BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Built Environment Plus - ECPv6.15.18//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Built Environment Plus REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/New_York BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20220313T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20221106T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20230312T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20231105T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20240310T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20241103T060000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0400 TZNAME:EDT DTSTART:20250309T070000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0400 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:EST DTSTART:20251102T060000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231002 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231003 DTSTAMP:20260407T220617 CREATED:20230821T174628Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T180842Z UID:10001880-1696204800-1696291199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Builder (CPHB) Training DESCRIPTION:(8) 3-Hour Sessions from October 2nd to 13th\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Class \nThe Phius Certified Builder Certification is for tradespeople and construction professionals with field experience in construction and/or high performance building. This training prepares construction professionals to understand passive building techniques — airtight enclosures\, high-performance window installation\, passive design strategies\, field quality assurance\, and site management. For a project pursuing Phius Certification\, these professionals ensure the building is built and operating to the plans and specifications. They are responsible for executing air-sealing and thermal bridge mitigation. This training is delivered live\, online over 8 days. \nThe cost of the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant Program\, and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nRegistration closes on September 18th. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Session 1: Monday\, October 2nd – 2:00-5:00pmSession 2: Tuesday\, October 3rd – 2:00-5:00pmSession 3: Thursday\, October 5th – 2:00-5:00pmSession 4: Friday\, October 6th – 2:00-5:00pmSession 5: Tuesday\, October 10th – 2:00-5:00pmSession 6: Wednesday\, October 11th – 2:00-5:00pmSession 7: Thursday\, October 12th – 2:00-5:00pmSession 8: Friday\, October 13th – 2:00-5:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 11th\, 2023\n Grant deadline: September 11th \nPlease note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,400.00 is eligible for grant funding. (The total course cost is $1\,550. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nThe Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nCourse ID#: 1146564 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-builder-cphb-training/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhiusCertifiedBuilderTraining.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231005T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220617 CREATED:20230626T182613Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231002T193420Z UID:10001825-1696507200-1696510800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Tally Office Hours DESCRIPTION:Drop in with any questions you have about tallyLCA and how to apply it to your projects as they relate to MassCEC’s Embodied Carbon Reduction Challenge. The tallyLCA team will be available to assist\, so it’s your best chance get your questions answered. \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Thomas Lefebvre on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/tally-office-hours/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Community,Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/TallyOfficeHours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231017T123000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220617 CREATED:20230821T162845Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230821T170441Z UID:10001879-1697535000-1697545800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Implicit Bias I: Implicit Bias Thinkshop DESCRIPTION:This interactive session will feature a combination of brief presentations\, group design\, exercises\, and facilitated\, full-group discussions. The intent is for participants to deepen their knowledge and understanding of inclusivity and implicit bias in the broader employment market at this moment in time\, within their organization\, and in their own individual work. Implicit Bias I provides an overview. The focus of this workshop is to improve overall employee engagement and performance by maximizing inclusion and minimizing implicit bias in the workplace. \nThis course is taught by Tiffany Cogell Design4Equity. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 26th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1131364 \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Sincerely Media on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/implicit-bias-i-implicit-bias-thinkshop/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/ImplicitBiasThinkshop.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231019 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231020 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230818T193104Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230908T145733Z UID:10001875-1697673600-1697759999@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:High-Performance Building for Carpenters (4 Part Course) DESCRIPTION:Four 5-Hour Sessions from October 19th to November 9th.\nAbout the Class \nThis in-person training teaches carpenters how to apply fundamental building skills to high-performance construction projects. Topics focus on the four layers of a high-performance house: water\, air\, vapor\, and thermal. Students will learn high-performance essentials through building science lessons\, hands-on practice with mock-up assemblies\, and project management training. The multi-faceted learning approach provides carpenters with a holistic understanding of high-performance construction from building science to install. This training is taught by two sustainable building experts accompanied by guest speakers representing materials manufacturers and vendors. \nRegistration closes on October 12th. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About SHPDC\n Housed in a state-of-the-art Passive House facility\, StudioHPDC is a classroom and educational center for sustainable design & construction. We develop and host training courses for consumers\, students\, architects\, and trades people in all experience levels ranging from introductory sessions and overviews to hands-on workshops and certification programs. In addition to training courses\, we host regular networking and discussion group events and provide resources for all those interested in sustainable construction. \nThe Studio for High Performance Design & Construction is a registered 501(c)3 non-profit organization. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Gain a fundamental understanding of high- performance building science \n2. Understand key components and concepts of high-performance residential construction \n3. Apply concepts to hands-on construction through use of mock-up assemblies \n4. Review high-performance project management strategies \n5. Finish the course prepared to leverage skills in a career in high-performance construction \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Sessions\n Session 1: Framing & Sheathing \nThursday\, October 19 – 1:00-6:00pm \nSession 2: Air Sealing \nThursday\, October 26 – 1:00-6:00pm \nSession 3: Insulation \nThursday\, November 2 – 1:00-6:00pm \nSession 4: Windows & Doors \nThursday\, November 9 – 1:00-6:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 28th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1137031 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/high-performance-building-for-carpenters-4-part-course-10-19/ LOCATION:Studio for High-Performance Design + Construction\, 186 Riverview Avenue\, Waltham\, MA\, 02453 CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/05/High-PerformanceBuildingforCarpenters_SHPDC-01-1.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231019T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230627T150310Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230627T150621Z UID:10001827-1697706000-1697713200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Achieving Whole-Building LCA and EPD Credits for LEED (One Click LCA) DESCRIPTION:This training provides an understanding of how to achieve whole-building LCA and EPD related credits on LEED projects. Attendees will learn how to easily handle the life cycle assessment process\, as well as a comprehensive breakdown of LEED related credits and how to leverage One Click LCA for various LEED schemes. Learn the importance of embodied carbon calculations\, the requirements of LCA credits in LEED v4 and v4.1\, how to set baseline strategies in LEED v4 and v4.1\, and common strategies for reducing building LCA impacts. \nNote: This course counts as one of the Embodied Carbon Challenge (ECC) courses for ECC participants. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by September 28th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1146451 \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Codioful (Formerly Gradienta) on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/achieving-whole-building-lca-and-epd-credits-for-leed-one-click-lca/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/Whole-buildingcreditsforLEED.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231102T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230724T161255Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230907T143623Z UID:10001848-1698915600-1698930000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Buildings and Carbon DESCRIPTION:This course will focus on climate impacts associated with carbon emissions from the built environment. It will emphasize the importance of goal setting and taking actions to manage building-related carbon emissions throughout a building’s life cycle. \nThe course will begin with an exploration of the context of climate emissions in the built environment\, covering topics such as the global carbon cycle\, whole building life cycle analysis\, operational carbon\, embodied carbon and the impact of building materials and practices\, carbon storage and buildings as carbon sinks\, the “time value” of carbon\, and a series of solutions from material selection to policy engagement for addressing the climate impact of the built environment. In particular\, the course focuses on the topic of embodied carbon\, including the framing of the built environment in the global carbon cycle and the role of carbon storage\, life cycle assessment and the time value of carbon\, strategies for reducing embodied carbon throughout a building’s design\, workflow strategies for integrating embodied carbon analysis into the design process\, and a survey of tools\, databases\, and other resources available to conduct embodied carbon analysis and make actionable decisions to reduce the embodied carbon footprint of the building. \nNext\, the course will explore applied strategies in the context of a design practice\, covering topics such as goal setting and defined metrics\, defining core questions framing carbon analysis\, carbon accounting tools\, and workflow in the design process. \nFinally\, the course will guide participants through a workshop and facilitated discussion in which key barriers to and opportunities for implementing carbon reduction strategies in participants’ practices are identified\, discussed\, prioritized\, and formulated into an action list for participants to reference moving forward to actualize real carbon reduction in their work. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n Understand the impact of embodied carbon and carbon storage in building materials. \nBecome familiar with real-world examples and case studies that stored carbon. \nIdentify tools\, workflow strategies\, and other resources for carbon accounting in the design process. \nTake action on opportunities and strategies for integrating climate action and carbon reduction into their professional practice. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 12th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1131156 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Clark Van Der Beken on Unsplash \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/buildings-and-carbon-11-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/bc-clark-van-der-beken-unsplash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231107 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231108 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230821T185856Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T171623Z UID:10001881-1699315200-1699401599@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Fundamentals of Pre-Construction and Project Management DESCRIPTION:Seven 1-1/2 Hour Sessions from November 7th to December 19th\nAbout the Class \nThis interactive virtual training is targeted at emerging project managers and estimators. Over the course of seven sessions\, participants will learn the fundamentals of good pre-construction and project management practice. The sessions will be virtual and live\, combining presentation with hands-on exercises and group discussion. Participants will be provided with assignments between sessions\, tools\, and templates. \nRegistration closes on October 24th. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About HELM\n HELM is a collaborative team with expertise in construction\, management\, leadership\, and education. With main offices in Montpelier and Brattleboro\, Vermont and satellite offices in Massachusetts\, Maine\, New Hampshire\, and Chicago we work with contractors\, architects\, homeowners\, business owners\, and institutions throughout the country to advance high performance building practices and triple bottom line business principles. HELM is a socially responsible business dedicated to empowering teams to work together in collaborative and creative ways for a common shared outcome. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n Gain insight on best practices for pre-construction and project management \nPractice reviewing architectural plans and developing a scope of work \nLearn strategies for developing preliminary and detailed estimates \nBuild a Gantt chart construction schedule \nProcess a Change Order document \nUnderstand fundamentals of client management and team facilitation \n \n \n \n \n \n 7 Sessions\n Session #1 (11/7) – Introduction\, Sales\, Overview \nSession #2 (11/14) – Pre-Con\, Expectations\, Schematic Design \nSession #3 (11/21) – Estimating for Design Development & Construction Documents \nSession #4 (11/28) – Contracts\, Kickoff\, Pre-Mortem \nSession #5 (12/5) – Scheduling\, and Change Orders \nSession #6 (12/12) – Project Management \nSession #7 (12/19) – Overview\, Project Close Out\, Discussion \n \nSessions will be offered via Zoom on seven consecutive Tuesdays from 3:00-4:30pm. Registration is limited to keep the group small and allow for lots of discussion and small group breakouts. Attending all sessions in real-time is strongly encouraged\, however\, we will be recording the sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 17th\, 2023\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 17th\, 2023 \nThe express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135951 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/fundamentals-of-pre-construction-and-project-management-11-7/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/FundamentalsofPreConsturction.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231107T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230822T143739Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230822T180956Z UID:10001882-1699362000-1699376400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Building Science Fundamentals DESCRIPTION:Four 4-Hour Sessions from November 7th to November 16th.\nAbout the Class \nBuilding Science Fundamentals is a seminar that teaches the basic knowledge needed to design and build durable\, energy-efficient\, affordable\, and healthy buildings. This is an interactive sessions with where questions are encouraged. The course will discuss building science principles (such as the control of heat\, air\, and moisture and IAQ) and show you how to apply them to low-energy enclosure design\, advanced HVAC systems\, forensic investigations\, and the repair and retrofit of existing buildings. \nBuilding Science Fundamentals has been attended by thousands of builders\, architects\, engineers\, building science consultants\, building code officials\, facility managers\, building product manufacturers\, and government officials. Upon completion of the seminar\, members of the American Institute of Architects (AIA) will receive 16 LU|HSW posted directly to the AIA Provider website. \nRegistration closes on October 24th. \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Building Science Corporation\n Building Science Corporation is a building science consulting firm with clients throughout North America. BSC specializes in building technology consulting for all types of buildings including commercial\, institutional and residential. Our focus is preventing and resolving problems related to building design\, construction and operation. We are internationally recognized for our expertise in moisture dynamics\, indoor air quality\, and building failure forensic investigations. We are also on the leading edge of the design of sustainable buildings and communities. We believe in promoting energy efficiency and environmental responsibility within the constraints of marketable and affordable building technology. \n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Sessions\n Session 1: November 7\, 1:00 – 5:00pm \nEnvironmental SeparationDefinition of a BuildingThe Effect of ClimateThe Perfect WallThe Water MoleculeRelative Humidity and Vapor PressureAir Flow and Vapor DiffusionRainCapillarity \nSession 2: November 9\, 1:00 – 5:00pm \nThe Myth of the Dew PointRoofs Vented and UnventedIce DamsCrawlspaces Vented and UnventedBasementsSlabs and Flooring \nSession 3: November 14\, 1:00 – 5:00pm \nStucco FailuresPressure and IAQBuildings as 3-D Airflow NetworksControlling Pressures and PathwaysStack Effect and CompartmentalizationHVACPart Load and Humidity ControlCentral Systems vs. Distributed Systems \nSession 4: November 16\, 1:00 – 5:00pm \nRetrofitsMass BuildingsFreeze ThawInterior Foundation RetrofitsHistoric Building LimitationsFrame BuildingsDeep Energy Retrofits \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 17th\, 2023\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 17th\, 2023 \nThe express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nComplete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1131731 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/building-science-fundamentals-11-7/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/BSF-BSC.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231109T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230623T153658Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230919T185530Z UID:10001823-1699534800-1699549200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Tools for Building Life-Cycle Assessment (Tally) DESCRIPTION:Life-cycle assessment (LCA) is a critical methodology that can be used by building design professionals to evaluate the climate impact of their projects. Participants will learn life-cycle assessment (LCA) terminology and basic concepts\, how to incorporate LCA in design workflow\, and how to conduct an LCA for a building project using the LCA tool Tally. Participants will be introduced to the Embodied Carbon in Construction Calculator (EC3) Tool\, a free and open-source database of environmental product declarations (EPDs)\, and learn how Tally and EC3 can be used to inform specifications and achieve LEED points. \nNote: This course counts as one of the Embodied Carbon Challenge (ECC) courses for ECC participants. \n \n \n \n \n \n This course is taught by Vaclav Hasik Building Transparency. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Meet your instructor \nVaclav Hasik is a Program Director at Building Transparency\, a non-profit organization behind the EC3 Tool and Tally. Vaclav works on methodology\, data quality\, and LCA research supporting both tools. Vaclav was previously a sustainability analyst and Life Cycle Assessment (LCA) expert at Urban Fabrick\, where he managed projects pursuing LEED certification and helped design teams address embodied carbon through whole-building LCAs. Vaclav also worked as a researcher at the University of Pittsburgh\, where he was involved in university-wide carbon accounting\, sustainability planning\, and research on data and methods for LCA of buildings. He is an active member of the Carbon Leadership Forum and a founder of its San Francisco Bay Area hub. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 19th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135248 \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Dylan Nolte on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/tools-for-building-life-cycle-assessment-tally/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/ToolsforBuilding.