City of San José Green Building: Educational Programs

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Energy Efficiency, Green Building and Renewables Classes

Energy efficiency, renewable energy, and green building classes are presented in Santa Clara County as a part of the Silicon Valley Energy Watch* partnership, a collaboration between Pacific Gas and Electric Company and the City of San José. Additional classes are offered in partnership with United States Green Building Council (USGBC), Build It Green, BOMA Silicon Valley and other organizations.

Date	Class Name	Location
CANCELLED: Thurs., May 28 9:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.	CLASS CANCELLED Quality Insulation Installation for Municipal Housing Inspectors	Martin Luther King Jr. Library Room #255-257
Tues., June 2 9:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.	Cool Roofs - Program Opportunities and Code Requirements	Pipe Trades Training Center
Tues., June 16 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m	Sink or Swim - Keeping up with California's Pool Market and Regulations	Pipe Trades Training Center
Wed., Aug 26 9:00 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.	Energy Efficiency and Solar: Key Elements of PG&E's Residential New Construction Program	Pipe Trades Training Center

* The Silicon Valley Energy Watch program is funded by California utility ratepayers under the auspices of the California Public Utilities Commission (CPUC).

Beginning in 2000, the City of San José has sponsored and organized Green Building & Energy Efficiency lectures and training events covering a host of topics.

Updated 5/12/09