The NY School Bus Incentive Program (NYSBIP) is thrilled to introduce their webinar series on various topics related to school bus electrification and NYSBIP. These webinars will take place on the second Tuesday of every month, providing regular opportunities to learn, engage, and ask questions directly to the program team.

On July 9th, explore the critical aspects of site planning for electric school bus (ESB) charging infrastructure. From location selection to technical requirements, this session will equip school districts with the knowledge and tools needed to effectively plan and implement charging infrastructure for their school bus fleet.

You can register for the webinar here.

This 8-hour training is targeted toward building officials, beyond code program administrators, and others who are tasked with the approval of energy modeling submittals for performance-based compliance, as well as energy modelers for performing internal quality control. It covers strategies for performing effective and efficient reviews of modeling-based submittals including identifying the impactful building systems and components to help prioritize the review effort and the key review steps including the following:

• checking submittals for completeness;

• confirming that building systems and components shown in the Compliance Form reflect design documents;

• validating that the configuration of the baseline (budget) design model is established correctly based on the applicable rules of ASHRAE 90.1 Section 11 or Appendix G;

• establishing that, based on the simulation reports, the baseline (budget) and proposed designs were modeled as described in the Compliance Form;

• and that the compliance outcome was established correctly based on the energy modeling results.

The training demonstrates how to effectively use the DOE/PNNL Compliance Form to perform submittal reviews and helps design teams and modelers establish internal quality control procedures to reduce the number of review iterations when submitting to above code programs or for code compliance.

The training includes examples based upon real life projects to illustrate how to apply review strategies and steps described in the DOE/PNNL Submittal Review Manual, use simulation reports to review energy models, and to communicate review comments to modelers and design teams. The training will also cover the additional review checks for projects following the NY Stretch Energy 2020.

Target Audience
Code officials, reviewers of modeling-based submittals for code compliance and beyond code programs, energy modelers, members of design teams.

Prerequisites

• Background in mechanical engineering, architectural engineering or architecture and/or other building science related fields.

• Two years of experience in commercial or multifamily building design, operation, maintenance, energy code enforcement, or related fields, or equivalent education.

• Attendance at 110: Performance-based Compliance with ASHRAE Standard 90.1 and 210: Compliance Documentation for ASHRAE Section 11 and Appendix G or equivalent work experience.

Learning Objectives

• Name the key submittal review steps.

• Understand the organization of the Review Manual, and how to use it as a reference when performing reviews.

• Describe how to identify high priority review checks based on the project design and simulation results.

• Describe how to use the Submittal Review Checklist in the Compliance Form to conduct and document the scope and outcome of the review.

Preparation

Please download the latest version of the ASHRAE Standard 90.1 Performance Based Compliance Form and ASHRAE 90.1 Section 11 and Appendix G Submittal Review Manual prior to the start of the training.

Instructors

• Maria Karpman LEED AP, BEMP, CEM

• Christina LaPerle PE, BEMP, CEM, CBCP

Location
8-hour webinar delivered in four 2-hour sessions

Dates

• July 2024: 7/9, 7/10, 7/11, 7/12 2:00 – 4:00 PM Eastern

• September 2024: 9/10, 9/11, 9/12, 9/13 2:00 – 4:00 PM Eastern

Registration Fee

• FREE for New York code officials

• FREE for Students

You can register for the July sessions here.

You can register for the September sessions here.

The Resilient Solar Initiative, powered by Solar One and funded by National Oceanic and Atmospheric
Administration (NOAA), is a high school internship program in partnership with the City of Newark’s
Office of Sustainability. Its mission is to develop eight mobile solar chargers deployed to city-wide
community hubs for emergency preparedness. These chargers provide supplemental electricity during
emergencies, aiding Newark residents with medical devices and electronics.

To raise awareness of solar power’s importance, the initiative hosts eight Community Engagement
Showcase “pop-up” events. These free events educate Newark students, families, and businesses on
solar power’s role in emergency services. Events feature:

• Educational Activities: Engage with STEM-focused activities and learn about green
  energy careers, fostering positive climate action in our community.
• Live Demonstrations: Witness training demonstrations and the deployment of a
  solar-energy powered emergency battery station, showcasing the practical
  applications of sustainable technology.
• Cultural Elements: Enjoy lively music and savor locally-sustained food for lunch,
  creating a vibrant and inclusive atmosphere.
• Community Engagement: Interact with first responders in workshop
  demonstrations and sign up for additional Community Emergency Response Training
  (CERT) to enhance community preparedness.
• Environmental Advocacy: Explore the critical need for climate change mitigation
  and proactive protective measures, addressing Newark’s vulnerability to severe
  weather incidents.

