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HVAC Worker Performing Heat Pump Maintenance. Device is Transferring Thermal Energy From the Outside Using the Refrigeration Cycle.
March 28, 2023

Contractors weigh in on HOMES and HEEHRA Rebate Implementation

Home performance and electrification contractors will be vital to the success of the $8.8 billion Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) home energy rebate programs, HOMES and HEEHR. Contractors are on the front lines of residential decarbonization,…

Washington DC Capitol building with U.S. flag out front
March 27, 2023

DOE Issues Early Home Energy Rebate Guidance to States

The DOE Office of State and Community Energy Programs has released an Administrative and Legal Requirements Document (ALRD) to states to begin rolling out a limited amount of administrative dollars early to support state implementation…

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March 27, 2023

March 2023 State Update Overview

BPA tracks the latest policy updates and legislative issues in many states across the nation. Read the highlights and find your state and check out the most recent policy news below. Key Highlights All State…

BPA board member, Elena Chrimat, pointing to a sheet of paper as two people overlook.
March 16, 2023

BPA Board Member, Elena Chrimat, Speaks at Arizona Press Conference

On Tuesday, March 21, at 10:00 AM PST, Elena Chrimat, Co-owner, Ideal Air Conditioning and Insulation and Founding Board Member of the Building Performance Association, joined press conference and tour to showcase the benefits of…

Man in attic in white personal protective suit blowing insulation onto the floor.
March 6, 2023

BPA Responds to DOE’s Request for Information regarding HOMES & HEEHR Rebates in the Inflation Reduction Act

On behalf of the industry, the Building Performance Association submitted a response to the Department of Energy’s (DOE) Home Energy Rebate Request for Information (RFI) regarding the $4.3 billion HOMES rebate program and $4.5 billion High-Efficiency Electric…

A group working toward progress for women in home performance gathers for a picture.
March 3, 2023

Women in Building Performance Networking Breakfast to be Hosted at NHPC’23

As part of our national conference this April 17-20, we are hosting a Women in Building Performance Networking Breakfast. This event will take place on Wednesday, April 19 at 7:00 a.m. Join us for breakfast…

Two home performance workers in an attic adding insulation.
March 1, 2023

ReMaine Internship Program Aims to Jumpstart Workforce

In order to secure a brighter future for Maine, we need long-term solutions for keeping a trained and skilled workforce within the energy efficiency sector, which will require expanding and sustaining entry-level and internship positions….

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February 27, 2023

Articles to Read This Black History Month

Throughout the month of February, BPA has been highlighting a variety of must-read articles that celebrate Black voices in our industry. This month and all months, we value the perspective, advancements, and contributions that Black…

Graphic with a United States map in the background and text that reads, "BPA State Update - February 2023"
February 22, 2023

February 2023 State Update Overview

BPA tracks the latest policy updates and legislative issues in many states across the nation. Read the highlights and find your state and check out the most recent policy news below. Key Highlights In Maine:…

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February 8, 2023

Volunteer at Our 2023 National Conference

We are now accepting applications for volunteers are our 2023 National Home Performance Conference & Trade Show, hosted April 17-20 in Seattle, WA. Volunteers play an important role at our conferences by assisting presenters and…