Upcoming Webinars


Webinar The Sustainable Revolution: ESG has left the station and public builders are on board. A roadmap for the homebuilding industry to catch up.

Wednesday, December 13 | 2:00 PM Central
Stefanie Coleman

This presentation is a summary of a capstone project (Master of Environment and Business - University of Waterloo) delivered on June 24, 2023. The session will discuss the global state of Environmental, Social and Governance (ESG) today, and how ESG measuring and strategic planning, even for internal purposes, is important for building corporate resilience in the homebuilding industry. The academic research conducted for the capstone project included a review of public responses to the Securities Exchange Commission and Canadian Securities Exchange from top banks, investors, insurers and the construction industry, a review of the Top 10 publicly traded US homebuilders’ ESG reports, and a focus group and survey of small/medium sized leading homebuilders in Canada and USA. The results of this research identified material topics that builders should be aware of, the readiness of the industry for ESG reporting, as well as barriers, gaps and benefits to measuring and reporting environmental, social and governance topics. From these findings, recommendations and a step-by-step BERM (Builder ESG Roadmap) as part of the Builder ESG Toolkit was developed and will be presented. This capstone project will be divided into two white papers that will be peer-reviewed and published.

Learning Objectives:

1. Foundational understanding of what ESG is, what it covers, and the current state of ESG with trendlines of where it is going.

2. Learn about material issues for the finance industry stakeholders (investors, lenders), regulators, insurance, and other stakeholders and the potential impact on homebuilders.

3. Understand the business case for ESG integration.

4. Identify a proposed roadmap with practical action steps for homebuilders to integrate ESG into their businesses and be prepared for pending ESG reporting.

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The Sustainable Revolution: ESG has left the station and public builders are on board. A roadmap for the homebuilding industry to catch up.

Daikin and Goodman Side-Discharge Inverter Systems

Webinar Daikin and Goodman Side-Discharge Inverter Systems

Thursday, December 14 | 3:00 PM Central
Jason Thorson

In this webinar, you will learn about heat pump inverter technology from Daikin Comfort Technologies North America.  We will explore the many benefits of inverter technology and what this means to your new homes and homebuyers.  We will also explore Daikin and Goodman’s NEW heat pump inverter offerings along with smart controls and IAQ options.

Learning Objectives:

  • Understand Heat Pump technology and why is it important.
  • Identify what Side-Discharge Inverter Systems are.
  • Discover the configurations and applications of inverter systems.
  • Learn about the consumer benefits of Inverter Technology.

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Recent Webinars


Webinar Heating and Cooling Innovations for Decarbonization

Thursday, November 16 | 2:00 PM Central
Matt Evans

As jurisdictions across the country consider electrification policy, industry understanding of their electric options for heating and cooling is increasingly important. 

Attendees of this course will learn the benefits of innovative electric heating and cooling technologies, for examples:

  • Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from the building sector as a result of displacing natural gas, propane combustion and oil heating.
  •  Increases in electrical efficiency as a result of replacing using innovative systems such as ductless minisplits and ground source heat pumps
  • Utility bill savings for ratepayers as a result of technology efficiencies and the ability to shift electric consumption to parts of the day when renewable energy resources are abundant and electricity prices are lowest.
  • Concepts such as dual-fuel heating and cold climate heat pumps.
  • Attendees will be familiarized with the various types of heating and cooling systems.

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Heating and Cooling Innovations for Decarbonization

Hot Water Innovations for Decarbonization

Webinar Hot Water Innovations for Decarbonization

Tuesday, November 14 | 2:00 PM Central
Sarah Cok

Attendees of this course will learn the benefits of water heating technologies, for examples:

  • Greenhouse gas (GHG) emission reductions from the building sector as a result of displacing natural gas and propane combustion water heating.
  • Increases in electrical efficiency as a result of replacing electric resistance water heaters.
  • Utility bill savings for ratepayers as a result of technology efficiencies and the ability to shift electric consumption to parts of the day when renewable energy resources are abundant and electricity prices are lowest.

Attendees will be familiarized with the various types of water heaters:

Conventional storage water heaters offer a ready reservoir (storage tank) of hot water which is adequate for everyday use. In some instances, however, such as when simultaneous usage of hot water occurs, or when there is a longer durational need for hot water.

  • Heat pump water heaters move heat from one area to another instead of generating heat directly to provide hot water, resulting in high efficiencies and significant cost reductions.
  • Solar water heaters use the sun to heat water, reducing energy costs for homeowners.
  • Tankless or demand-type water heaters heat water directly without the use of a storage tank. This type of water heater is designed to provide a sufficient supply of hot water without running out, when adequately sized.
  • Tankless coil and indirect water heaters use a home's space heating system to heat water. 

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Webinar Water, Energy, & Carbon: How Saving Water Impacts Energy Usage and the Transition to a Carbon Free Industry

Thursday, November 9 | 2:00 PM Central
Jonah Schein

Most folks in the EEBA community know there’s a connection between water and energy (and as a result, carbon). On the one hand, we use huge amounts of water to generate electricity, and managing reservoir levels in a way that supports hydroelectric generation has become an increasing issue in the West. On the other hand, we use huge amounts of energy to extract, move, treat, and deliver water and wastewater to our homes. So how much energy does it take? How much energy and carbon can you save by reducing water? We’ll explore these questions using both national averages and local case studies.

Learning Objectives:

  • Explain the relationship between water, energy, and carbon
  • Express how and where energy is consumed in the process of supporting our homes with water
  • Describe the factors that influence the energy intensity of different water supplies and specific homes
  • Learn how WaterSense labeled homes certification and the tools provided by WaterSense can help address the energy embedded in water

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Water, Energy, & Carbon: How Saving Water Impacts Energy Usage and the Transition to a Carbon Free Industry

Cost-Effective Zero Energy Achievement Strategies

Webinar Cost-Effective Zero Energy Achievement Strategies

Tuesday, November 7 | 3:00 PM Central
Joe Nebbia

Consumer awareness and demand for homes that perform at zero energy or near zero levels is on the rise.  As builders across the country attempt to deliver zero energy performance to their customers, there are a variety of strategies to reach this target – some more expensive than others.  In addition, as builders attempt to find the most cost-effective solutions, it is important to think about cost implications for both the builder and the buyer.  Attendees of this class will be able to:

  • Define the key components of any zero energy home
  • Identify a broad range of cost considerations for both the builder and buyer of a zero energy home
  • Understand various approaches to achieving zero energy performance
  • Understand methods for analyzing zero energy strategies
  • Identify existing analysis tools for optimizing cost and efficiency

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Webinar Insulation Strategies for Difficult Details

Thursday, November 2 | 2:00 PM Central
Matt Evans

Home insulation provides year-round comfort and savings and even if homeowners don’t talk about it, you’ll hear about it if there are any issues.  Attendees of this course will be able to:

  • Demonstrate proper insulation methods, techniques, and best practices.
  • Identify different insulation materials and describe the benefits of using each. 
  • Discuss alternative insulation options beyond what is typical today.
  • Discuss new insulation strategies and products.
  • Identify a variety of insulation options for slab edge insulation, foundation wall insulation configurations, cantilevered balconies, and rim joists, for examples.
  • Understand options for going beyond-code minimum insulation strategies. 

Insulation Strategies for Difficult Details

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