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.
Contractor Toolkit: Attracting Business Using Search Engine Optimization (SEO)
Download the Contractor Toolkit to improve your local visibility and help you attract customers online.
BPA: Building Science Principles Course: A Free Resource for Educators
This introductory course, presented in slideshow format, is designed to be a starting point for those interested in any career in residential energy efficiency. The course provides learners with basic information on how homes work through the lens of building science.
BPA: Nevada Contractor Meeting Series – Summer 2025
Join BPA's contractor roundtables for Nevada on Zoom this summer to discuss the status of initiatives such as Home Energy Rebates, relevant tax credits, and incentives.
BPA: Arizona Contractor Meeting Series – Summer 2025
Join BPA's contractor roundtables for Arizona on Zoom this summer to discuss the status of initiatives such as Home Energy Rebates, relevant tax credits, and incentives.
Better Buildings Residential Network Peer Exchange Calls
The Better Buildings Residential Network connects energy efficiency programs and partners to share best practices and learn from one another to increase the number of homes that are energy efficient.
Spray Foam Inspection & Testing in Crawlspace and Side Attic
Watch a tour and testing of a home in Atlanta where the spray foam insulation isn't doing what it was intended to do.
NESP: Methods, Tools and Resources Handbook
Read the handbook which provides technical information on how benefits and costs of DER investments can be quantified (monetized or otherwise), with links to resources and tools.
Build Podcast: Back to Basics on HVAC with Travis Brungardt
Matt Risinger and Travis Brungardt discuss the importance of proper planning and design in HVAC systems, including Manual J calculations, ductwork options, and the significance of dedicated dehumidification.
Energy Circle: PPC vs. SEO: Where should you spend your time and money? with Peter Troast
The Encirced Podcast talks with Energy Circle CEO, Peter Troast about how PPC and SEO tactics work and when the right time might be to use each strategy.
RESTalk: Ventilation, Codes & Comfort: What Builders Need to Know Now with Patrick Nielsen
In this episode of RESTalk, host Bill Spohn and Patrick Nielsen, Global Technical Products Manager at Broan-NuTone, discuss the evolving world of home ventilation.
Energy Circle: We Tested Google’s New AI Mode vs Traditional Search—Here’s What Contractors Need to Know
AI is changing everything, including how your customers search for your services online. Energy Circle shares what contractors need to know.
Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) Program
Learn about the Home Efficiency Rebates (HOMES) Program focused on whole-house energy saving retrofits.
Massachusetts Energy Rebates & Incentives
Check out Massachusetts guide to energy rebates and incentives including: energy efficiency (home, appliances, business), renewables, clean heating and cooling, alternative transportation and more.
Colorado Heat Pump Tax Credits
Learn about Colorado's Heat Pump Tax Credits of 33.3% available through approved contractors.
Colorado Home Energy Rebate Program Approved Contractors Network
Join Colorado's Home Energy Rebate Program Approved Contractors Network
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If you or your organization have educational content that would benefit BPA’s network, please submit it using the form below. Once we receive your submission, a member of our team will be in touch with the next steps.