Archive for January 2025
Insulation, HVAC, and Home Energy Performance Businesses Urge Lawmakers to Keep Home Improvement Tax Credit
Nearly 1000 contractors, distributors, and manufacturers from the U.S. insulation, heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and home performance industries have joined in strong support for the 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement Tax Credit. Collectively, these businesses make up the backbone of the energy efficiency industry, a sector that currently employs nearly 2.3 million workers across the…
Read MoreJanuary 2025 State Updates
Looking for the latest industry updates in your state and across the nation? Here are our newest and noteworthy updates from January 2025. Click here to find your state and see the latest updates, projects, federal funding information, and events. State Industry News Arizona – The Building Performance Association (BPA) invites Arizona contractors to attend…
Read MoreSaying Goodbye to the Pre-Conference Vernacular
2025 marks year 10 of our effort to phase out the term “pre-conference” in describing our Monday offerings included with the price of admission. Historically, “pre-conference” referred to optional, paid activities, but over time it became a confusing way to describe Monday’s unique workshops and sessions. In 2022, we made some changes to the first…
Read MoreBPA Stands with the City of New Orleans
In light of the recent tragic events, we want to express our deepest sympathy and solidarity with the people of New Orleans. This city has always exemplified strength and resilience, and in the face of adversity, the spirit of the community remains unshaken. New Orleans is one of our favorite places to hold our conference,…
Read More2025 is the Year of Focus
by Steve Skodak Workforce. Rebates. Consumer demand. Awareness. Certifications. Electrification. Carbon emissions. Government policies. Building codes. Which of these has the biggest impact on your business or job? Likely, they all do and the amount in which they do varies depending on factors such as if your state is receiving federal funding or if you…
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