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• New SPEER Training Now Live: "Sustainability 101"
• Registration Open: SPEER's Spring 2026 BOC Course
• Big Things Coming in 2026: Stay Tuned!
• Upcoming Events & Webinars
• Noteworthy
• What We're Reading

New SPEER Training Now Live: "Sustainability 101"

SPEER has launched a new on-demand training module through the Litmos learning management system! In the first of several series our "Sustainability 101” course dives into the fundamentals of sustainability and equips learners with the knowledge and tools to make a positive impact.

Users who complete this free training will receive .05 CEU credit (30 minutes) upon completion! To enroll, head here and sign up using the code SPEER101. You will then receive an email with instructions for logging in and getting started.

Coming soon: We will also be launching additional training modules focused on Energy Codes Updates and Changes in Texas & Air Quality and Energy Efficiency. Stay tuned for more!

Registration is Open: SPEER's Spring 2026 Building Operator Certification (BOC) Course!

As a subrecipient of the Building Training and Assessment Center (BTAC) grant, SPEER is able to offer our BOC training and certification program for maintenance and operations personnel free of charge! A required $150 deposit will be reimbursed upon the successful completion of the course.

Our Spring 2026 Course will run from February 10th - May 21st. Equip yourself with energy-saving operational strategies and enable your building to become more efficient, comfortable, and environmentally friendly.

• Registration is open and availability is limited, so save your spot now. 
• Learn more about the classes offered and material covered in Level I here. 
• For all class dates, view our course syllabus.

Big Things Coming in 2026: Stay Tuned!

2026 will mark an important milestone for SPEER and we hope you will help us celebrate!

Stay tuned for more...

Upcoming Events & Webinars

Webinar: 2024 IECC Commercial Mechanical Systems - What's New in Section C403

December 11 @ 10:30 am - 11:30 am

The 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) introduces several key updates to Commercial mechanical system requirements found in Section C403—and these changes will directly affect plan reviews, HVAC designs, and field inspections.

Join us for a practical walkthrough of what’s new in C403 and how these updates will impact compliance and enforcement in your jurisdiction.

Register here.

CELC Virtual Workshop: Navigating SECO Energy Reporting

December 18 @ 12:00 pm - 1:00 pm

Join us for a comprehensive virtual workshop designed to demystify energy reporting regulations in Texas. Whether you’re a seasoned professional or new to the field, this workshop will equip you with the knowledge and tools necessary to navigate the intricacies of energy reporting with confidence.

Speaker: Shaun Auckland, Senior Manager of Government and Community Engagement, SPEER

Register here.

Save the Date: TRACS 2026 Summit/TEA-UP Conference

Meeting the Moment: Shaping Tomorrow Together

March 1-3, 2026

SPEER is partnering with the Texas Regional Alliance for Campus Sustainability (TRACS) to facilitate this interactive session and learn about the latest trends in energy efficiency, how to develop resilient systems in response to climate challenges, and effective methods for fostering a culture of sustainability within your institution. Drive meaningful change in your academic communities.

Registration is now open! Early Bird Registration rates end on January 31, 2026. Head here for more information and register today!

Noteworthy

PUCT Launches "Ways to Save" Web Resource

To help Texans conserve water, electricity and money during the winter months, the Public Utility Commission of Texas (PUCT) has launched a new Ways to Save webpage. Now is the time for Texans to prepare for winter weather – before frigid temperatures spread across the state.

The resource includes tips on how consumers can prepare their home or business for cold weather and reduce energy and water use to save money on utility bills. Tips range from small lifestyle changes to physical updates consumers can make to prepare their homes for winter.

Check it out here.

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What We're Reading

Electricity prices to continue rise in 2026: EIA - Utility Dive

Power outages getting longer as extreme weather takes larger toll, report says - Utility Dive

Market Report: Energy Efficiency 2025 - IEA

2025 Winter Package - Climate Central

Texans Struggle With Rising Energy Costs Amid Grid Strain, New UH-TSU Survey Finds - University of Houston