Green Seminars

ISH North America attendees have several options to hear about the latest in green-building technologies and renewable energy in a series of seminars beginning the first day of the show.

John Siegenthaler, a well-known columnist for ED+C’s sister publication Plumbing & Mechanical, will discuss, “Why Hydronic Distribution Systems Are A Deep Shade Of Green Technology,” on Oct. 1.

Later that same day, Siegenthaler will also talk about the “Ten Trends That Will Shape The Future of Hydronic Heating.” Every sector of the HVAC industry needs to determine how to contend with ever-escalating energy prices.

Another Plumbing & Mechanical columnist, Julius Ballanco, will discuss “Water Reuse and Water Reclamation,” on Oct. 2. Although greywater systems save water, they also raise concerns for public health and safety. Attendees will learn how the plumbing codes are revising regulations designed to safeguard health with these water-saving systems.

In addition, here are several other green seminar highlights:

• “The Research Required For Successful Implementation of New Water-Efficient Technologies,” on Oct. 1. Peter Demarco, director of special programs for the International Association of Plumbing & Mechanical Officials, will discuss the transition in store between embracing new water-saving plumbing systems while still having confidence that the systems protect health and safety.
• “Solar Around The World,” on Oct. 1. Radiant contractor Bob “Hot Rod” Rohr will explore various solar concepts and installation practices around the world.
• “An Introduction To The GreenPlumbers Program,” on Oct. 2. Steve Lehtonen, managing director of GreenPlumbers USA, will describe how his organization can help train plumbers to capitalize on green strategies in their work.
• “Green Design Within The UPC and UMC,” on Oct. 2. Michael Mitchell, senior plumbing inspector for the city and county of San Francisco, will examine what green products and concepts are currently allowed within the Uniform Plumbing Code and Uniform Mechanical Code.
• “Two Real Sharp P’s in a Bright Green Pod,” on Oct. 3. Radiant contractors Dave Yates and Mark Eatherton will discuss a wide assortment of green technologies.

All ISH NA seminars will take place at the Georgia World Congress Center. For a full ISH North America 2008 seminar schedule and additional information on each of the sessions, visit www.ish-na.com/seminars.htm.

Green Home Tours

ISH NA is also promoting tours of a home completely run with solar energy located on the campus of Georgia Institute of Technology. Students from Georgia Tech originally designed and built the home for last year’s Solar Decathlon competition in Washington, D.C. The 800-square-foot home, dubbed Icarus, took sixth place in the contest and has since been rebuilt outside Georgia Tech’s School of Architecture.

For more information on the home and to sign up for a tour, go to  solar.gatech.edu.

Green Mobile Classroom

The HVAC Mobile Green Classroom is currently on tour around the country, including a stop at ISH NA.

The classroom allows visitors a first-hand look at the many ways a building can become more energy efficient, use fewer natural resources, and have minimal impact on the environment. On display are such green building features as solar heat, greywater and geothermal to name just a few.

The trailer’s displays are also designed to work in conjunction with the Mechanical Contractor Association of America’s (MCAA) LEED AP training programs and the United Association (UA)/Mechanical Service Contractors of America’s (MSCA) Green Awareness Training and Certification Program.

The trailer is the work of the Partnership for Environmental Leadership, a collaborate effort of the MCAA, UA, MSCA as well as the Plumbing Contractors of America; U.S. Green Building Council and Green Mechanical Council. For more information, log on to www.hvacgreen.net.

For more information or to register for ISH NA, visit www.ish-na.com.