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SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating | January 24th - 26th\, 2024 | Elk Grove\, CA
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.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-january-24th-26th-2024-elk-grove-ca/
LOCATION:Slakey Brotehrs\, 2215 Kausen Dr. #2\, Elk Grove\, CA\, 95758\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240124T070000
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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\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-6/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240124
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240127
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231219T091642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T091642Z
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SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating\, Single Family
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 principles 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 canceled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date. \nInstructor: \nLarry Waters: Founder\, “Electrify My Home LLC” \n\nLarry has 40 years HVAC trade experience in service\, installation\, sales\, and management. His specialization is house-as-a-system electrification and has coined the process and practices “Good Electrification” and “Install small” right sizing for climate and comfort. \nLarry spent the first ten years of his career working on Industrial and Commercial systems and later transitioned to residential HVAC. As a service technician and sales professional\, Larry has sold more than 20 million dollars of HVAC product. In 2011\, Larry obtained his BPI-certified Building Analyst certification and has concentrated on home performance ever since. Beginning in 2014\, Larry began focusing on replacing gas furnaces with high-efficiency heat pumps. He has since designed and installed over 400 electrification projects in the greater Bay Area of California. \nLarry started his all-electric gas conversion company\, Electrify My Home\, in 2019. Larry is an advisory board member of the Building Decarbonization Coalition and is still active as a Leading Light representative. Electrify My Home is a recognized trainer on residential home-electrification sales\, system-design\, and installation for the State of California’s TECH Initiative.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-single-family/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240123T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240123T163000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231219T071642Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T071642Z
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SUMMARY:Smart Building Technologies for Energy Efficiency
DESCRIPTION:**New Energy Management Series – Be sure to attend all Four Seminars** \nThis seminar complements our “Fundamentals of Effective Energy Management”\, our “Advanced Energy Management” and our “Smart O&M for High-Performance Buildings” seminars. Plan to attend all Four! \n\n\nSeminar Description: \nModern buildings today are equipped with technology-based systems to deliver optimum performance utilizing the least amount of energy. Understand the fundamentals behind these systems and how to apply them in your facility to track and improve building energy performance. Learn how to maximize our return on investments from these systems by knowing how to effectively manage\, operate\, and maintain these systems to sustain efficient energy performance in our buildings. \nSeminar Highlights: \n\nSmart Building Technologies\nSmart Lighting Systems\nModern HVAC Control Systems for Smart Buildings\nSmart Energy Meters\nBuilding Energy Dashboards and Analytics\n\n\n\n\nWho Should Attend\n\n• Commercial and Industrial\nCustomers\n• Building Owners\n• Municipalities\n• Public and Government Facilities\n• Facility Managers\n• Energy Consultants\nand Contractors\n• Equipment Manufacturers\n• Policymakers\n• Energy Managers\n\n\nLearning Level: Advanced\n\nThis class is eligible for continuing education units from the Green Building Certification Institute (GBCI).\n\nSpeaker: Paul Wingco has over thirty years of combined experience in facility operations and energy management. His past roles include serving as Energy and Sustainability Manager\, Associate Director of Energy and MEP services\, and Director of Facilities Management for California State University\, Long Beach and has been actively involved in sustainability policy development and implementation in both the California State and University of California University systems. Paul earned his degree in Construction Engineering Management from California State University\, Long Beach and has a Master’s in Business Administration from Vanguard University of Southern California. Paul is a registered instructor with the Building Operator Certification (BOC) program. He is a Certified Energy Manager with the Association of Energy Engineers and a practicing independent Clean Energy and Sustainability consultant.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/smart-building-technologies-for-energy-efficiency/
