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SUMMARY:TEDI Modeling
DESCRIPTION:About the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code Training SeriesLearn more about the MA Stretch Energy Code envelope requirements. Built Environment Plus has collaborated with AIA Massachusetts and the Sponsors of Mass Save® to develop this brand new series for mid-level architects\, engineers\, sustainability consultants\, envelope consultants and contractors. Attend one\, multiple\, or all sessions depending on your training needs. \nAbout the Session: TEDI ModelingThis session will review the method and best practices of conducting a Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI) model as required for compliance with the Stretch Energy Code. Case studies and lessons learned from permitted buildings will be used to demonstrate model results and balancing adjustments to design through the design process to reach a final compliant model. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Trainees who provide their AIA Member number with registration will earn 2 AIA LU | HSW learning units for this training. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Chris Schaffner and Prachi Sharma with The Green Engineer.  \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				Chris Schaffner\, PE\, LEED Fellow\, is the founder and CEO of The Green Engineer\, Inc. For over 36 years\, Chris has been involved in many projects incorporating energy efficiency and sustainability across many building types\, ranging from high-rise office buildings to small-scale multi-family residential. Chris serves on the Stretch Energy Code Technical Advisory Committee\, among other advisory committees and working groups.\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				Prachi Sharma\, LEED AP BD+C\, joined The Green Engineer in 2019\, as a Building Performance Analyst. Her expertise lies in using modeling and analysis techniques to help teams optimize building performance. Prachi has prior experience in the world of utility incentives and is passionate about helping teams achieve high performance building design\, incorporating elements of sustainability and green building together.\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Series Sessions\n				TEDI Modeling\nThis session will review the method and best practices of conducting a Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI) model as required for compliance with the Stretch Energy Code.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 1: Exploring the Basics \nThis session will explore the prescriptive envelope requirements of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code\, methods for determining u-factors of assemblies\, and how to calculate the component performance calculation.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 2: Derating New Construction\nThis session will explain thermal bridge types\, how to derate for each one\, and how to perform calculations to determine the u-factor of an assembly accounting for the derating.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 3: Derating Existing Buildings\nThis session will build upon Part 2 with a focus on existing buildings. \nSpecifying Your Building Envelope to Meet the New Mass Energy Code\nThis session will cover some common project types and focus on what to do early in the project to successfully meet new building envelope requirements in your specifications. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session Learning Objectives\n				1. Describe the Targeted Performance Pathway (TEDI)\, and the metrics involved.2. Understand when the TEDI pathway will need to be followed as an option to comply with the new MA Stretch Energy Code.3. Identify the key elements of modeling\, interpreting results\, and strategies to leverage to comply with TEDI limits.4. Utilize lessons learned from case studies to apply to other projects. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing Bundle Available\n				Register for one\, multiple\, or all five sessions in the series. A discount bundle is available to attend all five sessions. Visit the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code Training Series page for details and instructions to register for multiple sessions. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Funding Grants Available: Grant deadline for TEDI Modeling has passed\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-11531Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $175.00/trainee \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRefer to the main training page for grant deadlines for each session.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/tedi-modeling-stretchcode-training-11-05/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:AIA MA Stretch Code,Courses
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241107T120000
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UID:42396-1730980800-1730984400@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Health & Wellness Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Health and Wellness Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to healthy buildings.\nReach out to wellness@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \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				\n				\n				\n				\n				Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/health-and-wellness-roundtable-11-7/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Health & Wellness,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241119T170000
DTSTAMP:20241104T164937Z
CREATED:20240930T201733Z
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UID:43624-1732028400-1732035600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Stretch Energy Code Envelope Part 1: Exploring the Basics
