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SUMMARY:2025 Title 24 Requirements for Residential Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThis beginning class is for those who design\, specify\, install\, and/or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled homes. Class participants will gain an understanding of the 2025 energy code requirements for residential lighting under Title 24\, Part 6\, as well as understand changes that have been implemented in the 2025 energy code cycle starting January 1\, 2026. The curriculum includes an overview of current lighting technologies\, such as high efficacy luminaires and controls options\, and how these products must meet the certification requirements of Title 20 (Appliance Standards) and JA8 (LED high efficacy requirements of Title 24\, Part 6). The course will review a variety of products available and how to identify if products are “certified”. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nReview the 2022 & 2025 Title 24\, Part 6 mandatory measures for lighting in new and remodeled residential space\nLearn how to identify lighting technologies including high-efficacy LED luminaires that fulfill code requirements\nAccess resources through utility and lighting technology training centers for continued professional development\nIdentify available products and determine whether they are certified\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nBuilding Departments\nEnergy Consultants\nContractors\nLighting Distributors\nResidential Designers\nLighting Manufacturers\n\nLearning Units:\n3 AIA LU|Elective \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 live Webinar course presented via Microsoft TEAMS; internet access is required.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-requirements-for-residential-lighting/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260701T090000
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Passive House Retrofits: The EnerPHit Standard
DESCRIPTION:Part 5 of 9  \nAchieving the Passive House Standard in refurbishments of existing buildings is not always a realistic goal\, and the Passive House Institute has developed the EnerPHit standard for certified energy retrofits with Passive House Components. In this webinar\, trainers from the Passive House Network will discuss how the EnerPHit standard can accommodate the realities of existing old buildings\, where foundations\, party lines\, historic preservation\, cost\, and other factors make a typical Passive House certification impossible. Learn how existing structures can benefit from retrofits to move a structure from a low to high performance building. Applying the Passive House Standard to existing structures has its unique challenges. Through case studies of successful retrofits\, see how to upgrade a building with respect to airtightness\, insulation\, thermal bridge reductions\, high performance windows\, and ventilation\, plus learn about the EnerPHit standards and process. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nPassive House principles\nBuilding envelope trades\nHVAC\, plumbing and electrical trades\nQA/QC techniques for ensuring success\nQ&A\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nOutline the five basic principles of Passive House design and how each principle contributes to the health\, safety\, and welfare of occupants\nDescribe why and how hygienic ventilation is an essential defining component of Passive House design and operation. And outline how the Passive House design focuses on very good energy efficiency\, which results in side benefits like great occupant thermal and acoustic comfort\, improved occupant health outcomes\, and economic affordability\nRecall the major Passive House tools\, PHPP\, DesignPH\, and Therm\, and provide an overview of the tools correlating with data-driven design\nSummarize how to get from where the participant is now to constructing a building adhering to the international passive house standard through applicable case studies\nIllustrate the data driven design process to help projects meet their comfort\, durability\, and climate goals
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-passive-house-retrofits-the-enerphit-standard-2/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260702T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260702T110000
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SUMMARY:I-REN C&S Training: 2025 California Energy Code & Passive House
DESCRIPTION:This course will provide an overview of how the 2025 California Title 24\, Part 6 code addresses Passive House concepts. We will examine the basic principles\, methodology\, and performance targets of Passive House\, focusing on electrification goals and their relationship to the updated California codes. The class will illustrate the goals\, strategies\, and results with regional case studies. Credits: 2 AIA LU | ICC CEUs: 0.15 Instructor: The Passive House Network Date: Thursday\, July 2\, 2026 9:00am – 11:00am
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/i-ren-cs-training-2025-california-energy-code-passive-house/
CATEGORIES:IREN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260707T130000
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SUMMARY:What a Load Calculation is and Why One Is So Important
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nLearn what a heating and cooling load calculation on a building actually is. Discover what the main goal of a load calculation is. Explore what the heating and cooling loads on a building are and why a load calculation is unique to every building. Understand why it is important to perform a load calculation prior to specifying heating and cooling equipment. \nLearning Objectives \n\nBe able to define what a heating and cooling load calculation is.\nLearn what the goal of the load calculation procedure is.\nRealize that rules of thumb do not accurately predict how much heating and cooling a building needs.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/what-a-load-calculation-is-and-why-one-is-so-important/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260708T090000
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SUMMARY:Wildfire Resilience and Passive House
