Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Orientation – Part 2
2025-09-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-10-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2025-11-20 09:00 - 11:00 (America/Los_Angeles) | Webinar
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.
Cost: Free

Energy Trust Contractor Conversations: Mt Hood Ductless (Virtual)
2025-09-23 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Topics

Business Best Practices
Project Management
Ductless Heating and Cooling

Join Energy Trust for this Contractor Conversation with guest speaker Aaron McNally. A Each week we will hear from a different contractor on what makes their business successful. Contractors and non-profits who attend will receive tips and tricks that may be helpful in their own work as well as learning more about the industry generally.

Energy Trust Contractor Conversations Comfort Insulation
2025-09-30 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Topics

Business Best Practices
Project Management
Weatherization

Join Energy Trust for this Contractor Conversation with guest speaker Ernie Melo. Each week we will hear from a different contractor on what makes their business successful. Contractors and non-profits who attend will receive tips and tricks that may be helpful in their own work as well as learning more about the industry generally.

Energy Trust Contractor Conversations: Abode Energy LLC
2025-10-07 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Topics

Business Best Practices
Project Management
Duct Sealing

Join Energy Trust for this Contractor Conversation with guest speaker Casey Phillips. Each week we will hear from a different contractor on what makes their business successful. Contractors and non-profits who attend will receive tips and tricks that may be helpful in their own work as well as learning more about the industry generally.

Solar + Storage Trade Ally Enrollment Webinar
2025-10-08 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-11-12 08:00 - 09:00, 2025-12-10 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: https://attendee.gotowebinar.com/rt/4771904002669668443
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

Energy Trust Contractor Conversations Advanced Energy Inspections
2025-10-14 08:30 - 09:30 | Zoom
Topics

Business Best Practices
Project Management
Energy Efficiency

Join Energy Trust for this Contractor Conversation with guest speaker James Metoyer III. Each week we will hear from a different contractor on what makes their business successful. Contractors and non-profits who attend will receive tips and tricks that may be helpful in their own work as well as learning more about the industry generally.

Bend Trade Ally Forum
2025-10-15 08:00 - 12:00 | Oxford Hotel, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR 97703, 10 NW Minnesota Ave, Bend, OR, United States
Energy Trust is excited to host our Fall Trade Ally Forums again this fall in Portland, Bend and Medford.
Attendees will benefit from incentive updates, training, conversations with suppliers, networking opportunities and time to speak directly with Energy Trust account managers and program staff.
The Fall Trade Ally Forum schedule is as follows, with all sessions starting at 8:30 a.m. Breakfast starts at 8:00 a.m. Free breakfast and parking will be provided at all locations:

Portland – Thursday, October 23, Sheraton Portland Airport, Mt. Hood Ballroom
Bend – Wednesday, October 15, Oxford Hotel
Medford – Thursday, October 16, Hilton Garden Inn

The Forum schedule is still in development, but topics will include year-end updates and what to expect in 2026, along with Home Energy Rebate program updates, Market Trends & Forecasts and updates from Residential, Multifamily and Solar programs. Watch for more details in upcoming emails and Insider.

Education Summit 2025 - Mayfield Renewables
2025-10-15 08:00 - 2025-10-16 17:00 | Bell Harbor International Conference Center, 2211 Alaskan Wy, Seattle, WA, 98121, United States
Join Mayfield Renewables and subject matter experts from around the solar-plus-storage industry for 2 full days of technical training at the Bell Harbor International Conference Center in Seattle, Washington (October 15-16.) Enjoy best-in-class technical education and invaluable networking with like-minded leaders and learners in the solar and storage industry!
Topics will include PV+ESS codes and standards, engineering best practices, and microgrid development topics. Up to 10 NABCEP CEUs will be available.

Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation – Part 1
2025-10-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2025-11-19 09:00 - 10:00 | Webinar
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

Medford Trade Ally Forum
2025-10-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Hilton Garden Inn Medford, 1000 Welcome Way, Medford, OR, 97504, United States

Inspecting Unconditioned Spaces
2025-10-21 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
As part of the Fall Building Science and Assessment Series, 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.
Topics Include

Inspection Basics
Safety
Identifying Improvements
Barrier Performance

Portland Trade Ally Forum
2025-10-23 08:00 - 12:00 | Sheraton at Portland Airport, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland , OR, 97220, United States

Energy Trust Building Science Principles (Part I)
2025-10-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Part 1 of 2 (Part 2 is 10/28/25 with separate registration)
Join Energy Trust for this virtual training, designed for contractors or community-based organizations that are interested in learning how various components of a home interact to affect the home’s overall performance. At no cost to them, Energy Trust trade allies and community partners that complete this training are eligible to take the BPI Building Science Principles Exam (normally $109) and earn their Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate of Knowledge.

