Discover upcoming opportunities to help you gain high-performance building skills, connect with industry professionals, and grow your career in Oregon's residential construction industry.
October
WED October 21
5:00 - 7:00 PMPortland, OR
Oregon Tradeswomen Social Hour
Oregon Tradeswomen welcomes tradesworkers in our region to join our monthly gatherings to connect, network, discover opportunities, and give or receive support. Join us to share how you're doing and spend a little time with your community. Light refreshments are provided.
COST: NO COST
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MON - THURS October 26 - 29
Portland, OR & Online
Heat Pump Water Heater Week
Join us for virtual and in-person sessions throughout the week, culminating in our final day, Thursday, October 29th.
COST: NO COST
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TUES October 27
12:00 - 1:00 PM
Online
Lead Poisoning Prevention and Radon Workshop
This workshop provides information on household lead poisoning and Radon risks and how to prevent exposure and mitigate these hazards.
Lead poisoning can occur through exposure to old household paint, drinking water, soil, and certain occupations. Participants will learn about the health effects and common sources of lead exposure and basic prevention measures to limit future exposure. Radon exposure occurs in homes because of radon gas rising through the cracks and gaps from your foundation. Participants will learn how and when to test and mitigate for radon gas. To receive a free kit of materials, you must live in the City of Portland and your income must be at or below 80% of the Portland area median income.
This workshop will take place online via Zoom. Once registered, a zoom link will be shared with you.
COST: NO COST
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TUES October 27
6:30 - 7:30 PM
Portland, OR
Community Solar Workshop
欢迎加入我们，了解“社区太阳能”（Community Solar）如何助力实现波特兰的清洁能源目标，为 您节省开支，并让您获赠一套免费的节能套装！
欢迎参加免费的社区太阳能讲座：节省您的电费帐单！
太阳能不再仅仅属于那些拥有适合安装太阳能电池板屋顶的房主。无论你是租房、居住在公寓，还是拥有自己的住房，都可以通过“社区太阳能”项目利用清洁能源，并降低每月的电费支出。
欢迎参加这场互动式且内容丰富的研讨会，我们将为您详细解析社区太阳能的运作原理、它如何帮助您降低能源成本，以及参与流程是多么简单便捷。
COST: NO COST
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TUES October 27
5:00 - 6:30 PMOnline
ONLINE Winter Weatherization Workshop
Make your heating work smarter, not harder this season. Lower your energy bills, stay comfortable in your home, and save natural resources.
The DIY Winter Weatherization workshop has been helping Portland area residents reduce their home energy usage since 1979. This workshop teaches low-cost energy-saving techniques for renters and homeowners alike. Learn how to save money and energy, stop drafts, and prevent mold. Qualified participants will receive a free kit of materials to lower energy costs and stay warmer in their homes during the colder months. To receive a free kit of materials, you must live in Multnomah County and your income must be at or below 80% of the Portland area median income.
COST: NO COST
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THURS October 29
8:30 AMOnline
An Introduction to Home Energy Assessments
Join Energy Trust for this free presentation as we discuss the basics of Home Energy Assessments. Participants will learn the basic skills needed to complete them as well as gain an increased understanding of Community Partner Program specific forms and requirements.
COST: NO COST
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THURS October 29
6:00 - 7:30 PMOnline
Más Allá del Letrero: Marketing que Trae Clientes
¿Sientes que ya intentaste redes sociales, página web, hasta tarjetas y aún así te faltan clientes? Tener presencia en línea es como tener un letrero: no sirve de nada si nadie pasa por esa calle. En este taller virtual y gratuito descubrirás por qué tener presencia no es lo mismo que tener un plan, y qué hacer para que tu negocio realmente llegue a las personas correctas.
Temas que cubriremos:
- Por qué las redes sociales y la página web son solo una pieza del marketing, no todo
- Branding: qué hay detrás del logo y por qué importa más que el logo mismo
- Cómo identificar a tu cliente ideal, dónde encontrarlo, cuándo captar su atención y qué decirle para ganarte su confianza
- Casos reales aplicados a construcción, comida y otros negocios
- Un plan de acción que puedes aplicar la misma semana
COST: NO COST
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THURS October 29
6:30 - 7:30 PMPortland, OR
Community Solar Workshop
Join Us for a Free Community Solar Workshop: Save Money on Your Utility Bill!
Solar energy is no longer just for homeowners with rooftops built for solar panels. Whether you rent an apartment, live in a condo, or own your home, you can tap into clean energy and lower your monthly electric bill through Community Solar.
