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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 comparison to other water heater types\, installation techniques\, and best practices\, service support and warranty\, proper maintenance\, troubleshooting\, and selling strategies
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-15/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Switch is On,TECH Clean California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240702T090000
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SUMMARY:Next Generation Refrigerants: Taking a Closer Look at A2L Solutions
DESCRIPTION:A new generation of refrigerants are coming to comfort cooling applications\, specifically in residential and light commercial systems. These new refrigerants\, commonly identified by their low-global warming potential (low-GWP)\, often come with different characteristics than the prior generation of refrigerants (such as R-410a). This session will cover the reasons for the changes in refrigerants\, characteristics of some of the next generation refrigerants\, and the changes the industry faces as a result\, including building codes\, safety standards\, application and installation\, operation and maintenance differences\, and changes to the tools used with these new refrigerants.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/next-generation-refrigerants-taking-a-closer-look-at-a2l-solutions/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240702T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240702T130000
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SUMMARY:EN Webinar: Electric Yard Care – Ditch the Gas
DESCRIPTION:Electrifying your home means switching out everything that burns fossil fuels\, including your yard equipment. It’s easier than ever to take this affordable step towards home electrification with the efficient electric options for mowing\, leaf blowing\, trimming and edging on the market today. Battery-powered tools are much quieter to operate and require no messy filling with fuels and oil and virtually no maintenance. They start at the push of a button and produce zero carbon emissions or air pollution. Modern battery systems make them easy to recharge and all your tools can share the same batteries. \nJoin us for a 30-minute webinar in which we’ll discuss the advantages of battery powered electric equipment and answer any questions you may have about switching to this superior solution for yard care: \n\nWhy the noise\, air pollution\, carbon pollution and solid waste from gas powered tools have a surprisingly high negative impact on our environment\, and how electric power tools eliminate those problems.\nHow the latest generation of battery electric tools rival or surpass the performance of gas power tools and require virtually no maintenance.\nHow electric tools compare on cost of operation compared to gas models\, especially as fuel prices continue to rise and battery technology continues to improve.\nHow the power tool industry is moving in the direction of battery electric just like the automotive industry.\nHow to choose a reliable system of tools that best meets your needs and reduces equipment costs.\nTips for how to use batteries and maintain their maximum lifespan.\n\nDon’t miss this opportunity to make a positive impact on your yard and the environment! Join us to learn how to electrify your home and embrace a cleaner\, quieter\, and healthier outdoor space. \nRSVP \nThis webinar is part of the Electrify Now “Go Electric!” series developed in partnership with LEARN. Find more Go Electric! webinars with information and tips on other important electrification topics here. \nLEARN is a San Diego based workforce education and training program that has partnered with Electrify Now to offer free energy efficiency and electrification webinars. Please visit the LEARN website for more information.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/en-webinar-electric-yard-care-ditch-the-gas/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:San Diego Building Electrification Coalition,San Diego LEARN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240706T123000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240606T050114Z
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SUMMARY:Residential Heat Pump Water Heaters: Technology\, Sales and Installation Challenges - Part 1 (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Description:\nThe case for building All-Electric is stronger than ever.  All-Electric homes are cheaper to build and operate\, healthier and more comfortable to live in\, and have GHG emissions roughly half that of mixed fuel homes.  The 2022 California energy code will accelerate adoption of All-Electric building and this class will show why electric homes facilitate easier energy code compliance.  Taught by two instructors who have built all-electric homes for themselves and are experts in the field\, you’ll get an insider view of how to design and build electric\, with examples from their professional work\, how to overcome common objections and obstacles\, and lessons learned from the field.  Attendees will gain a better understanding of the technologies that enable All-Electric homes\, including heat pumps\, heat pump water heaters\, induction cooking\, and heat pump clothes dryers.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/residential-heat-pump-water-heaters-technology-sales-and-installation-challenges-part-1-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240709T113000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240606T041656Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T041656Z
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SUMMARY:Introduction to Passive House Retrofits: The EnerPHit Standard
