Industry Webinars

Kick off the new year with a course on building science and construction. Whether you are a homeowner who wants to boost your DIY skills or a professional looking to stay informed, there are many opportunities in Maine to increase your knowledge in modern approaches to residential construction. Hear from three Maine organizations that are leading the way in providing education in this space. Join us to learn about their programs and other opportunities to increase your homebuilding and construction skillset. + Anna Heath, project manager at Maine Passive House and founder of We Built This + Christy Crocker, executive director at Maine Indoor Air Quality Council, offering the Residential Construction Training series + Randy Rand, training director at passivhausMAINE

Practical Climate Action Measures with Enda Geoghegan, Teagasc Ballina and a discussion by Gabriel Trayers, Teagasc Tuam with Teagasc Signpost farmer Cathal Irwin on how his farm is adopting on farm measures. Winter Management of flocks by Damian Costello and Preparing for Lambing by John Walsh, Teagasc Ballina. An update on the Fair Deal Scheme by Deborah Dwyer, Citizens Information Service and Preparing for Succession Planning by James McDonnell, Farm Management Specialist Teagasc. An update on the Nitrates Directive by Ronan Mulligan, Teagasc Claremorris and Spring Grassland Management by John McCabe, Teagasc Tuam. Spring Management of Dairy Calf to Beef Animals by Tommy Cox, Teagasc DairyBeef 500 programme and an update on SCEP and other suckler related topics by Alan Nolan, Teagasc Ballinrobe. The benefits of Agricultural Education by Padraig Walsh, Teagasc Ballina and an Overview of TAMS 3 by Austin Callaghan, Teagasc Claremorris.

Euro Manganese Q4 and Year-End 2023 Conference Call

This session will share easy to grow crops and tips and tricks to maximize your container vegetable gardening

In this month’s webinar, instructor Bob Jennings discusses pump curves and how to optimize pumps to their system to achieve energy savings.

Please join us for a free webinar summarizing key findings from Berkeley Lab’s recently published report, “Residential Solar-Adopter Income and Demographic Trends: 2023 Update.” The report, the latest in an annual series, describes income and other socio-economic trends among U.S. residential rooftop solar adopters. This latest edition is based on household level data for more than 3.4 million residential solar adopters across the country, with systems installed through 2022. With its unique size, geographic scope, and level of detail, this report is intended to serve as a foundational reference document for policy-makers, industry stakeholders, and researchers. We appreciate the funding support of the U.S. Department of Energy’s Solar Energy Technologies Office.

Re-engineering the classic look of brick and wood facades with prefabricated resin cast shapes that are durable, lightweight, easy to install, and offer the same curb appeal as natural brick or wood. This course examines the wood and brick aesthetic of resin cast shapes and demonstrates their sustainability and performance qualities. Case studies of noteworthy projects will illustrate the superior form and function of this Next Level Cladding alternative. Learning Objectives: 1. Describe resin cast shapes and their use for sustainable cladding 2. Design the benefits and performance characteristics of resin-cast shapes 3. Increase profitability with less labor-intensive materials to install, fewer trades to coordinate, and a reduced need for skilled labor 4. Identify the design and aesthetic versatility

Dr. Robert Dietz, chief economist and Senior VP for Economics and Housing Policy for NAHB, provides an expert status check on key macro issues affecting the economy and the housing industry, from productivity and inflation, interest rates and Fed policy, the state of construction labor, and market sentiment among housing professionals. The presentation includes a LIVE Q+A session for attendees!

As a retailer or brand selling your consumer products into the global marketplace, you know how challenging is to stay up to date on the complex legislations impacting your products.Chemical regulations in particular are constantly evolving to protect people and the environment. You must meet their requirements to sell safer, more sustainable products in your target markets.

Join to hear guest speakers from the farming community share their practical tips and insights into how anyone working in farming can prioritise mental health and wellbeing on a daily basis.