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Professional Development Seminars and eLearning Courses
Cool House Tour attendees, 2014. ©Sherwin Fields
Attend a Seminar or Event
| Date | Event | Info |
| January 14, 2025 |
What's New in Austin's Energy Code The City of Austin will soon adopt the 2024 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) with local amendments within the next year. Austin Energy Green Building will review significant changes to the 2024 IECC and local amendments. |
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| March 11, 2025 |
Passive Building Design is a progressive approach to advanced energy efficiency in building design and technology. Learn how these methods reduce energy consumption while improving comfort in residential spaces. |
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| April 01, 2025 |
Green By Design Session 1 | Planning and Design |
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| April 08, 2025 |
Green By Design Session 2 | Materials and Landscaping |
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| April 15, 2025 |
Green By Design Session 3 | Home Systems |
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| May 13, 2025 |
Design for Wildfire Defense |
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| July 15 , 2025 |
Ratings 101 |
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| September 9, 2025 |
Design Build Alternatives |
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| November 4, 2025 |
Mechanical and Renewable Systems |
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| January 13, 2026 |
Incentives and Rebates |
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Check Out eLearning Courses
Learn at your own pace and earn continuing education credits (CEUs)* with free eLearning courses from Austin Energy Green Building (AEGB). Courses are available anytime, on any device and cover topics like:
- Designing for public health and resiliency
- Navigating incentive programs
- Engaging communities for equitable development
- And much more!
Browse the course catalog or create an account to get started.
*Many AEGB seminars and eLearning courses are registered with the American Institute of Architects (AIA) and Green Building Council Inc. (GBCI) for continuing education credits. We also offer American Institute of Certified Planners (AICP) learning units on selected seminars. See individual event and course descriptions for details.
AEGB seminar recordings are also available on YouTube. Login is not required. CEUs are only awarded through the eLearning platform.
Request a Speaker
Would your group like to learn more about green building in Austin? Our team loves to share about the legacy and impact of the nation's first green building rating program and discuss specific sustainability topics. We can come to you.
To request a speaker — please email us and include the following information:
- Name of group or event
- Desired date(s) and time
- Desired topic
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We're a passionate group of building professionals working to solve Austin's sustainability challenges through innovation, policy, and education. All Austin Energy Green Building positions are posted on the City of Austin Career website.
- Only online applications are considered
- Direct questions about Austin Energy jobs to 512-322-6523
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Date last reviewed or modified: 12/09/2024