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SUMMARY:HPSC's Retrofitting with a House-as-a-System Approach (Kamloops)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home approach to create better homes for your clients and to grow your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course is an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home\, or house-as-a-system\, approach to both create better homes for your clients and to grow your business. By participating you will learn: \n\nHow a house operates as a system\nHow to identify common home issues that have energy retrofit solutions\, and how to avoid creating new issues.\nHow to explain the home- and life-improving benefits of your products and services\nHow to create a reciprocal referral network that can support your clients to complete whole-home retrofits and bring in more business for your company.\n\nThis course focuses on practical examples and scenarios providing participants with takeaways they can immediately put into practice. \nAre your clients interested in accessing Provincial rebates for their heat pump installs\, insulation upgrades or window and door retrofits? This course is included in the mandatory qualification criteria for the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN)\, the network of contractors that homeowners must hire from to access retrofit rebates from the Province of BC and utility providers. \nRegistration\nRegister for $20+ service fee on Eventbrite
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/hpscs-retrofitting-with-a-house-as-a-system-approach-kamloops/
LOCATION:Thompson Rivers University\, 1055 University Drive\, Kamloops\, BC\, V2C 0C8\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Understanding the Impacts and Risks of Building Envelope Upgrades (Pt. 2)
DESCRIPTION:A well-constructed building envelope is key to a healthy\, energy-efficient modern home. Experts from RDH Building Science will explain and demonstrate methods for delivering high-performing building envelopes by retrofit. Join this three-part series to learn how to spot common mistakes and how to follow best practices for upgrading great building envelopes. \nPart 2: Case Studies and Lessons Learned. \nDive into studies of real-world\, residential applications to understand common pitfalls around moisture control\, thermal bridging\, and air leakage—and how to prevent them with risk mitigation strategies. \nRegister on Eventbrite \n  \nNotes\nThis event has been pre-approved for 1 Continuing Professional Development (CPD) Point through BC Housing. \nEvent is free of charge\, but you must pre-register. \nIf you can’t attend the webinar – no problem! We’ll provide the slide deck and a link to the recording to all those who have registered. \n  \nAbout the Presenters\nJames Bourget\, ABET\, RRO\, CPHT | Principle\, Construction Specialist \nJames Bourget began his career in the construction industry in 1975. Over the years\, he has established a multifaceted skill set and familiarity with various trades’ practices\, including masonry\, carpentry\, concrete placing and finishing\, architectural sheet metal\, painting\, as well as various stucco systems. In 2003 he joined RDH Building Science and since has been specializing in condition assessments\, project design\, detail development\, and field review on Existing Buildings projects. \nAs an approved roof inspector with the Roofing Contractors Association of British Columbia\, James has developed expertise in the investigation\, design\, and field review of complex and specialty roof renewal and replacement projects. He is also a Certified Passive House Tradesperson. \nJames has extensive experience mentoring and training members of the building industry. He currently shares his knowledge of the building enclosure as a hands-on instructor at the British Columbia Institute of Technology for both Passive House and building science related courses. As part of an initiative to support the implementation of a province-wide energy step code policy\, James also provides hands-on airtightness training to builders and contractors. He has worked with reputable manufacturers to film installation demonstration videos of their products such as membranes\, barriers\, and cladding attachments. \nGeoff Kirkpatrick\, Instructor / Registered Energy Advisor\, BCIT Zero Energy/Emissions Buildings Learning Centre \nGeoff Kirkpatrick is passionate about providing solutions for high-performance envelopes. With over 30 years of experience in residential and commercial construction\, he educates and consults on building enclosure assemblies\, specializing in airtight assemblies and enclosure details. \nGeoff is a part-time studies instructor at BCIT’s Zero Energy/Emissions Buildings Learning Centre and is Registered Energy Advisor actively providing Evaluations in the Kootenay Region. \nJenna Annett is a facilitator with the Community Energy Association. \n\n\n\n\nPartners & Funders\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nBrought to you by the Community Energy Association and the Canadian Home Builders’ Association Northern BC with the support of BC Hydro\, FortisBC\, Province of BC\, Real Estate Foundation of BC\, and the Regional Districts of Central Kootenay and Kootenay Boundary.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/understanding-impacts-risks-building-envelope-upgrades-part2/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:Quick & Easy Wins: BC Hydro’s low or no cost options to achieve corporate energy savings for local governments and Indigenous communities 
DESCRIPTION:Start your year off with the low hanging fruit! Discover simpler options to reduce electricity use and benefit from cost savings in your local government corporate facilities and infrastructure. Learn directly from BC Hydro program managers and have your questions answered about the following programs\, including eligibility\, application processes and estimated savings: \n\nEnergy Wise Network (receive coaching and incentive funding to implement an energy efficiency campaign)\nDemand response for business (shifting demand during peak periods to earn credits)\nContinuous Optimization (commissioning and recommissioning studies to identify low cost measures for operational savings)\nBusiness Energy-Savings Incentives (funding for up to 25% of the upfront costs for equipment or lighting upgrades)\n\nWho should attend? Staff from small to mid-sized local governments and Indigenous communities that are BC Hydro electricity customers. \nRSVP for Free
