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This class will focus on the energy code and green building code while touching on other parts of the building code and as related to different electrification technologies.
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Join us for a webinar in which we discuss groundbreaking ways to approach heat pumps that can significantly reduce the carbon footprint of retrofits and new construction. Traditional approaches, like Variable Refrigerant Flow (VRF) systems and 1-to-1 mini splits, have drawbacks like high embodied carbon, or face challenges with new refrigerant requirements, central system complexities, or space limitations with existing buildings. This webinar explores a series of novel heat pump solutions—large geothermal, window saddle units, packaged terminal heat pumps, and
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Course Description: Interested 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 |
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Event Description All-Electric Design & Construction Series On the path to Zero Net Carbon Design, building electrification is the key to reducing operational carbon. In this course, we’ll share the nuts and bolts of incorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects, including tips for implementation as well as client communication. We’ll provide straight-forward information on current systems and technologies plus a look ahead at what’s emerging in the market. Part 1: Carbon Reduction through Building Electrification will address |
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Course Description: This class is an introduction to electric construction equipment. The goal is to inform contractors and policy makers about the wide range of available electric bulldozers, backhoes, bobcats, cranes, forklifts, solar+battery generators, jackhammers, pressure washers, work trucks and more. We will discuss the equipment’s practical features, costs, benefits and limitations. Instructor Information: Sean Armstrong Sean Armstrong was raised on a Wisconsin farm, has been part of seven farming businesses, co-owns a working ranch, and consults nationally on all-electric
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This four-part series provides practical fundamentals and theory behind basic electricity, as well as knowledge of electrical symbols, components, wiring diagrams, electronics, and electrical systems. Get the comprehensive skill sets you need to properly install, commission, maintain, service and diagnose electrical systems. Learn how to verify when electrical systems are safe, reliable, and operate at the correct settings for the highest energy efficiency possible. Part 2 - Essential HVAC/R System Motor Theory for the Field Technician: Interaction of electrical components |
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2 events,Two-Day Course Description This two-day course provides a robust introduction into residential building electrification. It is designed for construction trade personnel of all levels; including owners, sales managers, salespeople, installers, service technicians, and office support staff (primarily Day 1 for support staff). A key distinction of this training is its design and delivery by Electrify My Home, a pioneering HVAC electrification company with real field experience navigating the ins and outs of this exciting new pathway. Learning Objectives in the
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This course will review the context of the Energy Code and provide an overview of its structure, important supporting references and manuals, and how it addresses different types of buildings and projects, as well as mandatory measures and performance and prescriptive approaches. |
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Overview The 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. Attending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. •
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This four-part series provides practical fundamentals and theory behind basic electricity, as well as knowledge of electrical symbols, components, wiring diagrams, electronics, and electrical systems. Get the comprehensive skill sets you need to properly install, commission, maintain, service and diagnose electrical systems. Learn how to verify when electrical systems are safe, reliable, and operate at the correct settings for the highest energy efficiency possible. Part 3 - Different Electrical Components Found in the HVAC/R Industry: Quality Maintenance of electrical systems |
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Course Description: This is part 1 of a 2 part class. Heat Pumps are the most efficient method to not only heat and cool spaces, but to provide domestic water heating in both multifamily and commercial applications. This course explores the composition, operation, and application of heat pumps in building settings. Specifically, this course examines the evolution and versatility of heat pump technology in comfort heating/cooling and domestic hot water applications, successful implementation examples, and essential lessons learned. Furthermore, learners
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Understand how cultural differences within your team can affect their needs and impact the bottom line! At this seminar you’ll learn how to adapt your managerial style to the needs of your diverse group. Discover how to communicate, motivate, and manage conflict across cultural boundaries. Get proven techniques to help you function as a true team so that your differences are opportunities for increased creativity and productivity. This course is a don’t-miss for managers that oversee employees of diverse cultural
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This four-part series provides practical fundamentals and theory behind basic electricity, as well as knowledge of electrical symbols, components, wiring diagrams, electronics, and electrical systems. Get the comprehensive skill sets you need to properly install, commission, maintain, service and diagnose electrical systems. Learn how to verify when electrical systems are safe, reliable, and operate at the correct settings for the highest energy efficiency possible. Part 4 - Electrical Schematics: A Roadmap to Diagnosing an HVAC/R System: Review of information in |
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Course description Part 1 of 3 - February 12, 2025 (9am - 11am) Testing your work is imperative to meet or exceed performance targets and to ensure a feedback loop is in place for continual process improvements. Instructor Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will highlight two key home performance diagnostic tools, the blower door and infrared camera. The two hour session unpacks important testing metrics and ways to address opportunities that have positive interactive effects on the home's
