Efficiency First California

Health and Resilience of Clean Energy Homes Parts 1-3
2024-11-19 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Homeowner interest in our capacity to control indoor air quality and increase resilience has skyrocketed. Ventilation is recognized as vital beyond a few seconds of bathroom exhaust, we should be delivering continuous fresh filtered air to main living areas. Concerns around the ability to shelter in place during power losses and extreme weather events range from far-flung rural areas to cities.
Are our homes safe havens?
Can air pollutants like respiratory viruses and wildfire smoke be prevented from entering homes and affecting occupants?
Common efficiency improvements can result in better indoor air quality, low infiltration of pollutants, thermal comfort, sound attenuation, quality lighting, outstanding durability, and safe shelter for extended periods of time without power.
It’s also possible that certain upgrades, if not installed correctly, can cause health problems.
– Discover the possibilities of homes that exceed the norm by facilitating Health by Design
– Meet homeowners who’ve realized health improvements as a result of efficiency upgrades
– Learn what experts have determined to be the six “pollutants of most concern”. Understand what pollutants exist in homes, their sources, potential harms, and preventive solutions
– Explore details of a recent fire rebuild in Santa Cruz. The Firesafe council inspector reported that “this is the most fire-resistant house I’ve ever inspected and will likely ever see”!
– See how many days houses maintained heat without power in the Passive House Challenge!
– Resilience section focuses on fire resistance and power losses

CA New 2025, Title - 24 Codes & Standards - Residential (Virtual)
2024-11-19 09:30 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Attend this webinar to learn how the latest version of the Standards will affect building design in your Residential and Non- Residential construction projects.
Course Description:
The 2025 Title 24 Building Energy Code is more stringent than prior versions as California tackles climate change. The new standards are intended to reduce peak energy consumption and slow the growth in demand for electricity , natural gas as well as reduce emissions in California. Martyn Dodd will summarize the new and revised requirements in the 2025 Code for single family, multi-family and commercial buildings and direct participants to informational and training resources that provide more in-depth Title 24 information. Architects, engineers, lighting designers, energy consultants, contractors, and building department staff should find this training of interest and directly applicable to their work.
Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of the program, participants:
• Will have an overview understanding of changes in scope, and new and revised mandatory and prescriptive requirements for residential and nonresidential building envelope in the 2025 Title 24 Energy Code
• Will have an overview understanding of changes in scope, and new and revised mandatory and prescriptive requirements for residential and nonresidential electric lighting and associated controls in the 2025 Title 24 Energy Code
• Will have an overview understanding of changes in scope, and new and revised mandatory and prescriptive requirements for residential and nonresidential mechanical systems and associated controls in the 2025 Title 24 Energy Code
• Will be able to identify additional sources for in-depth information on the requirements of the 2025 Title 24 Energy Code.
Target Audience:
• Architects
• Building Department Staff
• Energy Consultants
• Energy Modelers
• HVAC Engineers
• Lighting Designers
• Builders & General Contractors
Instructor: Martyn Dodd
Having written software used in California for Title 24 Energy Code compliance since 1984, Mr. Dodd is principal of EnergySoft, a Bay Area company that specializes in performance-based energy analysis for Title 24 and LEED. Mr. Dodd has been involved in the California standards development process for the past five decades and has consulted on the Title 24 rules and procedures extensively in that time. Mr. Dodd has taught over 3,000 training classes throughout North America on energy modeling and code compliance and has developed training curricula for over 150 different classes related to building energy efficiency.
Prerequisites:
Participants will benefit if they have some background on California’s Title 24 Building Energy Code.
Learning Level:
Intermediate 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.
Learning Units: 2 AIA Leaning Units
Delivery method: Online
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California Title 24 Part 6, 2025 Updates Webinar
2024-11-19 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
In this webinar, our industry expert will walk you through key 2025 updates to the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (BEES) found in Title 24 Part 6. Topics include the new energy compliance metrics and the prescriptive requirements intended to increase building decarbonization.
Live Q&A with our industry expert at the end!
If you have any questions regarding the webinar or have problems signing up, please send an email to Training@ConSol.org for assistance.