Join us for an interactive, informative workshop where we’ll break down how community solar works, how it cuts down your energy costs, and how easy it is to enroll.
COST: NO COST
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Various Dates
Various Locations, OR
Volunteer with Catalyst Partnerships NW
Join us as Taking Ownership PDX presents their powerful, community-rooted model for supporting Black and Brown homeowners through critical home repairs, retrofits, and housing stability services. This session will highlight how their work helps residents remain in their homes, avoid displacement caused by rising repair costs, and build long-term wealth and equity in neighborhoods that have faced historic and systemic disadvantages. Attendees will gain insight into their impact, approach, and the broader movement to preserve homeownership and strengthen community resilience across Portland.
COST: NO COST
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November
TUES November 3
12:00 - 1:00 PMOnline
Start Your Business: A Crash Course in Business Basics (In English) with Workshops & Trainings
Thinking of starting a business? This (online) live session is a crash course in business basics: where to start, what to know, and what to be thinking about when starting a new business. We will discuss the differences between entity types, how to register your entity, business licenses, EINs, setting up a business bank account, financing, business planning, resources, Q&A and more!
COST: NO COST
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THURS November 5
8:30 AMOnline
Inspecting Unconditioned Spaces
Join Energy Trust for this free presentation as we discuss the basics of Unconditioned Spaces. Participants will learn the basic skills of inspecting attic and crawlspaces. The training will include identification of potential upgrades as well as understanding what a successful measure installation looks like.
COST: NO COST
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FRI November 6
7:00 AM - 3:30 PMPortland, OR
Certificación de Plomo RRP
¡Reciba su certificación de renovación y reparación de pintura con base de plomo RRP a LatinoBuilt! La Clase de Certificación en Pintura con Plomo Incluye:
- Certificación de renovador de pintura con plomo para la EPA, el HUD, los estados de Oregón y Washington, y todas las jurisdicciones federales
- 8 horas de créditos de educación continua del CCB
- Todo la documentación, los manuales, y los materiales
COST: $100 for members, $267 for non-members
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TUES November 10
8:30 AMOnline
Heat Pump Best Practices
Join Energy Trust and guest presenter John Heflin, Trade Ally Outreach Manager for Comfort Ready Home a Bonneville power Administration energy efficiency program. This training will cover heat pump best practices with a focus on quality commissioning and documentation.
COST: NO COST
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TUES November 10
5:00 PMPortland, OR
Análisis de Punto de Equilibrio/Break-Even Analysis
En este taller aprenderás de manera práctica y sencilla qué es el punto de equilibrio y cómo utilizarlo para tomar mejores decisiones financieras en tu negocio. Exploraremos cómo calcular cuánto necesitas vender para cubrir todos tus costos y comenzar a generar ganancias. También aprenderás a identificar tus costos fijos y variables, establecer metas de ventas y entender cómo los cambios en precios, costos y volumen de ventas pueden afectar la rentabilidad de tu negocio.
In this workshop, you will learn the practical and straightforward way what the Break-Even Analysis is, and how to utilize it to make better financial decisions for your business. We will explore how to calculate how much you need to sell to cover all of your costs and start generating profits. You will also learn to identify your fixed and variable costs, set sales goals and understand how changes in prices, costs, and sales volume can affect your business's profitability.
COST: NO COST
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WED November 11
11:00 AM - 3:00 PMPortland, OR
Tabling at the Rosewood Initiative
Come talk and connect with Community Energy Project and learn more about their resources.
COST: NO COST
No Registration Required
THURS November 12
12:00 - 1:30 PMOnline
ONLINE Winter Weatherization Workshop
Make your heating work smarter, not harder this season. Lower your energy bills, stay comfortable in your home, and save natural resources.
The DIY Winter Weatherization workshop has been helping Portland area residents reduce their home energy usage since 1979. This workshop teaches low-cost energy-saving techniques for renters and homeowners alike. Learn how to save money and energy, stop drafts, and prevent mold. Qualified participants will receive a free kit of materials to lower energy costs and stay warmer in their homes during the colder months. To receive a free kit of materials, you must live in Multnomah County and your income must be at or below 80% of the Portland area median income.
COST: NO COST
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THURS November 12
5:00 - 7:00 PMPortland, OR
¿Está ahorrando suficiente dinero para pagar sus impuestos?
Los impuestos pueden ser uno de los mayores retos financieros para los contratistas y dueños de pequeños negocios. En este taller práctico, María, Contadora Pública Certificada (CPA), le ayudará a comprender mejor cómo planificar los impuestos de su negocio y evitar sorpresas al momento de pagar.