LOCATION:Energy Resource Center\, 9240 Firestone Blvd.\, Downey\, CA\, 90241-5388\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
ORGANIZER;CN="So Cal Gas":MAILTO:ERC@socalgas.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240123T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240123T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20240118T063116Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240118T065104Z
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SUMMARY:TECH Panel Symposium: Good Stewardship of the Panel
DESCRIPTION:This symposium will focus on optimizing and updating electric panels to meet customer needs. \nAgenda \nSession 1 Part 1 (9:00AM – 9:40AM PST): Utility Front of Meter Considerations Speakers: Elizabeth Alvarez (SDG&E)\, Susanna Thompson (SCE)\, Chad Martin (PG&E) Moderators: Jim Frank\, Sandy Fischler-Laube (Energy Solutions) \nSession 1 Part 2 (9:40AM – 10:05AM PST): Customer Considerations Speaker: Sean Armstrong (Redwood Energy) Moderator: Tom Kabat (Kabat Consulting) \nIntermission \nSession 2 Part 1 (10:15AM – 10:55AM PST): Power Efficiency Speaker: Tom Kabat (Kabat Consulting) Moderators: Jenny Low (Build it Green) \nSession 2 Part 2 (10:55AM – 11:35AM PST): Power Control Speakers: Larry Waters (EMH) Moderator: Abhijeet Pande (TRC) \nSession 2 Part 3 (11:35AM – 12:10PM PST): Policy Considerations Speakers: Laura Feinstein (SPUR)\, Brennan Less (LBNL)\, Travis Holtby (CPUC) Moderator: Owen Howlett (CEC)
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-panel-symposium-good-stewardship-of-the-panel/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240117T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231219T072250Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T072250Z
UID:63081-1705514400-1705521600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:An Overview of Building Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Course Description: \nHave Energy Efficiency (EE)\, Building Electrification (BE)\, Transportation Electrification (TE)\, and Distributed Energy Resources (DERs) got you feeling like you’re in over your head? If so\, we look forward to you joining us for an Overview of Building Electrification! This class\, the second in a BE series\, being offered by the Energy Education Centers (EECs) will expand upon topics introduced in ‘Building Electrification and Me’. \nTaught by Kavita Rodrigues from the EECs\, this class will provide attendees with an expanded understanding of what BE is and how it will help California to achieve its ambitious climate goals. Participants will learn about the common misconceptions that are frequently held about electrification technologies\, their applications\, and how they can realize the overall benefits of electrification. \nInstructor Information: \nKavita Rodrigues \nKavita Rodrigues is an Energy Efficiency and Conservation Advisor at Southern California Edison. She has a Bachelor of Architecture from Manipal\, India and a Master of Building Science from USC. \nKavita’s career in architecture began in 2001 and has been centered on the idea ‘Form Follows Climate’. Her interest in sustainable design has been a driving force in her educational and career choices\, from designing passive houses in India to designing Zero Net Energy homes in California. \nIn 2011\, she was recruited by SCE to join the New Construction Services team\, reviewing projects and providing technical support to builders of energy efficient homes for the California Advanced Homes Program (CAHP). In 2018 Kavita helped design the Clean Energy and Resiliency Rebuild Program (CLEAR) for victims of natural disasters\, and the all-electric extension of CAHP. \nKavita presently works at SCE’s Energy Education Center creating and developing curriculum on Building Electrification and Decarbonization with the hope of educating a wide range of audiences on California’s climate goals\, the urgent need for decarbonizing the building sector\, and how building electrification will play a key role in the clean energy transition. \nAgenda: \n\nCalifornia’s Clean Climate Goals and Pathway 2045\nThe Basics of Building Electrification\nThe Relationship Between EE\, BE\, TE\, and DERs\nTechnology and Cost Trends\nDemystifying BE\nBE Preparedness\nFuture of Fossil Fuels in Buildings\nQuestion and Answers\n\nLearning Outcomes: \nAt the conclusion of this class participants will be able to: \n\nClearly define California’s climate goals and steps needed to achieve them\nCommunicate what BE is and what technologies are available\nExplain how EE\, BE\, TE\, and DERs will interact\nDescribe the steps needed to be prepared for an electric transition\nDiscuss the pros and cons of various clean fuel sources\n\nTarget Audience: \n\nGeneral Audience\nHomeowners\nResidential Installers\nCommercial Installers\nDesigners\nPlanners\nEngineers\nEnergy Managers\nFacility Owners/Operators\n\nPrerequisite(s): \n\nNone\n\nLearning Units: \n\nN/A\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.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/an-overview-of-building-electrification/
