3C-REN

Batteries: Options and implementation for a building’s energy storage system
2024-01-24 10:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | CA
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Whether you’re interested in resiliency and cost savings for a home or simply meeting energy codes for new construction, understanding battery storage is increasingly important for the building industry. In this course, we’ll go over battery types, what’s currently available and what’s on the horizon, how to size a battery for code compliance or other goals, and what to look for in implementation.
Learning objectives:

Understand different battery types and their applications for buildings
Know the process for sizing batteries and when they are required
Review cost implications for battery use when paired with on-site renewable energy
Understand practical integration of batteries into project design and construction

Instructors: Jennifer Rennick and Grant Murphy, In Balance Green Consulting

Home Electrification Workshop with Resilient Central Coast
2024-01-23 18:30 - 19:45 | CA
A recording can be found here.
Today many homes on the Central Coast use natural gas or propane to power heating at home like space heating, water heating, cooking and drying clothes. The great news is it’s now easier than ever to power our homes with clean, climate safe renewable energy and create a clean energy home.
Join 3C-REN in collaboration with Resilient Central Coast for this informative online workshop to learn about the important first steps to creating a clean energy home. Speakers will discuss resources and services available to help residents—from home evaluations and electrical system check-ups to working with contractors and accessing rebates and incentives.

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Agenda Outline:

6:30-6:40pm: Introductions & Home Electrification Overview (including the human and environmental health benefits) with Ecology Action
6:40-7:10: Simplify your transition to a clean energy home through personalized home electrification plans, consultations and access to a network of trusted contractors. Guest speakers Cooper Marcus from QuitCarbon and Mark Woods from G2e Home Energy Advisors LLC discuss the services they provide to residents and highlight important first steps.
7:10-7:30: Learn how to stack incentives and rebates from local, state, and federal programs to maximize your cost savings—and in some cases, cover your costs completely! Our guest speaker Lori La Riva from 3C-REN will discuss current incentive programs from 3C-REN, 3CE, and TECH, with information on current IRA tax credits and future rebates.
7:30-7:45: QA with all presenters

Using Life Cycle Assessment & Embodied Carbon Calculators to Make Design and Product Choices
2024-01-18 15:00 - 16:30 | CA
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This hands-on training will equip participants with the practical knowledge and skills to leverage Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) tools and embodied carbon (EC) calculators in the architectural design and construction process. The course will guide attendees through each phase of a project, from conceptual design to the as-built stage, highlighting the application and benefits of different LCA tools like EPIC, Tally, and EC3. In response to current market needs, this training also includes an overview of other popular LCA tools, their costs and capabilities, and the situations in which they are most effective. Participants will learn how to utilize these tools to make informed design decisions, foster constructive conversations within the project team, and track the project’s embodied carbon footprint. Furthermore, we will explore strategies for incentivizing low-carbon procurement and identifying opportunities for future improvement. The objective is to empower participants to effectively integrate LCA and EC considerations into their projects, fostering a more sustainable and carbon-conscious built environment.
Learning objectives

Learn how to use EC/LCA tools effectively at each phase of design and construction
Learn how to communicate across the design and construction team about EC/LCA topics
Understand what decisions at each phase can lead to lower EC footprint
Be able to track, look back, and learn from challenges in addressing EC

1 AIA|LU available for this course

Introduction to the Energy Code
2024-01-11 09:30 - 11:00 | CA
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This course provides an overview of the California Energy Code, Title 24 Part 6, including the historic context, organization, resources and overall goals for this current code cycle. Serving as an optional refresher for code officials, architects and builders who will be participating in 2022 energy code classes, or as an introduction for those entering the building industry, this course will provide a strong foundation for design, permitting and compliance.
Learning Objectives:

Understand what the Building Energy Efficiency Standards code is and why we have one in California
Learn how the energy code is organized and where to find the information you need
Recognize key energy requirements that can inform building design, plan review and construction decisions
Know where to get help quickly for your energy code questions

Learning Units:
1.5 AIA HSW LU approved for this course
0.15 ICC CEU approved for this course
Instructors:
Jennifer Rennick, In Balance Green Consulting
Grant Murphy, In Balance Green Consulting

Getting Past Heat Pump Objections
2023-12-15 08:00 - 10:00 | CA
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Heat Pumps are quickly gaining traction as a preferred HVAC and water heating technology, but many customers and contractors are unfamiliar with heat pumps or remain skeptical. In order to meet California’s ambitious heat pump goals (6 million by 2030), contractors and other industry professionals must arm themselves with the knowledge (and sometimes the data) to dispel myths about heat pumps.
In this webinar, you’ll hear from Larry Waters, an HVAC industry veteran who switched his focus towards home performance in 2010 and towards inverter heat pumps in 2014. With over 400 heat pump installations under his belt, Larry’s heard just about every objection in the book and will relay best practices for responding to such objections.

