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Date:

February 3, 2022

Instructors:

Gretchen Schimelpfenig, Resource Innovation Institute

Primary Topics:

Controlled Environmental Horticulture (CEH)

Sub-Topics:

Controlled Environment Agriculture (CEA), Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC)

Presentation:

Slide Deck

Indoor Optimization – HVAC & Lighting Best Practices

The Practical Guide to All-Electric Residential Buildings (Part 1): Why All-Electric, Solar, Cooking

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Home Improvements for a Healthier, Resilient, and Clean-Energy Future

Event Description Overview of a new one-page guide for homeowners. With the premise that most home improvement projects have the...

May 27, 2026

Builder’s Perspective: Insulation and Air Sealing

Event Description Insulation and air sealing are critical aspects of construction, contributing to improved energy performance, reduced operating costs, greater...

May 26, 2026