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T093000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231115T103000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230626T193433Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230626T193619Z UID:10001826-1700040600-1700044200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:One Click Office Hours DESCRIPTION:Drop in with any questions you have about One Click LCA and how to apply it to your projects as they relate to MassCEC’s Embodied Carbon Reduction Challenge. The One Click team will be available to assist\, so it’s your best chance get your questions answered. \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Sincerely Media on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/one-click-office-hours/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/06/OneClickOfficeHours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231128T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230920T173606Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230920T175437Z UID:10001904-1701183600-1701190800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Energy Codes and Trends DESCRIPTION:This course will cover many rapidly evolving elements of sustainable design with particular attention to energy codes and trends applicable in Massachusetts. Topics will include the new Stretch Energy Code\, local regulatory requirements such as BERDO and Zero Carbon Zoning\, and trends in Net Zero design. \nThis course is taught by Michelle Fennell\, BR+A and Ari Greenberg\, BR+A. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Identify major changes to the latest version of the energy code as their impacts on architectural\, mechanical\, plumbing\, and electrical systems. \n2. Compare energy codes across the country for both new buildings and renovations. \n3. Summarize building energy trends\, both those found in codes and those pushing the envelope on sustainable design. \n4. Predict how the energy code changes and new energy efficiency strategies will impact a new project not yet designed. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 7th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1131197 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by NASA on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/energy-codes-and-trends/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/06/EnergCodesandTrends.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230818T173036Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230823T163052Z UID:10001874-1701648000-1701734399@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Consultant CPHC® Training (Phius) DESCRIPTION:Phase I: Complete prior to December 4th\n \n \n \n \n \n Self-guided content (allot 2-3 months\, 50-60 hours) \n \n \n \n \n \n Phase II: December 4th to December 15th\n \n \n \n \n \n (8) 3-Hour Live Online Sessions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThis training is intended for Architects and Engineers. CPHCs learn to design to the Phius Certification climate-specific building standard. Projects earning Phius certifications (Phius CORE\, Phius ZERO and Phius REVIVE) follow RESNET QA/QC protocols and achieve excellent HERS scores\, US Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home status\, and adhere to EPA indoor airPLUS requirements. \nPART 2 REGISTRATION IS LIMITED: It is strongly recommended that you register 2-3 months prior to the Phase II start date you desire to be assured a spot. \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. In order to be eligible for Express Program grant reimbursement\, an Express Program grant application must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the live-session start date\, and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. The cost of the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant Program\, and must be paid for out-of-pocket by the company. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Learn the principles of passive building design: heat transfer\, air-tightness\, thermal bridge free detailing\, super-insulation\, high-efficiency ventilation\, moisture control. \n2. Perform passive house verification using WUFI® Passive\, the next-generation dynamic modeling tool developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IBP and Owens Corning. \n3. Perform energy modeling by completing an entire project including energy balancing (static and dynamic). \n4. Implement high performance building science principles and passive house techniques in residential\, commercial\, and retrofit scenarios across all North American climate zones. \n5. Study built examples—including mechanical systems—for each North American climate zone. \n6. Learn about suitable materials and components available in local U.S. and Canadian markets\, and details for passive house applications according to climate. \n7. Learn the best air tightness strategies\, thermal bridge free detailing\, and how to evaluate your design in THERM. \n8. Learn how to assure quality and performance for your client from the design process through construction using Phius Certification and QA/QC. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Enrollment Structure: Phase I and Phase II \n Phase I Enrollment \nUpon registration and payment\, BE+ will send you a link to set up a PHIUS account and start the course on the PHIUS website. If you previously completed training through the Phius Training site\, sign into the Training site using your existing username and password \nYou will have access to the Phase I self-guided training materials for 12 months from your time of registration. This includes access to the Phase I Online Exam as well\, 1 of the 2 required exams for CPHC® certification. The online exam can be taken at a time of your choosing\, but must be completed within the 12 month window\, and must be completed in one sitting. Additional information about the exam can be found on the Phius training site. \nPhase I of the CPHC training comprises a series of pre-recorded online virtual sessions taught by expert instructors\, collected readings\, recommended resources\, and quizzes; altogether comprising about 50-60 hours of learning material. Enrollees have access to Phase I materials for 12 months. \nPhase II Enrollment \nThe second phase of CPHC training focuses on design exercises\, and WUFI Passive and THERM software training. Both Phase I and II are required to successfully complete the course and to be eligible to take the final exam. Phase II also includes group projects\, homework assignments and online tutorials. \nAll Phase II sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. Phase II consists of eight 3-hour instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. See Training Schedule below. \nExamYou will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. The exam is due 4 weeks after it opens\, and typically takes 20-25 hours to complete. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Phase I: Self-Guided ContentStart 6-8 weeks prior to Phase II start date \nPhase II: Live-Online ContentDecember 4th – 15th \nSession 1: Monday\, December 4th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 2: Tuesday\, December 5th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 3: Thursday\, December 7th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 4: Friday\, December 8th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 5: Monday\, December 11th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 6: Tuesday\, December 12th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 7: Thursday\, December 14th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 7: Friday\, December 15th | 12:00-3:00pm \nExam: You will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Phius is an AIA National\, International\, and Distance CES Provider.Phase I: Earn 40 LU/HSW unitsPhase II: Earn 40 LU/HSW units \nPhius CPHC Training is approved by GBCIEarn 32 CEU \nContinuing education credits are available from the Building Performance InstituteEarn 37.13 CE credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Phase II focuses on energy modeling using WUFI Passive Software. WUFI Passive requires Windows OS. If you use a Mac\, you must have a working copy of Windows installed. Mac users need to purchase and install VMWare Fusion\, Bootcamp\, or Parallels\, along with a Windows operating system. VMWare Fusion is recommended. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 13th\, 2023\n Grant deadline: November 13th \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Please note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,950.00 is eligible for grant funding. (The total course cost is $2\,100. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nThe Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nCourse ID#: 1134101Course provider: Built Environment PlusCourse cost: $1\,950.00Cost type: Tuition URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-consultant-cphc-training-phius-12-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CPHC-Training-bernard-hermant-unsplash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20231004T152650Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231004T155632Z UID:10001911-1701648000-1701734399@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Builder (CPHB) Training DESCRIPTION:(8) 3-Hour Sessions from December 4th to 15th\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the Class \nThe Phius Certified Builder Certification is for tradespeople and construction professionals with field experience in construction and/or high performance building. This training prepares construction professionals to understand passive building techniques — airtight enclosures\, high-performance window installation\, passive design strategies\, field quality assurance\, and site management. For a project pursuing Phius Certification\, these professionals ensure the building is built and operating to the plans and specifications. They are responsible for executing air-sealing and thermal bridge mitigation. This training is delivered live\, online over 8 days. \nThe cost of the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant Program\, and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nRegistration closes on November 20th. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Session 1: Monday\, December 4th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 2: Tuesday\, December 5th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 3: Thursday\, December 7th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 4: Friday\, December 8th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 5: Monday\, December 11th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 6: Tuesday\, December 12th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 7: Thursday\, December 14th – 12:00-3:00pmSession 8: Friday\, December 15th – 12:00-3:00pm \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 13th\, 2023\n Grant deadline: November 13th \nPlease note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,400.00 is eligible for grant funding. (The total course cost is $1\,550. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nThe Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nCourse ID#: 1146564 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-builder-cphb-training-12-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/08/PhiusCertifiedBuilderTraining.