Training Date & Time
February 3, 2026 from 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST
Location
Online
Registration
Energy Modelling Review Training Session Tickets | Eventbrite
Registration costs are covered by the federal government’s Code Acceleration Fund.
French session available: February 4, 2026, 9:00 AM to 2:00 PM EST. Register.
Course Summary
Delivered in collaboration with NB Power, this interactive, half-day virtual training session is designed to transform energy model reviewers from passive evaluators into proactive professionals equipped with practical, essential skills for results evaluation.
The session focuses on how to evaluate energy models and assess final results for technical validity. Participants will refine their model evaluation skills to identify potential inaccuracies and validate results more efficiently and confidently. This training also provides a deeper understanding of the NECB 2020 modeling rules, identifying critical areas to monitor for compliance.
This training includes a practical, ready-to-use checklist highlighting essential model review verification checkpoints, serving as a handy reference during reviews. By developing a more intuitive understanding of energy modeling best practices, participants can support their teams in reducing the risk of costly errors and rework, and leave the session with practical tools and knowledge that help position them as trusted, effective professionals in their field.
Course Learning Objectives
By the end of this course, trainees will be able to:
- Describe the information in an energy model that must be evaluated and how to perform that evaluation.
- Identify the NECB 2020 requirements that must be confirmed for each energy model.
- Explain how energy model results can be validated for accuracy and compliance.
- Identify best-fit intermediate milestone review opportunities to confirm proper energy model development.
- Describe the importance and role of an energy modelling report in documenting model inputs.
Target Audience
Architectural, engineering, and building science consulting firms, as well as building departments and code officials.
Prerequisites
Trainees should have the skills and experience to perform building-specific energy modeling using hourly energy modelling software. Familiarity with NECB Chapter 8 is recommended and will help participants get the most of the course.
About the Presenter
Marlene Waters | P.Eng.
RDH Associate, Energy and Sustainability Specialist
Marlene is a Senior Engineer on RDH’s Energy & Climate team with extensive experience in the design and analysis of advanced building systems. She collaborates with design teams to deliver high-performance projects across North America, specializing in whole-building energy modelling, high-efficiency HVAC systems, and renewable energy technologies.
Listed on the Canadian Green Building Council’s Experienced Energy Modelers list, Marlene works with building owners to assess existing buildings, identify energy-saving opportunities, and support informed decision-making. Prior to RDH, she held a technical leadership role at a sustainable buildings consulting firm, where she led complex analyses, reporting, and staff mentorship.