DESCRIPTION:About the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code Training SeriesLearn more about the MA Stretch Energy Code envelope requirements. Built Environment Plus has collaborated with AIA Massachusetts and the Sponsors of Mass Save® to develop this brand new series for mid-level architects\, engineers\, sustainability consultants\, envelope consultants and contractors. Attend one\, multiple\, or all sessions depending on your training needs. \nAbout the Session: Stretch Energy Code Envelope Part 1In order to reach the net zero emissions goals of Massachusetts\, designers need to focus on the key role the envelope plays in load reduction. This starts with the passive design principles of air tightness\, continuous high thermal layer\, and condensation control. This session will explain the prescriptive envelope requirements of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code\, detail the methods for determining u-factors of assemblies\, and demonstrate calculating the component performance calculation. While some portions of this course may be applicable to low-rise residential buildings\, the course will focus on commercial and multifamily buildings that fall under the 225 CMR 23.00 code. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Trainees who provide their AIA Member number with registration will earn 2 AIA LU | HSW learning units for this training. \nThis is a live\, online training led by Andrew Steingiser and Luc Nahrgang with RDH Building Science Inc; Kate Bubriski with Arrowstreet; Kristen Fritsch with Elkus Manfredi Architects; and Alison Nash with Sasaki. \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				Andrew Steingiser\, RA\, CPHC\, LEED AP\, is the Passive House lead in RDH’s Boston office and a Senior Project Architect. Andrew engages building owners and design teams as an early-phase design partner\, consulting with them on scalable climate-resilient solutions. He champions operational and embodied carbon reduction of the built environment through clean\, resilient\, and future-proof buildings. An expert on local and regional regulations\, Andrew helps RDH’s clients future proof their projects. \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				Lucas Narhgang\, PE\, is a Principal and Building Science Specialist with the RDH Boston team. He is a Principal for both new construction and existing buildings projects\, including rehabilitation and renewal projects for existing buildings and enclosure consulting and building enclosure commissioning (BECx) on new construction. Lucas performs a variety of services on these projects\, including enclosure design review\, detail development\, performance specifying\, construction review\, and field troubleshooting. \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				Kate Bubriski\, AIA\, CPHC\, LEED AP BD+C\, Fitwel Ambassador\, is a Principal and Director of Sustainability & Building Performance with Arrowstreet. Over the last twenty years\, Kate has completed numerous high-performing buildings\, working with clients to ensure building performance simultaneously creates social\, health\, environmental\, and economic benefits. She is a national leader in net zero energy\, embodied carbon\, building certifications\, materials evaluation\, and occupant engagement. \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				Kristen Fritsch AIA\, LEED AP BD+C\, WELL AP\, is Director of Sustainability with Elkus Manfredi Architects. Kristen is an architect with 25 years of experience in design and sustainability. She is part of the QAQC Steering committee for the firm-wide QAQC group focusing on understanding the new energy codes and leading efforts to develop new tools to calculate envelope derating and creating and delivering the firm’s internal education series.   \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				Alison Nash\, AIA\, LEED AP ID+C\, CPHC\, WELL AP\, is an Associate and Sustainability Coordinator with Sasaki. Alison inspires integrated design teams to deliver sustainable design outcomes for a wide-range of projects that include planning\, urban design\, landscape\, ecology\, architecture\, and interiors. In addition\, Alison guides and contributes to workflows and analysis tools to lower embodied and operational carbon and to advance healthy material selections across Sasaki’s built projects. Alison is a contributor and technical advisor for Sasaki’s Carbon Conscience open source tool. \n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Series Sessions\n				TEDI ModelingThis session will review the method and best practices of conducting a Thermal Energy Demand Intensity (TEDI) model as required for compliance with the Stretch Energy Code.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 1: Exploring the Basics This session will explore the prescriptive envelope requirements of the 2023 Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code\, methods for determining u-factors of assemblies\, and how to calculate the component performance calculation.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 2: Derating New ConstructionThis session will explain thermal bridge types\, how to derate for each one\, and how to perform calculations to determine the u-factor of an assembly accounting for the derating.  \nStretch Energy Code Envelope Part 3: Derating Existing BuildingsThis session will build upon Part 2 with a focus on existing buildings. \nSpecifying Your Building Envelope to Meet the New Mass Energy CodeThis session will cover some common project types and focus on what to do early in the project to successfully meet new building envelope requirements in your specifications. