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SUMMARY:Heat Pump Fundamentals: Space Conditioning and Water Heating – Class 5: High Performance Fundamentals Series
DESCRIPTION:This is class 5 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class. This series will be hosted twice throughout 2023. Having gained a solid understanding of high-performance building enclosures from classes 1 through 3 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals series\, participants are well-prepared for this class\, which will provide a foundation in the use of heat pumps for both space conditioning (heating and cooling) and water heating. The class will cover what a heat pump is and explain why heat pumps are essential elements of high performance buildings. Special attention will be paid to refrigerants: how heat pumps use them\, how to avoid leaks through proper installation\, and why it’s important to avoid leaks due to the damage they can cause to contractor profitability and the planet. An overview will be provided to aid in selecting\, sizing\, installing\, and commissioning heat pump equipment\, so that it performs as intended.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/heat-pump-fundamentals-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-class-5-high-performance-fundamentals-series/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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SUMMARY:SGIP HPWH Handbook Workshop
DESCRIPTION:During this public workshop\, the Self-Generation Incentive Program (SGIP) heat pump water heater (HPWH) Program team will provide an overview of the Program design and rules as detailed in the SGIP HPWH Handbook and gather feedback. A substantial portion of the meeting time will be devoted to audience Q&A.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/sgip-hpwh-handbook-workshop/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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SUMMARY:Climate Smart Webinar: Single-Family Home Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Presented by EFCA Treasurer Sean Armstrong of Redwood Energy: The City of San José\, in partnership with Redwood Energy\, is holding a series of webinars to educate residents\, contractors\, developers\, property owners and managers on a variety of electrification topics. This is Webinar 4: Single-Family Home Electrification. Come learn about how to electrify homes at every scale\, from mobile homes to mansions\, from cozy ADUs and humble cottages. Every type of heating system\, water heater\, stove\, laundry dryer\, swimming pool\, sauna\, fireplace\, or fire pit can be replaced with an electric equivalent. Come dig into the details of your future home project\, as you clean up the air in your home\, community\, and the world.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/climate-smart-webinar-single-family-home-electrification/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Building Decarbonization Coalition,Energy Code Ace,Home Performance with Energy Star,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230606T090000
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SUMMARY:Overcoming Roadblocks to Residential Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Globally\, the scientific community agrees that we must reduce carbon emissions to significantly reduce the impact of global warming. In the US\, buildings account for 40% of carbon emissions. In this class\, Steve Easley focuses on the top roadblocks and solutions for a timelier transition to decarbonization and electrification. For wide scale electrification to happen in a timely manner it will have to happen from the customer side of the meter. This class will address how best to make this a cost-effective reality. The challenge is the localized electrical grid capacity is in no way ready for mass electrification. There simply isn’t enough localized grid storage or grid capacity for homes\, for homes to have electric heat\, water heating\, cooking\, and vehicle charging. This class will address practical solutions. The class will focus on the design\, construction practices\, and technologies that will provide the best pathway for electrification of homes. \n 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/overcoming-roadblocks-to-residential-electrification/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,National Comfort Institute,Pacific Gas & Electric,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230607T090000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Variable Capacity Heat Pumps\, Improved Comfort and Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:This content offers an introduction to variable capacity heat pumps (VCHP) for contractors who are not yet familiar with this type of HVAC equipment. It begins by defining the type and continues by describing the intended benefits of VCHPs compared to earlier models of heat pumps. Participants take away important knowledge about VCHPs as well as an understanding of where to take their HVAC learning next. They will learn a simple classification strategy to help select the type of VCHP to use on their projects.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-variable-capacity-heat-pumps-improved-comfort-and-energy-efficiency/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230612T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230612T090000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Heat Pump Water Heater Education 2023 ONLINE TRAININGS PRESENTED BY TECH CLEAN CALIFORNIA & ESMAC
DESCRIPTION:Join TECH Clean California and ENERGY STAR® HPWH Manufacturer Action Council for a live webinar session focused on HPWH technology features and benefits\, appropriate applications\, energy efficiency comparison to other water heater types\, installation techniques and best practices\, service support and warranty\, proper maintenance\, troubleshooting\, and selling strategies.For more info and to register.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-heat-pump-water-heater-education-2023-online-trainings-presented-by-tech-clean-california-esmac-6/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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SUMMARY:Climate Smart Webinar: Home Electrification Service Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Presented by EFCA Treasurer Sean Armstrong of Redwood Energy: The City of San José\, in partnership with Redwood Energy\, is holding a series of webinars to educate residents\, contractors\, developers\, property owners and managers on a variety of electrification topics. This is Webinar 5: Home Electrification Service Upgrades. Home electrification can sometimes trigger an electric utility service upgrade\, which can cost $2\,500 – $30\,000 and take 2 – 18 months to complete. Come learn what types of properties may need a service upgrade and what is involved in an upgrade. We’ll also discuss how to avoid an upgrade with energy efficiency\, 120V appliances\, clipping solar inverters\, and load balancing “smart” plugs\, subpanels\, and whole house panels. With a little planning you can save a great deal of time and money.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/climate-smart-webinar-home-electrification-service-upgrades/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20230620T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20230620T113000
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SUMMARY:Cost-Effective Approaches for Energy Efficient Remodels
DESCRIPTION:There are 82 million detached single-family homes in the US\, and according to the US Energy Information Administration\, there are 6.8 million in California. The average cost of energy in US households is about $2\,060 per year according to Energy Star with nearly half of that money going to heating and cooling. The average home also adds 7.5 tons of greenhouse gasses each year. Steve Easley will draw upon his building science consulting experience to illustrate the most cost-effective\, best practices measures to reduce energy use in the home. Steve prioritizes the energy-saving decisions and explains the best products and practices for insulation\, windows\, water heating\, lighting\, and HVAC system.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/cost-effective-approaches-for-energy-efficient-remodels/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,BAYREN,Building Decarbonization Coalition,Energy Code Ace,Home Performance with Energy Star,National Comfort Institute,Pacific Gas & Electric,Southern California Edison,Switch is On,TECH Clean California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20230628T090000
DTSTAMP:20260409T051037
CREATED:20230321T231207Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230502T025734Z
UID:60444-1687935600-1687942800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Heat Pump Water Heater Education 2023 ONLINE TRAININGS PRESENTED BY TECH CLEAN CALIFORNIA & ESMAC
DESCRIPTION:Join TECH Clean California and ENERGY STAR® HPWH Manufacturer Action Council for a live webinar session focused on HPWH technology features and benefits\, appropriate applications\, energy efficiency comparison to other water heater types\, installation techniques and best practices\, service support and warranty\, proper maintenance\, troubleshooting\, and selling strategies. For more info and to register.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-heat-pump-water-heater-education-2023-online-trainings-presented-by-tech-clean-california-esmac-7/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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