Green Summit Strengthens Building Performance Practice with New Experts and Innovations

Green Summit Expands Its National Building Performance Practice

In a strategic move to enhance its national building performance and compliance practice, Green Summit has welcomed a talented group of former Florida Solar Energy Center (FSEC) staff along with notable leaders in the fields of building science, quality assurance, and professional education. This expansion signals a significant commitment to advancing the quality and effectiveness of residential building performance practices across the nation.

Key Additions and Expertise

Among the new hires are industry veterans Dave Chasar, P.E., Tei Kucharski, and Donard "Donnie" Metzger. Collectively, they bring over 70 years of extensive experience covering domains such as energy codes, diagnostic testing, and HERS® Ratings. Their backgrounds in workforce training, solar technologies, and battery systems significantly bolster Green Summit’s capability to offer comprehensive building performance solutions. Jonathan D. Stowers, President of Green Summit, emphasized the importance of the assembled team, stating, "We are translating decades of experience in building science, education, and emerging technologies into measurable value for our clients and industry."

Collaboration with the University of Central Florida

Another notable aspect of this expansion is Green Summit’s official approval as a RESNET Rating Provider. This positions the company to engage more deeply with the University of Central Florida (UCF) on a significant project, the Photovoltaic Powered, Grid Enhanced Mechanical Solution (PV-GEMS). This DOE-funded initiative aims to demonstrate innovative residential retrofit platforms by integrating high-efficiency space conditioning, water heating, solar generation, battery storage, and advanced controls, showcasing Green Summit’s commitment to advancing energy performance through emerging technologies.

Comprehensive Support and Quality Assurance

In its role, Green Summit will provide site-readiness reviews, contractor coordination, energy modeling, and robust technical support through their partnership with UCF. They are tasked with ensuring technical QA/QC and commissioning of data-logging systems, which will play a crucial role in validating energy performance metrics during baseline and post-installation evaluations. This collaboration aims to aggregate findings that could potentially inform utilities, manufacturers, and regulatory agencies about electrification and energy storage solutions.

Quality Assurance at the Core

As a RESNET Rating Provider, Green Summit prioritizes integrated quality assurance measures from the start of any project. Key initiatives include detailed documentation through multipoint blower-door testing, electronic diagnostic records, and comprehensive training for affiliated HERS Raters. The company also plans to introduce AI-assisted review processes, designed to identify inconsistencies and enhance the accuracy of project submissions.

Kucharski notes the importance of quality assurance: "It should be an integral part of our workflows from the outset. When we implement repeatable testing protocols and maintain comprehensive records, we drive better outcomes and increase client satisfaction."

Training and Development

Training promises to be another cornerstone of the expansion. Green Summit recognizes the need for ongoing education regarding energy code changes, testing mandates, high-performance HVAC systems, and distributed energy resources. Their initiative will include collaborations with software developers, manufacturers, and industry partners, focusing on improving how these advancing technologies are incorporated into energy modeling and training for professionals.

About Green Summit

Based in Cocoa Beach, Florida, Green Summit is not only a RESNET Rating Provider but also a Cherokee-TERO certified consulting partner. The company specializes in compliance solutions regarding specialty tax credits and incentives, focusing on building performance best practices. By continuously striving to enhance operational performance and promote sustainable growth, Green Summit is committed to adding value to its clients and the broader industry. For more information on their initiatives and services, visit Green Summit.