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Questions About Title 24?

Energy Code Coaches are local experts who can help answer your Title 24 questions, fast. Coaches have decades of experience in green building and energy efficiency improvements. They can provide citations and offer advice for your project to help your plans and forms earn approval the first time. Contact us today for help in the next 24 hours:

Energy Code Connect Blog

Recent Code Coach questions from projects in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties:

The 2025 code, effective January 1, 2026, expands electric hot water options for homes 500 square foot or smaller. It...
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In our last blog, we noted gaps in compliance with building commissioning (Cx) requirements, both for CALGreen and Energy Code,...

Regional Forums

Regional Forums provide an opportunity for building professionals to network and explore aspects of the energy code that are relevant to critical policy issues facing our region. Forums take place 2-4 times a year.

To learn about and register for upcoming regional forums and trainings, please check out our Regional Forums page.

Industry Trainings

  • 2025 Energy Code Update for the Building Industry

    Register Event Description The 2025 code cycle takes effect January 1, 2026! This course provides an overview of key changes to Title 24 Part 6 Energy Code, with a focus on architects, builders, building department staff and others in the construction industry. We’ll provide background on the reasons behind the changes and impacts for projects, […]

  • Using Wrightsoft for Residential Load Calculations

    Register Event Description Software is a powerful and useful tool, but it is not magic, nor does it know if it has been fed accurate information. ACCA Manual J Residential Load Calculation is a detailed and complex procedure with many do’s and don’ts. The various ACCA-approved softwares assist with the math involved, but they cannot […]

  • HRV and ERV in Existing Multi-Family Buildings

    Register Event Description Whether compelled by changing code or by market demand for better ventilation, providing ventilation in existing multi-family buildings is a challenge. This training explores how balanced ventilation can be added to current buildings for maximum occupant comfort and energy savings. In this training, learners will: Obtain a basic overview of balanced ventilation, specifically in […]

  • Electrify Smarter: Your Step-by-Step Home Upgrade Plan

    Register Event Description Thinking about upgrading your home but not sure where to start? Join us for an engaging and practical session designed to help Central Coast homeowners plan smarter electrification projects that save money, increase comfort, and avoid costly mistakes. In this webinar, you’ll learn: How to chart your personal electrification roadmap—from heating and […]

  • Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Training at Westlake Village

    Cedar Valley Plumbing Supply in Westlake Village 31240 Cedar Valley Dr, Westlake Village, CA, United States

    Register Event Description Heat pump water heaters (HPWH) are becoming the standard in California. This free training will prepare your plumbers to install them correctly to avoid callbacks and achieve […]

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Energy Code Documents & Resources

Building codes can be complex! We’re here to make your job easier. These documents provide references to CalGreen Building Standards and the California Energy Code (Title 24, part 6) to make it easier for you and your clients to understand building codes. If you need help right now, contact an Energy Code Coach here.

Become a Participating Contractor

3C-REN’s Home Energy Savings program offers contractors flexibility by paying incentives for actual metered kWh and therm savings. Rather than a restrictive list of measures and incentives, the program pays you to meet your customers’ energy savings or electrification needs.

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