Training opportunities
Clark Public Utilities provides commercial and industrial customers with no cost/low-cost seminars on topics to help improve the efficiency of their operations. We partner with other groups to provide information and training. Listed below are some upcoming seminars.
The below PGE courses are offered free to PGE customers. Clark Public Utilities customers are welcome based on space, and a small fee may apply.
RSVP is requested as soon as possible. To see a syllabus for each of the classes, visit PGE's website. To register, e-mail PGE.Seminars@pgn.com or call 503-464-8020 and press "1" for classes.
| 1/2 Day Seminars & Workshops: | |
| Fundamentals of Energy & Managing Costs | January 25, Portland/26, Salem |
| NEW: Sustainable Practice Boot Camp Workshop (6 hours) | February 14, Portland |
| Improve EE in Your Building - HVAC, Tune-Up, & Commissioning | March 7, Salem/8, Portland |
| Fundamentals of Efficient Lighting & Controls | March 14, Portland |
| Energy Monitoring for Energy Savings | April 10, Portland |
| NEW: Advanced Ammonia | April 17, Salem |
| Energy & Water - Double Your Savings | April 19, Portland |
| Understanding Solar Thermal & Photovoltaic Systems (6 hours) | April 24, Portland |
| NEW: Owning & Operating Efficient Motors | May 22, Portland |
| NEW: Adjustable Speed Drives | May 23, Portland |
| NEW: Air Handling Systems | May 24, Portland |
| NEW: Smart Lighting Seminar & Portland Lights Trade Show | June 6, Portland |
| Energy Champions Workshop | June 20, Portland |
| 1-hour Webinars Open to Everyone: | |
| Introduction to Energy Systems & Managing Costs | January 11, online |
| Introduction to HVAC & Building Tune-Ups for Energy Savings | February 15, online |
| Introduction to Efficient Lighting & Controls | February 22, online |
| Introduction to Energy Monitoring for Energy Savings | March 22, online |
| Introduction to Solar Thermal & Photovoltaic Systems | April 3, online |
Other training opportunities
On-line courses through the Northwest Public Power Association (NWPPA). Includes price lists.
Also find learning opportunities at these resources:
• Northwest Energy Efficiency Alliance
• Compressed Air Challenge
• Building Operator Certification Program
• Energy Management Certification Program
• US Department of Energy
• US Green Building Council