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ACI NATIONAL ATTENDEES
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Considering Permaculture…
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A. Tamasin Sterner's Discussions
Combustion Appliance Testing Can Be Easy if You Understand What and Why You Are Testing
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Lots of energy auditors, inspectors, HVAC folks, and air sealers are confused about how, when, and why it is important to test combustion appliances. They often don't know what the test is supposed…Continue
Started this discussion. Last reply by Tim Phillips Dec 2, 2010.
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Andrew Aliferis joined A. Tamasin Sterner's group
Dear Occupant:
What conditions were present when a customer had an Aha moment? What made the communication successful? Please share your successes here so we can all learn. 'Cause we know that houses don't use energy. People Do! See More
Sean Skorton joined A. Tamasin Sterner's groupDear Occupant:
What conditions were present when a customer had an Aha moment? What made the communication successful? Please share your successes here so we can all learn. 'Cause we know that houses don't use energy. People Do! See More
A. Tamasin Sterner commented on Allison A. Bailes III's blog post Words That Turn Home Energy Pros Into Building Science Dorks"So right on, thanks for the reminder. I also find this to be true: Use "more" and "less" rather than "higher" and "lower" when talking about pressure or moisture or temperature. And…"
A. Tamasin Sterner replied to Paul Raymer's discussion Protecting presentations in the group Trainers and Mentors"Paul - We know what you mean. Lately, our presentations are a mixed media show and PowerPoint is only part of the information/education. So, it won't help anyone to see the slides without seeing the entire presentation. In…"
Scott Hirsch joined A. Tamasin Sterner's groupDear Occupant:
What conditions were present when a customer had an Aha moment? What made the communication successful? Please share your successes here so we can all learn. 'Cause we know that houses don't use energy. People Do! See More
A. Tamasin Sterner commented on Jennifer Luitwieler's group ACI NATIONAL ATTENDEES"Dale, 4 of my staff got sick right after the conference and I just got sick yesterday with a fever and cough and cold."
Rana Belshe joined A. Tamasin Sterner's groupDear Occupant:
What conditions were present when a customer had an Aha moment? What made the communication successful? Please share your successes here so we can all learn. 'Cause we know that houses don't use energy. People Do! See More
A. Tamasin Sterner replied to Paul Raymer's discussion CO Testing for BPI in the group Tools of the Trade"In the BA Standards under review. You'll find what is planned. These standards are not what folks are expected to know, follow, and test under however. We're just looking ahead."
A. Tamasin Sterner posted an eventPure Energy - Training and Testing in Support of BPI Building Analyst Professional Certification at Pure Energy Coach
March 12, 2012 at 9am to March 16, 2012 at 5pm
Pure Energy Coach continues to deliver its continuing education programs at its Lancaster training center. This four-day course incorporates classroom lectures, as well as demonstrations with an emphasis on student interaction during lab exercises. One day of testing is included in the fee.When: March 12-16, 2012Four days of classroom and field training and mentoringOne day for BPI Building Analyst Professional written examWho Should Attend:Energy Auditors and Building AnalystsHome Performance…See More
A. Tamasin Sterner replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Insulating floors above basements with fuel-fired boilers\furnaces."In PA, where basements are rarely cooler than 55 degrees, insulating basement ceilings is typically a waste of money and time. The Delta T is small. Insulating the ceilings of ventilated crawl spaces makes sense."
A. Tamasin Sterner replied to Paul Raymer's discussion CO Testing for BPI in the group Tools of the Trade"Paul, Thank you for writing this clear description of the issue and the testing protocol. Question: What is the Action Level for CO-AF for natural draft appliances and gas ranges, and what is the recommended Action? Thank…"
Craig McManus joined A. Tamasin Sterner's groupDear Occupant:
What conditions were present when a customer had an Aha moment? What made the communication successful? Please share your successes here so we can all learn. 'Cause we know that houses don't use energy. People Do! See More
A. Tamasin Sterner posted a blog postAre You in PA, NJ, or DE? Do You Plan to Become a BPI Testing Center?
I'm wanting to assess which tri-state BPI Affiliates are becoming BPI Testing Centers. And, in order to not over flood the area with too many Testing Centers, I'm looking to pool resources. We have 25 test computers. This will keep costs down. If you are becoming a Test Center, or if you know an entity that is, please share that infomation. It will be public soon enough. I'm also wanting to assess the need for traveling Proctors. If you need Proctors, please share that information too. …See More
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Are You in PA, NJ, or DE? Do You Plan to Become a BPI Testing Center?