Learning Objectives

Explain why understanding a customer’s personality profile is important
List one of the first steps to take before addressing an objection
Describe one reason why older vintage heat pumps spoiled the opinions of some customers & HVAC pros
Offer one alternative solution for a customer who does not want a wall-mounted mini split

2 AIA LU’s available for this course
.20 ICC CEU’s available for this course

Instructors:
Larry Waters, Electrify My Home
Alex Sloan, Electrify My Home

Real Estate Professionals Community Mentoring Sessions
2023-12-08 09:00 - 10:30 | CA
Real Estate Professionals Community Mentoring Sessions
Sessions will provide ongoing support for real estate agents and appraisers on the topics of Efficient, Healthy, Clean-energy Homes.
Participants are invited to bring questions, share experiences, and continue to build their expertise.
Instructor: Debra Little, Home Performance and Valuation Specialist, AjO

All-Electric Water Heating (SLOCAOR)
2023-12-06 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom link provided upon registration
Are you a realtor who wants to be prepared for questions about electrification or be able to identify opportunities for home energy upgrades? Attendees will learn how to identify when homes are good candidates for all-electric (heat pump) water heater upgrades and what rebates and incentives are locally available to support an affordable transition.

What Energy Consultants Need To Know About HERS Measures
2023-12-05 09:00 - 10:30 | CA
Instructor: Russ King, Coded Energy
This course will cover what Energy Consultants need to know about energy features that require third-party HERS verification. Some HERS measures are required on most projects but some are optional. Energy consultants might see the energy savings reflected when selecting these optional features but may not be aware of all the work, cost, and coordination required to make them pass in the field.
Learning Objectives:
· Understand what features require HERS verification
· Understand what HERS measures are fairly simple to pass
· Understand what HERS measures are very difficult to pass
· Learn some best practices for ensuring HERS measures will pass.

Flexible Dates: Become a HERS Rater
2023-12-01, 2023-11-01, 2023-10-01 | CA
INTEREST FORM​

3C-REN has partnered with CalCERTS, Inc. to offer HERS (Home Energy Rating System) Rater training for FREE* to qualified candidates across the tri-counties!
As the California Energy Code (Title 24 Part 6) becomes more stringent, HERS Raters are essential to the construction process as trusted third-party reviewers of the performance of a building’s major energy-using appliances.
Candidates will learn to conduct the following tests to verify the performance of various building systems:

Duct Tests
Blower Door Tests
Quality Insulation Installation (QII)
Fan Efficacy/Watt Draw
Refrigerant Charge Verification
Solar System Verification
And more!

HERS certification has several tracts depending on the individual’s focus. Pathways include:

HERS Residential Alterations
HERS New Construction
HERS Solar
HERS II – Whole House Rater + CA RESNET
HERS Nonresidential

A high school diploma or GED is recommended for enrolling in this training opportunity. For more information about what a HERS Rater does, visit WWW.CALCERTS.COM to find a detailed course listing, definitions, resources, job qualifications, and more.
To sign up for this training fill out the interest form. 3C-REN staff will follow up to schedule a short discussion about your experience and career trajectory.
*3C-REN will fully pay for training in partnership with CalCERTS, Inc. Candidates will be responsible for any field house and EPA 608 examination fees, which typically range from $200 to $325. Exams include: HERS Residential Alterations Compliance Fieldhouse and EPA 608 Universal Certification Core and Type II. These exams are required to become a HERS Rater in California and to handle refrigerants (EPA 608). In addition, 3C-REN will require candidates to complete a brief bi-annual survey for one year, detailing their experience after the class.