DESCRIPTION:Achieving the Passive House Standard in refurbishments of existing buildings is not always a realistic goal\, and for such buildings\, the Passive House Institute has developed the EnerPHit standard for certified energy retrofits with Passive House Components. In this webinar\, trainers from the Passive House Network will discuss how the EnerPHit standard can accommodate the realities of existing old buildings\, where foundations\, party lines\, historic preservation\, cost\, and other factors make a typical Passive House certification impossible. Learn how existing structures can benefit from retrofits to move a structure from a low to high-performance building. Applying the passive house standard to existing structures has its unique challenges. Through case studies of successful retrofits\, see how to upgrade a building with respect to airtightness\, insulation\, thermal bridge reductions\, high-performance windows\, and ventilation\, plus learn about the EnerPHit standards and process.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/introduction-to-passive-house-retrofits-the-enerphit-standard/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T160000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240606T042312Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T042312Z
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SUMMARY:Title 24 Compliance Modeling & Decarbonization with IESVE Software
DESCRIPTION:Integrated Environmental Solutions (IES) Ltd will provide a one-day software training course using IESVE software for Title 24 Compliance modeling of new nonresidential buildings\, and will include modeling of various decarbonization strategies for above-code programs in all-electric jurisdictions. The agenda will include an introduction and overview\, 3D model architecture\, loads optimization\, decarbonization analysis and simulation (see agenda for more details). \nTrainees will be required to follow along with the software and will be provided with free IESVE software for these trainings\, which will be setup on the trainee’s computers prior to the training. Hardware\, software and license requirements are available HERE. \nEach training course will be a limited to approximately 30-35 attendees and will be hosted by two IES trainers using CEC certified software IESVE for new Title 24-2022 nonresidential buildings. Participants will benefit if they have some background on California Title 24 Building Energy Standards. See California Energy Commission.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/title-24-compliance-modeling-decarbonization-with-iesve-software/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Pacific Gas & Electric
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T110000
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SUMMARY:California Policy Call!
DESCRIPTION:Join the CA Team as we dive into California Policy Updates!
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/california-policy-call/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Decarbonization Coalition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240716T133000
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CREATED:20240629T004634Z
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SUMMARY:Effective Coaching and Mentoring
DESCRIPTION:Coaching and mentoring staff are two important ways to retain top talent and build a leadership pipeline. But many people don’t even know that they are two different things! \nCoaching focuses on enhancing current job performance. Mentorships are supportive relationships that can reduce and reframe personal\, structural and cultural barriers that hold emerging leaders back from achieving their full potential. Both are important. \nWhy should you make time to coach and mentor employees? Not only will it empower your staff and enhance company effectiveness; it also changes how others think of you. People who mentor and advocate for others are perceived as more effective leaders. \nEven your most talented employees will benefit from supportive coaching and mentoring. Don’t leave top performers to languish while you work with staff who struggle! \nGreat leaders need to be mentored\, and great leaders need to mentor. Join us to learn how with Chris DeVany\, global business coach with Pinnacle Peak Performance. \nLearning Objectives \nIn this session you’ll learn to:\n• Understand the Coaching Strategy Spectrum and how to make it work for your team\n• Coach effectively\, using relating\, strategizing\, and implementing\n• Practice the stages of a coaching relationship\, including giving constructive feedback\n• Understand and use the essentials of mentorship\n• Know the challenges of coaching and mentoring experienced staff and how to succeed \nChris DeVany is the founder and president of Pinnacle Performance Improvement Worldwide\, a firm which focuses on management and organization development. Pinnacle’s clients include government agencies from the United States\, the Royal Government of Saudi Arabia\, Canada\, Cayman Islands\, global organizations such as Visa International\, Cadence Design Systems\, Coca Cola\, Sprint\, Microsoft\, Aviva Insurance\, Schlumberger and over 500 other organizations in 22 countries. His book 90 Days to a High-Performance Team\, published by McGraw Hill\, is helping thousands of executives\, managers and team leaders improve performance. \nChris has assisted in mergers and acquisitions\, developing project management\, sales\, customer service and marketing strategies\, organizing inbound and outbound call center programs\, training and development of management and new hires\, and fostering corporate growth through creative change and innovation initiatives. \n  \nGoldStar Webinars are free to GoldStar Contractors\, their candidates and employees\, Test Centers\, and their proctors and employees. To register using BPI Perks provide your Organization/Company name\, GoldStar ID# or Test Center ID\, and Candidate ID#. Then close out the registration page without making payment. A BPI representative will review your registration and contact you if additional details are needed. \nThe cost is $50 for all others. BPI Certified Professionals can earn 1.5 BPI CEUs from attendance.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/effective-coaching-and-mentoring/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Performance Institute
