Calendar of Events and Trainings

Register Event Description This course will cover what Energy Consultants need to know about Quality Insulation Installation (QII) to best help their clients meet the Title 24 Energy Code. QII is much more than just doing a good job installing insulation. It requires pre-planning and a lot of coordination between multiple trades. This class will discuss the important things to look for and how to use the compliance documents (CF2R forms) as invaluable checklists. Learning Objectives Understand the requirements of QII Understand who is involved in making QII pass Understand the importance of coordination and logistics with QII Understand where […]

Register 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 noise levels, ducting requirements, physical location constraints, electrical panel capacity, and more. The session concludes with an exercise exploring […]

Register Enjoy food, drinks, and great company at the third event in our High-Performance Happy Hour Series! Whether you're a homeowner, architect, or simply curious about high-performance design, join us to dive into the next generation of passive solar design principles.  Event Description We all learned the principles of passive solar design in school – south facing orientation, strategic windows, thermal mass, etc., but the old rules don’t apply in the same way. Modern buildings should still incorporate passive strategies, including daylight and ventilation, but they need a new spin on the implementation to account for improved insulation, prevalence of […]

Register Event Description This course focuses on Title 24, Part 11, the California Green Building Standards, incorporating the 2025 code changes that take effect January 1, 2026. We’ll review background of the code, the logistics of implementation and the specific requirements for residential and non-residential construction. Learning Objectives Understand CALGreen compliance process for residential and nonresidential projects, highlighting changes in the 2025 code. Become familiar with CALGreen mandatory measures and green building benefits of each Understand Tier 1 and Tier 2 options. Learn tools and best practices for submitting and reviewing compliance documentation Learning Units 1.5 AIA HSW LUs pending […]

Register Event Description PHN's Introduction to Passive House Trades course will broadly cover the following topics: Passive House basics, review of typical construction types, windows and installation, air barriers and insulation, and new, innovative PH products. It is crucial when working on Passive House buildings to properly install components, understand how to correctly implement design details and assess and plan for the current and future performance of the building. This live online course is accompanied by mini video tutorials for various PH product installations, plus incorporates actual building of Passive House details relevant to the US construction industry. Learning Objectives […]

Register Event Description Inflation Reduction Act Part 3: Pairing IRA funds with Real Estate Loans and Go Green Programs IRA funding is coming, bringing huge potential for energy-efficiency upgrades at […]

Register Event Description Do you want higher performance at lower costs? Every decision that increases pipe length decreases efficiency and adds costs. Right-sizing pipes and water heaters is essential. Integrating […]

Register Event Description This is an office-hours style open discussion about high-performance building enclosures with Home Performance Pro Judy Rachel. We'll be talking insulation, windows, air sealing, blower door testing, […]

Register Event Description Heat pumps are inherently different than gas furnaces or gas water heaters. Contractors and other industry professionals must take time to educate customers, clients, and others on […]

Register Event Description Take a look behind the scenes of how an energy performance model is developed using Energy Pro and California’s Building Energy Code Compliance (CBECC) software. We’ll review […]

Register Event Description Moving from fossil-fuel boilers to other forms of domestic hot water heating can be challenging, but it’s definitely doable. This training offers experience and strategies for providing […]

Register NAR Green Day 1: The Resource-Efficient Home - Retrofits, Remodels, Renovations, and New Home Construction Wednesday, September 17 | 9:00 am – 5:00 pm The session looks at why […]

Register Event Description We all learned the principles of passive solar design in school – south facing orientation, strategic windows, thermal mass, etc., but the old rules don’t apply in the same way. Modern buildings should still incorporate passive strategies, including daylight and ventilation, but they need a new spin on the implementation to account […]

Apply Here 3C-REN is offering a hands-on Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training and Exam through industry leading provider Emu Passive FREE (normally a $2,490 value) to tradespeople who are residents of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura County.  Find more details about the Certified Passive House Tradesperson hands-on training and exam by visiting the […]

Apply Here 3C-REN is pleased to offer The Passive House Network's (PHN's) Certified Passive House Designer/ Consultant hybrid cohort. This training is available at no cost to residents and those who work in the counties of Ventura, Santa Barbara, and San Luis Obispo. The CPHD course is the premier Passive House professional training for architects, […]

Register Event Description 3rd-party verification through HERS/ECC measures is a great way to improve energy performance and, more to the point, meet the Title 24 Energy code. In this two-part course, we’ll cover what architects and builders need to know to successfully integrate HERS/ECC measures into residential design and construction. Part 1 will provide an […]

Register Enjoy food, drinks, and great company at the last event in our High-Performance Happy Hour Series! Whether you're a homeowner, architect, or simply curious about electrification, join us to learn how renewable energy and storage are shaping the building decarbonization landscape.  Event Description As energy codes and interest in electrification come together, the winning […]

Register Event Description 3rd-party verification through HERS/ECC measures is a great way to improve energy performance and, more to the point, meet the Title 24 Energy code. In this two-part course, we’ll cover what architects and builders need to know to successfully integrate HERS/ECC measures into residential design and construction. Part 2 will address HERS/ECC […]

Register Event Description This class will cover a basic introduction into the thermodynamics that make heat pumps so efficient. Whether used for space heating or water heating, heat pumps can be up to 300% efficient! How is that even possible? This class will also cover the advantages of heat pumps over gas furnaces as well […]