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SUMMARY:Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology\, Sales and Installation Challenges - Part 1 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis course establishes a clear value proposition for residential heat pump water heater scenarios\, while addressing key barriers to their adoption. It also provides targeted sales training to identify customers and opportunities for client-facing staff and stakeholders while delving into key installation considerations including space limitations\, noise\, condensate management\, sizing\, operational modes\, and error codes.Instructor Information: Tim Abshire \nTim Abshire is a Senior Account Manager and Certified Trainer for D+R International. Most recently he managed the Wholesale Distribution channel and was responsible for implementing Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance’s (NEEA) Hot Water Solutions Program through the wholesale and installer supply chain. Hot Water Solutions is a market transformation effort designed to promote the replacement of standard efficiency electric water heaters to heat pump water heaters. Mr. Abshire provides education\, training\, and resources to both plumbing and HVAC regional distributors along with their installer trade networks. Mr. Abshire’s background\, including utility management and wholesale distribution\, provides him with extensive knowledge and understanding of distribution operational needs and requirements. Mr. Abshire is a State Certified Heat Pump Water Heater Continuing Education Instructor in Oregon and Washington and has conducted over 250 training courses to distributor branch and installer personnel. \nAgenda: \n\nHPWH Technology Overview\nWhat is Driving the Market for HPWH’s\nPlanned Replacement Opportunities\nHPWH Marketing & Consumer Awareness\nExplain HPWH Benefits\, Overcome Objection\nHPWH Space and Location Considerations\nManaging Condensate\nHeat Pump Water Heater Sizing\nSwitching from Gas to a HPWH\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplore the technology of heat pump water heaters\nExamine the value proposition for heat pump water heaters as replacements in a variety of residential scenarios\nWalk through targeted sales training to assist in the process of identifying and qualifying customers\nUnderstand the key challenges to installation of heat pump water heaters\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHVAC Installers\nSales Professionals\nHomeowners\nDesigners\nPlumbers\nEnergy Consultants\nBuilding Contractors\n\nLearning Units: \n\nN/A\n\nLearning Level:\nIntermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link the Friday prior to the event.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-heat-pump-water-heaters-technology-sales-and-installation-challenges-part-1-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240927T100000
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SUMMARY:Energy Storage Basics (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) are the key to increasing the amount of renewables on the grid. This class will cover the basics of ESS terminology and common ESS battery chemistries\, such as lithium-ion and lead-acid. We will introduce you to the many ways that ESSs can pay off\, lower utility bills and how this helps the grid. The class will cover different ESS configurations\, such as dc-coupling and ac-coupling. We will dive into the basics of relevant codes and standards and how this affects permitting. The future may very well include a lot of 4-wheeled energy storage systems\, also known as V2G (vehicle to grid)\, since most batteries are going into cars. \nTaught by Sean White\, this class is geared towards anyone buying\, selling or installing ESSs and provides attendees with a basic technical level of understanding of ESSs. This class will also provide prerequisite and continuing education credit for NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certifications. \nInstructor Information: \nSean White \nSean White teaches customized solar PV courses for NABCEP credit globally. He is a NABCEP Associate Provider and a NABCEP Registered Continuing Education provider. Sean has authored 8 Solar PV and Energy Storage books and is always working on more. He teaches course for various entities. Sean teaches NEC workshops at SPI and Intersolar. Sean was the 2014 IREC Trainer of the year and the SNEC Online Trainer of the Decade in 2020. \nAgenda: \n\nEnergy Storage Basic Terminology\nLithium-Ion vs. Lead-Acid Batteries\nHow Energy Storage Can Lower a Utility Bill\nHow Energy Storage Helps the Grid\nAC-Coupling and DC-Coupling Storage with Solar PV\nOther Energy Storage and Why Lithium-Ion Batteries are Winning\nComparing Different Systems\nESS Codes and Standards\, Where to Find the Rules (NEC\, IRC\, IBC\, IFC\, UL)\nLocations for ESS\, Walls\, Garages\, Inside and Outside\nSolSmart ESS Simplified Permit Process\nThe Future of Energy Storage-Batteries on Wheels (EVs)\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplain many reasons why energy storage is such important infrastructure in helping more renewables become integrated into the energy mix.\nDiscuss how energy storage systems are designed and installed.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGeneral\nHomeowner\nEnergy Professional\n\nLearning Units: \n\nThis class will also provide prerequisite and continuing education credit for NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certifications.\n\nLearning Level: \nBasic Class: Content is introductory in nature and requires no prerequisite knowledge or experience to grasp the concepts or participate in exercises. Basic educational activities and materials are meant to establish a foundation of knowledge and competence that will be expanded upon in practice or in higher level seminars and workshops.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/energy-storage-basics-webinar-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240606T050818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T050818Z
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SUMMARY:Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and the California Energy Code (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nAccessory Dwelling Units (ADU) are becoming an important form of housing in California but designing and building these units to comply with the 2019 Energy Code can be challenging. This course covers the prescriptive requirements that apply to new ADUs and discusses both minimum requirements and design options for compliance.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/accessory-dwelling-units-adu-and-the-california-energy-code-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240606T050114Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T050114Z
