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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2 events,Overview Hyatt Regency Portland at the Oregon Convention Center ACEEE’s Hot Air and Hot Water Forums are the nation’s premier policy and technical conferences devoted to improving efficiency and decarbonizing space and water heating. The Forums bring together seasoned experts and new voices each year to discuss strategies for transforming the two biggest uses of energy in buildings. Join us in 2025 for discussions exploring efficiently producing, distributing, and using hot water and decarbonizing space heating in buildings of all
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Event Description Building enclosures – the roof, walls, and floor – are the first line of defense between nature and people. Enclosure performance is optimized when air sealing and insulation – two underappreciated and typically underperforming features – are done to high-performance standards rather than the status quo. This class covers installation — the practical application of those principles on the job site – the hands-on activities that differentiate ‘business-as-usual’ from high-performance construction. These include best practices for air sealing, |
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As energy needs grow, many homeowners with existing solar systems realize their current setup may no longer cover increased usage but don't want to lose their NEM status. Whether you’re adding electric appliances or electric vehicle, or looking to add a battery to protect against power shut-off event this webinar will help you navigate expanding your solar system and integrating battery storage while preserving or optimizing your Net Energy Metering (NEM) agreement. You’ll learn when keeping your current NEM benefits |
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This four-part seminar starts with the practical fundamentals and theory behind basic air conditioning and heat pump systems and systematically moves through the process involved for Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM) and Quality Service (QS) of residential and light commercial air conditioning and heat pump systems as they apply to the California market. This evening series provides comprehensive skills required to properly install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose and verify that the air conditioning and heat pump systems they are |
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Part 1 of 2 This is the 1st day of an intro level class that takes an in-depth look at heat pump design and applications. It introduces heat pump components, heating modes and emerging technology for both residential and commercial heat pump applications. Instructor Bio: Lester Terrance, HVAC/R Lester Terrance has been active in the HVAC industry since 2003, including 12 years in the United State Air Force, seven of those years serving as HVAC Field Supervisor at the US
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Hiring the right employees is crucial to your organization's success. But how can you tell which candidate has the skills and habits your team needs? Learn to select the best candidates with effective interviews in the next GoldStar webinar with global business coach Chris DeVany. From insightful questions to key competencies, this session equips managers and supervisors with the skills to confidently make informed hiring decisions. Whether you're new to interviewing or refining your approach, this webinar is your guide
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Event Description Heat Pumps are quickly gaining traction as a preferred HVAC and water heating technology. California has a goal for 6 million installed heat pumps by 2030, and state plans indicate that new gas furnace and water heaters will not be permitted after 2030. While the path forward for heat pumps seems clear, the technology is still foreign to most homeowners. To meet the above-mentioned goals, contractors and other industry professionals must arm themselves with the knowledge (and sometimes
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This four-part seminar starts with the practical fundamentals and theory behind basic air conditioning and heat pump systems, and systematically moves through the process involved for Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM) and Quality Service (QS) of residential and light commercial air conditioning and heat pump systems as they apply to the California market. This evening series provides comprehensive skills required to properly install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose and verify that the air conditioning and heat pump systems they are |
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Part 2 of 2 This is the second day of an intro level class that takes an in-depth look at heat pump design and applications. It concentrates on the energy efficiency requirements for heat pump systems and reviews standards for A2L refrigerants and Seasonal Energy Efficiency Ratio 2 (SEER2) ratings. nstructor Bio: Lester Terrance, HVAC/R Lester Terrance has been active in the HVAC industry since 2003, including 12 years in the United State Air Force, seven of those years serving
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Join us as we discuss how upgrading packaged terminal air conditioners to high efficiency packaged terminal heat pumps (PTHPs) can revolutionize multi-family energy use. In this webinar we will dive into the advantages and disadvantages of PTHPs, their applications for both new construction and retrofits, and the growing size of this emerging market. Heating and cooling systems are one of the biggest costs, and source of emissions, for multifamily properties. Join us as we discuss how upgrading packaged terminal air |
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Event Description This course will cover the different kind of heating and cooling complaints, how to identify them and how to resolve them. Did you know that most HVAC systems are oversized, not undersized? This can cause temperature differences in the home, higher energy bills and premature equipment failure, all of which are frequently blamed on undersized equipment. Learn how to tell the difference and address the problem. Learning Objectives Understand the basic principles of how an HVAC system works |
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A single heat pump to heat and cool your home and heat your water. Join us as we dive into combination water and space heating systems, also known as combi heat pumps. Water heating, space heating and space cooling, all using one outdoor unit. By combining these systems into one, there’s ample opportunity for efficiency and cost savings, by sharing the most expensive part of the system. But this brings with it a new level of complexity that has raised |
