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  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    In many parts of the United States, navigating building permits required for distributed energy resources such as solar, storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) can be a daunting process.  Under a three-year project, funded by the U.S. Department of Energy, the New Buildings Institute (NBI; an IREC partner) has led the development of a series of guidelines to streamline the permitting and inspection processes for distributed energy resources. In this video produced by NBI and Forth Mobility, listen in to a description of how to use these guidelines and an overview of code requirements for the installation of Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) installations and 120V or 240V outlets in single-family, multifamily, and office buildings. This video recording is recognized for 1 CEU by both the International Code Council (ICC) an American Institute of Architects (AIA). To earn your credit, you can submit your Certificate of Completion to the appropriate reviewers at ICC an AIA. Please enjoy the presentations.

    Developed in collaboration with New Buildings Institute (NBI), Forth Mobility, and several expert reviewers the Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) Permitting and Inspection Guidelines provide an overview of code requirements for the installation of Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) installations and 120V or 240V outlets in single family, in Multifamily and Office buildings. The guides reference the 2020 NEC, 2021 IBC and 2017 ICC A117.11 as well as the 2017 NEC 2018 IBC and 2017 ICC A117.11. In many parts of the United States, navigating building permits required for distributed energy resources such as solar, storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) can be a daunting process.  By providing specific and replicable lists of permitting and inspection requirements, local jurisdictions can streamline the permitting and inspection process by reducing informational barriers while helping ensure the design and installation of these distributed energy resources are consistent, code compliant, and safe.

    In this video produced by NBI and Forth Mobility, listen in to a description of how to use these guidelines and an overview of code requirements for the installation of Level 2 Electric Vehicle Supply Equipment (EVSE) installations and 120V or 240V outlets in single family buildings, multifamily, and office buildings.. 

    You can expect to hear:

    • Part 1: 0:00:00 - 04:25:00 - Introduction and Overview of the Guide Purpose and Contents
    • Part 2: 04:25:00 - 05:23:00- Limitations of the Guide
    • Part 3: 05:23:00 - 07:15:00- Permit Submission Requirements
    • Part 4: 07:15:00 - 12:55:00- General Installation Guide, All Sites and Mutli-family/Office Sites
    • Part 5: 12:55:00 - 13:21:00- Permitting Checklist A guide to helping AHJ's streamline EVSE permits.
    • Part 6: 13:21:00 - 14:28:00- Inspection Checklist, and Supporting Resources

    This video recording is recognized for 1 CEU by both the International Code Council (ICC) an American Institute of Architects (AIA). To earn your credit, you can submit your Certificate of Completion to the appropriate reviewers at ICC an AIA. Please enjoy the presentations.

    This material is based upon work supported by the U.S. Department of Energy and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), under the Building Technology Office (BTO) Award Number EE0009457.

  • Product not yet rated Contains 6 Component(s), Includes Credits

    In many parts of the United States, navigating building permits required for distributed energy resources such as solar, storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) can be a daunting process.  Under a three-year project, funded by the Department of Energy, the New Buildings Institute (NBI; an EMPOWERED partner) has led the development of a series of guidelines to streamline the permitting and inspection processes for distributed energy resources. In this video produced by NBI and Earth Advantage, listen in to a description of how to use these guidelines and an overview of code requirements for the installation of Energy Storage Systems (standalone and paired with simple photovoltaic systems) in single-family, multifamily, and office buildings. This video recording is recognized for 1 CEU by both the International Code Council (ICC) an American Institute of Architects (AIA). To earn your credit, you can submit your Certificate of Completion to the appropriate reviewers at ICC an AIA. Please enjoy the presentations.

