Resource Library
The latest resources for the home and building performance industry
Our online resource library contains industry resources, including downloadable PDFs, webinar playbacks, videos, and reports. This library is continually updated to include the latest information and educational content.
E4TheFuture: 2022 Maine Energy Efficiency Jobs Report
See the 2022 Maine Efficiency Jobs Report by E4TheFuture
IRA Workforce RFI Response
BPA provided comments to the Department of Energy pertaining to workforce development programs contained in the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) of 2022 and the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act (IIJA) of 2021.
ACEEE: Nevada Energy Efficiency Scorecard
See ACEEE's scorecard for the state of Nevada. The state is ranked 21 and received a score of 18.5 out of 50.
ACEEE: Kentucky Energy Efficiency Scorecard
See ACEEE's scorecard for the state of Kentucky. The state is ranked 38 and received a score of 7.0 out of 50.
E4TheFuture Job Report: Nevada
View an online dashboard for the state of Nevada, provided by E4TheFuture. You can explore jobs and state facts related to energy efficiency.
E4TheFuture Jobs Report: Kentucky
View an online dashboard for the state of Kentucky, provided by E4TheFuture. You can explore jobs and state facts related to energy efficiency.
The Top Energy Trend of 2023: Electrification
Listen to “2023 Energy Trends” on the Plugged In Podcast.
ACEEE Policy Brief: States That Will Benefit Most from Updated Building Energy Codes
View the report which assesses and identifies the states who could see the biggest impact from improving their energy codes.
Manual J Deep Dive (and Selecting HVAC Equipment with Manual S) – Part 1 of 2
Watch to find out what the J stands for and why you should never round up the tonnage from your Manual J software, and gives two rules for Manual S.
Better Buildings Toolkit: Efficiency as a Service
Explore the efficiency-as-a-service solution. It is a pay-for-performance, off-balance sheet financing solution that allows customers to implement energy and water efficiency projects with no upfront capital expenditure.
IAQ Radio: Florida Hurricane Response/Recovery & HVAC Pro’s Perspective
Listen as IAQ Radio welcomes Rick Sims and Pete Consigli for a report on Hurricane Ian recovery, HVAC industry update and the Andy Ask Building Science Symposium aka Winter Break. It’s always great to have the Restoration Industry Global Watchdog join us and this week we also welcome his SW Florida HVAC expert and friend Rick Sims.
ACEEE: Energy Equity for Renters Toolkit
Read about how local governments across the country are working to combat two crises at once: climate change and a lack of affordable housing. However, local government staff and stakeholders (e.g., community-based organizations, affordable housing providers, lenders, utilities, and advocates) often tackle these issues separately.
ACEEE: A Baseline Assessment of Low-Income Energy Efficiency Programs
Read the white paper that summarizes an ACEEE baseline assessment of electric and natural gas energy efficiency programs that target low-income households in the largest metropolitan statistical areas in the country.
How Will New Federal Initiatives Affect the HVAC/IAQ Industry?
Listen in about the White House, EPA, and other Federal agencies will be rolling out new initiatives that may flood billions of dollars into IAQ and electrification in this country. At the forefront are the White House Clean Air Challenge and the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022.
R-Value Podcast: Right Sizing Equipment and Down Sizing Moisture Problems with Allison Bailes
Listen to this podcast to understand the science behind the decisions you should make and the equipment you should use. Dr. Bailes breaks down a lot of the calculations that contractors should be making to save money, ensure customers are happy and houses stay energy efficient.
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