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SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards: Envelope
DESCRIPTION:If you design\, specify\, construct\, install or inspect the envelope components of Single-family building projects\, this course is for you! In it\, you’ll learn what ceiling/attic\, wall and floor insulation is required by California’s 2022 Energy Code. \nYou’ll also find out how fenestration products are certified and the effect of shading on fenestration efficiency. \nAlso explore the envelope component requirements for an Accessory Dwelling Unit conversion. \n 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-standards-envelope/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240309T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
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SUMMARY:Heat Pump Workshop for Space and Water Heating
DESCRIPTION:RCEA is holding two expert presentations on heat pump space and water heating. Learn how heat pumps work\, what the benefits are\, about ducted and ductless systems\, what various kinds of systems are\, and what’s involved in installing and maintaining them. There will be plenty of time for Q&A and a chance to talk with local heat pump contractors. Attendees will learn about general federal\, state\, and local rebates and incentives that are available.  \nSchedule for the day:  \n\n8:30 Meet local heat pump contractors & enjoy refreshments\n9:00-10:30 Presentation 1 – Heat Pump Space Heaters & Q&A\n10:30-11:00 Refreshments and time with local contractors\, our expert instructor Dan Perunko\, and RCEA staff\n11:00-12:15 Presentation 2 – Heat Pump Water Heaters & Q&A\n12:15-1:00 More time with local contractors\, instructor Dan Perunko\, and RCEA staff\n\nRSVPs are encouraged but not required by emailing info@RedwoodEnergy.org. \n\n\nRCEA Rebates and Resources\nRCEA Contractor & Vendor Network
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/heat-pump-workshop-for-space-and-water-heating/
LOCATION:D Street Neighborhood Center\, 1301 D Street\, Arcata
CATEGORIES:Reedwood Coast Energy Center
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T170000
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SUMMARY:High Performance Buildings & Careers – Class 1: High Performance Fundamentals Series
DESCRIPTION:This is class 1 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. \n  \nCode compliance is a minimum standard for building performance; by contrast\, “high performance” refers to buildings that are designed\, built\, and commissioned to exceed the performance of conventional buildings in energy efficiency\, durability\, comfort\, safety\, and indoor air quality. The magnitude of the opportunity to fill this gap cannot be over-emphasized. For example\, field research found that a single-day high-performance retrofit can improve HVAC system performance in new homes by an average of 25%. While the mainstream building industry strives for code compliance\, a small fraction of those in the industry adopt high-performance practices and produce homes and commercial facilities with lower energy use\, greater resilience\, exceptional durability\, outstanding comfort\, and low to zero onsite emissions. These individuals are consistently in demand\, command higher wages\, win awards\, and have the satisfaction of building a better world for themselves\, their families\, and communities. The secret sauce? Setting quantitative goals\, measuring performance\, and marketing the superior outcomes. \n  \nThis class – the first of six in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Program – is an introduction to the opportunities presented by working in the realm of high-performance buildings\, and how to create a place for yourself within that realm. \nLearning Objectives \nAfter attending this class\, participants will be able to: \n\nExplain the concept of high performance building and the roles of ‘building as a system\,’ building science\, and quantitative assessment in achieving high performance\nUnderstand the connections between high performance building\, human health\, resiliency\, climate change mitigation\, and State energy and climate regulatory trends\nEnumerate the benefits of high-performance building design\, construction\, and commissioning\, including providing quantitative examples of improvements that can be achieved by adopting a high-performance approach\nBegin transitioning to high-performance building practices\n\n  \n1.5 AIA|HSW LU’s available for this course \nInstructors: \n\nAnn Edminster\, Design AVEnues LLC
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/high-performance-buildings-careers-class-1-high-performance-fundamentals-series-3/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240307T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240224T064035Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T053837Z
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SUMMARY:Retrofitting Homes for Electrification and Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:From alignment with California’s decarbonization goals and local ordinances prohibiting new gas installs\, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will outline the necessary steps to electrify an existing single-family home and how to manage whole house strategies for successful electrification retrofits. Case studies demonstrating successful electrification projects will highlight the opportunities to overcome challenges presented by existing infrastructure and planning for backup power during PSPS events.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/retrofitting-homes-for-electrification-and-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240305T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240305T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240224T064304Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T053924Z