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Course Description: This is part 2 of a 2 part class. Heat Pumps are the most efficient method to not only heat and cool spaces, but to provide domestic water heating in both multifamily and commercial applications. This course explores the composition, operation, and application of heat pumps in building settings. Specifically, this course examines the evolution and versatility of heat pump technology in comfort heating/cooling and domestic hot water applications, successful implementation examples, and essential lessons learned. Furthermore, learners |
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Part 2 of 3 - February 19, 2025 (9am - 11am) Upgrading the thermal and air leakage performance of existing homes exposes a variety of hazards that many professionals either do not know how to address or how to communicate the importance of the issue to the customer. Estimators and installers, including DIY homeowners, take on additional liability when they fail to identify and remediate existing hazards during upgrade projects. In this two-hour class, instructor Dan Perunko of Balance Point
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Join us on February 19th as we explore the world of Geothermal Heat Pumps (GHPs), a technology that harnesses the constant temperature of the shallow earth to provide heating and cooling. Because the ground can absorb excess heat during the summer and act as a heat source during the winter, GHPs are extremely efficient—reducing energy consumption up to 44% compared to air source heat pumps and 72% compared to standard HVAC systems. While more costly to install, GHPs offer greater
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Join us for an insightful webinar that explores the transformative power of strategic partnerships and how they can propel your business to new heights. Discover why cultivating strong, meaningful relationships is key to achieving sustainable growth and long-term success—because no one can do it all alone. Whether you’re a business owner, contractor, or entrepreneur, this session will provide you with actionable strategies to build your network, enhance collaboration, and elevate your business. Guest Speakers: Cecily Jackson-Zapata Cecily is an attorney |
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Overview The 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. Attending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. For onboarding purposes, at least |
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This introductory webinar sets the stage for a transformative six-part series. This webinar demystifies the main electrical panel and explains the flow of electricity in the home. Participants will gain a clear understanding of how electrical systems manage energy demand (loads, such as appliances and electronics) and energy supply (generation, like solar panels and batteries). The course provides actionable strategies to add new loads, integrate distributed energy resources (DERs) like solar and batteries, and optimize existing systems—all while eliminating the
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We all want a positive, productive workplace where teammates work together to achieve common goals. Let’s find out how to achieve it with home performance legend John Tooley! A harmonious workplace includes work-life balance, emotional well-being, and healthy interpersonal dynamics. A workplace without these things leads to stress, burnout, dissatisfied employees, and high turnover. In this session, you’ll find practical insight drawn from decades of research and get actionable strategies to create a harmonious workplace that will enhance productivity, increase
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We all want a positive, productive workplace where teammates work together to achieve common goals. Let’s find out how to achieve it with home performance legend John Tooley! A harmonious workplace includes work-life balance, emotional well-being, and healthy interpersonal dynamics. A workplace without these things leads to stress, burnout, dissatisfied employees, and high turnover. In this session, you’ll find practical insight drawn from decades of research and get actionable strategies to create a harmonious workplace that will enhance productivity, increase |
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Overview The 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. Attending the TECH & ESMAC training is required for upcoming HPWH funds. •
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This virtual course focuses on requirements in the 2022 Energy Code (Title 24, Part 6) for accessory dwelling units (ADU) in an event supported by Energy Code Ace and BayREN. We will discuss how to identify the ADU type and its impact on Energy Code requirements for envelope, mechanical, photovoltaics (PV), battery storage or battery ready and HERS measures. We will also review how the compliance metrics differ depending on ADU type, including the new EDR source energy metrics for
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Effective work scopes help contractors and customers achieve specific performance goals in a home’s attic efficiency upgrade. Developing a comprehensive, goal-oriented work scope can help contractors sell more jobs, differentiate their work from other contractors bidding on the job, and enables customers to prioritize their home upgrades within their budget, allowing for the possibility of future improvements. In this session, Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will draw upon his contractor experience to discuss how he approaches attic efficiency
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Course Overview As we start turning our attention to the existing building stock, electrification retrofits are becoming increasingly important to achieve our emission goals and have healthier homes. Come explore how to approach an electrification retrofit, what the constraints and opportunities are for multifamily buildings with different configurations, and how it is shaped by electrical infrastructure and available technology. Gain an understanding of what an electrification retrofit looks like by working through example project(s) in class. Instructors: Amy Dryden is
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Join us on February 26 to learn about the recent regulatory changes impacting the allowable Global Warming Potential (GWP) of refrigerants, and how this is impacting how refrigerant-based systems are handled and installed. We’ll discuss the complications, opportunities and emerging best practices for equipment selection, architectural and mechanical design, and more. Recent regulatory changes came into effect in 2025 impacting the allowable Global Warming Potential (GWP) of refrigerants. These changes come with new requirements for how refrigerant-based systems are handled |
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