Online Trainings
With the ongoing COVID-19 (coronavirus) concerns, Efficiency Vermont is offering both live and recorded webinars in place of in-person training sessions. When it is safe to do so, we plan to also return to in-person classroom training sessions.
Expand your energy efficiency knowledge by attending a variety of online courses, including Efficiency Vermont program update sessions, product and technology trainings and business development offerings.
Efficiency Vermont cannot endorse specific products or vouch for the safety of products. Training materials and content covered during the training represent the manufacturer's opinion, not Efficiency Vermont's.
Ventilate Right – Part 2: Next Steps for ERV and HRV Systems for Homes - Distribution, Controls and Maintenance
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
Learn about ERV and HRV systems for homes including topics on distribution, controls, and maintenance.
Window Heat Pumps: An Emerging Opportunity
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 50 minutes
Learn about the federal law that phases out refrigerants with high global warming potential.
Home Electrical System Upgrades - Contractor Training
Electrical/Lighting
- Intermediate | 45 minutes
Learn about the new home electrical upgrade offers launching to assist with residential electrification projects.
Ventilate Right – Part 1: Effective ERV and HRV System Design, and Selection for Homes
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
Learn about ERV and HRV systems for homes including topics on design and sizing.
Preparing for Refrigerant Transition
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
Learn about the federal law that phases out refrigerants with high global warming potential.
2024 RBES: Solar Ready Requirements
New Construction
- Intermediate | 60 minutes
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements as it relates to mechanical ventilation systems.
2024 CBES: Compliant Building Shell and Air Barrier Design
New Construction
- Intermediate | 60 minutes
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements as it relates to building shell construction and air barrier design.
2024 RBES: Mechanical Ventilation Requirements
New Construction
- Intermediate | 60 minutes
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements as it relates to mechanical ventilation systems.
Explore EVT's Lighting Audit Tool
Electrical/Lighting
- Intermediate | 40 minutes
Learn about Efficiency Vermont’s lighting audit tool to assist with your project scoping and design needs.
2024 CBES: Electrical, HVAC, Domestic Hot Water
New Construction
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements as it relates to electrical, HVAC, and DHW requirements.
Refrigeration Recovery Best Practices
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
Learn about the federal law that phases out refrigerants with high global warming potential and learn methods to recover refrigerants.
2024 RBES: Prescriptive Compliance Options
New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hr 5 min
Learn about the 2024 residential energy code compliance options and where to find helpful tools and resources.
2024 CBES Additional Efficiency Package Options
New Construction
- Intermediate | 55 min
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements and additional energy efficiency package options including renewable energy and load management.
Hybrid Geothermal – Applying the 80/20 rule to make geothermal affordable
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 50 min
Learn about the Electric Vehicle dealer program design and incentives.
2024 RBES: Compliance Options
New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour 5 minutes
Learn about the 2024 residential energy code compliance options and where to find helpful tools and resources.
2024 CBES: Multifamily Buildings
New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour 30 minutes
Learn about the 2024 energy code requirements for multi-family structures and the nexus between commercial and residential code requirements.
EV Dealer Program Overview
Electric Vehicles
- Intermediate | 40 minutes
Learn about the Electric Vehicle dealer program design and incentives.
RBES 2024 - Overview of Substantial Changes from 2020 & How to Comply
New Construction
- Intermediate | 120 minutes
Learn about RBES changes from 2020 to 2024, and how to comply
CBES 2024 - Compliance Options and COMcheck
New Construction
- Intermediate | 60 minutes
Learn more about compliance options, including prescriptive packages and COMcheck.
Electrical Panels for Flood Recovery - Program Overview
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory |
Learn about Efficiency Vermont’s flood recovery offer to install new or upgraded electrical panels in single family residences.
Tools for Heat Pump Sizing and Selection
New Construction
- Intermediate |
View this training for a demonstration of several tools that can assist with selecting the right heat pump for the job.
