Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) Training Program | February 2027
Includes Multiple Live Events. The next is on 02/23/2027 at 8:00 AM (EST)
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- Early bird pricing available!
- Non-member - $1,300
- Member - $1,200
- Regular Price after 02/12/2027 12:00 AM
- Non-member - $1,400
- Member - $1,300
Overview
February 23-24, 2027
Registration Pricing
Register early to receive the standard training rate. Late registration pricing applies during the final registration period.
Registration closes 2 business days prior to training start or if course reaches capacity.
Course Description
The Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) Training Program is designed to provide attendees a concise, but comprehensive overview of practices for improving energy management and energy efficiency in buildings and across facilities. Many energy professionals use this program to develop their background knowledge before embarking on a path to the Certified Energy Manager (CEM) or Business Energy Professional (BEP) certifications.
Program at a Glance
| Format: Virtual | Credits: 1.5 CEU • 15 PDH • 3 AEE |
| Starting Price: $1,200 (AEE Member) |
Who Should Attend
AEE’s EEP certification provides international credibility among energy management, sustainable and clean energy communities. Attendees of this program have included young energy professionals, newly qualified energy engineers, or individuals recently promoted to energy managers. It also includes non-energy professionals looking to gain an insight into energy management theories and practices, such as executives, financial executives, operations managers, architects, and consultants.
Schedule
Daily Breaks (Days 1–2): AM Break (15 min) • Lunch Break (1 hr) • PM Break (15 min)
Please see the "My Learning Schedule" tab for schedule information.
Remote exams are scheduled on an individual basis. See the Certification Registration tab for additional instructions.
Pursuing the EEP Certification?
This training program prepares attendees to take the Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) exam. Registering for training does not register you for the certification exam — see the Certification Registration tab for full details and requirements.
What You Will Learn
Fredric Goldner, CEM, CEA
Instructor
Fred has over 30 years' experience and is a nationally recognized expert in the field of energy auditing and management. He is currently involved in a wide variety of projects, including facility audits, use analyses, research, and energy master planning and program design. He is a nationally recognized expert in the area of energy auditing and management and has lead audits and audit teams for hundreds of facilities totaling tens of millions square feet. Over eight years, he conducted extensive research in the area of multifamily building DHW loads and systems. As a result, he authored a new set of DHW sizing guidelines included in the ASHRAE Handbook and the ASPE DWH Design Manual. He is also an adjunct professor at the Center for Energy Policy & Research at NYIT. Over the past thirty years, Fred has taught over 13,000 professionals and trade persons across the globe, in addition to co-authoring several publications and books, including ASHRAE's Energy Efficiency Guide for Existing Commercial Buildings: The Business Case for Building Owners and Managers. Fred served as International President of AEE in 2003, has received many awards for his work, and was inducted into the Energy Managers Hall of Fame in 2007 for his lifetime of achievement in promoting the practices and principles of Energy Management.
Fred sits on numerous engineering, and industry committees and boards, including AEEs Certified Energy Manager Board and is one of the authors of the recently released ASHRAE Energy Audit Standard. Fred also remains an active member of the New York Chapter AEE Board of Directors. Visit emra.com to learn more.
Certification Registration
Certification Program
This training program prepares attendees to take the Energy Efficiency Practitioner (EEP) exam. Please review the requirements for certification on the Becoming an EEP page. A separate certification and application fee applies.
Training Registration Does Not Register You for the Certification Exam
Registering for the training does NOT register you for the certification exam. To take the exam, you must register for the exam and pay a separate fee.
Submit Your Certification Application Early
Attendees are encouraged to complete a certification application 4 weeks prior to taking the exam.
After You Apply
After you submit the certification application, you will receive an email confirmation letter from AEE within 4 weeks.
Any additional questions about the EEP exam, certification eligibility, scheduling, or the application process can be directed to our EEP Certification Director, Francine Seskin, at [email protected].
Certification Resources
Need Help With Certification?
Contact Francine Seskin at [email protected].
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LockedSuggested Reference Books
The following books are suggested reference books and printed copies are available through the AEE Bookstore. AEE members receive a 15% discount on printed books.
Reference Books Are Optional
Reference books are not required and are intended to help prepare for a training course and exam.
Digital Books Through the AEE eLibrary
Digital copies of these books are available through the AEE eLibrary, which is a great resource for accessing searchable content as well as highlighting and taking notes. The eLibrary is available to AEE members for the low discounted price of $50 per year. Digital books cannot be printed or accessed during the certification exam. If you’re an AEE member, add the eLibrary subscription to your membership here. If you’re not a member, join AEE here and add the eLibrary subscription to your membership.
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Transfer & Cancellation Policy
The following terms and conditions apply to Participants who register for training programs with the Association of Energy Engineers, Inc. (AEE). By registering for a course, you agree to these terms and conditions.
Contact the AEE Training Department
Transfer, substitution, and cancellation requests must be submitted to [email protected].
Transfer Policy
Virtual / Online
- Registration fees can be transferred to another public course offering.
- Registration can be substituted with another person who is interested in taking the course; any cost increase differences plus associated transfer fees must be paid for by the registrant — AEE will not refund fee transfer cost differentials.
- Transfer options expire one year from the original registration order date.
- Registrants who request a refund or transfer after the course start date must submit supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance – including first day no show. All documentation will be evaluated and the decision will be communicated in writing.
- Registrants who fail to provide supporting documentation of extenuating circumstances preventing attendance are ineligible for a refund or transfer.
- Registrants who request a refund or transfer before the course start date must submit an email request to [email protected] 14 days before the course’s start date.
- There is a $200 transfer fee.
Cancellation Policy
Virtual / Online
- Registrants who cancel 21 days or more before the start date are eligible for a refund minus a $200 cancellation fee.
- Registrants who cancel 20 days or less before the start date, or who are no-shows, are ineligible for a refund.
Changes Outside of AEE's Control
If there are changes to a training program that are outside of AEE’s control (including, but not limited to, instructor illness, acts of terrorism, acts of God, war, civil disturbances, declaration of national emergency, accidents or labor disputes, fire, flood, storms etc.), participants will be notified as soon as possible, and AEE’s liability will be limited to the reimbursement of the training program registration fee.