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T070000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T090000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
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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 comparison to other water heater types\, installation techniques\, and best practices\, service support and warranty\, proper maintenance\, troubleshooting\, and selling strategies
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/tech-esmac-heat-pump-water-heater-education-16/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Switch is On,TECH Clean California
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240717T120000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240713T040809Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240713T040840Z
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SUMMARY:Extreme Weather Events and Building Resilience in Home Electrification and Decarbonization
DESCRIPTION:Climate change is driving a rise in the frequency and intensity of extreme weather events\, such as heatwaves\, cold snaps\, floods\, hurricanes\, etc.\, significantly impacting the stability and reliability of buildings’ energy systems and infrastructure. This seminar will delve into the intersection of extreme weather events and resilience strategies associated with reducing emissions from homes. Key topics include identifying the vulnerabilities of current home electrification systems to extreme weather events and highlighting the critical need for home resilient design and technologies. The seminar will present innovative solutions and best practices to enhance the durability and adaptability of home energy systems\, during and after severe weather events. Through expert presentations and case studies\, attendees will acquire a comprehensive understanding of the challenges and opportunities in building resilient home electrification systems capable of withstanding extreme weather events. \n  \nSpeakers: Heather Rosenberg (ARUP) Max Wei (LBNL) Josh Quinnell (CEE)
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/extreme-weather-events-and-building-resilience-in-home-electrification-and-decarbonization/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Decarbonization Coalition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240523T002821Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T002821Z
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SUMMARY:DUCTED HEAT PUMPS – PART 2: ALL-ELECTRIC IN DESIGN AND CONSTRUCTION SERIES
DESCRIPTION:All-Electric in Design & Construction Series \nIncorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects can be a bumpy road\, but understanding the nuts and bolts of specific systems helps smooth out the process. By identifying and reviewing specific products and manufacturers\, we’ll provide architects\, builders and owners with the tools to easily go from design and permitting to construction and operation. \nThis is a five-part series to pick-and-choose\, or take all five: \nPart 1: Ductless Heat Pumps will address ductless heat pumps for heating and cooling. They are generally visible in the room (wall or ceiling mount or recessed). \nPart 2: Ducted Heat Pumps will address ducted or semi-ducted heat pumps for heating and cooling.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/ducted-heat-pumps-part-2-all-electric-in-design-and-construction-series/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240718T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240713T042301Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240713T042301Z
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SUMMARY:The Multi-State Plan to Power a Surge in Heat Pump Adoption
DESCRIPTION:Earlier this year\, nine states plus Washington\, DC\, signed an agreement to meet ambitious heat pump targets and reduce emissions from buildings. Hear from Emily Levin of the Northeast States for Coordinated Air Use Management (NESCAUM)\, who drafted the agreement\, on how it came to be and what the states are now doing to meet the commitment. Also hear from Zach Berzolla of the Maryland Department of the Environment about the specific steps his state is taking to accelerate heat pump deployment and decarbonize buildings.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/the-multi-state-plan-to-power-a-surge-in-heat-pump-adoption/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Building Decarbonization Coalition
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240719T093000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240620T022652Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T022652Z
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SUMMARY:ZONING FOR HEAT PUMPS – STRATEGIES FOR BEST OUTCOMES
DESCRIPTION:Zone 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 1-to-1 systems\, and combinations of these solutions. \n  \nLearning Objectives: \n\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
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/zoning-for-heat-pumps-strategies-for-best-outcomes/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:3C-REN
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Los_Angeles:20240730T110000
DTSTAMP:20260521T071153
CREATED:20240606T050818Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240606T050818Z
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SUMMARY:Accessory Dwelling Units (ADU) and the California Energy Code (Webinar)
DESCRIPTION:Course Description:\nAccessory Dwelling Units (ADU) are becoming an important form of housing in California but designing and building these units to comply with the 2019 Energy Code can be challenging. This course covers the prescriptive requirements that apply to new ADUs and discusses both minimum requirements and design options for compliance.
URL:https://efficiencyfirstca.org/event/accessory-dwelling-units-adu-and-the-california-energy-code-webinar/
LOCATION:Online
CATEGORIES:Southern California Edison
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