Residential Compliance Forms for Occupancy
2023-11-29 14:00 - 15:00 | CA
As a follow-up to “Residential Compliance Forms for Permitting”, we will build on the initial compliance forms used for the building permit to understand what measures are required during construction and how to demonstrate compliance. This course is beneficial for architects, engineers and other design professionals, builders, owners and developers, plans examiners, and others who are interested in efficiency and accuracy in energy code compliance.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how to read the CF-1R for required construction measures
Review common HERS measures and how the tests are conducted and verified
Identify common snags that may hold up final occupancy, and how to avoid them
Discuss major differences between new construction and alterations + additions

Learning Units:1.0 AIA HSW approved for this course
0.10 ICC CEU approved for this course
Instructors:Jennifer Rennick, In Balance Green ConsultingPaul Dunn, Central Coast Energy Compliance

Residential Compliance Forms for Occupancy
2023-11-29 14:00 - 15:00 | CA
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As a follow-up to “Residential Compliance Forms for Permitting”, we will build on the initial compliance forms used for the building permit to understand what measures are required during construction and how to demonstrate compliance. This course is beneficial for architects, engineers and other design professionals, builders, owners and developers, plans examiners, and others who are interested in efficiency and accuracy in energy code compliance.
Learning Objectives:

Understand how to read the CF-1R for required construction measures
Review common HERS measures and how the tests are conducted and verified
Identify common snags that may hold up final occupancy, and how to avoid them
Discuss major differences between new construction and alterations + additions

Learning Units:1.0 AIA HSW pending for this course
0.10 ICC CEU pending for this course
Instructors:Jennifer Rennick, In Balance Green ConsultingPaul Dunn, Central Coast Energy Compliance

Home Assessments for Decarbonization - Class 6: High Performance Fundamentals Series
2023-11-16 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
This is class 6 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class.

This class is designed to prepare building practitioners, who have basic to advanced knowledge of residential building, to assist homeowners on their pathways to electrification. We will cover all phases of the assessment process from understanding homeowner goals and setting expectations, through a methodical investigation and documentation of existing conditions and potential issues, to proposing and prioritizing solutions and offering implementation resources. A homeowner questionnaire template, existing condition form, and annotated electrification resource directory will be included as class handouts.

Learning Objectives
After attending this class, participants will be able to:

Estimate a homeowner’s anticipated future electrical loads
Identify equipment strategies to help minimize electric load additions
Guide homeowners in developing a comprehensive, prioritized electrification plan
Direct homeowners to credible, informative electrification resources

1.5 AIA|HSW LU’s available for this course
Instructors:

Ann Edminster, Design AVEnues LLC

Clean Energy Homes: How Realtors earn stellar referrals while boosting profits
2023-11-15 09:00 - 13:00 | CA
Realtors will learn new routes to increased profits as they guide clients to homes that are often superior on several levels: healthy, safe, comfortable, durable, resilient, of higher quality and with lower costs of ownership. They’ll build expertise to realize higher sales prices and commissions, faster marketing times, stronger credibility, and deeper personal fulfillment in their work. Those who’ve experienced living in a high-performance home treasure their homes! They testify to the quality of life and cost savings, and this proof grows progressively stronger over time! These clients are even more than a good referral, they’re advocates; one of the most valued assets any sales professional can have. Building on courses #1 & 2, attendees will increase comprehension of why and how CE homes are outstanding. There’s a strong business case for Realtors! As they guide their buyers and sellers to CE homes, they’re supporting their client’s best interests as well as the environment’s. Every house makes a difference!

Learning Objectives:

Referral Gold: Earn the strongest-ever referrals from extraordinarily happy clients
Expand profit potential with the business opportunities of guiding clients to HP homes
Inform clients about benefits, features, and higher market values
Improve selling effectiveness with compelling sales strategies and tools
Increase visibility of assets and benefits in listings and tour materials
Apply the whole-human approach to resonating with customers

Target Audience: Realtors, & Sales Teams of Builders, Developers, Related Associates
Learning Level: Beginner, Intermediate, Advanced
Continuing Education Credits: 4 hours DRE

Visit https://ajo.earth/classes/ for more information.
Instructors:

Debra Little, AjO

The Power of Existing Buildings
2023-11-14 12:15 - 13:30 | Zoom link provided upon registration
The Power of Existing Buildings: Save Money, Improve Health, and Reduce Environmental Impacts
Carl Elefante was right when he said, “no amount of new green construction will get us where we need to go if we ignore existing buildings.”  Four out of five existing buildings will require renovation over the next generation. Well-planned, deep energy retrofits ensure cost-effectiveness, longevity, and comfort.
Existing buildings have the power to meaningfully change the calculus of reaching a zero emissions future.  In order to ensure the costs of electrification and the cleaning of grids around the country do not put undo financial burdens on building owners and tenants, commercial and residential buildings must significantly reduce demand.  Most existing buildings can reduce their current operating carbon by 70-80% provided owners and developers take a strategic and holistic approach to decarbonization.
This session will provide a series of “no-regrets” moves, using building science and data science tools, that every owner of a building or portfolio of buildings can take to properly prioritize investments in their existing buildings for the purpose of optimizing financial returns and building performance returns. Building performance components considered include energy/operating carbon, occupant health and wellness and building resilience.
Policy makers will continue to escalate the financial and social pressures to decarbonize existing buildings because they are a critical part of reducing the overall financial, environmental, and social risks of a zero emissions future.  It makes sense to have a holistic plan before you start investing in individual tactics.

Learning Objectives

Attendees will be introduced to the underlying logic, strategies, tactics, and tools for planning and goal setting to achieve optimal decarbonization, indoor air quality and resilience in the retrofitting of existing buildings.
Attendees will learn about the integration of building science and data science to optimize the retrofitting of a building for continued use — or for transition to a different use (office building to multifamily building for example).
Attendees will also be informed about prioritizing the order of moving forward with the retrofitting of multiple buildings (each building optimized individually) for the most cost-effective and environmentally responsible outcomes.

1 AIA LU pending for this course
Event Hosted by:

Instructors:
Beth Eckenrode, AUROS Group
Craig Stevenson, AUROS Group

The Power of Existing Buidlings
2023-11-14 12:15 - 13:30 | Zoom link provided upon registration
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The Power of Existing Buildings: Save Money, Improve Health, and Reduce Environmental Impacts
Carl Elefante was right when he said, “no amount of new green construction will get us where we need to go if we ignore existing buildings.”  Four out of five existing buildings will require renovation over the next generation. Well-planned, deep energy retrofits ensure cost-effectiveness, longevity, and comfort.
Existing buildings have the power to meaningfully change the calculus of reaching a zero emissions future.  In order to ensure the costs of electrification and the cleaning of grids around the country do not put undo financial burdens on building owners and tenants, commercial and residential buildings must significantly reduce demand.  Most existing buildings can reduce their current operating carbon by 70-80% provided owners and developers take a strategic and holistic approach to decarbonization.
This session will provide a series of “no-regrets” moves, using building science and data science tools, that every owner of a building or portfolio of buildings can take to properly prioritize investments in their existing buildings for the purpose of optimizing financial returns and building performance returns. Building performance components considered include energy/operating carbon, occupant health and wellness and building resilience.
Policy makers will continue to escalate the financial and social pressures to decarbonize existing buildings because they are a critical part of reducing the overall financial, environmental, and social risks of a zero emissions future.  It makes sense to have a holistic plan before you start investing in individual tactics.

Learning Objectives

Attendees will be introduced to the underlying logic, strategies, tactics, and tools for planning and goal setting to achieve optimal decarbonization, indoor air quality and resilience in the retrofitting of existing buildings.
Attendees will learn about the integration of building science and data science to optimize the retrofitting of a building for continued use — or for transition to a different use (office building to multifamily building for example).
Attendees will also be informed about prioritizing the order of moving forward with the retrofitting of multiple buildings (each building optimized individually) for the most cost-effective and environmentally responsible outcomes.