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20231204 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20231205 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20231005T190439Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231005T191959Z UID:10001912-1701648000-1701734399@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Rater Training (3 Part Course) DESCRIPTION:Three 3-Hour Sessions on December 4th\, 6th\, & 8th. \nPhius Certified Raters focus on single-family residential projects. The course is geared toward experienced RESNET and BPI professionals\, and provides grounding in passive building principles as well as a guide to onsite quality assurance for the Phius Certification program. This training is delivered live\, online over three days. Each session is three hours. Approximately 8 hours of self-guided material is provided before the first session for review. Training is open to all. Knowledge of HERs rating practices\, and experience with Energy Star Homes\, Indoor airPLUS and DOE ZERH Programs is helpful. Those who wish to pursue certification after training must meet the certification exam prerequisites\, apply for the certification exam\, and be approved to complete the exam. \n\n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will gain the knowledge needed to: \nIdentify Phius design strategies \nIdentify Phius mechanical/ventilation systems \nPerform on-site QA and integration of prerequisite programs; Energy Star Homes\, Indoor airPLUS and DOE ZERH \nPerform site inspection and testing protocols and Phius Certification deliverables \nSubmit a Phius project for certification \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 13th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1143064 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Luke Chesser on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-rater-training-3-part-course-12-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/PhiusCertifiedRaterTraining.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20231212T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230921T171719Z LAST-MODIFIED:20230921T174544Z UID:10001905-1702393200-1702400400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Intro to Designing a Net Zero Building DESCRIPTION:Participants will learn the components of net zero. It may seem out of reach\, but firms are turning these hurdles into opportunities. Join us as we examine case studies\, detailing integrated systems and creative solutions that make NZE a reality. This course is intended for building industry professionals. It can be held virtually or in-person and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis course is taught by Ari Greenberg and Michael Swenson\, BR+A.  \n  \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 21st\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1131177 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo above is of the John J. Sbrega Health and Science Building via BR+A taken by ©Edward Caruso \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-designing-a-net-zero-building-12-12/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/09/DesigningNetZero-Sbrega_BRA-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240109T163000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230925T125509Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T182801Z UID:10001907-1704812400-1704817800@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Lead Carpenter Training (4 Part Course) DESCRIPTION:Four 1-1/2 Hour Sessions on January 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, & 30th.\nAbout the Class \nLead Carpenter Training is for current and aspiring leads who are looking to build their management and leadership skills. In four 1-1/2 Hour Sessions on January 9th\, 16th\, 23rd\, & 30th\, we will explore what it means to be a lead carpenter- the job description\, how to set a project up for success\, and how to lead a team. We’ll also provide a portfolio of sample documents to support your process. This training is geared towards current and aspiring lead carpenters\, site leads\, and site supervisors in the construction trades. Our focus is on residential custom construction\, although the concepts apply to many types of construction. \nRegistration closes on December 19th. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About HELM\n HELM offers innovative business consulting\, coaching\, project management\, and training services. Our experienced team members work with owners\, designers\, and builders to create high-performance buildings and businesses throughout North America. Our purpose is to revolutionize the construction industry\, centering the triple bottom line principles of planet\, people\, and prosperity to become a catalyst for climate justice. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Understand the job description and responsibilities of a Lead Carpenter \n2. Review strategies for team leadership \n3. Develop methods for successfully performing recurring tasks \n4. Develop methods for managing schedules\, resources\, and communication\n \n \n \n \n \n 4 Sessions\n Session #1 (1/9) – Project Set-Up (aka Proper Planning Prevents Poor Performance) \nSession #2 (1/16) – Project Execution (aka Eyes on the Prize(s)) \nSession #3 (1/23) – Project Closeout (aka It’s Not Over Until…) \nSession #4 (1/30) – Open Discussion\, Question\, and Answer \nSessions will be offered via Zoom on four consecutive Tuesdays from 3:00-4:30pm. Registration is limited to keep the group small and allow for lots of discussion and small group breakouts. Attending all sessions in real-time is strongly encouraged\, however\, we will be recording the sessions. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 19th\, 2023\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 19th\, 2023 \nThe express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135459 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/lead-carpenter-training-4-part-course-1-9/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2022/03/LeadCarpenter_bianca-consantin_Upsplash-01.jpg END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240118 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240119 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20231115T190149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231117T185110Z UID:10001921-1705536000-1705622399@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2January 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5February 1st\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 4: Modules 6February 8th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9February 15th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12February 22nd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 7: Module 13February 29th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar \nWeek 8: Module 14Week of March 4th\, 2024 \nWeeks 9: Module 15Week of March 11th\, 2024 \nWeek 10: Access Exam Prep ModulesWeek of March 18th\, 2024 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewMarch 28th\, 2024 | 12 – 2PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupApril 3rd\, 2024 | 10 AM – 11 AM ET \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamApril 10th\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by December 28th\, 2023\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# 1135246 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-1-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240206 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240207 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20231117T153515Z LAST-MODIFIED:20231212T182815Z UID:10001922-1707177600-1707263999@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Construction Business Basics DESCRIPTION:Twelve 2 Hour Sessions from February 6th to April 23rd. \nAbout the Class \nThis multi-session course covers all the essentials of running your own construction business with a focus on the Triple Bottom Line (People\, Planet\, and Prosperity). Assess where your company is today\, create a vision for the future\, and take action to make your business more efficient\, productive\, and profitable. This training is designed for small business owners and members of your management team who are looking for a solid grounding in the basics of running a successful construction business. Each session is a combination of presentation\, small group discussion\, and Q&A. Each session is intended to help you apply what you are learning to your own business and develop a vision and action plan. \nRegistration closes on January 23rd. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About HELM\n HELM offers innovative business consulting\, coaching\, project management\, and training services. Our experienced team members work with owners\, designers\, and builders to create high-performance buildings and businesses throughout North America. Our purpose is to revolutionize the construction industry\, centering the triple bottom line principles of planet\, people\, and prosperity to become a catalyst for climate justice. \n \n \n \n \n \n What to Expect\n Sessions will be held weekly via Zoom\, every Tuesday from February 6th through April 23rd from 3:00-5:00 pm. We ask that all participants plan to join the Zoom session 5 minutes before the scheduled start time so we can begin promptly. \nEach session will be 2 hours long\, with a combination of presentation\, small group discussion\, and Q&A. Each weekly Zoom session is paired with a homework assignment to help you apply what you are learning to your own business and develop your vision and action plan. Each homework assignment will take roughly one and a half hours to complete. \nAt the end of the 12-week Basics series you will have: \n• A 5-year vision for your business\, with goals and actions to get you started \n• A 2024 operating budget template to calculate the target gross profit margin for your business \n• Access to the HELM Resource Library\, with articles specifically curated for construction business owners and templates to help you manage your business activities and improve your performance \n• Recordings and presentation materials from the Basics sessions for future reference \n• A personalized one-on-one session with one of HELM’s business consultants \n \n \n \n \n \n 12 Sessions\n Session #1 (2/6) – Your Business Vision\, Mission\, Principles  \nSession #2 (2/13) – Your Leadership Style & Your Vision \nSession #3 (2/20) – Financial Planning & Reporting \nSession #4 (2/27) – Sales & Pre-Construction \nSession #5 (3/5) – Pre-Construction Phases \nSession #6 (3/12) – Project Management Responsibilities & Strategies \nSession #7 (3/19) – Estimating \nSession #8 (3/26) – Job Cost Accounting \nSession #9 (4/2) – Building Your Team – Hiring & Onboarding \nSession #10 (4/9) – Operating Budget \nSession #11 (4/16) – Communicating Your Vision \nSession #12 (4/23) – Small Group Presentations \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by January 16th\, 2024\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by January 16th\, 2024 \nThe Express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#1135317 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/construction-business-basics/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/ConstructionBusinessBasics.