Home Retrofit Specifications Manual Orientation – Part 2
2023-12-21 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

Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation – Part 1
2024-01-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-01-31 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-02-21 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-03-20 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-04-17 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-05-15 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-06-19 09:00 - 10:00, 2024-07-17 09:00 - 10:00 and 2 more dates | 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

Home Retrofit Trade Ally Orientation – Part 2
2024-01-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-01 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-02-22 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-03-21 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-04-18 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-05-16 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-06-20 09:00 - 11:00, 2024-07-18 09:00 - 11:00 and 1 more date | Webinar

Energy Trust of Oregon's Business Lighting Trade Ally Seminar in Medford
2024-01-30 08:00 - 11:30 | Hilton Garden Inn Medford, 1000 Welcome Way, Medford, OR, 97504, United States
The Business Lighting Trade Ally Seminar will include review on the 2024 program changes and recognize top trade ally performance.

Energy Trust of Oregon's Business Lighting Trade Ally Seminar in Bend
2024-01-31 08:00 - 11:30 | Riverhouse on the Deschutes Convention Center, 3075 N Hwy 97, Bend, OR, 97703, United States

Energy Trust of Oregon's Business Lighting Trade Ally Seminar in Portland
2024-02-01 07:00 - 12:00 | Sheraton at Portland Airport, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland , OR, 97220, United States

How Strategic Energy Management Can Help Your Building Thrive
2024-04-17 00:00 - 13:00
Join us to learn about Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) offering. Strategic Energy Management provides the tools and education to help organizations optimize building equipment and systems, reduce energy use and operating costs, improve comfort and safety, and allow the organization to operate more sustainably.
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In this webinar, SEM energy coaches will provide:

An overview of SEM
Benefits of participating in SEM
Details about cash incentives you can earn through the program
Tools and resources that Energy Trust provides to participants
Information about how to enroll
An opportunity to ask questions about SEM

2024 BuildRight Conference
2024-04-18 07:30 - 2024-04-19 17:00
For over 10 years, BuildRight has brought together builders and industry professionals to discuss advancements in energy-efficient technologies, building practices, and workforce development in residential new construction and remodeling. This year’s BuildRight conference theme is “Comfortable Buildings: Getting Them Right!”
Attendees can expect conference sessions to cover:

Energy-efficiency technologies and practices: HVAC, air sealing, EPS, zero energy ready and more
Business practices related to HR, risk management, and accounting
Construction contracts and employment law
Building code updates
Smart home technology: comfort, quality, security, and enjoyment
Tax credits and utility cash incentives

BuildRight will also feature two keynote speakers this year:

Allison Bailes, founder of Energy Vanguard and author of the bestselling book A House Needs to Breathe…Or Does It?,
Mark LaLiberte, co-founder and president of Construction Instruction.

Homes of Tomorrow Today Tour
2024-04-19 - 2024-04-21
See what’s possible with energy-efficient buildings at the 2024 Homes of Tomorrow Today Tour, presented by Portland General Electric and sponsored by Energy Trust of Oregon and Earth Advantage.
The tour is an opportunity to meet local builders and tour newly constructed sustainable, cost-efficient, durable, and comfortable homes throughout the Portland region. This three-day tour gives attendees insight into the future of building standards and best practices.

Commercial and Industrial Trade Ally Forum - Portland
2024-04-24 07:30 - 11:00 | Sheraton at Portland Airport, 8235 NE Airport Way, Portland , OR, 97220, United States
Join Energy Trust of Oregon for this free, informative event to network with other industry professionals, learn about program updates, receive technical training, and discuss your questions and feedback with Energy Trust staff. The Trade Ally Forums are your best way to connect with Energy Trust staff and hear the latest updates – tailored for each location. Breakfast and parking are provided.

Energy Trust of Oregon Virtual Extended Capacity Heat Pump Training
2024-06-04 08:30 - 10:00

How Strategic Energy Management Can Help Your Building Thrive
2024-06-13 13:00 - 13:30 | Webinar
Join us to learn about Energy Trust of Oregon’s Strategic Energy Management (SEM) offering. Strategic Energy Management provides the tools and education to help your organization optimize building equipment and systems, reduce energy use and operating costs and improve comfort and safety.
In this webinar, SEM energy coaches will provide:

An overview of SEM
Benefits of participating in SEM
Details about cash incentives you can earn through the program
Tools and resources that Energy Trust provides to participants
Information about how to enroll
An opportunity to ask questions about SEM

The Triple Threat: Windows, Appliances and Insulation for Maximum Energy Efficiency
2024-08-12 11:00 - 12:00 | Webinar
This webinar will explore the synergistic benefits of installing efficient windows, appliances and insulation at your multifamily property. Attendees will learn how these three key upgrades can significantly reduce energy consumption, lower utility costs and improve overall tenant satisfaction. Our expert energy advisors will guide you through a suite of available incentives and provide insights on the best equipment types, offering practical advice on planning, budgeting and implementation. You’ll hear from real customers who have saved thousands through making these energy-saving upgrades and receive a step-by-step guide on how you can start saving too.
