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 […]
12th Annual TRACS Summit Meeting the Moment: Shaping Tomorrow Together SPEER is partnering with the Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) to facilitate this interactive session and learn about the latest trends in energy efficiency, how to develop resilient systems in response to climate challenges, and effective methods for fostering a culture of sustainability […]
Join SPEER’s TEA-UP coalition for our upcoming Quarterly Meeting—featuring expert insights, updates on TEA-UP’s annual goals, and space for member announcements and collaboration. This meeting will be held in-person at the TRACS Summit!
The 2024 IECC brings meaningful changes to commercial energy code enforcement—especially for building envelope, lighting, electrical systems, and commissioning. This session cuts through the noise and focuses on what plan reviewers and inspectors in Texas are most often asked to verify in the field and at the counter. By intentionally excluding Section C403 (Mechanical), this […]
This session provides an overview of how school districts can move from EPA Clean School Bus award to successful electric school bus (ESB) deployment. Participants will learn key steps to electrifying a school bus fleet, best practices for infrastructure planning and implementation, strategies to maximize awarded funding, and important considerations related to grant requirements and […]
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. Guest: Alex Pharmakis, Sustainability Manager, City of Farmers Branch Registration: Sign up as a CELC member to receive the invitation. *CELC members can email cities@eepartnership.org if you do not […]
CAPCOG and SPEER will conduct an interactive workshop on building energy codes and understanding their connection to regional air quality. Randy Plumlee, SPEER's Senior Manager of Building Performance, will provide an overview of the newest 2024 IECC for residential and commercial buildings. He is the leading SPEER expert on compliance education and outreach to local areas in […]
When: April 9 Where: Hilton Garden Inn Austin - Round Rock We’re hosting an in-person SPEER Energy Ambassador and Texas Energy Code Compliance Collaborative (TECCC) meeting this April! This session will provide timely updates on Texas and SECO’s progress toward adopting the 2024 IECC, and we’ll discuss key energy efficiency bills that could have impact during the next legislative […]
The 2024 IECC introduces major updates affecting how commercial buildings are reviewed and inspected for energy code compliance. In this follow-up session, we will continue breaking down the provisions most likely to affect plan review and field enforcement across Texas. Part 2 will focus on practical enforcement strategies related to lighting controls, electrical provisions, commissioning […]