Free Training: Energy Efficiency in New Construction

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The construction industry is rapidly changing, and staying up to date is more important than ever. Take part in free, expert-led training designed to help you further your knowledge on energy-efficient building practices and meet the latest national building code tiered energy performance requirements.

These live courses are taught by certified trainers from CIET and are the only sessions being offered in 2025 — don’t miss your chance to join!

Upcoming Free Courses:

Building Energy Modelling Essentials: St. John’s City Hall, October 17 from 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Working with the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB): Microsoft Teams, October 30 & 31 from 9:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Building Science for Builders (NBC Part 9.36): Microsoft Teams, November 20 from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.

Why This Training Matters

The City of St. John’s is supporting this training as part of its commitment to building energy-efficient, sustainable and affordable homes. The City is considering using the energy efficiency tiers in the National Building Code (NBC Part 9.36) and adopting the National Energy Code for Buildings (NECB). This training will help prepare you for these upcoming changes and support your work in building code compliance and energy efficiency.

Who Should Attend?

These courses are great for anyone involved in residential or commercial construction, including:

Builders and Contractors – Learn how to apply energy-efficient practices and stay competitive.
Architects and Engineers – Make sure your designs meet the latest energy codes.
Energy Consultants and Auditors – Improve your modeling skills and boost building performance.
Municipal Planners and Inspectors – Strengthen your understanding of energy codes and how to enforce them.

Don’t miss this opportunity to stay ahead in the industry.

Learn more and Register

This project is delivered in collaboration with the Canadian Homebuilders’ Association of Newfoundland and Labrador with funding support from Natural Sciences and Engineering Research Council of Canada (NRCAN).