DESCRIPTION:Part 6 of 9  \nWith the growing occurrence of devastating wildfires\, there’s an imperative to make buildings fire safe and resilient. Passive House can support a clear pathway to achieve these goals. The class will review the latest science on wildfires and building safety\, including the interplay among building structure\, the surrounding landscape\, community\, and the Passive House methodology. We will dive into a toolkit with specific steps for analyzing and implementing fire resilient Passive House strategies for your next building project. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nContext of fire weather\, wildfires\, and urban conflagration.\nPriorities for building\, landscape\, and community hardening against wildfire threats\nHow Passive House characteristics can support fire resilience\nOptimization of fire resilience and Passive House goals\nExamples\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nOutline the threats that buildings\, property\, and people face due to the growing frequency of wildfires\nDescribe critical weaknesses and failures in site and building design that compromise fire resilience\nOutline attributes\, details\, and quality control aspects of Passive House design and construction that support wildfire resilience\nDescribe code\, landscaping\, and community strategies for strengthening fire resilience and the opportunities for Passive House to be implemented to enhance effectiveness
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/wildfire-resilience-and-passive-house/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260708T120000
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SUMMARY:BPI’s Healthy Housing Principles: An overview of a new\, free\, and innovative course for CA residents Webinar
DESCRIPTION:The Eight Principles of Healthy Housing are important for understanding how homes affect occupant health\, comfort\, safety\, and durability. These principles\, such as “Keep it Dry” and “Keep it Pest Free”\, are essential knowledge for contractors\, HVAC technicians\, real estate professionals\, community health workers\, and homeowners wanting to create healthier living environments. \nThe Healthy Housing Principles course sits at the intersection of housing quality\, occupant health\, and energy efficiency; a critical focus area in the push for electrification\, and driven by the evidence that indoor environments significantly influence respiratory health\, injury risk\, and chronic disease outcomes. \nIn this webinar\, participants will be introduced to the Eight Principles of Healthy Housing while also learning about a new\, free\, self-paced online course designed to support preparation for the BPI Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) Certificate Exam. We’ll explore each principle and demonstrate the course’s engaging video-based lessons\, interactive activities\, and real-world examples. Attendees will also learn about the course structure\, available resources\, and how to access the training at no cost. \nLearning Objectives\nBy the end of this webinar\, participants will be able to:\n1. Identify some of the Eight Principles of Healthy Housing and explain their importance in creating safe\, healthy\, and durable homes.\n2. Describe how healthy housing concepts apply to the work of contractors\, HVAC technicians\, real estate professionals\, community health workers\, and homeowners.\n3. Navigate the free online Healthy Housing Principles course and locate key learning resources and interactive content.\n4. Explain how the course aligns with the BPI Healthy Housing Principles (HHP) Certificate Exam and supports exam preparation. \nPresenters:\nKatie Consales\, Building Performance Institute (BPI)\nKatie oversees BPI’s Technical Department\, which ensures all certification processes align with BPI/ANSI standards. Katie entered the building performance industry in 2017\, and enjoys bringing the highly technical together with the practical to keep homeowners safe and healthy\, and to keep industry professionals informed and ready to do the same. She has worked as a home energy auditor\, home inspector\, QA inspector\, technical trainer\, weatherization crew supervisor\, QA manager\, and program manager. She currently holds the Building Analyst Technician and Building Analyst Professional certifications. Katie lives and works from her home state of New Jersey\, and enjoys hiking the many trails throughout the garden state. \nJ. West\, hph2tc\nJ is a seasoned training and development leader with over two decades of experience designing\, delivering\, and managing innovative workforce education programs. Currently serving as Contractor Training & Development Manager at AirAdvice for Homes\, J. specializes in blended learning strategies—combining eLearning\, remote instruction\, and on the job training—to upskill professionals and strengthen brand value in the HVAC and building performance industries.\nA certified instructional designer with multiple industry credentials\, J. has led national training initiatives for organizations including the U.S. Department of Energy\, Nest Labs\, and the CEDA of Cook County. Known for creative curriculum design\, technical expertise\, and a passion for adult learning\, J brings a dynamic\, real world approach to helping organizations achieve measurable results.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bpis-healthy-housing-principles-an-overview-of-a-new-free-and-innovative-course-for-ca-residents-webinar/
CATEGORIES:San Diego LEARN
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SUMMARY:Career Pathways for Home Energy Professionals (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nThe home energy industry is rapidly expanding\, offering numerous career opportunities in energy efficiency\, solar energy\, green building performance\, and electrification. Whether you are a newcomer\, a student\, or an experienced professional\, understanding available careers is crucial. \nThis class provides an overview of diverse roles\, from entry-level to advanced positions. It focuses on essential certifications\, skills\, and responsibilities for each role. Participants will learn about key tools and technologies like energy auditing\, solar installation\, HVAC systems\, and building performance analysis. \nThe course also highlights industry trends and growth areas\, helping participants align their skills with market demands. With guidance on certification and practical tools\, participants can create a personalized career plan that meets their professional goals and industry needs. \nLearning Outcomes: \nAs a result of attending this class you can expect to learn the following \n\nDetails of career pathways in the home energy industry and the skills and certifications needed for each\nMethods for identifying which certifications align with skills and responsibilities needed for different roles\nThe essential tools and technologies available to enhance your performance in these roles\nHow to develop a career plan within the home energy industry\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHome