Fundamentals of Facility Energy Retrofitting Class February 2, 2010

Fundamentals of Facility Energy Retrofitting Class

The University of New Mexico, Division of Continuing Education introduces an energy retrofitting class for contractors, facility managers, and designers involved in the WIRED targeted industry of Green Building construction. The class costs $99 for 24 hours, February 2-18 on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 1pm-5pm. Partners in the development of this curriculum include UNM’s School of Engineering, the Associated General Contractors of New Mexico (AGC), the Associated Builders and Contractors of New Mexico, (ABC), and the Mechanical Contractors Association of New Mexico (MCA).
This class is made possible by grant number WR-16380-07-60-A-35 from the United States Department of Labor and a sub-award from the State of New Mexico, Department of Workforce solutions.

Whether you are a contractor, a facility manager or designer, energy efficiency for your commercial property is of foremost importance to you. Retrofitting your existing property with energy efficient materials enhances the value of your commercial building, lowers overall maintenance costs as well creates jobs in the green energy construction field. Understand how to evaluate existing buildings to maximize energy retrofitting possibilities. Through a case study method learn ways to create a successful retrofit plan that incorporates critical components of energy efficient buildings, cost estimates and post project evaluation. Gain an understanding of possible funding sources for your energy retrofitting plan.

For more information contact: Marie McGhee at 505-277-0723 or mmcghee@unm.edu. Register online at dce.unm.edu or call 505-277-0077.

Official Website: http://dce.unm.edu