Discover innovative solutions from the Smart Surfaces Coalition and partners that improve energy efficiency and reduce peak demand through strategies outside the traditional building envelope. Webinar Objectives: Highlight emerging technologies and surface treatments that reduce heat and energy demand at the community level. Share case studies from coalition partners demonstrating measurable impact. Explore policy, funding, […]

Join our monthly coffee hour, happening the first Tuesday of the month. Mark your calendars, and if you can’t make it this time, no worries – there’s always next month! Join us for an engaging session with fellow CELC members, where we’ll share insights and explore the exciting possibilities of boosting energy efficiency in our communities. This […]

Buildings have evolved from simple shelters to complex systems requiring integration of energy efficiency, indoor air quality, and sustainability goals. This session outlines the progression of building design and highlights the growing role of indoor air quality programs. It will present a practical methodology for managing design, installation, testing, and operations in today’s increasingly interconnected […]

This session delivers a boots-on-the-ground perspective of how the 2021 and 2024 IECC are playing out in the field. We’ll explore what code officials, energy inspectors, and third-party verifiers are seeing during inspections—where compliance is working, where it’s not, and why. Expect practical insights on the most commonly missed requirements, how builders are responding, and […]

Hosted by: Green Building Resource Center (GBRC) & SPEER! This free online training will focus on: Improving indoor air quality Increasing system efficiency Best practices for HVAC system design and duct installation Designed for HVAC professionals, energy raters, and inspectors, this session offers practical guidance on ensuring residential HVAC systems meet performance and code expectations. […]

The Texas Energy Advocates – University Program (TEA-UP) is a coalition funded by the State Energy Conservation Office, created to make a meaningful impact in the world of energy advocacy and sustainability in higher education. SPEER was funded by the State Energy Conservation Office to create a coalition of higher education organizations. We would like to give […]

Join our monthly coffee hour, happening the first Tuesday of the month. Mark your calendars, and if you can’t make it this time, no worries – there’s always next month! Join us for an engaging session with fellow CELC members, where we’ll share insights and explore the exciting possibilities of boosting energy efficiency in our communities. This […]

Weatherization in Focus: Focus Group on Community, Coordination, and Impact (*REGISTER HERE) Hosted by SPEER & HARC Join us for a Weatherization Focus Group event where we will discuss enhancing energy efficiency and sustainability in our communities. We invite stakeholders from Texas and Oklahoma to share their insights and experiences regarding weatherization practices. SPEER and […]

Presented by: Kevin DeMaster, LG Air Conditioning Technologies Join us for a deep dive into LG’s innovative heat pump technologies for air conditioning, space heating, and water heating. As energy codes become more stringent and the push for electrification grows, HVAC systems must evolve to meet higher performance and efficiency standards. LG Air Conditioning Technologies […]

The 89th Texas Legislative Session addressed some of the most pressing energy challenges facing the state—from grid reliability to energy affordability. This webinar, presented by SPEER, offers a comprehensive review of key legislation and policy trends impacting Texas’ electric grid, energy efficiency programs, and distributed energy resources (DERs). Attendees will gain insight into major bills […]

Join our monthly coffee hour, happening the first Tuesday of the month. Mark your calendars, and if you can’t make it this time, no worries – there’s always next month! Join us for an engaging session with fellow CELC members, where we’ll share insights and explore the exciting possibilities of boosting energy efficiency in our communities. This […]

SPEER’s 2025 Industry + Policy Workshop is coming up quickly, and we’re excited to gather in person once more to exchange success stories, explore cutting-edge energy efficiency technologies, discuss demand-side strategies, and (of course) revisit the age-old debate over who brings their best cowboy boots. Registration is open and the agenda is live!