UID:64016-1720254600-1720269000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology\, Sales and Installation Challenges - Part 1 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe case for building All-Electric is stronger than ever.  All-Electric homes are cheaper to build and operate\, healthier and more comfortable to live in\, and have GHG emissions roughly half that of mixed fuel homes.  The 2022 California energy code will accelerate adoption of All-Electric building and this class will show why electric homes facilitate easier energy code compliance.  Taught by two instructors who have built all-electric homes for themselves and are experts in the field\, you’ll get an insider view of how to design and build electric\, with examples from their professional work\, how to overcome common objections and obstacles\, and lessons learned from the field.  Attendees will gain a better understanding of the technologies that enable All-Electric homes\, including heat pumps\, heat pump water heaters\, induction cooking\, and heat pump clothes dryers.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-heat-pump-water-heaters-technology-sales-and-installation-challenges-part-1-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240628T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240528T234005Z
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SUMMARY:Energy Storage Basics (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nEnergy Storage Systems (ESS) are the key to increasing the amount of renewables on the grid. This class will cover the basics of ESS terminology and common ESS battery chemistries\, such as lithium-ion and lead-acid. We will introduce you to the many ways that ESSs can pay off\, lower utility bills and how this helps the grid. The class will cover different ESS configurations\, such as dc-coupling and ac-coupling. We will dive into the basics of relevant codes and standards and how this affects permitting. The future may very well include a lot of 4-wheeled energy storage systems\, also known as V2G (vehicle to grid)\, since most batteries are going into cars. \nTaught by Sean White\, this class is geared towards anyone buying\, selling or installing ESSs and provides attendees with a basic technical level of understanding of ESSs. This class will also provide prerequisite and continuing education credit for NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certifications. \nInstructor Information: \nSean White \nSean White teaches customized solar PV courses for NABCEP credit globally. He is a NABCEP Associate Provider and a NABCEP Registered Continuing Education provider. Sean has authored 8 Solar PV and Energy Storage books and is always working on more. He teaches course for various entities. Sean teaches NEC workshops at SPI and Intersolar. Sean was the 2014 IREC Trainer of the year and the SNEC Online Trainer of the Decade in 2020. \nAgenda: \n\nEnergy Storage Basic Terminology\nLithium-Ion vs. Lead-Acid Batteries\nHow Energy Storage Can Lower a Utility Bill\nHow Energy Storage Helps the Grid\nAC-Coupling and DC-Coupling Storage with Solar PV\nOther Energy Storage and Why Lithium-Ion Batteries are Winning\nComparing Different Systems\nESS Codes and Standards\, Where to Find the Rules (NEC\, IRC\, IBC\, IFC\, UL)\nLocations for ESS\, Walls\, Garages\, Inside and Outside\nSolSmart ESS Simplified Permit Process\nThe Future of Energy Storage-Batteries on Wheels (EVs)\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplain many reasons why energy storage is such important infrastructure in helping more renewables become integrated into the energy mix.\nDiscuss how energy storage systems are designed and installed.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/energy-storage-basics-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240514T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240514T044108Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240514T044108Z
UID:63785-1715677200-1715688000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Intro to Residential HVAC Design in 3D Using ACCA Manuals J\, S\, & D (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis class will be an introduction to ACCA Manuals J\, S and D (load calculations\, equipment sizing and duct design) using a new 3D HVAC design software. Rather than drawing the house in a CAD software\, this software “builds” the house out of scalable 3D boxes. The benefit of 3D design is that it helps make sure that the system being designed will actually fit in the house and gives a better indication of duct length\, surface area\, bends\, and fittings. Attendees should have a good working knowledge of HVAC terminology and concepts. \n*This class is recommended before taking 3D Residential HVAC Design (No CAD Required) – Parts 1 & 2. \nInstructor: Russ King – licensed Mechanical Engineer with over 30 years of experience practicing and teaching in the areas of Residential HVAC design\, diagnostics\, and consulting\, as well as energy codes and building science. \nCourse Objectives:\n• Understand the basics of building geometry.\n• Understand the basics of heating and cooling load calculations.\n• Understand the basics of heating and cooling equipment selection.\n• Understand the basics of duct layout and sizing.\n• Understand the importance of good airflow on cooling equipment capacity and efficiency.\n• Understand the importance of proper register/grille location\, sizing\, and type.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/intro-to-residential-hvac-design-in-3d-using-acca-manuals-j-s-d-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240507T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240507T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240502T021601Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240502T021601Z
UID:63753-1715068800-1715101200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:NCI: Airflow Testing & Diagnostics Technical Training – Discover Hidden Causes to Common Customer Complaints
DESCRIPTION:Description: (In-Person / Anaheim)\nGet in on the ground floor and offer HVAC Performance Solutions that work with NCI’s simple Air Upgrade approach! \nIn this hands-on class students will learn technical training on HVAC airflow characteristics\, performing static pressure testing\, how to properly install static pressure test ports and how to measure & interpret static pressures. \nCourse Objectives:\n• Learn how to identify fan type and speed\n• Locate fan tables and plot fan airflow\n• Diagnose & perform air upgrades on HVAC equipment and duct systems\n• Learn how to measure and interpret Air System Performance \nTarget Audience:\n• HVAC Contractors / Professionals\n• HVAC Technicians / Installers\n• Energy Improvement Contractors\n• Energy Raters\n• Air Balancers and Performance Technicians \nLearning Level:\nIntermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic\, and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis class is *fee-based $50 and includes workbooks and lunch. \nRegistration: To register by phone contact NCI Customer Care at 800-633-7058. \n  \nPlease Note: *Must work within SCE territory to qualify for reduced registration fee as stated. Training is open to contractors outside of the SCE territory\, however\, full registration fee is required to participate in this program.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/nci-airflow-testing-diagnostics-technical-training-discover-hidden-causes-to-common-customer-complaints/
