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Better Homes, Better Future

Energy and Environmental Building Alliance

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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00:50:21

Health & Safe Home and Environmental & Energy...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/12/17

Harvard's JCHS partnered with The Farnsworth Group to interview Homeowners and Contractors about their experiences building a healthy and/or green home. This research looks at activities and projects conducted by both groups to better understand what is being done to promote occupant health & safety and environmental & energy performance. This webinar will present the findings along with insights.Learning Objectives:1. Learn about homeowners' concerns, reasons, activities and

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01:04:02

Carrier's 27VPA9 - New Variable Speed for 24v Installs

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/12/03

Exploring Carrier's latest advancements in variable speed technology, we are excited to introduce the enhanced premium comfort features and 24V communication protocols.Learning Objectives:Learn what variable speed is, and its benefits.Discover Carrier's newest performance 27VPA9 OverviewUnderstand utilizing 24V signals for variable speedLearn what the 27VPA9 means to the homeowner.

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00:51:39

Empowering Access: Making Sustainable Technology...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/11/19

How do we make sustainability scalable? In this talk, Levven shares how it’s using innovation and design to democratize access to smart, sustainable electrical systems so that every homeowner, regardless of income or geography, can benefit from efficient, connected living.Learning Objectives:1. Identify the main inefficiencies in traditional electrical installations.2. Explore how wireless power and control systems can significantly reduce material costs and labor time.3. Learn about Levven’s vision

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00:52:45

Housing’s Future is Affordable, Healthy and Sustainable

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/11/17

This panel brings together housing developers who are rethinking and reimaging housing from the construction process to design, from materials to operations, so that more people can afford comfortable, safe, healthy housing options. From ex-Amazon pros who are using automation and robotics to create micro factories, to an all-new set of materials for a better performing design, to human centric design practices that cut the cost of ownership in half. The discussion will cover current housing demand

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00:57:20

Transforming Our Communities Into Grid Assets

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/11/12

Part of what happens on the power grid starts in the homes we build. Meeting the rising demand for electricity presents a challenge, but also an opportunity to transform our homes from energy consumers into energy producers and distributors. In this session you'll hear from builders who have communities enrolled in Virtual Power Plant (VPP) programs and are deploying battery storage at scale. The session will be moderated and led by California’s largest VPP company with over 53,000 customers and

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00:54:40

Unveiling the Future of HVAC and Indoor Air Quality

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/11/03

Panasonic OASYS™ Concept Home Sets a New Standard for Whole Home WellnessPanasonic recently introduced its revolutionary OASYS™ Whole Home Air Quality Management Solution through the launch of the first-ever Panasonic OASYS Concept Home in Houston, TX. This milestone project, showcases how advanced HVAC technology can transform indoor environments, delivering superior comfort, energy efficiency, and wellness. The Concept Home has also earned the prestigious Indoor airPLUS certification from the U.S

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00:59:08

Healthier Homes Begin with Healthier Building Materials

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/27

Science-based methods that link the chemical contents of building products with human and environmental health hazards have become well-established over the past decade. Product ingredient disclosures that report this information, as well as information tools to select products with desired health characteristics, are now affordable and easy-to-use by any design project team member, without the need for advanced training. This session will explain the industry standard methodology of the Health

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00:54:02

Achieving High Performance with a Code-Designed Project

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/27

Conversation with Sean ContaWe all know that the right way to build a high performance, low carbon home starts in the design phase, right? Early and careful planning, research, estimating and coordinating with trades during design is the way to achieve the project goals. But wait, what if we land a project that has already been designed and permitted? And what if, for example, the plans are missing any sort of HVAC or water heating information and essentially just meet code? Can we still do high

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01:04:49

Trusted, Booked, Referred: The Marketing Shift...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/27

Conversation with Christopher SalemIt’s not enough to simply offer great craftsmanship. High-performance builders often face the challenge of standing out in a crowded market and converting leads into loyal clients. Too many struggle with marketing that doesn't truly resonate with their target audience, leaving them chasing after business instead of attracting it effortlessly.This webinar will help you unlock the marketing strategies that transform your business from invisible to irresistible

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01:00:29

The Sustainability Waters Have Gotten a Bit...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/23

Sustainability progress in the residential market has been tremendous over the past decade, but current federal deregulation actions are posing significant new challenges for continued progress. Building codes, energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization are specific areas facing new headwinds as result of current federal actions. While these regulatory actions may seek to halt progress in these areas, many organizations are continuing to advance their sustainability goals as part of a

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01:33:39

EEBA Legends - Opening Summit Panel

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/16

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

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00:45:27

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

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/10

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

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00:57:53

Rapid Recovery: Western North Carolina Industrialized...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/08

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

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01:02:24

Increasing Efficiency and Customer Satisfaction by...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/10/02

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.

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00:34:17

High Performance Heat Pumps for Next-Gen Homes

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/08/20

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

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01:14:41

Transform Your Projects with Panelized Construction

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/07/16

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

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00:51:19

Building Peace of Mind and Longer Lasting Energy...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/07/10

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.

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00:50:36

Smart Thermostats for Builders

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/07/01

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

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01:11:58

Unlocking the 3-in-1 Heat Pump Solution

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/06/25

An introduction to the Daikin Altherma air-to-water heat pump, a 3-in-1 system providing 1) space heating, 2) space cooling, and 3) domestic hot water as a solution to electrify and decarbonize traditional hydronic applications.Learning Objectives:1) Why Daikin is bringing Altherma to the market;2) What the system is and how it works, including some case histories;3) Understand potential applications and discuss how this can be applied in new construction;4) Familiarization with the (initial)

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00:32:05

A Last Minute Change to the Reconciliation Bill could...

Better Homes, Better Future ·

2025/06/05

Last minute changes to the Reconciliation Bill stand to wipe out Investment Tax Credits for new home buyers and threaten over 300,000 jobs across the country. Learn how homebuyers and the building sector will be impacted and what you can do to help protect American energy.What you’ll learn:Which states will face the greatest job lossesHow this will impact our utility billsIncreases to the total cost of home ownershipEnvironmental impactsWhat actions you can take to stop Congress from passing the

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