Building the Next Generation of Home Energy Retrofit Contractors
By John Balfe | Thu, September 21, 23
Calling all home energy contractors, state energy offices, and related professionals!
A new training and certificate opportunity for those interested in managing whole-home retrofit projects is coming soon.
Offering Municipalities a Much-Needed Helping Hand
By Chase Macpherson | Wed, May 24, 23
Most people got accustomed to (and then very tired of) saying “unprecedented times” over the last few years with the Covid-19 pandemic, but the occasion is not quite over for our industry. Right now, we are in an unprecedented time of federal funding for clean energy and infrastructure, and as a young professional I’m already sure I’ll be talking about this point in my career for a long time!
Lessons From a Former HERS Rater
By Michael Rossi | Wed, May 24, 23
Prior to joining NEEP, I worked as a HERS Rater in Massachusetts for about two and a half years, and I want to share some lessons learned during this experience.
Hidden in Plain Sight: The Impact of Energy Codes on Building Decarbonization
By Michael Rossi | Wed, April 19, 23
As we continue to look for solutions to the climate crisis, one opportunity is hidden in plain sight: decarbonization through building energy codes.
Looking Ahead to Energy Codes in 2023: What’s on the Horizon?
By Michael Rossi | Tue, February 21, 23
This year is off to a busy start and shows no sign of slowing. NEEP partnered with a number of organizations and states on concept papers in response to U.S. DOE funding opportunity announcements (more on this later) for energy codes, and we anticipate some major exciting changes and updates.
Getting Started with Remote Virtual Inspections (RVI)
By Cornelia Wu | Mon, December 19, 22
Remote Virtual Inspections (RVI) are a hot topic. RVI are like regular inspections, in that code officials or third-party inspectors are able to review building sites in “real-time” and use that information to determine whether a component of a building meets code. RVI are different, however, because technology is used to allow inspectors to conduct reviews from off-site, whether from down the street or in another state.
A Peek into the World of Windows
By Deepti Dutt | Mon, December 19, 22
Did you know that windows play an important role in our homes and offices? In general, they’re important in our day-to day lives. They brighten our days as they let the sunlight flow in. But why do windows really matter? They are a critical element in creating indoor spaces that we enjoy. As part of the building envelope, windows offer daylighting and shading systems to help reduce undesirable heat loss and air leakage. In simple terms, they keep the cool and conditioned air indoors in summers and the warm air in during winters.