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Happy Black History Month!
The month of February is a time to learn, reflect upon, and celebrate the history, culture, and contributions of the Black community. As we continue to fight for racial justice, we must commemorate Black history and its impact on shaping our culture and society. While we highlight this month, we know that every month is Black History Month! Looking for ways to celebrate? Here are some local and virtual events happening this month.
In the Spotlight
BayREN Pursues Climate Goals Through the Use of Home Energy Scores (HES)
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The changing climate and the current pandemic are increasingly highlighting the cost of energy in homes. According to a recent study by Sense Home Energy Monitor, California homes' electrical usage has increased by 9.3%, resulting in a rise in annual utility bill spending...
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The Latest
Learn about Equity, Energy, and Public Health
In November, the Codes & Standards team hosted the Energy, Equity, and Public Health Regional Forum. The Forum included discussions on energy inequity at the local and national level, conversations with the Contra Costa County Asthma Initiative, and more.
Missed the forum? Watch the recordings here.
Dive Into a Recent White Paper on Energy Policy
Achieving full compliance with the California Energy Code can be overwhelming. Learn how local governments are prioritizing their energy efficiency and electrification pathways in a recent White Paper authored by Emily Alvarez (StopWaste) and Bruce Mast (Ardenna Energy). Read More.
Did You Miss Our January Article?
BayREN Fights Climate Change with Energy Efficiency and Electrification
The Biden-Harris Administration has plans to launch a national effort against climate change. Learn how BayREN is doing the work through energy efficiency and electrification programs.
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Upcoming Events
NAR Green Designation Training
2-23 & 2-24, 9AM-5PM
Join us for a two-day training to learn green real estate concepts, principles, practices, and benefits from the ground up in a way that makes sense to you and your clients. You’ll stand out from the crowd by earning the only green designation for real estate agents conferred by the National Association of REALTORS®.
BayREN Training: HPWH Training for Contractors
3/24, 12PM-1PM
Join us for a one-hour training focused on contractors. The training will describe Heat Pump Water Heaters (HPWHs), when HPWHs are allowed under the 2019 Code, code requirements for installation, and how to complete compliance forms.
More BayREN Events
In the News
How a 1960s Apartment Complex is Going Green
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Property Manager Deborah Vasquez stands at the entrance of the newly upgraded Sunshine Gardens
Vintage buildings can be energy efficient, too! Learn how BayREN helped a 1960s apartment complex in Mountain View go green.
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Switch the Station to KQED
Through a joint effort with the Building Decarbonization Commission and other partners, BayREN recently launched a series of electrification education ads under the Switch is On campaign. Tune in to KQED to catch our campaign and stay connected on Facebook and Instagram to see more.
Marin County Hopes to Cut Greenhouse Gases with New BayREN Energy Tracking Tool
The new Bay Area Energy Atlas is an interactive map that allows planners and residents to compare five year's worth of electricity and natural gas usage from the county level down to specific census tracts. Marin County officials say it could advance efforts to reduce local energy use - and residents' bills - while working to meet the county's ambitious greenhouse gas emission targets.
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