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Today, newer more efficient furnaces and especially heat pumps require larger volumes of air to be moved than older higher temperature rise heating equipment. The Principles of Moving Air (POMA) course will benefit anyone working in the New, Retrofit or Repair portions of the industry and will give those who are designing or installing duct systems...
As part of the Kootenay Clean Energy Transition program, we are hosting a learning opportunity to prepare Kootenay electricians for the growing demand to install electric vehicle charging stations. More EV stations are coming, are you ready to be an installer? Join us on November 18 (8-9 a.m. PST) for a FREE virtual open house:...
Join CEA to learn about the funding available for Level 2 and DCFC charging infrastructure in the Kootenay region, including site host criteria and funding eligibility. Participants will also hear from Plug in BC about other funding programs available for fleets, workplace charging and more. More information is available at https://acceleratekootenays.ca/2-0/
Explore the key concepts of good mechanical design, system commissioning and trouble shooting with real-life Kootenay examples. Of interest to builders, designers, building officials, and HVAC service providers. Rob Pope, a HVAC design engineer of Ecolighten in Vancouver BC, presents the key concepts of good mechanical design, system commissioning, & troubleshooting with real-life Kootenay examples....
We invite local government staff, active transportation advocates, and those with an interest in equity-centered climate action to attend this webinar exploring how two BC local governments and their program partners are supporting the adoption of e-bikes through incentives programs. Hear from UBC on current e-bike adoption trends and research, followed by the Community Social Planning Council of...
Explore the key concepts of good mechanical design, system commissioning and trouble shooting with real-life Kootenay examples. Of interest to builders, designers, building officials, and HVAC service providers. Rob Pope, a HVAC design engineer of Ecolighten in Vancouver BC, presents the key concepts of good mechanical design, system commissioning, & troubleshooting with real-life Kootenay examples....
CHBA Northern BC, in collaboration with Community Energy Association, offer this FREE two-hour webinar on unraveling the mysteries of cold climate heat pumps. Presented by Edmonton-based builder Peter Amerongen, and Don Curry, heat-pump installer. A panel discussion will include a builder from northern BC, energy advisor, and other invited guests. Learn the technical considerations of...
Join us for an information session about the funding available for EV Charging. You may be eligible to receive funding for EV charging infrastructure! To register, got to: tinyurl.com/2p82fxsy For more information visit: https://acceleratekootenays.ca/2-0 Or contact: destinationEV@communityenergy.ca
This FREE practical, comprehensive webinar offers building professionals and designers guidance in planning and confidently implementing solar PV options for their clients. Part 1 will cover grid-connected solar PV systems principles, costs and benefits, and how builders can best prepare for increasing adoption in BC. Using CHBA Northern solar PV project case studies,. Part 2...
Join the RDEK Community Energy manager at this FREE webinar about an upcoming Net Zero residential project in Cranbrook, BC. High-performance builder, Bruce Murdoch of K-Country Homes will: -overview materials selection and assemblies based on both cost and energy efficiency, -discuss achieving airtightness, -outline deciding on mechanical systems to give high performance, house-as-a-system results. Pre-approved...
The BC Energy Step Code is ushering higher efficiency requirements in all new construction throughout BC (https://www.bcrea.bc.ca/wp-content/uploads/STEP_RealtorsMiniBrochure_v01.pdf ) During this FREE, 1 hour, online lunch & learn explore proven approaches to marketing high performance, energy efficient homes with a focus on northern BC. This event is for an audience of real estate professionals, builders, and...
Building A Legacy North Presents, "Step Up to Step Code" Week The BC Energy Step Code is ushering higher efficiency requirements in all new construction throughout BC https://youtu.be/3J8nP_owhgU Join us at one or several sub-regionally focused “Step up to Step Code” sessions to learn what it will take to successfully navigate Step Code’s “Performance Pathway”,...