1 AIA LU pending for this course
Event Hosted by:

Instructors:
Beth Eckenrode, AUROS Group
Craig Stevenson, AUROS Group
Matt Bowers, AUROS Group

High Performance Homes: Valuation 2
2023-11-14 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
Advancing appraiser training, this class builds on the content of courses 1 & 2, recommended as prerequisites.
How & Why: We’ll examine the details of a new all-electric, carbon-free, Passive House, currently under construction.
Outcomes: 12 benefits of high-performance homes

Health
Safety
Comfort
Quality
Durability
Aesthetics
Energy efficient
Water efficient
Resilient
Costs less to own.
Lower greenhouse gas emissions
Market value

Class exercises: Appraisers will practice application of knowledge gained in the
3-Course series to valuation questions pertaining to the example house.
Learning Objectives

Gain comprehension of high-performance assets and their benefits
Describe 12 benefits of high-performance homes
Be equipped with key questions to ask about comparables
Appraisers will further develop their expertise, gain practice in application, and enjoy group discussion of appraisal approaches and challenges as we consider a real, in-progress construction project

Target Audience

Experienced Appraisers

Learning Level: Intermediate and Advanced
*Course is designed for those familiar with valuation principles
Continuing Education Credits: 3 hours BREA, BOE
Instructors:

Debra Little, AjO

Carbon-Free Homes: Features, Benefits, Valuation
2023-11-08 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
This is the ENERGY EFFICIENCY class of the series.

Do you know? CA policy goals no longer aim for net zero energy. Going forward, it’s all about emissions reductions. CA’s building codes and energy policy impact the way homes are built and powered. Homes of the future will be carbon-free! Efficient, all-electric, powered by clean energy. How will the new requirements impact their market value? What benefits do buyers care about? Carbon free homes are typically more healthy, safe, comfortable, durable, resilient, and cost less to own. Their high performance elevates occupant’s quality of life while delivering multiple societal benefits including cleaner air and water.

Attendees will gain comprehension of specific features typical to carbon-free new and existing homes. In valuation or guiding customers in buying and selling, the proficiency gained in this course will be a professional differentiator that strengthens their business.

Learning Objectives

Recognize building elements typical to carbon-free homes
Understand emissions-reducing efficiency
Describe benefits of CF homes including indoor air quality and energy savings
Comprehend why air tightness is even more important than insulation
Relate how families have realized health improvements such as asthma
Gain familiarity with current building codes and energy policy
Comprehend approaches to valuation of efficiency assets and solar PV
Accurately represent carbon free homes in sales listings and appraisal reporting

Audience: Experienced Appraisers, Agents, Lenders, Related Professionals

Learning Level: Intermediate and Advanced
*Course is designed for those familiar with valuation principles

Continuing Education Credits: 3 hours BREA, DRE, BOE

Visit https://ajo.earth/classes/ for more information.

Residential Compliance Forms for Permitting
2023-11-07 14:00 - 15:00 | Zoom link provided upon registration
We will walk through the 2022 Residential Title 24 energy code compliance forms, highlighting the areas that are significant to the project’s results. We’ll discuss what goes into the forms, how to identify errors and inconsistencies and how to get it right the first time. This course is beneficial for architects, engineers and other design professionals, builders, owners and developers, plans examiners, and others who are interested in efficiency and accuracy in energy code compliance.
Learning Objectives:
• Understand how to read and correlate information from permit drawings to the CF-1R
• Identify areas of inconsistency that frequently snag a plan review.
• Learn what aspects of the CF-1R are not as impactful, requiring less attention
• Determine which measures identified in the CF-1R trigger construction verification.
Learning Units:
0.10 ICC CEU approved for this course
1.0 AIA HSW pending for this course
Instructors:
Jennifer Rennick, In Balance Green Consulting
Grant Murphy, In Balance Green Consulting

Solar PV: Technology and Valuation
2023-11-01 09:00 - 12:00 | CA
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Appraisers and Realtors will advance their credibility and competency to better serve their clients with solar-powered homes. Newly constructed homes have been required to have solar as of 2020 and existing home installations remain on an ongoing upward trend. How much value does solar add? What is the most essential number we need related to valuation? While saving money is the primary motive for homeowners to invest in solar, CA building codes and energy policies are key market drivers as goals prioritize decarbonization; all-electric buildings powered by solar. Attendees will be better equipped to represent solar assets accurately in sales, competently determine value, and be credible guides for buyers and sellers.

Learning Objectives:

Answer essential questions regarding the valuation of a solar system
Identify components of solar systems
Be aware of variations in utility rates and their impact on value
Understand motives and market influencers of homeowner decisions
Determine the value of solar PV systems: 3 appraisal approaches
Accurately represent solar in listings including vital points to inform value
Stakeholder’s shared pool of knowledge to support fair valuations

Target Audience:
Real Estate Appraisers, Agents, Lenders, Related Associates

Learning Level: Intermediate
*Course is designed for those familiar with valuation principles

Continuing Education Credits: 3 hours continuing ed. BREA, DRE, BOE

Visit https://ajo.earth/classes/ for more information.

