Efficiency First California

BayREN C&S Training: How the Energy Code Treats Electrification
2023-08-09 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles)
The 2022 Energy Code supports electrification to reduce greenhouse gas emissions. Electric appliances such as heat pump water heaters, heat pump space conditioners, and induction cooktops are impacted by different aspects of the building code as well as planning and zoning. With increased incentives and reach codes driving toward electrification, the projects submitted for permits may vary from previous business as usual upgrades. This class will focus on the energy and green building codes for residential as it relates to different electrification technologies. Topics Covered: Discuss the current electrification landscape, learn about common technologies under an all -electric design, understand the opportunities to reduce emissions and how the 2022 Energy Code and other codes applies to all electric buildings.

Breaking Barriers - Energy Friendly Permitting
2023-08-09 14:00 - 16:00
Energy efficiency and electrification projects have become a focus across the state. Permitting is a necessary step to ensure we are meeting our goals, but is also a significant barrier. In this virtual forum, we will have speakers share best practices and strategies for permitting processes, which may include transitioning to online permitting, virtual inspection, energy friendly permit programs, and more. Speakers will also address common challenges to permitting for electrification, e.g. setbacks, noise levels, panel sizing/utility pushback. Join 3C-REN in identifying obstacles, solutions, and resources for our region through facilitated discussion.
