The City of Palo Alto Development Services Department is hosting a Zero Net Energy for Design Professionals training on May 23rd 2017. The training will feature Mr. Charles Eley, FAIA, PE, an internationally recognized leader in the area of Zero Net Energy and a veteran in the field of energy efficiency. The training will support the implementation of the current Energy Reach Code. The training format is based on Mr. Eley’s new book, “Design Professional’s Guide to Zero Net Energy.” The event targets design professionals working on projects in the City of Palo Alto. This is a complementary design training and the first 50 registrants will receive an autographed copy of his Charles’ book. CEU’s through the AIA and GBCI are pending.

Development Services is committed to educating the design community on Zero Net Energy in support of a sustainable future. Zero Net Energy buildings are a practical and cost-effective way to reduce our energy needs, employ renewable energy, mitigate climate change, protect the environment, and improve our lives. As professionals in the building design and construction industry, ZNE buildings are something we can all do right now to make a difference.