Passive Design/Build Boot Camp with Emu Passive - Hands On Training and Exam (FREE!)
2023-10-30 - 2023-11-03 | The Community Arts Workshop, 631 Garden St, Santa Barbara, 93101
APPLICATION PERIOD CLOSED
3C-REN is offering a hands-on Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training and Exam through industry leading provider Emu Passive FREE (normally a $2,100 value) to contractors and tradespersons 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 Emu Systems Website: https://emu.systems/training/passive-house-boot-camp/
This free 5-day in-person training will be held at The Community Arts Workshop in Downtown Santa Barbara from Monday, October 30th to Friday, November 3rd.
General Training Agenda:

Two days of classroom learning
Two days of a hands-on Passive Pod workshop
Half-day exam

How to apply for the Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training and Exam:

Complete the google form HERE. By completing this form, you are confirming your ability and commitment to attend the full five-day training in Santa Barbara for the dates listed above.
If space is available, you will then receive an email that includes a direct link and unique code to complete your registration on the Emu Systems website. You must complete this step to finalize your enrollment.

This is a first-come, first-serve opportunity. Preference will be given to contractors and tradespersons in San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura Counties. Space is limited. More information about course logistics will be shared upon confirmation of enrollment.
If you have any questions or need help, please email ian.logan@ventura.org.
Please apply or share this opportunity with your network or anyone who may be interested!

HERS Registries
2023-10-26 09:00 - 10:30 | CA
Instructor: Russ King, Coded Energy
This course will cover one of the most powerful Energy Code compliance tools available: the online HERS Registries and the Project Status Report. These registries are specifically intended to keep track of all of the compliance documentation, CF1Rs, CF2Rs, and CF3Rs. This class is intended for building department personnel, permit technicians, plan checkers and field inspectors. Accessible with just a smartphone and internet service, the HERS Registries can tell you which forms are required for any given project and what the status of each form is.
Learning Objectives:
· Understand the overall compliance process and how HERS registries fit into it
· Understand what projects need to be registered
· Understand how to read a Project Status Report (PSR)
· Understand how to demonstrate compliance without printing any forms
· Understand how to find a project in the registries
· Learn some best practices for using the registries

Modeling All-Electric Homes in the 2022 Energy Code
2023-10-24 09:30 - 11:00 | CA
All-Electric Homes are having their moment, with state policies, incentives, and energy code providing builders, homeowners, and energy consultants a strong nudge toward all-electric designs. We will go over how to model all-electric homes (single family and multifamily) for maximum compliance benefit, including the Variable Capacity Heat Pump (VCHP) compliance credit and Heat Pump Water Heaters. We’ll also cover PV sizing and how that may differ for all-electric homes and mixed-fuel homes. Retrofits and new construction will also be covered with examples using tri-county climate zones.
Learning Outcomes:

Understand why all-electric homes are important
Learn the energy code requirements for heating and cooling, water heating, cooking, and laundry
Understand how electric systems perform under the performance method for Title 24 compliance
Hear best practices for modeling all-electric homes

Target Audience:

Energy consultants
Homeowners
General contractors
Subcontractors
Architects

Learning Units:
1.5 AIA LU approved for this course
0.15 ICC CEU approved for this course
Instructor:
Nick Brown, Build Smart Group

The Electrification Path – A Case Study
2023-10-20 08:00 - 10:00 | CA
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As California begins to electrify, homeowners will each have a unique path to electrification. For some, this means upgrading one appliance at a time; for others, it means replacing them all at once and offsetting with on-site solar. Regardless of the timeline, there are some important planning steps that must take place, as well as a continual vision for optimizing efficiency.
During this webinar, EMH will present a case study of a customer’s electrification journey. You’ll hear directly from the customer, who will share why they went gas-free, what their experience was like, and what bumps in the road were faced on this adventure.

Learning Objectives

What is the first step in the Electrification “Order of Operations?”
Name three capabilities a customer should look for in their Electrification Partner
Explain EMH’s reasoning behind their water heating approach for this customer
Why was it important to have the attic ductwork buried?