    Developed in collaboration with New Buildings Institute (NBI), Earth Advantage, and several expert reviewers the Solar and Energy Storage System Permitting & Inspection Guidelines provide an overview of code requirements for the installation of Energy Storage Systems (standalone and paired with simple photovoltaic systems) in single-family, multifamily, and office buildings. In many parts of the United States, navigating building permits required for distributed energy resources such as solar, storage, and electric vehicles (EVs) can be a daunting process.  By providing specific and replicable lists of permitting and inspection requirements, local jurisdictions can streamline the permitting and inspection process by reducing informational barriers while helping ensure the design and installation of these distributed energy resources are consistent, code compliant, and safe.

    In this video produced by NBI and Earth Advantage, listen in to a description of how to use these guidelines and an overview of code requirements for the installation of Energy Storage Systems (standalone and paired with simple photovoltaic systems) in single-family, multifamily, and office buildings. 

    You can expect to hear:

    • Overview of code requirements for Solar and Energy Storage Systems
    • Permit and submission requirements
    • General installation guides
    • Plan review checklist
    • Field inspection checklist
    • Supporting resources with links to all the applicable codes

    This video recording is recognized for 1 CEU by both the International Code Council (ICC) an American Institute of Architects (AIA). To earn your credit, you can submit your Certificate of Completion to the appropriate reviewers at ICC an AIA. Please enjoy the presentations.

    This material is based upon work supported by the Department of Energy and Office of Energy Efficiency and Renewable Energy (EERE), under the Building Technology Office (BTO) Award Number EE0009457.

  • Product not yet rated Contains 5 Component(s)

    Commercial buildings have the potential to lead the way to a decarbonized, electrified future. The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will accelerate these efforts in states and cities across the country. With this great opportunity comes the chance to learn best practices for scaling electrified building solutions safely, efficiently, and economically. In this recorded webinar, experts from across the country discuss successful strategies being adopted today. Webinar March 21, 2023

    Commercial buildings have the potential to lead the way to a decarbonized, electrified future. The passage of the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) will accelerate these efforts in states and cities across the country. With this great opportunity comes the chance to learn best practices for scaling electrified building solutions safely, efficiently, and economically. In this commercial building electrification webinar, join experts from across the country to gain insights into successful strategies being adopted today.

    You can expect to hear:

    • What Zero Net Energy goals mean in an age of accelerating decarbonization
    • How building codes and other policies can play a critical role in helping jurisdictions pursue carbon-neutral building policies and programs
    • Case studies of critical building-scale technology solutions and products that promise to help advance buildings toward carbon neutrality in new construction and retrofits
    • Electrification of the small and medium-sized commercial and multifamily building sectors 
    • Challenges and opportunities that can arise in cold climates
    • How do all-electric installations for large commercial buildings compare to conventional approaches from the design, installation, cost, and energy use perspectives
    • How to overcome barriers in choosing the best all-electric options
    • How the New York State Clean Heat program is helping commercial building owners adopt cost-saving solutions

    Alexi Miller

    Acting Director of Building Innovation

    New Buildings Institute (NBI)

    Alexi Miller is Acting Director of Building Innovation and lead engineer at the New Buildings Institute (NBI). Alexi leads a team that provides technical expertise to drive adoption of advanced building decarbonization technologies and practices. His team is the technical backbone supporting a wide variety of decarbonization, grid integration, and electrification efforts both within NBI and beyond. Alexi oversees national-scale collaborative efforts including the Advanced Water Heating Initiative and the GridOptimal Buildings Initiative.

    Scott Hackel

    Vice President of Research

    Slipstream

    Scott Hackel is Vice President of Research at Slipstream. Scott Hackel leads the Research + Innovation team in its mission to discover, test, and scale the strategies and technologies that impact climate and equity. As a veteran of the energy efficiency industry, he understands the challenges of unpacking climate solutions that benefit everyone. Scott earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison as well as a graduate certificate in energy analysis and policy. He is an active member of both USGBC Wisconsin and ASHRAE, where he serves on the national Task Force for Building Decarbonization and other committees.