Residential Compliance Forms for Permitting
2024-11-19 14:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Event Description
We will go through the residential Title 24 energy code compliance forms, highlighting those areas that frequently snag a plan review under the 2022 Energy Code. We’ll discuss what goes into the forms, how to identify errors and inconsistencies and how to get it right the first time. This course is beneficial for architects, engineers and other design professionals, builders, owners and developers, plans examiners, and others who are interested in efficiency and accuracy in energy code compliance.
Learning Objectives

Understand how to read and correlate information from permit drawings to the CF1-R
Identify areas of inconsistency that frequently snag a plan review
Be able to evaluate anticipated energy performance and opportunities for improvement
Determine which measures identified in the CF1-R trigger construction verification

Learning Units
1 AIA LUs Approved for this course
0.10 ICC CEUs Approved for this course
Instructors
Jennifer Rennick, In Balance Green Consulting
Grant Murphy, In Balance Green Consulting

How to Electrify Your Home Without an Electric Service Panel Upgrade
2024-11-19 17:00 - 18:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Join us this November for an exclusive EFCA webinar designed by contractors for contractors! This session goes beyond theory—we’re diving into real-world strategies to help you electrify homes efficiently and solve challenges on the job site. Learn how to implement electrification without the need for costly service panel upgrades.
Speakers:
Larry Waters:
“42 years in the HVAC trade, I finally know what I want to do with my life.”
Ten years of Industrial and Commercial systems, including chillers, boilers, large package equipment, built-up systems etc. In 1992 shifted focus to residential as a service technician and then as a sales professional, since then contracted more than 20 mm of HVAC products. 2011 began concentrating on high-performance methodology as a BPI-certified building analyst. 2014 shifted Focus to high-efficiency heat pump installation to replace gas. Designing and implementing- installation of over 1000 electrification projects in the greater Bay area of California. Larry’s experience has made him well-known within the energy circles in the State of California.
Larry started his all-electric gas conversion company, Electrify My Home, in 2019. Electrify My Home was awarded Green Builder Magazine 2021 Eco Leader. Electrify My Home has grown from 3 people just 3 years ago to a staff of 17 motivated, excited electrification specialists. Larry acted as an advisory board member of the building decarbonization coalition and is still active as a Leading Light representative and consultant. Larry shares his experience as a consultant and advisor regarding electrification in the residential built environment with trade groups, non-profits, policy group peers, and individual homeowners. Larry and his company Electrify My Home has delivered electrification-focused training to over 1000 groups and individuals in an effort to speed up the adoption of efficient electrification in California.
Tom Kabat:
Tom Kabat is a mechanical engineer with more than 40 years of experience in hands-on building science, utility program design, implementation, and utility resource planning. Tom partners with others in electrification design projects for dozens of homes, co-authoring guides to electrification and developing a Power Efficient Design practice, aka “Watt Diet” technique, for making the electrification of buildings easier without upsizing the electric panel. He does contractor training in power efficient design for TECH Clean CA program events and for Electrify My Home TECH contractor cohort training. He co-developed a popular PG&E online video class on electrifying without upsizing the electric panel. He co-authored SB 68 legislation to have the CEC develop a site and content on power-efficient design.
Moderator:
Charley Cormany:
Mr. Cormany is the Executive Director of Efficiency First California (EFCA). His experience includes over ten years as a Home Performance contractor for three companies, including his own. Having been involved in hundreds of residential energy efficiency retrofit projects, he provides a “boots on the ground” perspective to policy and program design efforts. He is versed in residential energy efficiency diagnostics, HVAC system design, sales, marketing, and business development. He manages a dedicated team of professionals, providing membership support and advocating for clean energy contractors in California. Together they have created the Clean Energy Connection, a free-to-use online contractor directory tool that connects homeowners to our verified contractor base.
EFCA also provides contractor support services for utilities and is the program administrator for the Sacramento Municipal Utility District (SMUD) residential rebate programs.

TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
2024-11-20 07:00 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Overview
The 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.
Attending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds.
• For onboarding purposes, at least one individual from your organization must attend and complete the post-training survey.
• All installers working on a project submitted to the program must also take either this training, or a program approved manufacturer training.

Topics Covered:
• Key differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters
• Benefits and value propositions of HPWHs
• Installation best practices
• Location options, space needs and considerations
• How to size appropriately
• Programming/operating modes
• Time-of-use and demand response capabilities
• Electrical requirements, electric panel considerations
• Condensate management and drainage
• Thermostatic mixing valves, recirculation pumps
• Noise/vibration considerations
• Guidance and best practices for warranty, service support, and maintenance
• Customer education – how to use, what to expect, addressing common concerns
• How to get further regional training and support

Learning Objectives:
• Identify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters
• Explain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters
• Identify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH
• Calculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy
• Describe installation best practices
• Describe service and maintenance best practices
• Demonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections

Installing Heat Pump Water Heaters in Manufactured Homes
2024-11-20 13:00 - 15:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Chumas Village, 3057 S Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, 93401
Event Description
Manufactured homes are an underserved market for home energy upgrades that come with unique opportunities and challenges. Attend this in-person training to learn best practices for installing ducted heat pump HVAC systems in a double wide manufactured home. Complementary lunch will be provided from Lincoln Deli.
Attendees can meet at Chumash Village Community Room for lunch and can park outside the main building. After lunch they will move to a double wide unit located on site for the training.
Learning Objectives

How to size heat pump water heaters for manufactured homes
The importance of thermostatic mixing valves and expansion tanks
Ventilation best practices
Installation techniques for plug-in water heaters.
When and how to re-pipe to accommodate a new water heater

Instructor
Rich Souther, Pacific Heating & Sheet Metal

It's Not Easy Being Green: Workforce Development, Codes, & Decarbonization
2024-11-21 09:00 - 10:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
California and local governments have adopted ambitious climate plans and goals for their buildings, and the workforce is essential for putting those plans into action. From contractors to energy consultants to building department staff and more, the Bay Area needs sufficient trained personnel to carry out projects and ensure energy and greenhouse gas reductions are realized.
Speakers will explore the relationship between workforce development and decarbonization, provide information about existing workforce development programs and efforts, and discuss gaps and challenges. This online Forum is free and open to all.

HRV and ERV Basics
2024-11-21 09:00 - 10:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Event Description
HRV and ERV Basics will provide introductory level information about HRVs and ERVs and how they are installed in today’s homes. Information will be provided to enable learners to achieve the following learning objectives:

Describe how HRVs and ERVs provide fresh air into a home.
Identify the components of HRV and ERV systems.
Recognize and plan for climate and occupancy in system design.
Explain the difference between HRVs and ERVs and accurately select the appropriate system.
Understand energy savings that can be achieved through correct installation of an HRV.
Develop basic system design: understanding specifications, system types and sizing, placement, airflows, system types and configurations.

Learning Units
1 AIA LU Pending for this course
Instructor
Eric Fenno, Small Planet Supply

The Latest Tools for Building and HVAC Diagnostics
2024-11-21 11:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Retrotec is the world’s leading manufacturer of blower door and door fan test equipment. Retrotec equipment is used around the world, by demanding professionals, to conduct residential energy audits, large building leakage tests, duct leakage tests, and clean agent integrity tests.
Join us to learn about the latest additions to the Retrotec product lineup!
This webinar will introduce a range of breakthrough products to help you easily locate air leaks, measure duct and building pressures, and get the most out of your blower door and DucTester equipment.
Our Mini Probe has been a hot item for locating air leaks and measuring building pressure. We’ve now improved it added a new component to it to give it more functionality that ever before. We’re calling this new probe the Multi Probe. It can do everything the Mini Probe can do plus make it super easy to measure static pressure in duct systems and balance ERVs.
We also have a new handheld fog emitter. There have been a lot of low-cost options that have popped up online over the past couple of years. We have tested many of them, and very few are actually made well. The AirTracer is one we are proud to put the Retrotec logo on. Not only is it low-cost, its super responsive and includes an LED indicator to let you know how much fluid is left in the cartridge.
We’ll have some other exciting announcements as well! Join us to stay in the loop!