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240208T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20231128T161618Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240116T153517Z UID:10001924-1707404400-1707411600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Embodied Carbon in Concrete and Wood DESCRIPTION:This course looks at the carbon and environmental impacts of concrete and wood building materials\, how they have improved over the years\, and where they still fall short. We’ll focus on concrete’s carbon emissions problem and solutions\, cement and concrete alternatives (including supplementary cementitious materials)\, and building code changes. We’ll also look at wood building materials\, including mass timber and other engineered products. Forestry’s carbon accounting and environmental impacts are complicated and in flux\, so we’ll dig in to some of those challenges\, the state of forestry certifications\, and life-cycle data/environmental product declarations. Discussion is encouraged. \nThe course is taught by Brent Ehrlich\, Product & Materials Specialist\, and Paula Melton\, Editorial Director\, at BuildingGreen. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n • Participants will learn the carbon impacts of cement and the importance of low-carbon concrete.• Participants will learn about low-carbon concrete alternatives and how code changes can allow for their use.• Participants will learn about engineered wood products and their benefits and limitations.• Participants will learn about the current state of forest certifications and how our understanding of these is impacting wood’s embodied carbon. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by January 18th\, 2024\n The Express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#1148973 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Bri Tucker on Unsplash \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/embodied-carbon-in-concrete-and-wood/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/11/EmbodiedCarbonConcreteWood.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240229T110000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20240112T153215Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T154818Z UID:10001947-1709197200-1709204400@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Intro to Living Building Challenge DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis training course will provide an overview of the Living Building Challenge – a philosophy\, advocacy tool and certification program that addresses development at all scales. Students will understand the basic philosophy of the Living Building Challenge and key components of the program. They will be able to discuss the rationale for restorative design principles and identify and locate the resources provided by ILFI for deeper engagement. This primarily lecture-based course can be either in person or virtual. Building Practitioners and Owners wanting to engage in a regenerative future would benefit from this course. \nThis course is taught by Jim Newman\, Principal at Linnean Solutions. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 8th\, 2024\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 8th\, 2024 \nThe Express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#1131180 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Bernard Hermant on Unsplash URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/intro-to-living-building-challenge-2-29/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IntrotoLivingBuildingChallenege-1.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240304 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240305 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20230925T140945Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T194759Z UID:10001908-1709510400-1709596799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Consultant CPHC® Training (Phius) DESCRIPTION:Phase I: Complete prior to March 4th\n \n \n \n \n \n Self-guided content (allot 2-3 months\, 50-60 hours) \n \n \n \n \n \n Phase II: March 4th to March 15th\n \n \n \n \n \n (8) 3-Hour Live Online Sessions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThis training is intended for Architects and Engineers. CPHCs learn to design to the Phius Certification climate-specific building standard. Projects earning Phius certifications (Phius CORE\, Phius ZERO and Phius REVIVE) follow RESNET QA/QC protocols and achieve excellent HERS scores\, US Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home status\, and adhere to EPA indoor airPLUS requirements. \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. In order to be eligible for Express Program grant reimbursement\, an Express Program grant application must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the live-session start date\, and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. The cost of the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant Program\, and must be paid for out-of-pocket by the company. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Learn the principles of passive building design: heat transfer\, air-tightness\, thermal bridge free detailing\, super-insulation\, high-efficiency ventilation\, moisture control. \n2. Perform passive house verification using WUFI® Passive\, the next-generation dynamic modeling tool developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IBP and Owens Corning. \n3. Perform energy modeling by completing an entire project including energy balancing (static and dynamic). \n4. Implement high performance building science principles and passive house techniques in residential\, commercial\, and retrofit scenarios across all North American climate zones. \n5. Study built examples—including mechanical systems—for each North American climate zone. \n6. Learn about suitable materials and components available in local U.S. and Canadian markets\, and details for passive house applications according to climate. \n7. Learn the best air tightness strategies\, thermal bridge free detailing\, and how to evaluate your design in THERM. \n8. Learn how to assure quality and performance for your client from the design process through construction using Phius Certification and QA/QC. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Enrollment Structure: Phase I and Phase II \n Phase I Enrollment \nUpon registration and payment\, BE+ will send you a link to set up a PHIUS account and start the course on the PHIUS website. If you previously completed training through the Phius Training site\, sign into the Training site using your existing username and password \nYou will have access to the Phase I self-guided training materials for 12 months from your time of registration. This includes access to the Phase I Online Exam as well\, 1 of the 2 required exams for CPHC® certification. The online exam can be taken at a time of your choosing\, but must be completed within the 12 month window\, and must be completed in one sitting. Additional information about the exam can be found on the Phius training site. \nPhase I of the CPHC training comprises a series of pre-recorded online virtual sessions taught by expert instructors\, collected readings\, recommended resources\, and quizzes; altogether comprising about 50-60 hours of learning material. Enrollees have access to Phase I materials for 12 months. \nPhase II Enrollment \nThe second phase of CPHC training focuses on design exercises\, and WUFI Passive and THERM software training. Both Phase I and II are required to successfully complete the course and to be eligible to take the final exam. Phase II also includes group projects\, homework assignments and online tutorials. \nAll Phase II sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. Phase II consists of eight 3-hour instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. See Training Schedule below. \nExamYou will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. The exam is due 4 weeks after it opens\, and typically takes 20-25 hours to complete. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Phase I: Self-Guided ContentStart 6-8 weeks prior to Phase II start date \nPhase II: Live-Online ContentMarch 4th – 15th \nSession 1: Monday\, March 4th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 2: Tuesday\, \,March 5th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 3: Thursday\, March 7th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 4: Friday\, March 8th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 5: Monday\, March 11th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 6: Tuesday\, March 12th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 7: Thursday\, March 14th | 12:00-3:00pmSession 7: Friday\, March 15th | 12:00-3:00pm \nExam: You will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Phius is an AIA National\, International\, and Distance CES Provider.Phase I: Earn 50 LU/HSW unitsPhase II: Earn 24 LU/HSW units \nPhius CPHC Training is approved by GBCIEarn 32 CEU \nContinuing education credits are available from the Building Performance InstituteEarn 37.13 CE credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Phase II focuses on energy modeling using WUFI Passive Software. WUFI Passive requires Windows OS. If you use a Mac\, you must have a working copy of Windows installed. Mac users need to purchase and install VMWare Fusion\, Bootcamp\, or Parallels\, along with a Windows operating system. VMWare Fusion is recommended. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 12th\, 2024\n Grant deadline: February 12th \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Please note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,950.00 is eligible for grant funding. (The total course cost is $2\,100. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nThe Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nCourse ID#: C-2881Course provider: Built Environment PlusCourse cost: $1\,950.00Cost type: Tuition URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-consultant-cphc-training-phius-3-4/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CPHC-Training-bernard-hermant-unsplash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240307 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240308 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20240105T211711Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240410T152505Z UID:10001944-1709769600-1709855999@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Building with Purpose: Selecting Green Materials (Lunchtime Series) DESCRIPTION:(6) 1-hour lunchtime sessionsMarch 7th to April 18th\, Thursdays\nAbout the Class \n$200 off New COURSE DISCOUNT!Use the promo code: EduNew200off \nThis multi-session series highlights concepts and trends in green material selection and reviews tools available to find healthier\, lower-carbon products that are better for the environment and better for building occupants. Attendees will learn how to find greener products among the numerous material options\, databases\, certifications and rating systems. The series covers healthy materials concepts\, chemicals of concern\, and industry commitments; materials databases and documentation; embodied carbon; using materials selection to fulfill ESG commitments; and practical product selection for common products. This course will be held virtually and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThe course is taught by Brent Ehrlich\, LEED AP\, Product & Materials Specialist at BuildingGreen. Jill Maltby-Abbott\, AIA\, WELL AP\, LFA\, Director of Consulting\, Paula Melton\, Editorial Director\, and Candace Pearson\, Director of Integration\, from BuildingGreen will also be joining Brent on some sessions as co-instructors. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Sessions\n These lunchtime sessions are reduced versions of offerings in the BE+ Public Course Catalog. If you are interested in learning more\, reach out to us to attend the full session of each topic. \nIntroduction to Healthy MaterialsMarch 7th\, 2024 | 12 – 1pmThis session will introduce leading concerns across the building materials market and materials selection concepts and trends in optimizing product selection. \nBetter Materials Part 1March 14th\, 2024 | 12 – 1pmThis session will introduce materials selection concepts and trends including how material transparency concerns align with the A&D Material Pledge (adopted by the AIA). Part 1 looks generally at concerns (e.g. chemical hazards\, emissions\, and carbon) and how vetting is applied across design phases\, green building rating systems\, and even reporting frameworks for ESG. \nBetter Materials Part 2March 21st\, 2024 | 12 – 1pmThis session will introduce materials selection concepts and trends including how material transparency concerns align with the A&D Material Pledge (adopted by the AIA). Part 2 addresses the landscape of how teams validate optimized material claims\, including the landscape of certifications today\, disclosure documents\, other tools leveraged across industry pledges and commitments\, and reporting frameworks supporting ESG. \nEmbodied Carbon in Concrete and Wood IntroductionApril 4th\, 2024 | 12 – 1pm (Rescheduled from March 28th)This course looks at the carbon and environmental impacts of concrete and wood building materials\, how they have improved over the years\, and where they still fall short. The course will focus on concrete’s carbon emissions problem and solutions\, cement and concrete alternatives\, building code changes\, and wood building materials (including mass timber and other engineered products). Forestry’s carbon accounting and environmental impacts are complicated and in flux – the training will also dig into some of those challenges\, the state of forestry certifications\, and life-cycle data/EPDs. \nPractical Product Selection: Choosing Green Materials for Common ProductsApril 11th\, 2024 | 12 – 1pmHow do you find healthier\, lower-carbon products among the numerous material options\, rating systems\, databases\, and certifications? This course provides an overview of material choices in a couple of key product areas—insulation and resilient flooring in particular. Participants will learn the material health concerns of the product areas and will learn the basics of how to find better options. Built roughly around AIA’s Architecture and Design Materials Pledge framework\, the course is a first step towards learning about product selection. The methodologies learned can then be applied to other product areas. \nHealthy Materials: Lab 1 DemonstrationApril 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1pmIn this one-hour workshop\, attendees learn how information gleaned from healthy materials\, carbon\, and ESG workshops can be used to select better products in real-world applications. Product choices often require tradeoffs. This course helps attendees wade through the challenges of first cost\, value engineering\, few “like products\,” and more. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Earn 6 AIA LU/HSW unitsContinuing education credits are available from BE+\, reported for each 1-hour session attended. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Participants will be able to contextualize material health concerns and claims through understanding key areas of analysis like human health\, environmental health and carbon\, ecosystem health and sourcing\, circularity\, and social health and equity (which represent the vetting buckets of the Architecture & Design Materials Pledge with the AIA) and the certifications that verify achievement in each key area. \n2. Participants will learn how to find optimized products among the numerous material options\, databases\, and rating systems leveraging certifications\, ingredient disclosures\, and reporting. \n3. Participants will understand basic applicability of material vetting to ESG as project-specific materials vetting rolls up to portfolio level reporting. \n4. Participants will learn about ways to integrate material achievement across design and construction phases. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 15th\, 2024\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 15th\, 2024 \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Please note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \nExpress Grant Funding is only available for the full series. \nCourse ID#: C-7661Course provider: Built Environment PlusCourse cost: $525.00Cost type: Per trainee URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/building-with-purpose-selecting-green-materials-lunchtime-series/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/BuildingwithPurpose.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240311T130000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20240227T171126Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T173032Z UID:10001989-1710158400-1710162000@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:BE+ CONNECTS Office Hours DESCRIPTION:BE+ CONNECTS is the premier online tool for finding high-performance building professionals with proven project experience. Wondering how to best utilize it? How is it informing our upcoming Net Zero Report? Bring your questions to this hourlong lunch-and-learn where BE+ will give a tutorial of the platform and explain how we are using it to track net-zero projects across MA and the country. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/be-connects-office-hours/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/BEOfficeHours.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240321 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240322 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20240201T184914Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240221T152054Z UID:10001984-1710979200-1711065599@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius Certified Rater Training DESCRIPTION:March 21st and 22nd\, Two Full Day Sessions8:00 am – 5:00pm\, In person in Boston (location information below)\nPhius Certified Raters focus on single-family residential projects. The course is geared toward experienced RESNET and BPI professionals\, and provides grounding in passive building principles as well as a guide to onsite quality assurance for the Phius Certification program. This training is delivered live\, online over three days. Each session is three hours. Approximately 8 hours of self-guided material is provided before the first session for review. Training is open to all. Knowledge of HERs rating practices\, and experience with Energy Star Homes\, Indoor airPLUS and DOE ZERH Programs is helpful. Those who wish to pursue certification after training must meet the certification exam prerequisites\, apply for the certification exam\, and be approved to complete the exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Location Details\n New Ecology294 Washington St.\, Suite 830Boston\, MA 02108 \nWhen attendees arrive\, take the elevator to the 8th floor. Upon exiting the elevator\, the entrance is to the left. The door will be locked prior to the course starting. \nThis is a two-day\, in person training being held at New Ecology’s Boston office on March 21st and 22nd from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm. Lunch will be provided on both days\, and there will be a site visit on the afternoon of March 22nd included in the training. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will gain the knowledge needed to: \nIdentify Phius design strategies \nIdentify Phius mechanical/ventilation systems \nPerform on-site QA and integration of prerequisite programs; Energy Star Homes\, Indoor airPLUS and DOE ZERH \nPerform site inspection and testing protocols and Phius Certification deliverables \nSubmit a Phius project for certification \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by February 29th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# C-3770 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Luke Chesser on Unsplash. \n  URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-rater-training-3-21/ LOCATION:New Ecology\, 294 Washington Street Suite 830\, Boston\, MA\, 02108\, United States CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/PhiusCertifiedRaterTraining.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T120000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240402T160000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220618 CREATED:20240111T170023Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240307T182527Z UID:10001946-1712059200-1712073600@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Introduction to the Ladybug Toolkit DESCRIPTION:(2) 4-hour sessions April 2nd and April 4th\nAbout the Class \nThis is an introductory course for building industry professionals that covers the most practical early design studies with Ladybug Tools and the overall philosophy of a flexible software toolkit. Participants will learn how to import and analyze weather data to answer specific design questions; create interactive climate visualizations that illustrate particular findings; set up custom geometry analyses to inform the decision making process; and customize the display of results to effectively communicate them to others. This course is useful for participants of all experience levels. This class is held virtually and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \n This course is taught by Chris Mackey\, Co-Founder of Ladybug Tools. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 12th\, 2024\n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 12th\, 2024 \nThe Express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#1131363 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo by Zan on Unsplash URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/introduction-to-the-ladybug-toolkit/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/IntroductionLadybugToolkit.