A free workshop for Participating Jurisdictions, Community Housing Development Organizations, Public Housing Authorities, Native American Tribal Entities, and housing sponsors and managers

Space is limited. Register early to reserve a spot!

When:

Tuesday, September 16

8:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m. (Lunch on your own)

Wednesday, September 17

8:00 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. (Lunch on your own)

Day One: Tuesday, September 16, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Part I: Getting the Basics Rights

Why Energy Efficiency?
Arizona Department of Energy

A discussion on key energy efficiency specifications and quality assurance practices that should be incorporated into housing programs, plans, construction and rehabilitation.

Getting the Basics Right
Arizona Department of Commerce Energy Office
A review of problems that consistently arise in incorporating energy efficiency in new construction and existing homes.

HUD Energy Efficiency Manual Standards for Arizona
ICF International
A resource for increasing the energy performance of HOME assisted housing

Part II: Incentives, Renewables, and Green Building

Arizona Energy Efficiency and Renewable Incentive Programs
Arizona Public Services
Information on energy efficiency and renewable energy programs

A Solar PV Model for Single Family Rehabilitation
GRID Alternatives
Discussion of a landmark solar installation and financing partnership model involving local governmental entities

Local Codes and Ordinances Affecting Renewables
City of Scottsdale, AZ
An overview of local experience with residential green building codes and standards

What is Green?
U.S. Green Building Council and Habitat for Humanity

An overview of the core elements and standards of green building, rating systems, and the application of LEED standards in Arizona affordable housing projects

Day Two: Wednesday, September 17, 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Part III: Energy Partnership, Products, and Building Program Capacity

Building Linkages with the Arizona Weatherization Program

Arizona Energy Office, Arizona Public Services, and Arizona Intertribal Council

A discussion panel on partnerships established through the Arizona Weatherization Program

ENERGY STAR Bulk Purchasing

Department of Housing and Urban Development

An explanation of how to bulk purchase ENERGY STAR products using the web-based tool, www.QuantityQuotes.Net

Energy Performance Contracting

Department of Housing and Urban Development

An overview of the use and application of energy performance contracting by public agencies and housing providers

Building Energy Program Capacity

Department of Energy, Sandia National Labs, the American Indian Policy Institute at Arizona Statue University, and Department of Housing and Urban Development

A discussion of programs and services provided by the Department of Energy and other organizations to develop energy programs in Indian Country

Part IV: Green Building and Renewables Best Practices

Best Practices: Renewable Projects in Indian Country

Navaho Tribal Utility Authority and the Arizona Department of Commerce

Energy Office

A presentation on innovative programs initiated by the Navajo Tribal Utility Authority and Arizona Rural and Tribal Electrification project to install renewable energy on tribal housing.

Green Building Products and Practices

ASU Stardust Center, Green Ideas, FlexCrete Building Systems, Inc., and Arizona Cool Roof Council

A moderated discussion on best practices and key products for Green Building

Presentations are subject to change. Please check the registration website for workshop updates.

Cost:

The workshop is provided free of charge by HUD. Participants are responsible for their own meal arrangements and, if necessary, lodging arrangements. There is no hotel room block available for this workshop.

Contact:

For more information about registration contact:

Joe West

602-379-7170

Joseph.A.West@hud.gov

For more information about workshop presentations contact:

Wayne Waite

775-824-3707

wayne.w.waite@hud.gov