2 AIA LU’s approved for this course
.20 ICC CEU’s approved for this course

Instructors:
Larry Waters, Electrify My Home
Alex Sloan, Electrify My Home

National Association of REALTORS Green Designation (Hybrid)
2023-10-19 09:00 - 2023-10-20 17:00 | Ventura County Coastal Association of REALTORS – Jim Keith Education Center, 2350 Wankel Way, Oxnard, CA, 93030, United States
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NAR’s Green Designation is a two-day program that gives you the solid foundation of skills you need. Free to Members & Non-Members.
NAR’s GREEN Designation is your two-day passport to becoming a leader in the green real estate industry. The course is a deep dive into high-performance homes, consumer demand, resource-efficient living, and practical advice for homeowners looking to improve their homes. You’ll come out of it not just as a real estate agent, but as an ambassador for a greener, healthier planet, well-equipped to provide invaluable insights to both consumers and builders.
Seize this chance to not just propel your career, but also to make a meaningful difference. Enroll today and let’s build a sustainable future, one home at a time.
Who Should Enroll?
Are you an ambitious real estate agent driven to be the go-to expert in the fast-growing green home market? NAR’s GREEN Designation is meticulously crafted for agents like you, who are eager to enlighten themselves about the nuances of energy efficiency and sustainability in the real estate sector.
What You’ll Gain
Here’s your golden ticket to an arsenal of exclusive, members-only tools and resources aimed at catapulting your career into the eco-friendly stratosphere:

Competitive Edge: Leverage tailor-made marketing tools and gain an unassailable competitive advantage.
Market Mastery: Uncover the art and science of marketing green homes distinctively, backed by market research.
Client Communication: Learn the language of green to engage and educate an increasingly eco-conscious clientele.
Visibility: Stamp your mark as a trusted advisor listed in our prestigious online GREEN directory.
Continued Learning: Stay updated with exclusive industry webinars and our content-rich monthly newsletter from the GREEN REsource Council.
Social Media Pack: Turn heads and thumbs with pre-written green content for your social media channels.
Promo Power: Elevate your brand with a suite of customizable promotional tools—from client handouts and brochures to banners and press releases.
Online Resource Haven: Unlimited access to toolkits, guides, and a wealth of resources via the members-only section of our website.
Community: Become part of a network of like-minded professionals via access to the exclusive GRC Facebook group.

Course Overview
Earning NAR’s Green Designation: Be the Future, Today!
Green homes are no longer just a fad; they’re the future! Not only do they sell faster, but they also rake in a premium. The modern homebuyer is savvy, seeking homes that provide both comfort and sustainability. Don’t be left behind; be the agent who guides them home.
GREEN Designation Benefits
Become the pioneer in green real estate, unlocking an array of members-only perks. Our exclusive video tutorials offer step-by-step guidance on how to maximize these extraordinary benefits.
Evergreen Education: The Foundation for Your Green Empire
Your journey starts with our transformative two-day training program, available both online and in-person. Our esteemed panel of subject matter experts has curated an exciting curriculum that covers:

Consumer Trends: Understand why green homes are selling like hotcakes and for a neat premium.
Resource-Efficient Living: Learn how smart homes and certified homes offer unparalleled benefits to consumers.
Home Improvement Strategies: Guide homeowners on how to enhance resource efficiency—be it low-cost fixes, retrofits, or even major renovations.
Cost-Benefit Analysis: Master the economics of retrofitting vs. remodeling vs. renovating, and so much more.

Sustainability & You
Upon course completion, you’ll have ongoing access to our treasure trove of marketing materials, newsletters, and the latest research. So, you’ll always stay relevant in an ever-evolving market.
Instructor:
Eileen Oldroyd, Frankling Energy

Water Heating Distribution Best Practices - Class 5: High Performance Fundamentals Series
2023-10-18 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
This is class 5 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class.
Do you have any customers who wait a long time to get hot water somewhere in their house? Do you know someone who is frustrated watching the water run down the drain while waiting when outdoor watering is restricted due to drought? Have you ever wondered why a shower sometimes feels wimpy and what you can do about it without adding a boost pump? And, given the trend toward decarbonization, how do you pick a water heater that will provide customer satisfaction and be energy efficient? Would you like to know how to solve these and related problems in existing buildings and prevent them in new ones? We will discuss the answers to these and other questions during this fast-paced class.

