Earn AIA Continuing Education Credits with Säzän Group Presentations

Topics range from zero net carbon design and building decarbonization to commissioning, Tribal community engagement, and microgrid development, all grounded in real project experience and practical takeaways your team can put to work right away.

Earn AIA Continuing Education Credits — Brought to You by Säzän Group

At Säzän Group, we’re passionate about sharing our expertise with the broader design community, and continuing education is one of the most meaningful ways we do it. We offer a growing library of AIA-approved continuing education presentations free of charge. They are available virtually to architecture firms and organizations nationwide, or in-person for firms in Washington and Oregon. Our team has had the privilege of presenting to groups like the AIA Arizona Chapter, and we’d love to bring one of these sessions to your organization next.

Each course is approved through AIA’s continuing education program and earns attendees 1 Learning Unit (LU). Topics range from zero net carbon design and building decarbonization to commissioning, Tribal community engagement, and microgrid development, all grounded in real project experience and practical takeaways your team can put to work right away.

Read on to find the right fit for your group and reach out to the contact listed with each course to get something on the calendar.

Our AIA-Approved Course Offerings:

ADVANCING CLEAN ENERGY AND RESILIENCE THROUGH MICROGRID PROJECT DEVELOPMENT

1 LU | Elective | Intermediate | Course No. SCS-001

Microgrids are reshaping how communities and building owners think about energy resilience, and this course gives design professionals the foundation to participate in that shift. Attendees will explore microgrid architecture, including solar photovoltaics (PV) and battery energy storage systems (BESS), along with the required equipment, design and implementation strategies, and standards that guide today’s projects. We also cover the financial resources and market trends that make microgrid development a cost-effective path forward. A timely session for teams working with clients on clean energy goals, grid independence, or long-term infrastructure resilience.

To schedule this presentation for your organization, contact: Jack Newman | jnewman@sazan.com | 206.402.7303

BUILDING COMMISSIONING: WHAT ARCHITECTS NEED TO KNOW

1 LU | Elective | Intermediate | Course No. SCS-2026-002

Commissioning touches nearly every phase of a project — and architects are more involved in the process than many realize. This course gives design professionals a practical, phase-by-phase look at building commissioning: what it is, when it’s required, and how it connects to the Construction Administration work architects are doing every day. We also dig into building enclosure commissioning, where architects play a particularly central role. Whether you’re new to the topic or looking to sharpen your understanding, this session will leave your team better equipped to navigate commissioning with confidence on any project type.

To schedule this presentation for your organization, contact: Shane Doig | sdoig@sazan.com | 206.576.9110

FRAMEWORK FOR ZERO NET CARBON BUILDINGS: PERFORMANCE, RENEWABLES, AND COST

1 LU | HSW | Intermediate | Course No. SGI-2026-001

Getting to zero net carbon requires more than a single design move; it takes an integrated framework. This HSW course walks through the three pillars of successful zero net carbon projects: an integrated design process that drives optimal building performance, renewable energy systems from building-integrated photovoltaics to microgrids and battery storage, and the economic analysis that makes the whole thing viable. Whether your team is just starting to explore sustainability goals or actively working on net-zero projects, this session offers a clear, actionable roadmap for getting there.

To schedule this presentation for your organization, contact: Gaurav Mehta, CEM, BEMP, LFA, LEED AP BD+C, Int. Assoc. AIA | gmehta@sazan.com | 206.576.7200

THE BUSINESS CASE FOR DECARBONIZATION: AN OWNER’S PERSPECTIVE
1 LU | Elective | Introductory | Course No. SGI-2020-002

Building owners are under increasing pressure from energy codes, performance mandates, and shifting market expectations and the architects advising them need to understand that landscape too. This introductory course makes the case for building decarbonization from a practical, financial standpoint. We cover the science and regulatory drivers behind the push, the key strategies available for both new construction and existing buildings, and the real financial tools (tax incentives, green financing, and more) that make decarbonization not just the right thing to do, but a smart business decision. A great session for firms working closely with owners on long-term building strategy.

To schedule this presentation for your organization, contact: Matthew Combe | MCombe@sazan.com | 206.604.1413

WEAVING TRIBAL ENGAGEMENT AND MEP BUILDING DESIGN TOGETHER
1 LU | Elective | Course No. SGI-2026-003

Designing facilities for Tribal communities calls for more than technical expertise; it requires genuine partnership and an understanding of how cultural values shape every building decision. This course explores how heating, cooling, electrical, plumbing, and building systems can be thoughtfully designed to reflect and support Tribal community priorities. Attendees will walk away with an understanding of real-world project examples, available funding resources, and the processes that ensure Tribal facilities are built to be resilient and meaningful for the communities they serve.

To schedule this presentation for your organization, contact: Sean Lawrence | slawrence@sazan.com | 206.476.8718

Bring Säzän Group to Your Next Event

All of our presentations are available virtually for firms and organizations across the country, or in-person for those in the Seattle area. Scheduling is straightforward; just reach out to the contact listed with the course you’re interested in, and we’ll take it from there.

You can also browse our full approved course catalog directly through the AIA Continuing Education Provider directory at ceprovider.aia.org.

We’d love to see you in a session soon!