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Request For Presentation Proposals

We challenge you to submit new, interactive session ideas and content to educate stakeholders on the “how-to” of code adoption and enforcement as well as the importance of energy codes and how they impact communities, financially and structurally. These sessions will be geared towards code officials, builders, architects, engineers, HVAC professionals, government officials, policy makers, real estate agents, home inspectors and others.

GENERAL INFORMATION
Primary categories for topics being considered for the 2012 conference include: the keynote speaker, compliance & advocacy, commercial building design, residential building design, and value & practical applications. Click on the topic areas below for additional information on each track.

The general session keynote speaker must provide two sessions of 30 minutes each.

The compliance and advocacy presentations should focus on building code legislation and enforcement.

The commercial building design sessions should provide information on commercial building design, R-values and efficiency requirements.

The residential building design presentations should cover green building, envelope tightness and review typical house designs.

Value and practical application topics should include real estate advantages of selling energy efficient homes and review of the codes for HVAC contractors.

GENERAL SESSION KEYNOTE SPEAKER (2 sessions- 30 minute maximum for each presentation)

The importance and value of codes: How all of the stakeholders can work together to ensure best practices, code compliance and quality construction.
Why are codes important to the public and how do they impact your community?

COMPLIANCE AND ADVOCACY

Plan Review for residential and commercial: How to verify that the plans submitted meet the requirements of the code.
Legislative Session: Legislative Initiatives that impact building energy codes, allowing states and stakeholders better options for working with policy makers. Possible applications or adoption of energy codes related to existing buildings and proposals for imposing penalties for non-compliance with the code.
Adoption, Implementation and Compliance strategies for states: 1) Strategic stakeholder teaming 2) Deploy best training practices 3) Analysis for code advancement/adoption 4) Methodologies for compliance 5) Policy needs for support of penalties for non compliance 6) Funding toolkits for states 7) Campaigns on code awareness: facilitated group discussion on issues and strategies
Energy Code Compliance and Enforcement Best Practices: Activities that provide high impact including ways of establishing measurement and tracking protocols
Update on code implementation: strategies and technical support: what materials are needed to foster increased implementation and how it is delivered. Combined state/local implementation strategies for working with builders and providing training and tools.
What software tools are available for evaluating new codes and improving compliance?
How can coordination of code enforcement between state and local government be enhanced?
Conducting Grassroots Advocacy: How to counter negative arguments of the energy code and identify advocacy partners
Discussion of the differences between the 2009 and 2012 International Energy Conservation Code and the impact on plan reviewers, inspectors, government officials and advocates.
Stretch Codes and Green Codes - development, enforcement and impacts
Understanding the impact and code requirements regarding appropriate Manual J-load sizing, Manual S-equipment selection, and Manual D-duct.
Using the Residential Evaluation Checklist
2009 IECC Building Envelope Tightness verification and Duct Leakage Pressure Testing: Learn how to inspect/verify using testing methods.
Customer Service for Code Administration
Enforcing with Education: Explaining "why" works much better than enforcing with an "I told you so." This class should empower code enforcers to educate audiences by understanding the learning process, reviewing communication strategies and demonstrating how to overcome barriers to the learning process.

COMMERCIAL BUILDING DESIGN

Stretch Codes, Green Codes, “Net Zero Buildings and the 2012 International Green Construction code: Advantages of these “beyond” codes
2009 IECC Building Envelope Tightness verification and Duct Leakage Pressure Testing: Learn the requirements for building envelope tightness verification and duct leakage pressure testing
“How to” of the 2009 IECC: Basic overview of the code
Discussion of the differences between the 2009 and 2012 IECC: Commercial Provisions
Review of the mechanical provisions of the 2009 and the 2012 IECC(s) related to Mechanical Code requirements, Ventilation Airflow and Exhaust Airflow requirements based on occupancy classification with working examples of single zone and multi zone recirculation systems provided.
Understanding the impact and code requirements regarding appropriate Manual J-load sizing, Manual S-equipment selection, and Manual D-duct.
Review of the electrical provisions of the 2009 and 2012 commercial building IECC requirement.
Discussion of U-Values and R-Values (in general) and how misinformation impacts building compliance including : glazing (window) construction U-Values that do not include the effect of the frame, the promotion of center-of-glass U-values, continuous vs. cavity insulation R-values and the impact of stud spacing, “equivalent” R-values and the benefits and appropriate uses of reflective surfaces in our region.

RESIDENTIAL BUILDING DESIGN

Stretch Codes, Green Codes, “Net Zero Buildings and the 2012 International Green Construction code: Advantages of these “beyond” codes
Using the Residential evaluation checklist
2009 IECC Building Envelope Tightness Verification and Duct Leakage Pressure Testing: Learn the requirements for building envelope tightness verification and duct leakage pressure testing
“How to” of the 2009 IECC: Basic overview of the code
Discussion of the differences between the 2009 and 2012 IECC: Residential Provisions
Residential HVAC Design requirements of the IECC and its impact: calculating building heating and cooling loads in accordance with ACCA Manual J, equipment selection in accordance with ACCA Manual S and duct sizing in accordance with Manual D. Showing examples of a typical house design to including total heat gain and total heat loss, latent loads, sensible loads, equipment selection, and duct design. All from field inspectors and plans examiners perspective.
Review the mechanical provisions of the 2009 and the 2012 IECC(s) related to Mechanical Code requirements, Ventilation Airflow and Exhaust Airflow requirements based on occupancy classification. With working examples of single zone and multi zone recirculation systems provided.
Discussion of U-Values and R-Values (in general) and how misinformation impacts building compliance including : glazing (window) construction U-Values that do not include the effect of the frame, the promotion of center-of-glass U-values, continuous vs. cavity insulation R-values and the impact of stud spacing, “equivalent” R-values and the benefits and appropriate uses of reflective surfaces in our region.

