Apply Here 3C-REN is offering a hands-on Certified Passive House Tradesperson Training and Exam through industry leading provider Emu Passive FREE (normally a $2,350 value) to contractors and tradespersons who are residents of San Luis Obispo, Santa Barbara, and Ventura County. Find more details about the Certified Passive House Tradesperson hands-on training and exam by […]
Register On this tour, you’ll have an inside look at all-electric green buildings that are energy efficient and powered completely or in part with renewable energy, reducing their carbon footprints. The tour will cover one commercial building and three residential projects in San Luis Obispo. If you’re thinking about decarbonizing your home or office, this is […]
Register Event Description The building industry will need to electrify buildings at a fast pace if cities and counties are to meet their goals for reducing Carbon emissions. One of the obstacles commonly cited for keeping status quo gas systems in place is limited space in the electric panel serving the building. We will cover […]
Register This is an in-person course, provided in partnership with the AIA California Central Coast Chapter. 8:30 AM - 11:00 AM Doors open at 8:00 AM for coffee, snacks and networking Event Description On the path to Zero Net Carbon Design, building electrification is the key to reducing operational carbon. In this course, we’ll share […]
Register For the contractors and trades involved in residential and small commercial projects, Zero Net Energy (ZNE), or near-ZNE, is on the rise, to meet the energy code as well as client expectations. Mike Horgan, owner of Cairn Collaborative has been building comfortable, efficient, ZNE projects for 20 years. In this introductory course, Mike will […]
Register Electrification is taking form in California - over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances and the state aims to have 6 million heat pumps installed by 2030. The massive infrastructure transition from gas to electric will "spark" giant demand for skilled electricians and presents a unique business opportunity. In this session, Electrify […]
Interest Form Event Description 3C-REN has partnered with SunWork Renewable Energy Projects to offer hands-on heat pump water heater (HPWH) installation training opportunities to licensed contractors and employees of licensed contractors. Participants will earn $300 while they learn about the equipment, sizing, siting, and installation best practices as they work alongside a skilled contractor. We […]
Register Event Description This course is an in-depth look at basic strategies for delivering successful all-electric decarbonized Passive House apartment buildings that teams want to build, and families want to live in. Learning Objectives Describe the 5 principles of Passive House. Outline design and construction milestones for Passive House multifamily building. Describe approaches to efficient […]
Register Appraisers and Realtors will advance their credibility and competency to better serve their clients with solar-powered homes. Newly constructed homes have been required to have solar as of 2020 and existing home installations remain on an ongoing upward trend. How much value does solar add? What is the most essential number we need related […]
Register All-Electric Design & Construction Series On the path to Zero Net Carbon Design, building electrification is the key to reducing operational carbon. In this course, we’ll share the nuts and bolts of incorporating all-electric systems into residential and small commercial projects, including tips for implementation as well as client communication. We’ll provide straight-forward information on […]
Register Event Description A free workshop for both homeowners and renters who are interested in learning about lowering energy usage in the home. The program will review the latest in energy saving tips, as well as specifically demonstrate how to use materials in tool kits available for checkout from the local public libraries. 3C-REN’s DIY […]
Register Event Description Contractors and other interested building professionals are invited to join 3C-REN at the Santa Maria Valley Contractor Association’s Cornhole Tournament on October 25, 2024! 3C-REN is proud to co-sponsor this event to provide attendees an opportunity to network, build business connections, and learn about 2025 Energy Code updates. 3C-REN will be hosting […]
Register This is the ENERGY EFFICIENCY class of the series. Do you know? CA policy goals no longer aim for net zero energy. Going forward, it’s all about emissions reductions. CA's building codes and energy policy impact the way homes are built and powered. Homes of the future will be carbon-free! Efficient, all-electric, powered by clean […]
