This module provides a high level introduction to the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction (MFNC) program.  It includes information about which buildings qualify to be certified under this program, a high level look at the program requirements, the participants that work within the program, and the compliance paths that are available.

The first verification work for an ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction project happens during project design.  This module takes you through the design considerations and requirements including partnership status, high-performance fenestration and insulation, review of the HVAC Design Report, and additional construction document review.

There is quite a bit to verify in the field as an ENERGY STAR multifamily project is being built.  This module provides an introduction to the following modules and provides the checklists and handouts that will be referenced as we move through these verification steps.

Verification occurs throughout construction for an ENERGY STAR project.  This module focuses on the envelope verification items and provides details on how to verify high-performance fenestration and insulation, fully-aligned air barriers, reduced thermal bridging, and air sealing.

Verifying the HVAC and distribution systems is a critical component to an ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction project.  This module covers the verification of the heating and cooling equipment, the duct quality installation, dwelling-unit and common space mechanical ventilation systems, local mechanical exhaust, and filtration.

Special attention must be paid to combustion appliances in a well-sealed ENERGY STAR project.  This module covers these combustion appliances as well as domestic hot water, lighting, appliances, and plumbing fixtures.

Large ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction projects must provide their consumption data to the EPA for benchmarking and other studies.  This module provides information on determining a whole building energy consumption data acquisition strategy.

Try your hand at practice exams. Submit a request form to be placed into the ENERGY STAR Multifamily New Construction exam and complete your certification.