HVAC professionals and contractors: Join RNDC and the Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative this March for two free, hands-on training courses led by experts from the Center for Energy and Environment.
The ASHP Comfort Advisor Training (March 11, 8–11 AM in North Mankato) aims to help sales staff and owners strengthen their ability to discuss and implement heat pump solutions.
Register for the Advisor Training at https://checkout.eventcreate.com/ashp-contractor-training-mankato-2026/register-details?oid=3583f244-1ec6-4085-b1f5-76b0f19da9c5
The Quality Heat Pump Installations and Commissioning Training (March 11–12 in Mankato) is ideal for EPA 608-certified installers and technicians ready to advance their skills.
- Learn the 6-step heat pump replacement process to perform a quality install and commissioning, including simplified wiring schematics, best practices for leak-free line sets, state-of-the-art diagnostics and commissioning, and much more
- Get hands-on with real equipment and scenarios designed by experienced installers
- Earn NATE continuing education requirements and Energy Skilled Recognition for Heat Pump Installation to boost your business’ profile and visibility on Google
Register for the Installations and Commissioning Training at https://bit.ly/se-sp26-inst
Attendees will also become eligible for the Collaborative’s preferred contractor list and gain the tools needed to help customers access state rebates through the HOMEs and HEAR programs.
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in News/by Region NineASHP Contractor Training Day 2
in /by Region NineHVAC professionals and contractors: Join RNDC and the Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative this March for two free, hands-on training courses led by experts from the Center for Energy and Environment.
The ASHP Comfort Advisor Training (March 11, 8–11 AM in North Mankato) aims to help sales staff and owners strengthen their ability to discuss and implement heat pump solutions.
Register for the Advisor Training at https://checkout.eventcreate.com/ashp-contractor-training-mankato-2026/register-details?oid=3583f244-1ec6-4085-b1f5-76b0f19da9c5
The Quality Heat Pump Installations and Commissioning Training (March 11–12 in Mankato) is ideal for EPA 608-certified installers and technicians ready to advance their skills.
Register for the Installations and Commissioning Training at https://bit.ly/se-sp26-inst
Attendees will also become eligible for the Collaborative’s preferred contractor list and gain the tools needed to help customers access state rebates through the HOMEs and HEAR programs.
ASHP Contractor Training Day 1
in /by Region NineHVAC professionals and contractors: Join RNDC and the Air Source Heat Pump Collaborative this March for two free, hands-on training courses led by experts from the Center for Energy and Environment.
The ASHP Comfort Advisor Training (March 11, 8–11 AM in North Mankato) aims to help sales staff and owners strengthen their ability to discuss and implement heat pump solutions.
Register for the Advisor Training at https://checkout.eventcreate.com/ashp-contractor-training-mankato-2026/register-details?oid=3583f244-1ec6-4085-b1f5-76b0f19da9c5
The Quality Heat Pump Installations and Commissioning Training (March 11–12 in Mankato) is ideal for EPA 608-certified installers and technicians ready to advance their skills.
Register for the Installations and Commissioning Training at https://bit.ly/se-sp26-inst
Attendees will also become eligible for the Collaborative’s preferred contractor list and gain the tools needed to help customers access state rebates through the HOMEs and HEAR programs.
February 2026 E-Newsletter
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New Ulm Chamber Grant Writing Workshop
in /by Region NineThis interactive workshop is designed to help nonprofit leaders, staff, and volunteers better understand what makes a strong grant proposal and how to approach grant funding realistically and strategically.
St. Peter Chamber Business After Hours April
in /by Region NineThe St. Peter Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Hosting is an excellent way to introduce yourself and to become better known in the business community.
St. Peter Chamber Business After Hours
in /by Region NineThe St. Peter Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Hosting is an excellent way to introduce yourself and to become better known in the business community.
St. Peter Chamber Business After Hours
in /by Region NineThe St. Peter Chamber of Commerce Business After Hours is held on the third Tuesday of each month from 4:30-6:00 p.m. Hosting is an excellent way to introduce yourself and to become better known in the business community.
Managing Future Floods and Droughts in Minnesota
in /by Region NineThe Minnesota Climate Adaptation Program and Great River Greening invite you to join in an action planning workshop integrating climate modeling data with best management practices for floods, drought, and shifts in annual rainfall patterns. The workshop will take place at the St. Peter Community Center on Wednesday, February 25 from 9:30am – 3:30pm. Lunch, snacks, and coffee will be provided.
January 2026 E-Newsletter
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