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.
Manual J Deep Dive (and Selecting HVAC Equipment with Manual S) – Part 1 of 2
Watch to find out what the J stands for and why you should never round up the tonnage from your Manual J software, and gives two rules for Manual S.
ACEEE 2025 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard
Check out the ACEEE 2025 State Energy Efficiency Scorecard.
ACEEE Toolkit: Adapting Energy Efficiency Programs to Reach Underserved Residents
This toolkit highlights strategies that utilities and third-party program administrators can use to expand energy-efficiency program participation among all underserved households.
Weatherization Assistance Program Technical Assistance Center
View NASCSP's resource page for the Weatherization Assistance Program with program guidance, WAP network resources, DOE training & tools, regulations, and a link to WAP training providers.
Advanced Energy Economy Webinars
Look through the Advanced Energy Economy Webinar Archives if you want a deep dive into the advanced energy industry.
Buildings of the Future: Net Zero Energy | David Shad | TEDxCSUSM
Watch to learn about David Shad, who has always had the desire to make the world a better place through his innovative visions. He is an active leader in the building community and wants to propel society forward by challenging his fellow millennials, the future leaders of the world.
Bridging the Rural Efficiency Gap Report
A report by Island Institute in partnership with Maine Governor’s Energy Office that provides data about the rural energy efficiency gap and identifies barriers to energy efficiency in rural communities
Building Performance Podcast: HVAC IAQ Mythbusting with Dr. Jeffrey Siegel
Corbett Lunsford talks with Dr. Jeffrey Siegel about research on residential HVAC, filters, UV lights, electronic air cleaners, mini-splits, humidifiers, and ventilation abroad.
DOE: Geothermal Heat Pumps
This resource webpage provides information on Geothermal Heat Pumps for consumers with links to fact sheets, videos, information pages, and geothermal basics.
DOE: Better Buildings Webinar Series
Sign up for upcoming Better Buildings webinars or watch 2023-2024 webinars on demand.
Gas Absorption Heat Pump Best Practices
Watch this informative webinar with FortisBC about Gas Absorption Heat Pump Best Practices.
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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.