    Mark Ditch

    Senior Energy Engineer

    National Grid Energy Services

    Mark Ditch is Senior Energy Engineer at National Grid Energy Services. Mark has 28 years of experience as an engineering consultant and construction supervisor in the HVAC and energy industries. As manager of an energy services group, he provided energy audits, central plant improvements, HVAC energy efficient design, combined heat and power plant evaluation, design, and construction administration. In addition, Mark provides commissioning services for new and remodeled mechanical, electrical, and energy management systems.

    Adam McMillen

    Director of Sustainability

    IMEG Corp

    Adam McMillen is Director of Sustainability at IMEG Corp, where he leads the firm’s high-performance building design and project sustainability efforts. In addition to implementing technical design strategies that improve building performance, reduce energy use, and preserve natural resources, Adam leads IMEG’s energy modeling team and builds industry relationships that positively impact the built environment. Adam is a licensed professional mechanical engineer with extensive knowledge of energy and life-cycle cost analysis.

  • Contains 6 Component(s)

    Across the country, there is a move toward building electrification, replacing appliances that use other fuels with electricity. Learn about the trends in retrofitting we are most likely to see in the coming years that move the U.S. toward a 100% electric future. Webinar February 21, 2023

    Across the country, there is a move toward building electrification, replacing appliances that use other fuels with electricity. Learn about the trends in retrofitting we are most likely to see in the coming years that move the U.S. toward a 100% electric future. Panelists also answer questions about how the following efficiency technologies can work together: Weatherization, heat pump water heating, efficient heat pumps, induction stoves, and electric infrastructure upgrades.

    You can expect to hear:

    • Common things that building owners and code officials may notice (based on code cycle and location) and how to resolve them
    • Pathways toward 100% electrification—it doesn’t have to happen all at once!
    • The role heat pump space and water heating technology play in the transition
    • Tools and training to help code officials, homeowners, and policymakers better understand the transition
    • How the SolSmart program can help communities improve permitting and inspection processes to support electrification with solar power

    Alexi Miller

    Acting Director of Building Innovation

    New Buildings Institute (NBI)

    Alexi Miller is Acting Director of Building Innovation and lead engineer at the New Buildings Institute (NBI). Alexi leads a team that provides technical expertise to drive adoption of advanced building decarbonization technologies and practices. His team is the technical backbone supporting a wide variety of decarbonization, grid integration, and electrification efforts both within NBI and beyond. Alexi oversees national-scale collaborative efforts including the Advanced Water Heating Initiative and the GridOptimal Buildings Initiative.

    Scott Hackel

    Vice President of Research

    Slipstream

    Scott Hackel is Vice President of Research at Slipstream. Scott Hackel leads the Research + Innovation team in its mission to discover, test, and scale the strategies and technologies that impact climate and equity. As a veteran of the energy efficiency industry, he understands the challenges of unpacking climate solutions that benefit everyone. Scott earned his bachelor’s and master’s degrees in mechanical engineering from the University of Wisconsin-Madison as well as a graduate certificate in energy analysis and policy. He is an active member of both USGBC Wisconsin and ASHRAE, where he serves on the national Task Force for Building Decarbonization and other committees.

    Mark Ditch

    Senior Energy Engineer

    National Grid Energy Services

    Mark Ditch is Senior Energy Engineer at National Grid Energy Services. Mark has 28 years of experience as an engineering consultant and construction supervisor in the HVAC and energy industries. As manager of an energy services group, he provided energy audits, central plant improvements, HVAC energy efficient design, combined heat and power plant evaluation, design, and construction administration. In addition, Mark provides commissioning services for new and remodeled mechanical, electrical, and energy management systems.

    Adam McMillen

    Director of Sustainability

    IMEG Corp

    Adam McMillen is Director of Sustainability at IMEG Corp, where he leads the firm’s high-performance building design and project sustainability efforts. In addition to implementing technical design strategies that improve building performance, reduce energy use, and preserve natural resources, Adam leads IMEG’s energy modeling team and builds industry relationships that positively impact the built environment. Adam is a licensed professional mechanical engineer with extensive knowledge of energy and life-cycle cost analysis.