Energy Professionals\nStudents\nProfessionals transitioning to the home energy industry\n\nPrerequisite(s): \n\nN/A\n\nLearning Units: \n\nN/A\n\nInstructor Information: \nSpencer Rosen \nSpencer Rosen has been in the clean energy industry for over 20 years and has a laundry list of home energy certifications. He has run his own home energy audit and whole-home upgrade company\, Energy Integrity\, for approximately 8 years. \nHe has been in many homes\, crawled around in attics\, removed low-efficiency materials and equipment\, sealed leaks\, upgraded windows\, replaced ducts\, added insulation\, upgraded heating + cooling systems\, and installed solar energy and battery systems. \nTo expand his influence\, he began participating in various rebate and advocacy programs and developed these home energy courses to empower people with the knowledge to make their homes perform better. \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 held via Microsoft Teams and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link to the webinar the Friday prior to the event.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/career-pathways-for-home-energy-professionals-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260708T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260708T154500
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SUMMARY:Case Studies and Implementation for Advanced HVAC Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:By enrolling in this course\, you agree to receive text message course reminders. To opt-out update your profile here or upon receiving your first message you will have the option to opt out by replying “STOP”. \nWith the emerging trend towards fully electrified buildings\, plus the demands from a growing IT sector\, utilities and building portfolio managers are facing growing peak demands while also seeking solutions towards decarbonization and grid resilience. This session features three emerging HVAC strategies\, with detailed case studies that can move these ideas from research to implementation. \nCarlos Duarte will present a recently published simulation study exploring how radiant cooling systems can reduce strain on the grid during peak demand hours\, evaluating numerous parameters such as the scheduling of system operation to optimize for climates. With simulations of 16 climate zones in California\, plus 14 additional climates\, these results can inform optimization for load shifting in radiant systems. \nJiwon Park will discuss a case study of an all-electric medical office building that implemented heat recovery chillers to reduce emissions\, providing a higher coefficient of performance than air-to-water heat pumps\, with a smaller equipment footprint. Results show the technical feasibility of these systems\, but also their complexity and variability\, with a proposed new metric for assessing performance in such systems. \nFinally\, Tharanga Jayarathne will describe the field implementation and validation of a novel control strategy that optimizes supply air temperature resent. Recent implementations in three commercial buildings demonstrate its potential as a cost-effective and scalable control strategy\, with energy or cost savings up to 20%. This event is free and open to the public\, and co-sponsored by PG&E and UC Berkeley’s Center for the Built Environment.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/case-studies-and-implementation-for-advanced-hvac-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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UID:69597-1783519200-1783525500@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Case Studies and Implementation for Advanced HVAC Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n\n\n\n\nWith the emerging trend towards fully electrified buildings\, plus the demands from a growing IT sector\, utilities and building portfolio managers are facing growing peak demands while also seeking solutions towards decarbonization and grid resilience. This session features three emerging HVAC strategies\, with detailed case studies that can move these ideas from research to implementation. \nCarlos Duarte will present a recently published simulation study exploring how radiant cooling systems can reduce strain on the grid during peak demand hours\, evaluating numerous parameters such as the scheduling of system operation to optimize for climates. With simulations of 16 climate zones in California\, plus 14 additional climates\, these results can inform optimization for load shifting in radiant systems. \nJiwon Park will discuss a case study of an all-electric medical office building that implemented heat recovery chillers to reduce emissions\, providing a higher coefficient of performance than air-to-water heat pumps\, with a smaller equipment footprint. Results show the technical feasibility of these systems\, but also their complexity and variability\, with a proposed new metric for assessing performance in such systems. \nFinally\, Tharanga Jayarathne will describe the field implementation and validation of a novel control strategy that optimizes supply air temperature resent. Recent implementations in three commercial buildings demonstrate its potential as a cost-effective and scalable control strategy\, with energy or cost savings up to 20%. This event is free and open to the public\, and co-sponsored by PG&E and UC Berkeley’s Center for the Built Environment.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/case-studies-and-implementation-for-advanced-hvac-decarbonization-2/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260713T163000
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SUMMARY:Advanced Framing with Wildfire Hardened\, Creative Building Envelopes (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nTraditional home construction often involves using more wood than necessary. Reducing wood usage not only lowers fuel consumption but also creates space for additional insulation\, which decreases fire risk and enhances energy performance. Learn how to build more energy-efficient and wildfire-hardened homes at a lower cost and faster pace! Instructor Ron Kliewer\, a seasoned Framer and General Contractor\, will share his hands-on experience. He will cover the basic anatomy of wood framing\, illustrate current framing practices\, demonstrate how to build better buildings with less lumber\, introduce alternate framing methods and assemblies\, such as Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) and continuous insulation. Instructor Chris Mellen will connect the benefits of Advanced Framing to the California Energy Code. He will show how Advanced Framing serves as a significant energy upgrade\, aiding compliance with current and future energy code cycles. Join us to discover innovative methods for constructing more efficient and reslient homes! \nNerdy Discussions on Framing and Energy Compliance: Dive into the fascinating world of framing technicalities and energy design with our comprehensive discussions.  