USGBC-CA Webinar: Delivering Building Decarbonization at Home
2024-11-21 16:00 - 17:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
In this info session, we will share case studies around electrification, including lessons learned around technology deployment and community engagement.

Join us to learn about some of our recent work on electrification and building decarbonization in low-income communities in Los Angeles through our Green Homes California Program.
This initiative drives innovative, market-leading programs in communities on the frontlines of climate change. We engage with building owners, managers, and residents to drive cultural change and education that accelerates the decarbonization of existing single- and multifamily housing. We will explore several case studies around our deployment of heat pumps, EV charging, and more!

Maintenance Agreements for Profit
2024-11-26 15:00 - 16:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 while doing maintenance work.
Attend this session with Bill Kinnard, President of Grandy & Associates, to get your maintenance agreement program humming on all cylinders.
Learning Objectives
Name the benefits and features of a good maintenance agreement program
List 3 KPIs to measure your program
Describe how to implement the KPIs with your service techs

Energy Efficiency Policy Forum
2024-12-03 | The National Press Club, 529 14th Street NW, Washington, D.C, 20045
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 funds and at lessons about how to improve these programs. We also know that these bills were not enough to meet the needs for transformative change to address the climate crisis.
At the same time, efficiency policies and programs are increasingly under attack by opponents with a political philosophy that shuns spending and regulation for any purpose. We will look at whether the results of the 2024 election bolster an effort to use current programs as a springboard for real climate action or require a full-throated defense of energy efficiency’s benefits.
The 2024 Energy Efficiency Policy Forum will gather stakeholders from the federal government, states, industry, the environmental movement, and affected communities to share lessons learned from the past few years, and how we can bring even greater benefits of energy efficiency to the American people.
We tentatively plan two keynote speakers and three sessions focused on:

Buildings – combining efficiency and electrification in existing buildings
Industry – spurring transformation to decarbonize key industries
Transportation – the role of electric vehicles in efficient transportation systems

Registration to open September 10, 2024.
Registration Rates

Early Bird: $245 (register by 11/1/24)
Regular: $300 (after 11/1/24)

Installing Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) – In Partnership with Ventura County Contractors Association
2024-12-03 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Hansen’s Plumbing, 2686 Johnson Dr Ste 203, Ventura, California
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 through a hands-on demonstration on installing a HPWH in a closet
Understand the importance of Air Flow
Explore the do’s and don’ts of installation based on real-life examples

Instructors
Nick Brown, Build Smart Group
Gary Klein, Gary Klein & Associates

Retrofitting Crawlspaces for Health, Moisture Management, and Wildfire Safety
2024-12-03 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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.

Building Electrification Fundamentals 1 - BE & Me (Webinar)
2024-12-03 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 make sure you’re ready to future proof your home or business, and more. In addition to the topics covered attendees will have the opportunity to participate in an open forum where they can have their general electrification questions addressed by our experts. Be sure to join us for this basic overview of Building Electrification concepts, and the impacts on SCE customers.
Agenda:

Introduction to California’s Sustainable Energy Goals
Introduction to Electric Technologies
Value and benefits of Electric Technologies & what makes them worth it
Overview of Rebates and Incentives
Inevitable Improvement, Sense of Urgency, & Futureproofing Yourself

Learning Outcomes:

Understanding of sustainable energy goals and what is needed to achieve them
Familiarization with energy end-uses that can be electrified, current state, and trends
Recognition of electrification benefits in many categories
Understanding of the value of adopting better and cleaner technologies
An overview of incentive and rebate program offerings
Drivers of current trends in sustainability

Target Audience:

General Audience
Homeowners
Residential Installers
Commercial Installers
Designers
Planners
Engineers
Energy Managers
Facility Owners/Operators

Learning Units: N/A
Learning Level:
Basic 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.
Special Instructions:
This is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link the Friday prior to the event.

