By Andrew Winslow |
This blog was co-authored by Andy Winslow and Kelly O’ConnellJust over a year ago, NEEP kicked off the second phase of an extensive Prize “Coop-etition” called the Buildings Upgrade Prize (Buildings UP). The project is a collaboration of the Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations (REEOs), the Department of Energy (DOE), the National Renewable Energy Lab (NREL), a slew of technical experts, and…
By Jennifer Marrapese |
NEEP’s next annual Summit will be held in June 2025 and this year we are trying something new! For the past several years, we have relied upon an advisory committee of NEEP allies, state energy office representatives, utilities, manufacturers, and other key partners to help us curate the content for our agenda. This year, we’ve decided to open the process earlier and to crowdsource ideas from our…
By Erin Cosgrove |
The US Department of Energy (DOE) requires that states submit market transformation plans as part of the Home Energy Rebates program funding through the Inflation Reduction Act (IRA). The intent of these market transformation plans is to ensure that IRA Home Energy Rebates create lasting change in each state’s energy efficiency market. In September, DOE released guidance and sample plans,…
By Chase Macpherson |
Last year, NEEP launched a new initiative to support local partnerships engaged in transportation planning in the Northeast, with funding from the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE). This project highlights the connections between transportation, mobility, and economic opportunity. This initiative centers local partnerships and decision-making, making effective engagement strategies crucial for the…
By Dragana Thibault |
As we work to enhance energy efficiency and improve the quality of life in our communities, the importance of modern energy codes has never been more apparent. But without strong implementation and enforcement strategies, communities across the region are denied the benefits of newly adopted energy codes.NEEP is leading a new project aimed at strengthening energy code compliance across…
By Yiran He |
Energy efficiency represents the largest source of employment in the clean energy sector, with most job growth happening in heating, ventilation, and cooling jobs. And the demand for clean energy workers is growing. The expected increased demand for clean energy and energy efficiency upgrades and installations presents an opportunity for heightened attention to diversity, equity, inclusion, and…
By Erin Cosgrove |
The Inflation Reduction Act (IRA) Home Energy Rebates offer opportunities for unprecedented investment in energy efficiency, electrification, and decarbonization of homes, allowing state energy offices to work with current energy efficiency program administrators to streamline program offerings and coordinate available resources. While there are numerous benefits of braiding or co-funding…
By Cornelia Wu |
On September 16, NEEP was selected by the US Department of Energy (DOE) to implement two major projects as part of the Resilient and Efficient Codes Implementation (RECI) initiative. The National Energy Code Technical Assistance by Region (NECTAR) project will be led by NEEP in partnership with all Regional Energy Efficiency Organizations (REEOs) to support energy codes and building performance…
By Luke Miller |
As states around the country prepare to begin distributing funds through the Department of Energy (DOE) Home Energy Rebates program, professionals and residents alike are preparing for new opportunities to advance state-of-the-art energy solutions to bring about market transformation. These programs, funded through the Inflation Reduction Act, are designed to encompass more than just rebates.…
By Erin Cosgrove |
In July, the US Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) announced winners of the Climate Pollution Reduction (CPRG) implementation grants, which will award $4.3 billion to states, metropolitan areas, and tribal governments across the country. The NEEP region had six selected applications, totaling about $1.5 billion. Four of the awards were coalition-based, harnessing the power of regional…