LOCATION:NCI – Anaheim\, 2050 S Santa Cruz St.\, Ste 1000\,\, Anaheim\, California
CATEGORIES:National Comfort Institute,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240424T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240326T012002Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T052335Z
UID:63548-1713949200-1713956400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology\, Sales and Installation Challenges Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis course establishes a clear value proposition for residential heat pump water heater scenarios\, while addressing key barriers to their adoption. It also provides targeted sales training to identify customers and opportunities for client-facing staff and stakeholders while delving into key installation considerations including space limitations\, noise\, condensate management\, sizing\, operational modes\, and error codes. \nInstructor Information: Tim Abshire \nTim Abshire is a Senior Account Manager and Certified Trainer for D+R International. Most recently he managed the Wholesale Distribution channel and was responsible for implementing Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance’s (NEEA) Hot Water Solutions Program through the wholesale and installer supply chain. Hot Water Solutions is a market transformation effort designed to promote the replacement of standard efficiency electric water heaters to heat pump water heaters. Mr. Abshire provides education\, training\, and resources to both plumbing and HVAC regional distributors along with their installer trade networks. Mr. Abshire’s background\, including utility management and wholesale distribution\, provides him with extensive knowledge and understanding of distribution operational needs and requirements. Mr. Abshire is a State Certified Heat Pump Water Heater Continuing Education Instructor in Oregon and Washington and has conducted over 250 training courses to distributor branch and installer personnel. \nAgenda: \n\nHPWH Technology Overview\nWhat is Driving the Market for HPWH’s\nPlanned Replacement Opportunities\nHPWH Marketing & Consumer Awareness\nExplain HPWH Benefits\, Overcome Objection\nHPWH Space and Location Considerations\nManaging Condensate\nHeat Pump Water Heater Sizing\nSwitching from Gas to a HPWH\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplore the technology of heat pump water heaters\nExamine the value proposition for heat pump water heaters as replacements in a variety of residential scenarios\nWalk through targeted sales training to assist in the process of identifying and qualifying customers\nUnderstand the key challenges to installation of heat pump water heaters
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/southern-california-edison-webinar-residential-heat-pump-water-heaters-technology-sales-and-installation-challenges-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240423T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240316T012000Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T052403Z
UID:63444-1713862800-1713870000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology\, Sales and Installation Challenges Part 1
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThis course establishes a clear value proposition for residential heat pump water heater scenarios\, while addressing key barriers to their adoption. It also provides targeted sales training to identify customers and opportunities for client-facing staff and stakeholders while delving into key installation considerations including space limitations\, noise\, condensate management\, sizing\, operational modes\, and error codes. \nInstructor Information: Tim Abshire \nTim Abshire is a Senior Account Manager and Certified Trainer for D+R International. Most recently he managed the Wholesale Distribution channel and was responsible for implementing Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance’s (NEEA) Hot Water Solutions Program through the wholesale and installer supply chain. Hot Water Solutions is a market transformation effort designed to promote the replacement of standard efficiency electric water heaters to heat pump water heaters. Mr. Abshire provides education\, training\, and resources to both plumbing and HVAC regional distributors along with their installer trade networks. Mr. Abshire’s background\, including utility management and wholesale distribution\, provides him with extensive knowledge and understanding of distribution operational needs and requirements. Mr. Abshire is a State Certified Heat Pump Water Heater Continuing Education Instructor in Oregon and Washington and has conducted over 250 training courses to distributor branch and installer personnel. \nAgenda: \n\nHPWH Technology Overview\nWhat is Driving the Market for HPWH’s\nPlanned Replacement Opportunities\nHPWH Marketing & Consumer Awareness\nExplain HPWH Benefits\, Overcome Objection\nHPWH Space and Location Considerations\nManaging Condensate\nHeat Pump Water Heater Sizing\nSwitching from Gas to a HPWH\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nExplore the technology of heat pump water heaters\nExamine the value proposition for heat pump water heaters as replacements in a variety of residential scenarios\nWalk through targeted sales training to assist in the process of identifying and qualifying customers\nUnderstand the key challenges to installation of heat pump water heaters\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHVAC Installers\nSales Professionals\nHomeowners\nDesigners\nPlumbers\nEnergy Consultants\nBuilding Contractors\n\nLearning Units:  \n\nN/A\n\nLearning Level: \nIntermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link the Friday prior to the event.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-heat-pump-water-heaters-technology-sales-and-installation-challenges-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240123T082455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T082455Z
UID:63160-1709107200-1709310600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating
