Webinar – Roadblocks to Energy Efficiency

Roadblocks to Energy Efficiency

Date & Time
May 19, 2026 08:30 AM
Description
Join Energy Trust for this introductory training on identifying roadblocks to home energy efficiency upgrades. This presentation covers a variety of potential roadblocks to projects, why they may stop work, and potential resolutions.

Seattle City Light: Conversations to Power Your Clean Energy Future

Seattle City Light: Conversations to Power Your Clean Energy Future

Seattle, WA

Monday, May 11  •  9 AM – 11 AM
Overview

Join the Seattle 2030 District & SCL for an engaging Energy Week event!

Join us for an engaging and interactive event designed to provide you with the resources, tools, insights, and connections needed to achieve your clean energy goals. City Light’s energy advisors are eager to discuss energy efficiency, sustainability, and tailored solutions to power your clean energy future.

What to expect:

Industry-Specific Table Discussions: Whether you’re in retail, healthcare, offices, or industrial sectors, our experts will provide actionable insights and strategies to help you save energy and reduce costs.

Networking Opportunities: Connect with other leaders and industry professionals who share your commitment to sustainability and clean energy innovation.

Industry Specific Offerings and Practical Solutions: Discover how City Light can help you streamline energy upgrades, improve operational efficiency, and achieve your sustainability goals with ease.

This event is your opportunity to engage in meaningful conversations, gain valuable insights, and take the next step toward a cleaner, more efficient energy future for your business.

Who should attend:

  • Business owners and decision-makers
  • Facility managers and sustainability leaders
  • Contractors and trade allies
  • Anyone interested in energy efficiency and clean energy solutions

Let’s power your clean energy future!

*Coffee & Donuts will be provided

Webinar – Energy Efficiency Products Decoded (Part 1) – Building Envelope

Energy Efficiency Products Decoded (Part 1) – Building Envelope | February 12, 2026

8:30 AM to 11:00 AM PDT | 6:00 PM to 8:30 PM MST

Understand how to optimize the building envelope, the critical barrier controlling heat flow in and out of homes, by exploring popular and innovative products and materials, learning about their evolution, and discovering how to maximize energy efficiency and durability while balancing performance with practical design choices.

REGISTER HERE

Bozeman, MT – Healthy Housing Principles

Healthy Housing Principles

April 27 – 29, 2026
751 Osterman Dr, Bozeman, MT 59715, USA

Course Description

This in-person course is centered around the BPI Healthy Housing Principles certificate. Students who successfully complete the course will learn how to evaluate residential structures, recognize hazards to human health, and advise occupants on ways to potentially improve health outcomes in their home environment.

The class is appropriate for students with intermediate experience in the weatherization and home performance industries. This course will be presented as a hybrid of class presentations, lab activities, and field visits. Course content, assessments, and follow-on resources will be shared on the Training Center learning management system.

This class will conclude with a proctored examination of the BPI Healthy Housing Principles examination.

Course Schedule

Monday         1-5 p.m.

Tuesday        8:30-5 p.m.

Wednesday  8:30-12 p.m. (exam begins at 10:15 a.m.)

Course Fees

  • Course Fee: $575 for the general public
  • HHP BPI Written Exam: $325 for the general public
  • Free for associates of the Montana Weatherization Workforce

REGISTRATION LINK COMING SOON

Please email classes@weatherization.org or call 406-586-0070 with any questions.

Bozeman, MT – Residential Building Science: Energy Conservation in Montana

Integrated Design Lab & NCAT present:
Montana Builders Seminar

Residential Building Science: Energy Conservation in Montana

November 7, 2025
8:00AM – 5:00PM
Cheever Hall
Montana State University
Bozeman, MT 59717

Pending AIA CEUs

Topics:

  • Residential energy codes
  • Weatherization program in Montana
  • Wildlife Urban Interface
  • Cool Roofs
  • Above-code case studies

Speakers:

  • Andrea Michael, LoveShack Architects
  • Erik Bonnett, Studio Co-Hab
  • Melaina Levey, NREL
  • Nicolas Thomas, MSU Extension
  • Teran Foster, CMS, Big Sky
  • Vrushali Menden, PNNL

The event is free, please RSVP by November 1, 5:00PM for parking and lunch arrangements.
Seating is limited to 50 attendees.

