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Overview

Advanced RETScreen® Expert

Incentive available

Next session
November 10, 2026 • 09h00 (CST) • In English

Next Start Date:
November 10, 2026 • 09h00 (CST) • In English

Course summary

Course Details

Length

1 day

Language

English, French

Skill level

Expert

Format

Online

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Meet Your Trainer(s)

Next session

November 10, 2026 • 09h00 (CST) • In English

Regular fee

$745

Early bird fee

$671

Before September 15th, 2026

Program overview

Are you an experienced RETScreen® Expert user? If so, the Advanced RETScreen® Expert was created with you in mind. This program builds on the Certified RETScreen® Expert course and features advanced presentations and exercises to enhance your knowledge of the software.

By taking the advanced course, you gain exposure to advanced applications and improve your proficiency in the RETScreen® Expert software through activities that enable you to confidently handle even the most complex projects. 

 

 

What you will learn

  • Complete complex projects in RETScreen® Expert. 
  • Utilize all aspects of the Portfolio Analysis Module. 
  • Conduct advanced feasibility analyses. 

This course is ideal for

  • Seasoned RETScreen® Expert users 
  • Technical experts 
  • Property portfolio managers 
  • Energy efficiency consultants 
  • Engineering firms or professional firms spaecialized in energy efficiency 
  • Energy service company employees

Prerequisites

Previous participation in the Certified RETScreen® Expert program is strongly recommended.

Available Incentives

Save on Energy

This course is eligible for Save on Energy incentives of up to 50%, making advanced energy management training more accessible. Build the skills needed to drive efficiency and reduce energy use in your organization.
 
 

Level up your career

Upcoming Sessions

Length 1 day

November 10, 2026

09h00 (CST)

Registration closing: November 9th, 2026

English

Adam Dixon

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This training is also available for businesses.

Contact us to learn more about our corporate training options.
 

Additional Information

Agenda

Beyond CRE Feasibility Models

  • Detailed Lighting Retrofit
  • Motors, Fans & Pumps
  • Conversion of Gas Heating to Air Source / Ground Source Heat Pump
  • Simple Combined Heat & Power System from a Biofuel
  • Transportation

 

Beyond CRE Performance Analysis

  • Dealing with Uncertainty
  • Using Average Temperature as an Independent Variable
  • Adjusting for a non-routine event

 

A deeper look at the new features of Version 8.1

  • Sub-Daily data features
  • Linking to dynamic data sources
  • Storage and Off grid models
  • Non-Routine Adjustment Features in Performance Analysis
  • Referencing EVO’s IPMVP Application Guide on Non-Routine Events and Adjustments

 

Portfolio Analysis

  • Building a portfolio from other bulk data sources
  • Creating a custom dashboard

Learning material

  • PDF of the presentation slides (slides in printable protected PDF)
  • Supplemental training material
  • Software: Participants receive a fully functional 90-day trial subscription to the RETScreen® Expert software valued at $200 as an added benefit when registering for the CIET Certified RETScreen® Expert course. 

Frequently Asked Questions

Policies and FAQ

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Do you have questions? Consult our FAQ for answers. 

Any questions?

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