RISE Coalition Weatherization Workshop

This half-day event is the first in a series of workshops sponsored by the City of Dallas and the Regional Integration of Sustainability Efforts (RISE) Coalition.

The Weatherization Workshop will focus on the importance of home weatherization and how communities can best support their residents in pursuing home weatherization measures. The process of weatherizing a home increases energy efficiency, lowers utility bills, and improves human health and safety. This may involve sealing air leaks and drafts, installing insulation, replacing outdated HVAC systems, etc. There are a number of federal, state, and local programs to assist homeowners in financing these retrofits, and municipalities can create their own weatherization awareness and assistance programs.

This workshop will feature:

• A keynote presentation on the importance of weatherization assistance in advancing equity and environmental justice.
• A panel discussion featuring providers of weatherization assistance, including private utilities and local government agencies.
• A panel discussion featuring engineering and green building professionals, on how weatherization benefits both residents and the environment.
• A catered lunch, with a lunchtime keynote from the City of Dallas on their newly-launched Whole Home program.

View the full agenda here. For any questions regarding this event, or for special assistance accommodations, please contact Breanne Johnson at BJohnson@nctcog.org. Registration is required for attendance, as this is a limited-capacity event. This event is free to attend.

More information on the event venue can be found here: Vine Arts and Events Center, Grapevine.