Do you have an HVAC line of business? Don’t forget to offer maintenance agreements! These ongoing contracts can turn on cash flow for the rest of the company like nothing else. In this session we will cover the reasons why you need a solid maintenance agreement program, what it should include, and how to get the most out of it. Then, we will cover 3 Key Performance Indicators and how to calculate each when it comes to your technician’s performance
Forum Overview ACEEE’s 2024 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum will bring together a diverse group of speakers from across government, industry, and advocacy groups to discuss opportunities and challenges for energy efficiency policy at the dawn of a new presidential term and the 119th Congress. The Inflation Reduction Act and the Bipartisan Infrastructure Law have started to put the largest federal investments in energy efficiency in U.S. history to work. We will look at successes and challenges in the rollout of these
Heat pump water heaters are where California is headed, and this workforce education aims to smooth that transition. Learn from experts how to install heat pump water heaters so they provide reliable and efficient hot water on your projects. Designed for plumbers and HVAC technicians with hands-on material, this training will be useful to all audiences. Light refreshments will be served. Learning Objectives Understand why we need HPWHs Distinguish how HPWHs are different from typical water heaters Acquire practical skills
Many existing crawlspaces require remediation prior to other energy upgrade work in the house can proceed, including attic or electrification upgrades. This course examines retrofits of vented and unvented crawlspaces, the tradeoffs between each crawlspace assembly and the crawlspace assembly's impact on the home's overall performance and comfort. From home durability to occupant safety and comfort, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will address moisture and vapor sources, rodent control, as well as strategies to reduce wildfire ember intrusion.
Course Description: Have you ever wondered how electric technologies may impact you, your home, or your workplace? Or wondered what impacts they may have on your energy consumption, costs, or even the environment? If so, you are not alone and you won’t want to miss out on this class. This class, taught by Robert Hagstrom from SCEs Engineering team, will lightly cover a variety of topics related to Climate and Sustainability Goals, the value of electric technologies, and how to
This online live event summarizes the new and revised requirements in the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for single-family and multifamily buildings, and directs participants to informational resources and training that provide more in-depth information on the Energy Code. Join us to begin learning what the 2025 code means to you and your customers.
Description: Effective July 1, 2024, the Appendix M, Peak Water Demand Calculator (WDC) became part of the California Plumbing Code. Instead of using flow rates and flush volumes from the 1940s, the WDC will allow you to “right-size” the cold and hot water distribution systems in homes and apartment buildings using modern information about flow rates and simultaneous use. Does this sound like a snoozer? Actually, it is an environmentally responsible solution that can save energy, time, money, and water. Learning
Designing and constructing airtight houses and buildings allows for projects that need less heating and cooling. As a result, it is less costly to attain zero carbon as proper air sealing saves energy and results in smaller mechanical equipment. Achieving super airtight assemblies is about the correct mind set as well as proper protocol and materials. This class will allow you to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to achieve your project's air sealing goals. Terry Nordbye will demonstrate step
This is the first four-parts of an eight-part series for HVAC professionals, from beginners to those with intermediate experience. It covers foundational principles of ducted air distribution systems and processes for Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM), and Quality Service (QS) for residential and light commercial systems in California. This evening series equips participants with skills to design, install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose, and verify ducted airflow systems, ensuring they are safe, reliable, and energy-efficient. 12/4/2024, 6:00-8:15pm Part 1: Importance
More buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed air quality system is a must. In this class we will look at performance-based design and installation practices that lead to effective ventilation and filtration systems. Examples of completed, high-efficiency systems are presented to show how they were built and commissioned, with instructor Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance sharing lessons learned so others can avoid repeating them. Agenda: Introduction and safety message
Course Description: Have 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’. Taught by Kavita Rodrigues from the EECs, this class will provide attendees with
Course Description: Do many of your clients often have the same questions about electrification, and you’re not sure how to respond? This session will address common misconceptions surrounding building and transportation electrification. We will explore life cycle costs associated with transitioning to electrified buildings, discuss the evolving electric grid, highlight efficient technologies such as heat pumps and electric vehicles, and evaluate environmental impacts relative to fossil-based technologies. Through interactive discussions and evidence-based insights, participants will gain a deeper understanding of
