Two-Day Workshop Dates: (In-Person / Anaheim) Part 1 - Tue June 2, 2026 (8am - 5pm) Part 2 - Wed June 3, 2026 (8am - 5pm) To register online & more information CLICK HERE or call 800-633-7058 Description: In this two-day certification course, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction. Attendees will learn NCI’s exclusive System Delivered BTU method, test both new and existing installations and provide real solutions through system renovations and documented
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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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Two-Day Workshop Dates: (In-Person / Anaheim) Part 1 - Tue June 2, 2026 (8am - 5pm) Part 2 - Wed June 3, 2026 (8am - 5pm) To register online & more information CLICK HERE or call 800-633-7058 Description: In this two-day certification course, HVAC professionals will learn how to discover and repair hidden energy-draining comfort system defects, reduce call-backs and increase customer satisfaction. Attendees will learn NCI’s exclusive System Delivered BTU method, test both new and existing installations and provide real solutions through system renovations and documented
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Event Description Sorting through tables and reading the fine print in the energy code may get you the specific language of the code, but what does that really mean in practice? In this series, we’ll walk through key components for each building occupancy type, providing sample details, photos of installations and potential pitfalls to avoid. Highlighting 2025 changes throughout, this course is intended for designers, builders and building officials. Bring your questions and join in the discussion. a. Single Family
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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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Description: (In-Person / Anaheim) The surge in heat pump demand, driven by electrification and energy efficiency goals, is reshaping the HVAC landscape. But retrofitting with heat pumps isn't plug-and-play. Inverter systems, dual fuel integration, and cold climate performance all introduce new levels of complexity beyond traditional replacements. Join this targeted training to gain the essential skills to: Assess challenging retrofit scenarios with confidence Design and specify equipment that delivers optimal performance Evaluate and improve existing duct system and home performance to support
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Join I-REN and Russ King for a one-hour informational session and Q&A on the ECC (formerly HERS) Registry. Learn about the most important changes in the transition from HERS to ECC, relevant terminology, and what will and won’t change in your daily usage of the Registry. The bulk of this webinar will focus on Q&A, so bring any questions you have for a real time discussion session. |
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Eight parts over four evenings for beginner-intermediate HVAC professionals. Build a strong foundation in ducted air distribution and learn how Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM), and Quality Service (QS) apply to California residential and light commercial systems. Gain practical skills to design, install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose, and verify ducted airflow systems with a focus on safety, reliability, and energy-efficient performance. CEUs: This series qualifies for 8 CEHs through North American Technician Excellence (NATE) with the completion of all |
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Join BayREN and the California Energy Commission (CEC) for a special in-person, interactive regional Forum focused on how we can support building departments with Title 24 Part 6 energy code compliance. Learn about efforts at the state and local levels to increase capacity through workforce training and innovative ways to handle permitting and plan review. Hear from your peers about their priorities during the pause on residential code updates under AB 130. There will also be opportunities to provide feedback
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Join I-REN and Energy Code Ace for an engaging two-part session focused on the 2025 Title 24, Part 6 standards for residential buildings in California. Taught by Bruce Cheney, this course is ideal for plan examiners, building inspectors, permit technicians, and anyone looking to stay current on California’s residential building requirements. Attendance at both sessions is required to complete the class. Participants will explore the latest code updates, ask questions, and connect with peers. Don’t miss this opportunity to get
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Eight parts over four evenings for beginner-intermediate HVAC professionals. Build a strong foundation in ducted air distribution and learn how Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM), and Quality Service (QS) apply to California residential and light commercial systems. Gain practical skills to design, install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose, and verify ducted airflow systems with a focus on safety, reliability, and energy-efficient performance. CEUs: This series qualifies for 8 CEHs through North American Technician Excellence (NATE) with the completion of all |
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Part 3 of 9 The Passive House Standard encourages all-electric building design and construction in homes and buildings, which can help achieve the widescale decarbonization required for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The Passive House Network will demonstrate how Passive House principles align with the California’s decarbonization goals. This session will cover the technology options for all-electric homes and outline the many reasons to electrify with the Passive House Standard for better health, comfort, and cost benefits. Agenda: Introduction and safety
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Learn how drain water heat recovery can be combined with a heat pump water heater for efficiency and savings. Did you know it’s possible to recover 40-60% wasted heat from showering? Most households are simply pouring that hot water down the drain, when they could be harvesting much of the heat energy. On Wednesday, June 10, we’ll dive into drain water heat recovery (DWHR) and how it can pair with a heat pump water for even better efficiency and savings.