  • Product not yet rated Contains 4 Product(s)

    Four 15-20 minute, self-paced, online courses will introduce facility operators, energy managers, engineering and project management staff, and other facilities management staff to common advanced control strategies. This course series also includes a live Q&A session with SUNY campus staff and national experts where you will have the opportunity to engage in question and answer sessions. Content areas that will be covered include optimal scheduling, AHU supply air pressure and temperature resets, economizers, and demand-controlled ventilation.

    Four 15-20 minute, self-paced, online courses will introduce facility operators, energy managers, engineering and project management staff, and other facilities management staff to common advanced control strategies. This course series also includes a live Q&A session with SUNY campus staff and national experts where you will have the opportunity to engage in question and answer sessions. Content areas that will be covered include optimal scheduling, AHU supply air pressure and temperature resets, economizers, and demand-controlled ventilation.

    Courses in this series are:

    • Optimal Scheduling
    • Pressure and Temperature Resets
    • Economizers
    • Demand-Controlled Ventilation

    After completing this series participants will be able to:

    • Explain common sequences of operations (SOO) and their operations.
    • Identify errors and troubleshoot system operation as it relates to SOO.
    • Describe what points need to be trended and monitored to ensure proper operation.
    • Describe the energy and comfort implications of the SOO as well as implications of not properly operating the systems per SOO.
  • Product not yet rated Contains 2 Component(s)

    Did you know that ASHRAE Guideline 36 retrofits can save 25-45% in whole building energy use and are cost effective, debunking conventional wisdom that controls retrofits are not cost-effective? Webinar Recorded: January 25, 2023

    During this webinar, we introduce ASHRAE Guideline 36-2021, High-Performance Sequences of Operation for HVAC Systems. This guideline is the industry's first attempt to standardize building control sequences and promote best-in-class sequences for energy savings and easy implementation. We will introduce its intent, benefits, scope, and the stakeholders involved in designing and implementing ASHRAE Guideline 36. Then we will highlight the key control sequence concepts in this guideline, including AHU static pressure resets through trim and respond, dual-max controls for VAV terminal unit with reheat, and Automated Fault Detection and Diagnostics (AFDD). We will also discuss how to screen your buildings to see if they are a good candidate for a controls retrofit leveraging Guideline 36. Completed and ongoing ASHRAE Guideline 36 field demonstrations sponsored by California Energy Commission (CEC), NYSERDA, and Minnesota Department of Commerce (MN DOC) will be featured.

    Your expert panelists:
    1.) Joe Zhou, Director of Research and Innovation, Slipstream
    2.) Hwakong Cheng, Principal, Taylor Engineers
    3.) Gwelen Paliaga, Senior Director, Research and Technology, TRC

  • Contains 6 Component(s)

    Building materials have long been studied to learn about their impacts on building durability. But only recently have the materials and systems been examined to look at fire performance as well. Whether you are designing, constructing, or inspecting buildings, you will want to understand the material safety of high-performance homes. Join experts from across the country to gain insights into efficient construction materials and systems we are most likely to see in the coming years. Webinar January 17, 2023

    2023 and beyond will usher in unprecedented growth for energy-efficient buildings. If you are a building owner or developer, you may be considering constructing or retrofitting your building with efficient materials. If you are a code official, you are likely to be inspecting buildings constructed with different materials and systems. And if you are involved in any aspect of building fire safety, you probably have questions about the safety of these efficient building materials. Building materials have long been studied to learn about their impacts on building durability. But only recently have the materials and systems been examined to look at fire performance as well. Join experts from across the country to gain insights into efficient construction materials and systems we are most likely to see in the coming years. 