We cover everything from the nitty-gritty of framing terms like “O.C.”\, “cripple”\, and “trimmer” to the cool innovations in Structural Insulated Panels (SIPs) and common framing mistakes. Explore essential topics such as Framing Factors and Energy Design Rating (EDR) and understand how they impact your energy compliance report. Learn about the origins of Advanced Framing and discover why it’s an excellent choice for building with wood in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI)\, even when using exterior insulation cladding. We also delve into the concept of viewing a building as a system\, highlighting how Advanced Framing complements tighter\, more efficient\, and wildfire-hardened buildings. And yes\, we even touch on some math to ensure your designs are precise and compliant! \nAgenda: \n• Presented online as a live webinar filmed in the SCE’s Energy Education Center Smart Home using the High-Performance Wall (HPW)/High-Performance Attic (HPA) displays\n• Course will include a Fact Sheet and PDF of the slide deck for later reference \nLearning Objectives: \n• Identify commonly used framing members\, their specific applications in construction\, and the common practices that lead to lumber lumber waste\n• Discuss the mechanisms of heat loss and thermal shorts in building envelopes\, and explore strategies to mitigate these issues for improved energy efficiency\n• Analyze real world examples to enhance your understanding of advanced framing techniques and their significance in achieving energy savings and wildfire hardening\, while recognizing the flexibility allowed by the The Building Code\n• Evaluate various wall assemblies to determine the methods and materials required to achieve ignition-resistant 1-hour fire rating\n• Understand the relationship between lumber usage and Title-24\, including the integration of energy modeling and Advanced Framing techniques\n• Evaluate the impact of energy code compliance in various climate zones\, focusing on advanced framed walls\, high-performance walls\, reduced air leakage\, Structural Insulated Panels (SIPS)\, raised heel trusses\, and high-performance attics\n• Understand Advanced Framing techniques and the range of framing choices available\, including the ability to discuss the gradients of Advanced Framing while ensuring structural integrity\n• Learn the benefits of Advanced Framing in terms of lumber savings\, time efficiency\, cost reduction\, and decreased fuel load \nTarget Audience:\n• Architects\n• Building Inspectors\n• Builders & Contractors\n• Carpenters & Framers\n• DIY Homeowners/Remodelers\n• Energy Consultants\n• Energy Modelers\n• Structural Engineers\n• Teachers\n• Fire Wise Communities\n• California Fire Safe Council \nPrerequisite(s):\nParticipants will benefit if they have some knowledge of construction and/or energy modeling but it is not necessary. \nLearning Units:\n3.5 AIA LU|HSW \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. \nInstructors: \n• Ron Kliewer began his career framing houses and remodeling\, eventually becoming a custom home builder and General Contractor\, He holds BPI and IR certifications and has constructed a wide range of projects\, from outhouses to nuclear power plants. Throughout his career\, Ron has worn many hats\, including framer\, electrician\, special inspector\, project manager and general contractor. His early interest in energy efficiency led him into the world of building science\, where he has collaborated with Southern California Edison\, Bonneville Power Administration\, Electric Power Research Institute\, and other organizations on energy research projects. \n• Chris Mellen\, PE\, is the Senior Engineer for Kliewer and Associates\, managing multiple energy research projects and providing technical support to Southern California Edison and the Electric Power Research Institute for Demand Response and Emerging Technology energy pilots. He is a member of CABEC\, ASHRAE\, and PMI\, with experience in energy code compliance. As an early adopter of emerging technology\, Chris lives in a home served by heat pump technology\, including a water heater\, clothes dryer\, and (soon) several mini splits. A long-time member of the ASHRAE Orange Empire Chapter\, Chris is the past Chapter Historian. \n• Chad Gretzner is a Research Engineer at Kliewer and Associates and NFPA Reducing Wildfire Risk to Property: Professional. He assists with project management for the Zero Flame Spread project funded by Southern California Edison and has contributed to the design and forensic study of a 1-hour burn test study representing high-density communities in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI). This research led Kliewer & Associates to develop the class “Practical Guide to Hardening Structures & Parcels Against Wildfires” and the design and implementation of the “Parcel Assessment for Wildfire Hardening” (PAWH) form. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis is a live Webinar class presented via Microsoft TEAMS; internet access is required.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/advanced-framing-with-wildfire-hardened-creative-building-envelopes-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T225253Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T225253Z
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SUMMARY:Wildfire Resilience: Hardening Structures & Communities (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nThere is an urgent need to perform parcel assessments in order to harden homes\, parcels and communities to “stand alone” to survive wildfires. Why? Multiple fires and other conditions may outpace the efforts of first responders. What is needed to mitigate risks for individual buildings and communities?  A comprehensive structure and parcel assessment based on a burn test study Kliewer and Associates (K&A)\, performed and the Hazard Mitigation Methodology (HMM) published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST). \nIn early 2024 and funded by SCE\, Kliewer & Associates performed a burn test study that represented a high-density setting. One conventionally framed structure was not hardened against wildfire and had no defensible space. The hardened structure had a structure separation distance of 10’ from the burn structure and had defensible space. Thermocouples and cameras were placed inside and around the hardened structure to measure the temperature behind the fire rated door\, window\, and in the middle of the ceiling. The resulting forensic study performed after the burn test was completed\, exposed vulnerable locations in the building assembly.  