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Right-Sizing Plumbing in Homes and Apartment Buildings
2024-12-03 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 Objectives:

Share the results of the study used to support the petition for the adoption proceeding
Provide an overview of how to use Appendix M in single-family and multi-family projects
Provide case studies that show how using the WDC can save $500-$1,000 per apartment in first costs
Identify and enable connection with members of the Passive House community who want to learn how to use the WDC in their upcoming projects

Presenter:
Gary Klein of Gary Klein and Associates (garykleinassociates.com)

Boiler Basics for Energy Efficiency
2024-12-03 17:00 - 20:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
This safety & operation efficiency seminar compliments our “Boiler Water Treatment for Energy Efficiency” seminar. Owners and operators of boilers will receive an explanation of boiler controls, interlock safeties and combustion air requirements. They will also be presented with techniques which may help improve boiler and distribution system operation as well as increased efficiency. Air quality and boiler operation guidelines will also be discussed.

Paul Howland has over 50 years of experience in Boiler & HVAC systems operation and maintenance. After serving in the US Navy as a Boiler Technician, he worked at many large central heating and refrigeration plants as a Steam Engineer and instrument technician and moved on to manage large factory automation projects Hewlett-Packard, Beckman Instruments, and Emerson Electric, while attending college. Beginning as Central Plant Manager, Paul retired from the University of California, Irvine after 22 years as Executive Director of Facilities Management and two years as Facilities Director at CSU Long Beach. Paul is currently an instructor for the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program and an instructor with UC Irvine Department of Continuing Education in the Facilities Management Certificate program. Paul is also the COE of Hydro-Convergent Technologies Inc providing energy and water conservation solutions.
*Course qualifies for BOC maintenance of certification points toward BOC Level I or Level II credential. For more info, www.theboc.info

Air Sealing New and Retrofit Construction
2024-12-04 09:00 - 11:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 by step procedures and materials to air seal a new construction house, including Passive House, to virtually any airtightness and achieve deep reductions in retrofit work. You will be shown all steps from planning to construction and learn why, where, and when to air seal.

2025 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: What’s New
2024-12-04 11:00 - 13:30 UTC | Online
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.

Electric Construction Equipment
2024-12-04 13:00 - 15:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
This class is an introduction to electric construction equipment. The goal is to inform contractors and policy makers about the wide range of available electric bulldozers, backhoes, bobcats, cranes, forklifts, solar+battery generators, jackhammers, pressure washers, work trucks and more.
We will discuss the equipment’s practical features, costs, benefits and limitations.
Instructor Information: Sean Armstrong
Sean Armstrong was raised on a Wisconsin farm, has been part of seven farming businesses, co-owns a working ranch, and consults nationally on all-electric buildings and equipment. Sean co-authored eight practical design guides since 2016 for all-electric design and equipment, helps manufacturers invent new electric products, and designed half of the all-electric new construction in California between 2010-2020.

AC & HP Air Distribution Parts 1-4
2024-12-04 18:00 - 2024-12-05 19:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 of air distribution in HVAC systems, duct design, airflow rates, velocities, static pressures, terminal diffuser/grille types, and airflow instruments.
Part 2: Fundamental characteristics of air and the psychrometric chart from the perspective of installers and service technicians.
12/5/2024, 6:00-8:15pm Part 3: HVAC duct design methods, focusing on the Equal Friction Method, including rules, principles, and examples for determining duct sizes and airflow requirements.
Part 4: Practical application of the Equal Friction Method in designing residential and commercial duct systems, including heat load calculations, friction loss adjustments, duct layout planning, and friction rate calculations. Concludes with hands-on examples and commissioning preparations.

