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SUMMARY:Making a High Quality Home Electrification Plan
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces the ingredients of a good electrification plan and shows participants how to produce one. Trainers will start by demonstrating how to gather critical data from a home\, including utility data\, key photos\, measurements and homeowner preferences. Next\, participants will learn how to use that data\, combined with load calculations (covered in the previous class)\, to select the best equipment for each end use in a home. Finally\, trainers will show how to pull all of the pieces together into a set of actionable reports that homeowners can use to guide them on their electrification journeys. Home electrification plans emerge as a potential brand builders and differentiators for building contractors and tradespeople. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nGathering data for a quality electrification plan\nEquipment selection\nKey customer reports\nMaking the plan actionable\nInstallation costs and incentives\nKeeping operating costs low\nMyths of electrification debunked\nSelling points of an electrification plan\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify the data that needs to be collected for a good electrification plan and where to find it\nSelect a set of electric appliances that both meets a client’s needs and avoids increasing the size of the main electrical panel\nProduce a detailed project plan that shows how to achieve full electrification\nProduce a wiring plan that helps guide electricians toward accurate bids even when electrification is phased over a couple of years\nDescribe how a plan helps customers gain the confidence to get started on electrification and avoid missteps\nArticulate how electrification planning may boost sales or result in strong referrals
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/making-a-high-quality-home-electrification-plan/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T130000
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SUMMARY:Preparing Buildings for Wildfire Resiliency in 2025 and Beyond
DESCRIPTION:3C-REN invites building professionals and community members to join us for an in-person forum on November 4\, 2025\, from 10 AM – 1 PM at the Louise Lowry Davis Center in Santa Barbara. \nThis forum\, Preparing Buildings for Wildfire Resiliency in 2025 and Beyond\, will host a diverse panel of experts exploring perspectives on recent wildfire rebuilding efforts\, strategies to strengthen building wildfire resiliency\, and how recently adopted code updates prompted by wildfires such as AB 130 and Executive Order N-29-25 affect the current rebuilding process. \nAttendees will have a chance to engage with the speakers and network with fellow attendees while enjoying lunch following the conclusion of the presentations. \nAll attendees will be entered into a giveaway. At the end of the forum\, one lucky attendee will be selected to receive an air purifier so be sure to stay through the end of the program for your chance to win! \nAfter attending this forum\, participants will be able to: \n\nUnderstand upcoming 2025 Energy Code changes related to wildfire-driven code updates including AB 130 and Executive Order N-29-25\, and how these influence local rebuilding efforts.\nIdentify obstacles and opportunities to permitting rebuilds after wildfires\nExplain the most effective and cost-efficient home hardening strategies that meet the Energy Code\nGain insights into how wildfire resilient design on homes influence firefighting strategies.\nExplore ways to encourage wildfire resilient buildings\n\n  \nAfter the forum\, from 1:30 – 2:30 PM\, join us for a special tour of the County of Santa Barbara Emergency Operations Center & Regional Fire Communications Center which is the first building in Santa Barbara to achieve net zero energy status. This state-of-the-art facility not only showcases sustainable design but also serves a vital mission: delivering exceptional medical\, fire\, and rescue dispatch services for public safety partners across Santa Barbara County. More details to follow after registering for the tour. \nSpeakers \n\nMike Horgan\, Cairn Collaborative\nAndy Pease\, In Balance Green Consulting\nRyan Cullinen\, Allen Construction\nChris Olmstead\, Santa Barbara County Fire Department
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/preparing-buildings-for-wildfire-resiliency-in-2025-and-beyond/
LOCATION:Louise Lowry Davis Center\, 111 W. Victoria Street\, Santa Barbara
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251104T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T013945Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T013945Z
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SUMMARY:Handling a Chaotic Work Environment: How To Prioritize Work and Make Smart Decisions Under Pressure
DESCRIPTION:Feeling stretched thin? Drowning in decisions? In today’s fast-paced\, always-on work environment\, managing competing demands can feel impossible. This dynamic\, interactive webinar is here to change that. \nJoin business performance expert Chris DeVany for a hands-on session packed with real-world tools\, techniques\, and exercises to help you cut through the chaos\, clarify priorities\, and make confident\, impactful decisions – especially under pressure. You’ll walk away with an actionable plan to handle complex workloads and drive stronger results\, even in unpredictable times.\nWhether you’re leading a team\, juggling multiple roles\, or simply trying to stay ahead of the curve\, this session will re-energize your approach to productivity and performance! \nLearning Objectives: \n\nPinpoint the highest-impact tasks and stay focused in high-pressure situations\nSharpen your communication to clarify expectations and reduce rework\nEvaluate choices effectively to make sound\, confident decisions\nCommunicate decisions clearly to gain buy-in and minimize resistance\n\nAbout the Instructor:\nChris DeVany is the founder and president of Pinnacle Performance Improvement Worldwide\, a firm which focuses on management and organization development. Pinnacle’s clients include government agencies from the United States\, the Royal Government of Saudi Arabia\, Canada\, Cayman Islands\, global organizations such as Visa International\, Cadence Design Systems\, Coca Cola\, Sprint\, Microsoft\, Aviva Insurance\, Schlumberger and over 500 other organizations in 22 countries. His book 90 Days to a High-Performance Team\, published by McGraw Hill\, is helping thousands of executives\, managers and team leaders improve performance.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/handling-a-chaotic-work-environment-how-to-prioritize-work-and-make-smart-decisions-under-pressure/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Performance Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251105T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T011519Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T011519Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: Lighting