DESCRIPTION:Electrify My Home provides training based on real-world experience with residential electrification. With hundreds of high-performance projects completed to date\, Electrify My Home shares its experience with others in a fast-paced training program that will benefit all parts of your company. We share principals of “Install Small” and “Good Electrification” processes that will keep your customers satisfied while simultaneously optimizing future grid reliability. \nOnly enrolled TECH Clean California Participating Contractor company staff may take this course. Course registration will be verified to ensure Participating Contractor company has completed a Trade Professional Participation Agreement (TPPA). Registration may be cancelled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date. \n 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating/
LOCATION:Modesto\, California (TBD)
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T041107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T041107Z
UID:63122-1709035200-1709040600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Overcoming Heat Pump Objections
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home continues this ‘lunch-and-learn’ webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. Heat Pumps are quickly gaining traction as a preferred HVAC and water heating technology. California has a goal for 6 million installed heat pumps by 2030\, and state plans indicate that new gas furnace and water heaters will not be permitted after 2030. While the path forward for heat pumps seems clear\, the technology is still foreign to most homeowners. To meet the above-mentioned goals\, contractors and other industry professionals must arm themselves with the knowledge (and sometimes the data) to dispel myths about heat pumps. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll hear from Larry Waters\, an HVAC industry veteran who switched his focus towards home performance in 2010 and towards inverter heat pumps in 2014. With over 400 heat pump installations under his belt\, Larry’s heard just about every objection in the book and will relay best practices for responding to such objections. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nApproaching the house\nConsultative questioning to identify needs\nCommon objections to heat pumps and sample responses\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop two consultative questions that will help prepare a response to a customer’s objection\nDescribe one reason why older vintage heat pumps spoiled the opinions of some customers & HVAC pros\nName three features of gas appliances that are disadvantageous\nExplain why heat pumps are the perfect fit for California’s climate\nList five reasons why heat pumps are better than gas furnaces
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-overcoming-heat-pump-objections/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240221T012536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T012536Z
UID:63222-1708596000-1708603200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification Fundamentals 4 – The Financial Costs & Benefits of the BE transition
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nInterested in transforming your building to a clean\, safe\, and healthy all-electric structure but hesitant due to the cost? What are the costs to install and operate this equipment? Are there incentives available to aid in this transition? What are the benefits both financial and non-financial? Do you need a new electric panel? This workshop will address all those questions covering the general cost of equipment\, how to think incrementally as you transition and the benefits of planning out your transition regardless of where you are in the process\, utility rates and rebates available to help pay for the changes. \nInstructor Information: Scott Blunk \nScott is a Strategic Planner of Electrification and Energy Efficiency where he creates utility wide electrification strategies. He is an Adjunct Professor of Building Science at Cosumnes River College where he has taught courses on the energy codes and mechanical codes\, energy auditing and energy modeling. \nScott received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Marquette University. Scott has worked in the field of green building and energy efficiency for 20 years in many different rolls including: building contractor\, energy consultant\, new construction residential program administrator\, existing building program manager\, mechanical engineer\, energy rater\, trainer\, and real estate broker. \nLearning Outcomes: \nAt the conclusion of this class participants will be able to: \n\nHow to plan out your electrification project(s)\nLearn about the costs you can expect to pay for each project\nUnderstand utility rates and changes to your energy bills\nFind out about SCE and statewide rebates\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGeneral Audience\nHomeowners\nResidential Installers\nDesigners\n\nLearning Units: \n\nThis class will also provide prerequisite and continuing education credit for NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certifications.\n\nLearning Level:\nBasic Class: Content is introductory in nature and requires no prerequisite knowledge or experience to grasp the concepts or participate in exercises. Basic educational activities and materials are meant to establish a foundation of knowledge and competence that will be expanded upon in practice or in higher level seminars and workshops. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link the Friday prior to the event.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-fundamentals-4-the-financial-costs-benefits-of-the-be-transition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T183000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240118T064639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T065020Z
UID:63135-1708009200-1711045800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Bay Area E-Contractor Academy
DESCRIPTION:Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) Bay Area is pleased to invite you to apply to our Spring 2024 E-Contractor Academy\, a FREE in-person workshop series focused on building technical\, economic and operational capacity with small\, minority/BIPOC\, women\, veteran-owned and/or disadvantaged local construction businesses (MWVDBEs) to successfully do business in climate-critical decarbonization fields such as building electrification\, energy efficiency\, renewable energy\, and more. \nECC provides services for tailored entrepreneurial support throughout and beyond this academy via its E-Contractor network and community partners\, including but not limited to: \n\nCohort-based multiweek training and education program\nClean energy/building decarbonization workshops\nResources for continued education\nOne-on-one business and construction topic advising (strategic plans\, project delivery\, bidding\, HR\, etc)\nPeer learning opportunities\nNetworking\nFree and reduced-cost access to professional services\nConnection to project opportunities\nConnection to financing opportunities including loans and grants. While access to capital is not guaranteed ECC does have connections with lenders that specialize in funding construction companies and MWVDBEs.\n\n\n\nThis FREE six week series will be held Thursdays 3-6:30 PM from February 15 to March 21 2024 at the SFPUC’s Contractors Assistance Center in San Francisco\, CA. Free light meal provided. \nVisit our website for more info. Complete this form by 11:59 PM Sunday Jan 28\, 2024 to apply. Takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bay-area-e-contractor-academy/