Date & Time

Dec 4, 2024 06:00 PM
Dec 4, 2024 07:15 PM
Dec 5, 2024 06:00 PM
Dec 5, 2024 07:15 PM

Installing Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWH) – In Partnership with SLO County Builders Exchange
2024-12-05 08:00 - 09:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 with hands-on material, this training will be useful to all audiences.
Light refreshments will be served.
This event is part of a series in partnership with local contractor associations. Check out the event flyer to learn more!
Learning Objectives

Understand why we need HPWHs
Distinguish how HPWHs are different from typical water heaters
Acquire practical skills through a hands-on demonstration on installing a HPWH in a closet
Understand the importance of Air Flow
Explore the do’s and don’ts of installation based on real-life examples

Instructors
Nick Brown, Build Smart Group
Gary Klein, Gary Klein & Associates

Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort, and Energy Efficiency: System Types, Install Strategies, Duct Design and Critical Details
2024-12-05 09:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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
Equipment selection criteria: Energy Recovery Ventilator (ERV) or Heat Recover Ventilator (HRV)
Heat recovery cores and their efficiencies
Fan motor types
Fan motor power and install issues that increase power consumption
Integrated with HVAC vs stand alone systems
Control strategies
Locating the system to maximize performance
Proper ducting for ventilation systems
Duct materials – where to use metal
How to size ducts for low static systems
Duct layout options
Outside Intake and exhaust grills
Ember and smoke intrusion
Room intake and exhaust grills
Grill sizing and sound
Filters, how many, how big and where do we need them
Low energy, high efficacy, recirculating air filter
Commissioning balanced ventilation systems
Measuring system energy performance
Measuring effective heat recovery

Building Electrification Fundamentals 2 - Overview of BE (Webinar)
2024-12-05 10:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 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.
Instructor Information:
Kavita Rodrigues
Kavita 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.
Kavita’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.
In 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.
Kavita 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.
Agenda:

California’s Clean Climate Goals and Pathway 2045
The Basics of Building Electrification
The Relationship Between EE, BE, TE, and DERs
Technology and Cost Trends
Demystifying BE
BE Preparedness
Future of Fossil Fuels in Buildings
Question and Answers

Learning Outcomes:
At the conclusion of this class participants will be able to:

Clearly define California’s climate goals and steps needed to achieve them
Communicate what BE is and what technologies are available
Explain how EE, BE, TE, and DERs will interact
Describe the steps needed to be prepared for an electric transition
Discuss the pros and cons of various clean fuel sources

Target Audience:

General Audience
Homeowners
Residential Installers
Commercial Installers
Designers
Planners
Engineers
Energy Managers
Facility Owners/Operators

Prerequisite(s):

None

Learning Units:

N/A

Learning Level:
Basic 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.
Special Instructions:
This is a Webinar class and internet access is required . Customers will receive a link to the webinar the Friday prior to the event.

Ventura County Electrification Incentive Breakfast for Contractors
2024-12-10 07:30 - 09:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Ventura County Government Center, 800 S Victoria Ave, Ventura, California
Event Description
Join 3C-REN, TECH Clean California, Santa Barbara Clean Energy, and Central Coast Community Energy for an in-person workshop to learn more about federal, state, and local incentives and rebates available across the Central Coast to support home electrification projects as well as upcoming training opportunities for your business. Breakfast will be provided for attendees.

Debunking Electrification Myths – Addressing Misconceptions about BE (Webinar)
2024-12-10 09:00 - 12:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
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 the benefits associated with building electrification, enabling them to make better informed choices that promote a sustainable and efficient future.
Instructor: Dave Intner – Licensed Architect, LEED AP and Certified Energy Manager within Southern California Edison’s Codes & Standards team as well as serving on the statewide AIA Committee on the Environment. Dave is a Past President of the AIA Ventura County, a four-year member of the LEED Energy and Atmosphere Technical Advisory Group (EA-TAG), and member of the board of directors of USGBC Los Angeles.
Learning Outcomes:

Identify the key clean energy technologies enabling a zero-net carbon future
Address common misconceptions regarding the performance of heat pumps and other electric technologies, their impact on grid infrastructure, and their affordability
Describe the efficiencies of electric end-use appliances and vehicles relative to their fossil-fuel combustion counterparts
Leverage available incentive programs, tax credits, and rebates supporting the deployment of heat pumps, electric equipment upgrades, and energy efficient appliances

Target Audience:

Architects
Building Department Staff
Realtors
Engineers
Energy Modelers
Engineers
General Contractor

Learning Level:
Basic 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.
Special Instructions:
This is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link to the webinar prior to the event.

