In this session we'll present the challenges and successes of the NYSERDA-funded Top Ops Program, which integrates site-based training into a Strategic Energy Management (SEM) approach, and detail the most effective interventions leading to behavior change and skills uptake. You'll come away with concrete strategies for successfully training building supers and engaging management, as well as techniques that supers can apply to increase savings.

We will share our experience with the design, permitting, installation, commissioning, and operation of 14 large-capacity central heat pump domestic hot water heating plants in low-income multifamily buildings (20 - 120 units) in disadvantaged communities in NYC and California. Manufacturers installed are Lync, Mitsubishi, Aermec, and Waterdrop. What works? What does't? This talk will share the many lessons we learned the hard way, in order to help accelerate the adoption of all-electric water heating systems in New York.

Hear tales from the trenches regarding ventilation approaches within the context of the Passive House certification standard. This standard has set a high benchmark for low-energy buildings and is widely known as the most rigorous energy efficiency standard currently available. However, the ventilation systems and their interfacing with heat pumps are relatively new to the industry and need to be executed correctly.

What does a pipe fitter have to do with a nonprofit? What does a turnkey solution provider have to do with a utility? The answer is EVERYTHING. With the roll out of new IRA renewable tax credits, state incentives and pilot opportunities, there is so much potential to scale networked geothermal opportunities. Learn how to effectively plan for integrative design by applying a variety of coalition strategies to the next pilot demonstrations for the best chances of successful adoption of district geothermal technology.