SCE: Electrification Opportunities for Architects & General Contractors

SCE: Electrification Opportunities for Architects & General Contractors


May 21, 2026

Thursday 5/21/2026

Steps to register:
1. Register for an account in the SCE Website
2. Select the “Webinars” filter, then search for the class.

Description:
Electrification is now the leading option for new buildings and major retrofit projects in California. Over 70 municipalities have policies phasing out gas appliances and the state aims to have 6 million heat pumps installed by 2030. This will require a paradigm shift in the way builders, architects and related professionals approach the market. It also presents a giant opportunity to frame yourself or your business as an electrification expert.

 Learning Outcomes:

As a result of attending this class you can expect

  • To learn the importance of comprehensive electrification planning
  • To understand why commissioning is important for HVAC systems
  • How to leverage Electrify My Home’s approach to ‘beneficial electrification’
  • To identify the unique business opportunities electrification presents

 Target Audience:

  • Architects
  • Design Professionals
  • General Contractors
  • Builders

 Prerequisite(s):

  • N/A

 Learning Units:

  • 2 AIA LU|Elective

 Instructor Information:

 Larry Waters

Larry Waters is the founder of Electrify My Home, a first-of-its-kind electrification company specializing in residential electrification and workforce training. Larry has over 40 years of HVAC trade experience in service, installation, sales, and management with a specialization in home performance. In early 2014 Larry’s focus shifted to replacing gas furnaces with high-efficiency heat pumps. Larry is NATE and BPI-certified and serves on multiple boards and committees aiming at propelling the movement to #ElectrifyEfficiently.

 Learning Level:

Intermediate Class: Content is appropriate for individuals who possess a fundamental understanding of the topic and have familiarity with basic terminology and methodology of the subject matter. Attendees should have the capacity to participate in instructor-led exercises requiring synthesis and application of concepts.

 Special Instructions:

This is a live webinar presented via Microsoft Teams and internet access is required & participation via the Microsoft Teams App is encouraged.

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