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Niche Marketing Opportunities—Electrification, Healthy Home & IAQ, Wildfires & Power Outages
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Marketing for energy efficiency and home performance contractors often revolves around two overarching themes: indoor comfort and energy bill/incentive savings. But there are ways for companies to differentiate themselves from competitors and reach a growing number of homeowners driven by other motivations.
In this LEARN webinar, we’ll talk about how to move your marketing and sales efforts beyond the basics to reach more niche audiences. Topics include: Electrification—multi-stage upgrades, electrification-focused incentives, positioning yourself as a “whole home” contractor, environmental or green-focused messaging Healthy Home and Indoor Air Quality—testing, ventilation and HRVs/ERVs, how homeowners think about their health and their homes Wildfires & Power Outages—campaign timing, generators and battery storage services, solar panels.
In this San Diego Learn webinar, we’ll discuss this homeowner mindset, and how you can craft messaging that resonates with prospective customers, ands sets you apart from other contractors.
Topics include:
– How much do homeowners know about your services and broader concepts around electrification and energy efficiency? How do they feel about them?
– How to separate your audience into distinct marketing personas (and then develop marketing strategies to target each one)
– Common misconceptions and objections (and how to overcome them)

Santa Barbara County Electrification Incentive Lunch for Contractors
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Santa Barbara Golf Club (Mulligan’s Cafe), 3500 McCaw Ave, Santa Barbara, California
Event Description
Join 3C-REN, TECH Clean California, Santa Barbara Clean Energy, and Central Coast Community Energy for an in-person workshop to learn more about federal, state, and local incentives and rebates available across the Central Coast to support home electrification projects as well as upcoming training opportunities for your business.
Lunch will be provided for attendees.

Electric fireplaces—cozy and clean
2024-12-10 12:00 - 13:30 (America/Los_Angeles) | Online
Join us as we explore the many advantages of electric fireplaces as a modern, efficient, and cozy alternative to wood or natural gas. Electric fireplaces offer a perfect blend of warmth and ambiance, with realistic flames available in a range of colors and styles. Whether you’re looking for a heat-free fire to create a welcoming atmosphere during summer or a snug, reliable heat source for chilly winter nights, electric fireplaces can deliver. In this session, we’ll debunk the last major argument for natural gas—your fireplace—and show you why electric models are the future. Electric fireplace inserts are easy to install and maintain, and allow you to enjoy the comforting look of a flame and adjustable heat with just the click of a button. Unlike traditional gas fireplaces, electric inserts require no venting, complex wiring, or professional installation, making them a DIY-friendly upgrade that most homeowners can complete on their own. Whether you’re replacing a gas insert or installing a new unit, electric fireplaces are a hassle-free way to heat your home while reducing your reliance on fossil fuels—for some people, this is the last step to getting off of fossil gas completely. The latest electric fireplace models go beyond the traditional, offering cutting-edge technology that enhances the fireside experience. Features like touch-screen controls, customizable flame effects, and even smart home integration are taking the appeal of electric fireplaces to a whole new level. Join us for a 30-minute webinar in which we discuss: What types and styles of electric fireplaces are available? How easy are they to install? Can an electric fireplace replace a gas fireplace insert? What is the typical cost of an electric fireplace? What are the latest advancements in electric fireplaces? How efficient are they? Join us to discover how the evolution of fireplace technology is transforming the way we think about warmth, comfort, and sustainability.
