Remote Learning Calendar

This calendar is intended to serve as a resource for those interested in remote learning events related to commercial energy and facilities management. Submit your event. All submissions moderated by SBC.

Smart Buildings Exchange

Virtual/Online

Throughout the built environment, new technologies are connecting building systems and occupants in ways that generate new and exciting opportunities. From enabling buildings to perform for occupants and owners in previously unimaginable ways, to leveraging buildings to accelerate smart cities and the clean energy transition for a cleaner and healthier planet, the opportunities are countless […]

Free

Understanding the Washington Clean Buildings Standard

Virtual/Online

The Clean Buildings Act of 2019 is one measure Washington State is taking to improve building operational efficiency. Propelling buildings to targeted energy use intensity by building type and size, all commercial buildings over 50,000 sf will need to comply by 2028 (220,000 sf by 2026), and then maintain compliance or be subject to penalties. […]

Free

Whole Building Approaches for Efficiency and Electrification

Virtual/Online

This one-hour webinar will highlight opportunities for addressing building energy use in new and existing buildings through increased efficiency and electrification. The webinar will begin with a preview of the draft ENERGY STAR Residential New Construction Label coming in 2022. This will be followed by an overview of Home Upgrade with ENERGY STAR, which creates […]

Free

Commercial HPWH: Engineering Deep Dive Part 1

Virtual/Online

This course explores how to successfully design and engineer a central heat pump water heating system using commercial equipment. It explores how commercial HPWH systems meet the requirements of new state and local policies and building codes, and it presents the significant energy savings of these efficient domestic hot water systems. This course introduces the […]

Free

Commercial HPWH: Engineering Deep Dive Part 2

Virtual/Online

**Day 2 of this 2-day course** This course explores how to successfully design and engineer a central heat pump water heating system using commercial equipment. It explores how commercial HPWH systems meet the requirements of new state and local policies and building codes, and it presents the significant energy savings of these efficient domestic hot […]

Free

Tools for Modeling the 2018 SEC and WSEC

Virtual/Online

This course highlights the energy modeling requirements for Seattle and Washington State 2018 energy code compliance as well as ASHRAE 90.1 Appendix G – the new modeling standard. Seattle and Washington specific compliance tools have been developed by the DOE to help designers and reviewers apply the new standard. A brief demo of these tools […]

Free

Meeting Water & Energy-Saving Goals in King County: Sustainable Energy Solutions & Innovative Financing Options

Virtual/Online

The Northwest Energy Efficiency Council and Smart Buildings Center invite King County building owners, managers, financers, and decision makers to attend and hear from King County and Seattle Public Utilities representatives about sustainable energy solutions and innovative financing options to help you meet your water and energy-saving goals. Webinar speakers and topics will include: Morgan […]

Free

Commercial HPWH: Design, Operations & Maintenance Deep Dive Part 1

Virtual/Online

**Day 1 of this 4-day course. Each day has a seperate registration** Energy efficient commercial HPWH systems for the multifamily and commercial sector are gaining traction. This session dives deep into the science, technology, design and implementation of successful CHPWH systems. In addition to presenting available products, identifying key design challenges and exploring the fundamental […]

Free

Commercial HPWH: Design, Operations & Maintenance Deep Dive Part 2

Virtual/Online

**Day 2 of this 4-day course. Each day has a seperate registration**Energy efficient commercial HPWH systems for the multifamily and commercial sector are gaining traction. This session dives deep into the science, technology, design and implementation of successful CHPWH systems. In addition to presenting available products, identifying key design challenges and exploring the fundamental concepts […]

Free

Commercial HPWH: Design, Operations & Maintenance Deep Dive Part 4

Virtual/Online

**Day 4 of this 4-day course. Each day has a seperate registration** Energy efficient commercial HPWH systems for the multifamily and commercial sector are gaining traction. This session dives deep into the science, technology, design and implementation of successful CHPWH systems. In addition to presenting available products, identifying key design challenges and exploring the fundamental […]

Free

Introduction to Central Systems for Heat Pump Water Heating (Part 1): The Whys and Hows of Heat Pump Water Heater Systems for Multifamily and Commercial Applications

Virtual/Online

This course will explore the policy drivers that are pushing the integration of central heat pump water heating systems and highlight the economic, energy, and environmental advantages of heat pump water heater systems for commercial and multifamily projects. It will also discuss successful projects and case studies, while outlining which applications have the best opportunities […]

Free

Introduction to Central Systems for Heat Pump Water Heating (Part 2): How to Select and Design a Heat Pump Water Heater System in Your Next Multifamily or Commercial Project

Virtual/Online

This course provides an overview of key central system design considerations. It explores the different system components, including next generation refrigerants, and gives an update on the status and evolution of available plug-n-play commercial equipment. Lastly, it walks through the Ecosizer tool available to properly size central heat pump systems. Audience: This class is intended […]

Free

Washington State Clean Buildings Performance Standard – What do installers, vendors & building operators need to know?

Description This training will provide an introduction to the Washington State Clean Buildings Performance Standard (CBPS) and highlight tools and resources available to installers, vendors, and building operators to assist building owners with energy efficiency improvements that may be required for standard compliance. Presenter’s bio Rebecca Sheppard is a Senior Project Manager at the Northwest […]

Free

Retro-commissioning in K-12 Schools

Virtual/Online

K-12 school superintendents and facility staff face many challenges to operating their buildings efficiently and effectively. Common challenges include funding and staffing issues. Deferred maintenance, antiquated systems, or even poorly […]

Free

Improving Building Envelope Performance

Virtual/Online

Hear the latest on the U.S. Department of Energy’s Building Envelope Campaign including success stories from partners in the K-12 and healthcare sectors. Presenters will highlight practices and technologies that […]

$79

Achieving Savings with Advanced Lighting Technology

Virtual/Online

This webinar will cover the latest in lighting technology including human-centric lighting and germicidal ultraviolet (GUV) disinfection technology. A lighting retrofit case study in which significant energy savings were achieved […]

$79

2021 Energy Code Update Series – Alterations

Virtual/Online

This 2-hour webinar will summarize the “alterations” requirements of the Seattle and Washington state energy codes and offer suggestions for potential design solutions.

Free

2021 Energy Code Update Series – Lighting & Electric

Virtual/Online

The June 13th webinar will cover electrical, lighting, and renewable energy provisions of the 2021 Seattle and Washington state energy codes for commercial and multifamily buildings.

Free

Puget Sound EnergyThe Remote Learning Calendar is sponsored by Puget Sound Energy.

If you’re a Puget Sound Energy Commercial Strategic Energy Management customer, check with your PSE Energy Management Engineer for discounted rates to Building Operator Certification events.