Minimizing Embodied Carbon by Design
This class will be taught by Larry Strain and Chris Magwood, two thought leaders in the field of embodied carbon. Both, unusually, have careers combining research and practice. Larry, co-founder […]
2022 Energy Code Preview — What’s next?
The energy code can be complicated and confusing. This course will provide a concise explanation of why the energy code was created and why it’s relevant today. We will also […]
What Energy Consultants Need To Know About QII
Quality Insulation Installation (QII) is a process for verifying that a home’s thermal envelope is properly sealed and insulated. Without this verification, insulation is assumed to be poorly installed and […]
Non-Residential Tenant Improvements and Alterations
This class covers the enforcement of the CA Energy Code requirements as they apply specifically to non-residential tenant improvements and alterations. Topics covered include: Russell King, M.E. (Senior Director of […]
The Building Blocks of Passive House Performance
In this introductory course you will learn about Passive House and how it fits with other sustainable initiatives in our efforts to mitigate the Climate Crisis. Learning Objectives:
Electrification and the 2019 Energy Code
As the Energy Code continues to encourage all electric construction, builders and jurisdictions alike must pivot to understanding all electric design and how buildings are impacted by code. Join us […]
All Electric ZNE – Heat Pumps and Electric Appliances for Residential and Small Commercial Projects
Construction in California is moving toward cost-effective, all-electric systems, without natural gas. This class will discuss the benefits and potential barriers to integration of all all-electric systems. Learning objectives:
HRV and ERV Basics
Heat Recovery Ventilation (HRV) and Energy Recovery Ventilation (ERV) Basics will provide introductory level information about HRVs and ERVs and how they are installed in today’s homes. Information will be […]
Heat Pump Water Heaters for Energy Code (Private Sector)
Description: We’ll walk through the basics of heat pump water heaters (HPWH) for homes and provide critical compliance information for the California Energy Code 2019 Residential Standards. We’ll cover why […]
Understanding CALGreen Requirements for Residential and Nonresidential Projects
We’ll go through the 2019 CALGreen (Title 24, Part 11) requirements for residential and nonresidential projects and discuss documentation submission and compliance review. This course is beneficial for developing a […]
