VCHP Heat Pumps & Residential T-24 Energy Code Value

1.5 AIA HSW COST:  FREE Updates in CA's title-24 energy code encourage the use of electric heat pumps as a means of achieving carbon neutrality in residential construction. This program introduces participants to the technology and how to successfully implement said technology in residential construction.  Presenters:  David Knight, founder of Monterey Energy Group, has spent the […]

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Advanced Environmental Finishes for Windows and Doors

1LU | HSW. Participants of this course will learn how different paint and anodized finishes rate when compared to architectural specifications. Sustainable materials and cradle-to-cradle considerations are provided. Participants will also learn about the application process to assure informed decisions can be made for specific environments. 

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OPTIMIZING WATER EFFICIENCY IN MULTI- FAMILY AND SINGLE-FAMILY HOMES

This course will provide you with an overview of the business case surrounding green building for single-family and multi-family homes. Registration is required for attendance recording and certificate of completion. The green building movement has challenged manufacturers, design teams, and owners to create products and designs that have a minimal impact on the environment while […]

Healthy Buildings: The Business + Practice Case

Design for Economy | AIA CA Climate Action Webinar Series Healthy Buildings: The Business + Practice Case Wednesday, March 24, 2021 | 12:00pm-1:00pm PT Speaker: Simon Turner | Founder, Building Cognition LLC Earn 1.5 LU | HSW Cost: Free Business / Building Owners are generally receptive to design elements which improve sustainability, wellness, health, work […]

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Sacramento in 2021 – What We Can Expect

With the California State Legislature in Session and about to actively consider and vote on legislation, Mark Christian, Hon. AIA CA, the AIA CA Director of Government Relations, will talk about the political climate in Sacramento and about legislation that may be under consideration of interest to the architectural profession.  Topics will include a possible […]

Silicone Coatings: An Alternative to Ceramic Frit for Spandrel Glass

Learning Units: 1 AIA HSW, 1 GBCI General Hour Cost: Free LEARNING OBJECTIVES Definition of high-performance silicone coatings as a healthy and sustainable alternative to other spandrel glass materials Rigorous testing to prove longevity and application suitability Considerations when specifying silicone opacifiers on spandrel glass Advantages of using silicone coatings in design to prevent hazardous […]

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Member Benefit Program: Energy Modeling with cove.tool

Shifting energy codes are challenging architects with a wide array of parameters to balance like energy, cost, daylight, views, and embodied carbon. Join this session diving into two case studies to generate beautiful analysis graphics and see how to shape the narrative in a data driven design process. AIA CA members who attend will receive […]

Top 10 Ways to Reduce Concrete’s Carbon Footprint | AIA CA Climate Action Bonus Webinar

In this session, NRMCA’s ‎Executive Vice President, Structures and Sustainability, Lionel Lemay and NRMCA’s Senior Director, Building Innovations, Patrick Matsche will walk participants through the best strategies for taking advantage of concrete’s strength and durability, while also ensuring the lowest possible carbon footprint.

Efficient Net Zero Energy Buildings: Case Studies of 3 Building Types | AIA CA Climate Action Technical Webinar

Ed Dean, FAIA will present Case Studies of All-electric buildings that have achieved Zero Net Energy and greatly reduced greenhouse gas emissions from operation. He will describe the goals and design intentions for each project, discuss design decisions the Architects made to achieve very deep reductions in greenhouse gas emissions, and present measured post-occupancy performance […]

Free Community Wildfire Webinar Series: Creating Effective Defensible Space

Registration is now open to participate in a series of free webinars intended to give you information on how to prepare for wildfires, and to help protect lives, property, and resources. The number of participants is limited so do not delay registering if interested. Everyone is invited to register The webinars are hosted by the […]

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2019 Title 24, Part 6 Essentials: Residential Standards for Architects & Designers

This 2-day course is designed to help residential architects and designers advance their understanding of California’s 2019 Building Energy Efficiency Standards (Title 24, Part 6 or Energy Code) and ease Energy Code implementation.   Note that the online version of this class is delivered in 2 parts over 2 consecutive days, both of which need […]

2030 Commitment and Practice: A Culture of Firm Excellence | LPA | AIA CA Climate Action Webinar

1 LU | HSW for attending. URL: https://us02web.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_w74f-qKUSdetTo21F0KgEw LPA, AIA CA’s 2021 Firm Award Recipient, will provide insights into how they use the AIA 2030 Commitment as a transformative tool to influence design practice and reduce predicted carbon emissions. LPA is the largest firm whose AIA 2030 Commitment portfolio exceeded the 70% pEUI reduction target for […]