Discover what features were most effective for survivability\, and what features increased vulnerability and damage.  Find out why some homes survive an event while the surrounding structures are destroyed. \nThis study sheds light on how to rebuild or retrofit structures and parcels with ignition-resistant building assemblies and how full structure hardening against direct flame exposure may greatly increase the probability of high-density homes surviving wildfires. \nBuilding Scientist Ron Kliewer\, Research Engineer Chad Gretzner\, and Chris Mellen\, P.E.\, will discuss the nuts and bolts of a wildfire hardened building envelope and the energy efficiency gains that are achievable. \nAgenda: \n\nTaught simultaneously as a webinar and in-person at SCE’s Energy Education Center (EEC)\, Irwindale classroom and partly in the EEC Smart Energy Experience Home using the full size Wildfire Hardened High-Performance Wall (HPW)/High-Performance Attic (HPA) displays.\nThe course will include a fact sheet guide.\n\nLearning Outcomes: \n\nHow to build\, rebuild or retrofit existing structures in a cost-efficient way\, implementable by Pros\, DIYers\, and communities.\nReduce the vulnerability of structure and parcel ignition from wildfires by choosing ignition-resistant assemblies and materials.\nHow to protect structures in the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) to “stand alone” or as a community to survive fire and ember exposures when first responders are not yet available to intervene.\nHow to perform a parcel assessment for wildfire hardening.\nIdentify the 40 structure ignition vulnerabilities.\nLocate\, prioritize\, and choose fire resistant building materials.\nUse limited funds to target key strategies to slow the spread of a wildfire\nIdentify fire hazard severity zones in your area.\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nHomeowners/ Remodelers\nArchitects\nBuilders & Contractors\nBuilding Inspectors\nCommunity Leaders\nDevelopers\nEngineers\nHazard Mitigation Specialists\nHOA’s\nFireWise Communities\n\nPrerequisite(s): \nParticipants will benefit if they are motivated to be prepared for wildfire exposures\, whether individually\, or as a community. \nLearning Units: \n\n3.5 AIA|HSW\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. \nInstructors: \n• Ron Kliewer began his career framing houses and remodeling\, eventually becoming a custom home builder and General Contractor\, He holds BPI and IR certifications and has constructed a wide range of projects\, from outhouses to nuclear power plants. Throughout his career\, Ron has worn many hats\, including framer\, electrician\, special inspector\, project manager and general contractor. His early interest in energy efficiency led him into the world of building science\, where he has collaborated with Southern California Edison\, Bonneville Power Administration\, Electric Power Research Institute\, and other organizations on energy research projects. \n• Chris Mellen\, PE\, is the Senior Engineer for Kliewer and Associates\, managing multiple energy research projects and providing technical support to Southern California Edison and the Electric Power Research Institute for Demand Response and Emerging Technology energy pilots. He is a member of CABEC\, ASHRAE\, and PMI\, with experience in energy code compliance. As an early adopter of emerging technology\, Chris lives in a home served by heat pump technology\, including a water heater\, clothes dryer\, and (soon) several mini splits. A long-time member of the ASHRAE Orange Empire Chapter\, Chris is the past Chapter Historian. \n• Chad Gretzner is a Research Engineer at Kliewer and Associates and NFPA Reducing Wildfire Risk to Property: Professional. He assists with project management for the Zero Flame Spread project funded by Southern California Edison and has contributed to the design and forensic study of a 1-hour burn test study representing high-density communities in the Wildland-Urban Interface (WUI). This research led Kliewer & Associates to develop the class “Practical Guide to Hardening Structures & Parcels Against Wildfires” and the design and implementation of the “Parcel Assessment for Wildfire Hardening” (PAWH) form. \nSpecial Instructions: \nThis course is offered as a hybrid event\, both In-Person and as an online Webinar. This is a live Webinar class presented via Microsoft TEAMS; internet access is required.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/wildfire-resilience-hardening-structures-communities-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260714T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T231751Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T231751Z
UID:69629-1784019600-1784030400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Compliance: EnergyPro Introduction
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 14\, 2026 (See upcoming classes below)\n\n\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT\n\n\nType: Virtual Classroom\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\nCEUs: ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC:3\n\n\nInstructor: Martyn Dodd\n\n\nLevel: Novice\n\n\nGuest Speaker: Hayley Monahan\n\n\n  \nPeople new to EnergyPro software will learn the basics of using this modeling software to document compliance with California’s 2025 Single-family Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code). \nThroughout the class\, you will see how to use the software to complete essential tasks\, then use sample files to practice performing these tasks yourself. \nIf you do not already have a current version of EnergyPro\, we make an educational version of the software available at no charge. (A link to the trial educational version is provided with pre-registration confirmation.) This course is delivered in a single three-hour session.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-compliance-energypro-introduction-2/
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260428T185542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185542Z
UID:69368-1784106000-1784116800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Multifamily Passive House Design