For RSVP,  Contact:
Jaya Mukhopadhyay – jaya.mukhopadhyay@montana.edu
or, visit MontanaBuildersSeminar.eventbrite.com

This seminar is funded by Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance

Portland, OR – NW Energy Coalition Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

 

NW Energy Coalition Clean & Affordable Energy Conference

Join utility leaders, policymakers, advocates, and energy experts from across the region to explore solutions for a reliable, equitable, and decarbonized energy future. This year’s conference will dive into pressing challenges and opportunities in the Northwest’s energy transition. You will:

  • Explore how to meet rapidly growing electricity demand while maintaining reliability, protecting affordability, and achieving carbon reduction targets
  • Examine strategies for strengthening community and utility resilience in the face of extreme weather and wildfire risks, with a focus on protecting public health and advancing local energy solutions
  • Share insights into the latest research and innovations in transmission planning, from efficiency upgrades to new line proposals, and the vital role of state and Tribal leadership in shaping these efforts from the start

Learn more.

Location

Portland State University

1825 SW Broadway
Portland, OR 97201

 Register Today

Pierce County, WA – Selling Efficiency Training Workshop

Selling Efficiency

Get paid to save energy! Join Comfort Ready Home on October 29th for a FREE selling efficiency training. The training will cover: identifying business opportunities, building business allies, utilize the “house as a system” sales approach, Comfort Ready Home Resources, and an overview of new, increased utility incentive programs. Breakfast will be provided.

Location: Steilacoom Town Hall, 1717 Lafayette St, Steilacoom, WA 98388

Date and time: Wed, Oct 29, 2025 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM

REGISTER HERE

Idaho Falls, ID – Home As a System / Selling Efficiency Training Workshop

Selling Efficiency

Get paid to save energy! Join Comfort Ready Home and Idaho Falls Power on October 22nd for a FREE selling efficiency training. The training will cover: identifying business opportunities, building business allies, utilize the “house as a system” sales approach, Comfort Ready Home Resources, and an overview of new, increased utility incentive programs. Lunch will be provided. To register multiple participants, please email info@comfortreadyhome.com.

Location: Idaho Falls Public Library, 457 W Broadway St, Idaho Falls, ID 83402

Date and time: Wed, Oct 22, 2025 10:30 AM – 1:00 PM

REGISTER HERE

Webinar – Financing and Incentives for Energy Efficiency: Navigating the New Landscape Post-IRA Changes

Financing and Incentives for Energy Efficiency: Navigating the New Landscape Post-IRA Changes

ONLINE ONLY

 

This webinar will describe the present funding landscape, highlight the most significant updates to tax credits, grants, and utility rebates, and offer practical guidance for accessing and stacking these resources.

Recent federal policy changes, including the One Big Beautiful Bill Act, have reshaped the incentives and financing options available for energy efficiency projects.  Learn what has changed and what remains to support conservation and efficiency projects.

WHAT WILL BE LEARNED:

  • How recent legislation affects federal and state-level energy efficiency incentives
  • Key timelines and deadlines for tax credits, rebates, and financing programs
  • An understanding of what the IRA accomplished.

AUDIENCE:

  • Energy professionals
  • Facility managers
  • Contractors
  • Developers
  • Public agency staff
  • Community organizations
  • Anyone interested in understanding and leveraging the latest financing and incentives for energy efficiency projects
Thursday, September 18, 2025 10:00 AM to 11:00 AM

Shelby Ketchum, IRA Specialist | Seattle City Light

The link above takes you away from the Lighting Design Lab site to a registration page through GoToWebinar. Please email LightingDesignLab@seattle.gov with questions or concerns.

Webinar – Energy Efficiency Products Decoded (Part 1) – Building Envelope

Energy Efficiency Products Decoded (Part 1) – Building Envelope | August 21, 2025

Understand how to optimize the building envelope, the critical barrier controlling heat flow in and out of homes, by exploring popular and innovative products and materials, learning about their evolution, and discovering how to maximize energy efficiency and durability while balancing performance with practical design choices.

REGISTER HERE