DESCRIPTION:Do you specify\, design\, install\, or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled residences? Or do you evaluate proposed lighting designs for compliance with California’s 2025 Residential Energy Code? If so\, this course is for you! \nActivities and information presented in the class focus on Title 24\, Part 6 (Energy Code) requirements for: \n\nLighting and lighting controls inside single-family homes\nOutdoor lighting and lighting controls for single-family homes\nIndoor and outdoor lighting controlled from within a multifamily dwelling unit or hotel/motel guest room\n\nThe class will cover 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 (high-efficacy light source Energy Code requirements). \nWe will review a variety of products available and how to identify if they are “certified.” Understanding the how and when of the Energy Code for residential lighting installations can be hard. Let us help make it easy.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-residential-standards-lighting/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T011631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T011631Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: What’s New
DESCRIPTION: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.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2025-title-24-part-6-essentials-residential-standards-whats-new-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T013047Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T013047Z
UID:68646-1762419600-1762425000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:BayREN C&S Training: Heat Pump HVAC for Building Departments
DESCRIPTION:Heat pumps are an increasingly popular technology that are a highly efficient means of providing heating and cooling in residential and commercial buildings. This course will describe Heat Pump HVAC\, when HP-HVAC are allowed under 2022 Codes\, code requirements for installation\, and how to complete compliance forms.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bayren-cs-training-heat-pump-hvac-for-building-departments-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BAYREN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251106T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T001840Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T001840Z
UID:68622-1762425000-1762430400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Conversations on 2025 CA Energy Code Updates for Lighting and Other Electrical Systems
DESCRIPTION:Course description\n\n\n\n\n\nBy 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”. \nThis class will present the most common questions being asked about the changes in the 2025 California’s Energy Code for electrical systems including lighting\, electrical power distribution\, photovoltaics\, batteries and electric mechanical systems. Two energy code geeks\, Charles Knuffke (Wattstopper Legrand) and Gina Griffiths Rodda (Gabel Energy for Energy Code Ace)\, will discuss popular topics and the impactful changes that will affect design decisions as our industry prepares for this new code cycle going into effect January 1\, 2026.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/conversations-on-2025-ca-energy-code-updates-for-lighting-and-other-electrical-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251106T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251106T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251105T040259Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251105T040259Z
UID:68667-1762444800-1762448400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Overcoming Heat Pump Hesitation
DESCRIPTION:Are you ready to meet the future of clean energy head-on? Then join this free webinar brought to you on behalf of the South Coast Air Quality Management District GO ZERO program! \nWe’ll provide an overview of practical methods to isolate heating and cooling operational costs using existing meter data\, providing powerful insights to support customer conversations. Our experts will break down complex concepts into clear\, actionable steps\, showing you how to integrate the latest clean energy technologies and practices to build a more resilient\, profitable\, and sustainable business.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/overcoming-heat-pump-hesitation/
CATEGORIES:South Coast AQMD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251107T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T001100Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T001100Z
UID:68620-1762506000-1762511400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Tools for Making a Home Electrification Plan
DESCRIPTION:This course introduces exciting new software tools that are available to make home electrification easier. Trainers will demonstrate in detail an iOS-based electrification planning app that makes a home electrification plan easy to produce. This application prompts users with questions to ask homeowners\, guides the collection of onsite data\, assists with equipment selection\, performs heat pump sizing and electric load calculations and offers detailed project plans for tradespeople\, in addition to wiring plans and load calculations in a useful format for securing permits. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nIntroduction to an iOS-based electrification planning tool\nDemonstration of the tool for making a complete plan\nDiscussion of additional planning tools\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDownload and use at least one available on-line tool for making home electrification plans\nExplain how a plan can help make the most of an existing electrical panel\nGenerate an electrification plan for their own home\nList three critical elements of a good home electrification plan\nDescribe how a plan helps homeowners gain the confidence to get started on electrification and avoid missteps
