Code Enforcement Training Courses

Newport Ventures has partnered with NYSERDA to provide free Energy Code training to New York's code enforcement community to support implementation and enforcement of the 2025 ECCCNYS. With a long history of delivering engaging and effective training across the state, our team of professional trainers is here to get you up to speed on code changes, plan review, testing requirements, compliance options and other topics for residential, commercial, and multifamily buildings.

See our course offerings below and contact us if you are interested in hosting a training for your group!

Upcoming Trainings

On-Site Testing Requirements for Dwelling Units under the 2025 ECCCNYS

Master the Testing Requirements That Drive Residential Energy Code Compliance

On-site testing plays a critical role in demonstrating compliance with the 2025 ECCCNYS. This course provides a practical understanding of the three major residential testing requirements: building envelope air tightness testing, duct leakage testing, and whole-house mechanical ventilation airflow testing.

Participants will learn why these tests are required, how they are performed, who is qualified to conduct them, and how to interpret results in the field. The course also addresses new testing thresholds, multifamily sampling protocols, documentation requirements, and common causes of failed tests that can delay project completion.

Designed specifically for code officials and construction professionals, this training provides the knowledge needed to confidently evaluate testing reports, identify compliance issues, and understand the implications of New York's updated energy code requirements.

Who Should Attend:

Code officials and energy professionals

Key Learning Topics:

Understand blower door, duct leakage, and ventilation testing requirements
• Interpret testing results and compliance documentation
• Recognize multifamily sampling opportunities and limitations
• Identify common causes of failed tests and remediation strategies
• Apply testing provisions consistently during inspections and plan reviews

What's New & Different in the 2025 ECCCNYS

Stay Ahead of New Energy Code Requirements

The 2025 Energy Conservation Construction Code of New York State (ECCCNYS) introduces some of the most significant changes to residential energy code requirements in recent years. This course provides code enforcement officials, architects, designers, and construction professionals with a practical roadmap for understanding and implementing these updates.

Participants will explore major revisions affecting compliance pathways, building envelope requirements, air leakage testing, mechanical systems, lighting controls, duct leakage testing, and new electrification-related provisions. Through real-world examples, compliance demonstrations, and guidance on interpreting code requirements, attendees will gain the confidence needed to review plans, conduct inspections, and evaluate compliance under the new code.

Whether you're responsible for enforcement, design, or construction, this course will help you navigate the transition to the 2025 ECCCNYS while reducing confusion, improving consistency, and avoiding costly compliance issues.

Who Should Attend:

Code officials, energy professionals, architects, engineers

Key Learning Topics:

Understand the most significant changes from the 2020 code
• Evaluate compliance documentation and energy code submissions
• Apply new building envelope, ventilation, and testing requirements
• Navigate updated compliance pathways and efficiency package options
• Improve code enforcement and inspection effectiveness

Plan Review for the Residential 2025 ECCCNYS
Plan Review for the Commercial 2025 ECCCNYS
Applying the Residential Code to Existing Dwellings
Appling the 2025 ECCCNYS Residential and Commercial to Multifamily Buildings
What Code Officials Need to Know About Electrification Under the 2025 ECCCNYS
Code Compliant Electric Residential HVAC in Cold Climates
Navigating Compliance Options in the 2025 ECCCNYS through Sections R405, R406, and R408
Navigating Section C406 Compliance Options and Requirements in the 2025 ECCCNYS
Applying the Code to Existing Homes and Residential Buildings
Code Compliant Residential Ventilation and Air Sealing

All courses will be approved for DOS in-service learning credits and AIA credits. Credits range from 1.5-3 depending on the course.
Course length varies between 1.5 hours and 3 hours. 3-hour courses are primarily delivered in-person.
Courses can be delivered as webinars or in-person.

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