LOCATION:Irvine City Hall\, 1 Civic Center Dr.\, Irvine\, Ca\, 92606
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20240111T093000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20240111T110000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231212T022605Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T022605Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to the Energy Code
DESCRIPTION:This course provides an overview of the California Energy Code\, Title 24 Part 6\, including the historic context\, organization\, resources and overall goals for this current code cycle. Serving as an optional refresher for code officials\, architects and builders who will be participating in 2022 energy code classes\, or as an introduction for those entering the building industry\, this course will provide a strong foundation for design\, permitting and compliance. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand what the Building Energy Efficiency Standards code is and why we have one in California\nLearn how the energy code is organized and where to find the information you need\nRecognize key energy requirements that can inform building design\, plan review and construction decisions\nKnow where to get help quickly for your energy code questions\n\nLearning Units: \n1.5 AIA HSW LU pending for this course0.15 ICC CEU pending for this course \nInstructors: \nJennifer Rennick\, In Balance Green ConsultingGrant Murphy\, In Balance Green Consulting
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-the-energy-code/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,National Comfort Institute,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240108T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231219T091125Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T091125Z
UID:63087-1704697200-1704704400@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\n  \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  \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-5/
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231219T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231221T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T065528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T065528Z
UID:62940-1702972800-1703160000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential HVAC System Performance & Electrification – Anaheim
DESCRIPTION:Learn to apply ASHRAE 221-compliant testing to heat pump systems and qualify for Enhanced TECH Incentives. This National Comfort Institute training package includes a two-day advanced certification in Residential System Performance and a special half-day training focused on applying your knowledge and skills to residential HVAC electrification. This training program provides the keys to delivering true system performance with real-world lessons and hands-on training. \nOpen 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/residential-hvac-system-performance-electrification-anaheim/
LOCATION:NCI Anaheim\, 2050 S. Santa Cruz St.\, Suite 1000\,\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231219
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231220
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231219T093150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T093150Z
UID:63096-1702944000-1703030399@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Plug-In Heat Pump Water Heaters: An Early Look to 120 Volt Products (on demand)
DESCRIPTION:This is a previously recorded lecture presented by Amruta Khanolkar \nAmruta Khanolkar of the New Buildings Institute will give an overview of the emerging\, retrofit ready 120V heat pump water heaters (HPWH) and findings from the California statewide field validation effort. This course will present the retrofit market opportunities and limitations with this emerging 120V HPWH technology. This class is for program managers\, engineers\, policy makers\, installers\, and California building jurisdictions. \nHere are the video timestamps to navigate to your topic of choice: \n00:00 Introduction and course overview \n7:02 Plug-In HPHW: 120-Volt Challenge and Lab Measured Results \n23:48 California 120-Volt HPWH Field Study \n47:57 Midwestern United States Modeling Analyst for 120-Volt HPWH \n50:32 Question and Answer Session
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/plug-in-heat-pump-water-heaters-an-early-look-to-120-volt-products-on-demand/
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T073645Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T073645Z
