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About the Energy Auditor Training Grant Program

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The Energy Auditor Training Grant Program provides $40 million in competitive funding to states with the purpose of equipping individuals with the skills and knowledge needed to perform energy audits in both commercial and residential buildings. The program aims to create a robust clean energy workforce, help customers save on energy bills, and reduce pollution…

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January 2024 State Updates

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Find Your State Click here to find the latest updates, projects, federal funding information, and events in your state! BPA State Updates State Affiliate Members – BPA is accepting nominations for individuals to join its Board of Directors. This year, the Board is prioritizing individuals representing contracting businesses to ensure diverse representation among our slate…

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Volunteers Needed to Lead BPA Affiliate Groups: Maryland, Nevada, Utah, and South Carolina

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Building Performance Association (BPA) is looking for enthusiastic volunteers to lead the BPA Affiliate Groups in Maryland, Nevada, Utah, and South Carolina. The Affiliate Groups will work toward identifying and alleviating industry challenges in their state, sharing best practices, and advocating for the home performance industry. As a lead organizer, you’ll have a pivotal role…

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December 2023 State Updates

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Find Your StateClick here to find the latest updates, projects, federal funding info, and events in your state! BPA State Outreach Updates Delaware – The BPA Team met with Milford Housing Development Corporation (MHDC) to discuss workforce and education initiatives for the state. They will continue to work with the affiliate lead team to push…

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DOE Releases Notice of Intent for Energy Auditor Training

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State and Community Energy Programs (SCEP) has recently released a Notice of Intent (NOI) for the upcoming Energy Auditor Training (EAT) Program Funding Opportunity Announcement (FOA). EAT will provide grants for states to support the training of energy auditors by paying the costs associated with energy auditor trainings and certifications, for the purpose of conducting energy audits, or surveys,…

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Maine: State-Based Energy Efficiency Contractor Training Grants Program Webinar

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Date and Time: January 10, 2024 – 12:00 PMLocation: Zoom State-Based Home Energy Efficiency Contractor Training Grants provide funding for states to develop and implement clean energy workforce development programs. This winter, the Governor’s Energy Office (GEO) in Maine will prepare and submit an application that aims to reduce the cost of training contractor employees, provide testing…

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Oregon Dept. of Energy Seeking Additional Regional Administrators for Community Heat Pump Deployment Program

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An online application portal is now open for eligible entities and Tribes to apply for grant funding to support local heat pump deployment programs. The Oregon Department of Energy’s Community Heat Pump Deployment Program will award funds to selected regional administrators that will offer financial assistance for heat pump installations in the communities they serve. The application portal will remain open through…

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Pennsylvania November 2023 Meeting

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Thank you to everyone who attended our November 2023 meeting. In addition to informative presentations from guest speakers, we discussed hiring challenges and tips, various financial resources to help you develop and grow your business, and necessary skillsets for energy industry workers. If you are a contractor, please take 5 minutes to complete this survey…

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November 2023 State Updates

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Find Your StateClick here to find the latest updates, projects, federal funding info, and events in your state! BPA State Outreach Updates Delaware – The BPA team continued working with Charles Kistler and Harold Stafford of Help Initiative, Inc.on the next steps and plans for work on a Registered Apprenticeship Program. Additionally, continued work is…

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Service Providers Needed: Multifamily Weatherization Assistance Program

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Pennsylvania is searching for service providers to administer its Multifamily Weatherization Assistance Program. The goal of this program is to provide a cost-effective approach to lowering operating expenses, maintaining affordability, and creating healthier, more comfortable living environments for low-income families living in buildings with 5 or more units. Interested community action agencies, city government agencies,…

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