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Debbie Coleman

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RE: What policy topics do you think Solar Today should cover this fall?

Posted By Debbie Coleman 05-05-2024 05:17 AM
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Steve, good article idea regarding states' policies regarding PV. SOLAR 2024 is focusing on policies so perhaps a group of you there could discuss and collaborate on an article that could fall under both the ASES Policy and PV Divisions. This proposed article would be a good subject to bring up at the ...

RE: Meet our Member Spotlight - M. Keith Sharp!

Posted By Debbie Coleman 04-18-2024 09:45 AM
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Keith's spotlight is well-deserved especially with the attention to ambient energy. It so easy to focus on adding PV panels and neglect the important first step of efficiency first. With his home having almost zero heating and cooling load, it really shines in that department with the passive heating ...

Urge your member of Congress to join the Solar Caucus

Posted By Debbie Coleman 04-16-2024 06:48 PM
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I love what our friends at Solar United Neighbors are doing: Urge your member of Congress to join the Solar Caucus https://www.solarunitedneighbors.org/solar-advocacy/urge-your-congressmember-to-join-the-solar-caucus/ ------------------------------ Debbie Coleman (Architect & ASES Solar Buildings ...

RE: What policy topics do you think Solar Today should cover this fall?

Posted By Debbie Coleman 04-03-2024 08:32 PM
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Hi Keith, Glad you are excited about the idea of the Technical Divisions of ASES creating one-page infographics on the various subjects that relate to each division. You asked: By infographic, do you mean something with fewer words and more pictures? Yes! I guess what used to be called brochures ...

RE: What policy topics do you think Solar Today should cover this fall?

Posted By Debbie Coleman 04-03-2024 10:02 AM
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Great points, Keith, I think an attractive, simple-to-read infographic illustrating these points could be a beneficial document that ASES could distribute if you were interested in developing one for the Solar Buildings Division to review. Maybe each division could try to have a simple one-page document ...

RE: Have you heard of RESNET®?

Posted By Debbie Coleman 03-05-2024 10:54 AM
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I am excited about RESNET being more active with ASES! I went to a RESNET annual conference a few years back and found the same level of knowledge, professionalism, and passion about saving energy, in general, to be similar to the knowledge, professionalism, and passion that occurs at the ASES national ...

March 27-28, PA Housing Research Center Conference

Posted By Debbie Coleman 03-01-2024 10:59 AM
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ASES members in the PA area: On March 27-28, the 2024 PA Housing Research Center Conference highlights best practices, regulations, and innovation in the housing industry. Invited speakers present on a wide range of topics, including codes & construction, high-performance & offsite construction, weatherization ...

RE: Zoom Discussion - Compatibility Issues with Enphase systems (Solar Noon Tuesday discussion)

Posted By Debbie Coleman 02-23-2024 05:55 AM
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Thanks Jay! I am very excited about this new partnership with ASES. Thank you. Enjoyed the first video. Would love to see the ASES National Solar Tour mentioned where appropriate. This people to people, show and tell, annual free event showcases all kinds of active and passive solar energy projects. ...

Webinar Feb 22 - Apprenticeships in Clean Energy

Posted By Debbie Coleman 02-14-2024 02:29 PM
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Just came across this webinar "Apprenticeships in Clean Energy" https://irecusa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_EELh6KdkS1Gd9H9KhtcV8Q#/registration The Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC) has been contracted by the U. S. Department of Labor to serve as an Industry Intermediary to support the ...

By Feb 5 - definition of Zero Emission Building Standard

Posted By Debbie Coleman 02-05-2024 07:24 AM
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From the ASES Partner GreenHome Institute: Hello Members The White House seeks your input on the first-ever Zero Emissions Building Standard. Residential buildings have mostly been left out of this, so now is our chance to ensure they are appropriately accounted for. The deadline is today, Monday, ...