UID:62953-1702641600-1702647000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrify Efficiently: Heat Pump Zoning – Challenges And Solutions
DESCRIPTION:Part 5 of 5 – December 15\, 2023 (12pm – 1:30pm) \nZone control is a popular strategy for addressing different climate zones in a home. Many customers and contractors newer to heat pumps are drawn to multi-split systems that utilize a single outdoor unit to run multiple air handlers\, but there can be unintended comfort sacrifices if not done carefully. In this webinar\, we will focus on various approaches to zone control for efficient and comfortable outcomes. We will compare traditional zoning with zone control\, multi-split systems\, multiple one to one systems\, and combinations of these solutions. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nElectrify Efficiently\nZone control strategies\nAvoiding comfort sacrifices with zone control\nDifferent approaches for zone control to achieve efficient\, comfortable outcomes\nQ&A\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \n\nSummarize operational differences between single-stage\, two-stage and inverter heat pumps\nName one downside of installing a single multi-split outdoor unit instead of multiple outdoor units\nExplain why many mini split brands do not work well with traditional zone control\nDescribe one scenario where installing a multi-split unit makes sense\n\nTo enroll into the entire “Electrify Efficiently (5 Part Series)” register HERE.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-heat-pump-zoning-challenges-and-solutions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231215T100000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T080823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T080823Z
UID:62963-1702627200-1702634400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Getting Past Heat Pump Objections
DESCRIPTION:Heat Pumps are quickly gaining traction as a preferred HVAC and water heating technology\, but many customers and contractors are unfamiliar with heat pumps or remain skeptical. In order to meet California’s ambitious heat pump goals (6 million by 2030)\, 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. \nLearning Objectives \n\nExplain why understanding a customer’s personality profile is important\nList one of the first steps to take before addressing an objection\nDescribe one reason why older vintage heat pumps spoiled the opinions of some customers & HVAC pros\nOffer one alternative solution for a customer who does not want a wall-mounted mini split\n\n2 AIA LU’s available for this course \n.20 ICC CEU’s available for this course \nInstructors: \nLarry Waters\, Electrify My Home \nAlex Sloan\, Electrify My Home
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/getting-past-heat-pump-objections-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231214T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231214T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T074557Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T074557Z
UID:62955-1702558800-1702562400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Daikin and Goodman Side-Discharge Inverter Systems
DESCRIPTION:In this webinar\, you will learn about heat pump inverter technology from Daikin Comfort Technologies North America.  We will explore the many benefits of inverter technology and what this means to your new homes and homebuyers.  We will also explore Daikin and Goodman’s NEW heat pump inverter offerings along with smart controls and IAQ options. \nLearning Objectives: \n\nUnderstand Heat Pump technology and why is it important.\nIdentify what Side-Discharge Inverter Systems are.\nDiscover the configurations and applications of inverter systems.\nLearn about the consumer benefits of Inverter Technology.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/daikin-and-goodman-side-discharge-inverter-systems/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231213T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231206T034602Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231206T034602Z
UID:63004-1702465200-1702468800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH Clean California: Heat Pump Equipment: Insights Into Customer Experience and Satisfaction
DESCRIPTION:Hear what heat pump participants have to say \nOpinion Dynamics\, the evaluator for TECH Clean California\, will present their survey results with nearly 1\,000 heat pump customer participants to understand their experience with the equipment\, any issues they may have had\, and their perceived energy bill changes. \nPlease join us for the webinar highlighting key findings and important takeaways for heat pump programs and the larger heat pump market. \nSpeakers:\nEllen Steiner Ph.D.\, Vice President\nJen Loomis Ph.D.\, Principal Consultant \nIf you would like more information or have questions\, please contact Jen Loomis at jloomis@opiniondynamics.com. \nWe look forward to seeing you at the webinar!
