Updates
ODOE Study Shows Significant Need for Home Cooling Equipment: An Update from the Oregon Department of Energy
Many Oregonians do not have adequate cooling equipment at home and face significant health and safety risks during extreme heat waves, according to a new study commissioned by the Oregon Department of Energy. Following the 2021 heat dome event, during which at least 100 Oregonians died of heat-related illnesses – often in their own homes – the…
Read More2024 Mass Save Business Partner Virtual Open House
Join the sponsors of Mass Save for a virtual Open House event on Monday, February 5, 2024. This event is for contractors and business partners who implement the programs. Register For Free > Agenda: Monday, February 5, 2024
Read MoreDOE Releases New Home Rebate Program Implementation Documents to Support State Energy Offices
An update from the Office of State and Community Energy Programs: The U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) has released the following resources to help state and territorial energy offices apply for and implement the Home Energy Rebates: Implementation Request for Proposals (RFP) Guidance for Home Electrification and Appliance Rebates: DOE expects many states will contract with implementation companies to provide…
Read MoreTreasury Seeks Comments on Proposed 25C Tax Credit PIN Assignment System
The US Department of the Treasury and the Internal Revenue Service are seeking public comment on their proposed production identification number (PIN) assignment system for certain products under the 25C Energy Efficient Home Improvement tax credit. Industry stakeholders are encouraged to provide feedback on the proposed PIN assignment system by February 27, 2024. As you…
Read MoreJoin BPA’s Board and Help Shape the Future of Home Performance
UPDATE: DEADLINE TO SUBMIT NOMINATIONS HAS PASSED. Now through February 12th, BPA is accepting 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. This year, the Board is…
Read MoreFirst Group of States Apply for Landmark Home Energy Rebates Funding to Lower Energy Costs
Four states — California, Hawaii, New Mexico and New York — are the first to submit funding applications for the U.S. Department of Energy’s (DOE) Home Energy Rebates program, a historic $8.8 billion investment to lower costs for American families through energy efficiency and electrification thanks to President Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act. As part of President…
Read MoreVolunteers Needed to Lead BPA Affiliate Groups: Maryland, Nevada, Utah, and South Carolina
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…
Read MoreArizona: Residential Energy Efficiency Contractor Survey
The Building Performance Association and AnnDyl Policy Group are conducting a survey of Arizona contractors. We invite any Arizona contractors to participate in the survey and share their feedback and priorities for the IRA rebate and workforce training grants. We will share this information with the Office of Resiliency and the U.S. Department of Energy…
Read MoreHome Energy Rebate Programs: Status of State Applications
Update: January 17th: First Group of States Apply for Landmark Home Energy Rebates Funding to Lower Energy Costs The Department of Energy (DOE) has launched a state and territory application tracker. This tracker provides transparency into the current application status of State Energy Offices’ HOMES and HEEHR applications. According to the tracker, DOE has awarded 22 states early…
Read MoreDOE Releases Notice of Intent for Energy Auditor Training
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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