• Conference and Training Attendance

Year 4 (April 2002 to March 2003): BAIHP researchers participated in the: (1) NAHB International Builders Show in Las Vegas, Nevada, (2)  Southeastern Regional Habitat for Humanity Conference, exhibiting and providing information on Florida's new Energy Code, building science, energy efficiency details for hot-humid climates, and the Building America program during educational sessions, (3) Idaho Energy Conference (IEEC 2002 commercial code training), (4) RESNET Conference in San Diego, California, (5) Basement, Crawlspace, Slab Insulation & Moisture Control Seminar in Westford, Massachusetts (a Building Science Corporation expert meeting),  (6) Salem Home Show in Salem, Washington, (7) Westford Building Science Seminar (8) ACCA Manual J Training Class, (9) Zero Energy Manufactured House dedication ceremony in Nez Perce tribal fish facility near Lewiston, Idaho, and (10) the Health Home Media Tour in Orlando, Florida (covered by local television stations, Channels 2 and 35, and an AM radio station).

Year 3 (April 2001to March 2002):  BAIHP participated in: (1) a design charette organized by Steven Winter Associates and McStain Enterprises in Boulder, Colorado, (2) National Association of Home Builders Conference in Atlanta, Georgia, (3) 16^th Annual National Low-Income Energy Conference in Ft. Lauderdale, Florida, introducing Building America and building science principals, (4) Building VIII Conference in Clearwater Beach, Florida, (5) NCA&TSU manufactured housing advisory committee meeting in Raleigh, North Carolina, (6) Zero Energy Buildings workshop in Orlando, Florida, (7) mold seminar put together by the Mid-Florida Home Builder Association, (8) seminar on WUFI, a moisture analysis software developed by ORNL, and (8) Council of State Administrative Agencies' Spring Workshop in San Antonio, Texas, representing BAIHP and sharing Building America research.

• Tours

In 2002, BAIHP conducted a tour of the National Institute of Standards and Technologies (NIST) facilities in Gaithersburg, Maryland to HUD, DOE, and EPA staff. BAIHP also led a Beaverton Classroom tour for DOE, WSU, and PNNL staff.

• Workshops/Training Courses

The following workshops/classes were conducted by BAIHP staff from April 2000 through march 2003:

Daylighting Class: In 2001, staff taught a two-hour class in Orlando on daylighting calculations, as part of a continuing education series sponsored by the Central Florida Chapter of the Illuminating Engineering Society of North America.

Duct Systems Workshop:  In 2000, workshops in Oregon and Washington focused on improved duct installation and inspection oversight, particularly on the use of mastic as a sealing strategy for ductwork joists.  Manufacturers Palm Harbor Homes, Fleetwood Homes (Washington and Oregon) and Valley Manufactured Housing participated.  In 2001, these same manufacturers participated along with Fuqua Homes, Marlette, and all of the Idaho manufacturers. In 2002, BAIHP staff continued to provide these workshops, working in partnership with BAIHP partner Flexible Technologies to demonstrate the added value of their innovative duct sealing technologies

Energy Seminar: In 2002, BAIHP participated in an energy seminar held in Gainesville, Florida, entitled "Responsible Buying, Building, or Retrofitting for Higher Energy Efficiency and Comfort in Homes."  Eighty to 100 people attended the seminar.

Fenestration Short Course: Researchers presented a half-day short course to approximately 25 attendees on windows at the Fenestration Manufacturers of Florida meeting in Ft. Lauderdale.  The session was completed in approximately three hours, followed by about 30 minutes of discussion.  A broader presentation has been planned to include the entire United States.

Habitat for Humanity Workshops:  From April 2001 to March 2003, BAIHP conducted: (1) a one-hour session on Energy Code changes and energy efficiency concepts for Florida Habitat for Humanity construction managers at the Spring Construction Round Table, (2) training for City of Lubbock personnel, city builders and Habitat personnel, (3) mechanical contractor and duct installer training for Calhoun County Alabama affiliate, and (4) HFHI workshop for 60 Ohio affiliates on the home energy rating process, the house as a system concept, best improvements for Ohio affiliates and house pressure and combustion safety.

Health House Workshops:  In 2002, FSEC researchers conducted a Health House builder workshop for the American Lung Association of Central Florida (ALACF).  This workshop helped the National Health House group determine the best format for presenting National Health House guidelines to builders.

Portable Classroom Presentations/Training: In 2001, BAIHP staff conducted four installer certification training sessions in Washington State, involving more than 200 onsite setup crew personnel. During 2002, 100 set-up crew personnel received the training and certification.

In 2002, BAIHP presented findings and recommendations of the three year "Pacific Northwest Portable Classroom Study" at the Energy Optimization for Universities and School Districts workshop in Washington: Practical Tips and Tools workshop in Seattle. Facility managers from across the state attended the workshop.

BAIHP staff continues to participate on MHRA's Energy Star committee.  Currently the committee is developing Quality Assurance procedures for Energy Star manufactured homes in a joint effort with the US EPA.

In 2000, BAIHP staff hosted the Smart Portable Classroom Collaborative Workshop in Portland, Oregon.  This was the first opportunity for national experts in portable classroom design, construction, siting, and end-use to come together and discuss energy-related issues.  Outreach to other school districts included numerous meetings like the Oregon School Facilities Managers' annual meeting, and the Oregon Association of School Business Officials annual meeting.

Researchers also made a presentation to Fleetwood corporate representatives on BAIHP research efforts - concentrating on Energy Star and the use of a crossover duct system with a flex flow elbow. 

Pulmonary Symposium: In 2003, researchers conducted two one-hour pulmonary symposiums in Lake Mary, Florida for 86 health professionals.  Symposium topics covered building science and lung health components.