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Pathway: Energy Efficiency

Building Electrification Strategies (Residential & Commercial) 

This course focuses on electrification strategies for residential and commercial buildings, with attention to both technical and practical implementation considerations. Topics include electrification fundamentals, decarbonization pathways for buildings and portfolios, residential system upgrades such as heat pumps and electric water heating, and commercial building electrification approaches. The course also addresses incentives, policy and regulatory drivers, lifecycle cost considerations, and common implementation challenges. Real-world case studies and examples are included to help participants connect strategy to execution. 

Basic/Intermediate No prior experience needed

Tue, Aug 4th, 2026

9:00am - 10:30am EDT

Virtual

Learning Objectives

  • Understand the fundamentals of building electrification for residential and commercial buildings 
  • Identify key electrification technologies and strategies, including heat pumps, electric water heating, panel upgrades, and load management 
  • Recognize decarbonization pathways for individual buildings and broader portfolios 
  • Evaluate policy, regulatory, and incentive drivers influencing electrification decisions 
  • Understand economic feasibility and lifecycle cost considerations associated with electrification 
  • Identify common barriers to electrification and practical approaches to addressing them 
  • Learn from real-world examples of electrification planning and implementation 

Course Details

This course is designed for professionals seeking a practical introduction to building electrification and decarbonization in both residential and commercial contexts. The session covers core concepts, implementation considerations, and real-world examples to help participants better understand how electrification strategies can be evaluated and applied in practice. 

Provider:

Fulya Kocak LLC

Instructor:

Fulya Kocak, LEED Fellow

Course Type:

Virtual, Live Instruction

Course Dates:

Tuesday, August 4, 2026 | 9:00 am-10:30 am 

Registration Deadline:

 August 4, 2026 at 6:00 am

Time Commitment:

1.5 hours

Record of Completion:

Certificate of Completion

All training and certification courses are offered at no cost to participants on a first-come, first-served basis. Due to the time commitment, registrants may not sign up for conflicting courses unless the conflicting course is self-paced. This course is provided for educational purposes only and does not constitute professional, financial, tax, or legal advice. Participation in this course does not establish a professional relationship with the instructor or the DCSEU. Course content is subject to change, and we do not guarantee that it will perfectly match descriptions on our website or social media. We are not responsible for students' access to course materials, required products, or their ability to complete the course due to skill level, commitment, or other factors. No guarantees are made regarding earnings, success, or specific outcomes. Course participants are solely responsible for complying with all applicable laws, and the DCSEU and presenters disclaims any liability for penalties or damages incurred due to non-compliance.