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August 9, 2023

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Breaking Barriers – Energy Friendly Permitting (Summer Forum)

Breaking Barriers – Energy Friendly Permitting (Summer Forum)

Energy efficiency and electrification projects have become a focus across the state. Permitting is a necessary step to ensure we are meeting our goals, but is also a significant barrier.

In this virtual forum, we will have speakers share best practices and strategies for permitting processes, which may include transitioning to online permitting, virtual inspection, energy friendly permit programs, and more. Speakers will also address common challenges to permitting for electrification, e.g. setbacks, noise levels, panel sizing/utility pushback.

Join 3C-REN in identifying obstacles, solutions, and resources for our region through facilitated discussion.

Introduction to Passive House Retrofits

Passive House, Steve Mann

The Passive House Institute developed EnerPHit certification standards to accommodate the realities of existing old buildings, where foundations, party lines,...

July 24, 2024

Zoning for Heat Pumps – Strategies for Best Outcomes

Electrification, Heat Pumps, Larry Waters

Zone control is a popular strategy for addressing different climate zones in a home. Many customers and contractors newer to...

July 19, 2024

Carbon Reduction through Building Electrification – Part 1: All Electric Design & Construction Series

Andy Pease, Electrification, Jennifer Rennick, ZNCD

On the path to Zero Net Carbon Design, building electrification is the key to reducing operational carbon. In this course,...

July 18, 2024