September 2025 State Updates
September 26, 2025
Looking for the latest industry updates in your state and across the nation? Here are our newest and noteworthy updates from September 2025.
Click here to find your state and see the latest updates, projects, federal funding information, and events.
BPA State News
Arizona – The Building Performance Association (BPA) will host our next policy update for Arizona contractors on Wednesday, October 8, at 9:00 AM PT—we hope you can join us! This session will cover the status of federal programs such as the Home Energy rebates, Weatherization Assistance Program, LIHEAP, and tax credits, as well as the recent vote by the Arizona Corporation Commission to repeal the energy efficiency standards rules for electric and gas utilities. Come join us to learn about what this repeal vote means for you, what it doesn’t mean, and how you can stay engaged. Learn more and register here.
Nevada – Similarly to the aforementioned policy webinar for Arizona contractors, we will also host a virtual policy update for Nevada contractors on Wednesday, October 8 at 8:00 AM PT. We will provide timely updates on federal initiatives including the home efficiency rebate program (HOMES) and electrification rebates (HEAR) program, as well as relevant tax credits and incentives. Learn more and register here.
State Industry News
Michigan – DTE and Consumers Energy are hosting virtual training sessions throughout 2025 to teach best practices and theories for residential construction. These trainings are geared for seasoned contractors, builders, and design professionals, along with those new to the industry. Trainings begin with building science fundamentals and progress to cutting-edge practices. Participants can attend multiple trainings at no cost! Check out the different topics and register for the remaining sessions here.
BPA Ally News
EEA & NEEP Heat Pump Training Summit
Join The Energy Efficiency Alliance and the Northeast Energy Efficiency Partnerships for a free, in-person Heat Pump Training Summit, with sessions taking place in Pittsburgh, Harrisburg, and Philadelphia during the week of September 30 – October 2, 2025.
- Learn about the benefits of cold climate heat pumps
- Get strategies to address customer concerns
- Connect with peers and industry experts
- Stay ahead in the growing clean energy and energy efficiency market
📍 Event Dates & Locations:
Pittsburgh – Tues, Sept 30 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Penn College Clean Energy Center, Pittsburgh Gateways Workforce Training Lab | 7800 Susquehanna St, Pittsburgh, PA 15208 USA
Harrisburg – Wed, Oct 1 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Penn College Clean Energy Center Workforce Training lab | 2301 Academy Drive, Harrisburg, PA 17112
Philadelphia – Thurs, Oct 2 | 7:30 AM – 1:00 PM
Energy Coordinating Agency Lab at Universal Audenreid High School, 3301 Tasker St, Philadelphia, PA 19145
BPA Webinars
Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month: Workforce Insights for Contractors
On Tuesday, September 30 at 4:00 PM ET, BPA will host a virtual panel discussion featuring leaders in the energy efficiency industry who will share their career journeys, experiences navigating the industry, and practical insights that you can apply to strengthen your own workforce. In honor of Hispanic Heritage Month, this webinar will feature an all-Hispanic panel.
This conversation will highlight real-world strategies for recruiting and retaining talent, helping contractors expand their teams and build more resilient businesses. Attendees will also have the chance to engage in a live Q&A with the panelists who bring a breadth of knowledge from their careers in HVAC, weatherization, program management, insulation, community action, and more.
The webinar is open to all and a recording will be available exclusively to BPA members.
Recap: The Future of Consumer Energy Efficiency Incentives Post-OBBBA
On Wednesday, September 24, BPA hosted a webinar for its premium members about the impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act (H.R. 1) on the home performance industry. In this webinar, Kara Saul Rinaldi, BPA’s Chief Policy Officer, reviewed which incentives were impacted, BPA’s advocacy efforts during negotiations, and our plans to support consumer energy efficiency incentives going forward.
If you are a premium member, log in to your BPA account and click here to watch the recording.
Not yet a member? Join here!
New England Area – Upcoming Regional Conference
Registration is now open for BPA’s regional conference and trade show, which will be held November 10–11, 2025, in Newton, MA. Join us for two days of educational sessions on region-specific topics regarding the home performance and energy efficiency industry, along with opportunities to network with other professionals. Learn more and register today to save $100 before the price goes up after October 9, 2025!