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Course description Part 3 of 6 - May 6, 2025 (12pm - 1:30pm) As more California homeowners begin electrifying their homes, heat pump installers will be faced with the challenge of navigating electrical panel challenges including condition, capacity, fitment, supply chain, etc. With panel and service upgrades being costly and complex, it’s important for practitioners to understand their options for running new circuits. In this session, you’ll hear from Electrify My Home discuss real-world electrical panel scenarios including visual assessments, |
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Overview This training will take a deeper dive into CHPWH systems, design, sizing, and installation. Targeting contractors, MEPs and installers, the training will cover the content outlined below. The class will include hot water demand calculations to support system sizing and energy consumption modeling to support photovoltaic system sizing to offset usage. Learn about emerging technologies, new applications of existing technologies and controls to support all-electric water heating in multifamily buildings. Participants will work through an exercise using tools to |
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Description: This is part 1 of a 2 part class. Understanding your main electrical panel is essential for the transition to an electrified home. This session simplifies the components of the main electrical panel in a home. It will explain prescriptive and performance-based load calculations to determine whether a main panel upgrade is necessary. It also covers load management techniques and how power-efficient appliances can reduce demand on the electrical panel. Learning Outcomes: As a result of attending this class |
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Course Overview There are several design considerations for individual heat pump water heaters. In addition, heat pump water heaters can be an effective strategy to reduce grid peak loads. This course will provide an overview of heat pump water heaters and associated code requirements. The course will take a deep dive into design considerations discussing sizing, venting configurations, load shifting, and installation best practices. This course draws from experience of working through hundreds of heat pump water heater retrofits with
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Course description As our electricity supply becomes cleaner due to increased use of renewable's for generation along with a growing number of local ordinances prohibiting installs in new homes, electricity becomes an attractive fuel source to designers and builders interested in reducing residential greenhouse gas emissions and creating zero net energy buildings. Dan Perunko of Balance Point Home Performance will present on efficiency gains and emissions reductions from electric heat pumps in new and existing buildings and will cover the
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Description: This is part 2 of a 2 part class. With increasing demand for electrification, strategically avoiding main panel upgrades offers significant advantages. This class covers innovative solutions to maximize panel capacity including 120-volt appliances, smart panels, load management systems and power control technologies. Participants will learn how to calculate and manage back-feed from solar and storage systems and the use of digital solutions to safely extend the capabilities of their existing electrical infrastructure. Learning Outcomes: As a result of |
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We invite you to join us for DOE BENEFIT’s webinar showcasing eight updated building electrification guides to help you navigate building construction and renovation regulations. We invite you to join us for an exciting webinar marking the end of the Buildings Energy Efficiency Frontiers & Innovation Technologies (BENEFIT) project funded by DOE. Discover net zero resources for electrification and space and water heating designed specifically to empower you in making informed decisions about your building design, construction, and operations. From |
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This four-part seminar starts with the practical fundamentals and theory behind basic air conditioning and heat pump systems, and systematically moves through the process involved for Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM) and Quality Service (QS) of residential and light commercial air conditioning and heat pump systems as they apply to the California market. This evening series provides comprehensive skills required to properly install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose and verify that the air conditioning and heat pump systems they are |
2 events,This 1-day course will help you: Diagnose hidden airflow problems that cause premature equipment failure and comfort issues Generate leads on service calls or other customer visits Learn the Air Upgrade™ process* to address the most common causes of low airflow and high static pressure Improve customer comfort and satisfaction, reduce callbacks, and gain a reputation as the best HVAC company in town Achieve higher revenue and profit margins on equipment replacements SCE Contractor Price: $50*
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This four-part seminar starts with the practical fundamentals and theory behind basic air conditioning and heat pump systems, and systematically moves through the process involved for Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM) and Quality Service (QS) of residential and light commercial air conditioning and heat pump systems as they apply to the California market. This evening series provides comprehensive skills required to properly install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose and verify that the air conditioning and heat pump systems they are |
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Wildfires leave more than just visible damage—they impact indoor air quality in ways that aren’t always obvious. Join us for this essential webinar as we explore how contractors can effectively test, monitor, and improve indoor air quality after a fire. Guest Speakers: Adrian Dybwad (PurpleAir) Adrian founded PurpleAir after creating his own air quality sensor to measure the particulate pollution coming out of a gravel pit near his home in Utah. He quickly discovered great interest from the community as |
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