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Upcoming Webinars
SPEER Industry + Policy Workshop: Four Weeks Away!
Noteworthy
What We're Reading
In Case You Haven't Heard the News
SPEER Resources & Webinar Archive

Upcoming Webinars

High Performance Heat Pump Solutions with LG: Comfort, Efficiency, and Compliance

August 26 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Presented by: Kevin DeMaster, LG HVAC

Join us for a deep dive into LG’s innovative heat pump technologies for air conditioning, space heating, and water heating. As energy codes become more stringent and the push for electrification grows, HVAC systems must evolve to meet higher performance and efficiency standards. LG Air Conditioning Technologies is rising to the challenge with industry-leading solutions that combine comfort, energy savings, and code compliance.

In this live webinar, we’ll explore:

What sets LG’s HVAC and heat pump products apart from other manufacturers
How their solutions align with IECC, ENERGY STAR, and electrification goals
Strategies to integrate LG technologies in new and retrofit residential and commercial projects

2025 Texas 89th Legislature Wrap-Up – Grid Reliability, Energy Efficiency, & Legislative Outlook

August 28 @ 2:00 pm - 3:00 pm

Presented by: Noah Oaks, Senior Manager of Policy Engagement, SPEER

The 89th Texas Legislative Session addressed some of the most pressing energy challenges facing the state—from grid reliability to energy affordability. This webinar, presented by SPEER, offers a comprehensive review of key legislation and policy trends impacting Texas’ electric grid, energy efficiency programs, distributed energy resources (DERs) and other demand-side resources.

Attendees will gain insight into major bills such as SB 6, the continued implementation of the Texas Energy Fund, and legislative efforts related to renewables, workforce development, and building codes. Learn how the session’s outcomes may shape regulatory priorities, customer costs, and energy strategies ahead of the 90th Legislature as we Identify and analyze the most impactful energy-related legislation from the 89th Texas Legislature.

Open Cell Spray Foam: Comfort, Compliance, and Code Clarity

September 23 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

Presented by: Cody Wilson, Climate Control Insulation

Spray foam insulation continues to grow in popularity—but how does it really perform when it comes to energy code compliance, building durability, and occupant comfort?

We’ll discuss:

How open cell spray foam compares to traditional insulation materials
Common field questions about R-values, air barriers, and vapor control
When and how open cell foam meets (or exceeds) the 2021 and 2024 IECC requirements

Whether you’re an inspector, builder, or energy rater, this session will equip you with the insights needed to evaluate open cell foam projects with confidence.

SPEER Industry + Policy Workshop: Four Weeks Away!

This year's Industry + Policy Workshop is coming up fast - have you registered yet?

The 2025 conference agenda dives into the most timely and relevant topics facing our industry today: from cutting-edge technologies to people-centered strategies.

Make sure to join us for our codes-specific panel, Beyond Code: Why Builders Choose to Build Above the Minimum Energy Code Requirements.

Save your spot and join us September 18-19 in Austin!

Noteworthy

When: Aug 25th

Where: Energy Codes training for the City of Marble Falls

When: Sept 10th – 11th

Where: 2021 IECC training for Oklahoma Housing for Communities

When: Sept 17th

Where: Energy Codes training for Bluebonnet ICC Chapter

When: Sept 18th – 19th

Where: SPEER Industry + Policy Workshop

When: Oct 1st – 2nd

Where: Oklahoma Builders Summit

When: Oct 3rd

Where: ACCA NTX HVAC Trailblazer Conference

*Interested in SPEER bringing in-field training to you or learning about the 2021 IECC changes, mechanical ventilation training, and HVAC best practices?

What We're Reading

Can Energy Star Be Saved?

by ACHR News

Congress is actively working to preserve federal funding for ENERGY STAR, with both chambers proposing allocations similar to prior years—even as the administration seeks to eliminate or privatize the program. The continued bipartisan and industry-backed support reflects ENERGY STAR’s deep integration into manufacturing, consumer choice, and energy policy.

In Case You Haven't Heard the News

Introducing the Home Energy Rating Systems Council (HERSC)

We’re excited to introduce the Home Energy Rating Systems Council (HERSC), a new nonprofit trade association supporting residential energy professionals, raters, verifiers, auditors, and energy efficiency advocates. HERSC is dedicated to promoting the integrity of energy rating services by advancing ANSI/ISO-aligned standards, fostering professional development, and advocating for policies that support a more energy-efficient housing market.

I'm proud to serve on the HERSC Board as a Member-at-Large, working alongside industry leaders to strengthen quality assurance, elevate best practices, and support those advancing energy efficiency in residential construction.

To learn more about HERSC and explore membership opportunities, head here.

SPEER Resources & Webinar Archive

Check out all the resources we have on our website, including a link to our YouTube page with hours of video training content!

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