DESCRIPTION:Part 7 of 9  \nPassive House delivers healthy\, quiet\, and comfortable homes in durable buildings. Passive House also provides a baseline on which teams can craft resilient buildings capable of sheltering residents from the violent storms and extreme heat waves to come. In this course\, we’ll cover a range of issues that go into planning\, designing\, and constructing affordable Passive House multifamily buildings. It’s a comprehensive overview\, diving into key details\, and demystifying the strategies for success. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\n\nMultifamily milestones\nCritical early design considerations\nVentilation and ventilation systems\nCooling\, shading\, comfort\, and optimization\nEnclosure assemblies\nHeat pumps and space conditioning strategies\nDomestic hot water\nCertification process\nQ&A\n\n\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nOutline common pitfalls in designing Passive House multifamily buildings\nDescribe critical pathways\, processes\, and milestones in Passive House multifamily optimization\nRecall critical\, multifamily components and systems and the sequence of consideration and integration\nSummarize how well established strategies are evolving and being successfully scaled
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/multifamily-passive-house-design/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T231947Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T231947Z
UID:69631-1784106000-1784116800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Compliance: EnergyPro Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 15\, 2026 (See upcoming classes below)\n\n\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT\n\n\nType: Virtual Classroom\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\nCEUs: ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC:3\n\n\nInstructor: Martyn Dodd\n\n\nLevel: Advanced\n\n\n\nExperienced EnergyPro users\, get answers to your questions\, address special considerations and see how to use the software most effectively to demonstrate compliance with 2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Single-family Energy Code. \nRespond to a pre-session survey to let us know what you’re most interested in\, and we will do our best to incorporate your requests into the session. During the class we will cover commonly asked questions and will solicit additional questions from class participants and answer as many of them as possible in the allotted class time. \nThe training assumes participants have at least an intermediate level of hands-on experience using EnergyPro software as well as experience with and knowledge of the Energy Code and the Single-family compliance process.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-compliance-energypro-advanced/
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260715T160000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T233105Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T233105Z
UID:69636-1784124000-1784131200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Recovery Ventilator: Installation\, Energy Savings\, and Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nImproved health and cognitive performance. Easier Title 24 compliance. Utility bill savings. These are the reasons to consider incorporating Heat Recovery Ventilators & Energy Recovery Ventilators (collectively Recovery Ventilators or RVs) into your next high-performance home project. \nThe instructors are a high-performance home contractor and energy consultant\, who together have specified and installed hundreds of RVs. They will draw on these experiences and data gathered from these units to better understand these mechanical ventilation systems and their benefits. They will cover the details of ducting to the outside for inlet and exhaust air and distributing the supply and exhaust throughout homes. Balancing airflow rates and maintenance requirements will also be covered. \nWe will also go over new 2025 energy code requirements for balanced ventilation and heat recovery in multifamily dwelling units\, how to add a RV to a Title 24 compliance energy model and the change in energy use and compliance metrics that results. We’ll present various configurations of RVs\, including through-the-wall paired units\, packaged HRVs and packaged ERVs\, and various ducting options. \nLearning Objectives \n\nUnderstand the basics of how Recovery Ventilators (RVs) work to improve indoor air quality in homes and reduce heating and cooling energy use\nLearn the 2025 energy code requirements for mechanical ventilation in single family and multifamily buildings and how RVs impact Title 24 compliance metrics\nModel a case study home and multifamily building using RVs and examine the energy use and compliance scores in various configurations\nHear best practices for specifying and installing RVs\n\nLearning Units  \n\n2.0 AIA LUs pending for this course\n0.2 ICC CEUs pending for this course\n2.0 CEA CEUs pending for this course\n\nInstructors  \nNick Brown\, Build Smart Group \nScott Kelly\, SK Fresh Air \nCourse Location  \nZoom link provided upon registration
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/recovery-ventilator-installation-energy-savings-and-compliance/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260716T223000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T230614Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T230614Z
UID:69621-1784192400-1784241000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:I-REN C&S Training: Electrification in the 2025 Energy Code
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 energy code builds on earlier codes and carries the baton still further to encourage all-electric buildings. We will cover energy code requirements that favor all-electric designs and quantify the compliance impact of heat pumps\, heat pump water heaters\, PV & battery\, and other electric systems. We will also cover the why and the how: why the California energy code encourages electric systems and some lessons from the field on how to achieve efficient all-electric designs with manageable utility costs and satisfied customers. We will show also how to model all-electric systems in the CBECC energy code compliance software Instructor: Nick Brown ICC CEUs: 0.1 (pending) Date: Thursday\, July 16\, 2026 9:00am – 10:30am
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/i-ren-cs-training-electrification-in-the-2025-energy-code/
CATEGORIES:IREN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260720T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260720T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T232222Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T232222Z
UID:69633-1784538000-1784548800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards: What Is Acceptance Testing?
