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Upcoming Spotlight Topic: Modernizing HVAC Systems and Saving Money with Ground-source Heat Pumps

Modernizing HVAC systems can promote healthy buildings and reduce operational costs. Increasingly buildings are tapping into a cost-effective source for their heating and cooling: the ground. Learn from Undaunted K12 about school districts that have incorporated ground-source heat pumps to support comfortable classrooms, reduce utility bills, and decrease local air pollution. This webinar will cover how this HVAC technology works, why it’s a great fit for various entities, and how project costs can be slashed with non-competitive funding available through 2034. Leave this session with an understanding of ground-source heat pumps as a modern HVAC system for buildings and how districts can unlock this transformative technology.

This is your opportunity to connect with DEP staff to ask questions and learn more about funding your energy priorities!

When:  Thursday, April 30 2026 at 12 PM (noon)

Who: Taxable entities and Tax-exempt Organizations (schools, universities, municipal governments, and other public institutions)

Join us: This live discussion will be held on Microsoft Teams, and recorded for future viewing.

Register for our next spotlight here!

SEI is sharing this information from the Penn Heat Pump Pathways organization:

We are excited to share this training opportunity for your team through the Penn Heat Pump Pathways (PHPP) Pilot Training Program. This no-cost training is designed specifically for existing HVAC workers to strengthen their skills in heat pump technology and prepare for the growing demand across Pennsylvania.

Training Details:

  *   Location: Pennsylvania College of Technology – Harrisburg, PA

  *   Dates: May 4th- May 7th, 2026

  *   Time: 8:30 AM – 4:00 PM

  *   Cost: FREE ($1,200 value per participant)

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Wage Subsidy: $8 Hour

  *   Cohort Size: Limited to 6–12 workers

Training Topics Include:

  *   ACCA Manual J, D & S Overview

  *   Commissioning & Quality Installation

  *   Diagnostics & System Performance Best Practices

This training provides hands-on instruction to help your team:

  *   Improve quality in the field

  *   Stay competitive in a rapidly growing market

  *   Align with upcoming opportunities like the Penn Energy Savers Program (https://www.pennenergysavers.com/<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__www.pennenergysavers.com_&d=DwMF-g&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=6ms1mcxxKZLFtFw1IFIIWGD5oPhwkHIwY2IY-cZcLJk&m=2O5M3RAH72T1dfwc7cApMU2GhSCk8FuQ4qTgoBHODUV7S581Md1ldKaQuHEzTtta&s=YcbrzLqfqfVoQrjtX4dMxJ8Obx_ANKuiYsKPMtlSkzU&e=>)

This is a great opportunity to invest in your current workforce at no cost while positioning your business for future growth. We encourage you to register individuals from your team as soon as possible, as space is limited. As an employer, you can be eligible for an Employer Wage Subsidy to help offset lost wages incurred during training.

Please see the attached flyer for additional details. If you have any questions or would like assistance with enrollment, feel free to reach out.

To sign up, you can either use the QR code on the flyer or this link   (https://building-performance.org/phpp/<https://urldefense.proofpoint.com/v2/url?u=https-3A__building-2Dperformance.org_phpp_&d=DwMF-g&c=euGZstcaTDllvimEN8b7jXrwqOf-v5A_CdpgnVfiiMM&r=6ms1mcxxKZLFtFw1IFIIWGD5oPhwkHIwY2IY-cZcLJk&m=2O5M3RAH72T1dfwc7cApMU2GhSCk8FuQ4qTgoBHODUV7S581Md1ldKaQuHEzTtta&s=5VcTyT4znz5-WG4FBXnCWIKUhWvrcwNV-r70fDejnBE&e=>)

Thank you,

Penn Heat Pump Pathways

Tremayne Terry, CWDP | President

TixStone Solutions, Inc.

(717) 379-3802

tremayne.terry@tixstone.com

www.tixstone.com

Participate in Jenn’s dynamic and hands-on workshop at the CCEDC on May 12. Details to register will be available soon. 

