New Course: 3-Hour Energy Storage Building and Fire Codes with Sean White and Bill Brooks

Navigate the complex world of energy storage codes with industry veterans Bill Brooks and Sean White in the new 3-Hour Energy Storage Building and Fire Codes course. This engaging class cuts through the complexity of the 2024 International Code Council (ICC) Codes (primarily the International Fire Code and the International Residential Code) and 2023 NFPA 855, covering practical information that you can immediately apply to your work and projects. This course combines technical expertise with real-world applications and even adds some classic Bill and Sean humor to make this complex content both accessible and memorable.

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, learners will:

• Understand the 2024 ICC Codes and how they evolved from the 2021 ICC Codes
• Know exactly where to find the right Energy Storage System (ESS) code for your specific project
• Understand when and how NFPA 855 applies to your installations
• Navigate the relationships between different code bodies (ICC, NFPA, NEC)
• Earn NABCEP CEUs while gaining up-to-date code knowledge

What Makes This Course Different

This isn’t your typical code lecture. Bill and Sean break down complex requirements into digestible pieces, explaining not just what the codes require, but why they exist and how they evolved. You’ll learn:

• Real-world implications of code changes
• Practical strategies for code compliance
• Common pitfalls and how to avoid them
• Tips for navigating different jurisdictions’ requirements

Meet Your Instructors

Bill Brooks

Bill Brooks, PE, is the founder of Brooks Engineering LLC. He brings over 30 years of experience in PV system design, installation, and evaluation, having trained more than 12,000 installers and inspectors worldwide. As a key member of multiple code-making panels, including the National Electrical Code Article 690 and IEC TC82, he has shaped industry standards while authoring influential technical manuals such as the Expedited Permit Process for PV Systems. 

Sean White 

Known for his ability to make technical concepts understandable and relatable, Sean White spends most of his time educating the industry on solar and storage technologies. His teaching approach bridges the gap between complex requirements and real-world implementation, making code compliance straightforward and achievable.

Enroll in the 3-Hour Energy Storage Building and Fire Codes course today to learn the latest energy storage code requirements and their practical applications in the field!