This webinar covers the Smart Thermostat’s value and features it brings to the homeowner, such as its intuitive display and programmable scheduling. In addition, the Smart Thermostat’s technical capability is shown by stepping through the installation process and connecting it to the Home App. Connection to the Service Tech App and the Connected Portal is also discussed. Learning Objectives: Understand what Smart Thermostats offer for the Dealer Understand the benefits that Smart Thermostats offer for the Homeowner Learn about Installation &
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4 events,Our 16th Annual Forum will be held in-person in San Jose, CA, on Wednesday, July 9th, and Thursday, July 10th. Offered at no cost to local governments, you’ll have the opportunity to network with climate and energy practitioners from throughout the state, learn about innovative projects and funding opportunities, and hear from key state agencies and climate leaders. So join us, and take your climate work to the next level. Our forum offers 2 plenary sessions, 20 breakout sessions, and several special events
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Description: Building electrification replaces fossil fuel systems with electric alternatives. As California shifts to all-electric homes, understanding home performance is essential. Key factors like energy efficiency, air-sealing, and insulation reduce energy use, improve air quality, and increase comfort. High performance homes use less energy, making electrification smoother and more sustainable. This class is the fourth in a series on Electrification & Home Performance and covers the requirements and concepts behind QII testing. Enhance your knowledge with a single class or
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Join us for the next session in our AI webinar series, where we spotlight two groundbreaking platforms revolutionizing the way contractors work: Eli and Sealed. Eli goes far beyond rebate support, offering a powerful platform that helps contractors stack incentives, verify income for equity programs, and integrate financing options, all in one seamless workflow. Sealed partners directly with contractors to streamline rebate processing, offer guaranteed rebate amounts upfront, and handle the paperwork, making it easier to close deals and get
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This four-part webinar starts with the fundamentals and theory behind residential and light commercial HVAC system performance with an overview as applied to the California market. This module introduces and details the “whole-house” concept, outlines the instruments and field techniques required to measure HVAC system performance, and problem-solves any issues discovered. Participants will learn the broad skill sets required to understand and evaluate the whole HVAC system and provide the client with an HVAC system that will be safe and |
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This session will discuss the highly efficient, but practical methods for building with energy production (Solar), storage (Battery) and inverter heat pump systems. Learning Objectives: Applying the concept (go beyond NZE ready) and be prepared to offer levels of resilience. Sizing goals to allow for future expansion based on budget. Expressing the best environmental conditions for homeowners. Showing the On and Off grid advantages of the system.
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This four-part webinar starts with the fundamentals and theory behind residential and light commercial HVAC system performance with an overview as applied to the California market. This module introduces and details the “whole-house” concept, outlines the instruments and field techniques required to measure HVAC system performance, and problem-solves any issues discovered. Participants will learn the broad skill sets required to understand and evaluate the whole HVAC system and provide the client with an HVAC system that will be safe and |
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Event Description This one-hour course introduces the key differences between unitary and split heat pump water heater systems, with a focus on what they are, what they do, and how they can be used in new or retrofit building applications. Participants will gain a practical understanding of the advantages, challenges, and considerations for selecting the right system in residential and light commercial projects. The session will also cover installation factors, energy efficiency impacts, and maintenance requirements, helping professionals make informed |
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This presentation explores the unique challenges and effective solutions for applying Passive House principles in warm, hot, and humid climates. It covers climate-specific design strategies, including optimized ventilation, moisture control, solar shading, and energy-efficient envelope design. Through case studies and performance data, attendees will gain insight into how Passive House standards can be successfully adapted to achieve comfort, durability, and energy efficiency in some of the most demanding environmental conditions. Learning Objectives Identify the key challenges of designing high-performance buildings in |
3 events,THEME: INDUSTRIAL COMPETITIVENESS, DECARBONIZATION, AND THE ENERGY TRANSITION The industrial sector accounts for one third of the U.S. primary energy use, so the energy transition presents enormous opportunities and risks for this sector. Industrial competitiveness is going to depend on continued investments in innovation, efficiency, and decarbonization. Research and development have always been a national strength. The transition also requires innovation in business models across the energy spectrum. Lawrence Berkeley National Lab estimates that only 50% of industrial energy is
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Event Description Passive House is an enclosure-first approach that empowers architectural design to drive comfort, resilience, health, and efficiency outcomes. The Passive House enclosure is fundamental to overall building performance optimization. We’ll look at the elements of high-performance enclosure design and construction, the order of priorities, the strategies, systems, components, and details required. From cold to hot and humid climates, and across different construction types and building scales, we’ll look at how to deliver predictable results. Learning Objectives Outline the priorities
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Course description This is an ONLINE class being offered via GoTo Webinar. If you would like to attend this class IN-PERSON at the Food Service Technology Center in Pleasanton, CA click HERE. By enrolling in this course, you agree to receive text message course reminders. Upon receiving your first message you will have the option to opt out by replying "STOP". This class covers two different commercial kitchen challenges: high heat environments and the many kitchen water wasters that can be readily fixed. |
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Description: The home energy industry is rapidly expanding, offering numerous career opportunities in energy efficiency, solar energy, green building performance, and electrification. Whether you are a newcomer, a student, or an experienced professional, understanding available careers is crucial. This class provides an overview of diverse roles, from entry-level to advanced positions. It focuses on essential certifications, skills, and responsibilities for each role. Participants will learn about key tools and technologies like energy auditing, solar installation, HVAC systems, and building performance |
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Event Description As the 2022 energy code wraps up its final year, and the 2025 code emerges, we see the trends of building electrification, healthier indoor air quality and improved resiliency continue to permeate the code’s evolution. This series focuses on current best practices for implementation of energy strategies, as well as what’s around the corner with the new code that will take effect Jan. 1, 2026. With particular focus on the Central Coast region, we’ll discuss on what to
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Description: Building electrification replaces fossil fuel systems with electric alternatives. As California shifts to all-electric homes, understanding home performance is essential. Key factors like energy efficiency, air-sealing, and insulation reduce energy use, improve air quality, and increase comfort. High performance homes use less energy, making electrification smoother and more sustainable. This class is the fifth in a series on Electrification & Home Performance and covers the relationship between leaky buildings and energy efficiency. Enhance your knowledge with a single class |
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Description: The accelerating electrification market is creating new opportunities for companies in the residential energy sector. As homeowners transition from fossil fuel powered systems to electric alternatives, the need for knowledgeable professionals to assist them is increasing. This course aims to provide consultants and contractors with the insights and strategies needed to succeed in this expanding market. Participants will examine the drivers of electrification including policy changes, consumer preferences, and technological advancements. This class will address how to effectively present |
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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.
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Standard clothes washers and dryers account for anywhere from 8-10% of the energy used in our homes and a significant amount of our water used. Heat pump dryers are the most efficient dryers on the market, using roughly 75% less energy than a typical electric resistance or gas dryer. Manufacturers have recently released combo washer + heat pump dryers that wash and dry a complete load of laundry in the same machine. Join us on Wednesday, July 30, for an |
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Event Description As California accelerates its push toward electrification, heat pump water heaters (HPWHs) are playing a critical role in driving efficient and clean water heating solutions. However, not all HPWHs are created equal—and not every brand is suited for every home. This webinar equips participants with the knowledge to make smart, scenario-specific choices when selecting HPWHs. We’ll begin with a brief overview of why HPWH deployment is a state priority, then explore the key factors that differentiate products—such as |
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