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 20\, 2026\n\n\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT\n\n\nType: Virtual Classroom\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\nCEUs: ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC:3\n\n\nInstructor: Kyle Dunn\n\n\n\nWhat is Acceptance Testing? How does it compare to Commissioning? What Nonresidential HVAC systems require a certified Acceptance Test Technician under the 2025 California Energy Code? Who’s involved and how is it documented? This three-hour online live class addresses these questions and more\, with an overview of Energy Code Acceptance Testing requirements for a variety of systems\, and a focus on Nonresidential HVAC systems. \nCourse objectives include: Describe the role of Acceptance Testing in the California Energy Code\, identify the types of systems that require Acceptance Testing\, describe the roles and responsibilities in the Acceptance Testing process\, relate compliance documentation to the design and build process\, identify the simple and complex Nonresidential HVAC measures that trigger different types of Acceptance Tests\, and given a description of a typical Nonresidential HVAC alteration project\, determine the required Acceptance Tests that must be performed by a certified Acceptance Test Technician. \nThis course is delivered in one half-day session. Participants must attend all three sessions to complete the course.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-nonresidential-standards-what-is-acceptance-testing/
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260428T185704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185704Z
UID:69370-1784710800-1784719800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Passive House Enclosures
DESCRIPTION:Part 8 of 9  \nThis course dives deep into the focus of building enclosure design and construction looking at a range of enclosure construction types\, and climates. The course will look at topics of designing\, detailing\, sequencing\, building\, inspection\, reporting\, and testing of critical Passive House components and enclosure systems: insulation\, thermal bridge free connections\, airtightness\, windows and more. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nContext of Passive House\nThe work of enclosures\nEfficient design and high quality\nDetails\nExecution\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe Passive House goals and methodology as they translate to enclosure assemblies\nOutline typical Passive House assembly buildups and connection details\nDescribe Passive House window installation details and testing to hit Passive House goals\nOutline quality assurance and quality control measures used to verify enclosure performance and reach certification
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/passive-house-enclosures/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260722T110000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T233230Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T233230Z
UID:69638-1784712600-1784718000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Next Generation Passive Solar & Passive House
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nWe all learned the principles of passive solar design in school – south facing orientation\, strategic windows\, thermal mass\, etc.\, but the old rules don’t apply in the same way. In the meantime\, Passive House building principles are folding into every-day construction. Modern buildings should still incorporate a range of passive strategies\, but they need a new spin on the implementation to account for improved insulation\, prevalence of high-performance glazing\, and efficient HVAC systems and lighting. \nLearning Units \n1 AIA LUs pending for this course \nInstructors \nJennifer Rennick\, In Balance Green Consulting \nAndy Pease\, In Balance Green Consulting \nCourse Location \nZoom link provided upon registration.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/next-generation-passive-solar-passive-house/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260724T130000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T225545Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T225545Z
UID:69616-1784883600-1784898000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Troubleshooting Lighting Controls (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Description: \nThis course teaches attendees how to diagnose and resolve common lighting controls issues in commercial buildings.  Participants will learn a structured troubleshooting process for systems that may include occupancy sensors\, daylighting controls\, wall stations\, dimming zones\, networked lighting controls\, relays\, emergency lighting interfaces\, time schedules and integration with building automation systems. \nThis course focuses on practical field scenarios and participants will leave with a repeatable method for identifying whether an issue is caused by wiring\, device configuration\, programming\, documentation\, installation\, commissioning or user operation. \nAgenda: \nIntroduction to lighting controls troubleshooting \nThe troubleshooting workflow. \nCommon field issues and root causes. \nDevice-level troubleshooting. \nNetworked lighting controls and communication issues. \nDocumentation and closeout. \nLearning Outcomes: \nApply a systematic troubleshooting workflow for commercial lighting control systems. \nIdentify common control system failure points. \nTest lighting control components in the field. \nDocument findings clearly and communicate corrective actions to the appropriate project stakeholders. \nTarget Audience: \nProject Managers\, sales reps and installers.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/troubleshooting-lighting-controls-webinar/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260727T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T231201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T231201Z
UID:69625-1785142800-1785153600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Compliance: EnergyPro Introduction
DESCRIPTION:People new to EnergyPro software will learn the basics of using this modeling software to document compliance with California’s 2025 Nonresidential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code). \nThroughout the class\, you will see how to use the software to complete essential tasks\, then use sample files to practice performing these tasks yourself. \nIf you do not already have a current version of EnergyPro\, we make an educational version of the software available at no charge. (A link to the trial educational version is provided with pre-registration confirmation.) \nCourse objectives include: \n\nDescribe how rules-based\, energy analysis software is used to model performance and compliance under California’s 2025 Nonresidential Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code)\nEnter required information for the building envelope into the EnergyPro software\, fix errors identified as a result of running the project model\, adjust the Proposed Design to bring the project’s envelope into compliance\nEnter required information for the building PV and Battery Storage into the EnergyPro software\, fix errors identified as a result of running the project model\, adjust the Proposed Design to bring the project’s lighting into compliance\nEnter required information for the building mechanical systems into the EnergyPro software\, fix errors identified as a result of running the project model\, adjust the Proposed Design to bring the project’s mechanical systems into compliance
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-nonresidential-compliance-energypro-introduction/
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260728T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T233710Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T233710Z
UID:69642-1785236400-1785240000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:BayREN TDS Training: Public Sector Energy Financing 101 for Finance Staff – Part 1
