Thursday Schedule

The second day of the conference, Thursday, March 27, will focus on topics related to codes & construction and weatherization & building science. The weatherization & building science track is supported by the PA Building Contractor Outreach project in partnership with the Clean Energy Center at the Pennsylvania College of Technology. Continuing education available.

Afternoon Plenary

Be sure to stick around for the plenary on Crawlspaces Uncovered: Designing Smart, Building Better by the PHRC staff!

Crawlspaces or "under-floor spaces" can be both a cost saver during construction and sometimes a necessity due to site conditions, but if done poorly or not designed and constructed with sustainability in mind, it can cost much more in the long run. In this session, we will take a look at design and construction of crawlspaces. Starting with the design and looking through the compliance paths listed in Section 408 of the 2021 IRC, we will compile a list of items necessary for the design and construction of a durable crawlspace. We will also take a look at some simulated examples of a poorly designed crawlspace and reveal the potential risks of non-compliance. Going one step further, we will look at some above code options to the design and construction of a crawlspace. This will provide a range of options so an informed and educated decision for the design and construction of your next crawlspace can be achieved.

Agenda

Day 2 conference sessions on Thursday will feature two concurrent tracks: Codes & Construction and Weatherization & Building Science.

• 7:00am ET
  • Registration opens
  • Breakfast buffet begins
• 8:15am ET
  • Day 2 Opening Remarks by Chris Hine, PHRC
• 8:30-10:00am ET
  1. Durability for Steep Pitched Roof Assemblies by Kaylen Handly, Benjamin Obdyke Inc.
  2. Navigating the Timeline & Impact of the 2021 PA UCC Residential Code by Chris Hine, PHRC
• 10:00-10:30am ET
  • Break with snacks & Exhibitor Plus sponsors
• 10:30am-12:00pm ET
  1. The Importance of Balanced Ventilation with Energy Recovery Ventilators (ERV) by William Nagle, Panasonic Eco Systems North America
  2. IRC Wall Bracing Basics by Noah Humberston, APA - The Engineered Wood Association
• 12:00-1:00pm ET
  • Lunch 
• 1:00-2:30pm ET
  1. Achieving Deep Energy Savings by Unlocking the Power of Coordinated Services by Emily Lucas, Philadelphia Energy Authority, and Rebecca Arnold, New Ecology Inc.
  2. Back to Backstops: Navigating Pennsylvania's Evolving Energy Code by Mike Arblaster, Harmony Home Energy, and Michael Matthews, RESNET
• 2:30-3:00pm ET
  • Break with snacks & Exhibitor Plus sponsors
• 3:00-4:30pm ET
  1. Afternoon Plenary - Crawlspaces Uncovered: Designing Smart, Building Better by Pam Slusser, PHRC, and Darrin Wright, PHRC