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SUMMARY:Affordable & Equitable Home Electrification Retrofits: QuitCarbon's Lessons Learned from 1\,500+ Homes
DESCRIPTION:QuitCarbon has been offering free\, expert home electrification retrofit planning\, contractor referrals\, bid benchmarking\, rebate optimization\, and more to homes across California for nearly two years. In this dynamic\, fast-paced session\, you’ll learn many hard-won lessons from QuitCarbon’s collaborations with non-profits\, governments\, single-family homeowners\, and the local small-business contractors that install heat pumps\, do electrical work\, insulate and weatherize\, etc. This session is ideal for utility\, government\, non-profit\, and program administrator organizations that have ambitious goals around residential decarbonization retrofits and are seeking state-of-the-art tactics for making electrification happen sooner\, cheaper\, and better.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/affordable-equitable-home-electrification-retrofits-quitcarbons-lessons-learned-from-1500-homes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240305T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240305T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240123T082850Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T053945Z
UID:63164-1709631000-1709636400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Recovery Ventilators: Energy Savings and Compliance Credit in the 2022 Energy Code
DESCRIPTION:Improved health and cognitive performance. Easier Title 24 compliance. Utility bill savings. These are the reasons to consider incorporating Heat Recovery Ventilators & Energy Recovery Ventilators (collectively Recovery Ventilators or RVs) into your next high-performance home project. \nNick Brown\, the instructor installed his first RV in his home during COVID\, when his daughter and two friends did their schoolwork from the office together. CO2 levels spiked in the early afternoon in that room\, because only Title 24 minimum mechanical ventilation was designed into the house. He solved the problem by installing a Heat Recovery Ventilator and has advocated for these systems ever since. The new All-electric ADU he built has one\, as well\, and we will draw on these experiences and data gathered from these units to better understand these mechanical ventilation systems and their benefits. \nWe will also go over how to add an RV to a Title 24 compliance energy model and the change in energy use that results. We’ll present various configurations of RVs\, including through-the-wall paired units\, packaged HRVs and packaged ERVs\, and various ducting options. \nLearning Outcomes: \n\nUnderstand the basics of how Recovery Ventilators (RVs) work to improve indoor air quality in homes and reduce heating and cooling energy use\nLearn the energy code requirements for mechanical ventilation and how RVs produce a Title 24 compliance credit\nModel a case study home using RVs and examine the energy use in various configurations\nHear best practices for specifying and installing RVs\n\nLearning Units: \n1.5 AIA HSW LU approved for this course \n0.15 ICC CEU approved for this course \nInstructor: \nNick Brown\, Build Smart Group
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/recovery-ventilators-energy-savings-and-compliance-credit-in-the-2022-energy-code/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240305T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240307T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231212T054704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054012Z
UID:63022-1709625600-1709830800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign for Electrification - Sacramento
DESCRIPTION:In this three-day educational experience\, TECH Clean CA-approved contractors will learn to accurately complete four stages of system design using NCI principles and Air Conditioning Contractors of America (ACCA) Manuals J\, S\, D\, and T using Elite RHVAC Software package for new and existing homes. \nThis FREE training is open to contractors and technicians in the state of California who are enrolled in TECH Clean California.  Not enrolled yet? Click here (opens in new window) to learn more about the program and enroll.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/high-performance-hvac-design-and-redesign-for-electrification-sacramento/
LOCATION:Ferguson Sacramento\, 5005 Raley Blvd Ste A\, Sacramento\, CA\, 95838\, United States
CATEGORIES:TECH Clean California
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240301T080000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240301T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240302T024618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054036Z
UID:63358-1709280000-1709312400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
