Manufactured Homes Webinar Series: Retrofitting Manufactured Homes

Manufactured Homes Webinar Series: Retrofitting Manufactured Homes

Wednesday
May 29, 2024
8 - 9am
Event Type:
Webinar
Event Format:
Online event
Skill Level:
Introductory
Intermediate
Cost:
Free

Builders, designers, HVAC technicians, energy advisors, building officials:

Join Community Energy Association for their two-part webinar series to learn all about retrofitting manufactured homes to make them more comfortable and energy efficient.

The first webinar of the series, will take us through:

  • A background on manufactured homes including BC market, types of homes, configurations, and additions.
  • A review of common challenges with manufactured homes that contribute to performance issues including energy efficiency, occupant comfort, and health and safety.
  • Types of energy upgrades and enabling work to achieve better performance including weatherization, mechanical HVAC, duct sealing/repair, and air sealing.
  • Key learning from BC utility programs upgrading manufactured homes.

 

Approval for CPD Points from BC Housing is pending.

 

Event is free of charge, but you must pre-register.

 

About the Presenter

Rob Pope, Senior Consultant, Ecolighten Energy Solutions

Rob started working in the HVAC industry in the mid 1970s where he began his apprenticeship in high-end custom homes, quickly earning tickets in sheet metal, refrigeration and gas fitting. During this time, he installed, serviced and began designing the first wave of energy-efficient systems such as condensing gas furnaces and boilers, heat recovery ventilation, heat pumps and solar thermal. Rob was the Mechanical Consultant on the first residence in Canada to achieve a Canadian LEED® certification. As an active member of the industry he has served as an executive member of the HVCI and TECA industry associations, advocating for higher standards and better education for its members.

Event Location

BC
Canada