VALUE AND PRACTICAL APPLICATIONS

For real estate professionals and home inspectors:
- The Value of Energy Codes: Why is it important for my clients, builders I work with and my community?
- Basic Energy Code Knowledge: What to ask your client and builder
- Energy Efficient Mortgages: What is required (For residential builders as well)
For HVAC contractors:
- Understanding Manual J-load sizing, Manual S-equipment selection, and Manual D-duct design to ensure proper sizing equipment and ductwork in relation to 2009 IECC, and possibly 2012 IECC
- Review of the mechanical provisions of the 2009 and the 2012 IECC(s) relate to Mechanical Code requirements, Ventilation Airflow and Exhaust Airflow requirements based on occupancy classification with working examples of single zone and multi zone recirculation systems provided.

CONTINUING EDUCATION UNITS

Presentations will be given preferential consideration if certified for CEU's:
- ASHREA or ICC Certification
- AIA CES Guidelines:
  - Health Safety Welfare: http://www.aia.org/education/ces/AIAB089080
  - Sustainable Design: http://www.aia.org/education/ces/AIAB089084
  - Learning Units: http://www.aia.org/education/ces/AIAB092253
- Continuing Education Activities for Real Estate Agents Guidelines can be found at:
  http://www.nrec.ne.gov/pdf/forms/ceproviderapppkt.pdf

Proposal Submission Deadline: May 11, 2012 NOTE: The following criteria will be used in choosing conference sessions and presenters. Do the title and abstract clearly describe the session? Is the proposed topic timely and/or appropriate? Are session outcomes clearly defined? Will this session positively contribute to the conference? Does the presentation offer hands-on / interactive information engaging attendees to implement immediately? Is this the first time the presentation has been offered in Nebraska and surrounding states? Relevance to the conference attendee demographics. Does the session spotlight latest trends, innovative ideas and encourage proactive thinking and learning? Completeness of submitted proposal. Fields with a red asterisk * are required.
* SESSION CATEGORY
	Please indicate which session category your presentation is most suited for: Keynote Compliance and Advocacy Commercial Building Design Residential Building Design Value and Practical Applications Other, please define:
* TARGET AUDIENCE
	Target Audience(s): (Check ALL appropriate boxes)
	Code Inspectors	Utility Representative
	Government Officials	Policy Makers
	Architects/Engineers	Real Estate Professionals
	General Contractors	Home Inspectors
	Homebuilders	General Session Keynote Speaker
	HVAC Contractors	Other:
* SESSION LENGTH
	How long will your session be? (including question time):
	Keynote (30 minutes)	45 minutes
	1 hour	1.5 hours
	2 hours
* CERTIFIED PRESENTATION?
	Certified Presentation: Is your presentation certified? YES NO
	By which organization? ASHRAE ICC AIA Real Estate Other:
* SESSION DESCRIPTION
	Session Description: Describe your session in a manner that will “market” your session to the participants. This description will be used to promote the session and will be included in the conference agenda on the website. (150 words maximum)
* SESSION GOALS
	Session Goals and Learning Objectives: Provide a description of what attendees will gain by participating in your session and explain the learning objectives and potential for a deeper understanding of the topic. (150 maximum words)
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MUTUAL AGREEMENT Before submitting your proposal, please read the following: Your proposal(s) will be considered only for the 2012 Energy Codes Conference. Submission does not guarantee inclusion in the conference. The Nebraska Energy Office may record its conference presentations and the recordings may be shared online. Speakers who grant the Nebraska Energy Office permission to record their presentations will be given preference in the selection process. While the exact schedule is not yet confirmed, we anticipate sessions will, on average, accommodate up to 40 or more attendees. All proposals must be individually submitted electronically. Check your submission to ensure all necessary information is provided. Proposals missing required information will result in delay and may lead to rejection. You agree to work cooperatively to refine the presentation and integrate it with other presentations as requested by advisory team. Collaborate with the Nebraska Energy Office staff on the written description of your session(s) to be included in promotional materials, as well as the format, length and level of the presentation. If selected, you will be asked to upload your master presentation and any handouts or additional files to a `cloud storage file folder' in DropBox on October 15 Noon or you can email directly to the conference coordinator. Presentations, handouts, and any other conference materials you upload will be posted to a hidden website page so conference attendees can access during and following the conference. This URL will be provided in packets. Provide a portrait with this submission. Attach electronically to submission e-mail as a separate file as a JPEG or TIF format for use in marketing materials. Do NOT insert into body of e-mail or a doc; attach as file. Refrain from using the platform, audio-visual materials or handout materials to promote your business or product, however, utilize your expertise to educate and inform attendees of best practices. The Nebraska Energy Office has the authority to reject or eliminate improper materials as deemed necessary. Conference presenters will receive a complimentary registration to the full conference. Presenters may be compensated for lodging and travel, through coordination with the Nebraska Energy Office. Presenter fees will be considered on an individual basis.
Please be patient. The submittal may take a few seconds. This material was prepared by the Nebraska Energy Office with the support of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE), State Energy Program Grant No. DE-EE0000134 funded under the American Recovery and Reinvestment Act of 2009 and State Energy Program Grant No. DE-FG26-08NT05551. However, any opinions finding conclusions or recommendations expressed herein are those of the author and do not necessarily reflect the views of DOE.