DESCRIPTION:Topics Covered: \n\nKey differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters\nBenefits and value propositions of HPWHs\nInstallation best practices\nLocation options\, space needs and considerations\nHow to size appropriately\nProgramming/operating modes\nTime-of-use and demand response capabilities\nElectrical requirements\, electric panel considerations\nCondensate management and drainage\nThermostatic mixing valves\, recirculation pumps\nNoise/vibration considerations\nGuidance and best practices for warranty\, service support\, and maintenance\nCustomer education – how to use\, what to expect\, addressing common concerns\nHow to get further regional training and support\n\nLearning Objectives: \n\nIdentify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters\nExplain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters\nIdentify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH\nCalculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy\nDescribe installation best practices\nDescribe service and maintenance best practices\nDemonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-8/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240229T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240221T014536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054158Z
UID:63231-1709197200-1709204400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Nonresidential Standards: Introduction to the Performance Approach
DESCRIPTION:COURSE DESCRIPTION\n\nIn this introductory course\, explore the fundamentals of how “compliance tradeoffs” work and how this approach gives you flexibility in meeting the Nonresidential Energy Code. Learn how to get around Prescriptive requirements you want to avoid by using a combination of building features to balance your energy budget. Choose between a variety of options that are “better than and worse than Prescriptive” for envelope\, mechanical\, lighting and PV and battery systems to bring an example project into compliance with the Energy Code (Title 24\, Part 6 or the California Building Energy Efficiency Standards) — without getting bogged down in the details. \nThis course does NOT address how to use the modeling software; rather it focuses on a high-level practical and conceptual look at how the Performance approach works with nonresidential projects.    \nCOURSE OBJECTIVES \n\nCompare the Prescriptive and Performance approaches to compliance with the 2022 Energy Code.\nDescribe\, in general terms\, how Performance modeling works and what it produces.\nUse Joint Appendix 4 (JA4) to determine how alternative wall assemblies compare to nonresidential Prescriptive requirements of the 2022 Energy Code.\nGiven an example nonresidential project\, identify a set of “tradeoffs” among measures that likely will comply with the 2022 Energy Code using the Performance Approach.\nSummarize the commissioning requirements for nonresidential building projects.\n\nAvailable CEUs:\nAIA (2.0 LU | HSW); ICC (0.2 CEU); CABEC (2 CEUs)
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-nonresidential-standards-introduction-to-the-performance-approach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T153000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240224T055654Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054238Z
UID:63332-1709128800-1709134200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Can ChatGPT Help Customers Find Quality Contractors?: A Live Walkthrough of AI Chatbots and Search Engines
DESCRIPTION:For a long time\, Google has been the primary way for homeowners to learn more about the services that home contractors provide and to find a company to work on their home. But will 2024 be the year your customers start branching out and exploring other artificial intelligence chatbots like ChatGPT or AI-assisted search engines like Perplexity? On Wednesday\, February 28 at 5:00 PM EST\, join Energy Circle CEO and founder Peter Troast as he conducts live walkthroughs of some of these new platforms to help contractors understand how these platforms work and how the differences could affect your marketing efforts.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/can-chatgpt-help-customers-find-quality-contractors-a-live-walkthrough-of-ai-chatbots-and-search-engines/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Circle
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T160000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240221T014841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054305Z
UID:63234-1709125200-1709136000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards: Solar & Battery Storage
DESCRIPTION:Roll-up-your-sleeves and work with expert instructors and your colleagues to develop recommendations regarding solar photovoltaic (PV) and battery-storage systems that meet the Energy Code for single-family and low-rise multifamily buildings. \n\n\n\n\nPrerequisites \n\n\n\n\nThis is an intermediate to advanced course. We strongly recommend you complete the following before attending this session: \n\nOnline Self-Study: 2019 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials on Demand — Residential Standards & Technology: Solar SystemsA new version of this online self-study course is currently under development\, and should be available later this year.\nIn the meantime\, the above course is a useful orientation to key concepts and terminology that will be used in the online live class.\n\n\n\nWeigh the pros and cons of alternative approaches to achieving energy efficiency and meeting the California’s 2022 Single-family Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code). Select the approach that makes best sense given client preferences and other project parameters. \nThis course is desiged for Energy Consultants\, Architects and Designers and focuses on how to apply the 2022 Energy Code specific to Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and battery-storage systems in single-family and low-rise multifamily new construction. \nWe’ll start with the basics and then explore key lessons from the field that you’ll likely encounter. Throughout the course you’ll be working with real life projects to determine the appropriate PV and battery requirements. \nCOURSE OBJECTIVES \n\nExplain key Solar Photovoltaic (PV) and battery storage concepts\nDetermine the requirements for the Solar Photovoltaic (PV) area for a single family and low-rise multifamily new construction project\nDetermine how to use the battery storage credit to meet project requirements\nModify PV and battery requirements on a project given exceptions and real-life obstacles\n\nAvailable CEUs:\nAIA (3.0 LU | HSW); ICC (0.3 CEU); CABEC (3 CEUs)
