Decarbonization in Residential Buildings
This course focuses on strategic approaches to reducing emissions in residential buildings, with attention to both operational and embodied carbon. Participants are introduced to carbon accounting fundamentals, including the distinction between operational and embodied emissions, and explore key decarbonization strategies such as electrification, fuel switching, renewable energy adoption, and deep energy retrofits. The course also addresses material selection, life-cycle analysis, policy and incentive landscape, and equity and accessibility considerations that influence how decarbonization strategies are planned and implemented in residential settings.
Thu, July 23rd, 2026
1:00pm - 2:30pm EDT
Virtual
Learning Objectives
- Understand the basics of carbon accounting in residential buildings, including operational and embodied carbon
- Identify key decarbonization strategies for residential buildings
- Recognize the role of electrification and fuel switching in emissions reduction
- Understand how renewable energy adoption can support residential decarbonization
- Identify the purpose and value of deep energy retrofits
- Understand how material selection and life-cycle analysis influence building emissions
- Recognize the role of policy and incentives in shaping decarbonization decisions
- Understand the importance of equity and accessibility in residential decarbonization planning
Course Details
This course is intended for professionals seeking a practical understanding of residential building decarbonization and the major strategies that shape emissions reduction planning. The session brings together technical, policy, and implementation considerations to help participants better understand how decarbonization approaches can be evaluated in residential contexts. The training is delivered in a virtual live format.
Provider:Fulya Kocak LLC
Instructor:Fulya Kocak, LEED Fellow
Course Type:Virtual, Live Instruction
Course Dates:Thursday, July 23, 2026 from 1:00pm – 2:30pm
Registration Deadline:July 23, 2026 at 6:00am
Time Commitment:1.5 hours
Record of Completion:Certificate of Completion
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