DESCRIPTION:This introductory session is the first in a two-part training series designed to give public sector finance and capital projects staff a clear\, practical understanding of today’s most effective energy project financing strategies. The training covers traditional options – such as bonds\, leases\, and loans – as well as specialized mechanisms like on-bill financing\, energy savings performance contracts\, and efficiency-as-a-service. Participants will learn about the benefits and tradeoffs of each financing tool and how to navigate common challenges. The training also introduces key concepts like energy savings projections\, operations and maintenance considerations\, and performance risk. A subsequent session on July 29 will feature practical case studies demonstrating how the financing mechanisms introduced in Part 1 are being applied to drive successful public sector energy projects across California.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bayren-tds-training-public-sector-energy-financing-101-for-finance-staff-part-1/
CATEGORIES:BAYREN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T103000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T233910Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T234021Z
UID:69646-1785315600-1785321000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:BayREN C&S Training: Residential Alterations
DESCRIPTION:This course reviews requirements for and how to process residential alterations\, such as HVAC changeouts\, window replacements\, and water heater replacements\, to ensure compliance with the Energy Code. Course extends content provided in the Residential New Construction Compliance course. \nICC CEUs: 0.1
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bayren-cs-training-residential-alterations/
CATEGORIES:BAYREN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260428T185901Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260428T185901Z
UID:69372-1785315600-1785324600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Passive House Mechanical Systems
DESCRIPTION:Part 9 of 9  \nThis course dives deep into the focus of building mechanical systems with a particular focus on ventilation and hot water systems. Learn about the design and construction of a range of system types. The course will examine ventilation\, heating\, cooling\, and hot water topics of performance specifications\, coordination\, sequencing\, inspection\, testing\, and reporting. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nContext of Passive House and mechanical systems\nSystems strategy\nVentilation\nHeating and cooling\nDomestic hot water (DHW)\nOther systems and solar\nCase studies\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDescribe Passive House goals and methodology as they translate to mechanical systems\nOutline typical Passive House heating\, cooling\, ventilation and hot water systems\, focusing on the pros and cons of choices\nDescribe Passive House ventilation and hot water installation considerations\, and the process to hit Passive House goals\nOutline quality assurance and quality control measures used to verify mechanical systems’ performance and reach certification
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/passive-house-mechanical-systems/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260729T120000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T231501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T231501Z
UID:69627-1785315600-1785326400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Compliance: EnergyPro Advanced
DESCRIPTION:Date: July 29\, 2026 (See upcoming classes below)\n\n\nTime: 9:00 am – 12:00 pm PDT\n\n\nType: Virtual Classroom\n\n\nLocation: Online\n\n\nCEUs: ICC:0.3; AIA:3; CABEC:3\n\n\nInstructor: Martyn Dodd\n\n\nLevel: Advanced\n\n\n\nExperienced EnergyPro users\, get answers to your questions\, address special considerations and see how to use the software most effectively to demonstrate compliance with 2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Nonresidential Energy Code. \nRespond to a pre-session survey to let us know what you’re most interested in\, and we will do our best to incorporate your requests into the session. During the class we will cover commonly asked questions and will solicit additional questions from class participants and answer as many of them as possible in the allotted class time. \nThe training assumes participants have at least an intermediate level of hands-on experience using EnergyPro software as well as experience with and knowledge of the Energy Code and the Nonresidential compliance process. \nCourse objectives include: \n\nDescribe how rules-based\, energy analysis software is used to model performance and compliance under the Nonresidential Energy Code\, defining a baseline and proposed building and identifying appropriate design changes to the proposed building if it fails to comply.\nIdentify time-effective methods to accurately create a nonresidential compliance model.\nAvoid the most common compliance modeling pitfalls that can lead to an inaccurate representation of nonresidential building energy performance\, or failure to comply with the modeling requirements of the California Energy Commission\, or both.\nIdentify new compliance modeling requirements for energy-efficiency under the 2025 Nonresidential Energy Code and determine how to enter the required information in EnergyPro.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-nonresidential-compliance-energypro-advanced/
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T113000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T230752Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T230752Z
UID:69623-1785402000-1785411000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:I-REN C&S Training: Electrification and Decarbonization with Passive House
DESCRIPTION:This course reinforces knowledge of basic Passive House principles and methodology while looking deeper into how Passive House design considers the electrical grid\, renewables\, and building electrification. It will explain the Passive House energy metric Primary Energy Renewable (PER) and PER Factors. It will demonstrate how PER and PER Factors interact with power supply and design choices\, and how they drive optimization. The class will illustrate the goals\, strategies\, and results with regional case studies. Credits: 2 AIA LU | ICC CEUs: 0.15 Instructor: The Passive House Network Date: Thursday\, July 30\, 2026 9:00am – 11:30am
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/i-ren-cs-training-electri%ef%ac%81cation-and-decarbonization-with-passive-house/
CATEGORIES:IREN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20260730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260625T151031
CREATED:20260623T233407Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260623T233407Z
UID:69640-1785403800-1785409200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Using the ECC (HERS) Registry for Energy Code Compliance
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nThis class teaches building department personnel how to use the ECC (formerly HERS) Registry to track the status of all of the ECC tests and inspections\, as well as all of the other compliance documents: CF1R\, CF2Rs\, and CF3Rs. The Project Status Report generated by the registry is probably the single most valuable tool for building departments to ensure compliance with the energy code. \nLearning Objectives \n\nWhat the ECC program is in the energy code\nHow ECC verification fits into the overall compliance process\nWhen a project is required to be registered with an ECC provider and when it is not\nHow to find a project in an ECC registry\nHow to use the ECC registry to track compliance documentation for a project\nHow to use the ECC registry to save time on field inspections\n\nLearning Units  \n\n1.5 AIA LUs pending for this course\n0.15 ICC CEUs pending for this course\n1.5 CEA CEUs pending for this course\n\nInstructor \nRuss King\, Coded Energy \nCourse Location  \nZoom link provided upon registration
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/using-the-ecc-hers-registry-for-energy-code-compliance/
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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