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-standards-solar-battery-storage/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240224T060030Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054410Z
UID:63335-1709110800-1709121600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:CARB Public Workshop: Zero-Emission Space and Water Heater Standards
DESCRIPTION:CARB staff will share initial regulatory concepts\, analysis methods\, and public engagement updates.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/carb-public-workshop-zero-emission-space-and-water-heater-standards/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:San Diego Building Electrification Coalition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240221T015226Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240403T054434Z
UID:63236-1709110800-1709121600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards: Analyzing the CF1R
DESCRIPTION:Please join the Energy Code Ace team for this highly interactive vorkshop (virtual workshop)\, where you’ll have a chance to work in teams and with a whole group to do a “reality check” on the single-family Certificate of Compliance (CF1R) in the context of Title 24\, Part 6. \n\n\n\n\n\nPrerequisites \n\n\n\n\nThis is an intermediate to advanced course. We strongly recommend you have the following before attending this session: \n\nBasic familiarity with Title 24\, Part 6: Residential Building Energy Standards\n\nBasic familiarity with the role of the CF1R and how it’s produced\n\nIf you don’t have these understandings\, you can sign up for the following v-classes: \n\n2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards for Energy Consultants\n\n2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Compliance: Modeling \n\nCOURSE DESCRIPTION\n\nEnergy Consultants\, learn to do a “reality check” on compliance results and troubleshoot common modeling errors as evidenced in the single-family CF1R (Residential Certificate of Compliance). \nThis highly interactive workshop gives everyone who models single-family projects to demonstrate compliance with California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code) a chance to work individually and in teams with the performance results from multiple single-family projects and develop an understanding of various project features that affect the overall compliance margin and identify results that are “red flags” for likely problems with the model.   \nCOURSE OBJECTIVES \n\nDescribe the components of the CF1R and the information they convey.\nDescribe what influences the EDR scores.\nGiven a sample project\, provide a rough estimate of what the total compliance margin and magnitude of components should look like.\nDescribe common “error identification” and “troubleshooting techniques” in regard to the CF1R.\nIdentify additional resources and tools provided by Energy Code Ace and the California Energy Commission.\n\nAvailable CEUs:\nAIA (3.0 LU | HSW); ICC (0.3 CEU); CABEC (3 CEUs)
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-standards-analyzing-the-cf1r/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Energy Code Ace
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240228T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240301T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240123T082455Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240123T082455Z
UID:63160-1709107200-1709310600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating
DESCRIPTION:Electrify My Home provides training based on real-world experience with residential electrification. With hundreds of high-performance projects completed to date\, Electrify My Home shares its experience with others in a fast-paced training program that will benefit all parts of your company. We share principals of “Install Small” and “Good Electrification” processes that will keep your customers satisfied while simultaneously optimizing future grid reliability. \nOnly enrolled TECH Clean California Participating Contractor company staff may take this course. Course registration will be verified to ensure Participating Contractor company has completed a Trade Professional Participation Agreement (TPPA). Registration may be cancelled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date. \n 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating/
LOCATION:Modesto\, California (TBD)
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240227T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T041107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T041107Z
UID:63122-1709035200-1709040600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Overcoming Heat Pump Objections
