BayREN Presents: North Bay Contractor Heat Pump Water Heater Forum and Trainings
The first North Bay Contractor Forum and Training will be taking place on Friday, January 30 from 7:30AM to 11:30AM at the Petaluma Veterans Building 1094 Petaluma Blvd South, Petaluma, CA 94952. The event is an effort of the Bay Area Regional Energy Network (BayREN) and the counties of Napa, Sonoma, and Marin. This forum and training event will feature manufacturer training from A.O. Smith and Eco2Systems (Sanco2) for their Heat Pump Water Heater models along with lively discussions on how to sell the
Understanding the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Requirements by Eric Rogers, Wagstaff + Rogers Architects
Table of ContentsUnderstanding the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) RequirementsThe Recent Change: Why Marin County Banned Wood Exteriors for 2026What This Means for Builders, Homeowners, and BuyersArchitecture in WUI ZonesMarin in ContextNot Just a Local TrendWhat This Means for ClientsAdapting to the Realities of WUI LivingUnderstanding the Wildland Urban Interface (WUI) Requirements Learn how Marin County’s updated 2026 WUI requirements impact new construction, remodels, siding materials, and
Fire Smart Yards: A Visual Guide for Landscapers - A FIRE SAFE MARIN Publication
Check out the Fire Smart Yards flipbook – a bilingual (English + Spanish), photo-rich guide to designing beautiful, fire-resilient landscapes. Created with input from local landscape professionals, this flipbook offers practical tips and inspiring visuals on mulch, spacing, tree care, and more. Whether you’re a seasoned pro, a hobby gardener, or just curious about fire-smart landscaping, this is for you. View It here. This guide provides a brief overview of the main principles of fire smart landscaping,