Resource Library

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.

Access DOE's guide that walks contractors and homeowners through key elements of home insulation and air-sealing products that can lower utility bills and qualify for tax credits.

This free modeling software enables energy pros to swiftly analyze the lifetime cost & environmental benefits of common residential decarbonization solutions like rooftop solar, weatherization, heat pumps, heat pump water heaters, & induction cooktops.

This is an introduction for contractors on how to leverage residential energy efficiency incentives for their customers.

View the Better Buildings Event Calendar for info on upcoming webinars, peer-exchange calls, meetings, and industry workshops and conferences.

This tool can determine if an appliance meets certain eligibility criteria for the Federal Energy Efficient Home Improvement tax credit.

This Water Demand Calculator estimates the supply demand for residential buildings including single- and multi-family dwellings, as well as cold and hot water branches and risers for indoor water use.