Course Offerings
Upcoming Courses
Heat Pumps in Cold Climates
Wednesday, March 25th, 9:30am - 10:30am
The energy code, and the market, continues to move toward heat pumps for heating, air conditioning and hot water, but what does that mean for cold climates? In this course we’ll cover what climates are a good match for heat pumps in residential and non-residential settings and what accommodations are needed for cold weather.
CEU’s: 1.0
Hot Climates: Best Practices for Residential Energy Compliance
Tuesday, April 21st, 9:30am - 10:30am
Learn specific considerations for efficient and cost-effective energy code compliance in hot climate zones. Based on energy-modeled projects, discussion will include building orientation, massing and overhangs, wall, floor and roof assemblies, treatment of attics, mechanical cooling options and renewable energy systems.
CEU’s: 1.0
2025 CALGreen
Wednesday, May 27th, 9:30am - 11am
This course focuses on Title 24, Part 11, the California Green Building Standards, highlighting changes in the new 2025 code cycle. We’ll review background of the code, the logistics of implementation and the specific requirements for residential and non-residential construction.
CEU’s: 1.5
Past Courses
2025 Energy Code Updates
Wednesday, February 25th, 2025, 9:30am - 11am
The new Title 24 Part 6 Energy Efficiency Standards are here, taking effect January 1, 2026. This overview course will cover major changes to the code both residential and non-residential, with a focus on areas within the CCR REN region. We’ll touch on changes to renewable energy systems, battery storage requirements, heat pump water heaters, ECC (formerly HERS) verifications and more.
CEU’s: 1.5
Heat Pump Water Heaters in the Current and Upcoming Energy Code
November 5th, 2025
The use of heat pump water heaters (HPWH’s) is on the rise, due to energy efficiency as well as energy code compliance. Learn which project types and climate zones favor HPWH’s, what’s changing in the 2025 code and best practices for meeting code requirements and achieving a successful installation.
Introduction to Zero Net Carbon Design
October 21st, 2025
As the building industry continues to evolve, the focus is shifting from “zero net energy” to true Zero Net Carbon Design (ZNCD). This course offers a foundational overview of carbon’s impact in the built environment and explores strategies to reduce both embodied and operational carbon in buildings.
This training is ZNCD-compliant for architecture licensure and is intended for architects, engineers, energy consultants, and other building professionals interested in low-carbon design practices.
Leveraging the Energy Code for Home Hardening
October 7th, 2025
With increasing fire intensity throughout the state and more areas designated with high fire severity zones, our region is naturally interested in building construction that decreases fire risk. Fortunately, there is an overlap of strategies that reduce fire risk while also improving energy performance and indoor occupant health. This course walks through the intersection of the California energy code with building fire safety and home hardening.
0.15 ICC CEUs
Energy Codes for ADU’s
September 16th, 2025
Accessory Dwelling Units, or ADU’s, are popping up throughout the CCR REN region, creating great new housing but also some head-scratching for those figuring out energy code compliance. In this course, we’ll cover different types of ADU’s such as new construction, addition or garage conversion and how the energy code treats each one. We’ll share requirements and best practices for insulation, mechanical systems and hot water, with specific variations for the CCR-REN climate zones.
Introduction to the CALGreen Code
July 22nd, 2025
This session offers a practical introduction to Title 24, Part 11—the California Green Building Standards Code (CALGreen). We’ll cover the purpose and scope of the code, how it's applied in the field, and what changes are coming with the 2025 code update, which takes effect January 1, 2026.
Overview of HERS/ECC Compliance
June 24th, 2025
This session provides a practical overview of HERS (Home Energy Rating System) verification requirements—where they originate, how they’re defined in code, and what steps are involved in meeting them. We'll discuss: The foundations and goals of the HERS program, types of verifications that may be triggered, the process for compliance, as well as preview of changes in the 2025 code, set to take effect January 1, 2026. This training is intended for building professionals, energy consultants, and code compliance officers seeking clarity on HERS requirements and upcoming regulatory updates.
Introduction to the Energy Code
June 11th, 2025
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 2025 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.
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