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home continues this ‘lunch-and-learn’ webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. Heat Pumps are quickly gaining traction as a preferred HVAC and water heating technology. California has a goal for 6 million installed heat pumps by 2030\, and state plans indicate that new gas furnace and water heaters will not be permitted after 2030. While the path forward for heat pumps seems clear\, the technology is still foreign to most homeowners. To meet the above-mentioned goals\, contractors and other industry professionals must arm themselves with the knowledge (and sometimes the data) to dispel myths about heat pumps. \nIn this webinar\, you’ll hear from Larry Waters\, an HVAC industry veteran who switched his focus towards home performance in 2010 and towards inverter heat pumps in 2014. With over 400 heat pump installations under his belt\, Larry’s heard just about every objection in the book and will relay best practices for responding to such objections. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nApproaching the house\nConsultative questioning to identify needs\nCommon objections to heat pumps and sample responses\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nDevelop two consultative questions that will help prepare a response to a customer’s objection\nDescribe one reason why older vintage heat pumps spoiled the opinions of some customers & HVAC pros\nName three features of gas appliances that are disadvantageous\nExplain why heat pumps are the perfect fit for California’s climate\nList five reasons why heat pumps are better than gas furnaces
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-overcoming-heat-pump-objections/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240222T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240221T012536Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T012536Z
UID:63222-1708596000-1708603200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification Fundamentals 4 – The Financial Costs & Benefits of the BE transition
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nInterested in transforming your building to a clean\, safe\, and healthy all-electric structure but hesitant due to the cost? What are the costs to install and operate this equipment? Are there incentives available to aid in this transition? What are the benefits both financial and non-financial? Do you need a new electric panel? This workshop will address all those questions covering the general cost of equipment\, how to think incrementally as you transition and the benefits of planning out your transition regardless of where you are in the process\, utility rates and rebates available to help pay for the changes. \nInstructor Information: Scott Blunk \nScott is a Strategic Planner of Electrification and Energy Efficiency where he creates utility wide electrification strategies. He is an Adjunct Professor of Building Science at Cosumnes River College where he has taught courses on the energy codes and mechanical codes\, energy auditing and energy modeling. \nScott received a BS in Mechanical Engineering from Purdue University and an MBA from Marquette University. Scott has worked in the field of green building and energy efficiency for 20 years in many different rolls including: building contractor\, energy consultant\, new construction residential program administrator\, existing building program manager\, mechanical engineer\, energy rater\, trainer\, and real estate broker. \nLearning Outcomes: \nAt the conclusion of this class participants will be able to: \n\nHow to plan out your electrification project(s)\nLearn about the costs you can expect to pay for each project\nUnderstand utility rates and changes to your energy bills\nFind out about SCE and statewide rebates\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGeneral Audience\nHomeowners\nResidential Installers\nDesigners\n\nLearning Units: \n\nThis class will also provide prerequisite and continuing education credit for NABCEP (North American Board of Certified Energy Practitioners) certifications.\n\nLearning Level:\nBasic Class: Content is introductory in nature and requires no prerequisite knowledge or experience to grasp the concepts or participate in exercises. Basic educational activities and materials are meant to establish a foundation of knowledge and competence that will be expanded upon in practice or in higher level seminars and workshops. \nSpecial Instructions:\nThis is a Webinar class and internet access is required. Customers will receive a link the Friday prior to the event.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-fundamentals-4-the-financial-costs-benefits-of-the-be-transition/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240215T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240321T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240118T064639Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T065020Z
UID:63135-1708009200-1711045800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Bay Area E-Contractor Academy
DESCRIPTION:Emerald Cities Collaborative (ECC) Bay Area is pleased to invite you to apply to our Spring 2024 E-Contractor Academy\, a FREE in-person workshop series focused on building technical\, economic and operational capacity with small\, minority/BIPOC\, women\, veteran-owned and/or disadvantaged local construction businesses (MWVDBEs) to successfully do business in climate-critical decarbonization fields such as building electrification\, energy efficiency\, renewable energy\, and more. \nECC provides services for tailored entrepreneurial support throughout and beyond this academy via its E-Contractor network and community partners\, including but not limited to: \n\nCohort-based multiweek training and education program\nClean energy/building decarbonization workshops\nResources for continued education\nOne-on-one business and construction topic advising (strategic plans\, project delivery\, bidding\, HR\, etc)\nPeer learning opportunities\nNetworking\nFree and reduced-cost access to professional services\nConnection to project opportunities\nConnection to financing opportunities including loans and grants. While access to capital is not guaranteed ECC does have connections with lenders that specialize in funding construction companies and MWVDBEs.\n\n\n\nThis FREE six week series will be held Thursdays 3-6:30 PM from February 15 to March 21 2024 at the SFPUC’s Contractors Assistance Center in San Francisco\, CA. Free light meal provided. \nVisit our website for more info. Complete this form by 11:59 PM Sunday Jan 28\, 2024 to apply. Takes approximately 5-10 minutes.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/bay-area-e-contractor-academy/