I'm wanting to assess which tri-state BPI Affiliates are becoming BPI Testing Centers. And, in order to not over flood the area with too many Testing Centers, I'm looking to pool resources. We have 25 test computers. This will keep costs down. If you are becoming a Test Center, or if you know an entity that is, please share that infomation. It will be public soon enough. I'm also wanting to assess the need for traveling Proctors. If you need Proctors, please share that information…
ContinuePosted on January 15, 2012 at 8:22pm
Health Issues Caused By Insulation Products
Does anyone know anyone who has had decreased health due to the installation of insulation materials? I've been emailing back and forth with a man who had Atticat loose fill installed in two exterior walls. He claims the odor is persisting and has developed teeth gnashing.
Posted on October 11, 2011 at 4:27am — 2 Comments
Q & A with A. Tamasin Sterner on her Women's Energy Auditing course in Montana
This is a great field for women. And there are far too few women in the industry. I want that to change.
In our Women's Energy Auditing course women will learn how to improve their health, the health of their family, and the health of others. They will be able to do this because they will learn skills needed to properly understand, avoid, and fix problems that make buildings fall apart, like moisture and mold, which causes health problems for many people...
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ContinuePosted on September 16, 2011 at 7:46am — 5 Comments
What's Happening in the Industry, 101
State_Of_Our_Industry_Final2.pptx
Here's hoping this slide show might assist those of you who administer programs. It can be confusing!
Posted on August 30, 2011 at 4:06pm
Comment Wall (3 comments)
- At 11:22am on April 4, 2011,
Leslie McDowell, BPI said…
- Not according to the august panel of judges on March 4, who took about 90 seconds into the conference call to unanimously vote for you out of a field of 13 contenders!
- At 5:33am on March 29, 2011,
John Poole said… - Thanks very much for joining our Historic Home group. Hope you find it interesting!
- At 4:34pm on November 14, 2010,
Carol A. Markell said… - so I just said 'hello' to Tamasin Sterner from Mt. are there 2 of you? I'm confused
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George Kopf posted a discussionMisting Aeroseal in Pressurized Home = Amazing Air Sealing Innovation
As a training program manager for a non-profit, I am often too busy managing my program to catch…See More
Dennis Heidner replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"Ben, the German highway system concept actually started BEFORE Nazi Germany during the…"
Stan Kuhn replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"You note overheating on the south side (naturally.) Assuming the typical roof overhang of…"
Patrick Michaelyan replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"Thanks a lot Ed. And thanks to all who have added their two cents.
I think I know where to take…"
Ed Minch replied to Patrick Michaelyan's discussion Hot Upper Stories"We have successfully treated this same problem in perhaps 1000 of this same house in the…"
Craig Savage commented on Craig Savage's video
What is a Heat Pump Water Heater
"Hello Tom
We are working with A.O. Smith, GE and Stiebel Eltron on a Building America task to…"
Tom Delconte commented on Craig Savage's videoWhat is a Heat Pump Water Heater
"Craig: I was serious, since my propane price jumped from .98 to 1.85! according to everyone the GE…"
Ben Jacobs replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"I think that government support for good ideas results in major benefits over the long haul.
Please…"
Craig Savage commented on Craig Savage's videoWhat is a Heat Pump Water Heater
"Hello Tom
Not sure if you are being sarcastic, but a serious answer would be that GE is selling…"
Tom Delconte commented on Craig Savage's videoWhat is a Heat Pump Water Heater
"Craig: do you have a diagram of one that will run longer than one year? They don't really seem…"
Cory Chovanec replied to Bachi Brunato's discussion Boxing and Insulating Around Non-ICAT Cans"All good points brought up. My advice is not to leave the lights. When you said halogen I think…"
Jon Haehnel replied to Jose Macho's discussion Why Are Energy-Saving Home Inprovements Down??"The first 2 answers by Tom and Sean jive with my thinking and experience. Thank you Don for…"
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