This is to inform you that the course date is too close to be able to ship hard copies of the material to you on time. If you are willing to use the material in secured PDF, receive the material later (likely after the course) and pay upon registration, please click OK to continue the registration process. Please note that the shipping process will start only when the course fees are paid in full and delays are to be expected. Many thanks!

Overview

Achieving Net Zero Buildings

Incentive available

Next Start Date:

Online

Next Start Date:

Program overview

Organizations are pursuing decarbonization activities to meet internal goals and regulations for reducing greenhouse gas emissions. The ultimate objective of these efforts is to achieve net zero carbon emissions from the built environment in the coming decades.

This course is focused on the direct strategies and measures needed to achieve net zero emissions in buildings. The topics covered include:  

  • Actions for achieving net zero emissions in new buildings. 
  • Analysis of retrofit strategies and pathways for existing facilities.  
  • Non-retrofit approaches to emission reductions such as renewable energy credits, onsite generation, carbon offsets, etc. 
  • Examination of related certifications (Passive House and the CAGBC Zero Carbon Building Standard).
  • Non-energy emissions such as embodied emissions and refrigerants. 

 

In this two-day course, participants gain knowledge on decarbonizing both new and existing buildings. They also explore alternative methods for retrofitting buildings that do not consume low carbon fuel sources. The course provides case studies and practical activities on a variety of building types in the commercial, multi-unit residential, and institutional sectors.

As a core takeaway from this course, participants create their own low carbon roadmap to enable them to achieve net zero emissions in an existing building in their portfolio. 

What you will learn

  • Design a net-zero pathway for a building. 
  • Pinpoint emission sources throughout the building life cycle. 
  • Apply emission reduction strategies while considering carbon intensive electricity grids. 
  • Determine optimal retrofit sequences in an existing building. 

This course is ideal for

This course is relevant to anyone involved in facility management, operations management and planning, or sustainability planning. It is especially valuable to those tasked with identifying and implementing decarbonization projects in commercial, industrial, multi-unit residential, and institutional buildings. 

  • Sustainability, environment, or decarbonization managers 
  • Building or portfolio assets managers 
  • Energy managers 
  • Sustainability/climate change managers 
  • Building owners and operators 

Course summary

Course Details

Length

2 days

Language

English, French

Skill level

Intermediate

Format

Online

Next Start Date

Regular fee

$1095

Certification

CEU Units: 1.2
CSEP Points: 3

Available Incentives

SaveOnEnergy

This course is eligible for Save on Energy incentives of up to 75%, making advanced energy management training more accessible. Build the skills needed to drive efficiency and reduce energy use in your organization.
 
 
All Training Incentive Programs ↗

Meet Your Trainer(s)

Level up your career

Upcoming Sessions

Length 2 days

No future events found.

Can’t find a session that fits your schedule?

Fill out this form and be the first to know when new sessions are added.

Any questions?

We’re here for you! Our team will be happy to guide you through our programs to help you choose the training that best fits your goals and get started with confidence.
 
Contact us

Important information

Your enrollment includes all presentation slides and supplemental training material to ensure your success.

Frequently Asked Questions

Policies and FAQ

Click here, to see our course postponement and cancellation policy.

Do you have questions? Consult our FAQ for answers. 

Ready to level up your career?

Build the expertise employers are looking for in a rapidly evolving energy landscape. Advance your career with CIET’s applied, industry-led training.

Available Incentives

SaveOnEnergy

This course is eligible for Save on Energy incentives of up to 75%, making advanced energy management training more accessible. Build the skills needed to drive efficiency and reduce energy use in your organization.
 
 

Curated courses you might also like

Incentive available

Building Electrification Strategies

Start date:

Online

EnglishFrench

2 days

Intermediate

$1095

Learning path(s)

Decarbonization Implementing

Course Description

Building Electrification Strategies is an intensive two-day course for professionals in sustainability, environmental management, and decarbonization. This program is meticulously crafted to empower participants with the technical expertise needed to identify, implement, and optimize building electrification strategies for enhanced sustainability.

Incentive available

50001 Certified Professional

Start date: June 9, 2026 at 9:00 AM
Registration closing: June 8th, 2026

Online

English

4 days

Expert

$1,835

Early bird fee
$1,735

Course Description

Become a trusted energy management expert by mastering the practical skills and ISO 50001 strategies needed to help organizations build, sustain, and optimize high‑performing energy management systems.

Hear it from our graduates

Tony Lam, Energy Manager - Government of Yukon

Thanks to the Becoming Carbon Neutral course, I gained a better understanding of how the industry's approach to carbon neutrality is taking significant strides towards standardization, definitions, and requirements. Unfortunately, some requirements are challenging for a small northern jurisdiction like Yukon. But knowing the industry standards was tremendously helpful for figuring out where we are and where we need to be. I was able to identify areas where we already do well, pinpoint gaps, and allocate resources accordingly. The course helped me understand the overall trajectory that our organization should follow to achieve carbon neutrality. 

Sean Martin, Home Inspector

The Foundation Level Exam Prep Course was very insightful, well structured and delivered, and the compilation of resources was extremely helpful. This was an exceptional training experience. Money well spent. I am glad I chose CIET for preparing the NRCan Foundation Level Exam..

Sean Martin, Home Inspector

The Foundation Level Exam Prep Course was very insightful, well structured and delivered, and the compilation of resources was extremely helpful. This was an exceptional training experience. Money well spent. I am glad I chose CIET for preparing the NRCan Foundation Level Exam.

Haleigh Forbes, Manager – Efficiency Trade Network, Efficiency Nova Scotia

Working with CIET has made developing a training plan for trade allies in my network easy. The team at CIET is knowledgeable, organized and passionate about delivering quality material in their course, and they work well to deliver customizable options for all of your training needs.

We have had great success with the NRCan Foundation Level Exam Exam Prep course and the Making the Case for Energy Management Projects. We look forward to offering more training programs to our trade allies.

Aaron Wouters, Energy Manager – Trillium Health Partners

CIET provides the BEST example of how program certification information should be provided. Its personal, with dates relevant to me and my timelines, and also communicates future events.

Jeff Quint, Manager, Customer Solutions & Communications - Enova Power

The Becoming Carbon Neutral course helped frame the opportunities and challenges our customers and our own organization are going to face in becoming carbon neutral. It has served as a foundation, enabling our teams to better support our customers as they move through the process and be part of the solution.

Leo Glaser, Energy Analyst – Operational Excellence, Quadreal Property Group

In our experience, CIET courses deliver a great foundation for all energy professionals—at any stage of their career or experience level. We were very satisfied with the facilitation and received positive feedback from QuadReal participants. It is a pleasure to work with CIET.