Comparing The Residential Energy Rating Systems

In this course, we look at the main residential energy rating programs on how they compare and contrast. How do they work? What do they include? What don't they include? Which one is right for you, your project, and your clients?

In this session, we compare and contrast

HERS index
Home Energy Score
ASHRAE 90.1
Pearl
Passive House
Energy Star
Zero Energy

All the way from single-family renovations to high-rise new construction and everything in between, no matter what your role in a project, this webinar is for you.

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This session is part of our ongoing Certified GreenHome Professional training program, and it is the next part of the series in your training. If you missed it that is ok, it is not required to take it in order but you can catch the parts you missed here though you must take the quiz to be approved to pass the class. Note this is not a technical training so if you want to understand energy conservation strategies make sure to watch the energy session 1 in the series first.

Watch the basics of residential green remodeling and building here
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Continuing Education Units (CEUS) 1 hour in

• Green Business Certification Inc. (GBCI)
• Building Performance Institute (BPI) NonWholeHouse
• American Institute of Architects - AIA (HSW) (PENDING)
• Certified Green Professional (NARI & CGP)
• Certified GreenHome Professional (CGHP): Energy
• AIBD
• State Architect / Builder License may be applicable


LESSONS LEARNED:

1. Articulate the benefit of energy rating and modeling for the welfare of owners and communities
2. Know the main differences between the residential energy modeling & rating tools
3. Understand how energy efficiency is reviewed and improves health
4. Assess the best rating program for your next project or client.


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Speaker: Brett Little

Brett Little, Program Manager at GreenHome Institute, has been involved in residential sustainability since 2008 and holds a bachelor's in Sustainable Business. Brett has provided consulting and verification services on 1000's residential green-certified living spaces, and GC'd two of his own GreenStar Homes Certified remodels. The most recent achieving platinum and aiming for zero carbon. Brett oversees education services providing training or moderations for 100's of events with 1000's attendees. His mission is to help you build, BETTER.

Hand-Outs:
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