Code Compliance Training
DTE and Consumers Energy are offering a residential energy code training program to prepare industry participants to meet the requirements of the Michigan Energy Code.
The trainings will explain the differences between the 2015 and 2021 energy codes and identify key takeaways through a series of live virtual trainings, in-person trainings, roundtables and Energy Code Consultant sessions.
Virtual Trainings and In-Person Trainings
The virtual and in-person trainings will cover a variety of topics, from a general overview of the new code to the specific changes and how to meet the new requirements. Virtual training sessions will offer American Institute of Architects (AIA) and International Code Council (ICC) continuing education credits and will be recorded for future reference.
| Training | Date | Description |
|---|---|---|
| Intro | 4/2/24 | Introduction to the Program including circuit rider, in-person, peer-to-peer round tables |
| General | 4/16/24 | Energy code theory & building science |
| 4/30/24 | Code Administration: Roles, responsibilities, documentation and quality control | |
| 5/14/24 | Differences in requirements per Climate Zone | |
| Envelope | 5/28/24 | Thermal envelope requirements: Insulation and proper installation |
| 6/11/24 | Thermal envelope requirements: air sealing/air barriers | |
| 6/25/24 | Fenestration | |
| Systems | 8/27/24 | Mechanical: air distribution systems; Deep dive: proper duct sealing to pass duct leakage tests |
| 9/10/24 | Mechanical: hydronic & water distribution systems | |
| 9/24/24 | Mechanical Ventilation: Whole-house and local exhaust | |
| 10/8/24 | Mechanical: HVAC Controls, HVAC Right-sizing | |
| 10/22/24 | Electrical & Non-Comfort HVAC requirements | |
| General | 11/5/24 | Code FAQ and general questions/comments midterm |
| Existing | 11/19/24 | Additions, Alterations, Repairs, and Changes of Use or Occupancy |
| 12/3/24 | Rehabilitation of multifamily buildings and the energy code | |
| Compliance | 12/17/24 | General Compliance Paths: Compliance reports and documentation (Part 1) |
| 1/7/25 | General Compliance Paths: Compliance reports and documentation (Part 2) | |
| 1/21/25 | Inspections & testing to document compliance (Part 1) | |
| 2/4/25 | Inspections & testing to document compliance (Part 2) | |
| 2/18/25 | Compliance review for Multifamily buildings | |
| 3/4/25 | Advanced Energy Efficiency Packages | |
| 3/18/25 | Solar and Net Zero Readiness Appendices | |
| Software Compliance | 4/1/25 | REScheck and the UA Tradeoff method |
| 4/15/25 | The Compliance Paths: The Revised Energy Rating Index Alternate | |
| 4/29/25 | Compliance Paths: the new path of Total Building Performance | |
| General | 5/13/25 | Best practices: lessons learned from the field |
Peer-to-Peer Roundtables
The peer-to-peer roundtables will allow all stakeholders to share their experiences and best practices, and resolve challenging issues.
If you have questions about the peer-to-peer roundtables, contact Midwest Energy Efficiency Alliance at 312-784-7249 or buildings@mwalliance.org
Michigan Energy Code Consultant
The Michigan Energy Code Consultant is available to travel across the state to provide free, individually tailored residential energy code assistance, training and education.
To learn more or set up a meeting, contact the Michigan Energy Code Consultant at 872-310-4188 or chris@micodeconsultant.org
For general inquiries about the training program, please contact michigannewhomes@icf.com