The news has been filled with stories of policy wins across the US as building decarbonization continues to make gains. Join us on February 28th to learn from a panel of local experts about recent wins and active efforts in the great state of Illinois. RSVP
Shaping and Molding Energy Policy in California: Be an influencer not a reactor Energy codes, standards and policy are often viewed by manufacturers, specifiers, and builders as necessary evils, factors that get in the way of executing building projects. Few of us realize the essential nature of the regulatory function of government - policy and …
Join Luis Aguirre-Torres for a presentation and open discussion about financing challenges and opportunities in electrifying your communities. RSVP
Join us Thursday, March 2nd from 6:00pm- 7:30pm in a conversation via Zoom with Tanisha-Jean Martin, Climate Community Director and Environmental Justice Consultant with SD Urban Sustainability Coalition and Maria Muhammad CEO of I Am Green, a non-profit that reconnects our community back to the planet and each other. Both organizations focus on community education and making sure communities don’t get left …
SD350 Webinar: Climate Justice Leadership Conversation Read More »
In person, March 7 – 9, 2023, in San Diego this year The 2023 Hot Water Forum (HWF) comes at a critical—and promising—time. The emergence of new water-heating technologies combined with the investments in building decarbonization and workforce development made by the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act and the Inflation Reduction Act creates the opportunity for significant …
The Department of Energy (DOE) recently launched its Buildings Upgrade Prize, an exciting new opportunity for up to 60 cross-sectoral teams to win cash prizes of $200,000-$400,000 plus technical assistance to support the transformation of existing buildings with energy efficiency upgrades and clean energy. Join us for an informational session to learn more about the …
DOE Buildings Upgrade Prize 101 from Residential Retrofits for Energy Equity Read More »
The Department of Energy (DOE) recently launched its Buildings Upgrade Prize, an exciting new opportunity for up to 60 cross-sectoral teams to win cash prizes of $200,000-$400,000 plus technical assistance to support the transformation of existing buildings with energy efficiency upgrades and clean energy. Join us for an informational session to learn more about the …
DOE Buildings Upgrade Prize 101 from Residential Retrofits for Energy Equity Read More »
The Institute for Energy Efficiency at UC Santa Barbara invites you to attend our 2023 Emerging Technologies Review (ETR) Workshops. This year, the first IEE ETR workshop will be a 1-day online event focusing on "Beyond Efficiency to Electrification in California" on Friday, March 10th. To confront the climate crisis, California's building sector needs to completely phase out "efficient" natural gas technologies. …
UCSB Webinar: Beyond Efficiency to Electrification in California Read More »
Bring your own electrification questions and Ask Sean how to electrify your home! We have teamed up with Sean Armstrong of Redwood Energy, so we can all learn more about how affordable and doable it is to electrify your home. We will share “how to” case studies, electrification tips including solar, rebate info, eco-friendly ideas …
This webinar will explore the barriers and opportunities to electrifying California’s homes and buildings from those with firsthand experience — contractors, homeowners, and property owners. With a focus on lower-income residents and economically-challenged businesses, we will address both political and financial solutions that can help the state transition to clean, healthy homes and buildings. RSVP …
TCC Webinar: Building Electrification – Stories from the Home Front Read More »
Electric heat pumps can improve your home’s energy efficiency, lower your utility bills and reduce your carbon footprint — while keeping your home comfortable throughout the year — and new tax incentives make it easier for you to get one. Join us for “Heat pumps 101: Efficiently heat and cool your home while saving money” …
PIRG Webinar: Heat pumps 101: Efficiently heat and cool your home while saving money Read More »
We meet every month to provide updates on Coalition activities and events, present short educational briefs, and to ask for your support to accelerate the transition to all-electric buildings in San Diego. All are welcome to attend, hope to see you there! (March 2023 meeting shifted to third Thursday) Zoom link
Join us March 21 to explore the technical and policy issues related to reducing or ending natural gas use. Many local jurisdictions have been working to decrease the use of natural gas in buildings in order to meet energy and climate goals. Some are considering when natural gas use should be stopped completely, proposing “end-of-flow" …
HVAC Choices for Student Health and Learning: What Policymakers, School Leaders, and Advocates Need to Know US public school buildings play a critical role serving both students and community members. However, more than 40 percent of school districts need significant updates or replacements to their heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) systems. Fortunately, advances in …
RMI Webinar: HVAC Choices for Student Health and Learning Read More »
This workshop will cover the Transformative Climate Communities (TCC) Program Round 5 application process, key materials, and key dates. Participants will have the opportunity to hear from past grantees and the Technical Assistance team, as well as ask the TCC team questions. This workshop is targeted for ALL AUDIENCES. For the Tribal and Rural and …
CPUC Energy Division staff will explain how California is leading the way in decarbonizing our communities, discussing current and upcoming programs and policies, including some from other state agencies. Invited speakers will share information on the benefits of building electrification in California communities and local governments, the health and cost benefits for residents, and how …
The North Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood (NTPLLN) is a 10-acre interdisciplinary environment blending academic, residential, commercial, and cultural programming. At 1.6M SF, it fulfills the school’s pioneering vision for a vibrant live/learn community that anticipates and accommodates consistent annual enrollment increases and exemplifies sustainable design. Each of the six primary buildings are designed …
SDGBC: UCSD Torrey Pines Living and Learning Neighborhood Site Tour Read More »
Heat, drought, fires, flooding - the climate crisis has hit San Diego County, but this March 23rd we can hit back. We are calling on our region’s power provider, San Diego Community Power, to adopt a binding legal commitment to provide 100% of our local energy from clean, renewable sources by 2035. Right now, 100% renewable by 2035 is …
This briefing series is an opportunity to hear from Federal Electrification Policy Coalition (FEPC) experts about the latest updates on IRA implementation. This installment will specifically cover the latest tax credit guidance (45L, 25C/D, 179D, and more). Prior installments of this webinar series have covered buildings-related tax credits and affordable housing, the Defense Production Act …
FEPC Webinar: IRA implementation series: Checking in on the latest tax credit guidance Read More »
Central Heat Pump Water Heater (HPWH) systems are an efficient hot water solution for multifamily buildings, with a lower operating cost than traditional systems. However, this technology faces a unique set of barriers, which present challenges to widespread adoption and energy equity. This session will summarize research on centralized HPWH systems in multifamily buildings from …
Central Heat Pump Water Heaters for Multifamily Supply Side Assessment Study & Workshop Read More »
Join the BDC for a conversation with AJ Patton, founder of 548 Enterprise. The 548 Enterprise philosophy is to redevelop metropolitan communities by utilizing renewable and sustainable technologies, allowing us to create savings for families, lower environmental impact, and drive value for the community. RSVP
