Training Library
The industry’s collective resource for home performance training and education
Browse our extensive library of certification training, continuing education opportunities, exam preparation, and on-the-job learning. Here you can find in-depth courses, programs, and opportunities from some of the industry’s top training providers and experts.
Finally Fossil-Fuel-Free: Air-to-Water Heat Pump & Ventilation Retrofit – Self Study
This case study, with industry expert Brian Just, details a home retrofit to an AWHP system, which was developed by hydronics experts to be simple and repeatable. The project encompassed distribution systems, domestic hot water and backup heat, as well as a ventilation system upgrade from exhaust-only to high-efficiency fresh air (balanced) ventilation.
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Electrical Loads in High Performance Buildings – Self Study
This presentation by industry expert Chris Calwell covers the subject of plug load energy-efficiency -- the choices occupants make with regard to lighting, appliances, and consumer electronics in the home. You will glean priceless information about how to save hundreds of dollars towards lowering your (or your clients’) utility bills.
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What is an Energy Model? – Self Study
In this free course, you'll learn a variety of methods for modeling building energy consumption. We start with simple energy estimating tools of increasing complexity, finally arriving at detailed energy simulations.
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The Ins and Outs of Selecting Cold Climate Minisplit Heat Pumps – Self Study
In Marc Rosenbaum's presentation, you’ll learn the latest about heat pumps that can supply heat at temperatures as low as -15°F and how to understand ratings and manufacturers' data so that you can confidently select the proper system.
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Become a Building Enclosure Control Freak and Do Residential Ventilation Right – Self Study
Learn from industry expert Allison Bailes PhD in this free course on building enclosures and controls, as well as residential ventilation considerations. This lecture is designed for engineers, architects, builders, trade contractors, and energy raters.
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Introduction to Solar PV Design, Installation and Code – Self Study
This course with industry expert Sean White will teach you the basics of solar PV including an introduction to solar PV design, installation and code.
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Zone Pressure Diagnostics: Precise Leak Detection and Measurement in Buildings – Self Study
This course, with ASHRAE expert Rick Karg, will teach you Zone Pressure Diagnostics - basics to advanced features. Learn about non-modifiable and modifiable zone analysis, the use of your digital manometer for ZPD testing, and the meaning of your results.
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Heat Pumps 101 – Self Study
“Heat Pumps 101” is a new free course from John Siegenthaler. It takes less than an hour to complete. You’ll learn the very basics of heat pump technology, including heat transfer, refrigeration, and what applications are commonly used.
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How to Think About Energy in Buildings – Self Study
Learn Marc Marc Rosenbaum's guide to thinking about, calculating, and prioritizing enclosures, mechanical systems, and renewables in new and existing buildings. You'll be given the context, calculators, and mindset needed to understand second and third-order effects of the decisions you make about energy in buildings.
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Solar PV Boot Camp + NABCEP PV Associate Exam Prep
Learn the fundamentals of solar PV systems from industry expert Sean White and get expert help prepping for and passing the NABCEP Photovoltaic (PV) Associate Exam.
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BPI Infiltration and Duct Leakage (IDL) Certification Training
This course, with Brynn Cooksey, one of ESCO's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors, will provide you with the skills, knowledge, and training to become certified as an Infiltration and Duct Leakage Technician.
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Energy Modeling for Building Science Professionals
In this course with Brynn Cooksey, one of ESCO's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors of 2024, you'll learn to use Whole-Building Energy Modeling (BEM) software for energy modeling, code compliance, green certification, qualification for tax credits and utility incentives, and real-time building control.
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Energy Modeling in eQUEST
This is a comprehensive commercial energy modeling course for you to master eQUEST, the "Quick Energy Simulation Tool" developed by the U.S. Department of Energy and other industry leaders for energy modeling. This course is hands-on. You will learn how to build and run energy models. Learn to function as the go-to energy modeler on an integrated design team.
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Heat Pump System Design & Installation
This is a series of nine professional development training courses for HVAC engineers, contractors, project managers, and building owners. Learn to design and install heat pump systems with confidence. Rigorous assessments have been developed to make sure you know the correct approach to designing and installing heat pump systems.
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EPA 608 Technician Certification
Get your EPA Section 608 Certification through HeatSpring. This course includes three 100-question practice exams and a full year to ask instructor Brynn Cooksey, one of ESCO's Top 25 Most Influential HVACR Instructors of 2024, as many questions as you want.
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