Join Us for a Half-Day Conference on Energy in a Campus Environment! Empowering Change: Energy Efficiency and Resiliency in Higher Education Hosted by: SPEER | Supported by: SECO In Partnership with: Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) and organized by the Texas Energy Advocates University Coalition (TEA-UP) Are you a higher education professional passionate about energy efficiency, resiliency, […]
SPEER's Heat Pump Contractor Training Workshop will cover new and future heat pump technologies, the long-term effects of market transformation opportunities, benefits and barriers of heat pump installation, incentives, and much more. Details: April 9th, 8:30 AM - 1 PM Austin Energy Headquarters: 4815 Mueller Blvd, Austin, TX 78723 Shudde Fath Room Coffee, breakfast […]
Save the date! Our Energy Code Ambassadors and Texas Energy Code Compliance Collaborative (TECCC) meeting is on the horizon for Thursday, April 10th in Round Rock, TX. We're excited to get our coalition together to gain valuable insights into the wide spectrum of code related activities taking place across Texas. Importantly, this meeting serves as a […]
Are you ensuring your HVAC systems are designed for maximum efficiency and code compliance? Proper airtightness is a critical factor in determining HVAC system performance, energy consumption, and overall indoor air quality. Blower door testing is a key diagnostic tool used to measure air leakage in buildings, helping professionals design and verify energy-efficient homes and commercial buildings. […]
The upcoming Retrofit USA Conference will be held in Texas for the first time on April 23-24 in Austin! We’re thrilled to announce SPEER’s very own Senior Manager of Building Performance, Randy Plumlee, is serving on the Advisory Board of this premier event, which will bring together industry leaders, policymakers, and sustainability experts. Don't miss this opportunity to learn from keynote speakers, […]
Join us for a webinar on Environmental Law, presented by Neil Kucera, an attorney with the Hays County Criminal District Attorney's Office. Neil also teaches Environmental Law at Texas State University. This session will explore: Basic Environmental Law within the Administrative System The History and Demise of Chevron Deference Whether you are a legal professional, […]
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 […]
SPEER’s Heat Pump Contractor Training Workshop will cover new and future heat pump technologies, the long-term effects of market transformation opportunities, where the market is heading, incentives, and much more. This training will be provided by experts from Daikin Comfort. Details: April 29th, 8:30 AM - 1 PM 7330 Langfield Rd, Houston, TX 77092 Coffee, […]
Join us for an enlightening webinar that delves into the innovative world of geothermal heating and cooling, showcasing WaterFurnace's cutting-edge technology. Our expert speaker will demystify the principles of ground-source heat exchange and introduce you to WaterFurnace's advanced heat pump systems, which provide forced air heating, air conditioning, and can even generate a portion of […]
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 is a partner receipent in the DOE’s Building Training and Assessment Center (BTAC) Grant. This grant supports Building Operator Certification (BOC) funding to enhance training for building energy efficiency professionals in energy-efficient design and operations in the south-central region. Through this grant we are able to waive the registration cost and offer the training free of charge. By addressing workforce demand at the local […]
The Energy Thought Summit 2025 is set for May 19–22, 2025, with the theme Ethos—a call for responsibility, innovation, and sustainability. Discover 36 sessions, including 8 keynotes, 24 panels, and 4 town halls that will shape the future of energy. For four days we will reflect on the industry’s past achievements, while discussing the opportunities […]