LOCATION:SFPUC Contractors Assistance Center\, 150 Executive Park Blvd #1300\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T035724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T035724Z
UID:63117-1707915600-1710520200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards: Introduction to the Performance Approach
DESCRIPTION:Use the 2022 Multifamily Energy Inspection Checklist to practice streamlined inspection of installation scenarios while also targeting top categories of high-value energy savings and impact on compliance. Effective building energy efficiency enforcement is reviewed and practiced as a comprehensive process — from initial consult of building features listed in permitted documentation to review of what contractors document as installed to visual confirmation of these features on-site. This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Building Inspectors with the essential knowledge and skills they need to more quickly and effectively enforce California’s 2022 Multifamily Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code). This course is delivered in two half-day sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-standards-introduction-to-the-performance-approach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240201T064526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T064526Z
UID:63188-1707825600-1707831000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Home Electrification Product Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home (EMH) in this lunch time introductory level webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. \nHomeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired appliances to electric-powered appliances). In this webinar\, EMH will introduce and provide an overview of home electrification products to aid in the transition away from gas. This includes at least two electric options for each common gas appliance (e.g.\, HVAC\, water heating\, cooking\, clothes drying\, and fireplaces) as well as advanced electrical products that solve challenging load capacity issues. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nProduct/manufacturer disclaimer\nElectric options for HVAC and water heating\nElectric options for other home appliances\nProducts that solve common electrification challenges\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nName at least two electric options for each typical gas appliance in a home\nIdentify two types of heat pumps\nDescribe a scenario where a split heat pump water heater is advantageous\nExplain how a circuit splitter can help avoid costly panel upgrades
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-home-electrification-product-overview-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T041631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T041631Z
UID:63124-1707825600-1707831000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Home Electrification Product Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home (EMH) in this lunch time introductory level webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. \nHomeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired appliances to electric-powered appliances). In this webinar\, EMH will introduce and provide an overview of home electrification products to aid in the transition away from gas. This includes at least two electric options for each common gas appliance (e.g.\, HVAC\, water heating\, cooking\, clothes drying\, and fireplaces) as well as advanced electrical products that solve challenging load capacity issues. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nProduct/manufacturer disclaimer\nElectric options for HVAC and water heating\nElectric options for other home appliances\nProducts that solve common electrification challenges\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nName at least two electric options for each typical gas appliance in a home\nIdentify two types of heat pumps\nDescribe a scenario where a split heat pump water heater is advantageous\nExplain how a circuit splitter can help avoid costly panel upgrades
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-home-electrification-product-overview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T033149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T033149Z
UID:63113-1707814800-1707822000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Elements Of A Whole House Assessment: The Home Energy Audit Explained
DESCRIPTION:Measured Home Performance is different from other approaches to saving energy and making money in the home improvement industry. The principal difference is the measured results of home performance contracting\, as opposed to the hoped for benefits offered by other contracting services. The measured home performance process begins with a thorough examination of the home using diagnostic test equipment to measure the current performance of the home and its mechanical systems with the ultimate goal of obtaining all the information needed to present a proposal\, which will save energy and meet the other needs of the homeowner. A clear understanding of how a home is performing takes much more than just a clipboard and a stroll around the house. In this session we will go through the process\, exploration and testing necessary to perform a comprehensive Home Energy Audit. \nInstructor: Judy Rachel\, Home Performance Pro
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/elements-of-a-whole-house-assessment-the-home-energy-audit-explained/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T090000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240203T035920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T035920Z
