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February 14, 2024

Building Science Principles Class & Exam for Maine Residents

THIS EVENT IS AT CAPACITY. Be on the lookout for upcoming events, as we will be hosting these courses periodically. MaineHousing and the Building Performance Association invite you to join our comprehensive, full-day class with…

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February 9, 2024

aQuiRe Construction Academy

CAHill TECH Inc. is offering a tuition-free, eight-week training program for the construction industry, generously funded by the state of New York. The program, hosted at Le Moyne College, combines on-site training with mentorship and…

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February 8, 2024

Update: Lawsuit Over Virginia’s Removal from Carbon Market

A lawsuit appealing Virginia’s removal from a regional carbon market will be allowed to proceed, a court ruled. The Circuit Court of Floyd County affirmed that the Association of Energy Conservation Professionals has standing to…

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February 1, 2024

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…

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January 30, 2024

2024 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,…

January 25, 2024

DOE 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…

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January 25, 2024

Volunteer at the 2024 National Conference & Trade Show

We are now accepting applications for volunteers for the 2024 National Home Performance Conference and Trade Show. Volunteers play an important role at our conferences by assisting presenters and attendees in sessions as session assistants….

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January 23, 2024

Treasury 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…

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January 23, 2024

Volunteer at The Clean Energy for Homes Conference

We are now accepting applications for volunteers for The 2024 Clean Energy for Homes Conference and Trade Show, hosted February 13-14 in Saratoga Springs, New York. Volunteers play an important role at our conferences by…

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January 19, 2024

Join 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…