This three-hour course is designed for those interested in Zero Net Energy (ZNE) Buildings. As California moves towards ZNE by 2020 for residential structures, and 2030 for non-residential buildings, we will discuss the process and hurdles to making ZNE the standard for the state.
The course will examine ZNE from a code perspective and examine strategies to achieve ZNE in new and existing buildings. We will discuss what it means to be Zero Net Energy and how definitions of ZNE vary.
Many of the recurring questions surrounding ZNE will be discussed, such as:
– Is ZNE cost effective?
– How do we get to ZNE?
– Why is California requiring ZNE?
– How do you make existing homes ZNE?
Some local jurisdictions are adopting ZNE early. This course will cover how code-required ZNE differs from other structures considered to be ZNE. Occupant behavior and its effect on ZNE will be addressed.
Learning Outcomes
• Understand the varying definitions of ZNE.
• Explain how and why the California Energy Commission uses Time Dependent Value as a metric.
• Discuss the balance of conservation/efficiency and on-site power generation.
• Examine site considerations when designing a ZNE structure.
• Discuss varying strategies to achieve Zero Net Energy in new and existing residential structures
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Tiny House Course
10:00 am-12:00 pm
Registration: $115
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ZNE Course
1:00 pm-4:00 pm
Registration: $150
Register for Both Courses
Registration: $245 (includes lunch)
Next Seminar
August 4, Sacramento | Click here to register
About the Presenter
Greg Mahoney has been working in building code enforcement for over 25 years. He is currently serving as the Chief Building Official for the City of Davis. He is a member of the ICC Consensus Committee developing the ICC 1000 Standard for Commissioning. He is chair of CALBO’s Energy Commission Advisory Committee and is the local government representative on the Green Building Advisory Committee for the California Building Standards Commission.
He has developed curriculum and taught Building Inspection Technology and Green Building at Cosumnes River College for ten years. Greg is also an instructor for ICC, teaching courses on the IRC and CALGreen.In addition to being a Certified Combination Inspector and Plans Examiner, he is a Certified Building Official, Certified Access Specialist, LEED Accredited Professional, BPI Building Analyst, and a Certified HERS Rater.
Green Technology is an ICC Preferred Provider and a AIA Provider. These courses provide 1 AIA CEU per hour and .1 CEU per hour. Sessions will also offer Build it Green CEUs (one credit per hour) and Construction Management Association of America renewal points (one per hour). All registrants will receive a certificate of participation.