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/quick-easy-wins-bc-hydros-low-or-no-cost-options-to-achieve-corporate-energy-savings-for-local-governments-and-indigenous-communities/
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SUMMARY:BC Home Energy Rebates for Single Family Homes: Homeowner Information Session
DESCRIPTION:Are you hoping to upgrade your home’s energy efficiency\, or add renewable energy and EV charging? With BC’s generous home energy rebate programs\, a more comfortable home is in reach. \nJoin the Community Energy Association for a run-down of current rebates and incentives available in BC and tips for navigating the program requirements. \nFeatured Programs \nProvince of BC: \n\nCleanBC Energy Savings Program\n\nBC Hydro \n\nHome Renovation Rebate Program\nElectric Vehicle Charger Rebate\nSolar Panels and Battery Storage Rebate\n\nFortisBC \n\nHome Renovation Rebate Program\nDual Fuel Heating System Rebate\nAppliance Maintenance Rebates\n\nTake the first step towards a more comfortable and healthier home and start saving today!  Register Here! \nFeature presentations by: \n\nProvince of BC\nBC Hydro\nFortis BC
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/bc-home-energy-rebates-for-single-family-homes-homeowner-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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SUMMARY:HPSC's Retrofitting with a House-as-a-System Approach (Kimberley)
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home approach to create better homes for your clients and to grow your business. \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nThis course is an introduction to retrofitting with a whole-home\, or house-as-a-system\, approach to both create better homes for your clients and to grow your business. By participating you will learn: \n\nHow a house operates as a system\nHow to identify common home issues that have energy retrofit solutions\, and how to avoid creating new issues.\nHow to explain the home- and life-improving benefits of your products and services\nHow to create a reciprocal referral network that can support your clients to complete whole-home retrofits and bring in more business for your company.\n\nThis course focuses on practical examples and scenarios providing participants with takeaways they can immediately put into practice. \nAre your clients interested in accessing Provincial rebates for their heat pump installs\, insulation upgrades or window and door retrofits? This course is included in the mandatory qualification criteria for the Home Performance Contractor Network (HPCN)\, the network of contractors that homeowners must hire from to access retrofit rebates from the Province of BC and utility providers. \nRegistration\nRegister for $20+ service fee on Eventbrite
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/hpscs-retrofitting-with-a-house-as-a-system-approach-kimberley/
LOCATION:Trickle Creek Lodge\, 500 Stemwinder Drive\, Kimberley\, BC\, V1A 2Y6\, Canada
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SUMMARY:Simplify Heat Pump Selection: there’s an app for that
DESCRIPTION:It’s not easy sizing and selecting the right heat pump for a given home. Ducted or ductless\, multiple or single zone\, heating capacity and cooling capacity\, limited warranties… it all adds up to a big headache. \nBut now you can make the decision-making process easier with the new Local Energy Efficiency Partnership (LEEP) Air-Source Heat Pump Sizing and Selection App. This free\, online tool from Natural Resources Canada is a user-friendly way for HVAC designers and contractors to quickly specify a heat pump project. It even lets contractors\, builders\, electricians\, homeowners and others collaborate and comment on proposed solutions within the app. \nJoin Community Energy Association and Ecolighten for a guided tour of the app and demonstrations of how it can help your work go faster and more smoothly. So\, you can spend less time in spec sheets and more time installing efficient systems. \nRegister on Eventbrite \n  \n  \nNotes\nEvent is free of charge\, but you must pre-register for the webinar you’d like to attend. \nIf you can’t attend the webinar – no problem! We’ll provide the slide deck and a link to the recording to all those who have registered. \nContinuing Professional Development (CPD) Points through BC Housing are pending. \n  \nAbout the Presenter\nRob Pope\, Senior Consultant\, Ecolighten Energy Solutions \nRob started working in the HVAC industry in the mid 1970s where he began his apprenticeship in high-end custom homes\, quickly earning tickets in sheet metal\, refrigeration and gas fitting. During this time\, he installed\, serviced and began designing the first wave of energy-efficient systems such as condensing gas furnaces and boilers\, heat recovery ventilation\, heat pumps and solar thermal. Rob was the Mechanical Consultant on the first residence in Canada to achieve a Canadian LEED® certification. As an active member of the industry he has served as an executive member of the HVCI and TECA industry associations\, advocating for higher standards and better education for its members.
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/heat-pump-selection-app/
LOCATION:Zoom
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Vancouver:20250226T080000
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SUMMARY:BC Home Energy Rebates for Single Family Homes: Contractor Information Session
DESCRIPTION:If your clients are interested in upgrading their home’s energy efficiency\, or adding renewable energy and EV charging\, BC’s rebate programs can make it happen. \nAs a retrofit contractor\, learn how to maximize rebate opportunities for your clients. Join the Community Energy Association for a run-down of current rebate programs available in BC and tips for navigating incentive programs. \nFeatured Programs \nProvince of BC: \n\nCleanBC Energy Savings Program\n\nBC Hydro \n\nHome Renovation Rebate Program\nElectric Vehicle Charger Rebate\nSolar Panels and Battery Storage Rebate\n\nFortisBC \n\nHome Renovation Rebate Program\nDual Fuel Heating System Rebate\nAppliance Maintenance Rebates\n\nDon’t miss this chance to help your clients save money!  Register Here! \n\n\n\n\nFeaturing presentations by:\n\nProvince of BC\nBC Hydro\nFortisBC
URL:https://www.communityenergy.ca/event/bc-home-energy-rebates-for-single-family-homes-contractor-information-session/
LOCATION:Zoom
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