B4 Conference
The Better Buildings: Better Business (B4) Conference provides one central hub where builders, suppliers, manufacturers, contractors and the industry can find out what they need to know to stay current and ahead of trends. The conference is powered on an annual basis by the Wisconsin Builders Foundation & Slipstream.
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Frequently Asked Questions
Who should attend? Builders, remodelers, architects, building performance consultants, code officials, contractors, designers, educators, government officials, home inspectors, HVAC contractors, realtors, renewable energy contractors, manufacturers, multifamily owners and managers, researchers, students, suppliers, utility representatives, weatherization specialists...and anyone involved in the residential building community.
What credits are available? Credits are generally offered by the following accreditation organizations:
American Institute of Architects (AIA)
American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI)
Building Performance Institute (BPI)
National Association of Home Builders (NAHB)
National Association of the Remodeling Industry (NARI)
Passive House Institute US (PHIUS)
Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) – RESNET is an education sponsor of the conference
Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services (WI-DSPS)
Note that sessions will not be pre-approved for GBCI credits this year; however, if you believe the content is applicable to your credential, you can self-report credits. Some sessions are still being reviewed by additional accreditation organizations.
What topics will be covered? The following topics will be covered:
Air sealing and insulating techniques
Basic building science
Building science research and emerging technologies
Business development strategies
Codes and standards
High performance HVAC systems: installation, service and sizing
Indoor air quality
New construction practices
Remodeling practices
Solar electric systems
Sustainable architecture and compact design