Alex Guerrieri
Username
Alex Guerrieri
Proposer First Name
Alex
Proposer Email
aguerrieri@swinter.com
Proposer Last Name
Guerrieri
Proposer Company/Organization
Steven Winter Associates
Proposer Phone
(202) 603-6586
Proposer Job Title
Sustainability Consultant

Boston 2023 Areas of Focus

Proposed Session Description
Mechanical systems are the source of many comfort and health issues in homes, and the supply, return, and exhaust ductwork that are integral to these systems are fraught with possibility for detrimental issues. In this session we'll examine some of those issues and discuss how to prevent and correct them.
Diversity and Inclusiveness
N/A
Learning Objectives
Recognize common issues in mechanical ducting systems and how to correct them.
Explore the testing and diagnostic equipment used to verify flow rates and performance.
Identify proper flow rates in mechanical systems for occupant health and comfort.
Compare ventilation strategies to help inform design choices.
Has this session been presented before?
No
Target Audiences Level of Expertise
Level 2 - Some prior knowledge helpful.
Session Format
Presentation followed by facilitated discussion or breakout groups
Session Format Details
A 30-40 minute presentation followed by discussion and Q&A
Recommended Length
60-minute session

Strongest Content Connection - Boston 2023

Comments about your speaker roster
Shari and Alex are both sustainability consultants with Steven Winter Associates, where they focus on multifamily residential construction of energy efficient and healthy buildings.
Reviewer 1
Grant, Tristan
Proposal #
149
Committee Decision
Rejected

Presenters

Full Description
Many structures with forced-air HVAC systems suffer from duct leakage and/or poor fan performance. Occupant health and comfort are closely aligned with indoor environmental quality, and meeting recommended or required flow-rates is a hurdle that most residential projects need to clear. By showing and explaining the issues and errors we find on site during both rough and final inspections, we hope to educate attendees on what to look for (both positive and negative) and how to correct or prevent them from happening.