About This Course

This course provides an overview of commercial energy efficiency and decarbonization programs offered by New Jersey’s public utilities, with a focus on real-world applications in healthcare, higher education, and large commercial facilities. Participants will learn how utility-led programs support comprehensive upgrades such as lighting, controls, HVAC optimization, and cogeneration improvements to achieve significant energy savings. The course also introduces emerging technologies, including carbon capture and innovative system optimization strategies, demonstrating how organizations can reduce emissions, improve performance, and implement scalable, cost-effective sustainability solutions.

Learning Objectives

Identify utility-led energy efficiency programs and incentives that support building upgrades to improve energy performance, occupant comfort, and overall health, safety, and welfare. Evaluate strategies for implementing comprehensive energy efficiency measures such as HVAC optimization, lighting upgrades, and controls improvements in complex facilities like hospitals and campuses. Assess the role of emerging technologies, including carbon capture and system optimization, in reducing emissions and enhancing indoor environmental quality.  Analyze the environmental and operational benefits of integrated energy solutions, including reduced energy consumption, improved system reliability, and long-term building resilience.