LOCATION:SFPUC Contractors Assistance Center\, 150 Executive Park Blvd #1300\, San Francisco\, CA\, 94134\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240315T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T035724Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T035724Z
UID:63117-1707915600-1710520200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:2022 Title 24\, Part 6 Essentials — Single-family Standards: Introduction to the Performance Approach
DESCRIPTION:Use the 2022 Multifamily Energy Inspection Checklist to practice streamlined inspection of installation scenarios while also targeting top categories of high-value energy savings and impact on compliance. Effective building energy efficiency enforcement is reviewed and practiced as a comprehensive process — from initial consult of building features listed in permitted documentation to review of what contractors document as installed to visual confirmation of these features on-site. This highly interactive online live course is designed to provide Building Inspectors with the essential knowledge and skills they need to more quickly and effectively enforce California’s 2022 Multifamily Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24\, Part 6 or the Energy Code). This course is delivered in two half-day sessions held on two consecutive days. Participants must attend both sessions to complete the course.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/2022-title-24-part-6-essentials-single-family-standards-introduction-to-the-performance-approach/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240201T064526Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240201T064526Z
UID:63188-1707825600-1707831000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Home Electrification Product Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home (EMH) in this lunch time introductory level webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. \nHomeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired appliances to electric-powered appliances). In this webinar\, EMH will introduce and provide an overview of home electrification products to aid in the transition away from gas. This includes at least two electric options for each common gas appliance (e.g.\, HVAC\, water heating\, cooking\, clothes drying\, and fireplaces) as well as advanced electrical products that solve challenging load capacity issues. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nProduct/manufacturer disclaimer\nElectric options for HVAC and water heating\nElectric options for other home appliances\nProducts that solve common electrification challenges\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nName at least two electric options for each typical gas appliance in a home\nIdentify two types of heat pumps\nDescribe a scenario where a split heat pump water heater is advantageous\nExplain how a circuit splitter can help avoid costly panel upgrades
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-home-electrification-product-overview-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T041631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T041631Z
UID:63124-1707825600-1707831000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Home Electrification Product Overview
DESCRIPTION:Join us as Electrify My Home (EMH) in this lunch time introductory level webinar series focused on home electrification. The Electrify Efficiently webinar series will highlight the tremendous business opportunities\, vital role of efficiency\, and lessons learned from the field. \nHomeowners around the world are beginning to embrace electrification (the switch from gas-fired appliances to electric-powered appliances). In this webinar\, EMH will introduce and provide an overview of home electrification products to aid in the transition away from gas. This includes at least two electric options for each common gas appliance (e.g.\, HVAC\, water heating\, cooking\, clothes drying\, and fireplaces) as well as advanced electrical products that solve challenging load capacity issues. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nOverview of the Electrify My Home “Electrify Efficiently” webinar series\nProduct/manufacturer disclaimer\nElectric options for HVAC and water heating\nElectric options for other home appliances\nProducts that solve common electrification challenges\nClass survey\, closing and wrap up\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nName at least two electric options for each typical gas appliance in a home\nIdentify two types of heat pumps\nDescribe a scenario where a split heat pump water heater is advantageous\nExplain how a circuit splitter can help avoid costly panel upgrades
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-home-electrification-product-overview/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240213T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T033149Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T033149Z
