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Hot Water Design for Heat Pump Water Heaters

The California Energy Commission is currently pursuing many programs which are aimed at decarbonizing our energy infrastructure including all-electric cooking, space heating and water heating. The commercial foodservice industry has started to adopt efficient electric cooking equipment as the first step towards all-electric, zero net carbon kitchens. This class explains how the foodservice industry can take the most important next step towards zero carbon by addressing one of the biggest barriers: How to replace the traditional gas-fired hot water systems

ELECTRIFY EFFICIENTLY: ELECTRICAL PANEL ASSESSMENTS – EXAMPLES FOR HEAT PUMP INSTALLERS – WEBINAR

Online

Part 3 of 5 - November 10, 2023 (12pm - 1:30pm) As more California homeowners begin electrifying their homes, heat pump installers will be faced with the challenge of navigating electrical panel challenges including condition, capacity, fitment, supply chain, etc. With panel and service upgrades being costly and complex, it’s important for practitioners to understand their options for running new circuits. In this session, you’ll hear Electrify My Home discuss real-world electrical panel scenarios including visual assessments, electrical load calculations,

ACEEE: Behavior, Energy & Climate Change (BECC) Conference

BECC is the premier conference focused on understanding human behavior and decision-making and using that knowledge to accelerate the transition to a low-carbon future. Since 2007, BECC has fostered understanding individual and organizational behavior and decision-making related to energy usage, greenhouse gas emissions, climate change, and sustainability. BECC is more than just a conference—it is a fun social community that is passionate and excited about mitigating climate change. The event, co-convened by ACEEE, prides itself on finding innovative ways to

Heat Pump Summit – The event for contractors and building professionals serious about heat pumps

UCB MLK Student Union, Pauley Ballroom, East & West 2495 Bancroft Way, Berkeley, United States

A heat pump focused event for HVAC and plumbing contractors with the goal of improving how heat pumps are sold, designed, installed, and commissioned. Hosted in association with the Eneref Institute, the Summit features expert-led training from a building science based approach, broad knowledge across topics including how heat pumps fit into a customer’s home electrification journey, the future of the grid, and more. Attendees and sponsors encompass HVAC and plumbing contractors, both startup and established heat pump manufacturers, electrified

Course: BOC 1005 Part 1 Indoor Environmental Quality

Online

Course Description: Participants will learn about the causes of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) problems and the relationships between cause, control, occupant sensitivity, and ventilation to develop a reliable method of diagnosis and remediation. Instructor Information: Mike Smith Agenda: Indoor Environmental Quality Overview Fundamentals of Indoor Environmental Quality Preventing IEQ Problems Effective Communication Course Project Learning Outcomes: At the completion of Indoor Environmental Quality, a participant will be able to: Describe the key factors that determine indoor environmental quality in commercial

Manufacturer Roundtable: Air Source Heat Pumps

Online

Air source heat pumps for space heating are a key technology in helping individuals, building owners and communities move towards rapid electrification and decarbonization. The roundtable will feature panelists from leading air source heat pump manufacturers who will share the latest research, developments, and updates on their products. This online roundtable will explore the different heat pump technologies – from ductless to ducted systems – and highlight which heat pump configurations work best in varying applications, climates, building types, and

Course: BOC 1005 Part 2 Indoor Environmental Quality

Online

Course Description: Participants will learn about the causes of indoor environmental quality (IEQ) problems and the relationships between cause, control, occupant sensitivity, and ventilation to develop a reliable method of diagnosis and remediation. Instructor Information: Mike Smith Agenda: Indoor Environmental Quality Overview Fundamentals of Indoor Environmental Quality Preventing IEQ Problems Effective Communication Course Project Learning Outcomes: At the completion of Indoor Environmental Quality, a participant will be able to: Describe the key factors that determine indoor environmental quality in commercial

Course: HOME ASSESSMENTS FOR DECARBONIZATION – CLASS 6

Online

This is class 6 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class. This class is designed to prepare building practitioners, who have basic to advanced knowledge of residential building, to assist homeowners on their pathways to electrification. We will cover all phases of the assessment process from understanding homeowner goals and setting expectations, through a methodical investigation and documentation of existing

Course: Residential Heat Pump Installation & Commissioning for Installers, Raters & Commissioning Agents P1

  Transitioning residential and commercial heating and cooling systems from gas to electric is a key component in California’s plan to reduce emissions of global warming gasses. You, the field staff in the HVAC trades will be installing more and more heat pumps as electrification efforts continue to ramp up. It turns out that there are large variations in the operating efficiency of heat pumps that result from our installation and commissioning practices. This webinar will focus on installation practices,

Course: Residential Heat Pump Installation & Commissioning for Installers, Raters & Commissioning Agents P2

Online

Transitioning residential and commercial heating and cooling systems from gas to electric is a key component in California’s plan to reduce emissions of global warming gasses. You, the field staff in the HVAC trades will be installing more and more heat pumps as electrification efforts continue to ramp up. It turns out that there are large variations in the operating efficiency of heat pumps that result from our installation and commissioning practices. This class will focus on installation practices, troubleshooting

Electrification and Green Building

View a free course with an overview of electrification. Each month in 2023, USGBC will share a handpicked education course or two about a specific aspect of green building that will be free for that month only. For the month of December, take advantage of a free course sharing an overview of the benefits of electrification for green builders. Electrification and Green Building Basic level | 1 CE credit | Created by USGBC and Triple Green Building Group, LLC | Presentation format Beneficial electrification

Sandwiches Without Bread: The Envelope’s Role During Heat Pump Installations

Online

With new incentives, technologies, regulations, demand for heat pumps have outpaced the demand for combustion furnaces. In our previous webinars, we’ve explored the challenges HVAC companies and technicians face when designing, installing, and commissioning heat pumps, but there’s another vital element that many HVAC contractors overlook - the building envelope. In this live webinar, Jeremy Begley from HVAC Design Partners will lead a discussion with air sealing, insulation, and testing experts to explore why incentivizing heat pumps without envelope upgrades