RBES 2024 – Air Barrier and Vapor Flow Through Wall and Building Assemblies
New Construction
- Intermediate | 120 minutes
Learn about RBES compliant building shell and air barrier design.
Major Changes to Vermont’s CBES – 2024 Standards
New Construction
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
This training outlines the Vermont 2024 Commercial Building Energy Standards (CBES) updates for this most recent code cycle, including highlighting the changes with the biggest impacts, and providing …
Climate Friendly Heat Pump Design and Installation
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Learn about the importance of refrigerant management in the age of electrification.
Efficiency Vermont Trade Ally Incentive Offer for HVAC Contractors
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 50-minutes
This training outlines the Efficiency Vermont trade ally incentive offer for HVAC contractors who are assisting flood recovery households.
Choose the Right Heat Pump: Evaluating Performance and Heating Cost
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 20 minutes
Learn how to select heat pumps for the space and design considerations to right-size the system.
Air to Water Heat Pumps – Demystified
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 30 minutes
Learn about air to water heat pump technology including how they meet whole home heating and cooling needs, and how they differ from other heat pump technology options.
Key Steps to Successful Building Electrification
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 30 minutes
Learn about air to water heat pump technology including how they meet whole home heating and cooling needs, and how they differ from other heat pump technology options.
Balanced Ventilation - How to Design and Install
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, New Construction
- Introductory | 60 minutes
Watch this video to learn how to properly design and install a balanced ventilation system.
Measure Moisture in Building Materials
Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 90 minutes
This training, led by Ilene Cohn of Delmorst Instruments and Li Ling Young of Efficiency Vermont, provides an overview of the best practices for moisture meter use.
New Programs for VFD Contractors & IE5 Motors
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration
- Introductory | 35 minutes
An overview of Efficiency Vermont’s VFD contractor incentive offer and IE5 motor rebate pilot program.
Vermont Residential Contractor Registry - Presented by Office of Professional Regulation
New Construction
- All |
A new Vermont law in 2022 requires Residential Contractors to register with the Secretary of State's Office of Professional Regulation (OPR) by of April 1, 2023. In this session, OPR staff present a …
So You Want to Be An Energy Rater? Discover Business Opportunities
Weatherization and Envelope
- All |
Join Efficiency Vermont to learn about the Energy Rating industry and the recent changes to programs that have created a demand for Energy Raters in Vermont. Li Ling Young and Steve Spatz explain the …
Building Enclosure Assemblies - Optimizing Thermal Performance, Air and Vapor Control
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
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An overview of building englosure assemblies and how to optimize thermal performance, air and vapor control.
Commercial Heat Pump Water Heating with Mitsubishi Heat2O
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- All |
Mitsubishi’s Rachel Roy introduces the Heat2O commercial heat pump water heater. Using CO2 as the refrigerant, the Heat2O is part of an industry-wide shift toward more benign refrigerants and …
Air to Water Heat Pumps - Technology Overview & Applications
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 60 minutes
Watch this training video to learn about Air to Water Heat Pumps technology and applications.
Duct Design Principles for Mid-static Heat Pumps with Mitsubishi Electric
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 120 minute
Watch this training video to learn about duct design and airflow diagnostics with Mitsubishi Electric and Efficiency Vermont.
Efficiency Vermont 2022 Compressed Air Offers Overview
Refrigeration
- Introductory | 40 minute
Watch this training video to learn about Efficiency Vermont's offers for compressed air systems.
Residential New Construction - Efficiency Vermont Program Overview
New Construction
- Intermediate | 60 minute
Watch this training video to learn about Efficiency Vermont's recently revamped Residential New Construction program, as well as get an overview of the Efficiency Excellence Network.
Energy Recovery Ventilation: Maximizing Air Quality, Comfort and Efficiency
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 70 minute
Watch this Zehnder Academy training video to learn about optimizing air quality, comfort and efficiency through energy recovery ventilation.