UID:63113-1707814800-1707822000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Elements Of A Whole House Assessment: The Home Energy Audit Explained
DESCRIPTION:Measured Home Performance is different from other approaches to saving energy and making money in the home improvement industry. The principal difference is the measured results of home performance contracting\, as opposed to the hoped for benefits offered by other contracting services. The measured home performance process begins with a thorough examination of the home using diagnostic test equipment to measure the current performance of the home and its mechanical systems with the ultimate goal of obtaining all the information needed to present a proposal\, which will save energy and meet the other needs of the homeowner. A clear understanding of how a home is performing takes much more than just a clipboard and a stroll around the house. In this session we will go through the process\, exploration and testing necessary to perform a comprehensive Home Energy Audit. \nInstructor: Judy Rachel\, Home Performance Pro
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/elements-of-a-whole-house-assessment-the-home-energy-audit-explained/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240212T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240203T035920Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240203T035920Z
UID:63195-1707721200-1707728400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH & ESMAC Heat Pump Water Heater Education
DESCRIPTION:Overview \nThe 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. \nAttending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. \n• For onboarding purposes\, at least one individual from your organization must attend and complete the post-training survey. \n• All installers working on a project submitted to the program must also take either this training\, or a program approved manufacturer training. \n\nTopics Covered: \n• Key differences between standard gas and electric water heaters and heat pump water heaters \n• Benefits and value propositions of HPWHs \n• Installation best practices \n• Location options\, space needs and considerations \n• How to size appropriately \n• Programming/operating modes \n• Time-of-use and demand response capabilities \n• Electrical requirements\, electric panel considerations \n• Condensate management and drainage \n• Thermostatic mixing valves\, recirculation pumps \n• Noise/vibration considerations \n• Guidance and best practices for warranty\, service support\, and maintenance \n• Customer education – how to use\, what to expect\, addressing common concerns \n• How to get further regional training and support \n\n\nLearning Objectives: \n• Identify the key difference between standard water heaters and heat pump water heaters \n• Explain the features and benefits of heat pump water heaters \n• Identify dwelling and customer types that benefit the most from HPWH \n• Calculate appropriate tank size based on dwelling and occupancy \n• Describe installation best practices \n• Describe service and maintenance best practices \n• Demonstrate selling techniques and overcoming customer objections
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-7/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T024754Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T024754Z
UID:63106-1707404400-1707411600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Retaining Profit – Minimize Call Backs on Heat Pump Installs
DESCRIPTION:Heat pumps are inherently different than gas furnaces or gas water heaters. Contractors and other industry professionals must take time to educate customers\, clients\, and others on these differences to ensure optimal customer satisfaction. This webinar will outline best practices for system operation of ducted and ductless mini-splits\, unitary heat pumps\, and heat pump water heaters.  \nLearning Objectives:  \n\nExplain one reason why heat pumps operate differently than gas furnaces \nName at least two points in the customer journey where education on heat pump operation are essential \nDescribe proper multi-split system operation in a way a typical customer can understand \n\n1.5 AIA LU’s Pending for this course \n.15 ICC CEU’s Pending for this course \n  \nInstructor: \nLarry Waters\, Electrify My Home
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/retaining-profit-minimize-call-backs-on-heat-pump-installs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240201T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240201T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231212T021510Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T021510Z
UID:63006-1706808600-1706817600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:The National Association of Minority Contractors: Past and Present
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/the-national-association-of-minority-contractors-past-and-present/
LOCATION:BIG Oakland\, 1423 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240131T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240131T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231212T055314Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T055314Z
UID:63030-1706702400-1706707800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Plumbers