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-clean-california-heat-pump-equipment-insights-into-customer-experience-and-satisfaction/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231212T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231212T123000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231212T053009Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T053112Z
UID:63020-1702371600-1702384200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification: Lessons from the Field Part 1
DESCRIPTION:California is going through one of its most seismic shifts in building energy policy and design. The move towards full decarbonization of the building stock has started and the policy\, technical and financial implications are being developed under our feet. We will share how heat pumps and other forms of electric heating can displace our long-time carbon sources of heat. These systems are already available and many are cost effective today. Come discuss this shift and how it will impact your building or construction project with one of the industry’s leading experts. \nThis webinar series will include details of how heat pump systems work and how to design residential and commercial buildings to take advantage of currently available heat pump systems. We will include case studies of heat pump systems and how they can fit into low-energy buildings. We will also cover how to recognize opportunities for integrating heat pump systems into both new construction and existing building projects. \nThis webinar is courtesy of Pacific Gas & Electric. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify heat pump components and system types\nRecognize appropriate heat pump applications in both new construction and existing building projects\nAcknowledge how heat pump applications in buildings are beneficial in the California regulatory context\nApply lessons learned from recently completed decarbonized projects that leverage heat pumps and other forms of electric heating\n\nLearning Level: Beginner
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-lessons-from-the-field-part-1/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T111500
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231212T022001Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T022001Z
UID:63008-1702288800-1702293300@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Batteries: Options And Implementation For 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-buildings-energy-storage-system/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN,Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=UTC:20231211T090000
DTEND;TZID=UTC:20231211T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231212T044420Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T044420Z
UID:63018-1702285200-1702296000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Building Electrification: Lessons from the Field Part 2
DESCRIPTION:California is going through one of its most seismic shifts in building energy policy and design. The move towards full decarbonization of the building stock has started and the policy\, technical and financial implications are being developed under our feet. We will share how heat pumps and other forms of electric heating can displace our long-time carbon sources of heat. These systems are already available and many are cost effective today. Come discuss this shift and how it will impact your building or construction project with one of the industry’s leading experts. \nThis webinar series will include details of how heat pump systems work and how to design residential and commercial buildings to take advantage of currently available heat pump systems. We will include case studies of heat pump systems and how they can fit into low energy buildings. We will also cover how to recognize opportunities for integrating heat pump systems into both new construction and existing building projects. \nThis webinar is courtesy of Pacific Gas & Electric. \nCourse Objectives: \n\nIdentify heat pump components and system types\nRecognize appropriate heat pump applications in both new construction and existing building projects\nAcknowledge how heat pump applications in buildings are beneficial in the California regulatory context\nApply lessons learned from recently completed decarbonized projects that leverage heat pumps and other forms of electric heating\n\nLearning Level: Beginner
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/building-electrification-lessons-from-the-field-part-2/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231211T090000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T080337Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231130T020925Z
UID:62961-1702278000-1702285200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:TECH & ESMAC HEAT PUMP WATER HEATER EDUCATION
DESCRIPTION:Manufacturers Heat Pump Water Heating (HPWH) Education session focused on technology features and benefits\, appropriate applications\, energy efficiency compared 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/behind-the-scenes-at-the-switch-is-on/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T140000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T070732Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T070732Z
UID:62944-1702036800-1702044000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:ENERGY STORAGE SYSTEMS FOR BACKUP POWER
