The federal government shut down its Greener Homes grant portal on Feb 12th, leaving homeowners without critical support for undertaking the efficiency upgrades they’ve been urged to make. Blue House Energy is stepping into the void with an affordable online course so Canadians aren’t left at the mercy of contractors and grant applications to protect their investment and improve their living conditions. The uncertainty created by the cuts is undermining the progress the energy efficiency industry desperately needs. Our CEO Shawna Henderson, says: “With some basic knowledge about the science behind the way houses work, people can take control of their own costs, comfort, and safety. We were just as shocked by the grant and we want to help. Today we’re releasing an online, low-cost course called Home Comfort Mastery that will give Canadians the confidence and tools to take on energy retrofit projects that don’t break the bank.” “We see this as closing the circle. Engaging the most important players when it comes to energy efficiency upgrading – the homeowners,” says Henderson. “At this point, it’s critical to provide Canadians with the knowledge they need to protect their investment, improve their quality of life, and contribute to a greener future.” Blue House Energy’s Home Comfort Mastery course is now available and costs $75. Homeowners have a full year to use the content and access to a national discussion forum that goes with the course. Link to the course is in first comment.
Blue House Energy
E-Learning Providers
Halifax, Nova Scotia 626 followers
BHE: building science-based online training for builders, renovators, trades, and building officials.
About us
Blue House Energy online learning opportunities supply certification training in a way that is low cost, easy to access, and does not take crews off job sites. The Problem in our Industry Successful energy-saving retrofits require a clear understanding of building science. The new building and energy codes are pushing energy advisers, renovators, contractors and trades to learn more about building science and good practice, simply to stay in the game and answer questions from customers. In fact, some jurisdictions are now requiring some level of training and certification in order to be trade partners for energy efficiency incentive programs. Currently, there are no standards or qualifications for renovators and trades carrying out energy efficiency measures in Canada (other than product-driven licensing). There is also a lack of low cost and easy to access training in energy efficiency that does not take crews off job sites for consecutive days. The BlueHouse Energy Solution The solution is to supply certification training in a way that is: * Low cost compared to classroom training. * Easy to access. * Does not take crews off job sites.
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http://bluehouseenergy.com
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- E-Learning Providers
- Company size
- 2-10 employees
- Headquarters
- Halifax, Nova Scotia
- Type
- Privately Held
- Founded
- 2012
- Specialties
- Online training for energy efficiency professionals, Just-in-time on demand e-learning, Custom interactive online training, Development of blended learning programs, and virtual instructor led training
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Employees at Blue House Energy
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Hal S Richman, Ph.D.
Digital Media Tax Credits - NS Film Fund and Federal Tax Credits -Online Training
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Shawna Henderson
Building science wonk: keeping it real in the field, making it real with online training for builders and renovators.
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Kelly Slade
Collaborative manager, master educator, and accessibility advocate, Kelly brings a culturally responsive approach to working and living.
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Christina Murray
Production Manager & Instructional Designer at Blue House Energy
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