Energy Trust Building Science Principles Part II
2025-10-28 08:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Topics

Introduction to Building Science
House as a System
Controlling Heat
Thermal Boundary
Air Movement
Moisture

Part 2 of 2 (Part 1 will be the previous day 10/27)
Join Energy Trust for this virtual training, designed for contractors or community-based organizations that are interested in learning how various components of a home interact to affect the home’s overall performance. At no cost to them, Energy Trust trade allies and community partners that complete this training are eligible to take the BPI Building Science Principles Exam (normally $109) and earn their Building Science Principles (BSP) Certificate of Knowledge.

Energy Trust Two-Part Diagnostics Equipment Training (Walla Walla WA)
2025-10-29 08:00 - 12:00 | Zoom
Part I – Virtual 10/29/2025 8:00AM – Noon
Part II – In -person 10/30/2025 9:00AM-5:00PM (Walla Walla WA)
This two part training is designed for contractors or non-profit organization to gain an increased familiarity with home energy diagnostic equipment. The training will teach participants how to measure enclosure air leakage using a blower door, measure duct leakage using a duct blaster, measure external static pressure using a manometer, and measure air handler flow with a Digital True Flow Grid. To RSVP for the training and for additional details please contact Derrick Noll at derrick.noll@clearesult.com

Inspecting Unhealthy Homes
2025-11-04 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this introductory course on inspecting and identifying unhealthy homes. This presentation will give an overview of what to look for in a home as well as the conversations and possible resources to discuss with clients.
Topics

Health and Safety
Communicating with clients
Identifying improvements
Helpful resources

Energy Trust HVAC Sizing Training (MEDFORD)
2025-11-04 08:30 - 17:00
Join Energy Trust for this two-part in person training. Learn how to complete accurate HVAC load calculations as well as select and deliver long-lasting HVAC solutions. This hands-on training will take you through tools such as Better Built NW HVAC Sizing Tool and HVAC Software. Then apply this knowledge and learn how to choose the proper equipment to maximize performance. Location and additional information to follow on registration.

Energy Trust Ductless Heat Pump Design and Installation Best Practices (MEDFORD)
2025-11-05 08:30 - 12:00
Join Energy Trust for this half day presentation to get the skills to size, site and install ductless heat pumps for long term efficiency and comfort. This in-person training covers best practices for unit placement, line protection, and site prep, plus tips to avoid common mistakes and education homeowners. Location details to follow on registration.

Energy Trust HVAC Sizing Training (SALEM)
2025-11-06 08:30 - 17:00

Identifying Home Systems and Efficiencies
2025-11-11 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for an introduction into home systems. Participants will learn how to identify heat sources as well as systems within the home. there will also be a focus on understanding system efficiency and field resources for understanding them.

Roadblocks to Energy Efficiency
2025-11-18 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
Join Energy Trust for this introductory training on identifying roadblocks to home energy efficiency upgrades. This presentation covers a variety of potential roadblocks to projects and why they may stop work as well as potential solutions.

Solar + Storage Program Overview Webinar
2025-11-19 10:00 - 11:00 | Webinar
This one-hour webinar provides a detailed overview of Energy Trust’s Solar + Storage Program, anyone interested in the program is welcome to join. Topics will cover the basics of solar and storage, Energy Trust’s Trade Ally Network, residential and commercial incentive offers, and the incentive application process.

Energy Trust Manual J & D Overview
2025-12-02 08:30 - 10:00 | 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 and how the manuals utilize these basics to determine the heating and cooling needs of the home.

Energy Trust Better Built NW HVAC Sizing Tool Overview
2025-12-09 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
This training is designed to showcase the BetterBuilt NW HVAC Sizing Tool and how to use the tool effectively for HVAC design.

Energy Trust CoolCalc HVAC Sizing Tool Overview
2025-12-16 08:30 - 10:00 | Zoom
This virtual training is designed to showcase the CoolCalc HVAC Sizing Tool and how to use the tool for effective HVAC design.
