Past Events | Conserve North Texas

This list shows all items that are training opportunities, events, or are programs that offer training as part of their resources.

Renewables Aggregation Cohort Opportunity

Roundtable on Integrating Energy Resilience in Hazard Mitigation Planning

SECO Resource Overview and Renewable Energy Planning and Procurement Workshop

Description:
The intent of this workshop was to provide NCTCOG members: 1) an overview of Utility Rate Analysis and determining what types of utility rate structures/procurement strategies make the most sense for your organization; 2) information about energy management resources available from the State Energy Conservation Office (SECO); and, 3) planning and procurement of renewable energy through long-term renewable energy purchasing agreements that are now avaialble for local governments.

Workshop Presentations:

Solar in Your Community Workshop

The Solar in Your Community Workshop held in coordination with the International City/County Management Association (ICMA), covered a variety of solar topics of interest to local governments, including large scale solar programs, consumer protection strategies, solar funding opportunities, and programs and technical assistance available to help local governments interested in taking on a solar project. It was held on May 5, 2023 at NCTCOG's offices in Arlington.

Stormwater One- Free Trainings

For those looking for training on stormwater permitting and credentials

stormwaterone.com

TAMU-AgriLife OSSF Apprentice Registration

For any individual who represents a licensed Installer at a job site during the construction of an on-site sewage facility

TAMU-AgriLife- Treatment Systems: Living with an Aerobic Treatment Unit and Spray Field

For homeowners with an aerobic treatment unit on their property

TCEQ Lift Stations and Force Mains General Construction Notes

For those construction lift station mains.

resources.nctcog.org

TCEQ- NetDMR Electronic Reporting How-To

To educate permittees on NetDMR reporting

resources.nctcog.org

Texas A&M AgriLife Extension and Research- Septic Systems/OSSFs: A Nuisance or an Asset?

To provide general information on septic systems/OSSFs

resources.nctcog.org

Texas A&M AgriLife- OSSF Treatment Systems Aerobic Treatment Unit

Provides general education on aerobic treatment systems.

resources.nctcog.org

Texas State Energy Conservation Office Programs and No-Cost Resources

Texas Water Resource Institute- Watershed Protection Plan Outline

To provide guidance for those creating a Watershed Protection Plan.

Texas Water Resource Institute- Watershed Protection Plan Stakeholder Process

To provide instruction on timeline for engaging stakeholders.

resources.nctcog.org

The 2021 International Energy Conservation Code (IECC) Roundtable

This roundtable discussion, hosted by the Regional Building Codes program at the North Central Texas Council of Governments, focuses on the International Energy Conservation Code (IECC). Representatives from the public and private sectors discussed the changes in the 2021 IECC, why your old code may not meet State requirements, and how to adopt updated codes.

Tips to Achieve SolSmart Designation

The North Central Texas Council of Governments (NCTCOG) encourages local governments to support solar energy projects within their communities as a strategy to mitigate the load on conventional power plants and increase grid resiliency. One way to support solar is to become designated as a SolSmart community. SolSmart is a national designation program recognizing communities supporting solar growth and helping to reduce the barriers to solar adoption.

TSSWCB-TAMU Extension: Texas Watershed Steward Program

For all watershed residents looking to learn more about addressing water quality concerns.

tws.tamu.edu

Understanding Municipal Utility Bills and Tracking Consumption

Weatherization Workshop

This Weatherization Workshop focused on the importance of home weatherization and how communities can best support their residents in pursuing home weatherization measures. The process of weatherizing a home increases energy efficiency, lowers utility bills, and improves human health and safety. This may involve sealing air leaks and drafts, installing insulation, replacing outdated HVAC systems, etc. There are a number of federal, state, and local programs to assist homeowners in financing these retrofits, and municipalities can create their own weatherization awareness and assistance programs.