Conference Sponsorship & Donations

Thank you to our sponsors

The Cold Climate Conference would not be possible without the generous support of our sponsors.

Presenting Sponsors

BetterBuiltNW

BetterBuiltNW is committed to accelerating the adoption of the most energy-efficient building practices in residential new construction. By providing free technical support, training, and resources.

BetterBuiltNW helps Northwest residential building professionals stay ahead of rapidly changing technologies, regulations, codes, and trends. BetterBuiltNW is a core component of the Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance's (NEEA) Residential New Construction Program.

BetterBuiltNW is proud to sponsor the inaugural Cold Climate Conference to support and promote energy-efficient home building in the region.

Cornerstone Management Services

Cornerstone Management Services (CMS) is a Big Sky-based exterior envelope contractor specializing in roofing, cold roof systems, waterproofing, and siding.

For 20 years, we’ve built in Montana's most demanding mountain environment, where snow, ice, moisture, wildfire exposure, and extreme temperatures shape how we build. We combine field experience, building science, and quality craftsmanship to create durable, high-performing exterior systems.

“After 20 years of building in Big Sky, we know there is always more to learn. We’re proud to support the Cold Climate Conference as it brings our industry together to share knowledge, build better, and invest in Montana’s next generation.” — Paul Williamson, Cornerstone Management Services

Session Sponsors

  • Arctic Heat Pumps provides high-efficiency air-to-water heat pump systems for residential and commercial applications. Our cold-climate systems deliver hydronic heating, cooling, and domestic hot water, integrating with radiant floors, fan coils, and air handlers to provide efficient, all-electric comfort in even the coldest climates. Nathan Iltis is the manufacturer's representative for MT, ID, OR, WA, and CA. He also represents Stiebel Eltron, SunEarth solar thermal panels, and EcoWarm boards

    “I'm proud to sponsor the Cold Climate Conference because it brings together the people advancing practical, high-performance solutions for heating and building in cold climates.”

    — Nathan Iltis, Territory Sales Manager, Arctic Heat Pumps

  • Larch Creek Builders specialize in construction of high performance buildings with a focus on building science and craftsmanship. We are Certified Passive House Tradespersons and can act as general contractors as well as carpentry subcontractors for other outfits.

    “We are proud to support the Cold Climate Conference because we want to help encourage the design and building of the best-performing structures possible in our community”

    - Ted Tetrault, Larch Creek Builders

Sponsor the Conference

Support the future of building science in the Northern Rockies while connecting with builders, architects, engineers, and other industry professionals.

We're looking for sponsors to help make the Cold Climate Conference a success. We have a variety of sponsorship opportunities for organizations of all sizes. The conference is the first initiative of the newly formed Elevated Building Science Association, and all proceeds support student trades programs at Bozeman and Gallatin High Schools, helping invest in the next generation of skilled tradespeople and building professionals in Montana.

Make a Donation

Donations of all sizes help us put on the Cold Climate Conference and advance the mission of the Elevated Building Science Association. Every contribution supports the conference, with proceeds benefiting student trades programs at Bozeman and Gallatin High Schools.

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Sponsorship Opportunities

    • Recognition as the sponsor of one conference session

    • Logo displayed before the session, on the conference website/materials

    • One complimentary conference registration, plus one additional registration for each additional $500 contributed. 

    • Higher-level sponsors receive priority when selecting sessions, including keynote sponsorship opportunities.

    • Recognition as the sponsor of either the Weatherization Training Center tour or the MSU Heat Plant and Utility Tunnel tour. (Two sponsorships available, one for each)

    • Logo displayed on event signage and on the conference website and materials

    • (1) complimentary conference registration

    • Recognition as the sponsor of the conference keynote speaker

    • Logo displayed before the keynote and on the conference website and materials

    • (1) complimentary conference registration

    • Recognition as the sponsor of a conference lunch (One sponsorship available)

    • Logo displayed on lunch signage and on the conference website and materials

    • (1) complimentary conference registration

    • Prominent recognition during the conference dinner and panel discussion on Monday at the Rialto and the Building Science and Beer Dinner on Tuesday. (Two sponsorships available, one for each dinner)

    • Logo placement on dinner signage, conference website/materials

    • Four complimentary conference registrations.

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