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Commercial Battery and Microgrid Training by Mayfield Renewables
2026-02-25 08:30 - 17:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Energy Trust of Oregon, 920 SW 6th Ave, Suite 900, Portland, OR, 97204, United States
Energy Trust is hosting Mayfield Renewables to give a one-day training on microgrid feasibility, codes and standards, and best practices. This technical training event will take place at the Power + Light Building on the 10th floor.
Mayfield Renewables is an Oregon-based engineering consultancy focused on complex commercial design and well regarded for their quality education. This day of training will provide an overview of microgrid system planning and design considerations as well as current electrical codes, standards and requirements for PV+BESS systems. Any solar trade ally staff are welcome to attend. The conversations may be most useful to individuals working in commercial design, technical assessment and sales, and electricians, but install crews are encouraged to attend as well. NABCEP CEUs are available.
Details:
Date: February 25, 2026
Time: 8:30am to 5:00pm
Location: Energy Trust of Oregon 920 SW Sixth Ave, #1003, Portland, OR 97204

Portland Solar Access Program RFQ Webinar
2026-02-26 11:00 - 12:00, 2026-03-02 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join this webinar to learn more about the Portland Solar Access Program (PSAP) and the RFQ process for selecting solar trade allies to participate.

BPS Office Hours #2
2026-03-03 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Come with your questions!

Most Common Corrective Actions of 2025
2026-03-10 08:30 - 22:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this free virtual training designed for contractors or community-based organizations that are interested in learning how to avoid the most common program mistakes seen in the field. This training will cover both HVAC and weatherization best practices and is great for anyone interested in learning more about quality installations.

Portfolio Manager Deeper Dive
2026-03-10 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Comprehensive training on energy data entry, error correction, and establishing utility connections in Portfolio Manager.

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, March 2026
2026-03-11 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar
Participating in this hour-long webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Energy Trust’s Solar Electric Trade Ally Network. Includes Solar + Storage program overview with focus on topics relevant to new and prospective trade allies. Register here
In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Solar Electric Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
Submit the appropriate paperwork including:
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 271E – Solar Electric Trade Ally Addendum

Completing Projects in Energy Trust's Home Retrofit Program
2026-03-17 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this virtual training designed for contractors or community-based organizations to learn more about navigating Home Retrofit Program Processes. This training will cover, form submission, basic requirements, common missing information and more.

BPS Office Hours #3
2026-03-17 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar

Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation – Part 1
2026-03-18 09:00 - 10:00, 2026-04-15 09:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Participating in this webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Home Retrofit Trade Ally Network. In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Home Retrofit Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
1) Submit the appropriate paperwork including
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 371A – Home Retrofit Trade Ally Addendum
2) Participate in the Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Webinar. This webinar takes place the day after this Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation, at 9 a.m. and you must register separately.
Cost: free

Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Orientation – Part 2
2026-03-19 09:00 - 11:00, 2026-04-16 09:00 - 11:00 | Zoom
This technical training provides a detailed overview of the Home Retrofit Specifications Manual. The manual is revised and published once a year and articulates Energy Trust of Oregon’s requirements for measure installations in detached single-family houses. This webinar will explain how projects are reviewed by the program through Quality Assurance visits, how to avoid common causes of corrective actions, and other tips for ensuring a comprehensive understanding of the specifications.
This webinar is 2 hours long. Attendance is a prerequisite to enrolling in the trade ally network but all contractors performing work for Energy Trust customers are welcome and encouraged to participate.

Amply HVAC Design Software Overview
2026-03-23 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust and special guest presenter Ed Smith from Amply for this free virtual presentation. Attendees will gain an understanding of Amply’s basic function as well as the basics of HVAC sizing calculations. This training is excellent for any trade ally or community partner curious about Amply or looking to learn more about HVAC sizing software options.

Campuses and Grouped Buildings
2026-03-23 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
Best practices for managing campuses and grouped buildings, including ESPM settings and submetering considerations.

Energy Trust Home Retrofit Account Manager Conversations
2026-03-24 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust Home Retrofit Account Managers for an overview of program topics such as Building Development Funds, Program Specifications and more. This brief training will allow additional time for open Q and A. We welcome trade allies and community partners who may benefit from these topics to attend.

An Introduction to Trauma Informed Customer Interactions
2026-03-31 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this free introductory training on Trauma Informed Customer Interactions. This presentation will focus on example scenarios and how to engage in sometimes challenging situations. This training is designed for both contractors and community partners to introduce tools and skills useful when working with customers in the field.

Amply HVAC Design Software Overview
2026-04-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom

Duct Sealing Training (Medford)
2026-04-07 08:30 - 16:30
Join Energy Trust for this free field training. Contractors will learn, practice, and participate in a manufactured home duct sealing project. The training will cover the basics of the manufactured home duct sealing program as well as detail best practices in the field. To register and to receive updates on the offering please contact Dan Pierce at daniel.pierce@clearesult.com.

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, April 2026
2026-04-08 08:00 - 09:00 | Webinar

Portland Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-08 08:00 - 14:00 | Sheraton Portland Airport Hotel, 8235 Northeast Airport Way, Portland, OR, 97220
Join us for an opportunity to connect, learn share feedback and hear from economist Mary Kopriva from ODOE.
Join us for the 2026 Trade Ally Forum, Energy Trust’s annual gathering of trade allies from across the region. This year’s forum will feature a keynote from Mary Kopriva, economist with the Oregon Department of Energy, who will share market perspectives and economic insights shaping our industry.
Attendees will:

Connect with fellow trade allies and Energy Trust staff
Hear program updates and explore new resources
Share feedback to help shape the future of the Trade Ally Network
Celebrate the vital role trade allies play in advancing energy efficiency and sustainability

Whether you are a long-time trade ally or newly enrolled, the forum offers valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships, grow your business and help lead our communities toward a more energy-efficient future.

