Training Course

Course Overview Don’t miss this workshop loaded with everything you need to know about the Net Zero Energy/Net Zero Ready home building and the CHBA Net Zero Energy Labelling Program. Net Zero Energy Homes are the pinnacle of energy efficiency, and third-party verified by ENERQUALITY. Note: This course will take place […]

This one-day course introduces the fundamentals of Building Automation Systems (BAS), helping participants improve energy efficiency and occupant comfort while reducing operating costs. Ideal for building operators, project managers, and technicians, the training covers key BAS components such as protocols, control strategies, scheduling, set points, and commissioning. Participants leave with […]

This one-day course introduces key energy modelling concepts and the three NECB compliance paths: prescriptive, trade-off, and performance. Participants explore a commercial building case study to understand what makes a successful and compliant energy model. The course also compares different modelling software tools, including EnergyPlus, which supports high-performance building design […]

This two-day course offers practical insights into key NECB topics such as building envelopes, HVAC systems, and water heating. Day 1 focuses on foundational theory, while Day 2 features interactive workshops and case studies. Participants with prior experience will benefit most from the collaborative, problem-solving format. By the end of […]

Take advantage of a 50% incentive to help industrial professionals reduce energy consumption, lower GHG emissions, and improve efficiency. As organizations face rising carbon costs and climate risks, many are shifting from energy efficiency to full-scale decarbonization. This two-day course helps professionals plan and prioritize GHG reduction projects across building […]

The ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager (ESPM) is a management tool designed to measure and assess the energy performance of commercial and institutional buildings. After widespread use in the United States, Natural Resources Canada adapted Portfolio Manager for use in Canada where more than 26,000 buildings have been entered into the […]

Designed for those with prior RETScreen® experience, this three-day course deepens your ability to analyze energy efficiency and renewable energy projects using advanced software features. Participants explore tools like the Virtual Energy Analyzer, Portfolio Analysis, and performance data monitoring through hands-on exercises and a master case study. Quizzes throughout the […]

This one-day course introduces the fundamentals of heat pumps, including how they work, the different types available, and refrigerant considerations. Designed for professionals across residential, commercial, and industrial sectors, the training equips participants to confidently promote and implement heat pump projects. The course concludes with a practical sales scenario to […]

Having learned how to set up a building and maintain accurate details and share records in ENERGY STAR® Portfolio Manager (ESPM), this third and last workshop exposes participants to how they can go further with Portfolio Manager to produce more complex reports and templates as well as begin to set […]

This online course taught by Paula McGarrigle, P.Eng., MBA, introduces the wire providers in Alberta, outlines the regulatory landscape, walks through interconnection processes, highlights typical project hurdles, and offers guidance on tools to help project interconnection. This course is suitable for a variety of industry professionals, ranging from sales representatives […]