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Build A Better House Series: Renovations, Presented by Maine Indoor Air Quality Control Council, March 2 - 3
Event Description
About the Program: This session focuses on practical short and long-term strategies to both maximize current and future energy efficiency and minimize IAQ problems when undertaking common residential renovations. The program covers identification of potential IAQ hazards in an existing home, understanding how specific renovation projects can impact indoor air quality, and strategies to both renovate a home for improved energy efficiency and AND reduce health risks for home occupants. Covers: weatherization, basement improvements, roofs, windows/doors, bathrooms, kitchens, additions, and ventilation. Case studies of actual projects will be used to illustrate training concepts.
Learning objectives for Renovations:
2:00 p.m. – Presentations by Bill Turner & David Johnston
3:00 p.m. – Break
3:15 p.m. – Presentations by Bill Turner & David Johnston
4:15 p.m. – Break
4:30 p.m. – Interactive Forums – Topics vary
5:30 p.m. – Session end
David Johnston is president of David Johnston & Co., has been building healthy, energy efficient homes in Maine for more than 35 years. David currently teaches building construction trade classes at Central Maine Community College, and has served as an adjunct instructor in Residential Design and Drafting and Graphic Design at the USM Department of Industrial Technology. David currently serves on the Advisory Committees for Southern Maine Community College, Central Maine Community College, and Westbrook Region Technology Center.
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