    You can expect to hear:

    • Types of efficient building materials including spray foam and structural insulated panels (SIPs). 
    • How to use a free website that provides expert advice on building envelope system performance.
    • Available pre-assessment tool to save time and money on projects by helping to review existing health and safety conditions.
    • Initial evaluation of the fire performance of selected efficient building systems. 

    Sean DeCrane

    Director Health and Safety Operational Services

    International Association of Fire Fighters

    Sean DeCrane is the Director, Fire Fighter Health and Safety Operational Services for the International Association of Fire Fighters based in Washington, DC. Prior to assuming his current role, Sean was a Research Engineer Associate for UL Solutions focused on developing strategic planning, project prioritization and implementation for the UL Fire Research and Development Team while assigned to the Principal Engineers Team for UL’s Built Environment. Chief DeCrane represented the International Association of Fire Fighters in the International Code Council process and has served on the 2009, 2012, 2015 and 2018 Fire Code Developing Committee and as Chair for 2015 and 2018. He has also served on the ICC’s International Residential Code for 2021 and 2024 Editions and as Chair for 2024 as well as the NFPA 1 Technical Advisory Panel, NFPA Research Foundation on Tall Wood Buildings and served as the Chair of the Fire Test Work Group for the ICC Tall Wood Building Ad Hoc Committee.

    Edward Louie

    Senior Associate Energy Efficiency Engineer

    Pacific Northwest National Laboratory

    Edward quantitatively and qualitatively examines how energy-efficient products and technologies perform in the real world, noting new issues that arise from increasing energy efficiency. His experiences include assessing, verifying, and quantifying the energy performance of over 600 new homes seeking above code energy efficiency certifications in the greater Portland and Southwest Washington area.

    Andre Desjarlais

    Residential Buildings Program Manager

    Oak Ridge National Laboratory

    André Desjarlais is the Residential Buildings Research Program Manager for the Building Envelope Materials Research Program at the Oak Ridge National Laboratory.  He has been involved in building envelope and materials research for over 40 years, first as a consultant and, for the last 25 years, at ORNL.  Areas of expertise include building envelope and material energy efficiency, moisture control, and durability. 

    Joe Pasma

    National Sales Manager

    Enercept

    Since 1992 Joe has been involved in the Structural Insulated Panel industry.  Joe has worked for multiple SIP manufacturers and has spent 10 years installing SIPs in the Minneapolis/St. Paul MN area.  Joe currently serves as a board member of SIPA, Structural Insulated Panel Association.  Joe also is a member of ANSI and ASTM committees. Joe’s experience includes more than 40 years of Structural Engineering, Sales Engineering, Product Development, Building Science Applications

  • Contains 2 Component(s)

    How different (or alike) are solar projects on the utility scale versus commercial or industrial sized projects? Take this 30-minute tour of a 4 MW system in California.

    According to the Solar Energy Industries Association (SEIA), there are about 10,000 solar projects over 1 MW (megawatt) in operation or development across the U.S. Visit one of them in this 30-minute video, without having to brave the heat of the Mojave Desert. Join Stephen San Juan from RISE Renewables and Sean Silvey from Fluke Corporation as they discuss components and important aspects of system safety and performance. Along the way, select the question marks to respond to questions and learn more information.

  • Product not yet rated Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This module will provide facility operators, energy managers, engineering, and project management staff with an overview of demand-controlled ventilation.

    In this module, we will explore occupancy-based DCV and CO2-based DCV concepts, and describe DCV components, controls setup, and control sequences (recommended in ASHRAE Guideline 36 High-Performance Sequences of Operation for HVAC Systems for single-zone systems). 

  • Contains 3 Component(s), Includes Credits

    This module will provide facility operators, energy managers, engineering, and project management staff with an overview of economizers.

    In this module, we will explain economizer concepts, describe controls setup, and learn when and how to apply air-side economizers. Industry best practices for implementing economizers will also be introduced. Detailed air-side economizer control sequences and a control programming example will be illustrated. Finally, common issues related to air-side economizer setup, operation, and maintenance will be reviewed.