Please join NYSERDA on Wednesday, July 10 at 1:00 p.m. ET for an offshore wind webinar as part of NYSERDA’s Learning from the Experts series. In this webinar, John Dalton and Michael Killeavy with Power Advisory will provide an overview of how offshore wind projects generate revenue, including a discussion of New York’s energy and capacity markets, operated by the New York Independent System Operator, and OREC payments from NYSERDA.

Learning from the Experts is an educational webinar series hosted by NYSERDA’s Offshore Wind Team, featuring independent experts speaking on key offshore wind topics, including wind farm technologies, development practices, regulatory processes, and research initiatives. Visit NYSERDA’s Learning from the Experts webpage for more information on the webinar series.

You can register for this webinar here.

Join Climate Generation, NOAA’s Climate Program, and 20 regional climate change education leaders with educators from across North America and the Pacific Islands dedicated to teaching climate change as an interdisciplinary issue.

More than 30 presenters from across the country will facilitate interactive, hands-on workshops designed to engage and inspire you. At this three-day institute, you will investigate climate change education best practices, interact with climate change curriculum, and get empowered with the skills to teach climate change while inspiring hope and efficacy.

Registration $250
July 15th and 16th
Plus one regional cohort day on July 17th, 18th or 19th
Scholarships Available
Graduate Credit Available
20 Hours of Continuing Education

The 2024 State of the Science Workshop will be held on Long Island, New York, July 16th-19th, 2024. This biennial workshop is hosted by the New York State Energy Research and Development Authority (NYSERDA) on behalf of the Environmental Technical Working Group (E-TWG) to share knowledge about offshore wind energy development, wildlife, and fisheries in the eastern United States and beyond. 

You can register for the event here. The registration deadline is Thursday, June 13th, 11:59 EST.

Step into a world of eco-conscious excitement at the Green Living Festival! Discover ground breaking solutions, dive into interactive workshops, and groove to live music, all while embracing sustainability for a brighter, greener future!

You can get tickets for the event here.

July Course 213: Integrating Performance-based Compliance into the Design Process

Location
4-hour webinar delivered in one 4-hour session, with a midway break.

Dates

• July 23rd, 2024 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

• September 17th, 2024 11:00 AM – 1:00 PM & 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM

Registration Fee

• FREE for New York code officials

• FREE for Students

Continuing Education

• New York Department of State: 4 In-Service Hours

• AIA 4 LU/HSWs

Training Description
The training illustrates the use of energy modeling following the framework of ASHRAE Standard 209 – Computer Simulation Aided Design throughout design development, including the schematic design, construction document, and compliance documentation phases. It focuses on design decisions made at different stages of design that may lead to projects failing to comply with code using the performance path, such as envelope design not meeting the envelope backstop, ventilation rates exceeding minimum code requirements, inefficient ventilation system design, and the impact of space and service water heating fuel source on compliance. The training includes examples of designs that may not meet code due to recent changes to Standard 90.1 and additional requirements in 2020 NYStretch Energy and 2020 NYC ECCC.

Target Audience
Energy modelers, design professionals.

Prerequisites

• Two years of experience in commercial or multifamily building design, operation, maintenance, energy code enforcement, or related fields, or equivalent education.

• Completion of 110: Performance-based Compliance with ASHRAE Standard 90.1 or equivalent work experience.

Learning Objectives

• Name the common design decisions made during the schematic and design development stages that have a high impact on performance-based compliance outcomes.

• Name the new impactful rules in NYS ECCC and NY Stretch that limit trade-off opportunities on projects following the performance paths.

• Provide examples of designs decisions that result in performance penalties when using performance-based compliance.

• Provide examples of designs decisions that result in performance credits when using performance-based compliance.

Instructors

• Christina LaPerle PE, BEMP, CEM, CBCP

• Maria Karpman LEED AP, BEMP, CEM