March Sustainable Building Monthly

Type: In Person
Category: Learn
Solution Areas: Buildings Electrification
Regions: Portland Metro Area

March 10, 2026
5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Cost: Free

151 SW 1st Ave suite 300
Portland, OR
97204

About the event

Hydronic HVAC design Opportunities vs Conventional Heat Pump Systems

Join us for a deep-dive into low-load strategies for combined hydronic heating, cooling, and domestic hot water in high-performance homes, led by Robert Benjamin, CEO & Founder of Aris Hydronics. This session will explore core first-principal concepts, like why water’s thermal properties create major advantages over air, while comparing hydronic system opportunities to conventional heat pump approaches. Featuring project examples, system design insights, and a look at next-generation air-to-water applications, this presentation offers practical guidance for designers, builders, and energy professionals.

Presenter: Robert Benjamin, Aris Hydronics

A collaboration by:
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ZERO Coalition

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Oregon Climate Action Hub (ORCAH)