Resource Library
The latest resources for the home and building performance industry
Our online resource library is a compilation of home performance resources, including downloadable PDFs, webinar playbacks, videos, and industry reports. This library is continually updated to include the latest information and educational content.
DOE: Home Energy Rebates Evaluation Plan Template
This template is designed to provide guidance and support to states developing IRA Home Energy Rebates Evaluation Plans.
DOE Consumer Flyer: How to Get a Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate
DOE has developed one-page diagrams to help consumers understand the processes for determining eligibility and receiving a Home Electrification and Appliance Rebate
RESNET: Trends in HERS® Rated Homes
This annual report looks at the trends across all homes receiving a HERS rating in 2023.
2X CODE INSULATION – 100-year-old home retrofit to Passive House standards
Watch as Matt Risinger visits a nearly 100 year old Bungalow being re-built to Passive House standards.
Passive House Construction in A COLD CLIMATE
Watch to see the process of building a passive home in a cold climate.
DOE: Heat Pump Water Heater Installation Tool
This tool will help you through the decision-making process for heat pump water heater (HPWH) product selection and installation.
Features of an Encapsulated Crawl Space
Read the blog post from Energy Vanguard about encapsulated crawl spaces, as opposed to vented ones.
Healthy Housing Principals for HVAC Contractors w/ Joe Medosch
Watch as Joe Medosch discusses Healthy Housing Principals for HVAC Contractors and answers audience questions.
ACEEE: Survey: Marketing and Promoting Electrification Using Behavioral Science
ACEEE surveyed a nationally representative sample of American adults to understand household behaviors and preferences related to home energy use. Results show how to use behavioral science to more effectively market and promote residential electrification.
DOE: National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building
The DOE has developed a National Definition of a Zero Emissions Building—a building that is highly energy efficient, does not emit greenhouse gases directly from energy use, and is powered solely by clean energy.
Efficiency First CA: Calculators
EFCA has new calculators! The Air Leakage Calculator, Duct Leakage Calculator, and SLA Calculator will support your efforts to achieve superior energy efficiency.
BPA: Webinar Recap – DEIA in Energy Efficiency Apprenticeships
Here is a recap of BPA's webinar on DEIA in Energy Efficiency Apprenticeships.
Exploring Passive House Design – 90% Energy Savings!
Watch to learn about passive houses that use up to 90% less energy than the average home.
ZERH Education Hub
The ZERH Education Hub provides partners with training videos, links to helpful content, and information about training requirements for Raters working with the program.
A Cup of Joe: Second Law of Thermodynamics
Watch as Joe Lstiburek discusses the Second Law of Thermodynamics.
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