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tools-for-making-a-home-electrification-plan/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251112T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T013152Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T013152Z
UID:68648-1762938000-1762943400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:BayREN C&S Training: How the Energy Code Treats Electrification
DESCRIPTION:This course focuses on the Energy and Green Building Code for residential buildings\, provides an overview of the current electrification landscape\, and highlights how electric appliances are impacted by different aspects of the Building Code as well as planning and zoning.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bayren-cs-training-how-the-energy-code-treats-electrification-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:BAYREN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251112T170000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251112T180000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251030T010501Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251101T043757Z
UID:68611-1762966800-1762970400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Hiring Made Smarter: Leveraging Workforce Development Programs
DESCRIPTION:Join us on November 12 at 5 pm for an engaging conversation on workforce development programs featuring MCE and Emerald Cities Collaborative. This session will highlight an overview of their program goals\, requirements\, and available resources. \nExplore partnerships and connect with leading organizations to access fully qualified hires\, create career opportunities by investing in local talent\, and strengthen your community through collaboration.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/hiring-made-smarter-leveraging-workforce-development-programs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Efficiency First California
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20251118
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20251120
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20250723T234147Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250723T234147Z
UID:67996-1763424000-1763596799@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:US Heat Pump Summit
DESCRIPTION:The US Heat Pump Summit is a comprehensive event for contracting firm owners and their teams. The Summit brings together behind the scenes business lessons from top contractors with the best technical trainers in the industry\, all in a track based program to maximize your organization’s value from attending the event. \nReaching beyond typical training\, the Summit hosts contractor centered presentations and conversations with regulators\, rebate providers and implementers\, energy industry experts\, members of the private equity investment community\, and more. \nSummit attendees and sponsors consistently highlight the high quality of speakers and fellow attendees as a reason they’re making this event a must attend each year.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/us-heat-pump-summit/
LOCATION:DCU Center\, Worcester\, MA\, United States
CATEGORIES:US Heat Pump Summit
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20250820T062204Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250820T062204Z
UID:68050-1763456400-1763463600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects (3 Part Series)
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of 3 – November 18\, 2025 (9am – 11am) \nPart 2 of 3 – November 20\, 2025 (9am – 11am) \nPart 3 of 3 – December 2\, 2025 (9am – 11am) \n  \nAir sealing and insulating are foundational to high performance homes\, with numerous interactive benefits for the home and occupants. The Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects series will provide job-ready strategies and techniques for building more durable\, healthier\, comfortable and energy efficient homes. \n  \nInstructor Bio: \nDan Perunko \nDan Perunko is cofounder of Balance Point Home Performance Company. In 2006\, along with Gavin Healy\, Dan started a successful company providing full service home performance analysis\, retrofits\, consultations\, and trainings. Dan works on new and existing construction designs and hands on installations of enclosures\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and indoor air quality components based on tested performance outcomes. Dan especially enjoys improving existing homes to provide homeowners with levels of comfort and energy consumption that they have not believed possible. Dan is a professional trainer who designs and delivers full and multi day courses for California’s utility companies (energy training centers) and ACI national and regional conferences. Dan brings his experience from construction\, design and building analysis\, to make his class materials relevant\, useful and understandable regardless of the attendees’ level of experience.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/air-sealing-and-insulating-for-electrification-projects-3-part-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T000133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T000133Z
UID:68613-1763456400-1763470800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification: Lessons from the Field
DESCRIPTION:Part 1 of 2 – November 18\, 2025 (9am – 1pm) \nBy 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”. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nHeat pumps and electrification: necessity and benefits\nHeat pump basics\nHeat pump considerations\nCase studies\nElectrification financing resources\nClosing thought on heat pumps
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-lessons-from-the-field/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T012720Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T012720Z
UID:68642-1763463600-1763470800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Using Wrightsoft for Residential Load Calculations