Integrated Control Program for Ductless Heat Pumps with Daikin One
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 75 minute
Watch this training video to learn about integrated controls technologies, as well as the current Efficiency Vermont program for integrated controls for ductless heat pumps. This training is hosted …
Residential New Construction – Building Science & RBES Training
New Construction
- Intermediate | 40 minute
This training outlines the changes to the Efficiency Vermont Residential New Construction program, with a focus on RBES proficiency for RNC EEN members.
Webinar: Are Vermonters Ready To Drive Electric?
Electric Vehicles
- | 52 minute
Transportation accounts for the largest proportion of Vermont's GHG emissions, making the electrification of vehicles a primary tactic for fighting climate change and meeting Vermont's climate goals. …
Integrated Controls Program Overview
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Advanced | 45 minute
Watch this training video for an overview of the Efficiency Vermont Integrated Controls program. This overview is a requirement for participation in this program.
VFDs & Harmonics
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 55 minute
Join Jordan Engel, with Yaskawa, to explore typical HVAC variable frequency drive (VFD) applications, and performance factors. This training will cover the influence of harmonics on VFD selection and …
Online Rebate Center Pre-Approval Process Launch
Weatherization and Envelope
- Intermediate | 12 minute
This overview video for all EEN HPwES contractors details the upcoming Online Rebate Center pre-approval process launch on September 13, 2021.
Focus on H-ERV Performance
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 90 minute
Watch this training video for an in-depth review of H-ERV performance. The training is presented in partnership with Zehnder Academy North America.
Introduction to Residential Ventilation
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 90 minute
Watch this training video for an introduction to residential ventilation. The training is presented in partnership with Zehnder Academy North America.
RBES & Building Envelope Assemblies Training
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Watch this training video for a deeper dive into the 2020 Vermont residential building energy standards (RBES) and building envelope assembly options.
Leak Tight HVAC-R Installations
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 15 mins
Learn how to shorten installation time and reduce callbacks by eliminating refrigerant leaks that contribute to climate change. Presenters include Gary Ducharme – retired Blodgett contractor, and …
CBES Code Training
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Description: Watch this training video to learn about recent changes that are now in effect for the Vermont commercial building energy standards (CBES).
RBES Code Training
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Watch this training video to learn about recent changes that are now in effect for the Vermont residential building energy standards (RBES).
Building Performance Program: Q-loss reporting tool process training
Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Overview of the reporting process for entering project data for Building Performance program project submissions
Q-Loss Building Performance Training
Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Advanced | 35 min
View the Q-Loss Building Performance training presented by Matt Sharpe of Efficiency Vermont.
Improving Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope
- Introductory | 50 min
Learn the steps and common strategies for improving air quality, including proper ventilation building design, mechanical strategies and equipment.
Communicating with customers about Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope
- Introductory | 20 min
Learn how to define the customer value proposition and explore the available resources available to customers concerning Indoor Air Quality.
What is Indoor Air Quality (IAQ)?
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Weatherization and Envelope
- Introductory | 40 min
Learn what Indoor Air Quality is and why it matters. This session explores common indicators, sources and measurement techniques.
Business Energy Loan Overview
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 10 min
Watch our Business Energy Loan online tutorial video for an introduction to the Business Energy Loan, including eligibility requirements, loan processing details and how to manage customer …
How to Find Available EEN Rebates
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 2 min
Watch this video and follow these simple steps to learn how to find available Efficiency Vermont and Efficiency Excellence Network rebates for you and your customers.
How to Submit EEN Professional Credits
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 2 min
Watch this video and follow these simple steps to submit your 8 EEN professional credits each year.
How to Use the EEN Co-op Advertising Program
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 2 min
Watch this video to learn about the current EEN Cooperative Advertising program and how you can take advantage of it today.
