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1) Webinar: Defining a Zero Energy Green Home ($69)
Why attempt a zero energy home? What are some of the
costs and concerns? Review case studies of near-zero and zero energy
homes and some of the key findings from each one. See how ENERGY
STAR® Builders
Challenge, and green home program energy performance compares
with zero energy homes.
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2) Webinar: Designing a Zero Energy Green Home ($69)
This course considers many design stage parameters, from solar
orientation and shading to location of HVAC and renewable equipment,
and material selection. Follow our case study through the design
stage.
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3) Webinar: ENERGY
STAR®Water
Heating Choices ($69)
Achieve great savings from solar water heating systems, electric
dedicated heat pump water heating and gas tankless systems. Learn
how each of these systems works, including savings potential
of combining solar with a heat pump or gas tankless. Instructors
will show how to rate different systems and describe any maintenance
considerations.
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4) Webinar: Selecting Solar Water Heating for Zero Energy
Green Homes ($69)
Achieve renewable energy savings by providing solar water heating.
Explore various types of solar water heating systems, typical savings
and costs, and key features to specify based on climate and operation
considerations.
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5) Webinar: Selecting Windows and Walls for a Zero Energy
Green Home ($69)
Learn what matters when selecting windows and walls for your climate
and your application. Our experts will tell you the energy savings
you may expect and the important characteristics to look for when
choosing windows and walls.
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6) Webinar: Constructing Roofs and Attics for a Zero Energy
Green Home ($69)
Roof materials, attic insulation, duct location and radiant barrier
systems are all covered in this Webinar. Make the right roofing
system choice to reduce energy use in your home.
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7) Webinar: HVAC Systems for Zero Energy Green Homes ($69)
The heating, cooling and ventilation systems are large energy users,
so achieving a zero energy home means learning how to select super
high-efficiency equipment and ductwork. Learn the impact of correct
sizing, duct layout and duct tightness. This course covers air
circulation systems in conjunction with heat pumps, geothermal
heat pumps, and gas furnaces. Radiant heating and evaporation cooling
systems will also be discussed.
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8) Webinar: Selecting Appliances and Plug Loads for a Zero
Energy Green Home ($69)
Learn how to reduce energy by selecting ENERGY STAR® appliances
and electronics, efficient pumps (such as for pools and wells),
ceiling fans, and minimizing lighting requirements. This course
includes demonstrations on how to monitor the home for possible
hidden plug-load problems.
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9) Webinar: Sizing and Selecting Solar Electric Systems for
a Zero Energy ($69)
Green Home – Learn how to size a solar photovoltaic system
and why it is important to follow the efficiency steps provided
in earlier Webinars. Learn the pros and cons of selecting different
system types such as efficiency, durability and price.
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10) Webinar: Using Your Home Solar Electric System for Emergency
Power ($69)
This Webinar will explore how you can install your grid-connected
solar system within code regulations to supply emergency power
when the grid is down. The course includes a video visit to a
home with such an installation. Recommendations for managing and
storing the power for the emergency system will also be provided.
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11) Webinar: Installation Considerations for Solar Electric
Systems ($69)
This course will examine locations for the solar system based on
shading considerations, roof mounting, electrical runs, inverters,
meters and monitoring. Learn how to install a system right the
first time!
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12) Webinar: Monitoring and Operating the Zero Energy Green
Home ($69)
This course is designed as a guideline for an occupant in a zero
energy green home. It will cover more than 30 considerations to
maximize savings, comfort and occupant satisfaction. |
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Location |
Price |
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| Sep 16, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$269 |
* Course filled * |
| Dec 02, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$269 |
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You must pass the Class 3 rater test before becoming certified as a Class 2 rater.
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Location |
Price |
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| Aug 24, 2009 - Aug 25, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$599 |
* Course filled * |
| Sep 17, 2009 - Sep 18, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$599 |
* Course filled * |
| Dec 03, 2009 - Dec 04, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$599 |
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You must pass the Class 2 and 3 rater tests before becoming certified as a Class 1 rater.
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| Date |
Location |
Price |
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| Aug 26, 2009 - Aug 29, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$999 |
* Course filled * |
| Sep 21, 2009 - Sep 24, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$999 |
* Course filled * |
| Oct 19, 2009 - Oct 22, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$999 |
* Course filled * |
| Dec 07, 2009 - Dec 10, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$999 |
* Course filled * |
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| Date |
Location |
Price |
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| Jul 06, 2009 - Jul 10, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
* Course filled * |
| Aug 03, 2009 - Aug 07, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
*Course filled, check back later.* (Check back on Jul 14, 2009 @ 8:00am) |
| Sep 14, 2009 - Sep 18, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
* Course filled * |
| Oct 05, 2009 - Oct 09, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
* Course filled * |
| Nov 02, 2009 - Nov 06, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
Click here to register |
| Dec 07, 2009 - Dec 11, 2009 |
Cocoa, FL |
$1000 |
Click here to register |
(Registration
opens at 8a.m.) |