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Description: (In-Person / Irwindale) Join the growing number of professionals who demonstrate proficiency in the HVAC/R industry by becoming certified by NATE (North American Technician Excellence). NATE is a nationally recognized certification program for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians, and it is the only test supported by the entire industry. More customers are placing a high priority on locating a certified expert and NATE certification help HVAC professionals keep a competitive edge. This series of seminars are specifically designed |
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Weigh mechanical system alternatives for single-family projects based on client goals and preferences, impact on energy efficiency and carbon reduction, and compliance with the California Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or the Energy Code). Work individually and in teams to do a deep dive on single-family residential mechanical systems and features to weigh the pros and cons of alternative approaches and select a recommended approach given the project parameters. Specific topics explored include: - Methods for improving energy
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Join I-REN and Energy Code Ace for an engaging two-part session focused on the 2025 Title 24, Part 6 standards for residential buildings in California. Taught by Bruce Cheney, this course is ideal for plan examiners, building inspectors, permit technicians, and anyone looking to stay current on California’s residential building requirements. Attendance at both sessions is required to complete the class. Participants will explore the latest code updates, ask questions, and connect with peers. Don’t miss this opportunity to get
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Description: (In-Person / Irwindale) Join the growing number of professionals who demonstrate proficiency in the HVAC/R industry by becoming certified by NATE (North American Technician Excellence). NATE is a nationally recognized certification program for heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration technicians, and it is the only test supported by the entire industry. More customers are placing a high priority on locating a certified expert and NATE certification help HVAC professionals keep a competitive edge. This series of seminars are specifically designed |
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Eight parts over four evenings for beginner-intermediate HVAC professionals. Build a strong foundation in ducted air distribution and learn how Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM), and Quality Service (QS) apply to California residential and light commercial systems. Gain practical skills to design, install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose, and verify ducted airflow systems with a focus on safety, reliability, and energy-efficient performance. CEUs: This series qualifies for 8 CEHs through North American Technician Excellence (NATE) with the completion of all |
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Eight parts over four evenings for beginner-intermediate HVAC professionals. Build a strong foundation in ducted air distribution and learn how Quality Installation (QI), Quality Maintenance (QM), and Quality Service (QS) apply to California residential and light commercial systems. Gain practical skills to design, install, commission, maintain, service, diagnose, and verify ducted airflow systems with a focus on safety, reliability, and energy-efficient performance. CEUs: This series qualifies for 8 CEHs through North American Technician Excellence (NATE) with the completion of all |
5 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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Part 4 of 9 The Passive House standard has empowered design and construction teams to dramatically lower operational energy use and carbon emissions while increasing comfort, health, and resilience. Consequently, many Passive House practitioners seek to expand their climate-mitigation impact by systematically reducing a building's embodied carbon emissions. In this course, we’ll deconstruct the meaning of embodied carbon, the frameworks for understanding it, and its role in building delivery. We’ll look at the tools, the strategies, and case studies. Attendees,
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This introductory course focuses on electrification of existing residences, including discussion of building science and the value of efficiency improvements together with electrification. The course also introduces modern electric alternatives to “the big four” traditional gas uses (space heating, water heating, cooking, and clothes drying) and the principal Energy Code provisions applicable to each. ICC CEUs: 0.1
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Retrofit Your Tiny! Key Energy Conversions for Going 100% Electric is a 45-minute webinar that shows how small and tiny homes (including ADUs) under 1200sf can be fully electrified and retrofitted for sustainability. Through real-world strategies, witty insights, and practical examples, attendees will learn how to overcome propane dependence, 50-amp limits, and design challenges while saving money and preparing for the green jobs of the future. The session also highlights the hybrid build approach as an efficient way to balance
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Streamline Your Business: Business Models Wednesday, June 17 | 5 - 6 p.m. Join us for our upcoming webinar where we shine a spotlight on inspiring business models in the electrification space. Hear directly from industry professionals as they share how they've built and grown their businesses. From growing their businesses and navigating day-to-day challenges, to the tools and strategies that keep their operations running smoothly. Whether you're looking to refine your own business model or pick up fresh ideas to bring back |
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Passive House goals and methodology change how architects and builders think and work, making the architectural design a driver of climate, health, and social solutions. This course delves into the fundamental principles, history, certification, costs, systems, and applications of Passive House, including the emerging frontiers of Passive House design as it continues to challenge and redefine industry expectations. Credits: 2 AIA LU|HSW; ICC CEUs: 0.15
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As the industry transitions away from high GWP refrigerants toward more sustainable alternatives, hydrocarbons, classified as A3 refrigerants, are being reintroduced into a wide range of residential and commercial applications. While these refrigerants offer clear environmental advantages, their high flammability demands specialized training, awareness, and procedures. This course was developed to serve as an instructional resource for working with A3 hydrocarbon refrigerants such as propane (R-290) and isobutane (R-600a). It combines essential background knowledge with step-by-step safety practices, guided by |
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This training builds on the foundational financing concepts introduced in Part 1 by shifting the focus to real-world application. Participants will explore practical case studies from across California that demonstrate how a range of financing mechanisms are being used to implement successful public sector energy projects. The training highlights lessons learned, common challenges, and strategies that help jurisdictions move from planning to implementation.
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Description: This beginning class is for those who design, specify, install, and/or inspect lighting installations in new and remodeled homes. Class participants will gain an understanding of the 2025 energy code requirements for residential lighting under Title 24, Part 6, as well as understand changes that have been implemented in the 2025 energy code cycle starting January 1, 2026. The curriculum includes an overview of current lighting technologies, such as high efficacy luminaires and controls options, and how these products |
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Overview This forum is the perfect opportunity to sharpen your skills and receive up-to-date incentive information for your business and clients. Heat Pump Water Heater Forum and Training Join us for a no-cost, in-person forum and training focused on the latest opportunities, tools, and best practices for working with heat pump water heaters (HPWHs). This session is designed for contractors, plumbers, HVAC professionals, and industry partners who want to stay ahead of the curve and expand their services in the |
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Part 5 of 9 Achieving the Passive House Standard in refurbishments of existing buildings is not always a realistic goal, and 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 |
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This course will provide an overview of how the 2025 California Title 24, Part 6 code addresses Passive House concepts. We will examine the basic principles, methodology, and performance targets of Passive House, focusing on electrification goals and their relationship to the updated California codes. The class will illustrate the goals, strategies, and results with regional case studies. Credits: 2 AIA LU | ICC CEUs: 0.15 Instructor: The Passive House Network Date: Thursday, July 2, 2026 9:00am - 11:00am |
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