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nSoftware is a powerful and useful tool\, but it is not magic\, nor does it know if it has been fed accurate information. ACCA Manual J Residential Load Calculation is a detailed and complex procedure with many do’s and don’ts. The various ACCA-approved softwares assist with the math involved\, but they cannot produce accurate load calculations if the user does not know the procedures detailed in Manual J. This virtual training will guide participants through the Manual J procedures for a simple house in the MiTek Wrightsoft software. This will be both a beginning learning experience of the Manual J procedures as well as a glimpse into how that procedure is applied within a software program. \nLearning Objectives \n\nParticipants will experience the creation of a heating and cooling load calculation in the MiTek Wrightsoft Right-Suite Universal software.\nParticipants will learn that a load calculation is only as accurate as the inputs.\nParticipants will understand why the survey procedure is so important to producing an accurate load calculation.\nParticipants will learn what information needs to be obtained about a residence in order to create an accurate load calculation.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/using-wrightsoft-for-residential-load-calculations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251118T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T011143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T011143Z
UID:68631-1763467200-1763472600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Empowering Access: Making Sustainable Technology Affordable for Every Home
DESCRIPTION:How do we make sustainability scalable? In this talk\, Levven shares how it’s using innovation and design to democratize access to smart\, sustainable electrical systems so that every homeowner\, regardless of income or geography\, can benefit from efficient\, connected living. \nLearning Objectives: \n1. Identify the main inefficiencies in traditional electrical installations. \n2. Explore how wireless power and control systems can significantly reduce material costs and labor time. \n3. Learn about Levven’s vision for accessible sustainability through design and engineering. \n4. Gain insight on how continuity and replication is the key to build efficient construction practices to reduce cost across all aspects.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/empowering-access-making-sustainable-technology-affordable-for-every-home/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:EEBA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T013824Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T013824Z
UID:68650-1763542800-1763548200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:HRV & ERV IN EXISTING MULTI-FAMILY BUILDINGS
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nWhether compelled by changing code or by market demand for better ventilation\, providing ventilation in existing multi-family buildings is a challenge. This training explores how balanced ventilation can be added to current buildings for maximum occupant comfort and energy savings. In this training\, learners will: \n\nObtain a basic overview of balanced ventilation\, specifically in multi-family applications\nIdentify design and installation considerations in HRV choice for multi-family buildings\nUtilize information from lessons learned in the field regarding HRV choice and installation in multi-family buildings
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/hrv-erv-in-existing-multi-family-buildings/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T000302Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T000659Z
UID:68615-1763542800-1763557200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification: Lessons from the Field - Part 2
DESCRIPTION:Part 2 of 2 – November 19\, 2025 (9am – 1pm) \nBy 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”. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nDecarbonization motivation\nHeat pump types & retrofit opportunities\nLow temperature operation and refrigerants\nCase studies and best practices\nHeat pump system design exercise\nLooking ahead and wrap-up
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-lessons-from-the-field-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251119T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251031T012906Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251031T012906Z
UID:68644-1763577000-1763582400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Smarter: Your Step-by-Step Home Upgrade Plan
DESCRIPTION:Event Description \nThinking about upgrading your home but not sure where to start? Join us for an engaging and practical session designed to help Central Coast homeowners plan smarter electrification projects that save money\, increase comfort\, and avoid costly mistakes. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll learn: \n\nHow to chart your personal electrification roadmap—from heating and cooling to water heating\, cooking\, and EV charging.\nWhich upgrades to prioritize first\, and how to avoid the common pitfalls that derail many projects.\nThe five most important steps to prepare your home\, including panel readiness\, ductwork\, and insulation improvements\nHow to budget\, sequence\, and bundle projects for maximum efficiency and incentives.\n\nYou’ll walk away with a clear strategy to transform your home into a more comfortable\, efficient\, and resilient space—on your timeline and budget. \nInstructor \nLarry Waters\, Electrify My Home
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-smarter-your-step-by-step-home-upgrade-plan/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251120T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20250930T040308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T040308Z
UID:68488-1763629200-1763636400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects: Addressing Common Hazard During Energy Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Course description\n\n\n\n\n\nPart 2 of 3 – November 20\, 2025 (9am – 11am) \nUpgrading the thermal and air leakage performance of existing homes exposes a variety of hazards that many professionals either do not know how to address or how to communicate the importance of the issue to the customer. Estimators and installers\, including DIY homeowners\, take on additional liability when they fail to identify and remediate existing hazards during upgrade projects. In this two-hour class\, instructor Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will cover the most common hazards that are regularly uncovered during energy upgrades and provide some practical strategies for resolving those issues. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nWhat hazards are exposed in typical efficiency upgrades\nWhat is the risk management plan for addressing these hazards\nAsbestos insulation\nElectrical system faults\nCombustion appliance vents and clearance to combustible materials\nCombustion appliance vents that do not effectively remove pollutants from the building\nNon-IC rated recessed fixtures\nVents that re-entrain gases or moisture in the building\nBiological growth on building surfaces\nImpact of realigning the air barrier or thermal boundary\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nIdentify three or more common hazards that may be uncovered during energy upgrades\nList two or more repairs to mitigate common electrical hazards that are uncovered during energy upgrades\nIdentify the difference between fixtures which can be safely sealed with conventional air sealing material\, and those that require high temperature sealant or treatments\nLearn one or more key differences between combustion appliances that have single wall metal\, double wall metal and plastic vent systems\nIdentify how targeted air sealing strategies enhance building envelope performance\, reduce energy loads\, and enable the successful implementation of electrification
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/air-sealing-and-insulating-for-electrification-projects-addressing-common-hazard-during-energy-upgrades/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251201T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T005018Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T005018Z
UID:68706-1764577800-1764586800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Title 24: What’s New in the Residential 2025 Energy Code
DESCRIPTION:The 2025 Title 24 Building Energy Code is more stringent than prior versions as the CEC aligns Title 24 with statewide clean energy goals. The new standards are intended to pivot the code to emphasize the reduction of greenhouse gas emissions in California. Martyn Dodd will summarize the new and revised requirements in the 2025 Code for single family and multi-family 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. 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/title-24-whats-new-in-the-residential-2025-energy-code/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251202T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20250930T040554Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250930T040554Z
UID:68490-1764666000-1764673200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Air Sealing and Insulating for Electrification Projects: Developing a Work Scope for Attic Efficiency Upgrades
DESCRIPTION:Part 3 of 3 – December 2\, 2025 (9am – 11am) \nEffective work scopes help contractors and customers achieve specific performance goals in a home’s attic efficiency upgrade. Developing a comprehensive\, goal-oriented work scope can help contractors sell more jobs\, differentiate their work from other contractors bidding on the job\, and enables customers to prioritize their home upgrades within their budget\, allowing for the possibility of future improvements. In this session\, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will draw upon his contractor experience to discuss how he approaches attic efficiency work scopes\, from demolition\, material selection and installation\, to commissioning. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nHow is high-performance a different business model\nSetting your company standards\nHow to define cost-effective\nIdentify the outcomes the customer would like to achieve\nDefining outcomes in the work scope\nDeveloping costs for specific outcomes\nUsing options to define good\, better\, best\nUsing notes to clarify limits of what work accomplishes\nNegotiating the outcomes in the work scope\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nSpecify at least three or more performance outcomes the work scope helps define\nExplain one or more ways that a high-performance work scope is different from an industry standard sale process\nSynthesize the home performance outcomes the customer would like to achieve\nDescribe one or more examples of how to itemize the work scope to facilitate a better understanding of cost segregation\nIdentify how targeted air sealing strategies enhance building envelope performance\, reduce energy loads\, and enable the successful implementation of electrification
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/air-sealing-and-insulating-for-electrification-projects-developing-a-work-scope-for-attic-efficiency-upgrades/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T093000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T021855Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T021855Z
UID:68726-1764745200-1764754200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Heat Pump Water Heater Education
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers Heat Pump Water Heating (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.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-heat-pump-water-heater-education-2/
CATEGORIES:TECH Clean California
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251203T100000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251203T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T020503Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T020503Z
UID:68711-1764756000-1764763200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrification & Home Performance Performance Series 4: All About Quality Insulation Installation (QII)
DESCRIPTION:Building electrification replaces fossil fuel systems with electric alternatives. As California shifts to all-electric homes\, understanding home performance is essential. Key factors like energy efficiency\, air-sealing\, and insulation reduce energy use\, improve air quality\, and increase comfort. High performance homes use less energy\, making electrification smoother and more sustainable. \nThis class is the fourth in a series on Electrification & Home Performance and covers the requirements and concepts behind QII testing. \nEnhance your knowledge with a single class or complete the series for a thorough understanding of the relationship between home performance and electrification.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrification-home-performance-performance-series-4-all-about-quality-insulation-installation-qii/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251204T083000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251205T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251113T065016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251113T065016Z
