Better Homes, Better Future

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In the "Better Homes, Better Future" podcast, Aaron Smith, CEO of EEBA, hosts conversations with key players in the industry to break down the principles, issues, technologies and history of the sustainable building movement.

  1. 3D AGO

    EEBA Legends - Opening Summit Panel

    Listen to the EEBA Legends Gord Cooke, Mark LaLiberte, Joe Lstiburek, Gene Myers, and Sam Rashkin share insights from decades of experience shaping the high performance homebuilding industry. In this special panel discussion, these industry pioneers explore where the industry stands today, the lessons learned along the way, and their vision for the future of building better homes. Join us at our next High Performance Home Builder Summit, September 16-18th, 2026 in Saint Paul, MN! Learn more and register at https://summit.eeba.org!

    1h 34m

  2. OCT 10

    Innovating Home Comfort: Air-to-Water Heat Pumps for Carrier

    Introducing HVAC professionals to Carrier’s Air-to-Water Heat Pump (A2W-HP) systems for residential use. An energy efficient and sustainable complete heating, cooling and DHW solution.  Learning Objectives: Understand the core features and benefitsLearn about Hydronic FundamentalsDiscover Best PracticesUnderstand the market potential and regulatory impact

    45 min

  3. OCT 8

    Rapid Recovery: Western North Carolina Industrialized Construction Tech Hub’s Response to Hurricane Helene

    Hurricane Helene caused significant damage to Western North Carolina. NC Office of State Management and Budget estimates that between 121,000 and 132,000 homes have been damaged due to Helene and roughly 12,000 people were estimated to still be displaced from the storm in early January 2025. This amplified the already existing shortage of good quality housing in the region. We now face the dual challenge of quickly developing affordable high-performance housing that also includes resilience against extreme weather events. To address this, ADL Ventures and Howard Building Science convened a consortium of regional Council of Governments, Developers, Builders, Prefabricators and Academia called ‘Western NC Industrialized Construction Tech Hub’. Through collaboration and recent industrialized construction (IC) projects in the region (Duke Street Cottages and Hickory Grove), the group secured a donated parcel of land to highlight IC deployment speed, aesthetic diversity, and act as a “how-to” guide for other regional developers. Our presentation will go into depth on the setup, execution, and learnings from these IC projects.  We will also discuss how high-performance construction can also be disaster resilient (FORTIFIED™) housing for vulnerable populations. These projects used a variety of industrialized construction methods; Modular, panelized, and hybrid. This presentation will showcase the importance of collaborative partnerships in creating sustainable, affordable, and resilient housing solutions in rural America. Learning Objectives: Need of the hour: Nexus of industrialized construction, disaster resilient and high performance homesGetting community buy in through consortium building, data collection and shared responsibilitiesDocumentation of planning and execution process for replicability and scaling using ‘how-to’ playbooksCase studies: High performance, IC-based neighborhoods

    58 min

  4. OCT 2

    Increasing Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction by Avoiding the Unintended Consequences of Poor HPWH Installations

    1. Discuss the unintended consequences associated with installing HPWH inside the building envelope. 2. Identify the building science mechanisms that cause moisture to condense on surfaces inside the building, both within the space where the HPWH is located and elsewhere in the building. 3. Describe several ways to mitigate the risks of moisture condensation that simultaneously increase the efficiency of the HPWH. 4. Understand the efforts the industry is taking to address these concerns.

    1h 2m

  5. AUG 20

    High Performance Heat Pumps for Next-Gen Homes

    Join us for an informative webinar where we’ll explore Carrier® Crossover Solutions—an innovative approach that combines the strengths of traditional ducted heating and cooling with the versatility of ductless technology. This session will delve into how our systems are designed for compatibility with residential fan coils and furnaces, ensuring effortless integration with your current HVAC setup. Learning Objectives: Discover consumer trends in sustainable and high efficiency products in the homeLearn about Carrier's latest heat pump technologyTake a deep dive of Carrier's Crossover heat pump product lineUnderstand crossover heat pump applications

    34 min

  6. JUL 16

    Transform Your Projects with Panelized Construction

    Learn how to elevate your designs and streamline construction with Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs)—sustainable, high-performance building systems. When you take this course, you'll learn how SIPs used in residential and commercial projects integrate six critical structural and thermal components into a single precision-engineered panel. You'll also learn how to easily adapt SIPs into your designs and construction processes to deliver the following project benefits:  Enhance Efficiency: Cut heating and cooling costs dramatically with superior insulation. Expand Design Potential: Utilize longer spans, maximize conditioned space, and push creative boundaries Build Faster: Complete projects in half the time compared to stick framing, and combat skilled labor challenges Increase ROI: Achieve quicker occupancy and faster project turnovers. Create Stronger, More Resilient Structures: Fire resistant, seismic and hurricane zone approved and clean air certified, delivering superior environments with your projects. Focus on High Performance Energy Efficient Building Design: Naturally 60% more energy efficient than traditional code approved assemblies, SIPs enable extreme energy savings and reduced operational costs for years to come. Learn how SIPs are an incredible path to sustainability.  Learning Objectives   Discover different types of offsite construction and the benefits of Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) in today's design and building environments. Learn how SIPs can solve labor shortages and improve construction efficiency. Understand how SIPs offer exceptional energy efficiency and durability. Explore the basics of designing and building with Structural Insulated Panels, to understand how to get started working with SIPs.

    1h 15m

  7. JUL 10

    Building Peace of Mind and Longer Lasting Energy Efficiency - “Right Sizing Supply and Demand Side- Solar/Batt/HP-Inverter”

    This session will discuss the highly efficient, but practical methods for building with energy production (Solar), storage (Battery) and inverter heat pump systems.   Learning Objectives: Applying the concept (go beyond NZE ready) and be prepared to offer levels of resilience.Sizing goals to allow for future expansion based on budget.Expressing the best environmental conditions for homeowners.Showing the On and Off grid advantages of the system.

    51 min

  8. JUL 1

    Smart Thermostats for Builders

    This webinar covers the Smart Thermostat’s value and features it brings to the homeowner, such as its intuitive display and programmable scheduling. In addition, the Smart Thermostat’s technical capability is shown by stepping through the installation process and connecting it to the Home App. Connection to the Service Tech App and the Connected Portal is also discussed. Learning Objectives: Understand what Smart Thermostats offer for the DealerUnderstand the benefits that Smart Thermostats offer for the HomeownerLearn about Installation & commissioningDiscover details about the Service Tech App and Home App

    51 min
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In the "Better Homes, Better Future" podcast, Aaron Smith, CEO of EEBA, hosts conversations with key players in the industry to break down the principles, issues, technologies and history of the sustainable building movement.

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  • Creator
    Energy and Environmental Building Alliance
  • Years Active
    2021 - 2025
  • Episodes
    97
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Energy and Environmental Building Alliance
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    Better Homes, Better Future

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