About Jenn Marion

With over 20 years of experience launching,
growing, and scaling businesses, Jenn
understands the relentless challenges
entrepreneurs face; long hours, tough decisions,
and the pressure to keep everything moving
forward. She’s been in the trenches, experiencing
both the excitement of success and the frustration
of feeling stuck. As a Professional EOS
Implementer®, she is committed to helping leaders cut through the
chaos, gain control, and build a thriving business that not only grows but
also allows them to enjoy the life they’ve worked so hard to create.

Combined Heal and Power Alliance Northeast Chapter Regional Conference May 14, 2026. Register https://www.eventbrite.com/e/ne-chapter-of-the-chp-alliance-2026-regional-conference-tickets-1980000532894?aff=oddtdtcreator

 Philadelphia, PA

 May 14, 2026

The Northeast Chapter’s regional conference will serve as a kick-off for the Chapter’s expansion into Pennsylvania, though sessions will explore issues relevant to the whole Northeast region. Registration is now open! (Note: based on feedback from members who wanted to see CHP events more spread out during the year, this event is being held in lieu of the Chapter’s typical fall conference.)

Please see an invitation below from our educational partners at Kennett High School:

2025-26 KHS Winter College and Career Day Participant Form

Dear College & Career Day Partner,
We look forward to welcoming you to Kennett High School for this year’s annual College & Career Day. To confirm your attendance, please fill out this form at your earliest convenience: 2025-26 College and Career Day Participant Form. Details pertaining to check in/check out, setting up your space, parking, schedule, and contact information can be found below.
Event Details
● Date: February 11, 2026
● Location: Kennett High School Auxiliary Gym
● Schedule/Timing
○ Check-in 8:15 am – 8:45 am: Check-in will begin at 8:15 in the S Wing behind KHS
(more info below and details to follow). NOTE: ALL VENDORS will be required to
present a valid ID to be checked in.

○ Set up 8:15 am – 9:05 am: After checking in and receiving a visitor badge, College &
Career Day volunteers will be available to assist vendors with materials, bringing supplies in from vehicles, and escorting vendors to the auxiliary gym. Please arrive as close to 8:15 as possible to ensure that you have enough time to set up. Each vendor will have a table, chair(s), and space for banners, signs, and other materials. If you require an electrical outlet or other special accommodation, please contact Michelle or Logan as soon as possible.

○ 9:15 am – 10:40 am: 10th, 11th, and 12th grade students visit College & Career Fair
○ 10:40 am – 11:00 am: Vendor Check-Out & Display Breakdown
○ 11:00 am – 11:15 am: Wrap Up & Refreshments
● Parking and Check-In: Parking will be available in the upper lot of the S Wing, accessible from South Union Street behind the high school. Additional details on building entry and a parking map will be provided prior to the event.

● Contact Information: College & Career Day Organizers
○ Logan Buchanan: lbuchanan@kcsd.org, 610-444-6635
○ Michelle Sojo Carro: msojocarro@kcsd.org, 610-444-6636
● Inclement Weather: In the event of inclement weather, we will communicate any changes to the plan via email 1-2 days in advance.

In Partnership,
KHS College & Career Day Team
Michelle Sojo Carro & Logan Buchanan

Meet the soon-to-be graduates and students seeking summer work and apprenticeships. The students are prepared with their portfolios and resumes and looking forward to meeting you!

TCHS Pennock’s Bridge (West Grove)-3/6/26

TCHS Brandywine (Downingtown)-4/7/26

TCHS Pickering (Phoenixville)-4/15/26

Contact Jill Stoltzfus at her contact information below. This post will be updated as more information becomes available.

Generally, this is an 8am-3pm event with a break in the middle of the day between AM and PM sessions.

Jill Stoltzfus
Career Readiness Coordinator/E3 Re-Entry Coordinator
Chester County Technical College High Schools
PH: 484-237-5185
Cell: 484-502-9261

jills@cciu.org

The PA CareerLink® of Chester County has partnered with the PA Department of Labor Office of Unemployment Compensation (UC) to offer a series of seminars on a variety of topics that employers experience when dealing with UC.

Learn more UC Employer Workshops Jan-June 2026