UID:63195-1707721200-1707728400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe TECH & ESMAC (ENERGY STAR Heat Pump Water Heater Manufacturer Action Council) Heat Pump Water Heater Education includes a TECH overview\, ENERGY STAR® overview\, and a manufacturers heat pump water heater (HPWH) education session focused on 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. \nAttending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. \n• For onboarding purposes\, at least one individual from your organization must attend and complete the post-training survey. \n• All installers working on a project submitted to the program must also take either this training\, or a program approved manufacturer training. \n\nTopics Covered: \n• Key differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters \n• Benefits and value propositions of HPWHs \n• Installation best practices \n• Location options\, space needs and considerations \n• How to size appropriately \n• Programming/operating modes \n• Time-of-use and demand response capabilities \n• Electrical requirements\, electric panel considerations \n• Condensate management and drainage \n• Thermostatic mixing valves\, recirculation pumps \n• Noise/vibration considerations \n• Guidance and best practices for warranty\, service support\, and maintenance \n• Customer education – how to use\, what to expect\, addressing common concerns \n• How to get further regional training and support \n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n• Identify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters \n• Explain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters \n• Identify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH \n• Calculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy \n• Describe installation best practices \n• Describe service and maintenance best practices \n• Demonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T024754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T024754Z
UID:63106-1707404400-1707411600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Retaining Profit – Minimize Call Backs on Heat Pump Installs
DESCRIPTION:Heat pumps are inherently different than gas furnaces or gas water heaters. Contractors and other industry professionals must take time to educate customers\, clients\, and others on these differences to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. This webinar will outline best practices for system operation of ducted and ductless mini-splits\, unitary heat pumps\, and heat pump water heaters.  \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nExplain one reason why heat pumps operate differently than gas furnaces \nName at least two points in the customer journey where education on heat pump operation are essential \nDescribe proper multi-split system operation in a way a typical customer can understand \n\n1.5 AIA LU’s Pending for this course \n.15 ICC CEU’s Pending for this course \n  \nInstructor: \nLarry Waters\, Electrify My Home
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/retaining-profit-minimize-call-backs-on-heat-pump-installs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231212T021510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T021510Z
UID:63006-1706808600-1706817600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:The National Association of Minority Contractors: Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/the-national-association-of-minority-contractors-past-and-present/
LOCATION:BIG Oakland\, 1423 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240131T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231212T055314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T055314Z
UID:63030-1706702400-1706707800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Plumbers
DESCRIPTION:Electrification is taking form in California – gas water heaters are being based out in the Bay Area by 2027 and over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances. The massive transition from gas to electric will “spark” giant demand for all trades\, including plumbers. In this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce unique business opportunities for plumbers with a focus on heat pump water heaters\, strategies for collaborating with other trades (e.g.\, electricians)\, and the importance of comprehensive electrification planning.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-plumbers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231212T055717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T055717Z
UID:63034-1706630400-1706635800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Electricians
DESCRIPTION:Electrification is taking form in California – over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances and the state aims to have 6 million heat pumps installed by 2030. The massive infrastructure transition from gas to electric will “spark” giant demand for skilled electricians and presents a unique business opportunity. \nIn this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce these business opportunities and cover some of the most important electrical best practices for long-term home electrical planning.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-electricians/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231212T060009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T060009Z
UID:63036-1706616000-1706621400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Solar Installers
DESCRIPTION:California’s push for building electrification is quickly driving major changes in the residential energy sphere. Solar contractors\, designers\, and affiliated trades have the opportunity to capture additional market share by offering or referring gas-to-electric appliance services. This is especially important in light of recent NEM policy changes. Solar\, batteries\, and home appliance electrification offer a perfect match for getting customers to Zero Net Energy\, or at least minimizing operational costs. \nIn this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce basics of heat pumps as well as highlighting the business opportunities for solar professionals to add new services to their repertoire or to at least speak to these offerings with more confidence.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-solar-installers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T033815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T033815Z
UID:63115-1706605200-1706612400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Intro To Residential HVAC Systems
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover the basic steps needed to design a residential heating and cooling system.  It will cover load calculations (ACCA Manual J)\, equipment selection (ACCA Manual S) and duct design (ACCA Manual J).  It will go through a simple example home and introduce one of the available software programs that assist you in this process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what ACCA is and why their design manuals are so important.\nUnderstand the importance and benefits of good HVAC design.\nUnderstand the basic steps in the design process and take the mystery out of HVAC design.\nBe introduced to new HVAC design software.\n\nInstructor: Russ King\, Coded Energy Inc.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/intro-to-residential-hvac-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T032219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T032219Z