DESCRIPTION:While there are economic incentives for grid-interactive customers who combine PV generation with energy storage\, customers when polled\, said that their primary motivation for using PV and battery systems is robust\, 24/7 backup power on demand. \nNationally\, extended utility disruptions caused by floods\, landslides\, wind storms\, ice storms\, geomagnetic solar storms\, hurricanes\, tornados\, wildfires\, public safety power shutoff (PSPS)\, earthquakes\, aged infrastructure\, replacement equipment shortages and deliberate sabotage\, populate the news with alarming frequency and severity. Which battery-based backup systems truly deliver\, meet and exceed customers’ expectations during long-term utility power outages? \nThis class promises to address how variously-scaled PV production and battery energy storage systems coupled with smart\, nimble\, robust and locally-controlled load management can respond to the ever increasing challenges threatening to shoot out the lights. In this class\, Erik Frye will discuss experiences of owners of micro grids and battery based grid tied PV systems\, including systems such as: \n\nTesla PowerWall\nEnphase Ensemble\nSolarEdge\nSol-Ark\nLFP vs NMC vs NCA\nSMA Sunny Island\nNon export / Net Zero self generation to meet self consumption with the added benefit of back up power\nStand alone micro grids for entirely off grid applications\nPG&E meter base automatic transfer switch\nFuture projections
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/energy-storage-systems-for-backup-power/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231129T071538Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T071538Z
UID:62946-1702036800-1702042200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:ELECTRIFY EFFICIENTLY: OPERATING A HEAT PUMP – BEST PRACTICES TO MINIMIZE CALL BACKS
DESCRIPTION:Part 4 of 5 – December 8\, 2023 (12pm – 1:30pm) \nHeat 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. \nAgenda: \n\nIntroduction and safety message\nHeat pump operation: characteristics and differences with gas furnaces or water heaters\nAdding value to the customer journey\nMinimizing call backs\nQ&A\n\nThe objective of this course is that at the conclusion\, participants will be able to: \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\nSummarize why customer satisfaction is critical to the adoption of heat pumps and home electrification\n\nTo enroll into the entire “Electrify Efficiently (5 Part Series)” register HERE.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrify-efficiently-operating-a-heat-pump-best-practices-to-minimize-call-backs/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T200000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231205T070616Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T070616Z
UID:62996-1701970200-1701979200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Watt’s Next: Powering Up the Future of Existing Multifamily Electrification
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our third Building Electrification Clubhouse event\, under the electrifying theme “Watt’s Next: Powering Up The Future of Existing Multifamily Electrification.” This engaging session is centered on the critical mission of retrofitting existing multifamily buildings with advanced electrification technologies. We’ll delve into the complexities and breakthroughs in this field\, providing insights into innovative solutions\, regulatory considerations\, and sustainable practices for building electrification. This event is an essential platform for property managers\, urban planners\, energy experts\, and environmental advocates to gather\, share knowledge\, and drive the movement towards an eco-friendly\, electrified future in multifamily building infrastructure. \n🌟 Electrify Your Network: An Evening of Industry Insights and Professional Connections 🌟 \nPrepare for an electrifying evening that combines groundbreaking industry knowledge with unparalleled networking opportunities. Join fellow East Bay building professionals for a night that promises to be as enlightening as it is engaging. \n🤝 Connect and Collaborate: This is your chance to network with the best in the business. Share ideas\, forge partnerships\, and discover new opportunities in the electrification landscape. \n🔌 Tech Showcase: Have specific questions about electrification technology? Our vendor showcase featuring experts from Channing Street Copper Company\, Harvest Thermal\, PG&E and MCE are your go-to resources for the latest advancements. \n🎙 Panel Power-Up: Join Ben Cooper from StopWaste\, Shay Reza from Association for Energy Affordability\, Eileen Sochia from The Unity Council\, and Tom White from Eden Housing for a conversation looking at efficient electrification in multifamily buildings from three unique perspectives: program administrator\, implementer\, and property manager. \n🍴 Light Refreshments: While the focus is on networking and knowledge\, we’ll have some light bites available for when you need a quick recharge.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/watts-next-powering-up-the-future-of-existing-multifamily-electrification/
LOCATION:BIG Oakland\, 1423 Broadway\, Oakland\, CA\, 94612\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T183000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112043
CREATED:20231205T065252Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T065252Z
UID:62989-1701968400-1701973800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Local Contractor Workshop on Energy Rebates (Ukiah)
DESCRIPTION:Are you a contractor\, building professional\, architect\, or plumber in Mendocino County?\nJoin us on December 7 from 5:00-6:30pm to learn how to take advantage of funding from: \n• Inflation Reduction Act tax credits and rebates for residents. \n• Workforce development incentives. \n• Local and state rebates for HVAC\, water heating\, cooling\, EV chargers\, and more. \nThe transition towards electrification is coming. Get your business ready for it. \nAttendees will have a chance to win a $100 GIFT CARD from Rainbow Ag. \nRefreshments and light snacks will be provided.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/local-contractor-workshop-on-energy-rebates-ukiah/