DESCRIPTION:Electrification is taking form in California – gas water heaters are being based out in the Bay Area by 2027 and over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances. The massive transition from gas to electric will “spark” giant demand for all trades\, including plumbers. In this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce unique business opportunities for plumbers with a focus on heat pump water heaters\, strategies for collaborating with other trades (e.g.\, electricians)\, and the importance of comprehensive electrification planning.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-plumbers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T160000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T173000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231212T055717Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T055717Z
UID:63034-1706630400-1706635800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Electricians
DESCRIPTION:Electrification is taking form in California – over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances and the state aims to have 6 million heat pumps installed by 2030. The massive infrastructure transition from gas to electric will “spark” giant demand for skilled electricians and presents a unique business opportunity. \nIn this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce these business opportunities and cover some of the most important electrical best practices for long-term home electrical planning.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-electricians/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240130T120000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240130T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231212T060009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T060009Z
UID:63036-1706616000-1706621400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Electrification Opportunities for Solar Installers
DESCRIPTION:California’s push for building electrification is quickly driving major changes in the residential energy sphere. Solar contractors\, designers\, and affiliated trades have the opportunity to capture additional market share by offering or referring gas-to-electric appliance services. This is especially important in light of recent NEM policy changes. Solar\, batteries\, and home appliance electrification offer a perfect match for getting customers to Zero Net Energy\, or at least minimizing operational costs. \nIn this session\, Electrify My Home will introduce basics of heat pumps as well as highlighting the business opportunities for solar professionals to add new services to their repertoire or to at least speak to these offerings with more confidence.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-electrification-opportunities-for-solar-installers/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240130T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T033815Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T033815Z
UID:63115-1706605200-1706612400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Intro To Residential HVAC Systems
DESCRIPTION:This class will cover the basic steps needed to design a residential heating and cooling system.  It will cover load calculations (ACCA Manual J)\, equipment selection (ACCA Manual S) and duct design (ACCA Manual J).  It will go through a simple example home and introduce one of the available software programs that assist you in this process. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what ACCA is and why their design manuals are so important.\nUnderstand the importance and benefits of good HVAC design.\nUnderstand the basic steps in the design process and take the mystery out of HVAC design.\nBe introduced to new HVAC design software.\n\nInstructor: Russ King\, Coded Energy Inc.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/intro-to-residential-hvac-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240125T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20240110T032219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240110T032219Z
UID:63111-1706176800-1706184000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Neighborhood Scale – The Future of Building Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:Hear from Panama Bartholomy (BDC)\, Rachel Kuykendall (Pacific Gas & Electric)\, and Jared Rodriguez (Emergent Urban Concepts) as they discuss the benefits of a neighborhood-scale approach to building decarbonization as well as the different pathways and ownership models for implementing this strategy.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/neighborhood-scale-the-future-of-building-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T141011
CREATED:20231219T092316Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T092316Z
UID:63091-1706090400-1706094000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Batteries: Options And Implementation For A Building’s Energy Storage System
DESCRIPTION:Whether you’re interested in resiliency and cost savings for a home or simply meeting energy codes for new construction\, understanding battery storage is increasingly important for the building industry. In this course\, we’ll go over battery types\, what’s currently available and what’s on the horizon\, how to size a battery for code compliance or other goals\, and what to look for in implementation. \nLearning objectives: \n\nUnderstand different battery types and their applications for buildings\nKnow the process for sizing batteries and when they are required\nReview cost implications for battery use when paired with on-site renewable energy\nUnderstand practical integration of batteries into project design and construction\n\nInstructors: Jennifer Rennick and Grant Murphy\, In Balance Green Consulting
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/batteries-options-and-implementation-for-a-buildings-energy-storage-system/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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