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Session Learning Objectives\n				1. Define U-value\, thermal bridging and understand the difference between nominal\, clear-field and derated U-values.2. Understand prescriptive pathway limitations and the triggers for the component performance alternative.3. Demonstrate derating exercise for the purposes of prescriptive code compliance\, as well as the component performance alternative.4. Become familiar with resources and tools for calculating derating per the Stretch Code.5. Understand considerations for increased insulation in wall assemblies with regard to building physics.6. Examine examples of documentation of Stretch Code requirements in Architectural drawing sets and specifications.7. Understand the role of Comcheck among the component performance alternative and energy modeling requirements. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Pricing Bundle Available\n				Register for one\, multiple\, or all five sessions in the series. A discount bundle is available to attend all five sessions. Visit the Massachusetts Stretch Energy Code Training Series page for details and instructions to register for multiple sessions. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Funding Grants Available: Submit by October 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-11528Course Provider: Built Environment PlusCourse Cost: $79.00 per course per trainee \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts\, W-2 employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training date. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement. \nRefer to the main training page for grant deadlines for each session.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/stretchcode-series-part1-training-11-19/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:AIA MA Stretch Code,Courses
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SUMMARY:Women in Green Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:The BE+ Women in Green Roundtable is a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to collaborate as Women in the industry.\nReach out to womeningreen@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \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				Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/women-in-green-roundtable-11-20/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Roundtable,Women in Green
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T160000
DTSTAMP:20241105T033341Z
CREATED:20240116T173518Z
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UID:42440-1732201200-1732204800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Carbon & Energy Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Join the BE+ Carbon and Energy Roundtable\, a venue for architects\, designers\, construction managers\, and sustainability professionals to discuss issues related to carbon and energy in buildings.\nThis BE+ Carbon and Energy Roundtable will explore the complexities of creating Campus Decarbonization Roadmaps. The discussion will address how to get started when clients are struggling to develop their roadmaps\, team dynamics\, and the critical stakeholders involved. The session will also highlight the differing objectives between public and private institutions\, examining the balance between full decarbonization and hybrid plans based on available capital. This interactive session encourages participants to share experiences\, ask questions\, and collaborate on actionable solutions for developing effective decarbonization master plans. \nReach out to carbonenergy@builtenvironmentplus.org with any inquiries\, questions\, or concerns. \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				\n				\n				\n				\n				Roundtables are FREE for Built Environment Plus Members. \nNew to the Roundtables? Join as a Newcomer\, and come visit up to 3 times for FREE. After that\, consider becoming a BE+ Member\, or purchase general admission to return as you like.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/carbon-energy-roundtable-11-21/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
CATEGORIES:Carbon & Energy,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241121T190000
DTSTAMP:20241014T225807Z
CREATED:20240131T184119Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241014T225807Z
UID:42608-1732210200-1732215600@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Emerging Professionals Roundtable
DESCRIPTION:Emerging Professionals Roundtable\n				Time: 5:30pm – 7:00pm | Location: Buro Happold\, 11 Beacon St. #400\, Boston\, MA 02108 \nJoin the BE+ Emerging Professionals Community for our monthly Roundtable. We will discuss upcoming Emerging Professionals events\, and network over pizza and drinks. Registration is free for BE+ Members and Emerging Professionals. \nBuro Happold will be hosting on November 21st\, 2024.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/emerging-professionals-roundtable-11-21/
CATEGORIES:Emerging Professionals,Roundtable
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20241130T173000
DTSTAMP:20241022T165124Z
CREATED:20240923T200726Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241022T165124Z
UID:43596-1732986000-1732987800@builtenvironmentplus.org
