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Commissioning Heat Pump Systems: Fundamentals and System Types

Online

Part 1 of 5 - October 30, 2024 (9:30am - 1:30pm) This training series will focus on the design, commissioning and operational issues associated with heat pumps and heat pump systems with a focus on how this type of equipment can facilitate electrification of buildings and building systems. The content will be divided into five half-day sessions. Each session will stand alone, but the different training modules will also be interrelated. Ideally people interested in using heat pumps as part

Optimizing Residential Forced-Air HVAC Systems: Load Calculations, Equipment Selection, System Airflow and Layout

Online

Improved design, installation and commissioning practices lead to a dramatic improvement in building energy consumption, indoor air quality, and comfort. There are six performance factors that can be applied to HVAC design, installation and/or commissioning. In the Optimizing Residential Forced-Air series, we will review how each factor can be specified at design, implemented during installation, and tested/adjusted during commissioning. We will also look at how we can redesign our approach to high performance HVAC systems to support California climate goals,

Residential Solar PV, Energy Storage and Microgrid Technologies (Webinar)

Online

Course Description: Home renewable energy systems including solar, energy storage and microgrids, have been growing at the speed of light! Now is the time to learn how these systems are put together. In this class we will learn about the basics, including application, safety, electricity, solar energy, PV modules (aka solar panels), batteries, system components, maintenance, performance, industry ethics, mechanical and electrical design. Taught by Sean White this class is geared to include homeowners and will provide attendees with a

Residential HVAC System Performance & Electrification

PG&E Stockton Conference Center 3136 Boeing Way, Stockton, California

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. Open to contractors and technicians in the state of California who are enrolled in TECH Clean

2025 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials — Residential Standards: What’s New

Online

This online live event summarizes the new and revised requirements in the 2025 California Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) for single-family and multifamily buildings, and directs participants to informational resources and training that provide more in-depth information on the Energy Code. Join us to begin learning what the 2025 code means to you and your customers.

Heat Pump Water Heaters for Building Departments

Online

Heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) are an increasingly popular technology that are a highly efficient means of providing hot water to houses. This training will describe HPWHs, code requirements for HPWHs, resources for permitting and compliance, and best practices for enforcement. Topics Covered: Overview of water heater technologies and trends, identifying HPWHs in the field, Energy Code requirements for HPWH installations and replacements, Energy Code compliance forms, and requirements specific to HPWHs.

High Performance Homes Valuation 2 Parts 1-3

Online

For RE Appraisers This is #3 of a 3-Course Series. Those who complete the series will earn a Special Certificate. 1. Solar PV: Technology and Valuation ( agents, appraisers) Held 10/28/2024 2. Carbon Free Homes: Features, Benefits, Valuation ( agents, appraisers) (Held 11/4/2024) 3. High Performance Homes Valuation 2 (This Webinar) Classes will be delivered in 3 segments on the same morning. 9am-12:20pm PST 3 hrs CE: BREA, BOE Topics covered: - Client's Journey. We consider 4 different scenarios related

Practical Efficient Hot Water Delivery: Structured Plumbing Applied in Retrofit and New Construction

Online

On the average Californians consume less water than the residents of other states. Even so there is a need for us to conserve even more water. The construction community has an opportunity to further reduce residential water use in ways that do not feel like conservation to our customers. In this class, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance looks at changing the way hot water is stored and delivered to the tap in residential buildings. The theory behind our

Modeling All-Electric Homes in the 2022 Energy Code

Online

All-Electric Homes are having their moment, with state policies, incentives, and energy code providing builders, homeowners, and energy consultants a strong nudge toward all-electric designs. We will go over how to model all-electric homes (single family and multifamily) for maximum compliance benefit, including the Variable Capacity Heat Pump (VCHP) compliance credit and Heat Pump Water Heaters. We’ll also cover PV sizing and how that may differ for all-electric homes and mixed-fuel homes. Retrofits and new construction will also be covered

Building Electrification: Lessons from the Field (Part 1 of 2)

Online

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

Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort, and Energy Efficiency: IAQ, OAQ, Ventilation and Filtration

Online

More and more buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed ventilation system is a must. Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance delves into why ventilation and filtration are so important. We will look at indoor and outdoor air quality and discuss the effectiveness of ventilation and filtration at managing various pollutants. In addition to the large body of evidence we already had supporting the need for ventilation and filtration in residential

Balanced Ventilation for Better Health, Comfort, and Energy Efficiency: IAQ, OAQ, Ventilation and Filtration

Online

More and more buildings are being constructed with high-performance building envelopes. For these buildings, a well-designed and installed ventilation system is a must. Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance delves into why ventilation and filtration are so important. We will look at indoor and outdoor air quality and discuss the effectiveness of ventilation and filtration at managing various pollutants. In addition to the large body of evidence we already had supporting the need for ventilation and filtration in residential