UID:63111-1706176800-1706184000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Neighborhood Scale – The Future of Building Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Panama Bartholomy (BDC)\, Rachel Kuykendall (Pacific Gas & Electric)\, and Jared Rodriguez (Emergent Urban Concepts) as they discuss the benefits of a neighborhood-scale approach to building decarbonization as well as the different pathways and ownership models for implementing this strategy.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/neighborhood-scale-the-future-of-building-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240124T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240126T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231212T023208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T023208Z
UID:63012-1706083200-1706286600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating | January 24th - 26th\, 2024 | Elk Grove\, CA
DESCRIPTION:Electrify My Home provides training based on real-world experience with residential electrification. With hundreds of high-performance projects completed to date\, Electrify My Home shares its experience with others in a fast-paced training program that will benefit all parts of your company. We share principals of “Install Small” and “Good Electrification” processes that will keep your customers satisfied while simultaneously optimizing future grid reliability. \nOnly enrolled TECH Clean California Participating Contractor company staff may take this course. Course registration will be verified to ensure Participating Contractor company has completed a Trade Professional Participation Agreement (TPPA). Registration may be cancelled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-january-24th-26th-2024-elk-grove-ca/
LOCATION:Slakey Brotehrs\, 2215 Kausen Dr. #2\, Elk Grove\, CA\, 95758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T090000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20240110T030629Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T032336Z
UID:63108-1706079600-1706086800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe TECH & ESMAC (ENERGY STAR Heat Pump Water Heater Manufacturer Action Council) Heat Pump Water Heater Education includes a TECH overview\, ENERGY STAR® overview\, and a manufacturers heat pump water heater (HPWH) education session focused on 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. \nAttending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. \n• For onboarding purposes\, at least one individual from your organization must attend and complete the post-training survey. \n• All installers working on a project submitted to the program must also take either this training\, or a program approved manufacturer training. \n\n\nTopics Covered: \n• Key differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters. \n• Benefits and value propositions of HPWHs. \n• Installation best practices. \n• Location options\, space needs and considerations. \n• How to size appropriately. \n• Programming/operating modes. \n• Time-of-use and demand response capabilities. \n• Electrical requirements\, electric panel considerations. \n• Condensate management and drainage. \n• Thermostatic mixing valves\, recirculation pumps. \n• Noise/vibration considerations. \n• Guidance and best practices for warranty\, service support\, and maintenance. \n• Customer education – how to use\, what to expect\, addressing common concerns. \n• How to get further regional training and support. \n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n• Identify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters. \n• Explain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters. \n• Identify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH. \n• Calculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy. \n• Describe installation best practices. \n• Describe service and maintenance best practices. \n• Demonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240127
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231219T091642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T091642Z
UID:63085-1706054400-1706313599@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating\, Single Family
DESCRIPTION:Electrify My Home provides training based on real-world experience with residential electrification. With hundreds of high-performance projects completed to date\, Electrify My Home shares its experience with others in a fast-paced training program that will benefit all parts of your company. We share principles of “Install Small” and “Good Electrification” processes that will keep your customers satisfied while simultaneously optimizing future grid reliability. \nOnly enrolled TECH Clean California Participating Contractor company staff may take this course. Course registration will be verified to ensure Participating Contractor company has completed a Trade Professional Participation Agreement (TPPA). Registration may be canceled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date. \nInstructor: \nLarry Waters: Founder\, “Electrify My Home LLC” \n\nLarry has 40 years HVAC trade experience in service\, installation\, sales\, and management. His specialization is house-as-a-system electrification and has coined the process and practices “Good Electrification” and “Install small” right sizing for climate and comfort. \nLarry spent the first ten years of his career working on Industrial and Commercial systems and later transitioned to residential HVAC. As a service technician and sales professional\, Larry has sold more than 20 million dollars of HVAC product. In 2011\, Larry obtained his BPI-certified Building Analyst certification and has concentrated on home performance ever since. Beginning in 2014\, Larry began focusing on replacing gas furnaces with high-efficiency heat pumps. He has since designed and installed over 400 electrification projects in the greater Bay Area of California. \nLarry started his all-electric gas conversion company\, Electrify My Home\, in 2019. Larry is an advisory board member of the Building Decarbonization Coalition and is still active as a Leading Light representative. Electrify My Home is a recognized trainer on residential home-electrification sales\, system-design\, and installation for the State of California’s TECH Initiative.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-single-family/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151724
CREATED:20231219T071642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T071642Z