UID:68678-1764837000-1764952200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Comprehensive Electrification Training Bootcamp
DESCRIPTION:This course provides a robust introduction into residential building electrification. It is designed for construction trade personnel of all levels including owners\, sales managers\, salespeople\, installers\, service technicians\, and office support staff (primarily Day 1 for support staff). A key distinction of this training is its design and delivery by Electrify My Home\, a pioneering HVAC electrification company with real field experience navigating the ins and outs of this exciting new pathway.21865
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/comprehensive-electrification-training-bootcamp/
LOCATION:21865 Copley Dr\, 21865 Copley Dr\, Diamond Bar\, CA\, 91765\, United States
CATEGORIES:South Coast AQMD
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251208T113000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T004813Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T004813Z
UID:68704-1765184400-1765193400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Debunking Electrification Myths – Addressing Misconceptions about BE
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.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/debunking-electrification-myths-addressing-misconceptions-about-be-2/
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251209T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251209T080000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T021005Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T021005Z
UID:68715-1765263600-1765267200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Training at West Lake Village
DESCRIPTION:Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) are becoming the standard in California. This free training will prepare your plumbers to install them correctly to avoid callbacks and achieve their full potential in terms of efficiency\, capacity\, longevity\, and customer satisfaction. We’ll cover how they work\, the range of models available on the market\, the critical detail of air flow\, and research on closet installs and condensation risk. You’ll come out prepared to add heat pump water heaters to your business and avoid some common installation hurdles.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/heat-pump-water-heater-installation-training-at-west-lake-village/
LOCATION:31240 Cedar Valley Dr\, 31240 Cedar Valley Dr\, West Lake Village\, CA\, 91362\, United States
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20251209T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T003557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T003557Z
UID:68696-1765270800-1765278000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Introduction to Heating and Cooling Load Calculations for Electrification Projects
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, Judy Rachel will explain what a heating/cooling load calculation is and how it provides essential information for the successful implementation of electrification projects. Beyond providing the essential information for properly sizing a residence’s HVAC system\, the heating / cooling load calculation informs electrification project design and planning in significant ways. In addition\, this presentation will explore the business case for this important planning step within the construction process. \nAccurately calculating the heating and cooling loads for a building provides the information necessary to choose appropriately sized space conditioning equipment. Right-sizing HVAC equipment provides a significant advantage in electrification projects. When pursuing electrification using right-sized\, typically\, lower capacity HVAC equipment you will frequently negate the need for panel upgrades. This contributes significantly to reducing project costs\, while saving on energy consumption and ongoing costs to comfortably condition a given home.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-heating-and-cooling-load-calculations-for-electrification-projects/
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251210T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251210T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T021308Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T021308Z
UID:68718-1765350000-1765355400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Training at Ferguson Santa Maria
DESCRIPTION:Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) are becoming the standard in California. This free training will prepare your plumbers to install them correctly to avoid callbacks and achieve their full potential in terms of efficiency\, capacity\, longevity\, and customer satisfaction. We’ll cover how they work\, the range of models available on the market\, the critical detail of air flow\, and research on closet installs and condensation risk. You’ll come out prepared to add heat pump water heaters to your business and avoid some common installation hurdles.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/heat-pump-water-heater-installation-training-at-ferguson-santa-maria/
LOCATION:1209 Betteravia Rd\, 1209 Betteravia Rd\, Santa Maria\, CA\, 93455\, United States
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20251211T070000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20251211T083000
DTSTAMP:20260403T125530
CREATED:20251119T021610Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251119T021610Z
UID:68721-1765436400-1765441800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Training at Ferguson San Luis Obispo
DESCRIPTION:Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) are becoming the standard in California. This free training will prepare your plumbers to install them correctly to avoid callbacks and achieve their full potential in terms of efficiency\, capacity\, longevity\, and customer satisfaction. We’ll cover how they work\, the range of models available on the market\, the critical detail of air flow\, and research on closet installs and condensation risk. You’ll come out prepared to add heat pump water heaters to your business and avoid some common installation hurdles.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/heat-pump-water-heater-installation-training-at-ferguson-san-luis-obispo/
LOCATION:4546 Broad St\, 4546 Broad St\, San Luis Obispo\, CA\, 93401\, United States
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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