Energy Trust Home Retrofit Manual J&D Overview
2026-04-14 08:30 - 22:00 | Zoom
This training is designed to showcase the basics of the ACCA Manuals J and D. We will be covering the building science basics behind HVAC Sizing, how the manuals utilize these basics to determine the heating and cooling needs of a home.

Medford Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-15 08:00 - 14:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Medford, 1000 Welcome Way, Medford, OR, 97504, United States

Bend Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum
2026-04-16 08:00 - 13:00 | Riverhouse Lodge, 3075 North Highway 97, Bend, OR, 97703

BetterBuilt NW HVAC Sizing Tool Overview
2026-04-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust Home Retrofit for this free and frequently requested virtual training. This presentation is designed to showcase the BetterBuilt NW HVAC Sizing Tool, and how to use the tool for HVAC design. Both trade allies and community partners may benefit from this information if they are looking to explore different sizing tools and learn more about HVAC load calculations.

HVAC Standard Practices Checklist
2026-04-28 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom

An Introduction to Home Energy Assessments
2026-05-05 08:00 - 10:00 | Zoom
Training Summary:
Join Energy Trust for a presentation focused on the basics of Home Energy Assessments. This training will cover the HEA process for the Community Partner Program as well as common tools, technology and techniques to improve HEA information. This training is ideal for Community Partners looking to learn more or improve their assessment process.
Topic List

Community Partner HEA Process
Common HEA Tools and Technology
System and Efficiency Identification

Post Occupancy Evaluations with Net Zero Fellow Maggie Harris in Lincoln City
2026-05-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Pelican Brewing, 5911 SW Hwy 101, Lincoln City, OR, 97367, United States
Connect over lunch and dive into new affordable multifamily research—save your spot today
Join your peers on May 5 in Lincoln City for a free lunch and engaging in-person discussion with Energy Trust of Oregon’s latest Net Zero Fellow, Maggie Harris of Holst Architecture. Maggie will share her team’s research, which establishes a practical post-occupancy evaluation methodology for affordable multifamily housing projects that explores the relationship between building performance and resident perceptions.
Come learn how Lincoln City is advancing net-zero projects on the Oregon Coast—insights gained in the research have the potential to strengthen net‑zero strategies across the entire coastal region.
Hear Maggie share her report, produced in collaboration with colleagues at Holst, which includes:

An overview of traditional post-occupancy evaluations and why a human-centered approach is critical when assessing affordable housing projects

Key themes that emerged from a pilot study for a permanent housing program, including resident‑identified priorities such as comfort, safety, maintenance and community connection, alongside early building‑level findings related to ventilation performance and energy use

How this new mixed-methods approach can be applied as a practical solution for other affordable multifamily housing projects

We hope to see you there!
1.5 AIA HSW CEUs are available, pending approval.
WHEN:
Tuesday, May 5
Noon – 1:30 p.m.
WHERE:
Pelican Brewing – Siletz Bay
5911 SW Hwy 101
Lincoln City, OR 97367
About the presenter:
Maggie Harris
Senior associate, Holst Architecture
Maggie Harris is a lifelong Oregonian who currently resides in Portland. She graduated with a degree in Journalism and Communication from the University of Oregon and earned a Master of Architecture, as well as a Graduate Certificate in Sustainable Real Estate Development, from Tulane University. As a project manager at Holst Architecture and a Ph.D. student at Portland State University’s School of Urban Studies, she is entrenched in both housing design and research. Her research focuses on the intersections between housing and health, examining the impact of housing on the mental health and well-being of low-income populations.
During her career, she has managed a range of housing projects throughout the country, including permanent supportive, affordable, market-rate and student housing. Working across a range of geographies and project scales has helped Maggie understand the importance of distinct housing solutions tailored for specific population sets. In September 2024, Maggie joined the Oregon Housing Stability Council, which reviews and sets policy for the development and financing of affordable housing in Oregon. Maggie is also a mother of a busy toddler and is passionate about ensuring he grows up understanding that housing is a human right, as reflected by the community in which we live.

Inspecting Unconditioned Spaces
2026-05-12 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Training Summary:
Join Energy Trust for this introductory training on effectively evaluating unconditioned spaces. After completing this training attendees will better understand the possible health and safety concerns within an unconditioned space and will understand best practices in recommending possible solutions or improvements.
Training Topic List:

Inspection Basics
Safety
Identifying Improvements
Barrier Performance

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar, May 2026
2026-05-13 09:00 - 10:00 | Webinar
Participating in this hour-long webinar is one of the requirements for joining the Energy Trust’s Solar Electric Trade Ally Network. Includes Solar + Storage program overview with focus on topics relevant to new and prospective trade allies. Register here:
In addition to this webinar, contractors wishing to join the Solar Electric Trade Ally Network must complete these additional requirements:
Submit the appropriate paperwork including:
a) Sending the Certificate of Liability Insurance Fax Request Form to your insurance carrier
b) Complete the Form 1171A – Trade Ally Enrollment Application
c) Complete the Form 271E – Solar Electric Trade Ally Addendum
