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Project ReCharge in Maine: Shaping the Future for Educators on Energy Efficiency and Clean Energy Jobs
This past July, an engaging summer program called Project ReCharge armed educators with the knowledge, tools, and curriculum to teach high school and middle school students about energy efficiency, energy consumption, and the burgeoning field of clean energy jobs in Maine. Project ReCharge is a virtual class provided by Envirolution, out of Reno, NV. David…
Read MoreMaine BPA Panel Discussion, Aug 24th Playback
Maine BPA hosted an engaging discussion on Thursday, August 24th, from 3:30-5:00 p.m. The event brought together a panel from Efficiency Maine and the Governor’s Energy office, who answered questions and received feedback from contractors and stakeholders. Attendees had the opportunity to actively participate by asking questions, sharing perspectives, and providing valuable feedback during the…
Read MoreNEIF’S Peter Krajsa Presented Sustainable Energy Fund’s Lifetime Achievement Award for Work in Energy Efficiency
Sustainable Energy Fund (SEF) honored Peter Krajsa, Co-Chair and Founder of the National Energy Improvement Fund (NEIF), with the Epstein Lifetime Achievement Award on Thursday, July 11, at the Hotel Hershey. The Epstein Award is presented to a deserving individual each year for a lifetime of work moving society towards a sustainable energy future. “We…
Read MoreBPA Partners With IREC in Registered Apprenticeship Program
The Building Performance Association (BPA) is proud to partner with the Interstate Renewable Energy Council (IREC), which has been selected by the U.S. Department of Labor Office of Apprenticeship (US-DOL OA) to serve as an Industry Intermediary for Registered Apprenticeships (RA) in clean energy. Through the contract, IREC will lead the Apprenticeships in Clean Energy…
Read MoreInflation Reduction Act (IRA) Guidelines Released
Today, the U.S. Department of Energy released guidance for state energy offices to apply for home energy rebate programs under the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). With $8.8 billion in funding, the home energy rebates include the Home Efficiency Rebates Program (HOMES) and the Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates Program (HEEHR). Program Requirements & Application Instructions…
Read MoreDelaware BPA Affiliate Meeting at Energize Delaware
Earlier this month, the Delaware BPA Affiliate held an in-person meeting at the Energize Delaware offices. The meeting was a success, with 41 participants. Discussions included ramping up workforce development efforts, ongoing Needs Assessment updates, and organizing around federal programs. Learn more and get involved.
Read MoreBPA Submits Letter Encouraging Nevada to Apply for IRA Funds
BPA along with SWEEP, the American Chemistry Council, NAIMA, Franklin Energy, Uplight, CLEAResult, and E4TheFuture submitted a letter to Governor Lombardo on behalf of industry stakeholders encouraging the state to move forward with the application for IRA funds. Read the letter.
Read MoreNPR Marketplace: New tax incentives ease home improvements to beat the heat
As Americans in the South face an extreme heat wave, cranked-up air conditioners are breaking records for electricity usage and testing the power grid in Texas. Amid the blistering heat, home improvements — like installing heat pumps or adding insulation — are key to reducing the energy used to keep homes cool. And this summer,…
Read MoreWhite House Kicks Off Bid to Train Home Efficiency Workers
This article originally appeared in Bloomberg Law, written by Stephen Lee. The White House on Monday kicked off the outlay of $150 million to states so they can train contractors who can work on home energy upgrades. The funding is meant to fill what contractors have called a significant skills gap across the nation, which…
Read MoreBPA Backs North Carolina Governor in Bill Veto
BPA has expressed support for a veto against North Carolina House Bill 488 (HB 488), which could hinder the state’s ability to update its building standards and risk jeopardizing the health and safety of North Carolinians. The bill, vetoed by Governor Roy Cooper on Friday, July 7th, would prevent ongoing updates to the residential construction…
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