Archive for April 2026
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Read More2026 National Home Performance Conference & Trade Show Recap
We celebrated 40 years of progress at the 2026 National Home Performance Conference and Trade Show in Columbus, Ohio. Hosted April 13-16, 2026, this conference brought together over 1,600 members of our industry. NHPC’26 Highlights NHPC’26 was a celebration of the history of the industry while looking ahead to what’s next. We express our gratitude…
Read MoreHome Energy Rebates Are Coming: DOE Confirms Plans to Release Billions in Funds to States
The Building Performance Association (BPA) applauds the U.S. Department of Energy’s commitment to release billions of dollars in State Home Energy Rebate Funds. This afternoon, in the administration’s first public statement on the status of the programs, Secretary of Energy Chris Wright assured members of the House Appropriations Committee that his agency is completing its…
Read MoreProposed Maryland Legislation Could Cut EmPOWER Program Funding
Update: April 13, 2026 Maryland EmPOWER Program Funding UpdateThe House and Senate passed the final negotiated version of the Utility RELIEF Act, sending it to Governor Moore for expected swift signature. The final bill is estimated to reduce the EmPOWER Maryland market-rate energy efficiency programs by up to 50%, but preserve low-income programs. This is…
Read MoreJoin BPA’s Board and Help Shape the Future of Home Performance
Now through May 21, BPA invites nominations for individuals to join the BPA Board of Directors. Board members have the opportunity to help shape the future of home performance, influence the direction of the organization, and make valuable contributions to the industry. BPA is committed to promoting fairness within the industry and is actively seeking…
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