UID:63074-1706000400-1706027400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Smart Building Technologies for Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:**New Energy Management Series – Be sure to attend all Four Seminars** \nThis seminar complements our “Fundamentals of Effective Energy Management”\, our “Advanced Energy Management” and our “Smart O&M for High-Performance Buildings” seminars. Plan to attend all Four! \n\n\nSeminar Description: \nModern buildings today are equipped with technology-based systems to deliver optimum performance utilizing the least amount of energy. Understand the fundamentals behind these systems and how to apply them in your facility to track and improve building energy performance. Learn how to maximize our return on investments from these systems by knowing how to effectively manage\, operate\, and maintain these systems to sustain efficient energy performance in our buildings. \nSeminar Highlights: \n\nSmart Building Technologies\nSmart Lighting Systems\nModern HVAC Control Systems for Smart Buildings\nSmart Energy Meters\nBuilding Energy Dashboards and Analytics\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\n\n• Commercial and Industrial\nCustomers\n• Building Owners\n• Municipalities\n• Public and Government Facilities\n• Facility Managers\n• Energy Consultants\nand Contractors\n• Equipment Manufacturers\n• Policymakers\n• Energy Managers\n\n\nLearning Level: Advanced\n\nThis class is eligible for continuing education units from the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI).\n\nSpeaker: Paul Wingco has over thirty years of combined experience in facility operations and energy management. His past roles include serving as Energy and Sustainability Manager\, Associate Director of Energy and MEP services\, and Director of Facilities Management for California State University\, Long Beach and has been actively involved in sustainability policy development and implementation in both the California State and University of California University systems. Paul earned his degree in Construction Engineering Management from California State University\, Long Beach and has a Master’s in Business Administration from Vanguard University of Southern California. Paul is a registered instructor with the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program. He is a Certified Energy Manager with the Association of Energy Engineers and a practicing independent Clean Energy and Sustainability consultant.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/smart-building-technologies-for-energy-efficiency/
LOCATION:Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone Blvd.\, Downey\, CA\, 90241-5388\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
ORGANIZER;CN="So Cal Gas":MAILTO:ERC@socalgas.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260421T151725
CREATED:20231219T072250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T072250Z
UID:63081-1705514400-1705521600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:An Overview of Building Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nHave Energy Efficiency (EE)\, Building Electrification (BE)\, Transportation Electrification (TE)\, and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) got you feeling like you’re in over your head? If so\, we look forward to you joining us for an Overview of Building Electrification! This class\, the second in a BE series\, being offered by the Energy Education Centers (EECs) will expand upon topics introduced in ‘Building Electrification and Me’. \nTaught by Kavita Rodrigues from the EECs\, this class will provide attendees with an expanded understanding of what BE is and how it will help California to achieve its ambitious climate goals. Participants will learn about the common misconceptions that are frequently held about electrification technologies\, their applications\, and how they can realize the overall benefits of electrification. \nInstructor Information: \nKavita Rodrigues \nKavita Rodrigues is an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Advisor at Southern California Edison. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from Manipal\, India and a Master of Building Science from USC. \nKavita’s career in architecture began in 2001 and has been centered on the idea ‘Form Follows Climate’. Her interest in sustainable design has been a driving force in her educational and career choices\, from designing passive houses in India to designing Zero Net Energy homes in California. \nIn 2011\, she was recruited by SCE to join the New Construction Services team\, reviewing projects and providing technical support to builders of energy efficient homes for the California Advanced Homes Program (CAHP). In 2018 Kavita helped design the Clean Energy and Resiliency Rebuild Program (CLEAR) for victims of natural disasters\, and the all-electric extension of CAHP. \nKavita presently works at SCE’s Energy Education Center creating and developing curriculum on Building Electrification and Decarbonization with the hope of educating a wide range of audiences on California’s climate goals\, the urgent need for decarbonizing the building sector\, and how building electrification will play a key role in the clean energy transition. \nAgenda: \n\nCalifornia’s Clean Climate Goals and Pathway 2045\nThe Basics of Building Electrification\nThe Relationship Between EE\, BE\, TE\, and DERs\nTechnology and Cost Trends\nDemystifying BE\nBE Preparedness\nFuture of Fossil Fuels in Buildings\nQuestion and Answers\n\nLearning Outcomes: \nAt the conclusion of this class participants will be able to: \n\nClearly define California’s climate goals and steps needed to achieve them\nCommunicate what BE is and what technologies are available\nExplain how EE\, BE\, TE\, and DERs will interact\nDescribe the steps needed to be prepared for an electric transition\nDiscuss the pros and cons of various clean fuel sources\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGeneral Audience\nHomeowners\nResidential Installers\nCommercial Installers\nDesigners\nPlanners\nEngineers\nEnergy Managers\nFacility Owners/Operators\n\nPrerequisite(s): \n\nNone\n\nLearning Units: \n\nN/A\n\nLearning Level: \nBasic Class: Content is introductory in nature and requires no prerequisite knowledge or experience to grasp the concepts or participate in exercises. Basic educational activities and materials are meant to establish a foundation of knowledge and competence that will be expanded upon in practice or in higher level seminars and workshops.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/an-overview-of-building-electrification/
LOCATION:Irvine City Hall\, 1 Civic Center Dr.\, Irvine\, Ca\, 92606
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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