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MAY 2014 10 THE JOURNAL No. 8 on Get It Quick Page The Propane Education & Research Council (PERC) is now offering two comprehensive courses designed to help residential building professionals make more informed decisions about space- and water-heating systems. These free courses — A Comparative Analysis of Residential Space Heating Systems and A Comparative Analysis of Residential Water Heating Systems — are available at PERC's online Propane Training Acad- emy. "By taking these courses, homebuilders, architects, remodelers, and HVAC pro- fessionals can further differentiate them- selves in the eyes of their customers," said Bridget Kidd, PERC's director of residen- tial and commercial programs. "Our goal is to equip construction professionals with the knowledge and tools they need to con- fidently present their clients with the space heating and water heating options that best suit their unique needs." A Comparative Analysis of Residential Heating Systems is designed to help residential building and remodeling professionals answer their cus- tomers' heating system questions with clarity and precision. The course analyzes new re- search based upon building energy modeling to compare 15 different heating systems using propane, electricity, or heating oil in new and existing homes in 20 locations across the U.S. Available as a video or as an on-demand webinar, this course presents a number of highlights and conclusions from the re- search to point out key considerations when choosing a heating system. "In colder climates, space heating rep- resents almost half of the annual energy costs for a residence," Kidd said. "Select- ing the right heating system for new con- struction or retrofits is more complex than ever with many choices and new factors, such as carbon emissions, playing a grow- ing role. This course helps professionals identify the best options for locations where affordable access to natural gas is not avail- able." Professionals interested in learning the en- PERC Offers Space and Water Heating Courses For Residential Builders and Contractors