Learning Objectives

After attending this class, participants will be able to:

Identify the causes underlying occupants’ number one hot water complaint (it takes too long for hot water to get from a water heater to fixtures) and what can be done to fix the problem in existing homes and prevent it in new ones.
Describe the value of the IAPMO Water Demand Calculator to right-size the plumbing in single-family and multifamily dwellings.
Assist homeowners in selecting replacement water heaters that will meet their household needs as well as State climate goals.
Summarize the variables that need to be evaluated when replacing an existing non-heat pump water heater with a heat pump model.

1.5 AIA|HSW LU’s available for this course
Instructors:

Gary Klein, Gary Klein & Associates

Remodeling—A Great Time to Improve Efficiency and Electrify
2023-10-17 12:00 - 13:00 | CA
A recording can be found here.

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This class is intended to equip homeowners planning remodeling projects to work effectively with their design and building team to incorporate high-performance goals of efficiency, comfort, electrification, etc.—and avoid common pitfalls. Managing even a simple project can be challenging enough, but when you’re targeting high performance, it takes extra care to make sure you get the results you hope for. This talk will cover:

Definitions and benefits of high performance, efficiency, electrification, solar, and batteries
A quick introduction to State energy/climate goals
The planning process: gathering ideas and information and setting priorities
Popular electric equipment options
Assembling and working with your team
Coordinating your team to access incentives

Heat Pump Fundamentals: Space Conditioning and Water Heating - Class 4: High Performance Fundamentals Series
2023-10-04 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
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This is class 4 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class. This series will be hosted twice throughout 2023.

Having gained a solid understanding of high-performance building enclosures from classes 1 through 3 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals series, participants are well-prepared for this class, which will provide a foundation in the use of heat pumps for both space conditioning (heating and cooling) and water heating. The class will cover what a heat pump is and explain why heat pumps are essential elements of high performance buildings. Special attention will be paid to refrigerants: how heat pumps use them, how to avoid leaks through proper installation, and why it’s important to avoid leaks due to the damage they can cause to contractor profitability and the planet. An overview will be provided to aid in selecting, sizing, installing, and commissioning heat pump equipment, so that it performs as intended.
Learning Objectives
After attending this class, participants will be able to:

Describe in lay language what a heat pump is, its benefits, and how it works;
Describe the environmental consequence of releasing small quantities of refrigerant to the atmosphere;
Define heat pump performance metrics and variables that differentiate different models;
Explain the process of sizing and selecting a heat pump;
List, in order, the steps for installing and commissioning a heat pump.

1.5 AIA|HSW LU’s available for this course
Instructors:

Dan Perunko, Balance Point Home Performance

Crafting High Performance Enclosures: Roofs, Walls, and Floors - Class 3 High Performance Fundamentals Series
2023-09-28 15:00 - 17:00 | CA
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This is class 3 of 6 in 3C-REN’s High Performance Fundamentals Certificate series. Earn a 3C-REN certificate of completion after finishing the series and passing short quizzes at the end of each class.

Building enclosures – the roof, walls, and floor – are the first line of defense between nature and people. Enclosure performance is optimized when air sealing and insulation – two underappreciated and typically underperforming features – are done to high-performance standards rather than the status quo. The preceding class in our High Performance Fundamentals program (How Buildings Work; Science and Buildings and Science in Buildings) covered the scientific principles needed to effectively design high-performance buildings. This class covers installation — the practical application of those principles on the job site – the hands-on activities that differentiate ‘business-as-usual’ from high-performance construction. These include best practices for air sealing, insulation installation, and window installation, along with the tools and methods (e.g., blower door testing) used to measure the quality of work, and the metrics against which the work can be evaluated.

Learning Objectives
After attending this class, participants will be able to:

Describe preferred methods and materials used for air sealing different types of building openings, and how to test the results;
Explain the difference between conventional insulation practices and “Quality Insulation Installation (QII)” methods, and how QII is verified;
Identify five common building enclosure installation flaws and how to avoid them.
Quantify the magnitude of the gap between minimum energy code compliance and high performance, where all energy features are confirmed with building performance test methods.

Instructors:

Judy Rachel, Home Performance Pro