LOCATION:185 East Church Street Ukiah\, CA 95482\, 185 East Church Street\, Ukiah\, CA\, 95482\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T130000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231115T032037Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T032037Z
UID:62924-1701946800-1701954000@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Easy Electrification for Your Beloved Home
DESCRIPTION:It can be easy and fast to electrify your home if you choose strategies that don’t include rewiring\, and particularly if you avoid a “service upgrade\,” which takes months and thousands of dollars to get a new\, thicker electrical wire from the utility. In fact\, in most cases\, it is not actually necessary to upgrade the panel since the existing one likely has the needed capacity to handle efficient right sized electrification. Using thoughtful electrification processes and cutting-edge appliances and supporting equipment\, most residential electrification can be accomplished successfully with the existing 100A (100 Amp\, 24 kilowatt) panel. The speakers will discuss the best practices\, techniques\, and technologies available today to accomplish electrification without the expensive and time-consuming task of upgrading existing electrical panels. \n\nSpeakers: \n  \n \n  \nSean Armstrong is the Managing Principal of Redwood Energy and led the design of more than half the all-electric residences built in California between 2011 and 2020 on the strength of the CUAC\, co-authored six practical guides to building electrification\, provided legal and technical support to dozens of municipal gas bans nation-wide\, helped develop the 2016\, 2019 and 2022 Title 24 California Energy Code\, and received Grand Prizes from the U.N. and PCBC Gold Nuggets\, two U.S. Department of Energy Innovation Awards\, a SoCal BIA Award\, and is a 2022 California Energy Commission Clean Energy Champion.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/easy-electrification-for-your-beloved-home/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T120000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231115T030214Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231115T030214Z
UID:62922-1701939600-1701950400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Electrification in the Real World: Navigating Panels and Permits
DESCRIPTION:California and local governments have ambitious building decarbonization goals. Translating those goals into real world conditions will be necessary for success. This forum will explore several hurdles to residential electrification\, including electrical panels and building permits\, and ways to overcome them. Join us to learn more about how to tell when an electrical panel needs to be upsized\, options for electrifying on existing panels\, and how building permits and zoning codes may be modified to remove barriers for heat pumps. Understanding these issues can help jurisdictions streamline options for residential decarbonization\, reducing costs and challenges for staff and residents alike. This online Forum is free and open to all.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-electrification-in-the-real-world-navigating-panels-and-permits/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231129T072235Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T072702Z
UID:62948-1701853200-1701858600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Home Energy Rating System (HERS) Registry
DESCRIPTION:This course explores the advantages of using the online HERS registry to track and verify compliance forms electronically. Course includes a live demonstration of projects for the jurisdiction in training. Attendees will need to bring addresses for specific projects. \nTopics Covered: Overall energy code compliance process\, HERS registry\, what projects are required to be in the registry\, how to track CF1R\, CF2R and CF3R forms electronically so hard copies do not need to be printed. ICC CEUs: 0.1 Target Audience: Permit technicians\, Plan Checkers\, Field Inspectors \n 
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/home-energy-rating-system-hers-registry/
LOCATION:Online
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231206T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231208T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231108T041800Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T072134Z
UID:62905-1701849600-1702054800@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Residential Space Conditioning and Water Heating (TECH – Single Family)
DESCRIPTION:Overview – Electrify my Home \nElectrify 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 principles 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 canceled if a TPPA has not been completed prior to course start date. \nInstructor: \nLarry has 40 years HVAC trade experience in service\, installation\, sales\, and management. His specialization is house-as-a-system electrification and has coined the process and practices “Good Electrification” and “Install small” right sizing for climate and comfort. \nLarry spent the first ten years of his career working on Industrial and Commercial systems and later transitioned to residential HVAC. As a service technician and sales professional\, Larry has sold more than 20 million dollars of HVAC product. In 2011\, Larry obtained his BPI-certified Building Analyst certification and has concentrated on home performance ever since. Beginning in 2014\, Larry began focusing on replacing gas furnaces with high-efficiency heat pumps. He has since designed and installed over 400 electrification projects in the greater Bay Area of California. \nLarry started his all-electric gas conversion company\, Electrify My Home\, in 2019. Larry is an advisory board member of the Building Decarbonization Coalition and is still active as a Leading Light representative. Electrify My Home is a recognized trainer on residential home-electrification sales\, system-design\, and installation for the State of California’s TECH Initiative. \nFormat: \n\nLive Classroom\n\nDuration: \n\n3 Days\n\nSyllabus: \nResidential Space Conditioning & Water Heating Electrification Course Overview \nCredits: \n\n\n\n\n\nBPI (20 CEUs)\nNATE (24 CEUs x 11 specialties)\n\n\n\n\n\n  \nClick on date to register: \nDecember 6th – 8th\, 2023\nConcord\, CA  \nJanuary 24th – 26th\, 2024\nElk Grove\, CA  \nFebruary 28th – March 1st\, 2024\nModesto\, CA