SUMMARY:Phius Certified Consultant (CPHC) Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is composed of two phases: 50-60 hours of self-guided content (Phase I) to be completed ahead of attending 8\, 3-hour live online training sessions (Phase II).\nRegistrants will receive access to self-guided (Phase I) content on December 2nd. With this access\, registrants will also be able to select a live (Phase II) training from a list of upcoming sessions scheduled by Phius. See Upcoming Phase II Sessions below for session options. \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. \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				Enrollment and Training Structure: Phase I and Phase II \n				Registration for this training occurs on a monthly basis. On the first business day following the registration deadline\, registrants will receive instructions via email to gain access to self-guided content (Phase I) and select a live online (Phase II) session. Access to Phase I materials cannot be shared ahead of the registration deadline. \nPhius recommends choosing a Phase II start date that is at least 3-5 months after starting Phase I. See Upcoming Phase II Sessions below for upcoming Phase II sessions. \nPhase IPhase 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. \nRegistrants will have access to the Phase I self-guided training materials for 12 months from the time of registration through Phius. 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 IIThe second phase of the 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. Phase II consists of eight 3-hour instructor-led training sessions across 2 weeks followed by a design exam. \nExamRegistrants will be enrolled in the Phase II Design Exam that opens at the end of their 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				Upcoming Phase II Sessions\n				December 9 – 20\, 2024 | M T Th F | 12:00-3:00 PM Eastern \nJanuary 21 – 31\, 2025 | T W Th F / M T Th F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nFebruary 17 – 28\, 2025 | M T Th F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nMarch 17 – 28\, 2025 | M T Th F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nAll Phase II sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. \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				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 November 9th\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. Complete an Express Grant application here. \nCourse provider: Built Environment PlusCourse ID#: C-2542Course cost: $1\,950 per trainee* \n*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. \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training registration deadline\, and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement.
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SUMMARY:Phius Certified Builder (CPHB) Training
DESCRIPTION:This training is composed of 8 hours of self-guided content to be completed ahead of attending 8\, 3-hour live online training sessions.\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Registrants will receive access to self-guided content on December 2nd. With this access\, registrants will also be able to select a live online training from a list of upcoming sessions scheduled by Phius. See Upcoming Live Sessions below for session options. \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				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n			\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				About the ClassThe 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. \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				Enrollment and Training Structure\n				Registration for this training occurs on a monthly basis. On the first business day following the registration deadline\, registrants will receive instructions via email to gain access to self-guided content and select a live online session. Access to self-guided materials cannot be shared ahead of the registration deadline.\n\nPart 1\nSelf-paced online learning modules (roughly 8 hours) \nPart 2\nLive instruction delivered in eight\, 3-hour sessions over 2 weeks (24 hours). See Upcoming Live Sessions below for session options. \nProfessional exam: Starts after live instruction\, 4 weeks to complete\n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Upcoming Live Sessions\n				December 2 – 13\, 2024 | Online | M T Th F | 2:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern \nJanuary 13 – 24\, 2025 | Online | M T Th F / T W Th F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nFebruary 18 – 28\, 2025 | Online | T W Th F / M T W Th | 2:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern \nMarch 31 – April 11\, 2025 | Online | M T Th F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nApril 28 – May 9\, 2025 | Online | M T W F | 2:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern \nJune 2 – 13\, 2025 | Online | M T Th F / M T W F | 12:00 – 3:00 PM Eastern \nJuly 21 – August 1\, 2025 | Online | M T Th F | 2:00 – 5:00 PM Eastern \nAll sessions will be held live online unless otherwise noted. \n			\n				\n				\n				\n				\n				Funding Grants Available: Submit by November 9th\, 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. Complete an Express Grant application here. \nCourse provider: Built Environment PlusCourse ID#: C-4262Course cost: $1\,950 per trainee* \n*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. \nExpress Grant EligibilityEmployers with 100 or fewer Massachusetts employees are eligible to receive Express Program grants. Express Program grant applications must be submitted no fewer than 21 days before the training registration deadline\, and you must register for the course through BE+\, not Phius. \nThe contracting period of approved Express Grants begins 21 days after the grant application date and ends one year from this date. All training must be completed within the contract period to be eligible for reimbursement.
URL:https://builtenvironmentplus.org/event/phius-certified-builder-cphb-training-2024-11-30/
LOCATION:Virtual Event
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