Taxes can be one of the biggest financial challenges for contractors and small-business owners. In this practical workshop, Certified Public Accountant (CPA) Maria will help you better understand how to plan for your business taxes and avoid unexpected tax bills.
COST: NO COST
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FRI November 13
9:00 AM - 3:00 PMPortland, OR
Sustainable Construction Career Day
The Sustainable Construction Career Day provides a space for the next generation of new workers and emerging construction professionals to explore careers in the sustainable residential trades and learn about upcoming training program opportunities.
Hosted by Earth Advantage and Oregon Tradeswomen in collaboration with our network of partners, this event series brings together emerging talent, mentors, and industry leaders to provide insight into high-demand, future-focused construction careers.
COST: NO COST
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SAT November 14
9:00 AM - 3:30 PMPortland, OR
Tradesworker Leadership Institute
Since 2007, our community of tradesworkers has come together at Oregon Tradeswomen’s annual Tradesworker Leadership Institute (TLI) with the goal of advancing their careers. Oregon Tradeswomen staff design this event to highlight growth and leadership opportunities such as success in apprenticeship, getting involved in your Union, public policy and advocacy, and general career advancement.
Join us for a day of workshops designed to support your career in the trades. Improve your communication skills, learn how to build a solid support network, get tips on how to take care of your mental health, create change by getting involved in local politics, build resilience, and feel more prepared for hard times whether it be from layoffs or other circumstances. No matter where you are in your career, there will be something for you to learn at the Tradesworker Leadership Institute!
COST: NO COST
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WED November 18
5:00 - 7:00 PMPortland, OR
Oregon Tradeswomen Social Hour
Oregon Tradeswomen welcomes tradesworkers in our region to join our monthly gatherings to connect, network, discover opportunities, and give or receive support. Join us to share how you're doing and spend a little time with your community. Light refreshments are provided.
COST: NO COST
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THURS November 19
4:00 - 6:00 PMPortland, OR
Oregon OSHA Inspection Process
Esta sesión de capacitación está diseñada para proporcionar a empleadores y futuros emprendedores conocimientos esenciales sobre las inspecciones de Oregon OSHA y los beneficios de utilizar los Servicios de Consultoría de Oregon OSHA. Los participantes aprenderán qué esperar durante una inspección, incluido el proceso de inspección, las áreas clave de enfoque y las mejores prácticas para estar en cumplimiento. Además, la sesión abordará las ventajas de solicitar los Servicios de Consultoría de Oregon OSHA, incluyendo la orientación experta sobre seguridad y salud en el lugar de trabajo, identificación de riesgos laborales y asistencia para el cumplimiento.
This training session is designed to equip employers and future entrepreneurs with essential knowledge about Oregon OSHA inspections and the benefits of utilizing Oregon OSHA Consultation Services. Participants will learn what to expect during an inspection, including the inspection process, key areas of focus, and best practices for compliance. Additionally, the session will cover the advantages of requesting Oregon OSHA Consultation Services, including expert guidance on workplace safety and health, hazard identification, and compliance assistance.
COST: NO COST
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THURS November 19
4:30 - 6:30 PMPortland, OR
Home Performance Guild November 2026 Monthly Member Meeting
You won't want to miss our November Member Meeting - it's going to be a night of contractor connections, specialty-trade matchmaking, and partnership-building activities!
Successful home energy projects often depend on strong partnerships and trusted subcontractors. Join Energy Friendly Homes and the Home Performance Guild for Contractor Connections: Building Relationships with Specialty Trades & Industry Partners, an interactive networking event designed to help contractors build relationships with specialty trades and industry partners that support home energy upgrades.
The event brings together contractors and businesses that commonly work together on Energy Friendly Homes projects, including insulation and air sealing, HVAC, mold remediation, plumbing, electrical, and carpentry. Participants will have the opportunity to expand their professional networks, explore partnership opportunities, and learn what makes successful contractor-to-contractor relationships.
Whether you're looking for project partners, subcontracting opportunities, or stronger connections within the home performance industry, this event is designed to help grow your contractor network and strengthen your business.
COST: NO COST
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December
TUES December 8
5:00 - 7:00 PMPortland, OR
Sustainable Building Monthly: Holiday Party
Join us for the end-of-year Holiday Party as SBM, ASHRAE Oregon, and partners come together for a festive evening of good food, drinks, and warm community vibes to close out 2026. This celebration is all about connection, bringing together colleagues, collaborators, and new friends from across the sustainability and building industries. Come unwind, share gratitude, and enjoy a cozy, more-the-merrier gathering as we toast to another year of progress and partnership.
COST: NO COST
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