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RESTalk Rewind 2024: Milestones, Innovations, and the Road Ahead with Bill Spohn

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“The future belongs to those who believe in the beauty of their dreams.” – Eleanor Roosevelt

Welcome to a special episode of RESTalk: “Best of RESTalk 2024”! This year has been transformative for RESNET® and the residential energy efficiency industry. From setting bold goals to launching innovative tools and forming impactful collaborations, 2024 has redefined what’s possible in energy efficiency and sustainability. In this episode, we revisit the year’s most insightful and impactful moments, featuring highlights from the conversations that shaped the industry.

Join us as we dive into the ambitious goal of achieving 1 million RESNET® HERS ratings annually, explore the evolution of new QA tools, and unpack the growing Build-to-Rent housing trend. We’ll also reflect on RESNET®’s strides in water and carbon efficiency programs and the game-changing advocacy efforts that have amplified energy efficiency policies nationwide.

Reflection on 2024:
As we recap the highlights, we celebrate the progress and resilience of the RESNET® community in driving energy efficiency and sustainability. This episode highlights the industry’s achievements and innovation, from RESNET®’s ambitious goals and policy wins to groundbreaking tools like the QA app and evolving market trends like Build-to-Rent housing.

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