Title 24 — Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do I need to be certified as a CEPE or a CEA to do Title 24 energy compliance reports?
A: At this time you are not legally required to be certified to do Title 24 energy compliance reports.Q: Where can I get software for doing Title 24 Reports?
A: For the California Energy Commission's list of approved software programs visit:California Energy Commission's List of Approved Computer Programs | Title 24 Compliance Software Vendors
Q: What is the benefit of becoming a CEPE?
A: Becoming a CEPE requires education and examination, and this certification verifies a reasonable understanding of the current Energy Code. Once certified, your name and contact information is maintained in a roster that is mailed to every person certified as a CEPE and every building department in the state every January. It also qualifies you as an "Eligible Energy Consultant" with the California Energy Commission's New Solar Homes Partnership (NSHP), which offers various incentives for solar energy systems installed on new homes. The NSHP program requires a CEPE to perform Title 24 calculations before an applicant can turn in qualifying paperwork.Q: What is the difference between CEPE certification and CEA certification?
A: CEA vs. CEPE
Q: What is the difference between doing Title 24 reports and being an energy consultant?
A: Providing Title 24 compliance calculations and documentation is the primary focus of many CABEC members. But, many members also provide additional energy consulting services. For example, an architect might hire an energy consultant to help design a new home that is more energy efficient than the state standards require. Or an energy consultant might be hired to provide guidance on a subdivision layout or the design of a passive solar home, work on the design of a large multi-family building, compare lighting system options on a proposed office building, or any number of other energy efficiency services.Q: Why should I become a CABEC Member?
A: CABEC is here to support you in your Title 24 and energy consulting work and to keep you on the cutting edge of energy compliance. Membership will benefit you by:- Keeping you informed of California State Standards changes and requirements and any other relevant and timely industry information
- Notifying you of continuing education opportunities through our Quarterly electronic newsletter
- Holding outstanding Conferences and Regional Meetings, providing you with up-to-date topical seminars as well as information about state-of-the-art energy efficient products
- Allowing visitors to CABEC's web site to "Search for a CEPE/CEA" and find your name by using this search engine, if you're CEPE/CEA Certified
- Allowing discounts to Conference registration fees, as well as selected meetings with partnering organizations
- Providing you with a "Member's Only" area on our web site with current Code Standards updates, current and back issues of our quarterly newsletter
- Listing your name and contact information on our web site for easy access by potential clients and customers
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If you have any questions not addressed here, please contact the CABEC Administrator. Thank you!