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Part 2
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 1 hour
Join Energy Circle CEO and Founder Peter Troast in the second of two webinars focusing on the essentials of building and leveraging a digital marketing strategy to enhance your online presence and …
Fundamentals of Digital Marketing, Part 1
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 1 hour
Join Energy Circle CEO and Founder Peter Troast in the first of two webinars focusing on the essentials of building and leveraging a digital marketing strategy to enhance your online presence and …
RESNET Webinar Session 3: Applying Verifiable Data to the Approaches to Value
New Construction
- Advanced | 1 hour
Using the information learned from Session 2, explore in more depth how to use this data. Identify where on the URAR 1004 (appraisal form used by lenders) this information might be applied and why. …
How does Advanced Wood Heating Fit Within Vermont’s Renewable Energy Goals?
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 1 hour 17 min
In this time of low oil prices and beneficial electrification, how and why is advanced wood heat is still relevant? Session will look at the big-picture regarding the scale of Vermont’s dependence on …
Rheem All-electric Water Heating
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Need an all-electric water heating solution? This training will cover the Rheem hybrid electric water heater and Eemax electric tankless solutions. The new Rheem ProTerra hybrid water heater is the …
Rheem Commercial Water Heating
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Join us for a look at high efficiency commercial solutions for water heating. We will discuss high efficiency tank and tankless options.
Roof Top Units and Controls Training
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Join Efficiency Vermont for a training session on roof top units and controls.
Rheem Tankless Water Heating
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour
Join us for a dive into Tankless water heaters. We will discuss condensing versus non-condensing, recirc or not, installation considerations and maintenance.
RESNET Webinar #2: RESNET Appraiser Portal
New Construction
- Intermediate | 56 min
RESNET allows Appraisal Institute members special access to a portal offering more information than the RESNET public database. You will see the additional information this portal offers to allow …
Drain Water Recovery Training Video
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 34 min
Water heating comprises a large portion of the total household energy use, learn how to recover energy that’s going down the drain every time you use hot water. Drain water heat recovery devices …
Industrial Process Compressed Air training
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 15 min
In this training, we will review the substantial energy cost of compressed air, review the components of a system and the importance of efficient use of compressed air and Efficiency Vermont's …
Rheem 5th Generation ProTerra Heat Pump Water Heater
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 58 min
This class will offer a product overview, installation considerations, connectivity features and how to navigate the user interface for easy set up and servicing.
Duct Design Tips for Ducted Heat Pumps
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Intermediate | 1 hour 20 min
Throughout much of the country, ducted systems are the preferred way to distribute heating and cooling. Ducted distribution also provides humidity control, ventilation, filtration and more. In …
RESNET Webinar #1: Free Appraisal Resources that Add Credibility
New Construction
- Intermediate | 1 hour
This session provides a basic understanding of a Residential Energy Services Network (RESNET) Home Energy Rating System (HERS) rating. HERS ratings are provided to all successful participants in …
Controlled Environment Agriculture Video
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 28 min
This course will provide a basic understanding of light energy used for plant growth. The content includes VT agriculture market information, technical metrics and definitions, and tips to designing …
Healthy Homes Program Video
Electrical/Lighting, Heating, Cooling & Ventilation, Refrigeration, Weatherization and Envelope, New Construction
- Introductory | 25 min
The EEN Healthy Home Program Procedure training is intended for current Efficiency Excellence Network Home Performance contractors with a BPI Healthy Home Evaluator certification to be onboarded into …
Efficiency Vermont Advanced Wood Heating Program Training 2018
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 13 minutes
Curious about some of the advances in Advanced Wood Heat? Then check out this new webinar by Jake Marin of Efficiency Vermont. In this 13 minute presentation, Jake covers the principles of advanced …
Heat Pump Water Heater Training Video
Heating, Cooling & Ventilation
- Introductory | 20 min
Watch our Heat Pump Water Heater online training video for an introduction to heat pump water heaters, including proper installation techniques, why this technology is in such demand and how to …