The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) introduces several key updates to Commercial mechanical system requirements found in Section C403—and these changes will directly affect plan reviews, HVAC designs, and field inspections. Join us for a practical walkthrough of what’s new in C403 and how these updates will impact compliance and enforcement in your jurisdiction. […]
Join fellow CELC members for a 10-minute presentation on boosting energy efficiency in our communities followed by an open group discussion and thought sharing. Learn more on our event page and see our current CELC members. Registration: Sign up as a CELC member to receive the invitation. *CELC members can email cities@eepartnership.org if you do not have the reoccurring meeting invitation.
Join SPEER’s TEA-UP coalition for our upcoming Quarterly Meeting—featuring expert insights from Anna Morton Rivera, P.E. (UTSA), updates on TEA-UP’s annual goals, and space for member announcements and collaboration. Head here to join the meeting.
Join us for a focused training on the Simulated Building Performance Path found in Section R405 of the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code. This session explains how proposed home designs are modeled and compared to the Standard Reference Design, highlights major changes from previous code editions, and clarifies which building features can—and cannot—be traded off […]
Join us for a comprehensive virtual workshop designed to demystify energy reporting regulations in Texas. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the intricacies of energy reporting with confidence. The workshop will cover a range of topics, including: Understanding […]
Join fellow CELC members for a 10-minute presentation on boosting energy efficiency in our communities followed by an open group discussion and thought sharing. Learn more on our event page and see our current CELC members. Registration: Sign up as a CELC member to receive the invitation. *CELC members can email cities@eepartnership.org if you do not have the reoccurring meeting invitation.
Join the HomeBoost team for a practical webinar showing how building officials and energy verifiers can use the HomeBoost platform to document energy improvements in existing homes and support the intent of IECC Chapter 5 (Existing Buildings). HomeBoost streamlines field data collection and reporting, making it easy to show how homes become more energy-efficient after upgrades such as […]
Location: Austin Energy Headquarters, 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723 (Coffee and Lunch included) Join us as we transform stakeholder feedback into practical solutions. Building on insights from our first convening, this collaborative session will focus on co-designing the workflows, coordination strategies, and partnerships needed to create a more connected weatherization system in Central Texas. Who Should Attend: […]
The Energy Rating Index (ERI) in the 2024 IECC is often misunderstood, inconsistently enforced, or incorrectly treated as a program rather than a code compliance path. This one-hour technical webinar provides a clear, code-only breakdown of Section R406, with a focus on how building officials, plan reviewers, and inspectors should review, approve, and verify ERI […]
Clean Energy Fund of Texas (CEFTX), in partnership with SPEER, will host an informative webinar on practical, affordable pathways to weatherization and home energy improvements for Texas homeowners. This session will provide an overview of the most impactful residential weatherization solutions. CEFTX will also present the flexible financing tools available through their homeowner initiatives, designed […]
Join the Capital Area Council of Governments (CAPCOG) and SPEER on February 25 for an interactive workshop on managing energy data and understanding its connection to regional air quality. Whether you're required to report energy use or simply want to reduce costs, you'll gain valuable insights on utility consumption management, access helpful resources, and learn […]
As data center growth continues across our region, policymakers, utilities, and local communities must seek solutions to curb exponential energy consumption. Targeted energy efficiency deployed near data centers can deliver measurable peak load relief, economic benefits, and reduce community concerns, making the rapid growth of data centers more palatable. The AnnDyl Policy Group published its […]