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240408 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240409 DTSTAMP:20260407T220619 CREATED:20230929T101903Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240304T194859Z UID:10001910-1712534400-1712620799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Consultant CPHC® Training (Phius) DESCRIPTION:Phase I: Complete prior to April 8th\n \n \n \n \n \n Self-guided content (allot 2-3 months\, 50-60 hours) \n \n \n \n \n \n Phase II: April 8th to April 18th\n \n \n \n \n \n (8) 3-Hour Live Online Sessions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThis training is intended for Architects and Engineers. CPHCs learn to design to the Phius Certification climate-specific building standard. Projects earning Phius certifications (Phius CORE\, Phius ZERO and Phius REVIVE) follow RESNET QA/QC protocols and achieve excellent HERS scores\, US Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home status\, and adhere to EPA indoor airPLUS requirements. \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. In order to be eligible for Express Program grant reimbursement\, an Express Program grant application must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the live-session start date\, and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. The cost of the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant Program\, and must be paid for out-of-pocket by the company. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Learn the principles of passive building design: heat transfer\, air-tightness\, thermal bridge free detailing\, super-insulation\, high-efficiency ventilation\, moisture control. \n2. Perform passive house verification using WUFI® Passive\, the next-generation dynamic modeling tool developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IBP and Owens Corning. \n3. Perform energy modeling by completing an entire project including energy balancing (static and dynamic). \n4. Implement high performance building science principles and passive house techniques in residential\, commercial\, and retrofit scenarios across all North American climate zones. \n5. Study built examples—including mechanical systems—for each North American climate zone. \n6. Learn about suitable materials and components available in local U.S. and Canadian markets\, and details for passive house applications according to climate. \n7. Learn the best air tightness strategies\, thermal bridge free detailing\, and how to evaluate your design in THERM. \n8. Learn how to assure quality and performance for your client from the design process through construction using Phius Certification and QA/QC. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Enrollment Structure: Phase I and Phase II \n Phase I Enrollment \nUpon registration and payment\, BE+ will send you a link to set up a PHIUS account and start the course on the PHIUS website. If you previously completed training through the Phius Training site\, sign into the Training site using your existing username and password \nYou will have access to the Phase I self-guided training materials for 12 months from your time of registration. This includes access to the Phase I Online Exam as well\, 1 of the 2 required exams for CPHC® certification. The online exam can be taken at a time of your choosing\, but must be completed within the 12 month window\, and must be completed in one sitting. Additional information about the exam can be found on the Phius training site. \nPhase I of the CPHC training comprises a series of pre-recorded online virtual sessions taught by expert instructors\, collected readings\, recommended resources\, and quizzes; altogether comprising about 50-60 hours of learning material. Enrollees have access to Phase I materials for 12 months. \nPhase II Enrollment \nThe second phase of CPHC training focuses on design exercises\, and WUFI Passive and THERM software training. Both Phase I and II are required to successfully complete the course and to be eligible to take the final exam. Phase II also includes group projects\, homework assignments and online tutorials. \nAll Phase II sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. Phase II consists of eight 3-hour instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. See Training Schedule below. \nExamYou will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. The exam is due 4 weeks after it opens\, and typically takes 20-25 hours to complete. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Phase I: Self-Guided ContentStart 6-8 weeks prior to Phase II start date \nPhase II: Live-Online ContentApril 8th – 18th \nSession 1: Monday\, April 8th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 2: Tuesday\, April 9th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 3: Wednesday\, April 10th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 4: Thursday\, April 11th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 5: Monday\, April 15th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 6: Tuesday\, April 16th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 7: Wednesday\, April 17th | 7:00-10:00pmSession 7: Thursday\, April 18th | 7:00-10:00pm \nExam: You will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Phius is an AIA National\, International\, and Distance CES Provider.Phase I: Earn 50 LU/HSW unitsPhase II: Earn 24 LU/HSW units \nPhius CPHC Training is approved by GBCIEarn 32 CEU \nContinuing education credits are available from the Building Performance InstituteEarn 37.13 CE credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Phase II focuses on energy modeling using WUFI Passive Software. WUFI Passive requires Windows OS. If you use a Mac\, you must have a working copy of Windows installed. Mac users need to purchase and install VMWare Fusion\, Bootcamp\, or Parallels\, along with a Windows operating system. VMWare Fusion is recommended. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 18th\, 2024\n Grant deadline: March 18th \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Please note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,950.00 is eligible for grant funding. (The total course cost is $2\,100. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nThe Express Grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nCourse ID#: C-2542Course provider: Built Environment PlusCourse cost: $1\,950.00Cost type: Tuition URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-consultant-cphc-training-phius-4-8/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2021/11/CPHC-Training-bernard-hermant-unsplash.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240416T154500 DTSTAMP:20260407T220619 CREATED:20240329T184418Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240409T200747Z UID:10002002-1713279600-1713282300@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Information Session: Solar Decathlon Professionals Training DESCRIPTION:Learn more about the MA Net Zero Cohort: Solar Decathlon Professionals Training starting in June. Join us for this virtual info session. Chris Schaffner (the instructor) will provide an overview of the training and answer any questions that you have. We expect this training to fill quickly so don’t miss out! \nAbout the TrainingThe Solar Decathlon Professionals Training is designed to provide mid-career building industry professionals\, facility managers\, and higher education faculty with an opportunity to further develop their building science expertise and gain practical experience designing zero-energy projects. \nThe training includes:• 10 live weekly sessions\, Thursdays 3:30-5:00pm\, June 18th – August 27th• On-demand building science education sessions• A project activity \nWeekly course topics include high-performance project planning and goal setting; passive design; zero energy building; building envelopes; HVAC systems; lighting; plug loads; life cycle analysis; retrofits; and renewable energy. \nThis course is taught by Chris Schaffner\, PE\, LEED Fellow\, WELL Faculty\, from The Green Engineer. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/information-session-solar-decathlon-professionals-training/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Carbon & Energy,Courses,D.E.B Alliance ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/MASolarInfoSession.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240418 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240419 DTSTAMP:20260407T220619 CREATED:20240206T145720Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240227T140149Z UID:10001986-1713398400-1713484799@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Certified Passive House Designer (PHI) Training DESCRIPTION:About the Class \nThis course provides tools\, techniques and tips for how to build via passive house principles for all building types\, diving into Passive House building concepts and building a foundation of knowledge and skills to integrate PHI building design standards into building projects. This course is specifically designed to teach the international Passive House Standard (PHI) to design and construction professionals in the U.S. and is required prior to taking the CPHD/C professional certification exam. It can be held online or in person\, and is a combination of presentation and discussion. \nThis 8 week training includes live online training and Q&A sessions and followed by 4 to 5 weeks of exam prep. Trainees who successfully complete the training are eligible to take the certification exam the final week of the course. Additional course materials including access to the on-demand Using PHPP in Passive House Design and Certification course\, Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license\, and supplemental exam preparation materials are also provided. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nBackground photo above is by Steve Pancrate on Unsplash. \n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n By the end of this course\, participants will be able to: \nOutline the basic building science principles of the Passive House Standard. \nDetermine strategies for implementing the principles in both design and construction phases. \nDescribe the role of the Passive House energy model and its relationship to component selection\, detailing and execution. \nExplain basic energy calculations based on typical building assemblies. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Week 1 & 2: Modules 1 & 2April 18th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Kickoff \nWeek 3: Module 3 – 5May 2nd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 4: Modules 6May 9th\, 2024 | 12 – 3 PM ET Webinar 1 & Access Exam Prep Modules \nWeek 5: Modules 7 – 9May 16th\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 6: Module 10 – 12May 23rd\, 2024 | 12 – 1 PM ET Q&A Session \nWeek 7: Module 13Week of May 27th\, 2024 \nWeek 8: Module 14June 6th\, 2024 | 12 – 3PM ET Webinar 2 \nWeek 9: Module 15Week of June 10th\, 2024 \nWeek 10: Review Exam Prep ModulesWeek of June 17th\, 2024 \nWeek 11: Exam ReviewJune 27th\, 2024 | 12 – 2PM ET \nWeek 12: Tech SetupJuly 1st\, 2024 | 10 AM – 11 AM ET \nWeek 13: PHI CPHD/C Live-Online ExamJuly 9th\, 2024 | 10 AM – 1 PM ET \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Live-Online courses require a personal computer or laptop with a good internet connection\, speed\, and audio listening capabilities. A web-camera is preferred for Live-Online sessions. Preferred web browsers are Firefox\, Chrome\, or Chromium-based browsers. \nA Passive House Planning Package (PHPP) software individual license is provided. \nFor PHN On-Demand courses all lessons\, topics\, and quizzes must be marked complete; any required webinars must be attended; and the post-training survey must be completed. For In-Person & Live-Online multi-day courses\, no more than 2 hours can be missed to receive a course completion certificate. This course will prepare you for PHI’s Certified Passive House Designer / Consultant exam. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n 35 AIA LU/HSW credits & certificate of completion. AIA credits for Live-Online and In-Person Sessions will be reported to AIA by Passive House Network (PHN) if a participant provides their AIA number during registration. All other participants can use the certificate of completion to report continuing education credits either to AIA\, or other agencies that recognize the AIA CE credits. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by March 28th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nThe total cost for the course is $2\,295. $1400 is covered by the Express Grant\, and an additional $895 fee for on-demand course materials and the certification exam is not covered by the Express Grant and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID# C-2881 URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/certified-passive-house-designer-phi-training-4-18/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2023/02/CPHD.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T150000 DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20240502T170000 DTSTAMP:20260407T220619 CREATED:20240321T141012Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240412T182951Z UID:10001999-1714662000-1714669200@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Passive House 101: An Introduction to Passive Buildings DESCRIPTION:In this course\, we will provide an overview of the Passive House building standard including certification metrics\, common design elements\, and net-zero potential\, as well as the impacts Passive House has on carbon and health. Examples of various building types will be presented and information on funding opportunities will be provided. Get your questions answered on what Passive House is and how to achieve it\, and see how it is expanding throughout the state and region. Both standards will be discussed. \nThis course is taught by Aaron Gunderson\, Executive Director of Passive House Massachusetts. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n • Learn what the Passive House standard is and what the requirements are. • Learn about design & construction elements of success projects. • Learn about the energy\, carbon\, and health benefits of PH buildings. • Learn from examples of built projects in the region. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by April 11th\, 2024\n The express grant is designed to help businesses of all sizes respond quickly to emerging needs and keep employees engaged. With bite-size grants for just-in-time training and no waiting periods between grants\, the Express program is the Workforce Training Fund’s fastest path to funding. \nYou could take this training for FREE. Complete an Express Grant Application. \nCourse ID#: C-2571 \n \n \n \n \n \n \n\n\n\n\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n Background photo above is of Finch Cambridge taken by Anthony Crisafulli for Icon Architecture URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/passive-house-101-an-introduction-to-passive-buildings-5-2/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/03/PH101-3FinchCambridge_AnthonyCrisafulli-01.png END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20240514 DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20240515 DTSTAMP:20260407T220619 CREATED:20240202T151342Z LAST-MODIFIED:20240325T205312Z UID:10001985-1715644800-1715731199@builtenvironmentplus.org SUMMARY:Phius CPHC® Training New England Cohort (Virtual) DESCRIPTION:Phase I: Complete prior to May 14th\n \n \n \n \n \n Self-guided content (allot 2-3 months\, 50-60 hours) \n \n \n \n \n \n Phase II: May 14th to May 24th\n \n \n \n \n \n (6) 4-Hour Live Online Sessions \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About the ClassThis virtual training is intended for Architects and Engineers. CPHCs learn to design to the Phius Certification climate-specific building standard. Projects earning Phius certifications (Phius CORE\, Phius ZERO and Phius REVIVE) follow RESNET QA/QC protocols and achieve excellent HERS scores\, US Department of Energy Zero Energy Ready Home status\, and adhere to EPA indoor airPLUS requirements. \nInstructorsThis New England based cohort will be led by Prudence Ferreira of Thornton Tomasetti\, and Chris West of Eco Houses VT. \nGrant Funding Available (also see pulldown section below)Express Grant Eligibility: An Express Program grant application must be submitted by April 22nd and attendees must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius\, to receive the grant reimbursement.MassSave: Companies of all sizes are eligible for a 50% reimbursement for Phius or PHI accreditation trainings for up to two MA professionals per company per training. \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n About Phius\n Phius (Passive House Institute US) trains and certifies professionals\, maintains the Phius climate-specific passive building standard\, certifies and quality assures passive buildings\, certifies high-performance building products and conducts research to advance high-performance building. Phius established the CPHC program in 2008 to distinguish accomplished passive building professionals in the marketplace. CPHC ® is a registered certification mark of Phius used with permission. \n \n \n \n \n \n Learning Objectives\n 1. Learn the principles of passive building design: heat transfer\, air-tightness\, thermal bridge free detailing\, super-insulation\, high-efficiency ventilation\, moisture control. \n2. Perform passive house verification using WUFI® Passive\, the next-generation dynamic modeling tool developed in partnership with Fraunhofer IBP and Owens Corning. \n3. Perform energy modeling by completing an entire project including energy balancing (static and dynamic). \n4. Implement high performance building science principles and passive house techniques in residential\, commercial\, and retrofit scenarios across all North American climate zones. \n5. Study built examples—including mechanical systems—for each North American climate zone. \n6. Learn about suitable materials and components available in local U.S. and Canadian markets\, and details for passive house applications according to climate. \n7. Learn the best air tightness strategies\, thermal bridge free detailing\, and how to evaluate your design in THERM. \n8. Learn how to assure quality and performance for your client from the design process through construction using Phius Certification and QA/QC. \n \n \n \n \n \n Course Enrollment Structure: Phase I and Phase II \n Phase I Enrollment \nUpon registration and payment\, BE+ will send you a link to set up a PHIUS account and start the course on the PHIUS website. If you previously completed training through the Phius Training site\, sign into the Training site using your existing username and password \nYou will have access to the Phase I self-guided training materials for 12 months from your time of registration. This includes access to the Phase I Online Exam as well\, 1 of the 2 required exams for CPHC® certification. The online exam can be taken at a time of your choosing\, but must be completed within the 12 month window\, and must be completed in one sitting. Additional information about the exam can be found on the Phius training site. \nPhase I of the CPHC training comprises a series of pre-recorded online virtual sessions taught by expert instructors\, collected readings\, recommended resources\, and quizzes; altogether comprising about 50-60 hours of learning material. Enrollees have access to Phase I materials for 12 months. \nPhase II Enrollment \nThe second phase of CPHC training focuses on design exercises\, and WUFI Passive and THERM software training. Both Phase I and II are required to successfully complete the course and to be eligible to take the final exam. Phase II also includes group projects\, homework assignments and online tutorials. \nAll Phase II sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. Phase II consists of six 4-hour instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. \nExamYou will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. The exam is due 4 weeks after it opens\, and typically takes 20-25 hours to complete. \n \n \n \n \n \n Training Schedule\n Join your New England local peers and colleagues in a special 6-session format of the CPHC Phase II Training. \nPhase I: Self-Guided ContentStart 6-8 weeks prior to Phase II start date \nPhase II: Live-Online ContentMay 14th – 24th \nSession 1: Tuesday\, May 14th | 1:00-5:00pmSession 2: Wednesday\, May 15th | 1:00-5:00pmSession 3: Friday\, May 17th | 1:00-5:00pmSession 4: Tuesday\, May 21st | 1:00-5:00pmSession 5: Wednesday\, May 22nd | 1:00-5:00pmSession 6: Friday\, May 24th | 1:00-5:00pm \nExam: You will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of your Phase II session. \n \n \n \n \n \n Education Credits\n Phius is an AIA National\, International\, and Distance CES Provider.Phase I: Earn 50 LU/HSW unitsPhase II: Earn 24 LU/HSW units \nPhius CPHC Training is approved by GBCIEarn 32 CEU \nContinuing education credits are available from the Building Performance InstituteEarn 37.13 CE credits \n \n \n \n \n \n Technology and Course Requirements\n Phase II focuses on energy modeling using WUFI Passive Software. WUFI Passive requires Windows OS. If you use a Mac\, you must have a working copy of Windows installed. Mac users need to purchase and install VMWare Fusion\, Bootcamp\, or Parallels\, along with a Windows operating system. VMWare Fusion is recommended. \n \n \n \n \n \n Funding Grants Available: Submit by April 22nd\, 2024\n Express Grant deadline: April 22nd \nEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Please note that you must submit an Express Grant application minimum of 21 days out from the live training start date and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. Complete an Express Grant application here. \n$1\,950.00 is eligible for Express Grant funding. (The total course cost is $2\,100. $150 is the cost of the exam and must be paid out-of-pocket by the company). \nExpress Grant Course ID#: C-2542Course provider: Built Environment PlusCourse cost: $1\,950.00Cost type: Tuition \nMassSave FundingCompanies of all sizes are eligible for a 50% reimbursement for Phius or PHI accreditation trainings for up to two MA professionals per company per training. Reimbursement is contingent upon successful accreditation. Apply for MassSave funding. URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-passive-house-consultant-cphc-training-5-14/ LOCATION:Virtual Event CATEGORIES:Courses ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/02/MACohort.png END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR