Training & Courses 2025 General Info Session Interested in Courses at Southface? Join us for this brief info session where Southface trainers are available to answer any questions you may have! We'll discuss all of our upcoming training opportunities and classes. Got questions about the course content… Learn More
Southface Institute Chosen as Key Facilitator for DOE Energy Future Grants Program The Department of Energy’s (DOE) Energy Future Grants (EFG) Program has chosen RMI (founded as Rocky Mountain Institute), Southface Institute, and Sustainable Capital Advisors (SCA) to serve as key facilitators for the EFG Program Technical Assistance Cohorts. RMI and Southface… Learn More
Our Spelman College Sustainability Tour In October, Southface Institute leadership toured Spelman College’s historic campus with Art Frazier (Director of Facilities), Iesha Baldwin (Sustainability Coordinator), and Karringtyn Johnson (Student Associate). The tour focused on understanding the college’s new construction and sustainable operations progress along with… Learn More
Fundamentals of Building Science This one-day training combines key elements of Southface’s Basic Building Science and Applied Building Science courses, providing a great introduction to many of the core concepts that run throughout Southface’s training offerings. Upon completion, you will have a strong baseline… Learn More
Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier – Online Training This three-day online course is designed to introduce the skills necessary to become a Duct and Envelope Tightness (DET) Verifier, certified to perform the diagnostic testing required for new homes by the 2009 and 2012 IECC amendments (content updated for… Learn More
Manual J Load Calculation Training During this two-day course, students will dive into Manual J calculation standards for HVAC sizing and energy code compliance. Students will not only learn how to use the CoolCalc Manual J calculation software, but also understand why proper sizing is… Learn More
Katrina Rachel As program coordinator for Southface’s GoodUse program, Katrina assists in essential administrative support, coordination, community/stakeholder outreach and grant compliance management of the Department of Energy’s Renew America Grant. GoodUse’s valuable “hand-held” model for grantees is synonymous with Katrina’s passion for… Learn More
Southface Institute Announces Marcel Henry as New CFO Marcel Henry, Southface CFO Southface Institute welcomes Marcel Henry as the organization’s new Chief Financial Officer. Henry will focus on Southface’s financial management and strategic planning. Henry brings to Southface his more than 25 years of executive leadership experience… Learn More
Georgia Leads in Building Envelope and Ductwork Standards As concerns about energy costs, carbon emissions, and airborne hazards grow, more homeowners and housing developers are focusing on building performance. Over the past several decades, Georgia has become a leader in two of the most important performance indicators: the… Learn More
Blog: ATL RESup Launch Advances Sustainability in Affordable Housing with BIT Building Southface Staff | October 21, 2024 In September, Southface Institute welcomed members from The Integral Group and Westside Future Fund to its campus for the first session of the Atlanta Residential Upgrades Multifamily Program (ATL RES UP). Sponsored by Atlanta Housing and offered in partnership with… Learn More