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/course-residential-space-conditioning-and-water-heating-tech-single-family/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T103000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231108T040513Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231108T072213Z
UID:62903-1701766800-1701772200@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:WHAT ENERGY CONSULTANTS NEED TO KNOW ABOUT HERS MEASURES
DESCRIPTION:Instructor: Russ King\, Coded Energy  \nThis course will cover what Energy Consultants need to know about energy features that require third-party HERS verification.  Some HERS measures are required on most projects but some are optional.  Energy consultants might see the energy savings reflected when selecting these optional features but may not be aware of all the work\, cost\, and coordination required to make them pass in the field. \nLearning Objectives: \n·       Understand what features require HERS verification \n·       Understand what HERS measures are fairly simple to pass \n·       Understand what HERS measures are very difficult to pass \n·       Learn some best practices for ensuring HERS measures will pass.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/course-what-energy-consultants-need-to-know-about-hers-measures/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Switch is On
ORGANIZER;CN="TRI-COUNTY REGIONAL ENERGY NETWORK":MAILTO:info@3C-REN.org
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231205T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20231207T170000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231129T070058Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231129T070058Z
UID:62942-1701763200-1701968400@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:High-Performance HVAC Design and Redesign for Electrification
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. \nOpen 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-3/
LOCATION:NCI Anaheim\, 2050 S. Santa Cruz St.\, Suite 1000\,\, Anaheim\, CA\, 92805\, United States
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison,Switch is On
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231204T133000
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231205T064327Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231205T064327Z
UID:62984-1701691200-1701696600@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Sandwiches Without Bread: The Envelope's Role During Heat Pump Installations
DESCRIPTION:With new incentives\, technologies\, regulations\, demand for heat pumps have outpaced the demand for combustion furnaces. In our previous webinars\, we’ve explored the challenges HVAC companies and technicians face when designing\, installing\, and commissioning heat pumps\, but there’s another vital element that many HVAC contractors overlook – the building envelope. In this live webinar\, Jeremy Begley from HVAC Design Partners will lead a discussion with air sealing\, insulation\, and testing experts to explore why incentivizing heat pumps without envelope upgrades is a dangerous decision. Our experts will provide insights and advice on how an HVAC contractor can successfully integrate envelope upgrades into their heat pump installations.  \nSpecial Guests: – David Horton: HERS and LEED for Homes QAD\, Passive Home Rater and Consultant \,and well-rounded Green Building Testing\, Verification and Consulting Expert. – Jonny Lang: Knauf Insulation Manager\, Training & Certifications Bldg Envelope and Regional Building Performance Specialist Regional Building Performance Specialist. – Jessica Azarelo: The self proclaimed ” Attic Queen” and runs a HPC business in Oldsmar\, Florida.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/sandwiches-without-bread-the-envelopes-role-during-heat-pump-installations/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,BAYREN,Energy Code Ace,Home Performance with Energy Star,Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231201
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240101
DTSTAMP:20260403T112044
CREATED:20231219T092849Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20231219T092849Z
UID:63093-1701388800-1704067199@efficiencyfirstca.org
SUMMARY:Electrification and Green Building
DESCRIPTION:View a free course with an overview of electrification.\n\n\nEach month in 2023\, USGBC will share a handpicked education course or two about a specific aspect of green building that will be free for that month only. For the month of December\, take advantage of a free course sharing an overview of the benefits of electrification for green builders. \nElectrification and Green Building \nBasic level | 1 CE credit | Created by USGBC and Triple Green Building Group\, LLC | Presentation format \nBeneficial electrification is a growing strategy for buildings to achieve low operational carbon emissions. Green building professionals are working to achieve energy optimization through electrification. Hear from an experienced green building professional and learn about the benefits of electrification\, related technologies and strategies\, and examples of what leading cities are doing. \n\nThis is an on-demand course\, but offered for free for the month of Dec\, and worth 1 CE credit.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/electrification-and-green-building/
CATEGORIES:Association for Energy Affordability,Energy Code Ace,Southern California Edison
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