October 08, 2018
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Request for Energy Reach Code Cost Effectiveness Study for T24 2019 - Due October 22
Energy “reach codes” are local ordinances that support energy efficiency and Climate Action Plans by strengthening building energy requirements. Many cities are researching options to better encourage electrification, efficiency, and renewable energy. Prior to adopting local energy requirements, state law requires a public finding that the proposal is cost-effective. Staff from San Francisco, Marin County, Sonoma County, Santa Monica, and Berkeley – with input from BayREN and NRDC – have developed a joint request for the Statewide Codes and Standards program to develop provide a Title 24 2019 Reach Code Cost Effectiveness Report.
The requested study could be referenced to support the adoption of a range of reach codes under T24 2019, such as:
A reach code that provides a choice between all-electric or very-efficient mixed fuel – similar to reach codes adopted by Palo Alto and Marin County under T24 2016.
All-electric only, an option that several city councils have requested information about.
Please:
Review the request: http://bit.ly/T242019_reach_request_Sept28
Confirm you support the request for the study: https://goo.gl/forms/22i28iVGWygEnlsB2
The analysis would be completed at no cost or obligation to local governments; utility ratepayer funds are available for this purpose – they just need a clear request. The more local governments support the request, the clearer the case for investing in the study.
Downey Building Operator Certification
Building Operator Certification (BOC) is a professional credential in energy efficiency that employers across the country recognize and reward. today, thousands of BOC-trained engineers and technicians are on the job, saving energy and money. Building operators reduce their annual utility costs by instituting energy conservation practiced they learned through BOC training and certification.
Register now for the Downey BOC level I course. Class begins on Tuesday, October 30, 2018.
Discounted tuition is offered to local governments. Contact Melanie Danuser (melanie.danuser@neec.net) for more information.
News
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How a new California law will expand the state’s competitive energy market
California energy storage subsidy extension signed into law
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Alabama inventor creates 'power for the people'
After dozens of gas explosions, a community looks for alternatives to natural gas
High carbon dioxide levels cause plants to thicken their leaves, could worsen climate change effects
Opinion:California’s next governor must prioritize clean energy economy
Opinion: Will the CPUC reject illegal cost shifts onto millions of Californians served by Community Choice Energy programs?
Opinion: Community energy gives San Diego competition and a greener option
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Resources & Opportunities
Resources:
Landfill Gas Energy: A Guide to Developing and Implementing Greenhouse Gas Reduction Programs
Improving The Estimated Cost Of Sustained Power Interruptions To Electricity Customers
Opportunities:
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Job Announcements
Program Manager, Sustainability - County of Santa Barbara
Resource Planner - City of Palo Alto Utilities
Multiple Positions - Center for Sustainable Energy
Multiple Positions - Clean Coalition
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Upcoming events
All upcoming Building Operator Certification (BOC) Trainings
Conferences/Workshops:
2020 Vision: Reach Codes Best Practices Workshop (Oakland) - Oct 9
5th Annual Demand Response and Distributed Energy Resources World Forum 2018 - Oct 16-17
2020 Vision: Reach Codes Best Practices Workshop (Irwindale) - Oct 22
2020 Vision: Reach Codes Best Practices Workshop (San Diego) - Oct 23
BOC 1001 Energy Efficient Operation of Building HVAC Systems (Sacramento) - Oct 24-25
Disasters and Energy Resilience: Keeping the Lights on in Our Darkest Hour - Oct 25-26
2018 National Convening on Utilities and Electric Vehicles - Nov 18
Webinars:
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