RE: Webinar Wed Jan 10 - Energy Rating Index (ERI) - increasing a building's efficiency

Posted By Debbie Coleman 01-31-2024 06:22 AM
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Yes, the Energy Rated Index was recorded as are all of GreenHome Institutes weekly webinars. https://youtu.be/MOnv-Ww-sm0?si=TExJx5P9GRuT53v6. ------------------------------ Debbie Coleman (Architect & ASES Solar Buildings V-Chair) Sun Plans, Architect debra28@sunplans.com https://www.sunplans.com ...

Webinar Wed Jan 10 - Energy Rating Index (ERI) - increasing a building's efficiency

Posted By Debbie Coleman 01-08-2024 01:46 PM
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All About the Energy Rating Index (ERI) – Free CE Webinar Wed Jan 10 Whether you are trying to make your project more energy efficient, meet or beat building code, achieve Energy Star or a green building certification, or get Inflation Reduction Act funds, the Energy Rating Index (ERI) is the way to ...

Dec 15 SOLAR 2024 Sponsor Discount Deadline

Posted By Debbie Coleman 12-13-2023 12:23 PM
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With Friday, Dec 15 being the last day for the 20% discount to sponsor SOLAR 2024, please consider sponsoring the annual conference at whatever level you can afford or encouraging your company to do so. With the lower bronze level that includes a conference pass., the additional cost of this sponsorship ...

Nov 8 Webinar - Solar & Electrification: Better Together

Posted By Debbie Coleman 11-07-2023 09:14 AM
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Solar United Neighbors is presenting a webinar Nov 8, 7;00 PM EST: Solar & Electrification: Better Together What is electrification and how can it benefit you? With such a broad topic, many are left feeling like they don't know where to start. Join Solar United Neighbors and Rewiring America for ...

RE: SOLAR 2024 Call for Abstracts!

Posted By Debbie Coleman 10-13-2023 08:50 AM
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Being on the organizing committee for the annual SOLAR 2024 conference, I was excited to just learn that in 2024 both the presentations and posters will be more interactive with panel discussions and interactive conversations. Presenters will have the option to choose to display a poster in addition ...

Oct 11 - Webinar - Net Zero Energy Home Mortgages with Lower Interest Rates

Posted By Debbie Coleman 10-09-2023 01:02 PM
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https://www.eventbrite.com/e/net-zero-energy-home-mortgages-with-lower-interest-rates-tickets-107682412996 Historically, residential mortgages have been built based on guidelines that are based on PITI (Principal Interest Taxes and Insurance). For years, Green Home stakeholders have worked to change ...

Oct 5 - How to Stop Utilities From Using Our Money Against Us

Posted By Debbie Coleman 10-02-2023 06:51 AM
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Join our friends at Solar United Neighbors: How to Stop Utilities From Using Our Money Against Us In nearly every state, monopoly utilities are permitted to use ratepayer funds for lobbying and other inappropriate uses. Join us at 7 p.m. ET on Thursday, October 5, to learn how three states - Connecticut, ...

RE: The SOLAR 2024 Call for Participation is OPEN!

Posted By Debbie Coleman 09-20-2023 11:16 AM
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I am so excited about ASES's National Solar Conference: SOLAR 2024 - Connecting Technology and Policy which is already being planned. Whether you attended SOLAR 2023 or not, we (the organizing committee) would love to hear what you'd like to learn about in relation to solar energy. There are many subjects ...

GHI Webinar - Solar Power and Batteries 101

Posted By Debbie Coleman 09-02-2023 05:32 PM
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Another excellent webinar from ASES's media partner GreenHome Institute. As always, continuing education credits can be had after watching the recorded webinar from a couple of weeks ago during SOLAR 2023. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3x0p9J1KIuE ------------------------------ Debbie Coleman (Architect ...

RE: August 30 Webinar - Navigating Home Electricifation Solar Projects

Posted By Debbie Coleman 09-01-2023 12:22 PM
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If you missed it, the recorded version is now available for viewing. And you can still get continuing education credits with the exam after completion. Watch the recording here or any other GreenHome Institute events and subscribe to get instant updates on YouTube! https://www.youtube.com/channel ...