Living With It, which takes a good look at what happens with an award-winning energy efficient home after the ceremonies are over and the homeowner actually moves in. Other sessions will dive into policy, updates on building code, and the ever-changing landscape of energy-conscious design.
Beyond the more than forty workshop offerings, BBD 13 promises plenty of time for networking. As the largest gathering of building professionals in the Vermont region all year, opportunities and connections abound. Attendees are encouraged to meet with each other, as well as with vendors in the exhibition hall at various breaks throughout the two-day event, including a cocktail reception Wednesday evening.
Sponsor and vendor selection is underway and attendee registration begins December 1. Space is limited and goes quickly, so sign up early. High school and college students interested in attending are encouraged to apply for the Blair Hamilton Memorial Scholarship. Learn more about the conference at www.efficiencyvermont.com/conference or by calling 1-877-248-9900.